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WeeBee Real Smart Home at the Fraction of the Cost

2014-01-29T23:44:00.000+08:00

"Webee", the first Smart Home system that connects and controls your home appliances through one simple App, while providing personal suggestions customized to you, to save money and improve efficiency. Compatible with any other smart technology!

Psychology of Colours

2014-01-21T10:36:00.002+08:00

Glow-in-the-Dark Pavement Could Replace Street Lights?

2014-01-20T11:58:00.000+08:00

Keeping parks well lit at night can be a costly means to ensure pedestrian and cyclist safety. But a British-based company has come up with a way to turn park paths into glow-in-the-dark thoroughfares that double as energy-efficient works of art.
Created by Pro-Teq, Starpath is a spray-able coating of light-absorbing particles that harvests ultra-violet rays from the sun during the day and dramatically lights up like a starry sky at night. The veneer is non-reflective, anti-slip and waterproof, and can be applied to cement, wood, tarmac or other solid surfaces.

Glow-in-the-dark spray also comes with additional benefits: Its non-reflective surface doesn't seem to contribute to light pollution, which not only inhibits views of the nighttime sky, but can have dire consequences for local wildlife due to the constant illumination.

Overhead street lighting does provide one important benefit to urban parks, however, and that's the deterrence of crime. It's not yet known if Starpath would provide enough light to do the same.

Pro-Teq's Neil Blackmore says that for larger urban parks where the possibility of crime is higher, his technology could be used in conjunction with overhead lighting, if not replacing street lights completely, then cutting down on the number of them necessary to illuminate darkened areas.

German Expert Warns Against Using iPhone5S Fingerprint Function

2013-09-19T08:19:00.001+08:00

In light of the PRISM spying by NSA, a German data-protection specialist Johannes Caspar warns against using iPhone 5S's new Fingerprint ID function. While Apple claims this to be secure by saying 'your fingerprint is only stored on the iPhone, never transmitted over the network' the expert arguments that 'The biometric features of your body, like your fingerprints, cannot be erased or deleted and stay with you until the end of your life without changing. They are crucial and should not be used for something as non-vital or casual as unlocking your device.

Kinetic Sand: Easy-to-Shape Sand

2013-09-18T08:12:00.001+08:00

Sure, it may look like just a pile of common beach sand, but dig in and you'll discover that in your hands is an addictive, three-dimensional building toy! Pile it, shape it, squeeze it, or just let it dift in slow motion thorugh your fingers. This futuristic material possesses a delightfully mushy texture and just enough malleability so it can hold the shape of simple sculptures and sand structures. A secret binding agent keeps the granules together, so you won't find sand dunes or drifts settling around your home after playtime.

Futuristic Concept for Robotic Vacuum Cleaner

2013-09-13T07:45:00.000+08:00

The Dust Ball by Dave Hakkens takes robotic vacuums to the next level. Punt your vacuum and clean at the same time.

Dust Ball is a robot vacuum cleaner designed for public spaces. There are a lot of robot vacuum cleaners on the market designed for households. However they are fragile and not made to go over any cables, thresholds etc. This one had to be strong, industrial, flexible. However I did not want to give it an industrial/robot appearance.
Inspired by a hamster ball, I came up with Dust Ball. Usually there is no interaction with a robot vacuum. I created a little friend just rolling around and which you could push or kick in a direction to clean. It’s had no trouble with cables or anything like that. It’s strong and when it rolls before your feet you just kick it out of the way.

The Dust Ball comes complete with its very own charging dock.

Bricks/Floor from from Demolished Rubble ...

2013-09-13T07:30:00.000+08:00

Usually when a building/bathroom/shed etc. is being demolished a completely new one takes over its place. this is done without leaving any trace of what has been there before, perhaps a little picture on the wall but that's it. I was interested in using the materials from the old building in the new one. I was inspired by the terrazzo floors. although these floors are made from waste produced in the marble mines, they are really decent and have a good quality which you can see and feel. I wanted to find out if we could use our own waste produced when demolishing something. I did several test with different materials and made a selection of which materials are possible, I used crushed bricks and roof tiles as a pigment. between 20-30% of new cement is added to bind everything to one solid floor which can last 100th of years. in the end I made 3 different examples of what it could look like, but basically any combination is possible.. material source by Dave Hakkens

Materials (above) You Can Turn to Pigment (Below)

Sanding

Proposed Swimmable skybridge in Singapore

2013-08-16T10:34:00.000+08:00

A Mountain of an Apartment

2013-08-13T16:22:00.002+08:00

Professor Zhang Lin built a dream mountain villa on top of a Beijing apartment block. He spent six years shifting rocks and rubble to the roof to create this bizarre mountaintop penthouse. However, as you might imagine, the people underneath aren’t too happy because cracks and leaks appeared throughout the apartment block since construction of the mountain suite. The construction will be demolished if found unsafe.

