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Step 1: Don't panic!

2009-11-17T22:31:00.002Z

Less than 5 weeks, you are bound to be doomed into the shit hole.

5 dead ends, 3 dooming speech.

1 damn long break.

What do you think?

unachievable?

2009-11-16T00:38:00.002Z

well folks, i have no idea that keep this blog alive is an uphill task. Well, I am going to set a goal that I am going to post 150 posts in total.

There will be 13 more to go and counting before year end!

left untouched

2009-10-15T23:21:00.002+01:00

I apologize to all readers for my absence from updating my blog. I have been busy with work and there's mountain of readings to be done.

More free time but no free time used. All went missing.

[SHORTWRITE] No end to it but he knows it! - Part 1

2009-08-26T18:28:00.003+01:00

Living of a dream of a man who is skeptical about his future. Where is his mind going to be when he is 12? What are the differences would he made when he is grown up? As he grew by the day, things got complicated and messy. What can he do now?

At the age of 12, he has his first peek on his schoolmate's exam paper on the second day of exam. Buzzing of his unintentional peek was going around his classmates. He was denying his trick imaginatively but how could he be innocent when he had 'did' it without people 'knowing'. He soon realised that it doesn't matter now! What can he do? No one stood up and tell anyone. Going from strength to strength, he got the momentum and he go off with a bang! 5 wonderful stars on the piece of paper. What else could he wish for? Nothing proceeds to the end if one can't find the beginning of it! Well, he is not looking for the end.

He had his chance.

Knowing it well he would get into where he want, he is nothing but a pure genius. Why worry more? Everything is set there for his liking. Fret what? Hell no! Go on!

Standing in line with the rest of his 'team' as what he would call before the appointment. The 'shortie next-door' was at his 40s, tried to get all his wisdom into the new 'team' with a long stick in his hands pointing to everything in the cubicle of hell. Long as it was predicted. Got off with a normal duty, what he only give it to me according to his preference to the 'others'. Disappointing as it gets when time really flies. Nothing but a full bunch of newbies who has the same crucial band of DNAs. They got it! What can he say about it!? Where does he stands? Nowhere near the DNAs mentioned!

He's got bunch of homies that he cannot lose. Stick tight together. All things are surely done well. Money was actually the issue of the closeness. He was innocent again at first but the money got him the other way. And it was the right way. Coward, no! He has the power. Why not? Get it, as the rest wasn't sure about it or maybe he rephrased it correctly, DON'T CARE ABOUT IT! He got off again! What can he not be right this time. Brilliant and awesome! And now, he's the winner.

Cincinnati Masters 2009

2009-08-23T03:33:00.003+01:00

Roger Federer in action

Roger Federer has once again live up to his billing as the World Number 1 to reach the Cincinnati Masters final after defeating newly crowned World Number 2, Andy Murray. He will face Novak Djokovic, who had brilliantly overcome his fear of facing top players, beating Rafael Nadal in straight sets. This sets up a final date with the World Number 1. Rafael Nadal is only playing his second tournament after recovering from injury since last May 2009.

Hail the great Federer again. Federer broke his 4-times losing streaks against Murray before going into the semi-final match up.

Game on! Roger Federer vs. Novak Djokovic

PS3 Slim Review

2009-08-23T02:54:00.005+01:00

Courtesy of ign.com

Sony had unveiled its latest 'slim-down' gadget of the PlayStation 3. Slimmer by a third of its original size. Upgrade on the HDD size to 120GB. The new slimmed console will consume less power i.e. 30W lesser than the previous one. There's an update on the operating system, whereby owners have their own choice of choosing the newly design animated menu.

In summary, it is lighter, quiter and of course, smaller!

Last but not least, it will be released this September 2009 in the UK for £258 (PRICE DROPPED)!!

Images of the new PS3 Slim

3 Types of Sex

2009-08-21T07:13:00.000+01:00

There are three types of sex in a marriage. The first one is Kitchen Sex. This is when you are newlyweds, and you're still having fun, so you do it anywhere, anytime - but mostly the kitchen.

The second type is Bedroom Sex. This is when you have settled down a bit and probably have kids, so you can't do it anywhere except the bedroom.

The third type of sex is Hallway Sex. This is when you pass each other in the hall and say, ''Screw you.''

But there's also a fourth kind called Courtroom Sex. This is when you are getting a divorce and you try to screw each other in public.

sonofabitch

2009-08-14T17:54:00.003+01:00

you better know what you are doing!

you one selfish bastard!

not the only one!

i will not let you go if things doesn't go well!

check on yourself first before you do on others!

better beware of your action!

you are one step too close and one step to hell!

YOU BETTER KNOW WHAT YOU ARE DOING!!

this is where it begins

2009-07-23T00:34:00.004+01:00

Weather: Checked
Exam result: Checked
Parents: Checked
Gown: Checked

Everything is CHECKED! 13th of July 2009, a day where you think it is the end of all the sufferings and bitter sweet memories of university life. But it is NOT! Life is only starts to work out and new challenges are nicely scaled on the long winded road ahead. What done is not really done! Everything seems simple after all the years of hard work and tough education.

