Thursday, July 17, 2008

Hellboy 2: The Golden Army


I just watched the movie (Hellboy 2: The Golden Army) in GSC Signature, The Gardens after the launch of Intel Centrino 2 Processor Technology today 5:30 to 7:30pm. Hellboy is a humanoid creature born in the flames of Hell and brought to Earth as an infant. Raised in secret, the adolescent “HB” becomes an agent for the secret Bureau for Paranormal Research and Development (BPRD), a covert government agency which serves as the planet’s line of defense against otherworldly evil. Selma Blair will also reprise the role of Liz Sherman, a pyrokinetic human who is HB’s colleague and love interest. “Hellboy 2″ will expand the world of Hellboy and surround him with characters both new and familiar as he confronts a deadly threat to mankind.

What is syiok about the movie... cuz it's FOC! Thanks to Intel. To those you enjoy special effect, no doubt it's very entertaining. As for me, i don't really enjoy this genre - sci-fiction+fantasy. For a big screen movie, I would rather go for action-adventure like James Bond's "007: Quantum of Solace" or Jet Li's "The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor", or Harrison Ford's "Indiana Jones".

Screenshots:

(Source & picture abstracted from www.thesupermovie.com & www.imdb.com)

New Intel-Based Laptops Advance All Faces of Notebook PCs


KUALA LUMPUR, July 16, 2008 – Intel Corporation unveiled its Intel® Centrino® 2 Processor Technology products for laptops today, powered by five new Intel® Core™2 Duo processors. Close to 250 innovative consumer and business notebook PC designs are on the way, including those equipped with the right combination of powerful processors, graphics and battery life to enjoy viewing stunning high definition videos and myriad other computer and Internet activities.


Wednesday, July 16, 2008

Hotlink 365 Stretches Prepaid Validity to 365 Days

Mr Tan Lay Han (right), Maxis Head of Consumer Marketing, launching Hotlink 365, the first prepaid service that stretches prepaid validity to 365 days.

Kuala Lumpur, 16 July 2008 - Hotlink, the country’s no. 1 prepaid service from Maxis Communications Berhad (“Maxis”), today redefined the Malaysian prepaid mobile market with the introduction of Hotlink 365. This new service is the first of its kind to be offered in Malaysia. It allows the customer to make and receive calls for the entire 365 days, thereby enabling full utilisation of prepaid credit balances within the period. Customers now can enjoy uninterrupted service over the 365 days. To subscribe to Hotlink 365, prepaid customers only need to pay RM33 for the one-year validity, and top up RM30 within the first six months of signing up.


At the launch of the Hotlink 365 today, Tan Lay Han, Maxis Head of Consumer Marketing, said, “Hotlink 365 is a new service that offers our customers a more innovative option for mobile connectivity. Current prepaid services in Malaysia offer validity periods of between 10 to 30 days, and customers are required to reload to be able to make outgoing calls. With Hotlink 365, customers have the flexibility to reload anytime to make calls within the 365 day period. The customer’s line can remain active for just about 9 sen/ day. We are certain that Hotlink 365 will benefit our customers by allowing them to keep their lines active for a longer period.”


Both existing and new customers can subscribe to this service. To subscribe, Hotlink customers need to ensure the account is active with a minimum balance of RM33. The customer then needs to dial *108*6#. RM33 will be deducted from the account. The customer will then receive an SMS confirmation within three days informing her that her prepaid validity has been extended by 365 days.


If the customer still has paid validity in her account, her new validity will include both the existing paid and the new 365 day validity. All benefits earned by existing customers will remain intact after the activation of this service.


Hotlink has consistently been offering innovative products to its customers. It recently extended its Activ5 programme to an Activ10 programme that offers customers cheaper mobile rates for calls to 10 friends and family members, and also introduced the Super Savers programme which offers cheaper calls via creative bundling packages. Both programmes can be activated easily by dialling *100#. Hotlink 365 is the latest in Hotlink’s value offerings to its customers. For more information, please visit www.hotlink.com.my.

