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[Video] The magnificent Gullfoss waterfall of Iceland

kuanhoong — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 05:53:19 +0000

One of the most spectacular waterfalls in Iceland is the Gullfoss waterfall. The Gullfoss water which means Golden falls is a two-tiered waterfall that drops a total of 32 meters while spanning the entire width of the Hvítá River.

For Icelanders, the Gullfoss waterfall has an unique tale behind its popularity.

As per locals, there is a romantic story depicted Sigríður Tómasdottir, which is the daughter of the landowner who was about to sell his land, including the falls. Sigríður threatened to throw herself into the falls if the land was sold. As a result, the father pulled out of the deal and the falls was made a reserve and the rest was history. As a result, Gullfoss remains one of the most breathtaking waterfall views in Iceland.

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[Video] The Beauty of Eiffel Tower, Paris in HD

kuanhoong — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 03:24:08 +0000

View one of the most beautiful architectures in the world, Eiffel Tower, Paris, France.

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[Adv] Affordable and high-quality local products @ My Agro Hypermarket

kuanhoong — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 15:52:51 +0000

My Agro Hypermarket (MAH) was officially launched by YB Datuk Seri Noh Bin Haji Omar, Minister of Agriculture & Agro Based Industry on 8th January 2012.

The opening speech by YB Dato Jamal Yunus, Executive Director of Rukun Saksama Sdn Bhd

Opening Speech by YB Datuk Seri Noh Bin Haji Omar, Minister of Agriculture & Agro Based Industry

My Agro Hypermart serves as Malaysia’s first one-stop centre for fresh 100% locally produced agriculture products and the latest innovations in processed foods and goods.

Located in Malaysia Agro Exposition Park (MAEP) Serdang, there are many interesting local products to be explored by visitors.

There are over 2,045 high-quality goods from 250 local entrepreneurs across Malaysia ranging from locally-produced bathing soaps and spice powders; as well as local delicacies as honey sea cucumber, seaweed strawberry drinks and other delicious traditional cakes. Visitors my find that products sold at MAH can be as much as 30 percent compared to similar products sold on the open market.

Interesting products sold at MAH, Afiat Hot Oil

Seaweed Strawberry flavored drinks

Green Folium Tea

Delicious curry paste available for testing

My Agro Hypermart initiated by Rukun Saksama Sdn Bhd, serves a platform to showcase and assist local SMIs (Small Medium Industries) in order to display their goods that can be marketed to foreign countries i.e. China market.

The appearance of two popular cartoon characters, Upin and Ipin really bring delight to many, even adults

MAH not only provides an attractive exhibition venue for the goods, it actively engages in five important activities:
1. Assist SMIs in food processing from raw materials
2. Package products from SMIs to ensure marketability
3. Establish a collection centre for SMI products
4. Promote SMI products
5. Perform as a distribution centre for SMI products

So what are you waiting for? Head to My Agro Hypermart and explore some of the highest quality local agriculture products.

Address:
My Agro Hypermart (MAH),
Ground Floor Hall D,
Malaysia Agro Exposition Park (MAEP) Serdang,
43400 Serdang,
Selangor Darul Ehsan.
Opening Hours: 10.00 am – 10.00 pm (Monday – Sunday)
Tel: 03-8945 8040
Fax: 03-8945 8141
Website: http://myagrohypermart.com/

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[Adv] Grand Opening of My Agro Hypermarket @ Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang

kuanhoong — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 07:00:04 +0000

The grand opening of My Agro Hypermarket (MAH) will be at:

Date: 8th January 2012 (Sunday)
Time: 10.00am – 10.00pm
Venue: Malaysia Exposition Agro Park Serdang (MEAPS)

This grand opening of MAH will be officiated by YB Datuk Seri Noh Bin Haji Omar. All visitors will enjoy the followings:

1. 20% discount on all SME products.

2. Lucky Draw where prizes like iPhone 4s, 40” TV & iPad 2 to be won

3. The appearance of Upin & Ipin

4. Mini Contests

5. My Agro Karaoke Contest

For first time visitors, MAH is Malaysia’s first one-stop centre for fresh produce and the latest innovations in processed foods and goods made from 100% local crops. Besides that, visitors can also over 5,000 high-quality goods from across Malaysia. Everything from locally-produced bathing soaps and spice powders; as well as local delicacies as honey sea cucumber drinks and traditional cakes.

So what are you waiting for? See you at MAH this coming Sunday, 8th January 2012 at 10.00am.

For more info, checkout MAH’s Facebook fanpage.

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2011, The Year it was…

kuanhoong — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 06:07:59 +0000

Year end for most people is the best time for a quiet reflection on how the year has gone by. Like most people, 2011 was an eventful year and for me, it was filled with ups and downs.

