AhTim.com http://www.ahtim.com Tech, Web 2.0,How To,Reviews,Downloads for Tech Guys Thu, 09 Feb 2012 01:29:34 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 AhTimhttp://feedburner.google.com Best Save Money Apps http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AhTim/~3/0iOapZf2Kz4/ http://www.ahtim.com/best-save-money-apps/#comments Thu, 09 Feb 2012 01:29:34 +0000 AhTim http://www.ahtim.com/?p=3464 Who knew that investing in a smart phone could actually save money? These apps make budgeting and finding deals easier on everything from gas to groceries and clothes. Most of the apps are available in both Android phone and iPhone App.

Money

GasBuddy

Gone are the days of driving around your neighborhood looking for the cheapest gas price. This free app saves you time and save money by doing the work for you. It shows a map of nearby gas stations and lists the price per gallon of gas. It even provides directions to the station so you will never get lose chasing a good deal. With gas prices rising daily, taking even a few bucks off each fill-up can add up to significant savings each year.

ShopSavvy

There is no worse feeling than spending $90 on a pair of new shoes only to see them listed for less at another store. You’ve already thrown out the receipt and worn out the soles so there is no hope of a return. With this app, you will never feel that frustration again. With ShopSavvy, simply scan the barcode on your item and see prices from dozens of top online retailers. You can even add your credit card information and buy with one tap of the screen.

Grocery IQ

Going to the grocery store hungry and without a list is a sure way to spend money on items you don’t need. With this app, you can even send your hubby to the store with confidence. Scan the barcodes of items in your pantry and Grocery IQ will create a personalized list of those items. It even makes shopping easier by categorizing your items into groups. This app can also save money by showing coupons for items on your list. With Grocery IQ, your husband will never have an excuse for coming home with just beer and chips.

TheFind

This app combines the price-comparison capabilities of ShopSavvy with the coupon offers of Grocery IQ. Best of all, it can be used on anything with a barcode. Just scan the code and you will instantly see if any better offers can be found. Coupons can be used to get as much as 50 percent off your purchases, saving you a significant amount of money.

ShopLucky

Fashionistas on a budget can shop more wisely using this ingenious app. Lucky Magazine’s ShopLucky app shows users the latest fashion trends for shoes, jewelry, dresses and more. If you see something you like, just tap the screen and you can instantly see local and online availability. You don’t have to rush to the store because you can put items on hold and pick them up later in the day. Users also benefit from deals of up to 50 percent off on the items of the day.

These apps offer easy ways to save on all your essentials. As you watch gas prices rise or feel overcharged on that cashmere sweater, just pull out your smart phone and let these apps find you better deals. All it takes is a fast download and tap of the screen to start saving.

Guest Blog: Nicole Rodgers has been blogging in the technology, business, and finance industries for three years. Last year Nicole decided to start saving more money. She decided to open an IRA so she could have better interest rates. She also made sure to download some apps that would help her save on a daily basis. She also checked for daily deals locally in order to save more money.

PS: If you’re interested to guest post, contact me immediately.

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]]> http://www.ahtim.com/best-save-money-apps/feed/ 0 http://www.ahtim.com/best-save-money-apps/ Best iPhone GPS Apps http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AhTim/~3/qHNth26ZitA/ http://www.ahtim.com/best-iphone-gps-apps/#comments Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:31:42 +0000 AhTim http://www.ahtim.com/?p=3428 If you have an iPhone, chances are you’re probably often on the go. An iPhone allows you to do so much when you’re away from home, and it brings valuable information to the palm of your hand when you need it the most. And if you drive, you should definitely have a GPS app on hand to help you navigate. Here are some of the best GPS apps.

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GPS by TeleNav

This is one of the best turn-by-turn GPS apps for the iPhone. The app is free to download, and a yearly subscription costs just $21.99. Enter your destination and just sit back and drive. An audio voice will announce to you turns and instructions as you need them. The 3D maps are easy to view and understand, and you can also view a detailed description of the directions. You easily touch the screen to change your destination to any point on the map. A local search will tell you where all the local restaurants and shops are. One of the best features is the cheap gas finder. It’s updated daily and will tell you where to find the best gas prices closest to your location. Easy integration with Facebook allows you to check in and create meet up events. There is also a feature that will keep track of your mileage.