Hacking the Internet of Things for Good: Google Glass

2013-08-07T09:19:00.000+08:00

Xerox Photocopiers Randomly Alter Numbers

2013-08-07T09:00:00.000+08:00

Machines have been altering numbers...

If you think your photocopier is producing exact duplicates of your documents, you might want to double-check — some popular Xerox scanners and photocopiers change text and numbers documents scanned and copied under the "normal" quality setting.

"According to a report from German computer scientist D. Kriesel, some Xerox copiers and scanners may alter numbers that appear in scanned documents. Having analysed the output of two such devices, the Xerox Copiers 7535 and 7556, Kriesel found that "patches of the pixel data are randomly replaced in a very subtle and dangerous way": in particular, some numbers appearing in a document may be replaced by other numbers when it is scanned."

In one example, David Kriesel who is based in Bonn, found copies he had made of construction plans had altered dimensions of some of the rooms. One Xerox printer had enlarged the square meter of a room from 14.13 m² to 17.42m², while another shrunk it from 21.11 m² to 14.13 m². Mr Kriesel found the copier would often change the number 6 into the number 8, and vice versa. He said the issue arose through an “image compression” fault, linked to how the scanners shrink the file size of scans.

Xerox aware of problem

Xerox said: “The problem stems from a combination of compression level and resolution setting. We do not normally see a character substitution issue... However, the defect may be seen at lower quality and resolution settings.”

WD-40 The Wonder Spray

2013-05-21T18:36:00.000+08:00

WD-40 : Who knew!

Originally invented in the 1950s to develop a rust-preventing solvent and degreaser for the aerospace industry, WD-40 spray has at least 2,000 practical uses for house-cleaning, gardening, furniture maintenance, farming, and more. Commonly used to repel water and prevent corrosion, WD-40 can also be used to help lubricate stuck objects (like zippers and LEGO parts), make shovels slippier for more efficient use, and even keep pigeons from pooping on your balcony.
Got your own slick uses for WD-40 spray? Share with us by commenting below!

WD-40 who knew?
"Water Displacement #40".
The product began from a search for a rust preventative solvent and degreaser to protect missile parts.
WD-40 was created in 1953, by three technicians at the San Diego Rocket Chemical Company.
Its name comes from the project that was to find a 'Water Displacement' Compound.
They were finally successful for a formulation, with their fortieth attempt, thus WD-40.
The 'Convair Company' bought it in bulk to protect their atlas missile parts.
Ken East (one of the original founders) says there is nothing in WD-40 that would hurt you.
When you read the 'shower door' part, try it.
It's the first thing that has ever cleaned that spotty shower door.
If yours is plastic, it works just as well as on glass.
It's a miracle!
Then try it on your stove-top.
It's now shinier than it's ever been.
You'll be amazed.

WD-40 Uses:
1. Protects silver from tarnishing.
2. Removes road tar and grime from cars.
3. Cleans and lubricates guitar strings.
4. Gives floor that 'just-waxed' sheen without making them slippery.
5. Keeps the flies off of Cows, Horses, and other Farm Critters, as well. (Ya gotta love this one!!!)
6. Restores and cleans chalkboards.
7. Removes lipstick stains.
8. Loosens stubborn zippers.
9. Untangles jewelry chains.
10. Removes stains from stainless steel sinks.
11. Removes dirt and grime from the barbecue grill.
12. Keeps ceramic / terracotta garden pots from oxidizing.
13. Removes tomato stains from clothing.
14. Keeps glass shower doors free of water spots.
15. Camouflages scratches in ceramic and marble floors.
16. Keeps scissors working smoothly.
17. Lubricates noisy door hinges on both home and vehicles doors.
18. It removes that nasty tar and scuff marks from the kitchen flooring.
It doesn't seem to harm the finish and you won't have to scrub nearly as hard to get them off.
Just remember to open some windows if you have a lot of marks.
19. Remove those nasty Bug guts that will eat away the finish on your car if not removed quickly!
20. Gives a children's playground gym slide a shine for a super fast slide.
21. Lubricates gearshift and mower deck lever for ease of handling on riding mowers...
22. Rids kids rocking chair and swings of squeaky noises.
23. Lubricates tracks in sticking home windows and makes them easier to open.
24. Spraying an umbrella stem makes it easier to open and close.
25. Restores and cleans padded leather dashboards in vehicles, as well as vinyl bumpers.
26. Restores and cleans roof racks on vehicles.
27. Lubricates and stops squeaks in electric fans.
28. Lubricates wheel sprockets on tricycles, wagons, and bicycles for easy handling.
29. Lubricates fan belts on washers and dryers and keeps them running smoothly.
30. Keeps rust from forming on saws and saw blades, and other tools.
31. Removes grease splatters from stove-tops.
32. Keeps bathroom mirror from fogging.
33. Lubricates prosthetic limbs.
34. Keeps pigeons off the balcony (they hate the smell).
35. Removes all traces of duct tape.
36. Folks even spray it on their arms, hands, and knees to relieve arthritis pain.
37. Florida's favorite use is: 'cleans and removes love bugs from grills and bumpers.'
38. The favorite use in the state of New York, it protects the Statue of Liberty from the elements.
39. WD-40 attracts fish. Spray a little on live bait or lures and you will be catching the big one in no time. Also, it's a lot cheaper than the chemical attractants that are made for just that purpose.
Keep in mind though, using some chemical laced baits or lures for fishing are not allowed in some states.
40. Use it for fire ant bites. It takes the sting away immediately and stops the itch.
41. It is great for removing crayon from walls. Spray it on the marks and wipe with a clean rag.
42. Also, if you've discovered that your teenage daughter has washed and dried a tube of lipstick with a load of laundry, saturate the lipstick spots with WD-40 and rewash. Presto! The lipstick is gone!
43. If you spray it inside a wet distributor cap, it will displace the moisture, allowing the engine to start.

