Malaysia just raised the electricity tariff for the top 1% of households, while slashing industrial power tariffs!
Malaysia Hikes Electricity Tariff For Top 1% Of Households
On Friday, 23 June 2023, the Malaysia Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change (NRECC) Ministry announced a hike in the electricity tariff for the top 1% of households for the second half of 2023.
From July to December 2023, household using more than 1,500 kilowatt hours (kWh) of electricity per month, will no longer enjoy the 2 sen/kWh rebate. In addition, they will incur a surcharge of 10 sen/kWh, resulting in a total increase of 12 sen/kWh.
What this effectively means is that all those high-consumption households will see a minimum increase of RM 187 or 25%. Approximately 83,000 households would be affected if they continue to use more than 1,500 kWh per month.
For the ICPT adjustments within the period of July to December 2023, the users who will be affected are domestic users who use more than 1,500-kilowatt hours (kWh) of electricity and the majority of which live in Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Johor and Penang.
Of course, those high-consumption households can avoid the surcharge by reducing their power consumption.
The remaining 99% of domestic users will be unaffected by this hike in electricity tariff. The government has allocated RM2.7 billion to continue their electricity subsidy.
Malaysia Reduces Electricity Surcharge For MV / HV Users!
Meanwhile, the electricity tariff surcharge for non-domestic medium-voltage (MV) and high-voltage (HV) users will be reduced from 20 sen/kWh to 17 kW/h for the months of July to December 2023.
This is based on normalising fuel costs – the electricity tariff surcharge is adjusted every six months under the ICPT mechanism to reflect changes in power generation costs in the preceding six months.
The electricity surcharge for non-domestic customers using low-voltage (LV) power, such as small and medium-industries (SMEs) will remain unchanged at 3.7 sen/kWh.
Finally, the government agreed to greatly lower the electricity surcharge on water and sewerage operators, from 20 sen/kWh to just 3.7 sen/kWh.
Category
Usage
Rebate
Surcharge
Domestic
Up to 1,500 kWh
2 sen/kWh
(no change)
Domestic
Over 1,500 kWh
10 sen/kWh (+12 sen/kWh)
Commercial
Low Voltage
3.7 sen/kWh
(no change)
Commercial
Medium Voltage
High Voltage
17 sen/kWh (-3 sen/kWh)
Commercial
Water + Sewerage
Operators
3.7 sen/kWh (-16.3 sen/kWh)
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People keep sharing this photo as evidence that Americans / Israelis are stealing Palestinian homes, every time there is a conflict between Israel and the Palestinians.
It notably went viral in May 2021, after Michael Moore posted it on his Facebook wall, and keeps going viral every few months since then.
If someone took/stole your home right now, and moved you out because a theocracy ordered it — or what if this same theocracy bulldozed your home and tossed you out into a field and told you and your children to GTF outta here — what would YOUR response be?
What would you have the moral right to do about it? And to be perfectly clear, I don’t care if it was a Christian Fascist German soldier in 1941 forcibly removing you from your home, or an American bank in 2008 forcibly removing you and kicking you to the curb while taking your home — it’s gut-check time, folks (and yes, I mean you too, fellow pacifists):
What would you have the moral and human right and DUTY to do about it, to respond to it, to stop it? And would the rest of the world just stand by and let you suffer as it so often does?
When do we all just put a stop to this, to grind the gears of the machine to a complete halt and replace the plutocracy (we’re not a democracy), the theocracy (you’re not a democracy), and any racial, religious or corporate supremacy with TRUE democracy, FULL human rights, and love?
Truth : Brooklyn Couple Did NOT Steal Palestinian Couple’s Home!
This is a rather iconic photo – a Palestinian couple looking at what used to be their ancestral home, now occupied by an Israeli couple. We decided to investigate the photo, and here was what we found…
Fact #1 : The Photo Was Taken In Israel
This photo is genuine, and was taken in the village of Ijzim, about 30 minutes south of Haifa in Israel.
Just to be clear, Ijzim is not in the West Bank, or the Gaza Strip – territory under partial or full Palestinian control.
Fact #2 : The Photo Was Taken In 2020
Despite what people may say, this photo was not taken recently. It was taken and published in May 2020. The last time the elderly Palestinian couple was in Ijzim was 72 years ago.
Fact #3 : Ijzim Was Depopulated In 1948
Israel captured Ijzim during the 1948 War, and the majority of the villagers fled or were expelled during the Palestinian Nakba (Catastrophe). The Israelis quickly demolished the Arab houses to make way for permanent Jewish settlements.
Photo credit : Fred Csasznik – Front cover of The Birth of the Palestinian Refugee Problem by Benny Morris, Cambridge University Press 1989.
Fact #4 : Palestinians No Longer Own These Lands
While the Nakba can be argued as morally wrong, this is not an uncommon practice whenever a country annexes or conquers a region.
For example, the Soviet Union expelled Germans from East Prussia after World War 2, and gave the southern part to Poland, while Lithuania was given the northern part.
Today, East Prussia is part of Poland and Lithuania – both members of the European Union and NATO. Germans who were expelled between 1945 and 1949 can visit their ancestral homes, but they cannot claim ownership over those lands.
More directly – there is no evidence the elderly Palestinian couple have any paper to prove their prior ownership of the land on which their home used to be.
Fact #5 : The House Was Not Their Home
The house in the photo is not the same house that the elderly Palestinian couple used to live in. That house, which belonged to the Palestinian man’s father, was demolished during the Nakba, and a new home was built on the land.
So it is factually wrong to say that the elderly Palestinian couple was looking at “the house they once lived in“. The house they were looking at is completely different from the house they once lived in.
That does not mean that the Palestinian couple has no right to feel hurt over their loss. It was, after all, where they once lived. But whether they are entitled to that land that they abandoned more than 70 years ago is another question altogether.
Fact #6 : It Was Part Of An Al-Jazeera Project
For those who doubt the authenticity of the photo, I can confirm that it is genuine and was taken as part of an al-Jazeera project.
In May 2020, Najwan Simri of Al Jazeera took an elderly Palestinian couple to visit their original homes and to meet their current Israeli residents. Here is the Al Jazeera video clip, as well as an English translation.
Some towns and cities inside the Green Line will become the hope of those in the diaspora. But they will also become a station of refuge for others.
Here lives a family uprooted from a nearby village. We had an appointment with Hajjeh Im Samir to accompany her there. Her [ailing] husband insisted on coming with us because he said the air of Ijzim is the best cure.
Despite its beauty, the road there seems desolate as if it gets you to the place but doesn’t take you there. Eagerly, Im Samir organizes our tour for us and tells us the names of the [Palestinian] owners of the houses.
Our first stop is God’s house. Its stones have been preserved as they were. Alone, the colors of its locked doors change each time the dryness of the seasons intensifies.
Here, Abu Samir does not stay in the car because this stop [station] is the location for which he has most longed in order to banish the other stations of his life. “This was our house, my father’s house. After the ‘48 wars, the Jews occupied it.”
After a few minutes, the residents of the house come out to [the gate]. They ask us what we want. We say, this is the owner of the house; how do you feel living in a house built on the wreckage of his house? [The answer] Frankly, I don’t feel anything. I am very happy. Living here is very enjoyable.
How strange is the distance between the owner of the house and he who is occupying it. How strange is the irony between he who has to stand inside the gate and he who must stand outside the gate. How strong Abu Samir is! For other uprooted people have refused to accompany us [on our tour]. One of them told us that he cannot bear to glimpse through the window of his father’s house a foreigner living there.
And that [glimpse] could possibly be of a strange symbol, like [what is glimpsed through the window] of a stolen [Palestinian] school converted into a temple with an emblem [the flag of Israel] that is not as old as the memory of the stones of the school.
And so, an extreme picture! It is said that the passage of time helps in forgetting, but, in the Palestinian case, it seems that the equation of time is different and that the years are merely a number. Rather, the longer the banishment of the Palestinians is, the more they remember.
– This is Najwan Simri, reporting from the depopulated village of Ijzim for Al Jazeera.
Fact #7 : No Evidence The Couple Was From Brooklyn
The most authoritative source for this photo was Al Jazeera, and even they did not identify the Israeli couple, much less confirmed that they were from Brooklyn, New York City.
Despite my extensive searching, I could find no source to back up this claim. None of the earlier posts using this picture – in May to June 2020 – even mentioned that the Israeli couple were from Brooklyn.
Therefore, it is highly likely that their Brooklyn origin is completely bogus, and was added much later.
Many detractors have pointed out that this is of no importance. If that is true, then I ask – why lie about this? Why claim, without evidence, that the couple was from Brooklyn?
IMHO, it must have been important for the people who added this “Brooklyn” connection to tie this “occupation” of Palestinian land to the Americans. Hence, the necessity to claim that the Jewish couple was from the United States.
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Samsung just unveiled its 2023 TV lineup of Neo QLED 8K, OLED, sound devices and monitors at the Unbox & Discover virtual livestream!
Samsung Unveils 2023 QLED, OLED TVs + Monitors!
Samsung just unveiled its 2023 TV lineup of Neo QLED 8K, Samsung OLED, sound devices and monitors at the Unbox & Discover virtual livestream, which showcased its latest innovations in smart connectivity, sustainability initiatives, premium viewing, and gaming experiences.
According to Samsung, its 2023 lineup focused on enhancing the user experience by making complex technologies more intuitive and seamlessly integrated into people’s lives, while delivering impeccable picture and sound quality consumers expect from Samsung screens.
At Samsung, we understand that technology should empower and enhance people’s lives, not complicate them.
By choosing Samsung, consumers can expect to experience an unparalleled level of wow factors, all while participating in eco-conscious practices for a sustainable future.
– Jong-Hee (JH) Han, Vice Chairman, CEO and Head of DX (Device eXperience) Division at Samsung Electronics
In his opening remarks, JH Han underscored the company’s commitment to calm tech and innovation, providing consumers with the latest technologies that make life better. In particular, he introduced five core foundations of SmartThings, which aims to provide increased convenience when setting up their smart homes.
Instant Connection: SmartThings enables users to easily connect their devices in just one step, allowing them to enjoy the synergy created by Samsung devices more easily.
Automated Connection: SmartThings automatically connects devices, like TVs or smartphones, with other Samsung devices such as the air conditioner, dryer, refrigerator, and washer, eliminating the need for manual setup.
Hub Everywhere: The IoT hub is built into various Samsung products, including Samsung Smart TVs, making IoT setup a breeze.
Expansive Compatibility: SmartThings goes beyond just the Samsung ecosystem, enabling devices from any brand to work seamlessly together thanks to the Home Connectivity Alliance and the international IoT communication standard, MATTER.
Security: With CC EAL 6+ certification, the new Samsung Knox Vault hardware chip encrypts all information from connected devices, ensuring the highest level of security and offering peace of mind for users.
Samsung also helped form the Home Connectivity Alliance, and support MATTER – an international IoT communication standard, so that the diverse intelligent devices that our homes contain can work together, regardless of brand.
2023 Samsung QLED, OLED TVs + Monitors Unveiled!
At Unbox & Discover 2023, Samsung focused on showcasing its 8K QLED and OLED TVs.
Neo QLED 8K QN900C is its top-of-the-line model with technologies like Auto HDR Remastering and 8K AI upscaling
New 98-inch Neo QLED 8K model with enhanced audio through Dolby Atmos and Q-Symphony 3.0.
2023 Samsung OLED lineup features Neural Quantum Processor 4K’s perceptional color mapping, making them the “World’s First Pantone-Validated HDR OLED” televisions!
In addition to QLED and OLED TV models, Samsung also unveiled two new Odyssey monitors:
Odyssey Neo G9 – the world’s first dual UHD resolution monitor, and
Odyssey Ark – a 55-inch curved screen with a powerful sound system and multitasking capabilities.
The new 2023 Odyssey models will be available in 2H 2023 in 57-inch Odyssey Neo G9 and the 49-inch Odyssey OLED G9 options.
Samsung also upgraded its Gaming Hub to allow gamers to play their favourite games directly from the cloud without a console or PC.
In addition to its advanced features for viewing experiences, the 2023 Odyssey lineup also offers gamer-centric features such as Game Bar, which places gamer controls front and center, as well as Mini Map Zoom and Virtual Aim Point, which can make all the difference between winning and losing in competitive gameplay.
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Roborock just launched its S8 series of AI-powered robot vacuum cleaners! Here is what you need to know!
Roborock S8 Series Robot Vacuum Cleaners Launched!
On Thursday, 23 March 2023, Roborock launched its Roborock S8 series of AI-powered robot cleaners in Malaysia. The Roborock S8 vacuum cleaner series consists of three models:
Roborock S8 Pro Ultra
Roborock S8+ (S8 Plus)
Roborock S8
All three Roborock S8 models feature a new cleaning system with two rubber roller brushes, instead of just a single brush in previous models. The dual roller brushes improves its dust pickup, while more effectively tackling matter hair.
All three models also come with higher suction power – up to 6,000 Pa, for a superior cleaning performance. They also feature the Roborock Carpet Boost+ System, which boasts 30% better hair pick-up rate by identifying carpets using ultrasound so the vacuum lifts itself over them and increases suction power for better cleaning.
These robot vacuums also used 3D structured light and infra-red imaging technology to identify and avoid potential hazards on the floor, whether it’s bright or dark.
The top-of-the-line S8 Pro Ultra comes with the new RockDock Ultra system, which delivers automatic mop cleaning, dust emptying and refilling, and self-cleaning.
