Author: Kaer

Kaer is a tech geek and star wars fan. He loves playing with new gadgets, writing little code snippets in Python, JS, and dabbling with Android programming from time to time, while keeping a lookout for the next biggest happening in the world of tech!
A Cheap Activity Tracker – Vidonn X5 Smart Bracelet

A Cheap Activity Tracker – Vidonn X5 Smart Bracelet

Activity tracker bracelets piqued my interest recently. I always thought their typical pricing of $100-$150 was a little too high considering some don’t even have a display and rely completely on smartphone to view your stats. Fitbit Flex and Jawbone Up 24 are pretty much the market leaders but they are just too expensive for …

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Starhub to start charging for 4G Service

Starhub to start charging for 4G Service

Starhub users who are planning to re-contract, do take note that 4G service is no longer free. 4G connection in Singapore is branded as a Value Added Service (VAS) and would be offered at a “promotional” rate of $2.14 monthly. This started since June this year. This will also apply to Starhub’s OUT OF CONTRACT …

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HTC One M8 Dot View Case Just Became Smarter

HTC One M8 Dot View Case Just Became Smarter

HTC has introduced more functionalities to the HTC One M8 Dot View case. The new update allows for wallpaper customization and easier access to notifications. 18 wallpaper default themes and the option to select a photo from your gallery or camera, to create your own Dot View wallpaper to reflect your mood, personality and style. …

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Three Reasons why I ditch the Chromebook for a Windows Laptop

Three Reasons why I ditch the Chromebook for a Windows Laptop

I had been quite keen on the Chromebooks & Chromeboxes for the last few months, but when it came down to the decision point, I actually bought a Dell Windows-based laptop for an old laptop replacement. No, the advantages of the Chromebook didn’t change. I still believe that you can do everything on the internet. So …

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Xiaomi Piston 2.0 Earphones – Extremely Good Value

Xiaomi Piston 2.0 Earphones – Extremely Good Value

Xiaomi’s popular Piston V2 earphones are at least now available directly from Mi.com Singapore store after the initial period of frequent low stock. For a relatively low cost pair of in-ear earphones that in my humble opinion look and sound better than a number of other popular brand name IEMs that cost 2x-3x the price. …

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Straits Times: Fans Exploit Loophole to get their Kicks

Straits Times: Fans Exploit Loophole to get their Kicks

Singtel’s comment in Straits Times today is for me the joke of the day. By Skipping matches on Mio TV, fans are also missing out on bonus content, such as roving reporters in Singapore with live feeds. I’m a soccer fan and I don’t care for these extras :). I’m happy to stick to my …

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Is the Samsung Gear Live Better than the LG G Watch?

Is the Samsung Gear Live Better than the LG G Watch?

Did Samsung steal LG’s thunder at Google I/O 2014? Seems to be the case with the announcement of the Samsung Gear Live Android Wear Watch. The LG G Watch release was announced some time ago and there were no major surprises earlier today at Google I/O. The watch itself is quite a looker and with …

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