And we have more...

Lubricates hinges on pruning shears
Removes crayon from carpet (be sure to test WD-40 on low visibility area of carpet before using)
Removes coffee stains from floor tiles (be sure to wipe floor clean after using WD-40)
Removes marks from floors left by chair feet (be sure to wipe floor clean after using WD-40)
Removes adhesive price tags from shoe bottoms
Cleans black streaks from hardwood floors (be sure to wipe floor clean after using WD-40)
Removes paint from tile flooring (be sure to wipe floor clean after using WD-40)
Removes rust stains from floors after mopping (be sure to wipe floor clean after using WD-40)
Removes mascara from tile floors and mirrors (be sure to wipe floor clean after using WD-40)
Removes felt pen marks from floors (be sure to wipe floor clean after using WD-40)
Removes rollerblade marks from kitchen floors (be sure to wipe floor clean after using WD-40)
Removes sticker residue from clothes (be sure to test WD-40 on low-visibility area of garment before using)
Removes permanent ink from most items
Removes grime from grout on bathroom floors (be sure to wipe floor clean after using WD-40)
Removes nail polish from hardwood floors (be sure to wipe floor clean after using WD-40)
Removes tile adhesive from new no-wax floors (be sure to wipe floor clean after using WD-40)
Removes crayon from inside clothes dryers (make sure to unplug dryer fi rst)
Removes crayon from walls
Lubricates screws on lawn furniture
Removes crayon from wallpaper
Removes crayon from compressed wood furniture
Removes crayon from plastic
Removes crayon from shoes
Removes crayon from toys
Removes crayon from chalk boards
Keeps sewing needles from rusting
Removes adhesive from precious china
Helps prevent rust on hide-a-key containers
Cleans and protects medicine door latches
Cleans piano keys
Removes crayon from television screen
Lubricates zippers on lawn mower grass catcher bags
Removes crayon marks from glass
Removes glue deposits from linoleum
Lubricates hinges on antique smoking stands
Removes stickers from credit cards
Removes melted Scotch® tape from dining room table
Removes crayon from screen doors
Removes crayon from plastic tables
Erases marks caused by chair backs on running boards of wall
Removes labels from medicine bottles
Removes VELCRO® stickers
Cleans crayon off of rock walls
Removes glue from refrigerators
Removes crayon from place mats
Cleans and protects blades of pruning shears
Cleans vacuum cleaner dials
Removes marking pen from glass objects
Prevents rust on patio furniture screws
Lubricates locks on dog kennels
Prevents medicine cabinets closures from sticking
Lubricates locks on chains securing propane tank to
barbecue grills
Lubricates stuck temperature regulators on refrigerators
Lubricates hinges on metal filing boxes
Lubricates luggage zippers
Lubricates microwave oven doors
Penetrates and loosens locking levers on windows
Lubricates pullout handles on luggage
Lubricates hinges on TV cabinet doors
Lubricates cork screws
Frees rusted hinges on fire alarm boxes
Lubricates antique waffle irons
Lubricates folding metal stools
Penetrates and loosens sticky knobs on adjustable chairs
Loosens screws on toilet seats
Loosens rusted screws on outdoor barbecues
Frees locking nuts on lawn mower blades
Penetrates and loosens stuck screws on bathtub knobs
Lubricates propane tank hinges
Frees stuck LEGO® blocks
Makes dead bolt locks work better
Lubricates shoe buckles
Lubricates bird house hinges
Lubricates hinges on swing doors
Lubricates piano lid hinges
Lubricates hinges on refrigerator doors
Eliminates squeaking from locks
Lubricates cigarette case hinges
Lubricates swiveling picture hangers
Lubricates piano bench hinges
Keeps zippers on outdoor umbrella covers from sticking
Lubricates plate holder hinges
Lubricates air nozzles of balloon pumps
Lubricates adjuster button on canes
Lubricates sunshade joints
Pre-lubricates threads on wood screws
Removes stickers from crystal
Removes stubborn temporary tattoos
Keeps blades from rusting on garden plow
Keeps garden tools rust-free
Lubricates landscaping spikes to make it easier to drive into landscape timbers
Keeps clay from sticking to shovels
Keeps lawnmower wheels turning smoothly