When the S8 Pro Ultra is in the mopping mode, its dual brush system automatically raises 6 mm to prevent cross-contamination when it returns to the docking station. In addition, it uses warm air drying to prevent mould and odours developing on the mop pad and dock.
The VibraRise 2.0 Mopping System is available on the S8 Pro Ultra and the S8+ models, vibrating at 3,000 times per minute to remove stains from floors. The S8 Pro Ultra comes with two vibration modes for the best possible cleaning in different situations.
Roborock S8 Series Robot Vacuum Cleaners : Price + Availability
These new Roborock vacuum cleaners is available for purchase, at these official launch prices:
Here in Malaysia, these Roborock robot vacuum cleaners are available at AiHome stores in IOI City Mall, One Utama, Mid Valley Megamall, Setapak Central Mall, Sunway Velocity, and iGadgets Pavilion Bukit Jalil.
Online, you can find these Roborock vacuum cleaners at these official stores:
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Samsung recently gave us a closer look at the massive professional LED display called The Wall All-In-One!
The Wall All-In-One From Samsung : A Quick Look!
The Wall All-In One is Samsung’s latest entry to its The Wall series, and was created as the ultimate display for professional purposes.
All models in The Wall line up feature the latest display technologies like:
Black Seal technology for purer black levels with enhanced depth and details;
Ultra Chroma technology, where narrower wavelengths produce RGB colors two times purer and more accurate than conventional LEDs;
20-bit processing to present extraordinary contrast ratio and smooth, natural tonal gradients; and
Micro AI Processor to enhance image contrast while removing noise instantly.
The Wall All-In-One From Samsung : Specifications
The Wall All-In-One comes in two sizes, with three models. I created this table to make it easier to compare the three models.
Specifications
146-inch (4K)
146-inch (4K)
110-inch (2K)
Screen Size
3,225.6 mm wide
1,814.4 mm tall
49.6 mm thick
2,423.1 mm wide
1,364.4 mm tall
49.5 mm thick
Screen Weight
160 kg
99 kg
Diode Type
Flip-chip RGB LED (150,000 hours lifetime)
Refresh Rate
50 / 60 / 100 / 120 Hz
Pixel Pitch
0.84 mm
1.68 mm
1.26 mm
Peak Brightness
1,600 nit
1,400 nit
1,600 nit
Max. Brightness
500 nit
Contrast Ratio
24,000:1
22,000:1
24,000:1
Viewing Angle
170° horizontal / 155° vertical
HDR10
Yes
No
Bit Depth
16-bit (20-bit internal processing)
Speaker
10 watt speakers x 2
IP Rating
IP20
Sensors
Temperature, Eco Sensor
Operating System
Tizen 6.5
Remote Control
Standard Samsung IR remote control
Input
1 x DP 1.2
3 x HDMI 2.0
2 x USB 2.0
1 x DP 1.2
3 x HDMI 1.4
2 x USB 2.0
Output
Stereo mini jack / eARC
Power Consumption
1700 watt (max.)
1100 watt (typ.)
1240 watt (max)
860 watt (typ.)
900 watt (max.)
650 watt (typ.)
The Wall All-In-One From Samsung : Price + Availability
The Wall All-In-One from Samsung is a very niche product, because it comes with a shocking price tag.
As this display is meant for professional use, it does not come with any 4K media packaged, or access to The Frame Art Store.
Model
Model Code
RRP
110-inch 2K
LH012IABMHS/XS
RM 496,543
~ US$ 112,036
~ £93,599
146-inch 2K
LH016IABMHS/XS
RM 707,132
~ US$ 159,551
~ £133,296
146-inch 4K
LH008IABMUS/XS
RM 1,229,419
~ US$ 277,396
~ £231,823
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Was David DePape, who attacked Paul Pelosi with a hammer, a male prostitute he hired the night before?!
Take a look at the viral claim, and find out what the facts really are!
Updated @ 2023-01-28 : Added the bodycam and CCTV surveillance videos on the night of the assault. Originally posted @ 2022-11-01
Claim : David DePape Was A Prostitute Paul Pelosi Hired!
The Santa Monica Observer went viral recently, after Elon Musk shared a story by its staff writer, Stan Greene, that claimed David DePape was actually a male prostitute that Paul Pelosi hired!
It’s a long, rambling article, so feel free to skip to the next section for the facts!
The Awful Truth: Paul Pelosi Was Drunk Again, And In a Dispute With a Male Prostitute Early Friday Morning.
As SF’s gay bars closed at 2 am, two gay men met in a bar and went home together. Happens every night in the City by the Bay. Except one of these two men, was married to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
I might disappear for telling you the truth. If I do, you’ll all know why. But here’s what really happened early Friday morning in San Francisco. IMHO–in my humble opinion.
According to SFPD “RP [Reporting Person] stated that there’s a male in the home and that he’s going to wait for his wife. RP stated that he doesn’t know who the male is but he advised that his name is David, and that he is a friend,” the dispatch official said. “RP sounded somewhat confused.”
It’s been a rumor for years in SF that Paul Pelosi is gay. David Depape is said to be a Castro Nudist. “The lunatic who allegedly assaulted Paul Pelosi is a Berkeley resident and a ‘Former Castro Nudist Protester’ and hemp ‘jewelry maker’ …sounds totally MAGA Republican to me. 🤣🤣” this from Twitter.
Ok, so here’s the theory, as related to me by a source: “Castro Nudists are a group of really radical gay male prostitutes that parade around naked with c–k rings. First of all, the Police did not come in response to an alarm. They come in response to a “wellness check”. So someone called them to check on Pelosi.”
“When he didn’t answer the phone, the cops broke the sliding glass door to get in. Pelosi was struggling with the suspect, who was in his underwear.
Pelosi owned the hammer. Not Depape. Or, the male prostitute was doing something Pelosi didn’t like.”
“And then there was the press conference when they didn’t know the mic was on. During that, a reporter confirmed that the suspect was a gay Castro Nudist, but (authorities) told him he couldn’t use it.”
“Now tell me something. These people are worth hundreds of millions of dollars. Nancy is third in line to the Presidency. You don’t think they have the most amazing security? And by the way, when Pelosi was in that drunk driving accident, he had a young man with him, and that too was covered up by the police and the press.”
“How would (suspect Depape) have been able to break a window that without triggering an alarm? He didn’t. The police broke the window to gain entry. There was only one hammer, and it belonged to Pelosi. And only ONE cop quoted the perpetrator saying, “Where’s Nancy?” None of the other sources said that happened. “
“And one of them could easily have broken that window. Remember, there was no alarm triggered. How would (suspect Depape) have gotten into that house without doing that? The cops smashed the glass to gain entry.”
Who called 911 to initiate a wellness check? Either Nancy or her staff, who hadn’t hear from Paul all evening and suddenly it’s 2 am. Or a neighbor, hearing a fight at the Pelosi residence.
Truth : David DePape Was NOT A Prostitute Paul Pelosi Hired!
This is yet another example of FAKE NEWS created to generate page views and money from gullible people.
Fact #1 : Santa Monica Observer Is Notorious For Fake News
Santa Monica Observer is a “content aggregator” (copy and paste) website that is known for creating fake news to generate more page views and money.
To look legitimate, they copy and paste news from legitimate news organisations. To drive traffic, they create fake news. Here’s a selection of fake claims they posted in the past:
Hillary Clinton died in 2016, and it was her body double who debated Donald Trump.
Trump appointed Kanye West to a high-level position in the Interior Department.
Bill Gates is responsible for the recent polio epidemic.
Fact #2 : David DePape Broke Into Paul Pelosi’s Home
Santa Monica Observerfalsely claimed that David DePape was a male prostitute who stayed overnight at Paul Pelosi’s home, but had a quarrel that resulted in the assault.
It’s a silly claim, because DePape admitted to police, in a sworn affidavit to the US District Court of Northern California, that he broke into the house through a rear glass door at around 2 AM on October 28, 2022.
DEPAPE stated that he broke into the house through a glass door, which was a difficult task that required the use of a hammer. DEPAPE stated that Pelosi was in bed and appeared surprised by DEPAPE. DEPAPE told Pelosi to wake up.
Santa Monica Observerfalsely claimed that Paul Pelosi owned the hammer that was used in the attack.
David DePape planned to take US Speaker Nancy Pelosi hostage, interrogate her, and possibly break her kneecaps. So he brought two hammers (one later found in his backpack), a roll of tape, white rope, one pair of rubber and cloth gloves, and a journal.
[L]aw enforcement searched DEPAPE’s backpack at the Pelosi residence, and they found, among other things, a roll of tape, white rope, one hammer, one pair of rubber and cloth gloves, and a journal.
Police would later find another two hammers, together with a sword, and another pair of rubber and cloth gloves at DePape’s own garage.
On January 28, 2023, CCTV surveillance video showed David DePape hitting the glass door at the back of the Pelosi house 16 times with a hammer, before smashing his way inside.
This video clip shows David DePape smashing his way into Nancy and Paul Pelosi's home.
Santa Monica Observerfalsely claimed that the police went to conduct a “wellness check” on Paul Pelosi after someone else called them.
The truth is – the San Francisco Dispatch received a 9-1-1 call from Paul Pelosi at 2:23 AM, after he managed to escape to the bathroom.
Pelosi told the dispatcher that there was a male whom he did not know in his home, and that the man who called himself David was going to wait for his wife – US Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
San Francisco Police Department officers responded to the Pelosi residence at 2:31 AM.
Fact #5 : Police Officers Did Not Break The Window / Door
Santa Monica Observerfalsely claimed that the police broke a window or sliding glass door to gain entry into the Pelosi residence.
The truth is – when the police officers arrived, they knocked on the door, and Paul Pelosi ran to the door to open it. That was when Pelosi and DePape got into a tussle over the hammer.
When the door opened, the officers saw both Pelosi and DePape grappling over the hammer, with DePape holding Pelosi’s forearm with his other hand.
When the officers asked them both to drop the hammer, DePape pulled it out of Pelosi’s hand and hit him on the head, knocking him unconscious.
On January 28, 2023, the police released the bodycam video of the officers who responded. You can see that Paul Pelosi opened the front door (which is a wooden door) for them, before he was assaulted by DePape with a hammer.
Fact #6 : David DePape Is Not Gay, Nor A Prostitute
Santa Monica Observerfalsely claimed that David DePape is a male prostitute. There is no evidence DePape is gay or a prostitute.
He is a hemp jewellery maker who once lived with a nudist activist, Oxane “Gypsy” Taub. She lived with him for many years, and was the mother of his children – two sons and a daughter.
DePape also had another child, with a different unnamed woman, according to his stepfather, Gene DePape.
Fact #7 : David DePape Espoused Right Wing Conspiracy Views
Santa Monica Observer and many US conservatives are trying to frame David DePape as a left wing Castro nudist liberal.
However, DePape’s blog and social media posts show that he is deep into right wing conspiracy theories like:
He posted that journalists who deny Donald Trump’s false claims of widespread voter fraud in the 2020 Presidential election “should be dragged straight out into the street and shot”.
He posted and referenced QAnon – the baseless conspiracy theory espoused by Trump supporters, that the US is run by a deep state cabal of child sex traffickers, pedophiles and baby-eating cannibals.
He also claimed that Jews helped finance Hitler’s political rise in Germany.
He was also a Trump supporter, calling for the disgraced former president to run for office again, and make Tulsi Gabbard his Vice President running mate.
Fact #8 : Paul Pelosi Was Alone During His Drunk Driving Accident
Santa Monica Observerfalsely claimed that there was a young man with Paul Pelosi when he hit a car while driving under the influence of alcohol.
The accident report showed that only the two drivers were involved in the accident. There were no passengers in both cars.
Everything that Santa Monica Observer publishes should be regarded as FAKE NEWS, until proven otherwise.
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Air Selangor just announced that water supply to 472 areas in Selangor and Putrajaya are almost fully restored!
Air Selangor : Water Supply Almost Fully Restored!
Since the emergency shutdown of the Sungai Semenyih Water Treatment Plant (WTP) and Bukit Tampoi Water Treatment Plant (WTP) occurred yesterday, Air Selangor has been conducting sampling tests, as it cannot restart operations at any of the two water treatment plants, until they record 0 TON three times in a row..
At 8 AM this morning, Air Selangor announced that the Threshold Odour Number (TON) has dropped to 0 for the Sungai Semenyih Water Treatment Plant (Sg Semenyih WTP), and 2 TON for the Bukit Tampoi WTP.
At around 10 AM on Christmas Day 2022, Air Selangor announced that it recorded the Threshold Odour Number (TON) level of 0 three times in a row at the Sungai Semenyih Water Treatment Plant (Sg Semenyih WTP).
At 2:30 PM, the Bukit Tampoi WTP also recorded 0 TON three times in a row, allowing that water treatment plant to restart operations,.
Air Selangor also announced that the Sungai Semenyih WTP has started pumping out clean water at 2 PM today, and will fully restore water supply by 6 AM on Tuesday, 27 December 2022.
The Bukit Tampoi WTP started producing clean water at 6 PM, and will fully restore water supply by 2 PM on Monday, 26 December 2022.
As of 10 PM on Monday, December 26, 2022, Air Selangor announced that it has restored water supply to 98% of affected areas.
Only a few areas in the Petaling district and one area in the Sepang district have not received water supply.
