Cable Matters USB-C to SATA 2.5″ Cable
The Cable Matters USB-C to SATA III 2.5-inch Cable retails for US$11.99 on Amazon. This 25cm cable connects 2.5-inch SATA hard drives to your computer over USB-C, supporting USB 3.1 Gen 1 speeds to 5Gbps.
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Founder of lesterchan.net, a Singapore tech and gadgets blog running since 2002. An engineering leader by day and a WordPress plugin developer since 2003, with a soft spot for gadgets, smart home, and a good deal.
igloohome Smart Mortise Lock Review
The igloohome Smart Mortise Lock is the brand's third door lock, after the Smart Deadbolt Lock 01 and 02. Priced higher because it includes both lock and handle, it retails for S$849, dropping to S$649 during the promotion.
Happy 34th Birthday To Me
My brother and I celebrated our 34th and 29th birthdays in Bali with our family, my first time there, in March 2018. The flights were essentially free, redeemed from S$500 Circles.Life travel vouchers.
Belkin SurgeCube 1 Outlet Surge Protector With USB Charging
The Belkin SurgeCube 1 Outlet Surge Protector with two shared 2.4A USB ports retails for S$59, discounted to S$39 at IT Show 2018. I'd wanted a UK plug adapter with USB charging and built-in surge protection.
Logitech K375s Multi-Device Wireless Keyboard & Stand Combo
The Logitech K375s Multi-Device Wireless Keyboard & Stand Combo retails for S$49, discounted to S$38 at IT Show 2018. It connects to three devices across Windows, Mac, Chrome OS, Android, and iOS, via the Unifying receiver or Bluetooth.
Logitech MX Master 2S Wireless Mouse
After buying my first Logitech MX Master in April 2017, I grabbed two more in White and Navy. I sold the Navy and my White died after nine months, while my original still works. This covers the MX Master 2S.
Evri 80W USB-C Charging Station
The Evri 80W USB-C Charging Station retails for US$74.99 plus shipping to Singapore. Evri is the USB-C product range from OneAdaptr, the company behind the Kickstarter-funded Flip plugs. There are currently three products in the Evri lineup.
Flip World Add-On
The Flip World Add-On retails for US$9.99 and includes US/AU and EU plug add-ons, compatible with the Flip Duo, Quad, and Power. I bought it to use with my Flip Quad, the prongs rotating to fit various regions.
Flip Duo World
After the Kickstarter success of the Flip British Plug, OneAdaptr announced the Flip World range in November 2017, spanning four products from the Duo to the Power World. Pre-orders got 30% off with the code WorldIn18.
Synology Loyalty Rebate Program in Singapore
Synology launched a Loyalty Rebate Program in Singapore, valid 7th to 18th March 2018. Owners of Synology 12-series NASes and older qualify for 15% off the new DS218+, DS718+, or DS918+. I reviewed the DS918+ recently.
Microsoft Surface Store Singapore
Microsoft is opening South East Asia's first dedicated Surface Store in Singapore, at the Harvey Norman Millenia Walk Flagship Superstore, on 10th March 2018. The store at 9 Raffles Boulevard opens daily from 10.30am to 9.30pm.
Amazon Echo Spot
The Amazon Echo Spot was discounted to US$114.99 during Valentine's week, down from US$129.99. As usual, Echo products don't ship to Singapore directly. The Echo Spot is essentially an Echo Dot with a screen.
Singtel Samsung Galaxy S9 And Galaxy S9+ Price Plans
Singtel's price plans for the Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+, available in Singapore from 16th March 2018. For the first time the S9+ comes in two capacities. Prices start at S$1,198, with three launch colours available.
Crossrope Jump Ropes – Starter Kit
Li Xiang has always loved jump ropes, one of the fastest ways to lose weight. After watching YouTube reviews, she settled on Crossrope, whose weighted, interchangeable-rope system stood out. This covers the Starter Kit.
Apple TV Remote Loop
The Apple TV Remote Loop retails for S$18 and tethers the Siri Remote to your wrist. It clicks into the remote's Lightning connector for secure attachment, handy since Li Xiang always misplaces the remote.
Xiaomi Mi 10,000mAh Power Bank Pro
The Xiaomi Mi 10,000mAh Power Bank Pro retails for S$52 at the Mi Store in Suntec. There are two models: the older PLM01ZM from March 2016, and the newer PLM03ZM from October 2016, which adds Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0.
Xiaomi Mi Cable Storage Box
I bought the Xiaomi Mi Cable Storage Box from Xiaomi's official Tmall store during the 12/12 sale for about S$9.20. Unlike the Bluelounge CableBox, it has bottom openings for better ventilation, though that also lets in more dust.
Xiaomi ZMI QB810 10,000mAh Power Bank
The Xiaomi ZMI QB810 10,000mAh Power Bank is the smaller sibling of the QB820 20,000mAh. I bought it for about S$19 during the 12/12 sale. It weighs 177g and accepts input via either micro-USB or USB-C.
Torras C1 Wireless Charger
I bought the Torras Wireless Charger from Tmall for about S$28. It outputs 10W for fast wireless charging, though Apple deliberately limits that to its certified chargers, so iPhones charge slower. Still, the build quality is the best.
Jackyled 45-in-1 Precision Screwdriver Toolkit
The Jackyled 45-in-1 Precision Screwdriver Toolkit usually costs US$10.99, but a Kinja Deals coupon dropped it to US$6.92 in January 2018, shipping directly to Singapore. Despite the name, the 'upgraded' kit actually packs 48 items.
Activating Apple Watch (GPS + Cellular) in Singapore on Singtel
Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) launches in Singapore on 9th February 2018, with Singtel the only telco supporting its cellular function via NumberShare. The service costs S$6.90 a month on a 12-month contract.
Bragi The Dash Pro Review
Bragi arguably made the first truly wireless earbuds with The Dash, a 2014 Kickstarter that raised US$3.4 million but shipped over a year late. This review covers its successor, The Dash Pro.