Monday, July 14, 2008

Mariah Carey - 18 US number 1 singles (2008 Edition)

Size: 111.44MB

Tracklist:-
01 - Vision Of Love-1990
02 - Love Takes Time-1990
03 - Someday – 1991
04 - I Don't Wanna Cry – 1991
05 - Emotions – 1991
06 - I'll Be There – 1992
07 - Dreamlover -1993
08 - Hero -1994
09 - Fantasy – 1995
10 - One Sweet Day (With Boyz II Men) – 1995
11 - Always Be My Baby- 1996
12 - Honey -1997
13 - My All -1998
14 - Heartbreaker -1999
15 - Thank God I Found You -2000
16 - We Belong Together- 2005
17 - Don't Forget About Us – 2006
18 - Touch My Body – 2008

Sunday, July 13, 2008

Malaysian Students Won the Excellence Award at JVC Tokyo Video Festival


Beating more than 2,000 participants from all over the world at the JVC Tokyo Video Festival 2008; Multimedia Design major of The One Academy students, El Wong (centre), Reuben Teo (right), Wong Ee-Va, Yiing Shii Ti, and Stefanie Chee won the Excellence Award received included a 100,000 Japanese Yen and Award plaque, for their short-video ‘Fence’. To make things even better, the students were invited to Japan for 3D-2N to attend the award giving ceremony, fully paid by JVC for two!
Meanwhile, during the launch of JVC Camcorder GZ-MS 100 recently at Sheraton Subang, two of the winners, El Wong and Reuben Teo representing the group to receive a set of latest JVC Camcorder GZ-MS 100 worth RM1,499 from Mr Hirokazu Tamura, MD of JVC Sales & Services (M) Sdn Bhd (left).

“It was awesome! JVC actually gave us an invitation for 2 to Japan, but all of us shared the travelling expenses and went in a group. It was a fantastic experience as the Japanese culture is well-known for their expertise in creativity,” added Reuben, who is currently a tutor at The One Academy.

According to the 22-year-old, ‘Fence’ was the group’s 2nd year multimedia major assignment at The One Academy. A story about social segmentation between races, Fence describes the story about 2 kids breaking the racial barrier between them & crossing over the fence of racial differences.

“We’ve all totally forgotten about the competition. It took JVC about one year to finalise the winners, so we thought we didn’t win when there was no news from them. So, the award was a real surprise!” said Reuben during an interview with El Wong after the prize presentation.

Friday, July 11, 2008

JVC GZ-MS100 Uploads Movies Directly to YouTube™


What is so special about JVC GZ-MS100 Camcorder besides able to upload movies directly to YouTube™?


Here you go.... Please read A till E [especially point E].


A) The Feature
Compact Everio S memory camcorder makes sharing simple. This elegant, slim , lightweight Camcorder boasts a Konica Minolta Lens, 35x optical zoom, Laser Touch operation and sharing videos over the internet is now easier than ever with the new one-button uploading to YouTube™, the leading video sharing site. It looks strikingly similar to the popular stylish Everio G series hybrid cameras, but is smaller due to recording directly to a SD card. Everio S also has all the convenience Everio is famous for.


B) The Advantage
* Compact Slim Design
* One Touch Upload to YouTube™ on the internet
* Konica Minolta 35x optical Lens and 800x digital
* Records directly to a SD / SDHC memory card (card not included)
* 1 hour recording at the highest quality (Ultra-DVD Movie) with a 4GB SDHC memory card.
* 1/6-inch 680K pixel CCD
* Gigabrid Engine

C) Easy Operation & Convenience
* Laser Touch Operation
* Auto LCD Backlight Control
* Auto Illumi.Light
* 2.7” 16:9 Widescreen Clear LCD
* Quick Restart
* Data Battery
* Power-Linked operation with Quick Restart
* Built-in Lens Cover
* Multi-Language – English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Japanese and Korean.