Petaling : Taman Bukit Serdang, Taman Mutiara Indah, Taman Saujana Puchong, USJ 11, USJ 12, USJ 15
At 7 AM on 24 December 2022, Air Selangor announced that it had to quickly shut down the Sungai Semenyih Water Treatment Plant (WTP) and Bukit Tampoi Water Treatment Plant (WTP), due to “odour pollution” at the Jenderma Hilir Raw Water Pump Station.
Subang Jaya assemblyman Michelle Ng later confirmed that the water cut was due “perfume essence” being dumped into the river.
The pollution this time took place in Negeri Sembilan. Perfume essence was dumped into the river. It is one of the most difficult smells to (get) rid of.
As at 10am, the ton (threshold odour number) recorded is as follows: 1 ton at Sungai Limau Manis, 1 ton 1.5km from Sungai Semenyih intake and 4 ton at Sungai Semenyih intake point.
The smell shows to be gradually reducing closer to intake; it is therefore a matter of time before 0 ton is recorded.
Until then, a total of 472 areas in Selangor and Putrajaya continue to have their water supply cut, with 172 areas in Petaling, 54 areas in Hulu Langat, 196 areas in Sepang, 23 areas in Putrajaya, and 27 areas in Kuala Langat.
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Air Selangor just announced an emergency water cut in 472 areas in Selangor and Putrajaya on Christmas Eve 2022!
Alert : Water Cut In 472 Selangor + Putrajaya Areas!
At 7 AM on 24 December 2022, Air Selangor announced that it had to quickly shut down the Sungai Semenyih Water Treatment Plant (WTP) and Bukit Tampoi Water Treatment Plant (WTP), due to “odour pollution” at the Jenderma Hilir Raw Water Pump Station.
Subang Jaya assemblyman Michelle Ng later confirmed that the water cut was due “perfume essence” being dumped into the river.
The pollution this time took place in Negeri Sembilan. Perfume essence was dumped into the river. It is one of the most difficult smells to (get) rid of.
As at 10am, the ton (threshold odour number) recorded is as follows: 1 ton at Sungai Limau Manis, 1 ton 1.5km from Sungai Semenyih intake and 4 ton at Sungai Semenyih intake point.
The smell shows to be gradually reducing closer to intake; it is therefore a matter of time before 0 ton is recorded.
Until then, a total of 472 areas in Selangor and Putrajaya continue to have their water supply cut, with 172 areas in Petaling, 54 areas in Hulu Langat, 196 areas in Sepang, 23 areas in Putrajaya, and 27 areas in Kuala Langat.
472 Selangor + Putrajaya Areas Affected By Water Cut
Here is the official list of the 472 areas in Selangor and Putrajaya affected by the 2022 Christmas Eve water cut!
Petaling District
Bandar Baru Sri Petaling
Bandar Bukit Puchong
Bandar Pinggiran Putra
Bandar Puchong Jaya – Jalan Tempua
Bandar Puchong Utama
Bandar Puteri Puchong – Bandar Puteri 1-12
Bandar Putra Permai
Bukit alil
Desa Millennia
Desaminium
Hospital Serdang
Hospital UPM
Hotel Palace/Selangor Turf Club
Kampung Baru Sri Puchong
Kampung Batu 14 Puchong
Kampung Bersatu Puchong
Kampung Kenangan Puchong
Kampung Orang Asli Rasau
Kampung Sri Aman
Kampung Sri Aman Mas 1 Dan 2
Kampung Sri Andalas
Kampung Sri Langkas
Kampung Tengah Puchong
Kawasan Perindustrian Seri Kembangan
Kota Perdana
KTM Serdang
Laman Grand View
Lestari Perdana – LP1-8
Lestari Perdana – Apartment Sri Indah
Lestari Putra – Lep 1, 3-7
Mardi UPM
Mutiara Bukit Jalil
Nahrim
Pasar Borong Selangor
Perindustrian Bukit Serdang
Puchong Gateway
Pusat Bandar Puchong – Jalan Bandar 3-20
Pusat Bandar Puchong – Jalan Merbah
Pusat Bandar Puchong – Jalan Bandar 1-2
Pusat Perdagangan Seri Kembangan
Serdang Jaya
Serdang Lama
Seri Kembangan – SK 1-4, SK 6-13
Sungai Penaga Industrial Park
Taman Bukit Serdang – Apartment Bayu
Taman Bukit Serdang – Apartment Megaria
Taman Bukit Serdang – BS 1-4
Taman Bukit Serdang – BS 5/3-5/30
Taman Bukit Serdang – BS 6-11
Taman Bukit Serdang – BS 9/1-9/4
Taman Bukit Serdang – BS 13, 14
Taman Bukit Serdang – Jalan Bersatu
Taman Bukit Serdang – Jalan Cemara
Taman Bukit Serdang – Serdang Heights
Taman Dato Demang
Taman Denai Puchong
Taman Equine
Taman Gembira
Taman Indah Subang UP
Taman linma
Taman Kembangsari
Taman Muhibbah
Taman Mutiara Indah
Taman Mutiara Puchong
Taman Perindustrian Puchong – Jalan TPP 1, 5, 6
Taman Perindustrian Pusat Bandar Puchong
Taman Perindustrian Putra Permai
Taman Perindustrian Subang
Taman Perindustrian UEP – Jalan TP 1-7
Taman Pinggiran US) 13
Taman Puchong Hartamas
Taman Puchong Impian
Taman Puchong Intan
Taman Puchong Prima
Taman Puchong Tekali
Taman Puchong Utama
Taman Puncak Jalil – PUJ 1-9
Taman Putra Permai
Taman Saujana Puchong
Taman Serdang Jaya
Taman Serdang Perdana
Taman Serdang Raya – SR 1-8
Taman Sri Petaling
Taman Sri Puchong
Taman Sri Serdang
Taman Teknologi Malaysia – ASTRO
Taman Universiti Indah – Jalan Indah
Taman Universiti Indah – Apartment
Taman Universiti Indah
Taman Wawasan
Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
UPM Infoport
UPM Veterinar
USJ1 – 27
Hulu Langat District
Bandar Bukit Mahkota
Bandar Puteri Bangi
Bandar Rinching (2,3,4)
Bandar Seri Putra
Bangi Avenue
Bangi Estate
Blue Water Estate
Desa Mahkota Bangi
Eco Majestic
Institut Genom Malaysia
Jalan Dagang Sungai Besi
Kampung Aman Bangi
Kampung Bahagia
Kampung Bangi
Kampung Batu 2, 3 & 5 Jalan Bangi
Kampung Bukit Kepong
Kampung Jalan Enam Kaki Beranang
Kampung Kuala Pajam
Kampung Machang Hilir Beranang
Kampung Rinching Hilir
Kampung Sesapan Kelubi
Kampung Sesapan Minangkabau
Kampung Sesapan Rembau
Kampung Sungai Jai
Kampung Sungai Kembung Hilir
Kampung Sungai Kembung Hulu
Kampung Sungai Sematar
Kampung Teras )ernang
Kolej Professional Mara Beranang
Kolej Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Selangor (KUIS)
Mara Japan Industrial Institude
Mines Resort & Heritage The Mines
Pekan Bangi Lama
Pekan Beranang
Perindustrian Beranang
Perumahan PKNS Beranang
Pusat Nuklear Negara
Rumah Murah PKNS Bangi
Seksyen 14 Bandar Baru Bangi
Seksyen 15 Bandar Baru Bangi
Setia Ecohill
Taman Angsana
Taman Bangi Indah
Taman Bangi Permai
Taman Bangi Villa
Taman Dalma
Taman Desa Serdang
Taman Gita Bayu
Taman Impian Putra
Taman Manikavasagam
Taman Perindustrian Mahkota Beranang
Taman Serene Height
Taman Sri Bangi Bangi Lama
Taman Tiara South
Sepang District
IPI Ayamas
lUKL Block
IWK Kota Warisan
Jalan Air Hitam Sungai Merab
Jalan Bukit Tinggi Sungai Merab
Jalan Haji Abdullah
Jalan Kemboja Kampung Dato Abu Bakar Baginda
alan Teratai, Cempaka Biru, Anggerik
Jalan Tok Morah
Kafe Beriani Gam
Kampung Dato Abu Bakar Baginda
Kampung Jenderam Hilir
Kampung lenderam Hulu
Kampung Licincing
Kampung Limau Manis
Kampung Orang Asli Bakok
Kampung Orang Asli Jambu
Kampung Orang Asli Kelinsing
Kampung Orang Asli Melut
Kampung Pulau Meranti
Kampung Sungai Buah
Kampung Sungai Merab
Kawasan Industri Meranti Jaya 1
Kawasan Industri Meranti Java 2
Kawasan Industri Presint 14
Kedai Makan Seksyen 12
Kediaman Nilai Kaseh Bandar Baru Salak Tinggi
Kilang WRP Asia Pacific
King Henry Vill College
Kondominium Pelangi Sungai Merab
Kosmopleks Bandar Baru Salak Tinggi
Lim Kok Wing University
LKIM Pulau Meranti
MAEPS
Mahkamah Sepang
Mahkamah Syariah
Majlis Perbandaran Sepang
Maktab Perguruan Islam (MPI)
Masjid Cyberjaya
Masjid Sultan Hishamuddin Salak Tinggi
Medan 120
Medan Lot 10 Abu Bakar Baginda
Muhaimi Auto Service
Mutiara Ville Cyberjaya
Nusa Putra
Pam Minyak Petron
Pangsapuri Murni
Pangsapuri Suasana Idaman
Pejabat Agama Islam Daerah Sepang
Pejabat Daerah Tanah Sepang
Pejabat]KR Sepang
Pejabat Veterina Serdang
Perantau Hill
Perdana Lake View
Perindustrian Meranti Permai
Perindustrian Puchong 1-Hub
Petronas Sungai Merab
PLUS Section C5 Sg Merab
Pusat Kejuruteraan Bomba Salak Tinggi
Pusat Latihan Dan Institusi Bangi
Pusat Latihan Orang Kurang Upaya (PLPP)
Pusat Perdagangan KLIA Avenue
Pusat Perniagaan Gemilang Kota Warisan
Pusat Pertanian Labu Lanjut
RKT Sungai Merab
Rumah Orang Kaya Sepang
Science Park 2 (Pinggiran Cyber, Vega, Qcell)
Sekolah Menengah Teknik Sepang
Sekolah Agama Abu Bakar Baginda
Sekolah Agama Kiblah Bukit Unggul
Sekolah Agama Menengah Sungai Merab
Taman Desa Mutiara
Taman Desa Restu
Taman Desa Salak Pekerti
Taman Desa Saujana
Taman Desa Sentosa
Taman Desa Utama
Taman Desa Vista
Taman Desiran Bayu
Taman Indah KLIA
Taman Indah Putera
Taman Indah Puteri
Taman Intan Baiduri
Taman Ixora
Taman Kenanga
Taman Kipark Puchong
Taman Kota Warisan
Taman La Cottage
Taman Lestari Permai
Taman Mas Sepang
Taman Mawar
Taman Merab Persona
Taman Meranti Jaya
Taman Mulia Sungai Merab
Taman Mutiara Merab (Jalan Imam Othman)
Taman Pesona Mekar
Taman Prima Tropika
Taman Puncak Pinggiran Putra
Taman Putra Height
Taman Putra Impiana
Taman Putra Perdana
Taman Putra Prima
Taman Salak Kasih
Taman Salak Perdana
Taman Saujana KLIA
Taman Selasih
Taman Seroja
Taman Suria Tropika
Taman Suria Warisan
Taman Tasik Puchong
Taman Villa Merab
Temple Mariamman West Country
Temple Sri Renganathar
The Street Mall
Tiara Heights
Tol Putrajaya
Unipark Condominium
UNITEN College
Xiamen University Malaysia Campus
Sekolah Kampung Orang Asli Bukit Tampoi
Kampung Orang Asli Belakang Loji Tampoi
Putrajaya
Dataran Putra
Presint 1
Presint 2
Presint 3
Presint 4
Presint 5
Presint 6
Presint 7
Presint 8
Presint 9
Presint 10 (A, B, C, D)
Presint 11
Presint 12
Presint 13
Presint 14
Presint 15
Presint 16
Presint 17
Presint 18
Presint 19
Presint 20
Taman Botani
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In my review of the EBL lithium-ion AA batteries and 8-bay charger, I will share with you why this is the future of AA batteries!
EBL 8-Bay Lithium-Ion Charger + AA Batteries Review!
The future of AA batteries is here, and it comes in the form of EBL lithium-ion AA batteries, and the 8-bay Li-Ion battery charger!
Most of us have long relied on rechargeable AA batteries using NiCad (Nickel-Cadmium) and NiMH (Nickel-Metal Hydride) technologies which were developed in the 1980s.
They are set to be replaced by AA batteries built on lithium-ion technology – the same kind of battery used in your smartphone and laptops.
So I was most excited when EBL said that they would send me their latest lithium-ion AA batteries and 8-bay Li-Ion battery charger to try out.
EBL 8-Bay Lithium-Ion Charger + AA Batteries : What’s In The Box?
EBL sent me their most popular AA battery bundle, which consists of an 8-bay Li-Ion battery charger, and eight of their lithium-ion AA batteries. They also offer them for sale as separate items.
The package arrived in a simple black plastic bag – there is no special bundle packaging. EBL would do well to add bubble wrapping to prevent damage to the box, and pilfering from the package.