DIY on Budget - Zero Cost

2013-04-16T10:59:00.001+08:00

Garden Broom

Mosquitoes No More

2012-12-06T11:23:00.000+08:00

PermaNet® Pre-treated Mosquito Netting

Repels and knocks down mosquitoes and flies
Now keeping your family safe from dengue is more convenient and economical.
PermaNet®, a high-quality and pre-treated mosquito net which kills and repels mosquitoes and house flies. The ready and easy-to-use PermaNet® mosquito net lasts for minimum of 20 washes which ensures a peaceful sleep.

How it works?
The insecticide (deltamethrin) is applied evenly to the netting fibres with a binding chemical, ensuring that the insecticide is always present at the surface of the net. The insecticide last even after multiple washes and for years. Deltamethrin Kills or Repels mosquitoes when they land on the net.

Benefits of PermaNet:
Convenient : Ready-to-use.
Long-lasting : Lasts a lot longer than ordinary nets.
Effective : Universally accepted as the best method for protection against Dengue and Malaria.
Recognized : PermaNet is recommended by the World Health Organization (W.H.O.).
Safe : Perfectly safe for pregnant women, adults, children and babies. It is also odorless.

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Automated Bicycle Parking - Only in Japan

2012-12-06T07:13:00.000+08:00

Hazy Car Headlights Solution

2012-12-04T08:00:00.000+08:00

Painting Tips: Paint Tray

2012-12-04T07:50:00.000+08:00

Create a disposable paint tray liner with aluminum foil which you can reuse again.

Painting Tips: Rubber Band Trick

2012-12-04T07:41:00.000+08:00

Use a rubber band across the top of your paint container as a place to wipe off excess paint from your brush. That way you are not wiping the brush on the side of the can, making a messes. This way you can store the paint longer.

Salt Chlorinator Vs. Ozone Generator for Swimming Pools

2012-10-24T08:48:00.000+08:00

Salt Chlorine Generators:

Many questions has been asked about salt-water pools, chlorine free pools, mineral springs, or any other number of questions regarding chlorine generators, which is the correct definition of what many people are asking about. Chlorine Generators have been around for more than 25 years and are not a new idea in swimming sanitation. In fact they have come and gone several times in various designs.

The process of making the chlorine with these systems is the same, but it is just the electronics and
construction materials that has gotten significantly better over the years. Advanced microprocessors and electronics, better more resistant plastics and precious metals used in the cells have contributed to the advancement of this technology.

Ocean water has a salt content of around 35,000 parts per million. Most humans have a taste threshold of around 3500 parts per million. This is about the solution of saline or thereabout. Most chlorine generators use a salt content of 3000 ppm - 4500 ppm. You want a unit that needs less than 3500 ppm to operate effectively.A chlorine generator's main function is to produce chlorine at the pool so you do not have to go buy it, store it or handle it. These are big advantages for many pool owners. Chlorine generators,when functioning correctly produce chlorine constantly (when the pump is running). This keeps a residual of chlorine in the pool that prevents algae from growing. The secret is keeping the cell free of calcium and mineral deposits so it can continue to make chlorine. The cell itself is made up of precious metals with each manufacturer using what they believe is the best technology and manufacturing methods. In the 21st century most of these units will be similar in quality and performance.