MotionX GPS Drive

This another superb turn-by-turn GPS app. It costs $0.99 to download the app, and one year of service costs $24.99. An audio voice will tell you the directions as you go, and it clearly speaks street names. There are live traffic flow maps, and your directions will take potential traffic into account. You can also get current information on construction or other events that could affect your drive. If your route has multiple stops, it’s easy to plan them all in one trip. It also has easy Wikipedia, Facebook and Twitter integration, local search, and a compass. Its interface is very intuitive with a clean and fresh look. It will also integrate your address book and allow you to make calls directly from your search results.

Localscope

This app is not a traditional GPS, but it’s one of the coolest navigation apps you can find. Localscope costs $1.99 to download and is free to use after that. Localscope allows you to explore your location, wherever you are, with great detail and a unique look. It integrates information from Facebook, Twitter, Foursquare, Instagram, YouTube, and many more social networking sites to bring you information, maps and user-generated photos, videos, opinions, and more. It’s a very user-friendly app that makes the trend of geo-tagging work for you. You can share your finds via email, Facebook or Twitter, and all the detailed information will allow you to explore your location in-depth. You can also explore any other part of the world with virtual locations. You can even get turn-by-turn directions to the locations you discover with integrated GPS information from all the popular GPS apps like TomTom, MotionX and more. This app is a must-have for everyone.

Compiled with care and passion by the writing studios of Terry Ford. Terry has a long trajectory as writer and often relies on superior writing tools such as Grammarly grammar checker to guarantee the excellence of her written work. Terry & her team love writing about new technology particularly apps.

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]]> http://www.ahtim.com/best-iphone-gps-apps/feed/ 0 http://www.ahtim.com/best-iphone-gps-apps/ Google Chrome Addons: Adsense Publisher Toolbar http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AhTim/~3/7PmO79yiPLE/ http://www.ahtim.com/google-chrome-addons-adsense-publisher-toolbar/#comments Fri, 20 Jan 2012 07:29:07 +0000 AhTim http://www.ahtim.com/?p=3455 How many times you check Adsense account in a day? I check every minute! Of course not. When I was a new Adsense Publisher, I check at least 10 times a day! Don’t you? Haha ;)

How do you check your Google Adsense account? Every time login and refresh Adsense site is a tedious job. Adsense team has release easier to check Adsense account by Adsense Publisher Toolbar in Google Chrome Addons.

Adsense Publisher toolbar

Adsense Publisher Toolbar act as a widget to show account performance in the corner of your browser.

Just 3 steps to activate the toolbar:

  1. Visit Google Chrome Addons and install AdSense Publisher Toolbar.
  2. Click the toolbar icon on your browser and sign in with your Google Adsense account.
  3. Visit a website where you’ve implement Adsense code, click on toolbar to show Adsense summary!

That’s it. The Adsense overview widget will show your earning summary. Save your time to login Adsense to write more for more traffic! ;)

I’m not a new Blogger anymore. Earning is not the main factor. No traffic no money. I will concentrate more on increase traffic, money will come in automatically.

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]]> http://www.ahtim.com/google-chrome-addons-adsense-publisher-toolbar/feed/ 1 http://www.ahtim.com/google-chrome-addons-adsense-publisher-toolbar/ A Luxury Philea Resort and Spa in World Heritage 2012 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AhTim/~3/4ar3iVJ5zps/ http://www.ahtim.com/a-luxury-philea-resort-and-spa-2012/#comments Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:50:39 +0000 AhTim http://www.ahtim.com/?p=3431 Melaka, a World Heritage listed in “The 45 Places to Go in 2012” in The New York Times. The numbers of Hotel, Budget hotel, Resort and Home Stay are ramp up to support increasing number of tourist.