There are the items that you will receive if you purchase the EBL 8-bay Li-Ion battery charger and 8-battery bundle :
1 x EBL 8-bay Lithium-Ion Battery Charger
1 set of EBL Lithium-Ion Battery Charger + Lithium Ion Battery manuals
1 x USB Type A to micro-USB Type B power cable
8 x EBL Lithium-Ion AA batteries
2 x AA battery storage cases
EBL 8-Bay Lithium-Ion Charger Review!
The EBL 8-Bay lithium-ion charger has a pretty simple design. It has 8 battery bays, supporting up to eight AA or AAA lithium-ion batteries, or a mix of them.
However, please note that this charger only supports lithium-ion rechargeable batteries. Please do not use it to recharge your NiCd / NiMH rechargeable batteries!
Every bay has a separate circuit, allowing for optimal charging according to each battery’s condition. It is also smart enough to prevent over-charging, over-voltage, over-current and overheating while charging.
That said, EBL recommends that you take out the batteries once they are fully-charged, and do not leave them in the charger. Trickle-charging lithium-ion batteries is not good for their lifespan.
I would also recommend that you disconnect the charger after use, because it will use up to 0.3 watts of power even when it’s not charging any battery. That “vampire power loss” may seem little, but it is still a waste of power.
Power input comes through the very common Type A to micro-USB cable. In 2022, I would have very much preferred a bidirectional USB Type C connector. But this is a minor inconvenience – you won’t generally remove the cable unless you are travelling.
The 8-bay charger has a 10 watt power input, delivering up to 1.25 watts per bay when fully-loaded with eight batteries, and up to 1.5 watt per bay with fewer batteries.
However, EBL does not provide a 10 watt USB power adaptor to actually power this 8-bay lithium-ion battery charger. So you will need to purchase a separate USB power adaptor, or use the one that came with your smartphone.
Just make sure the USB power adaptor can deliver 10 watts or more. Otherwise, charging will be much slower.
Specifications
EBL 8-Bay Lithium-Ion Charger
Model
EBL M7012
Type
USB Charger
Battery Size
AA / AAA
Battery Type
Only 1.5V Lithium-Ion
Input Voltage
DC 5V @ 2A
Input Power
10 W
No-Load Input Power
0.3 W max.
Output Voltage
DC 1.5 V @ 1 A
Output Current
AA : 1000 mA max.
AAA : 500 mA max.
Dimensions
126.4 mm wide
75.4 mm high
25.2 mm thick
Weight
94.9 grams
EBL 8-Bay Lithium-Ion AA Batteries Review!
The EBL lithium-ion AA batteries work like any other rechargeable AA batteries. Just plug them into any device that requires AA batteries, and they just work.
These lithium-ion batteries have a capacity of 3,000 mWh, which is equivalent to 2,000 mAh. So they are equivalent in capacity to many NiMH batteries, but about 18% lower than top-shelf Eneloop Pro batteries.
EBL claims that they have a low self-discharge like Eneloop batteries, and will retain up to 80% of its capacity 3 years after it’s fully-charged. But they do not come pre-charged, because so you will need to charge them for 6-8 hours before using them.
The biggest advantage of the EBL lithium-ion AA battery though is its ability to deliver 1.5 volts of constant current. This beats NiCad and NiMH batteries which are limited to just 1.2-1.4 volts.
Even though these batteries have similar capacities to NiCad/NiMH batteries, their higher voltage means they deliver 7% to 25% more power.
That extra power is useful when it comes to certain devices, like Nerf guns or electric toothbrushes for example. You will get higher performance with these 1.5 volt lithium-ion batteries than you would with NiCad / NiMH batteries.
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Are Japan, South Korea and China going to ban microwave ovens because they emit unhealthy radiation?!
Take a look at the viral claim, and find out what the facts really are!
Claim : Japan, Korea + China Are Going To Ban Microwave Ovens!
People are sharing this message on WhatsApp, which claims that Japan, South Korea and China are going to ban microwave ovens because they emit “unhealthy vibrations and radiation”!
End of Microwave industry!!!!! Japan govt has decided to high dispose of all the Microwave Ovens in the country before this year end.
Reason for this ban: University of Hiroshima’s scientists researched and found that “radio waves” from microwave ovens cause greater harm to health over the last 20 yrs, than the US atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in Sep 1945.
Experts found that food heated in microwave ovens has very unhealthy vibrations and radiation.
All the factories of “microwave ovens” in Japan are being closed.
S Korea announced plans to close all “microwave ovens” factories by 2021, and China by 2023.
Truth : Japan, Korea + China Are Not Going To Ban Microwave Ovens!
This is yet another example of FAKE NEWS circulating on WhatsApp, and here are the reasons why…
Fact #1 : This Hoax Started As Satire
This fake story started as a “satirical article” by the Russian “satire” website IA Panorama, with the title “Япония окончательно откажется от СВЧ-печей к 2020 году“, which translates as “Japan will finally abandon microwave ovens by 2020”
Like other “satire” websites, IA Panorama creates outlandish stories that are designed to go viral. To avoid the “fake news” label, they put a disclaimer at the bottom of their article :
All texts on this website are grotesque parodies of reality, and are not real news.
Fact #2 : It Gets Recycled Every Year
This fake story gets recycled and shared on Twitter, Facebook, WhatsApp, etc. every year, with the date and some minor details changed.
The original Russian story only said that Japan was going to ban microwave ovens. In the 2022 edition, that was expanded to include South Korea and China.
Fact #3 : Microwave Ovens Are Not Getting Banned
To be clear – microwave ovens are not getting banned. Not in Japan, not in South Korea, not in China, or anywhere else in the world.
In fact, China and Japan are the second and third biggest markets for microwave ovens in 2022!
Fact #4 : Microwave Ovens Do Not Make Food Radioactive
Microwave ovens work by generating electromagnetic radiation in the microwave frequency range, that excites polar molecules in the food.
This dielectric heating produces thermal energy in a quick and efficient manner, albeit limited to the outer 25-33 mm of the food item.
It does not turn the food radioactive, because the microwave energy is converted into heat as it is absorbed by the food.
Fact #5 : Microwave Radiation Does Not Cause Cancer
The radiation produced by microwave ovens is non-ionising, like radio waves and visible light. The only non-ionising radiation that causes cancer is UV light.
It is unlike ionising radiation like x-rays, alpha and beta particles, and gamma rays, which are high-energy radiation that can change atoms by knocking off their electrons, thereby “ionising” them.
Even if you are exposed to microwave radiation, you won’t develop cancer. However, the microwave radiation will convert into heat when absorbed by your skin.
Fact #6 : Microwave Ovens Are Shielded
The microwave oven is designed to be a partial Faraday cage on five of its six sides, with a Faraday shield (the wire mesh) on its transparent window.
This keeps the microwave energy it produces within the oven, and protects the user from getting “cooked” as well.
If you have seen a Faraday cage demonstration at science shows (like this example below), it’s literally the same thing, just in reverse.
Fact #7 : Microwaved Food Is Safe
Food cooked or heated by microwave ovens are safe to eat. In fact, using the microwave to cook is a healthier alternative to frying or barbecuing foods.
That said, you need to use “microwave safe” wares. If you use plastic containers that are not microwave safe, they could not only melt, they can leach dangerous chemicals into the food.
So the danger lies not in the “nuking” of your food, but in the container you use to “nuke” your food.
Fact #8 : Microwave Ovens Are Efficient
Microwave ovens are very efficient at cooking foods, saving both electricity and time. The fast cooking time also has the advantage of preserving the food’s nutrients.
Microwaving foods do require some preparation though, as the microwaves can only penetrate the outer 25-33 mm of the food item, and will be reflected by aluminium foil, metal utensils or containers, etc.
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Unfortunately, this Nespresso contest is yet another SCAM that you should NEVER participate in!
After you click on the link, you are taken to a page that looks like a genuine Nespresso contest page.
You will be asked to answer three very simple questions.
The answers are irrelevant – no matter what you answer, you are always allowed to proceed to the next step.
You are then asked to share the promotion with 30 WhatsApp contacts, or 5 WhatsApp groups.
Next, you will be asked to complete one of these tasks to receive the “free” Nespresso coffee machine :
a) install an app, which is really a malware to send you advertisements, or
b) enter your credit card details
Needless to say – proceeding with this step will open you up to great risk of monetary loss. DO NOT PROCEED!
If you install their malware, you will start receiving promotions, some of which will ask you to send an SMS to receive expensive free gifts like laptops and smartphones.
If you proceed to send the confirmation SMS messages, you will be subscribed and billed for international premium SMS services.
So never click on such contest links, even if they were sent to you by a trusted relative or friend.
They would have certainly been fooled by the scam, so please warn them too!
How To Spot Scams Like The Nespresso Survey Contest!
Now, let me show you how to spot these scams next time!
If you spot any of these warning signs, DO NOT PROCEED and DO NOT SHARE!
Warning Sign #1 : Bad Grammar
Most of these scammers do not have a good command of the English language, so if you spot bad grammar, stay away.
Proper contests or events sponsored by major brands like Nespresso will have at least one PR or marketing person who will vet the text before allowing it to be posted.
Warning Sign #2 : Offering You Free Money Or Gifts
Please do NOT be naive. No one is going to give you money or free gifts just to participate in a survey!
Petronas isn’t going to give you FREE money, just because it’s their anniversary.
They are a corporation whose business is to make money, not a charity to give you free money.
Warning Sign #3 : Not Using The Real Jaya Grocer Domain
A genuine Petronas campaign would use their real domain – www.petronas.com.
Or they would run it off the official Petronas page on Facebook – www.facebook.com/petronas/.
If you see nonsensical domains like 0yjjg61.cn, 1eaf1rnbeef.top, ldxqw.bar, etc. that’s a sign of a SCAM!
Warning Sign #4 : Asking You To Forward The Offer
No brand will insist that you must share the offer with 5 groups or 20 friends on WhatsApp.
Do not click to forward their offer to your family and friends. They will not appreciate being scammed with your help!
Warning Sign #5 : Asking You To Download + Register An App
If you click through and joined the fake survey scam, you will eventually be asked to download and register for an app.
This is VERY DANGEROUS. Never agree to download and register for any unknown app from a website.
Always download your apps from an official App Store like Google Play Store (for Android smartphones) and Apple App Store (for iPhones).
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Are homeless people in the US setting up tents and robbing passengers on subway trains?!
Take a look at the viral video, and find out what the facts really are!
Claim : US Homeless Are Setting Up Tent + Robbing People In Subway!
People are sharing a video of homeless people in the US setting up their tent in the middle of a subway train, and then a homeless man rob another subway passenger of his food.
It is being actively shared in pro-China groups, and by pro-China social media accounts, together with messages like these :
US homeless has moved into the subway. The US homeless has moved into the subway car, and is also robbing other passengers for food in the subway car. The US government should spend more time dealing with domestic problems, instead of going abroad to set fires everywhere. Really US have degenerated to such sad state very depressing 👇👇
PRC.Forces0 : #Homeless couple camp in #NYC subway, snatching food from other passengers.
Such shameful story in US.
Truth : US Homeless Are NOT Setting Up Tent + Robbing People In Subway!
This is yet another example of FAKE NEWS created and/or propagated by the Chinese 50 Cent Army (wumao, 五毛), and here are the reasons why…
Fact #1 : It Was A Staged Prank Video
The video was a staged comedy prank by American comedians Esteban Hashtag Tino Romero, and Smiley Hundo.
The video was originally posted by Tino Romero on his @Pundamoniums Instagram account on 12 January 2022.
Smiley Hundo also posted it on YouTube as a short video on 2 March 2022, calling it Homeless Couple Takes Man Food On NYC Train.
Fact #2 : Tino Romero Is Famous For Prank Videos
Tino Romero is famous for participating in pranks and stunts in New York City.
In July 2021, one of his videos went viral, showing him taking a dump into a NYC sanitation worker’s mop bucket!
Of course, that video was also staged – the MTA worker was Morris Cornbread, another New York City-based comedian.
That same video was also used by the Chinese 50 Cent Army as “evidence” of how far American society has fallen. It was a kind of payback for videos of Chinese citizens pooping in public that went viral years earlier.
Fact #3 : New York City Subway Is Patrolled By NYPD
The video appears to spread quickly amongst people who have never been to the United States, and are therefore unaware that the New York City subway is patrolled by the New York City Police Department (NYPD).
NYPD officers patrol the stations, and ride the trains to help prevent crime. They also make sure homeless people do not stay in the subway stations, or sleep on the train.
Therefore, it is impossible for homeless people to actually set up a tent in the middle of a subway train. NYPD officers on patrol would certainly evict them from the train.
Fact #4 : Homelessness Is A Problem Globally
While the video was staged, it is true that homelessness is a problem in the United States, and in particular, New York City which boasts some of the most expensive real estate and rental rates in the world.
But this is not an exclusively American problem. Homelessness is a global problem, affecting many countries around the world – rich and poor alike.
Instead of mocking the homeless, perhaps we should be grateful that we have a home to live in. Many people around the world don’t.
Why Create Fake Stories About Homeless People In US?!
With China’s aggressive foreign stance in recent years, it is not uncommon to see such fake stories being created and shared by the Chinese 50 Cent Army, and pro-China netizens.
These fake stories are being created to drown out the negative coverage of China’s controversial Belt and Road Initiative, and its aggressive moves in the South China Sea.
The Wumao have also been actively creating fake stories to support Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Whatever the reasons may be, it is our duty as global citizens to stop the proliferation of such fake stories.
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The government just updated the official SOP for 2022 Chinese New Year celebrations in Malaysia!