The chlorine generators are like an "IV" to the pool. Through the process of electrolysis, water passing over the chlorine generator cell produces chlorine that is instantaneously transformed into Hypochlorous Acid. When any type of chlorine is added to water it makes the same thing, hypochlorous acid! That's right it's ALL the same, it does not matter if it is Sodium Hypochlorite (liquid chlorine), Tri-chlor and Di-chlor or Lithium based, Cal-hypo or even gas chlorine it all makes the same thing, Hypochlorous Acid. Sure they affect the water chemistry differently and some add to TDS or increase calcium levels, the point is this; Hypochlorous Acid is the active sanitizer, this is what kills algae and other harmful stuff in the water. Its effectiveness is totally predicated on balanced water conditions and more importantly proper pH. So, with a salt water system or chlorine generator or whatever you want to call it you still must maintain your water balance (pool chemistry) properly. As long as you understand this and do this, the chlorine generator will perform as is was designed.

Some manufactures make non-reverse polarity units and reverse polarity units. A reverse polarity unit reverses the electron flow through the cell causing mineral deposits to flake off. Minerals are attracted to these cells because of the molecular flow of electricity at the level of atoms (it's low voltage at the cell). The premise here is that these cells do not require cleaning. The mineral deposits are now big enough to actually get caught in the filtration system. This is the reasoning behind the claim that chlorine generators can reduce the scum line build up at the waterline. I think it is worth the premium you pay for the reverse polarity type. It is usually nominal. Some sales people, if they sell a non-reverse polarity system only will make the argument that by cleaning the cell manually you are getting rid of the scale and minerals immediately (when you manually clean the cell). This is a reasonable argument. Both units require this anyway the reverse polarity unit requires it less. The bottom line for chlorine generators, They can be more convenient because you do not need to handle or buy chlorine and if the unit is functioning correctly a chlorine residual will always be present in the pool eliminating algae. You still must maintain your pool. You still must maintain correct water balance. None of this changes!

OZONE:

Ozone has been around since the beginning of time. If you have ever been in a lightning storm when it is raining and smell that clean smell. That is ozone. It is has a very short life. Ozone has been used to purify drinking water for decades throughout the world. It is also called tri-atomic oxygen ozone and is a molecule consisting of three atoms of oxygen, formed when oxygen molecules are broken apart and rejoined again. The ozone molecule is a very powerful oxidizer. It destroys anything it comes in contact with 3000 times faster and more effectively than anything else available today by attacking the contaminants at the molecular level. When the oxidation is complete, or if ozone finds nothing to oxidize, it returns to molecular oxygen (2 atoms) dissipating into the atmosphere.
Ozone is produced in the stratosphere by two methods. UV radiation from the sun will break apart molecular oxygen into individual nascent oxygen atoms. These atoms quickly attach themselves to the first molecule they encounter. When they join with an oxygen molecule, tri atomic oxygen is born. Another way in which ozone is created is through lightning occurring in the stratosphere. The electricity breaks apart the molecules and rejoins them in the same manner as UV radiation. The scent you may smell after a thunderstorm is sometimes the smell of ozone.

Ozone is also produced for swimming pool and spa water in these two methods. In the UV method, air is passed over a UV bulb, and the radiation creates nascent oxygen and then ozone. The molecules are then introduced into the water where they can do their stuff. In the corona discharge method, a small lightning storm is created in an air filled and dried chamber utilizing special and expensive electronics and equipment. Swim World Pools recommend the less expensive ozone system, the UV.

Ozone is indeed a powerful oxidizer, but it is a gas. It is not marketed as a stand alone technology simply because of the production required to have ozone molecules visit every square inch of your pool before it is changed into something other than ozone. Ozone has a short life span (about 20 minutes), and the distribution of it. Ozone is also not very effective on algae. What is effective in is killing the "nasty's" (perspiration, urine, viruses, etc) So not as much chlorine is needed to oxidize these "nasty's". You still need a small amount of chlorine .5ppm - 1ppm to sanitize the water and to prevent algae. Because Ozone only lasts about 20 minutes in a pool 2-speed circulation is the perfect system to use Ozone with. The 2-speed pump runs 24/7 producing Ozone all the time. This makes it possible to use a much lower than normal residual of chlorine in the pool than a pool without Ozone. A 2-speed pump is the most beneficial.

Ozone will continue to grab market share for pools. It gives water a better smell, taste and clarity than chlorine alone, and because it produces no byproducts, it doesn't contribute to TDS. Ozone removes certain dissolved metals and rids the pool of soaps, scum, oils and chloramines. Ozone has synergy with halogens, meaning that when combined, they work even better on certain micro contaminants. Ozone makes sense! It is also relatively inexpensive.

I feel that the BEST pool will have 24/7 circulation, correct hydraulic design with an automatic Electric cleaner , a quality Ozone system and a an automatic chlorinator for sanitizer residual. This is the recipe for a low maintenance pool.

by underwateragain

Posted on: http://www.squidoo.com/SaltPool

TIPS FOR MANAGING YOUR SAFETY

2012-09-10T14:02:00.000+08:00

Capt. Balasubramaniam who is an expert on rescue and survival shared this with some attendees in one of his programmes. What he emphasized was that we should never put ourselves in a dangerous and vulnerable position and this usually just entails some common sense and alertness most of the time. Of course things do happen no matter how careful you are.