Even though I am not the type of person that actually make up new year resolution at the beginning of every year, I did, however, make a list of 3 simple things to be completed by 2011. Sadly, so far only 1 has been accomplished. Looks like I got to move that 2 other tasks to 2012.

Nevertheless, hopefully by reflecting on several important events of 2011, maybe it is possible to connect the dots by looking backwards since it is impossible to connect the dots by looking forward, quote Steve Jobs.

Life and Death

The sudden passing of a good friend’s parent was truly shocking and sad. It reminded me that life is precious and my time in this world is limited. The chase for more material things will not bring true happiness. Instead, showing more compassion and caring towards people around me will lead more fulfillment in life. As per our wise Yoda teacher, “You must feel the force around you”.

Health

The only task that I am able to achieve for 2011 and darn proud of myself is the fact I started running and even signed up for not 1 but 4 marathons. Since young, I always admire marathon runners as they are physically fit and have the determine mindset to finish the run. For me, hopefully it is a beginning of a healthy lifestyle. Hey, age is catching up, no more young, so better don’t play-play with health.

Work

For 2011, I have the privilege to work with 4 great minds in terms of work and research. It is both rewarding and refreshing to observe and learn how great minds work.

Even though not something to shout about, the final output for 2011 was 8 International conference papers and 4 Journal papers. Looking forwards for 2012 for better results and output! *hint to 4 great minds*

Travel

2011 was a year filled with travel plans too. Visited Phoenix (USA), Bali (Indonesia), London, Paris and Iceland. Had the opportunities to captured some of the finest travel photos.

Notable travelled places – travelled to Apache Trail of Arizona, hiked Mount Batur of Bali, travelled to Eyjafjallajökull, the famous volcano of Iceland, Palace of Versailles, France and of course, the best of all, chance of a life time, witnessed with my own eyes, the wonderful natural beauty of Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights at Iceland.

As for 2012, I am really looking forwards for more great destinations and witness the natural beauty of our beloved planet earth. Yup, it is time to start planning. If you are interested, let’s go travel together!

2012

I am not really an optimistic person and not very often can I look back on a year and say, “Wow, that was an awesome year.” At the end of the day, I guess what really matters is to cherish all the happy and good moments and hope for the best. 2012 will be a better year.

Wishing everyone a very Happy New Year 2012! Have another great year ahead.

Remember,
“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance you must keep moving” – Albert Einstein

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[Foods] Planter Jim’s Thai and Malaysian Restaurant @ Bangsar

kuanhoong — Sat, 25 Jun 2011 07:46:10 +0000

Planter Jim’s Thai and Malaysian Restaurant in Bangsar was established in 1997. The recent promotion by Groupon Malaysia, we got ourselves a four-course Thai fusion meal for two people for the price of half (RM45). The actual value of the meal is RM78 value which will inclusive of 16% service charge and Government tax of RM12.48. That will be total value of RM90.48.

Cozy restaurant

Young coconut water (RM10) not inclusive in the Groupon deal

Vietnamese spring rolls with fresh rice paper (RM15 value)

Meal consists of:

Vietnamese spring rolls with fresh rice paper (RM15 value)
Larb Kai (RM19 value)
Prawn and pineapple curry (RM25 value)
Stir-fried bean sprout (RM13 value)
2 bowls of steamed Thai fragrant rice (RM6 value)

Stir-fried bean sprout (RM13 value)

Prawn and pineapple curry (RM25 value)

As it was our first Groupon dining experience, we found that overall the taste of the 4 dishes were quite alright. However, we do feel that the price is abit expensive for the types of dishes served. It would be nice if Tom Yam is included in the menu as well.

Address:
6-8, Jalan Telawi 2,
Bangsar Baru,
59100, Kuala Lumpur,
Wilayah Persekutuan
Tel: 03- 2282 4084
Fax: 03-2282 2692
Business Hours: Opens from 12pm – 12am (Except Monday)
Pork Free: Yes
Taste:
Value:
GPS: 3.13264, 101.67185

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HTC Malaysia Launch Party 2011

kuanhoong — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 02:52:24 +0000

HTC Malaysia Launch Party 2011 was held at Chinese Assembly Hall, Kuala Lumpur on 21st June 2011. The party was held in conjunction with the launch of three latest HTC smartphones in Malaysia – HTC Sensation, HTC Salsa and HTC ChaCha.

HTC model demonstrating touch screen capability

The HTC Malaysia Launch Party 2011

Please don’t hate me because I’m beautiful

Models having fun with HTC puzzle game

Lovely HTC model

Besides the launch of the three new phones, it is also a party to thank all the HTC partners, distributors, as well as HTC smartphone users. Attendees were treated as celebrities and loads of HTC freebies were given away at that day. As for the MCs for the night, the HTC Launch Party 2011 was hosted by two hottest MCs in town, Joey G and Patricia Knudsen.