Here is what you need to know!
2022 Chinese New Year SOP For Malaysia!
On 19 January 2022, the Ministry of National Unity released the official SOP for 2022 Chinese New Year celebrations in Malaysia!
They also issued two other SOP documents + two infographics with additional SOP, so I compiled all their rules here for your convenience. I will keep updating this article, as and when they issue new “clarifications”.
Here is a video that summarises the key points of the 2022 Chinese New Year SOP for Malaysia.
2022 Chinese New Year SOP For Malaysia : 23 January Edition
The Family Reunion Dinner is allowed on Monday, 31 January 2022.
Prayers are allowed in non-Muslim houses of worship on 1 and 2 February 2022 (Tuesday and Wednesday), according to the existing SOP under PPN Phase 4.
The special Hokkien clan prayers (Bai Tian Gong) are allowed on 8 and 9 February 2022 (Tuesday and Wednesday).
a) Prayers are allowed in non-Muslim houses of worship, according to the existing SOP under PPN Phase 4.
b) Prayers are allowed at individual house compounds at night, according to the Hokkien clan tradition.
Chap Goh Meh prayers are allowed at non-Muslim houses of worship on Tuesday, 15 February 2022, according to the existing SOP under PPN Phase 4.
You are allowed to visit family and friends from 31 January until 15 February 2022.
Chinese New Year Receptions are allowed from 31 January until 15 February 2022
a) only those who were explicitly invited are allowed to enter
b) NOT ALLOWED to members of the public who were not invited
c) continuous receptions like open houses are NOT ALLOWED
d) allowed at up to 50% venue capacity, with physical distancing
Chinese New Year receptions by companies or associations are allowed, subject to these restrictions :
a) held in a hall or restaurant,
b) limited invitations,
c) not held in public places, and
d) cannot be continuous, like an open house
Lion / dragon / tiger dance are allowed from 31 January until 15 February 2022, subject to the Creative Industry (Live Performance) SOP.
The Ministry of National Unity calls on the public to always obey the SOP, and take COVID-19 precautions like wear a face mask, maintain good hygiene and ensure physical distancing.
2022 Chinese New Year SOP For Prayers In Malaysia!
Here is the additional SOP for prayer activities at non-Muslim houses of worship during Chinese New Year 2022 :
Non-Muslim Houses of Worship must :
Open a health screening counter at the entrance, conduct a body temperature scan and look for symptoms like fever, cough, breathing difficulties and flu.
Make sure everyone is recorded using the MySejahtera application, or registers manually using the logbook.
Provide hand sanitiser at the registration counter.
Ensure that face masks are worn.
Worshippers attending prayers must :
Scan the MySejahtera QR code, or register manually using the provided logbook.
Scan their body temperature
Use the provided hand sanitiser.
Only fully-vaccinated people are allowed to enter.
Maintain a physical distance of 1 metre.
Must wear a face mask.
The government of Malaysia will take action against those who flout these SOP requirements.
Fully Vaccinated Definition
Under this SOP, you are only considered fully-vaccinated if you meet these requirements :
For vaccines that require two doses (like the Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Sinovac or Sinopharm vaccines), the individual must exceed 14 days after receiving the second dose.
For vaccines that require only one dose (like the Johnson & Johnson and CanSino vaccines), the individual must exceed 28 days after receiving the second dose.
For individuals who cannot be vaccinated on medical reasons, they must produce a medical report that has been verified by a registered medical practitioner.
Latest 2022 Chinese New Year SOP Slides : 20 January Edition
Here are the latest 2022 Chinese New Year SOP slide, as of 20 January 2022.
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TNB also asked consumers to contact the TNB Careline at 15454 if TNB power installations or infrastructure had shifted or collapsed.
TNB Power Disruption : Current List Of Affected Areas
TNB has been gradually restoring power to areas where flood waters have receded. However, power may not be restored until TNB is certain that it is safe to reactivate the substation.
As of 5 PM, 20 December 2021, TNB power substations in these areas remained shut down :
Banting
1. Dipsol 2
2. Tn Metal
3. Dykas
4. Khee San
5. Aktif
6. Décor Trend
7. Jb Wood
8. Enviro Jalan Enggang
9. Nus Equip
10. Batu 9 Sijangkang
11. SSU Yty
12. Alami Banting
13. Invergold
14. Tan Soon Poh
15. Able 2
16. Jalan Helang
17. Fd Abadi
18. Tropikal Roofing
19. Jer Env
20. True Idea 2
21. Dbts
22. Kcn
23. Asata
24. Panglima City
25. SSU Teluk Panglima Garang
26. Canzo
27. Goodnite
28. Goodnite No 2
29. Bestari Jln Rajawali 1000kva
30. Wildinamis
31. Rotai
32. Aki Engineering
33. Continental
34. Taman Ibk
35. Taman Desa Melati
36. Padat Jalan Merak
37. Taman Desa Anggerik
38. Taman Bentara 7
39. Padat Jln Balam 4/10
40. Sherwood
41. Modern Storage
42. Radicare
43. Kayaba No. 2
44. Jenjarom Permai
45. Pulau Carey 3
46. Academik Golden Hope
47. Biogas Ldg West
48. Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaaan Pulau Carey
49. Pdt Seksyen 4 West
50. West Est
51. Seksyen 7 Pulau Carey
52. Kampung Kurau
53. Bukit Bakong Pulau Carey
54. Seng Heng
55. Anika Asli
56. Hoe Heng
57. City Merine
Sepang
1. Rumah Pam Sungai Labu Lanjut
2. Concorde Inn
3. Telekom Klia
4. Jalan Dataran Abadi (Da) 3/1
5. Taman Ambar
6. Seri Ulu Langat
7. CRCC Dengkil
8. Pusat Serenti
9. Ikta Dengkil
10. Wetland
11. Taman Arkid
12. Taman Ruby
13. Hp Sungai Serdang
14. Sri Changgang
15. Jalan Maju 2/2
16. Bukit Changgang
17. Hp Permata
18. Agrotek
19. Jalan Ib 6 Taman Ib2
20. Taman Intan Baiduri
21. Taman Indah Putera
22. Salak Budi Jalan Sb4
23. Shy Salak Pekerti
24. Dataran Abadi
25. Jalan Da
26. Salak Kasih Dh
27. Salak Lestari Sl 13/1
28. Indah Puteri
29. Jalan Indah Puteri 27
30. Jalan Salak Kasturi
31. Jalan Sp3 Salak Pekerti
32. Salak Sp 6
33. Jalan Sp 18
34. Sekolah Menegah Kebangsaan Salak Mahkota
35. Jalan Sp 20
36. BCHG
37. Taman Langat Utama
38. Taman Murni
39. Jalan Lg 33/1
40. Jalan Halia 6 Lg Utama
41. Jalan Kejora 2 Lg Utama
42. Sek Keb Rtb
43. Taman Langat Utama
44. Rtb No 1
45. Rtb No 2
46. Jalan Pudina 41 Lg
47. Jalan Lg2 2/11
48. Paya Rumput Hp
49. Taman Seri Ehsan
50. Bandar Seri Ehsan
51. Street Lighting
52. D-Menara 3
53. Black Top Industries
54. Jalan Lu 2/1
55. Masjid Bukit Changgang
56. Wtp Gs Worldwide
57. Kota Warisan
58. Putrajaya
59. Kip Mart
60. Pasaraya K-Mart
61. Rumah Pam Bchg
62. Horizon
63. Jasper Square No 1
64. Sps Warisan Megah
65. Cs Jalan Wb 1
66. Saujana Klia
67. Klia Avenue
68. Galeri Sunsuria
69. Jalan Ws 1
70. SSU Sunsuria City
71. Monet Lily
72. Jasper Square No 2
73. Giverny Walk
74. Monet Garden
75. Monet Springtime
76. Central Link
77. Tol Plaza
Shah Alam
1. Nippon Steel
2. Ikede
3. Johnson Control
4. Loji Najis Plot K & F
5. Rumah Pam Taman Mesra
6. Goudlene Fed Packaging
7. Oriental Summit
8. Align Reviera
9. Sri Muda
10. JPS Taman Sri Muda
11. Pangsapuri Damai
12. Timor Marine
13. Plot J Tadisma 1-2
14. Tong Yong
15. MHE Hicom A
16. Sangko Sankyo
17. Tech Park
18. Wako
19. Lai Sing
20. Kobe Precission
21. Bayer
22 Seri Muda
23. Pasar Seksyen 25
24. Fed Paper Product
25. Apartment Arte
26. Padat Rumah Pam Seksyen 13
27. Pump House PH 2E
28. Atlas Edible
29. Strong Crest
30. Napmax
31. Bukit Kemuning
32. Seksyen 23A
33. Seksyen 18
34. Nippon Exp Seksyen 21
35. JVC
36. SSU JEM
37. Zentraline
38. Pancuran Baiduri
39. Pangsapuri Damai Seksyen 25
40. Nanowater
41. Jaya Plastic 3
42. Pam Oksidasi 4A-2
43. Pantech
44. United Print Process
45. DCA Reality 1
46. Bakel Jalan 28/42
47. Kozato Kizai 1
48. Pasific Trustee
49. Taman Mesra
50. Bridgestone
51. Kolam Najis Sektor B
52. Shin Etsu Polymer
53. Sidel Distribution
54. Align Reviera 3
55. Atlas Edible
56. Strong Crest
57. Napmax
58. Bukit Kemuning
59. Hypermarket SAS
60. Hicom Telekom
61. Jalan 33/5
62. Jalan 33/7
63. Padat Teknik Murni
64. United Print Process
65. Malaysia Quartz
66. Pusat Latihan Eon
67. Melangkah Maju
68. Jaya Plastic
69. Super Oxygen
70. ASM Fico Semi Cond
71. MHE
72. Esso Kesas
73. David Warehouse
74. Hue Keat
75. Tiong Nam No 4
76. Lion No 7
77. F&N Jalan 26/35
78. Rumah Pangsa Kampung Baru Hicom
79. Gravitas
80. Kolam Oksidasi Sek 23
81. Seksyen 23A No 1 ,No 5, No 8, No 9
82. Carrefour Seksyen 23
83. Rumah Pan Saujana Indah
84. Saujana Indah
85. PHN Industry
86. Kampung Melayu Subang
87. Calcium Malaysia
Klang
1. Malgames Industries
2. Ching Shin
3. Aimwood
4. Soon Huat Rubber
5. Lee Chai Tiam
6. Poh & Chen L/I No 2
7. Sparkle Industries No 1
8. Cycle World
9. Good Performance
10. Lumi Glass
11. Li Hoe 2
12. Lim Chim Sim
13. Wangsa Kiliau
14. Shi Sei Auto Part
15. Chi Liung Complex
16. Karich
17. Chin Chin Teong
18. Bandar Putera
19. Lim Kien Hin
20. Bosta Industri
21. Eng Beng 3
22. Hoeken
23. Yong Sheng
24. Econmart Jalan Meru
25. Extron Manufacture
26. J&A 1
27. Amrich
28. Ng Tiong Seng 2
29. Thermo Form
30. Pelita Hebat
31. Taman Setia Restu
32. Taman Johan Setia Permai
33. Johon Setia Outdoor
34. Taman Wira Setia
35. Lancar Bersatu
36. Resolusi Hijau
37. Top Glove
38. Gp Autobat
39. Triplus
40. Ibex
41. Sukma Melati
42. Taman Meru Utama
43. Buditas
44. Ban Ngai
45. Yeoh Tiong Lay
46. Taman Meru Jaya
47. Taman Alam Indah
48. Taman Pesona Kemuning
49. Asrama Cipta Puri
50. Saujana Ikhlas
51. Taman Desa Kemuning 2
52. Len Brothers
53. Unitex Tyre
54. Taman Mutiara Kemuning
55. Jalan Padu 25/127 Bkmg
56. Bantin Properties
57. Taiko Metal-Klg
58. Milano Bakit Kemuning
59. Taman Desa Kemuning
60. Hup Lee
61. Arm Shield Klang
62. Eastern Lamp
63. Plastic Centre
64. Kemas Properties
65. Alpha Seiko Plastics
66. Nylex
67. Batu 8 Bkt Kemuning
68. Ng Teong Seng
69. Taman Sri Kemuning
70. Pdt Pekan Bkmg
71. Team Properties
72. P/P Nts
73. Lian Hup-Klg
74. Auto Industries
75. Jawa Plastik
76. Mtl Eng
77. Alpha Development
78. Asia Roofing
79. Pdt Nikmat Mujur
80. Secondary Fibre
81. Sin Len Metal
82. Trans Resources
83. Taman Sri Kapar No.2
84. Kampung Kenangan O/D
85. Khoo Say
86. Lim Chuey Hiong
87. Beauvic
88. Reban Ayam Perepat
89. Guan Chin Seng
90. Tee Chooi Ngoh
91. Padat Yap Timber
92. Horai
93. Kuan Seong
94. Pusat Ternakan Ayam Kampung Perepat
95. Tantex
96. Bandar Puteri
Rawang
1. Sri Aman
Kuala Selangor
1. Take Six
2. R. Khean
3. Jalan Harmoni 3
4. Agrotop
5. Kilang Papan Sekinchan
6. Polymix Plastic
7. Southdrop
8. Lph Brother
9. Reban Ayam Bahagia Kampung Parit Mahang
10. Reban Ayam 2 Jalan Bahagia
11. Reban Ayam Jalan Makmur
12. Parit Mahang 2
Subang Jaya
1. Kampung Tengah
2. Pangsapuri Lagoon
3. Kampung Kenanga
Puchong:
1. Lingkaran Dagang Mas
2. Taman Mas Sepang
3. Hup Lek Engineering
4. Rumah Kedai Mas Sepang
5. Jalan Dagang Mas 5
6. Pangsapuri Kalisa D Taman Mas
7. Apartment Kalisa M
8. Koi Prima
9. Jalan Industri Mas 5
10. Taman Mas Sepang No 2
11. Jalan Industri Mas 1 Mas Sepang
12. Loji Kumbahan Taman Putra Prima
13. Taman Putra Prima
14. Hee Kok Long
15. PDT Low Cost Flat
16. PDT KM Polishing
17. Kampung Sri Aman
18. Kampung Pulas No. 2-3
19. Kampung Bersatu
Bangi
1. Taman Jenderam Murni
2. Jenderam 2
3. Taman Jenderam Aman
4. Kampung Orang Asli Batu 28
5. Jalan JD
6. Kampung Asli Bukit Jenuk
7. Jenderam Harmoni
8. Shell Dengkil
9. Lestari Mewah
10. Semarang Mutiara
11. Jenderam Indah
12. Taman Semarang Sinar
13. Taman Semarang Indah
14. Jenderam Kolam A
15. Taman Intan
16. Jalan Delima
17. Taman Intan Compact
18. Taman Jed
19. Taman Bintang Mas
20. Taman Timah
21. Bandar Baru Dengkil
22. Pekan Dengkil
23. Taman Permata
24. Taman Baiduri
25. Kondo Putra Intan
26. Taman Baiduri
27. Fama Dengkil
28. Taman Crystal
29. Kompleks Kastam
30. Taman Dengkil Ria
31. Taman Kristal
32. Taman Mas
33. Pusat Perdagangan Deluxe ITC
34. Taman Emas 2
35. Khoo Swe Sem
36. Kabin Dengkil
37. Taman Semarang Intan
38. Jalan Aman Serenia
39. Persiaran Bandar Aman Serenia 8
40. Persiaran Bandar C/ Serenia 1
41. Persiaran Bandar Serenia
42. Batu 1 Dato Ahmad Razali
43.Ametis Jaya
44. Dengkil Central Point
45. Padat K. Siew Tiong
46. Taman Sri Dengkil
47. Padat Taman Putra Dengkil
48. Desa Dengkil
49. Khoo Swee Sem
50. Asrama Bestari
51. Taman Sri Delima
52. JPS Taman Permata
53. Padat Taman Dengkil
54. Kampung Ampang Tenang
55. P/SAM Batu 18/B20 3
56. Lampu Jalan Tol Serenia
57. Serenia
Cheras
1. PKNS Bukit Kundang
2. Kampung Darul Hidayah
3. Dusun Tua Seberang
4. Dusun Tua Masjid
5. Sungai Way Quarry
6. Richway
7. Orient Battery
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The Xiaomi ROIDMI Eve Plus robot vacuum is really, REALLY AWESOME!