At the Car Park:
Do not walk towards your car. Walk towards the next car or the car opposite.
Do lock your car immediately you get in and drive off ASAP. Please don’t check your cellphone, your makeup, etc.

At the ATM:
Use your ring finger to key in your pin, as the rest of the fingers will cover the keypad.
Do not count your money at the atm. After all it’s not going to give you what it owes to you.

In a taxi:
Pretend to make a phone call to your friend / husband informing them where you are, what time you are expected, the colour of taxi, taxi no etc. you must of course talk within earshot of the driver.

If you live alone:
Do get some men’s clothing’s and shoes. Hang them out with your own laundry! Leave the men’s shoes outside your house.
Do leave radio/TV on.
Do be suspicious if you receive calls that seem to have got the wrong number.

If you have husbands who travel regularly:
Do drive his car when he is not around as opportunists will notice that his car is dusty and in the same spot for many days.

If you have children tell them:
Never to post photos of your new car on Facebook.
Never to reveal that they are ‘home alone’ or parents are away.

Also, get the telephone number of the police station in your area and list it as the first number in your phone contact list rather than list it under P.
Calling 999 in an emergency will be a futile attempt.

Safety Gadgets:
1.Keeping a loudhailer at home would be more effective than screaming and shouting for help in an emergency.
2.Install sensor lights
3.Pepper spray - they have a shelf life. So you must check the expiry date otherwise it will fail you when you need to use it!
Capt. Bala recommends that pepper sprays must be
a. Water based
b. Must be US made with finger ring on the bottom
c. Must have double casing.

4. Alarm padlocks.

5. Throw some thumbtacks onto the ceiling for those who live in link houses. Burglars can easily climb in from the roof by removing some roof tiles.

If you are ever, so unfortunate to have your bag snatched, do not struggle with the assailant. Let go and do not chase after them. Neither should your husband/boyfriend/son.

When you drop your friend / loved ones home, especially those who live in apartments, get them to text you once they are inside the safety of their homes. I think we should drill this in to our sons who drop off their girlfriends.

SMASH AND GRAB ROBBERS ATTACKED ABOUT 5 CASES A DAY FROM MAY TO JUNE 2012
WHAT IS THE STATISTIC FOR JULY ?
HAVE YOU TINTED YOUR CAR YET ?
DO YOU ALWAYS WAKE UP LATE AND YOU LIKE TO RUSH DAILY?

Please make sure you are not adding to this statistic.

1. do not rush from work or to work. Breathe! Start early.
2. put your valuables away, and carry less in your handbag. Get a debit card. Consolidate your banking accounts.
3. forget about all these labelled bags.
4. never talk on your cellphone, and i mean never when driving
5. pay attention to pillion driver that operate in pairs. At traffic lights, keep a distance from the car in front of you. If they attack you, just swerve you car at them. HONK, HONK, HONK Loud…..they could have tailed you..
6. try not to wear too much jewelry, ie. big gold, flashy loopy earrings and long gold chain- you will be asking to be grabbed, and they will smash from the right
7. avoid big gold bangles and expensive fancy watches
8. keep a pair of sunglasses and wear them when driving, but not at night
9. plan your diary well, smash and grab robbers attack people even when there are two of you in the car.
10. these robbers attack mostly from 7.00 to 10 am and also from 4 to 7.00pm. Peak, rush hours.

Use Your Car Alarm as a Home Security Panic Button

2012-08-15T15:55:00.002+08:00

Thought this is a good tip to shared with others, if you find it useful share it ..........

What to take to bed with you - not a joke .

Pretty neat idea.

Put your car keys beside your bed at night.

Tell your spouse, your children, your neighbors, your parents, your Dr's office, the check-out girl at the market, everyone you run across. Put your car keys beside your bed at night.

If you hear a noise outside your home or someone trying to get in your house, just press the panic button for your car alarm. The alarm will be set off, and the horn will continue to sound until either you turn it off or the car battery dies. This tip came from a neighborhood watch coordinator. Next time you come home for the night and you start to put your keys away, think of this: It's a security alarm system that you probably already have and requires no installation. Test it. It will go off from most everywhere inside your house and will keep honking until your battery runs down or until you reset it with the button on the key fob chain. It works if you park in your driveway or garage. If your car alarm goes off when someone is trying to break into your house, odds are the burglar/rapist won't stick around. After a few seconds all the neighbors will be looking out their windows to see who is out there and sure enough the criminal won't want that. And remember to carry your keys while walking to your car in a parking lot. The alarm can work the same way there. This is something that should really be shared with everyone. Maybe it could save a life or a sexual abuse crime.