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This time I’m so proud one of the most Luxury resort – Philea Resort and Spa host my visit in the World Heritage! Thanks Ms Connie and Ms Tee for the recognition of www.AhTim.com. Also not forget to appreciate the courtesy and hospitality of Philea Resort and Spa management to widen my travel experiences in this Super Peak Holiday season! ;) I’m really touching…..

What so Special about Philea Resort and Spa?

Philea Resort is the largest and first pine lodge resort in Malaysia. Even the guest room , the furniture made by finest quality pine logs! Besides Pine Lodge design, what is so special about Philea Resort? At least three aspect different from others. You will enjoy when have these :)

  1. Whole resort surrounded by Eco-friendly Environment. Especially the Forest landscape and Waterfall make us forget the busy schedule.
  2. It is a resort for whole family. Its well maintain and thoughtful facilities make you and family don’t want to go home: Games room, Kids room, Spa center, Huge Swimming pool and Gymnasium room.
  3. The First-class service! Every staff will give you a smile when have eye contact with you. They are all helpful and prompt respond.

My Luxury Experience at Philea Resort

Let me show you my luxury experience here. I don’t know Melaka have such Luxury hotel until I see into my eyes.

The lobby design is grand. Three stories building build by interlocking pine lodges.

We were welcome by sweet cold drink during check in. Enjoy the cold drink under hot weather on pine logs furniture make me feel fresh and closer to nature.

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The staff insist sends us to guest room by this electric buddy car, even the guest room is just 100 meters away. Good service huh? ;)

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Welcome to our Pavilion Room ;) We were so impressed by its pine logs wall and spacious design!

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Philea Resort gave us 3 beds room. We were surprised!

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Indoor is cool despite big hot sun outside.

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Complimentary mineral water, tea and coffee.

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Arty carving and light of A Famosa and trishaw on the wall.

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Philea Resort and Spa brochure.

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Writing table with ambient light. I believe no one will want to write in this comfy room.

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Country style interior design. Make me feel like home! ;)

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Like the bath room very much. Enjoy in the bathtub twice.

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Easy-to-use safety box with automatic open door.

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Wooden railing along the road.

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Wooden bridge across the swimming pool and waterfall.

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Exterior view of Pavilion room. Four guest rooms in a house.

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“Ding Dong”… see who come out from the Philea Royal Villa? Maybe Mr President.

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Not sure is this Philea Suite? A Bungalow house.

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Lay on the deck chair at pool side and listen to the waterfall sound.

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Beautiful swimming pool in front waterfall with the breathtaking landscape.

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It’s like a paradise.

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More Luxuries guest room along the hill – Philea Suite and Royal Villa.

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Awesome human made Waterfall in the center of the resort.

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Gymnasium room with new equipment and trainer.

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Rumah Tanjung Spa, Spa room for couple. Unfortunately I have got chance to try it out.

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The Jacuzzi for couple inside Spa room.

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View from the bed to entrance door.

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The Games room. All 8 computers full of computer games. And the Internet speed pretty fast too!

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My art work in Kids room. Dedicated for AhTim Tech Blog!

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Night scene of swimming pool and colorful Waterfall.

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Nice lighting during night scene.

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Nusantara restaurant for our breakfast.

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Varieties of food for breakfast.

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My breakfast starter with orange juice.

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After breakfast, we check out and spend our day in the city of World Heritage! We end our vacation in delightful heaven here. ;)

Best Resort for Who?

Now come to the question, should you stay in Philea Resort and Spa? Well it depends what you want.

In my opinion, it most suitable for 3 types of travelers:

  • If you travel a long arduous distance by car. After hours of tired driving, you won’t have to search for the resort. Philea Resort is  the first resort once enter Ayer Keroh Toll. It is just 100 meters away from the toll.
  • You need a relaxing vacation in Old City. Believe me you won’t relax if stay in center of the city.
  • Who want a Luxury experience must stay Philea Resort!

Besides, they provide hall for meeting, wedding packages and team building too.

Things to Improve?