Find out why every home should have a little ROIDMI Eve Plus running around!
Why Xiaomi’s ROIDMI Eve Plus Is So Awesome!
One of the hottest gadgets for homeowners is a robot vacuum, which can be incredibly useful or a real pain in the ass.
What most homeowners in the market for a robot vacuum don’t understand is that many models don’t clean well, and are a hassle to maintain.
That’s why Xiaomi’s ROIDMI Eve Plus robot vacuum is so awesome – it is not only a cleaning powerhouse, it does away with almost all of the maintenance hassle!
Self-Emptying System
One of the biggest hassle in maintaining a robot vacuum is the constant need to empty the dust box.
This limitation prevents ordinary robot vacuums from automatically and continuously cleaning your house for days on end.
This is not a problem for the ROIDMI Eve Plus. When it returns to its base station to recharge its battery, its dust box is automatically emptied into the base station!
This allows the Eve Plus to continuously recharge and empty its dust box, and clean your house for weeks on end!
The base station’s large 3L dust bag can hold enough dust for 60 days, before you need to clear it.
Self-Sanitising System
The ROIDMI Eve Plus not only comes with a HEPA filter – a common feature in robot vacuums, it boasts a pioneering Deodorizing Particle Generator in the base station.
The Deodorizing Particle Generator uses Active Oxygen technology to sterilise the collected dust, eliminating dust mites as well as microbes and mold like E. coli, Candida albicans and Staphylococcus aureus.
It can also eliminate toxic chemicals like formaldehyde, ammonia, benzene and TVOC, as well as remove the smell of cigarettes and perfume.
4th Generation Super-Sensing LDS Sensor
The ROIDMI Eve Plus comes with their 4th generation laser distance sensor, which allows for highly-precise scanning of its environment.
It is constantly scanning for obstacles, so it will quickly detect people or pets nearby and avoid them.
AI Smart Room Mapping
The ROIDMI Eve Plus can precisely map and later remember every room in your house, across multiple levels!
Its built-in AI mapping and path planning algorithms allow it to better and faster clean the rooms, and resume its cleaning duties after charging or emptying its dust box.
The room maps it generates also allows you to demarcate forbidden areas, or schedule more frequent cleaning for certain rooms.
Separate maps can be saved for each floor, and the settings are automatically matched and switched, when switching floors.
4+ Hours Of Vacuum + Mopping!
The ROIDMI Eve Plus has a powerful digital brushless vacuum with 2,700 Pa of suction power, with side brushes and a flexible inlet that adjusts to the floor condition.
And thanks to its large 5,200 mAh battery, it can keep on cleaning for over 4 hours (250 minutes) before it needs to return to the base station!
If you like squeaky clean floors, the Eve Plus has a mopping module and a 250 ml water tank, to give you just that.
It simulates hand-mopping with its 3-stage Y-route (not available in the US) or U-route mopping
Obstacle Avoidance
The ROIDMI Eve Plus will never get stuck under your bed, sofa or cabinets, because it can automatically sense their height.
It is also smart enough to detect low obstacles like door strips or cables (up to 2 cm in height) and crawl over them.
It can also sense and climb up ramps with slopes of up to 20°, which lesser robot vacuums will balk at.
Xiaomi ROIDMI Eve Plus : What’s Inside The Box?
The Xiaomi ROIDMI Eve Plus comes in two separate boxes – one for the robot vacuum cleaner, and the other for its base station.
In this video, we take a look at what’s inside both boxes!
Premium 1 Year Warranty : RM1,988 (1 to 1 Exchange)
In addition, you can save more by purchasing these Add-on Deals :
Replacement parts like dust bag, mop wipes, roller brush, side brush, filter, etc.
Extended 1 year warranty on the battery
But on 11/11, the ROIDMI Eve Plus goes on sale at only RM1,458 for just TWO HOURS – from 12 AM until 2 AM!
So don’t miss this offer. Grab it during those two hours!
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The awesome self-emptying, self-sterilising Xiaomi ROIDMI Eve Plus robot vacuum is going on sale this 11/11!
Take a look at the 11/11 offer and find out why you should get it!
Why You Must Not Miss The Xiaomi ROIDMI Eve Plus 11/11 Offer!
Robot vacuums are incredible little helpers, effortlessly keeping our homes clean. But we still need to manually empty them once in a while or they stop working.
That’s why many homeowners are now looking for self-emptying robot vacuums that automatically dispose of their waste, and keep cleaning without constant monitoring.
This is not a problem for the Xiaomi ROIDMI Eve Plus. When it returns to its base station to recharge its battery, its dust box is automatically emptied into the base station!
This allows the Eve Plus to continuously recharge and empty its dust box, and clean your house for weeks on end, thanks to its large 3L dust bag that can hold enough dust for 60 days.
The Xiaomi ROIDMI Eve Plus robot vacuum also comes with a self-sanitising system that combines a HEPA filter with a pioneering Deodorizing Particle Generator with Active Oxygen technology.
This unique self-sanitising system eliminates not only dust mites, microbes and mold, but also toxic chemicals like formaldehyde, benzene, as well as the smell of cigarettes and perfume.
The Xiaomi ROIDMI Eve Plus is also smart and powerful. It uses its 4th generation laser distance sensor to precisely map and remember its surroundings, even across multiple levels!
Its built-in AI mapping and path planning algorithms then use that map to automatically clean your rooms, self-empty itself and return to its cleaning duties – without any input!
Its built-in digital brushless motor delivers 2,700 Pa of suction power, while its 5,200 mAh battery lets it clean for over 4 hours before it needs to return to its base station for charging.
If you want a robot vacuum cleaner that helps you keep your house clean without constant maintenance, you can’t go wrong with the ROIDMI Eve Plus!
Don’t Miss This Xiaomi ROIDMI Eve Plus Offer On 11/11!
The ROIDMI Eve Plus + dust collector base station kit is really affordable. You can already purchase the full ROIDMI Eve Plus set in Malaysia at these incredible prices :
Premium 1 Year Warranty : RM1,988 (1 to 1 Exchange)
But on 11/11, the ROIDMI Eve Plus goes on sale at only RM1,458 for just TWO HOURS – from 12 AM until 2 AM!
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He continues to devote countless hours every day writing about tech, medicine and science, in his pursuit of facts in a post-truth world.
The free WiFi 6 router that Maxis is touting isn’t exactly FREE as claimed.
Here’s what I just found out, and what you should know about their “free” WiFi 6 router.
Maxis Fibre Broadband : What Free WiFi 6 Router?
On 18 February 2021, Maxis announced that they would make a new WiFi 6 router available for FREE to all new and existing Maxis Fibre Broadband customers!
The WiFi 6 router will be available for free from today, 18 February onwards for new customers who sign up for Maxis Fibre plans of 100Mbps and above. Existing Maxis Fibre customers will be contacted in phases for the router upgrade exercise. Maxis’ specialised Internet experts, Maxperts, will also provide free installation of the router to ensure that the WiFi is optimized for the best connectivity experience for the home.
When I wrote about it, I thought that was pretty generous of them, and a brilliant way to reduce churn and eat into Unifi’s business.
I quickly called up Maxis, eager to give it a try myself. But almost 7 months later, no one from the Maxis Fibre Broadband team called me up about this free WiFi 6 router upgrade.
Today, I found out that what Maxis announced in February was not exactly the truth. Here are the facts…
Maxis Fibre Warning : WiFi 6 Router NOT Exactly Free!
When Maxis first announced the availability of their free WiFi 6 router, they specifically stated that :
it would be made available for FREE for new customers who sign up for 100 Mbps or faster plans, and
existing customers would receive the upgrade in phases.
Neither are true… which is good news and bad news.
Based on my conversation with Amir from their Customer Service team, and Intan from their Fibre Broadband team on 17 September 2021, here are the facts :
The WiFi 6 router is only available to new customers, and existing customers who are already (or almost) out-of-contract.
This WiFi 6 router will not be made available to customers who are still under contract.
Existing customers will not be upgraded in phases as claimed. Rather, you have to call up Maxis customer service to request for the upgrade.
Existing customers MUST upgrade their existing plans to qualify for the WiFi 6 router upgrade.
If you are on 30 Mbps, you must upgrade to 100 Mbps or higher
If you are on 300 Mbps, you must upgrade to 500 Mbps or higher
Existing customers MUST sign up for a 2-year contract, which introduces this penalty should you terminate the contract at any point in time :
Early Termination Charge of RM500 or the remaining monthly subscription charges in the contract period, whichever is higher.
For existing customers, the WiFi 6 router replaces your existing router, which will be taken back by Maxis.
Since this occurs at the end of a contract, this implies that the routers are “leased” and do not belong to you even after you complete the contract.
Their FAQ mentioned that the WiFi 6 router is only given free to “new installations for all plans of Maxis Fibre“, including their cheaper 30 Mbps plan.
There is NO MENTION in the Maxis website of any requirement to upgrade your plan, or sign up for a new 2-year contract, to receive this “free” WiFi 6 router upgrade.
As a long-time Maxis Mobile and Maxis Fibre customer, I’m very disappointed to see them quietly change the terms for what would have been a great upgrade for their loyal customers.
Forcing people to upgrade their plans when they don’t need the extra speed means you are essentially paying for the router.
That’s RM20 to RM80 extra per month, or between RM480 and RM1,920 for a 2-year contract!
Don’t be the fool who ends up paying RM80 extra per month for a “free” WiFi 6 router, unless it’s gold-plated!
I can understand if they wish to tack on a 2-year contract, but at least make it clear to customers in the website, including the early termination penalty!
There is one piece of good news though – even their cheapest 30 Mbps plan comes with the WiFi 6 router!
Pro Tip #1 : Call Maxis customer service and switch to the 30 Mbps plan, before asking for the WiFi 6 upgrade. This way, you don’t have to upgrade to a faster plan unnecessarily.
Pro Tip #2 : If you are currently on the 30 Mbps plan and don’t want to upgrade for the free router, call to CANCEL the service and migrate to Unifi or TIME (which always gives free upgrades!). Their Save team will call you up to try and salvage your business.
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Houseowners will be glad to learn that house renovation is now permitted to continue in PPN Phase 1 areas!
Here is what you need to know!
Earlier : Construction Allowed, But Not Renovation In PPN Phase 1
On 16 July 2021, the government announced that G3 and G4 contractors (in addition to G1 and G2) would also be allowed to resume their construction works.
For those who are wondering – how are G1, G2, G3 and G4 contractors defined, it’s based on their CIDB (Construction Industry Development Board) licence.