Would also be useful for any emergency, such as a heart attack, where you can't reach a phone.

Please shares this.

DIY Secret Compartments ... Hollow Spy Book

2012-05-30T16:41:00.001+08:00

Home Hacking Ideas

2012-05-18T16:06:00.001+08:00

Audit Your Home Energy Usage

2011-09-13T10:42:00.001+08:00

Would you like to conduct an audit of your home, you can download CETDEM's energy audit form.
Or download the guide on Audit Energy Usage for Household.

Easy ways to save energy
There are simple things in your everyday life that you can do to save energy.
1. In the Home

Remember to switch off the lights and fans when you leave a room.
TVs, Radios and air-conditioners should be switched off at the plug point.
Try and have natural ventilation coming through your home, to reduce the need for fans and air-conditioners.
Have some indoor plants, as plants help cool the surrounding.
Use all household appliances efficiently; e.g. when using the washing machine, run full loads only
Make use of natural light.
Use the most appropriate energy source; e.g. gas for cooking rather than an electric cooker which uses much more energy.

2. While Shopping

Try not to buy products/material that have excessive packaging, or uses plastics made from non-renewable material.
Choose items/products that have a long life, can be re-used, repaired or recycled.
Look for energy labels/energy ratings at the back of appliances.
Bring along your own shopping bag to reduce the use of plastic bags.

3. Transportation

For short distances, it is better to travel on foot or cycle.
Try using more public transport. It helps you avoid traffic congestion and saves costs on parking, tolls and fuel.
Carpool. Carry four people instead of one and help reduce your emissions of greenhouse gases and energy consumption.
Dont leave your car engine running idle for too long.
Limit use of car by combining all errands into one journey. This will save you fuel, running costs and parking fees.

4. In the Garden

Plant leafy trees, shrubs and grasses in the garden.
Leafy trees will provide shade and shield your house from direct sunlight.
Plants also help cool surrounding areas.

Malaysia My Second Home Program

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Malaysian Government welcome foreign nationals (except Israel, Yugoslavia, Serbia and Montenegro ) to stay in Malaysia on a long term Social Visit Pass under the "MALAYSIA - MY SECOND HOME PROGRAMME" and duration of stay is for a period of five(5) years with a Multiple Entry Visa.
However, it DOES NOT entitle a permanent resident status.

Rules & Regulations

Age

There is no age limit. Successful applicant are allowed to bring dependent that is wife and children below 18 years of age and to employ maid
Application from dependent other than described above will be considered.
Applicants above 50 years of age can submit their applications to the Immigration Headquarters in Putrajaya, State Immigration Offices, Malaysia Representative Offices Abroad and Malaysia Tourism Offices.

Applicants below 50 years of age are required to submit their application to the Immigration Headquarters in Putrajaya.

Income/ Financial Requirement

a. Applicant above 50 years of age

Applicant and spouse (either one must be above 50 years of age) will have the privilege of choosing EITHER to have a fixed deposit of RM 150,000.00 (for 5 years) from any bank in Malaysia; OR derive a fixed monthly income of not less than RM 10,000.00 (from abroad). The fixed deposit account must be active during applicant’s permitted length of stay under this programme. A Multiple Entry Visa is given together with the Visit Pass (Social) of 5 years period (for those nationals who require a visa).
Single (individual) applicant will have the privilege of choosing either to have a fixed deposit of RM 100,000.00 (for 5 years) from any bank in Malaysia ; OR derive a fixed monthly income of not less than RM 7,000.00 (from abroad). The fixed deposit account must be active during applicant’s permitted length of stay under this programme. A Multiple Entry Visa is given together with the Visit Pass (Social) of 5 years period (for those nationals who require a visa).

b. Applicant below 50 years of age

Applicant and spouse MUST POSSES a fixed deposit of RM 150,000.00 (for 5 years) from any bank in Malaysia ; AND derive a fixed monthly income of not less than RM 10,000.00 (from abroad). The fixed deposit account must be active during applicant’s permitted length of stay under this programme. A Multiple Entry Visa is given together with the Visit Pass (Social) of 5 years period (for those nationals who require a visa).
Single (individual) applicant MUST POSSES a fixed deposit of RM 100,000.00 (for 5 years) from any bank in Malaysia ; AND derive a fixed monthly income of not less than RM 7,000.00 (from abroad). The fixed deposit account must be active during applicant’s permitted length of stay under this programme. A Multiple Entry Visa is given together with the Visit Pass (Social) of 5 years period (for those nationals who require a visa).
The Social Visit Pass given for a period of five (5) years period is given subject to the validity of the passport
All new applications or renewals in this programme are required to have a fix deposit account in any bank in Malaysia OR any foreign banks as long as the foreign banks have a branch in Malaysia.