D) Easy Archiving & Sharing
* One Touch YouTube™ Upload
* One-Touch DVD Creation (Direct DVD)


E) The Lucky Draw
* Why is JVC product so special? Cuz, i usually get a chance to win prize at JVC launch! Thanks Rudy Kim. Do that often. Hehehe....

"Thanks for your gift, Tamura San. But it would be great if I could win the grand prize of a RM1,499-Camcorder which you just launched a moment ago," says Harlym Yeo (in yellow) to Mr Hirokazu Tamura, MD of JVC Sales & Services (M) Sdn Bhd during the lucky draw prize presentation at Sheraton Subang today.

Thursday, July 10, 2008

SONY Launches BRAVIA Family in One Utama

"Sony... are you ready to launch BRAVIA V400 & S400 Series?"
"On the mark..."
"Get set..."


"Go!"

"Kababoommmm!"

Redefine realism and experience true-to-life picture quality of Sony’s Bravia Full HD LCD televisions as Sony Malaysia expands its industry-leading LCD television range with the new Bravia V400 and S400 series.

The new Bravia V400 and S400 series, including Full HD models from the 40-inch onwards, offer new and improved features such as Bravia Engine 2, Intelligent Picture and MPEG Noise Reduction to enhance the image quality from standard definition sources.


The Bravia V400 and S400 series feature Sony’s ‘Draw the Line’ concept — designs inspired by the horizon where beautiful images float above it.

The new V400 classic black exudes an impeccable sense of grandeur as it fits seamlessly into every living hall.

In addition, the V400 series 32-inch model comes in blazing red, pure white and elegant brown. The S400 series on the other hand arrives in several playful and vibrant colours for its 20-inch LCD television. The available colours include youthful green, charming pink, refreshing blue, cheerful orange and sleek silver.

“Sony continues to be a forerunner in the LCD television market by delivering more Full HD models that feature cutting-edge technologies such as Bravia Engine 2 and Intelligent Picture,” said managing director of Sony Malaysia Naoi Sudo (centre in above picture) during the launch of the new Bravia V400 and S400 series at One Utama shopping centre yesterday.


“Combined with Sony’s trademark stylish design and attention to details, such as sound quality and convenient connectivity, we seek to once again deliver the ultimate home entertainment experience through our new Bravia V400 and S400 series,” added Mr. Taku Taguchi (pix above - he is not singing karaoke with Celine Dion), General Manager, Product Marketing Division. He said the launch of the new Bravia V and S series offers even more options and wider range of Full HD models for customers to choose from as the company continues to cultivate the development of this market.

The Bravia Engine 2 is a fully digital picture-enhancement engine that leverages Sony’s advanced algorithms to portray vibrant, crisp images that remain true-to-life. Redefining seamless connectivity, the new Bravia V400 and S400 series are equipped with Bravia Sync technology and three DHMI input outlets for hassle-free connectivity with entertainment devices like the Sony Handycam, Blu-ray disc or digital video disc players and home theatre systems, regardless of people’s needs.

For that ultimate entertainment ambience, the Bravia V400 and S400 series also come with new S-Force Front Surround that expands the listening area to deliver amazing virtual surround sound with just the in-built television speakers. Together with 24P True Cinema technology that incorporates the 24-frame-per-second film-motion imaging standard, the Bravia V400 and S400 series recreate an authentic theatre experience right in the comfort of your home.

Sony unveiled the V400 and S400 series at a roadshow in One Utama Shopping Centre. Held at Highstreet on the ground floor until 13 July, the roadshow showcases the BRAVIA Full HD line-up and range of BRAVIA Home Theatre products. Sony also launched its sony Time Promotion Booster at the same time, offering more promotions and packages to commemorate Sony’s 20 years in Malaysia.

V400 Series Prices
46”: RM7,499
40”: RM5,499
32”: RM2,999

S400 Series Prices
40”: RM4,999
37”: RM4,299
32”: RM2,499
20”: RM1,799

For more information, kindly log on to www.sony.com.my.