The G rating of their CIDB licence is based on their tendering capacity – they cannot tender for work exceeding these amounts :
G1 : Up to RM 200,000
G2 : Up to RM 500,000
G3 : Up to RM 1 million
G4 : Up to RM 3 million
At that time, renovation projects were not explicitly allowed to continue. Only construction on new projects were allowed to proceed.
Now : House Renovation Allowed In PPN Phase 1 Areas!
Professional or consultancy services for permitted construction work
Supply chain services for permitted construction work
So it is officially confirmed that starting from 4 August 2021 onwards, you will be permitted to resume or start any renovation of your residential home.
But please note that this only applies to RESIDENTIAL buildings in Phase 1 areas, not commercial buildings.
Those in Phase 2 areas have earlier been permitted to renovate both residential and commercial buildings.
Interestingly, they maintained the limit on maintenance and repairs to only critical work. That is loosely-worded but I have to wonder – why bother when you are already allowing people to renovate their homes?
In the newly-updated Phase 2 SOP, the government actually removed that limitation, allowing all maintenance and repair work to proceed.
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ViewSonic just introduced their M2e portable LED projector, with ToF (Time of Flight) technology!
Here is what you need to know about the new ViewSonic M2e Instant Smart 1080p portable LED protector!
ViewSonic M2e Portable Projector with ToF Technology!
The ViewSonic M2e portable projector is a portable LED projector, with a 1080p resolution and built-in Harman Kardon stereo speakers.
It also boasts new ToF (Time-of-Flight) technology, which allow for instant auto-focus in an ultralight, portable design!
Full HD Audio Visual Experience
The ViewSonic M2e uses their 2nd generation LED technology, with a resolution of 1080p, with 125% Rec. 709 colour gamut!
It is capable of projecting up to an 80-inch display at up to 2.1 metres away; and comes with dual speakers customised by Harman Kardon!
ToF Technology For Instant Auto-Focus!
ToF (Time-of-Flight) is a form of LIDAR technology, which uses an emitter to bounce light off the target area to accurately determine the distance up to 3 metres away.
This allows the ViewSonic M2e to accurate instantly correct the focus, to ensure sharp images on the target surface.
Built-In G Sensor
When a projector is moved, it will need to be refocused either manually using a focus ring, or automatically using a button.
Thanks to its built-in G sensor, the ViewSonic M2e will detect movement, and automatically trigger its ToF instant auto-focus capability.
Easy Setup
Setting up the M2e is very easy, with instant power on/off, instant auto-focus and auto keystone capabilities. It also has a stemless stand for custom projection angles.
Connecting your mobile device to the M2e is also easy – you can cast or mirror the content from your smartphone or tablet via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or a USB Type C cable.
Light + Portable
The ViewSonic M2e is very light at just 1 kg, and is small enough to fit into a large handbag, or a backpack.
This allows you to bring it on trips, and quickly set it up for instant entertainment wherever you go!
ViewSonic M2e : Price + Availability
The ViewSonic M2e portable LED projector is available with immediate effect, with a launch price of RM 2,699 (about US$655 / £463 / A$846 / S$867).
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HUAWEI just officially launched their Vision S, powered by their own HarmonyOS operating system!
Here is what you need to know about the new HUAWEI Vision S 4K smart TV!
HUAWEI Vision S : HarmonyOS Smart TV
Powered by HarmonyOS, the HUAWEI Vision S comes in two sizes – 65-inch and 55-inch, both offering smart features like :
interconnectivity,
interactive capabilities,
multi-device collaboration, and
of course, multimedia prowess
Let’s take a quick look at what you need to know about this new smart TV!
HUAWEI Vision S : Specifications
To make it easy for you to compare the two models, here is a table comparing their key specifications :
Specifications
HUAWEI
Vision S
65-inch
HUAWEI
Vision S
55-inch
Size
65-inches
55-inches
Resolution
4K UHD
3840 x 2160 pixels
Colour Gamut
92% DCI-P3
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
Brightness
350 nits
Contrast Ratio
5000:1
Backlight Type
Direct LED
Operating System
HUAWEI HarmonyOS
Memory
3 GB
Storage
32 GB
Camera
13 MP magnetic camera
Speakers
2 x 10 W full frequency
2 x 10 W tweeters
Voice Input
6 microphones
Far-field voice pickup
Remote Control
Bluetooth voice remote control
OneHop Projection (NFC)
Connectivity
Wi-Fi : 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz
3 x HDMI 2.0 ports
1 x AV-in port
1 x USB 3.0 port
1 x SPDIF (coaxial) port
Power Consumption
230 watts
190 watts
Display Only Size
1449.3 mm wide
837.2 mm high
72.1 mm thick
1230.1 mm wide
714.1 mm high
73.0 mm thick
Display + Base Size
1449.3 mm wide
876.4 mm high
336.7 mm thick
1449.3 mm wide
753.6 mm high
258.0 mm thick
Display Only Weight
19.5 kg
14.2 kg
Display + Base Weight
20 kg
14.7 kg
HUAWEI Vision S : Key Features
Double Refresh Rate, Double Speakers!
Its 120 Hz display, coupled with Advanced Motion Estimation and Motion Compensation (MEMC) promises to offer much more immersive and smoother visuals.
On top of that, it is fitted with twice as many speakers than other smart TVs – two Full Frequency Speakers and two High Frequency Speakers, with a 1 litre sound cavity!
1080p HUAWEI MeeTime Calls!
The HUAWEI Vision S supports MeeTime calls, letting you engage in high-definition video calls at up to 1080p resolution without being connected to a HUAWEI smartphone!
All you need to do is set the Vision S to use your HUAWEI ID during the installation process, and you can make 1080p MeeTime calls directly on it!
OneHop Projection!
The HUAWEI Vision S comes with OneHop Projection built-in, activate with a tap of your HUAWEI smartphone on the HUAWEI Share icon on its remote control!
You will be able to project your smartphone contents onto the display, and navigate by simply swiping left and right on your smartphone!
Mirror Control
The Mirror Control capability turns your smartphone into a touchpad for the Vision S.
This gives you handy touch controls for easier input, without worrying about the remote again.
HUAWEI Vision S : Price + Deals!
The HUAWEI Malaysia Vision S will be available in two sizes, at these price points :
If you pre-order one, you will receive these free gifts!
Vision S 65-inch
Pre-order period : Now until 2 May 2021
Free gifts : HUAWEI WiFi AX3 router + HUAWEI FreeLace Pro *
* only on the HUAWEI Lazada Store + HUAWEI Online Store
Vision S 55-inch
Pre-order period : Now until 12 May 2021
Free gifts : RM200 instant rebate **
** only on the HUAWEI Shopee Store + HUAWEI Online Store
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The HUAWEI Vision S is coming soon, and here is a quick preview of their first-ever Smart TV to launch globally!
HUAWEI Vision S Smart TV : A Quick Preview!
The HUAWEI Vision S will come in two sizes – 65-inch and 55-inch, both offering smart features like :
interconnectivity,
interactive capabilities,
multi-device collaboration, and
of course, multimedia prowess
Here’s a quick look at the key features of the HUAWEI Vision S!
Double Refresh Rate, Double Speakers!
Thanks to its 120 Hz display, coupled with Advanced Motion Estimation and Motion Compensation (MEMC). the HUAWEI Vision S promises to offer much more immersive and smoother visuals.
On top of that, the HUAWEI Vision S is fitted with twice as many speakers than other smart TVs – two Full Frequency Speakers and two High Frequency Speakers, with a 1 litre sound cavity!
1080p HUAWEI MeeTime Calls!
The HUAWEI Vision S supports MeeTime calls, letting you engage in high-definition video calls at up to 1080p resolution without being connected to a HUAWEI smartphone!
All you need to do is set the Vision S to use your HUAWEI ID during the installation process, and you can make 1080p MeeTime calls directly on it!
OneHop Projection!
The HUAWEI Vision S comes with OneHop Projection built-in, activate with a tap of your HUAWEI smartphone on the HUAWEI Share icon on the Vision S’ remote control!
You will be able to project your smartphone contents onto the Vision S, and navigate by simply swiping left and right on your smartphone!
Mirror Control
The Mirror Control capability turns your smartphone into a touchpad for the Vision S.
This gives you handy touch controls for easier input, without worrying about the remote again.
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The Malaysia National Security Council is allowing new applications for foreign maids, subject to a new process.
Find out what are the new requirements to apply for maids in Malaysia!
Foreign Maids : Applications Now Allowed With New Process!
On 30 March 2021, the Malaysia National Security Council (MKN) announced new applications for foreign maids would be allowed, subject to a new process + requirements.
While they have not released details, here is a summary based on what they announced.
Foreign Maids With Existing Visas
Maids who already have visas, but were trapped in their hometowns due to the pandemic, can return to work in Malaysia.
Their employers must apply for them to return through My Travel Pass.
Upon successful approval, they must undergo a swab test before travelling to Malaysia, and a compulsory quarantine on arrival.
Their employers must pay for the full cost of the swab test and quarantine.
New Foreign Maids
The government agreed to allow foreign maid agencies to process new applications for foreign maids.
The new application process is expected to take 3-4 months.
Their entry into Malaysia is subject to the reopening of the national borders.
Foreign Maids With Existing Visas : My Travel Pass Requirements
According to the My Travel Pass page, here are the requirements for maids with existing work visas.
Must undergo a PCR COVID-19 screening test at least THREE (3) DAYS and and medically confirmed to be negative from COVID-19 before travelling to Malaysia.
Must download and install MySejahtera on their smartphones before departure
Can only enter Malaysia via :
– KLIA or KLIA 2 in Selangor
– Bayan Lepas International Airport in Penang
– Sultan Ismail Senai International Airport in Johor
Must have valid Temporary Employment Visa Pass
Must undergo compulsory quarantine at quarantine facilities upon arrival in Malaysia.
Payment for COVID-19 test and compulsory quarantine must be paid before arrival in Malaysia.
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Should you laminate official documents? Or will that invalidate or destroy those documents?
We take a look at this sticky issue, and find out what the facts really are!
Claim : It Is Illegal To Laminate Official Documents!
The availability of cheap heat lamination machines and plastic lamination film make it easy for many people to laminate their official documents against damage.
However, this viral message on social media is warning people that laminating your official documents could invalidate them!
Don’t laminate all official documents
Please inform your aunts, uncles, fathers and relatives or acquaintances …etc
All official documents including birth certificates must not be laminated because it is difficult to know the authenticity of the document, the act will lose its authenticity.
Please use a transparent file holder to store all official documents or certificates. Avoid lamination.
The guy who shared this info, had to apply for fresh title for his land all because he laminated it. Once laminated, considered spoiled or damaged by Government.
Beware! Avoid unnecessary hassle.
Is It Wrong To Laminate Official Documents? It Depends!
Many people laminate their official documents to protect them against damage, but generally, you should NEVER laminate your official documents.
You should only laminate them, when required under certain circumstances.
Here are the facts to help you determine when you should, or should not, laminate your official documents.
Fact #1 : Official Documents Should Not Be Altered In Any Way
You should never alter official documents like birth / death / divorce / marriage certificates, or vehicle / business / property registrations in any way.
This includes gluing them onto cardboard, punching holes in them for filing, or marking on them with a pen.
Fact #2 : Laminating Documents Could Invalidate Them!
Many official documents have embossed security seals and stamps to help prove their authenticity.
When you laminate such documents, the embossed seals and stamps are flattened by the heat and pressure of the lamination process.
This may invalidate those documents, effectively destroying their legal status.
In 2016, a Canadian man was denied a passport because he laminated his Certificate of Canadian Citizenship. He had to secure a new certificate.
Fact #3 : Laminated Documents Are Harder To Scan / Photocopy
Some official documents may come with a QR code, or bar code, imprinted as a security / validation measure.
Once laminated, the reflective plastic surface makes it harder to scan the QR or bar code, as well as to scan or make a photocopy.
Fact #4 : Lamination Films Adhesive May Damage Documents
Many plastic lamination films have an adhesive layer to ensure proper sticking to the paper.
This adhesive increases the risk of tearing if you attempt to delaminate the documents. It could also damage your documents, turning them yellow over time.
Fact #5 : You May Be Required To Laminate Certain Documents
The authorities may require you to laminate your official documents in certain cases. For example, the registration of the birth of a child to a Malaysian parent in Singapore requires a Singapore birth certificate that must be laminated.
To avoid damage to the official document that must be laminated, you can try placing it inside a clear, non-adhesive plastic sleeve, before laminating it.
This would prevent the adhesive from making contact with your document, and allow you to delaminate it without tearing.
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You may not know this, but HUAWEI just launched the MateStation S, which is just great for the new WFH normal!
Find out what the HUAWEI MateStation S offers, and why it is perfect for WFH!
HUAWEI MateStation S : Why It’s Perfect For WFH!
The HUAWEI MateStation S is their first-ever desktop PC, and is designed for the new WFH (Work From Home) normal.
What do we mean by that? Desktop computers are known for offering excellent performance, but are usually bulky, expensive and lack wireless connectivity.
The HUAWEI MateStation S changes that by offering desktop performance in a small package, with wireless connectivity and smart sharing capabilities.
In other words, you don’t have to worry about wires, space or battery life. Just plunk it anywhere at home, and you can start working!
Meanwhile, the HUAWEI AX3 Dual Core router with Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi Mesh capability is also coming soon, at just RM 199!
Super Compact!