Application

Applicant above 50 years of age can submit their application without a sponsor. However the department has the right to request for one if deemed necessary.

Insurance Coverage

Must possess a medical insurance policy from any insurance company recognised in Malaysia. However, it is optional for a person of above 50 years of age can be exempted

Education.

Children of Applicant
Applicant are required to apply for their children to study in schools or any Institution of higher leaning recognized by the Malaysian Government and to inform the Immigration Department so that an endorsment “Permitted to study at…….. from…….to…….” can be stamped by Malaysian Immigration Department on the passport
Dependent of Applicant
Dependent of applicant (other than children) who wants to study in any school or institution of higher learning recognized by the Malaysia Government are required to inform the department for the issuance of Student Pass.
Goverment Tax
Successful applicants are bound by the policies, systems and regulations of tax of this country and are not accorded privileges as granted to the Diplomatic Missions in Malaysia.
Employment of Maid
Applicant are allowed to bring along their maid or apply for one from source country. Process of bringing or applying for a maid under Malaysia My Second Home Programme are subjected to the terms and conditions for application of maid in this country, and it will be processed by the Visa, Pas and Permit Division.
Application Procedures
Application can be made in or outside of Malaysia . Application can be submitted while the applicant is in the country provided that the applicant is in the possession of a valid pass.
Successful applicant who are in Malaysia will be exempted from getting a visa in Malaysian Representative Offices Abroad for coutries that require a visa. Journey Performed Visa (JP Visa) incurred for applicant that requires visa to enter to this country.
List of Documents

**Letter of application;
**A copy of Social Visit Pass Form IM.12; (download)
**Two (2) passport sized photographs of applicant (and spouse);
A copy of applicant's (and spouse) passport/travel document (all pages);
A copy of a Marriage Certificate (if accompanied by a spouse);
A copy a certified fixed deposit and medical insurance (for applicants aged 50 and below);

A Personal Bond stamped RM 10.00 by the Stamp-Duty Office

(signed by the sponsor) (download);
A copy of the sponsor Identity Card (if applicable);
sponsor’s statement form (if applicable).
Notes: **not applicable if application is submitted through the web.

Submission of Application
Applicants who which to join this programme can apply to these following address:

Visa, Pass and Permit Division,
Level 3, Block 2G4 (PODIUM) Precinct 2,
Federal Government Administration Centre,
62550 Putrajaya,
Federal Territory.
All State Immigration Office
All Malaysian Representative Office Abroad

All Malaysian Tourism Office

Exemption
Application can be accepted with conditions if application does not contain these requirements::Fixed Deposit at local banks , Insurance Coverage Policy ,
Restriction
Successful applicants are strictly forbidden from the following :

Taking part in activities such as political, missionary, provocative or instigative, which is considered sensitive, and threat to the national security.

Taking part in any form of employment in Malaysia
Fees

Social Visit Pass under Malaysia My Second Home Programme is RM 90.00 per year.
Visa as existing rate applicable to each country (not exceeding RM 100.00); and

For applicant with maid; Levy and Visit Pass (Temporary Employment) of maid follows the existing rate.
Extension of Social Visit Pass
Documents for extension application are as follows:

A copy of Form IMM.55
A copy of Form IMM.38 (for countries that require visa)
The latest certified fixed deposit

A copy of applicant's (and spouse) passport / travel document (if accompanied by a spouse)
Person Who Not Eligible To Apply

Holders of Expatriate Pass and Dependent Pass; and Holders of Student Pass

Clients Charter

New application - 21 working days from the date of submission
Renewal - 3 working days form the date of submission

** Applicable for completed application only
Identification Card
Identification card for individuals under Malaysia My Second Home programme are issued by Malaysian Immigration Department Headquaters. State Immigration Offices and Malaysian Embassy Office in People's Republic of China must inform completed applications to Malaysian Immigration Headquaters for issuance of identification card.
Application Submission/ Queries
Complete applications can be submitted to:

Immigration Department of Malaysia
Level 3, Block 2G4 (PODIUM) Precinct 2,
Federal Government Administration Centre,
62550 Putrajaya,
Federal Territory.

OR

All Malaysian Representative Office Abroad

All State Immigration Office ( for applicant above 50 years of age only).
For Sabah and Sarawak, application can be submitted to Sabah and Sarawak Immigration Office.