HTC Flyer tablet on display

The two MCs for the night, Joey G and Patricia Knudsen

Speech by HTC Country Manager, Mr SK Wong

The launch of three new smartphones – HTC Sensation, Salsa and ChaCha

HTC Sensation is the latest dual-core smartphone from HTC. It is packed with the latest features like S-LCD touchscreen, 768MB RAM, 1GB internal storage, 8MP camera, 1080p full-HD recording and much more.

HTC ChaCha

HTC Salsa

HTC model with the latest HTC Sensation phone

HTC model with the HTC ChaCha phone

Table for HTC Facebook fanpage winners

While the HTC Salsa and HTC ChaCha are considered to be the Facebook social networking phones. They are the two latest phones with built in Facebook button. These two phones allow users to update their Facebook with the click of a single button.

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[Foods] Greedy Miao Steamed Fish @ Bandar Mahkota Cheras

kuanhoong — Sat, 18 Jun 2011 12:09:37 +0000

Greedy Miao Steamed Fish (i喂食貓蒸魚) is a newly opened steamed fish restaurant in Bandar Mahkota Cheras. Besides their signature steamed fish with soya sauce, you may find other delicious dishes too e.g. Special Spicy Sauce Curry Pork Ribs, Qi Zi Steamed Prawn, Home town Yong Tau Fu, and many more.

This is our first experience at Greedy Miao Steamed Fish, so having a steamed fish as main dish is a must. However, instead of ordering their signature steamed fish, we tried out the Hot & Spicy Steamed Tilapia Fish in Melaka Style. A price for regular size steamed fish is RM30.

Overall, the fish was nice. It would have been better if it is more spicy.

The Marmite Chicken Wings were abit too sweet for us.

Besides fish, we also had Marmite Chicken Wings. The price for a small size is RM10.

Bright and colorful pictures of their signature dishes are displayed on the wall

For our first experience, we felt the foods were not bad. We are looking forward to go back and try out other dishes too.

Greedy Miao Steamed Fish Grand Opening Brochure

Greedy Miao Steamed Fish Father’s Day promotion set

Address:
16G & 18G, Jalan Temenggung 17/9,
Seksyen 9, Bandar Mahkota Cheras,
43200, Cheras,
Selangor
Tel: 03-9076 2686/ 012-9911 633
Business Hours: Opens daily from 11am – 10.30pm
Pork Free: No
Taste:
Value:
GPS: 3.053037, 101.787664

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World’s Biggest Angry Birds Playground @ Plaza Low Yat [Photos]

kuanhoong — Sat, 11 Jun 2011 07:24:38 +0000

Nokia together with Angry Birds are going to break the Guinness World Records for the Most People Playing in a Mobile Phone Game Relay. The World’s Biggest Angry Birds Playground by Nokia is currently going on around Plaza Low Yat’s Boulevard Strip starting from 11 a.m – 9 p.m. June 11 2011. In order to set the Guinness World Records, it is required to have more than 1000 people played the Angry Birds game using Nokia mobile phone.

Besides playing the Angry Birds game, there are tons of other activities too. You can try out the human catapult, sling and win contest, Angry Birds face painting game, as well as get to try out Nokia phones.

Registration process to take part for the Guinness World Record

Sling and win contest

Live catapult ….way up..

Artist impression of Angry Birds

So if you have time now, head down to Plaza Low Yat to experience yourself some real Angry Birds fun. You don’t need to own a Nokia device to participate in the world record attempt as Nokia themselves will provide a device for you to catapult the birds around. This event is free of charge.

Yellow, Red and Green Angry Birds?

FREE Balloons for the kids

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How to update Samsung Galaxy Mini GT-S5570 Android via Kies

kuanhoong — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 14:19:06 +0000

Samsung Galaxy Mini GT-S5570 is one of the most affordable Android phones out there. One should not be deceived by its size as it is packed with many features.

Recently Samsung has announced that it will start rolling out the Android 2.3 Gingerbread update for its Galaxy branded Android Galaxy S, Gio, Mini and Fit handsets line as well as its 7-inch Galaxy tablet. Handset and tablet owners in some areas will be able to download the update over Samsung’s Kies service.

Steps to Update Firmware via Samsung Kies:

Connect your phone via USB to your computer.
Run the Samsung Kies application.
Once connected, you can see your phone icon at the left bar. You may click on your phone to see there is an upgrade for your phone firmware.
Click on the Firmware Upgrade button. (Make sure you have backup all your data before this upgrade)
Firmware will be upgraded accordingly.

Watch this video to learn more.

Samsung Kies software can be downloaded from this page.

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