The HUAWEI MateStation S is super compact. At 9 cm wide and 29 cm tall, with a cubic volume of just 8.6 litres, it is just a third of a standard PC case!
With a stylish star trail design, you can place it on your desk, under it, or even on a nearby bookshelf!
6-Core Powerful Performance!
The HUAWEI MateStation S is powered by the AMD Ryzen 5 4600G, a 7 nm processor with 6 cores for excellent multi-tasking performance.
It also comes with integrated 7-core Radeon Graphics, dual-channel memory, and a PCIe x4 NVMe SSD, which delivers ultra-quick start up and response times thanks to its 32 Gbps throughput.
Users have the option to add extra SSD / HDD and even RAM, if they wish to upgrade it after purchase. It comes with two M.2 2280 slots.
23.8-inch FullView Monitor!
It comes with a 23.8-inch FullView monitor, with ultra thin bezels that delivers a 90% screen-to-body ratio.
To ensure eye comfort during long hours of use, the monitor is flicker-free and TÜV Rheinland-certified for low blue light emissions.
Ultra-Quiet Cooling System
To ensure minimal noise impact on your home environment, the MateStation S comes with an ultra-quiet cooling system.
The fan features vertical blades, and works in tandem with a “high-density bionic heat sink” to deliver superior cooling performance at low noise levels.
The fan usually has a noise level of only 22 dB. Even at full throttle, it maxes out at 28 dB, so it won’t disturb anyone sleeping nearby.
Integrated Wireless Connectivity!
Unlike many desktops, the HUAWEI MateStation S offers the wireless connectivity of a laptop.
It comes with WiFi-AC – 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band with 2×2 MIMO – and Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity built-in.
So you can easily connect to the Internet and other devices, without worrying about cables!
But in case you need LAN connectivity, it also comes with an RJ45 Ethernet port!
Smart Connectivity!
The HUAWEI MateStation S supports improved HUAWEI Share capability, allowing you to easily share files, images and even text between two devices using drag-and-drop or a simple tap.
You can also connect your smartphone and open three mobile app windows on the large display at once. This allows you to handle multiple tasks on one display, improving your productivity.
For instance, you can attend a video call on one mobile app screen, and take notes on a second screen, while chatting with colleagues on a third screen.
Loads Of Ports!
The HUAWEI MateStation S offers loads of ports – something laptops lack, and many users desperately need.
In The Front
3.5 mm audio jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type A) port
USB 2.0 (Type C) port
We should point out that this USB Type C port in the front supports 18 watt fast charging for your smartphone, so you can plug it in to charge while using the MateStation S!
In The Back
Audio input port
Audio output port
Microphone input port
HDMI port
VGA port
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Type A) ports
2 x USB 2.0 (Type A) ports
RJ45 Ethernet port
Serial port
The HDMI port connects to any monitor or TV, while the VGA and serial ports offer backward compatibility with many commercial and industrial devices, like projectors and bar code scanners.
Smart Keyboard!
The HUAWEI MateStation S comes with a HUAWEI Wired Keyboard with a built-in fingerprint sensor.
This makes it the world’s first desktop to feature a fingerprint power on and unlock capability! A single touch is all it needs to power on and log-in.
This is a full-sized keyboard with a numeric keypad, and a scissor key mechanism that offers 2.5 mm key travel.
Each key measures 16.05 x 6.05 mm, offering a comfortable touch type experience with tactile feedback.
HUAWEI MateStation S : Price + Availability
The HUAWEI MateStation S is available for sale with immediate effect at these launch prices :
Desktop + Keyboard : RM 2,488
Desktop + Monitor + Keyboard : RM 2,999
Every purchase of the full bundle (including monitor) will receive FREE GIFTS worth up to RM 855* upon purchase.
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Epson just launched their EpiqVision Mini EF-12 portable laser projection TV!
Take a look at its key features, and find out if this is what you have been looking for!
Epson EpiqVision Mini EF-12 : Portable Laser Projection TV!
The Epson EpiqVision Mini EF-12 is a compact and lightweight laser projector that allows you to enjoy a cinema experience at home, at up to 150-inches in display!
Built around the Epson 3LCD Technology, the EpiqVision Mini EF-12 offers Full HD resolution at 1000 lumens of brightness!
Low Maintenance Cost
The Epson EpiqVision Mini EF-12 uses a laser light source with a rated lifespan of 20,000 hours.
Epson says that with 5 hours of daily use, that gives you more than 10 years of enjoyment, with little to no maintenance costs.
Epson Online Meetings (Powered By Zoom)
The EpiqVision Mini EF-12 is Zoom-ready, allowing you to quickly conduct online video conferencing without additional software.
Android TV + Chromecast Built-In
With Android TV built-in, this laser projector lets you stream movies, shows and games from Google Play, YouTube and other sources.
You can also cast your favourite entertainment app or game using Chromecast from any Android or iOS device, Windows or Mac computer!
Bluetooth Yamaha Speaker
The Epson EpiqVision Mini EF-12 has a Yamaha speaker built-in, which also works as a standalone Bluetooth speaker for your mobile devices!
Automatic Setup
Thanks to its built-in camera, it automatically adjusts the necessary horizontal and vertical keystone correction, screen distortion and focus level!
Epson EpiqVision Mini EF-12 : Price + Availability!
The Epson EpiqVision Mini EF-12 is available in mid-April 2021, with a retail price of RM 4,980 (about US$1,202 / £873 / A$1,576 / S$1,617).
Here are online purchase options in other countries :
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In a surprising turn of events, MKN announced that live shows with audience will be allowed in both CMCO and RMCO areas, starting 10 March 2021.
This includes official government programs, television programs, music and dance, theatre, musicals, comedy, cultural performances
RMCO Tourism Bubble
MKN will also allow tourism to restart in RMCO areas, starting 10 March 2021.
This is limited to holidays and trips managed by tour agencies registered with MOTAC, who will keep the police informed of their travel plans, including the hotels used.
Travel is limited to RMCO areas, and the tour vehicles cannot enter or cut through CMCO areas.
The public is NOT ALLOWED to travel by private cars, because it would make it difficult for the police to monitor and prevent them from entering CMCO areas.
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MKN just confirmed that their Work From Home directive still applies!
Here is what you need to know about the Work From Home directive for RMCO and CMCO areas!
MKN : Work From Home Directive Still Applies!
On 11 December 2020, the Malaysia Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) confirmed that their Work From Home directive still applied for CMCO and TEMCO areas.
On 9 March 2021, MKN confirmed that the existing Work From Home directive would continue in CMCO areas, with 30% capacity for office / management staff.
Therefore, businesses are expected to continue implementing their work from home policies. This is only optional for RMCO areas.
MKN Work From Home Directive : What You Need To Know!
Here is a refresher course on the MITI Work From Home directive, based on the latest 23 October 2020 FAQ :
1. Is WFH Mandatory?
WFH is compulsory for management and supervisory staff in CMCO and TEMCO areas, including those involved in tasks like:
accounting
finance
administration
law
planning
ICT.
WFH is not compulsory for employees of these sectors, who are allowed to work as normal :
Up to 10 per cent of management and supervisory staff can be in the office, limited to 4 hours only – from 10 AM until 2 PM – for up to 3 days a week.
If the company has 10 people or fewer in the management and supervisory group, only one (1) person is allowed to come to the office at one time.
The company must issue an authorisation letter for each employee who is allowed to work.
3. Can We Rotate?
Companies can create a rotation system for their management and supervisory staff.
The company should maintain the rotation schedule, as well as a list of those who are working from home, and those who are allowed to work in the office.
4. Can We Change The Working Hours?
No, MITI requires companies to comply with these rules for management and supervisory staff :
maximum of 4 hours a day
from 10 AM until 2 PM
maximum of 3 days a week
5. Do We Need To Get Tested Before Working In The Office?
COVID-19 screening is not mandatory for staff who are working in the office. It is only mandatory for :
foreign workers in the construction sector
security guards
all workers from red zones who are symptomatic
COVID-19 : How To Keep Safe!
Here are a few simple steps to stay safe :
Avoid suspected cases or disease hotpots, like hospitals, if possible!
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Everyone’s laughing at Amazon for selling a Chinese potty as kitchen and dining table decoration, or as a “traditional fruit basket”.
You really cannot make this up! And yet, people have actually used it to chill wine and serve sauce!
Chinese Potty Sold As Decoration On Amazon!
This is the infamous post on Amazon, of a Chinese potty (also known as a Tam Pui). It not only serves as a chamber pot, it can also double as a spittoon.
But only on Amazon is it being marketed and sold as a “1960s Chinese Traditional Fruit Basket” or “Chinese Antique Kitchen & Dining Table Decoration” or “Traditional Fruit Basket”.
While it may seem like a joke, this is a real posting by a seller on Amazon.
The seller claims that it is an antique Chinese traditional fruit basket of the 1960s, that is suitable to be used as ice bucket for wine, or a housewarming gift, or a decorative item for your kitchen or dining table!
Even worse – the seller wanted a princely sum of CDN$68.45 (about US$54 / RM 219) for this Chinese potty that only costs about US$4 in China!
Tam Pui : Chinese Potty Explainer
To those who are unfamiliar with the Tam Pui – this is a chamber pot, a portable toilet, a potty. Some people also use it as a spittoon. But never for food or anything nice.
Those familiar with the Tam Pui have been laughing their asses off, because this is something many Chinese families used to potty train their children in the 1960s to maybe the 90s.
The child would sit on it and do his/her business into the Tam Pui, and the parents can clean them before disposing of the waste and toilet paper / waste water.
They are still used these days as portable urinals in hostels or rented rooms without ensuite toilets, for late night convenience.
And one may be purchased as a good luck gift for a newly-wed couple – to imply that they will soon have a baby.
Please Do NOT Use Chinese Potty Like This!
Unless you want to be thought as a complete moron by any person of Chinese ethnicity, as well as many other Asians, you should NOT use the Chinese potty to chill wine, as a bread basket, or to serve soup or sauce!
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Maxis just announced a new WiFi 6 router that will be made available FREE to all new and existing Maxis Fibre Broadband customers! Here are the details…
Maxis Fibre Broadband : Get WiFi 6 Router For FREE!
Maxis just announced the availability of a new WiFi 6 router which promises to deliver faster wireless connectivity with greater range, better signal and the capacity to support more devices.
WiFi 6, also known as Wi-Fi 6 or IEEE 802.11ax or WiFi-AX, is the next-generation Wi-Fi standard, which can deliver up to 1.2 Gb/s of wireless bandwidth.
In addition to higher bandwidth, Wi-Fi 6 boasts reduced interference, increased network efficiency, reduced latency, as well as expanded capacity to support more Wi-Fi devices concurrently.
The new Maxis WiFi 6 router also comes with built-in EasyMesh technology, allowing you to easily expand the WiFi coverage by adding more EasyMesh units.
Maxis WiFi 6 Router : FREE For All New + Existing Customers!
Starting 18 February 2021, Maxis will make this new WiFi 6 router available for FREE to all new customers who sign up for Maxis Fibre plans of 100 Mbps or faster.
Existing Maxis Fibre customers will be contacted in phases for the free router upgrade exercise, with free installation by their Maxperts team.
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Allowed for one day only, on Thursday, 11 February 2021.
Up to 15 close family members may attend.
Those family members must live within a radius of 10 kilometres.
Cross-district or interstate travel is forbidden.
Even the recent announcement, which we summarised above, was so vague, many people had questions.
Chinese New Year Reunion Dinner : Top Questions Answered!
On 8 February 2021, the Malaysia National Security Council (MKN) finally released their answers to our top questions about the Chinese New Year reunion dinner :
Question #1 : Are family reunion dinners allowed?
Yes. Family reunion dinners are ALLOWED for not more than 15 close family members living within a radius of 10 km, without crossing district or state lines.
Question #2 : When are family reunion dinners allowed?
Only on Thursday, 11 February 2021.
Question #3 : If I live within 10 km but in a neighbouring district, can I still attend the family reunion dinner?
No, you are NOT allowed to cross district or state lines.
Question #4 : How many people are allowed to travel to the family reunion dinner in the same car on 11 February 2021?
According to the latest MCO SOP (updated on 4 February 2021), only TWO (2) persons may travel in the same car.
Question #5 : How do you define close family members?
Close family members allowed at the family reunion dinners :
husband and wife
parents
children
brothers and sisters
Chinese New Year Reunion Dinner : More Changes Expected
This is yet another clarification that brooks more questions than it answers.
Why Two Persons Per Car?
What’s the point of restricting families to only two persons per car?
How does that help prevent the spread of COVID-19? After all, they are from the same family!
All this rule does is force families to drive multiple vehicles to attend the dinner.
Why Forbid Inter-District Travel?
The 10 km limit should be sufficient to restrict travel, even though this really isn’t even enforceable.
Forbidding inter-district travel for the Chinese New Year reunion dinner does not help to reduce the risk of COVID-19 infection.
Infected people spread COVID-19 – it doesn’t matter if they travel across districts, or within the district.
Either the government bans the reunion dinner completely, or allow it with inter-district travel. It really doesn’t make any difference.
Close Family Definition Too Vague
The close family definition is still too vague. MKN should have just made it simple and clear by just saying no friends allowed.
Right now, a strict reading of the FAQ means that brothers-in-law or sisters-in-law, cousins, nephews and nieces are not allowed.
We foresee them “clarifying” the definition later, to something simpler and yet more clear-cut like parents, brothers and sisters of the family, including their children.
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