Overall I’m very satisfied with the luxury resort experience. If you asking me to find quarrel in a straw, there are three aspect can do better:

  • Karaoke room – The room full smell of smoke. Sorry I’m not a smoker. I’m not sure if this happen when pre-book? I just walk in to have a look and run out in 1 minute because of smelly.
  • WiFi Internet signal –  Unfortunately my room number 3038 unable to access WiFi smoothly, the WiFi signal is too weak. Even my Maxis line has no signal. So there is no 3G! But who care when we are on vacation? ;)
  • Breakfast food – The food taste are average only. The fried chicken is not fresh too.

I believe Philea resort will do it better in my future visit. Especially the food after tired play, food for thought! ;)

 My Two Cents

At first, Pine lodge resort remind me the stay experience at Bundhaya Resort in Koh Lipe island (Thailand) 3 months ago. It is one of the travel hot spot last year. But the stay experience there are too far behind Philea Resort!

My wife and I were surprise by the 3 beds guest room. It is spacious, cozy with ambient light and enjoyable bath room!

Of course it is not cheap to stay in this delightful heaven. But it worth the price!

Price start from RM370+ (normal rate) to RM770+ during Super Peak season. We really enjoy the weekend stay during this Super Peak season before Chinese New Year Holiday. ;)

PS: This is a sincere review by AhTim.com. It is one of my Project 2012, contact me if you allow me to review your Hotel or Resort!

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Google Cloud Print change the way you print. You can now print anything, from any device, to any Google cloud connect print! ;)

No hassle to install printer driver anymore. Let’s watch Google Cloud Print in action and step by step guide.

How to Setup Google Cloud Print?

If you have Cloud Ready Printer, the setup is very straight forward. You just need to register printer email id into Google Cloud Print.

But I believe most of us here don’t have one Google cloud print. What to do with our classic USB printer?

First, you need to install Google Chrome on both computers (a remote computer and a PC at home office that connect to printer).

In Google Chrome select: Tools > Options > Under The Hood > Sign In to Google Cloud Print 

Make sure you Sign In Google Cloud Print on both Chrome browser. Then Finish printer registration and Start use your printer remotely! ;)

With this Cloud service, basically you could print your documents to Home or Office anywhere you want, via an Internet connectivity. And most importantly it is Free!

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]]> http://www.ahtim.com/google-cloud-printing-via-internet-connectivity/feed/ 0 http://www.ahtim.com/google-cloud-printing-via-internet-connectivity/ Adsense Payment via Western Union for more Countries in SEA http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AhTim/~3/BDL0Jwz-GFo/ http://www.ahtim.com/adsense-payment-via-western-union-for-more-countries-in-sea/#comments Wed, 11 Jan 2012 04:10:43 +0000 AhTim http://www.ahtim.com/?p=3419 Good news for Adsense publishers in Southeast Asia. Adsense announced it expanded Western Union Quick Cash to more countries to withdraw money: Singapore, Cambodia and Laos.

If you are new to Western Union, read how to use Western Union step by step guide.

Western Union online transaction made my life easier years ago since Adsense offers payment via Western Union Malaysia. If you are still using checks, I recommend you change to Western Union immediately. It is faster, more secure and easy to receive money!

PS: I’m curious how many of you still receiving Adsense checks?

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Do you know we could send fax online, no software to download and no setup fee. Flexifax.com.my allow you to try their service for 3 free fax. Learn how to send free fax online with step by step guide below.

Flexi Fax Online

What you need to do is register a free account in Flexifax.com.my. They will send you an id with password. You can now fax online to anywhere without a fax machine.

Once login, click on Quick Fax. Put in your particular in the fax form below.

After click Send Fax Now, your fax will be sent to their fax server while waiting to send out. You will then receive a notification in Flexi Fax Usage report and email on Delivery status.

Send Gmail Fax

To fax with Gmail (or other email), set authorized email. Then attach the document you want to fax to your email and email it to RecipeintFaxNumber@send.flexifax.com.my.

You will need to subscribe with a small monthly fee if you need a permanent fax service.

I have sent my fax successfully to a mobile company to request for product review. Hope to get their reply soon! ;)

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