Face the facts Adrian, life is not done yet! One more year of challenges ahead. Greeting the predicament as early as summer is not a bad start.

Friends, I wish everyone a good start of their life and future endeavours!

Down Memory Lane

Michael Jackson

2009-06-26T09:36:00.003+01:00

It was today, the world saw the last of the 'King of Pop'. Michael Jackson has passed away peacefully at Los Angeles. It is such a pity to see the passing of the great pop star.

Ranging from Black or White to his famous moon-walking on stage, he would be remembered forever for his act. Recent ill-health and infamous scandal that hit him, he went through hell. Despite all this scandal, everyone still would not forget him.

Michael Joseph Jackson (29 August 1958 - 25 June 2009)

Wimbledon 2009

2009-06-22T08:07:00.002+01:00

Hi guys and gals, the Wimbledon Open 2009 begins today! Rafael Nadal drop a bombshell saying that he won't be defending his title this year due to injury to his knee. Roger Federer will have his chance to claw back to the top of the ATP rankings. Local favourite, Andy Murray will also seek this opportunity to win his first major and also the first Britist man to win the Wimbledon crown since Fred Perry. It is an uphill task for Murray still as he could meet Roger Federer in the final. It would be an interesting match to watch after an epic final in last year's Wimbledon.

Roger Federer is ready to roar!

Andy Murray in action.

Ana Ivanovic

Great week ahead. Hope to see surprises here in the Wimbledon!

Review 3 - Barcelona, Spain

2009-06-21T23:04:00.002+01:00

Our last stop of the week long trip in Europe, which is Barcelona, Spain.

We address them as the Catalans. Famous for its football (Yeah, the beat us in the Final). Anyways, we started of by hunting for our hostel, which located along Passeig de Gracia.

Along Passeig de Gracia, there's where the high street shopping is. Naming from the famous local brand Zara to our very own Jimmy Choo. We come back to that later on.

We begin with the Nou Camp.

Inside the Nou Camp.

Seats in the ground.

Press room.

Sponsors.

I hate you, Barca!

The trophy cabinet? Ah, can't match United's.

You thought Megatron has landed in Barcelona?

I-don't-know-what I-am-doing pose.

Olden day foos-ball table.

8-9-10

Hristo Stoichkov.

We will own you one day!

Moving on to the next thing in the city. The Gaudi architecture.

The call it - Sargrada Familia.

Look what's behind it.

Sargrada Familia is built since 1882 by Antoni Gaudi. What is amazing about it, it is not fully constructed yet! Expected to be ready by 2026. Interesting isn't it?

The bottom of the structure.

After that, we wandered around Barcelona like a headless chicken. The pictures below are randomly taken.

Along La Ramblas.

Look what I found! Kuala Lumpur!!

Guess what, the world is REALLY small!

and Obama!

Barcelona is a must go-again city! I would take my time out to travel to Barcelona again with more cash in pocket to spend.

In a nutshell, nothing is perfect but the experience during the whole journey from Rome to Barcelona was a great one and not to be forgotten for many many years! Great travelling mates i.e. Gavin, Ming, Sebastian, Vivian and Vi-Lyn. Thank you for the patience and I wish that it could have been better. Adios!

Review 2 - Madrid, Spain

2009-06-21T22:51:00.003+01:00

Some say Madrid is BORING. Hmm.. I can't do any assumption before visiting the place. What I am going to do here is to show you 'part' of Madrid where I had managed to visit.

Before going into the pictures taken, Let me tell you a little history of the Spanish capital.

Madrid is well-known because of its bull-fighting. But for some of us, "Did you go to Santiago Bernebeu?" A roadside auntie and Ah Pek say, "Eh, Madrid ah. Got see Beckham there ah? He play football there one leh. Lah-ul also leh!! (Raul too)."

Yeah yeah, Real Madrid. The Galaticos. Anyways, bull-fighting is well-knowned there. World famous bull fighters come from Mexico, Portugal and locally too, fight in the famous arena, the Plaza de Toros de Las Ventas.

Too bad we can't see any bull on that day. We missed the bull fight by one day! Argh!

The Plaza de Toros de Las Ventas. Picture from Wikipedia.

The bull ring.

In Las Ventas.

The Royal Box. The seat is only vacated by the Royal family e.g. the King of Spain.

In the middle of the ring.

Hiding from the sun?

The bulls are coming!

Look at the marks on the 'wooden' wall.

A glimpse of Las Ventas outside. *Ignore both of them*

Madrid wasn't as perfect as we thought. Next, Barcelona!

Review 1 - Rome, Italy

2009-06-21T22:11:00.006+01:00

We started of with Rome. The Vatican City. Wondering if you have not brought your passport along to Vatican, and oh SH*T!! It is another COUNTRY in ITALY! Wait a minute! It cannot be. But where the hell are the Border Officers (Immigration)? A little history of the Vatican City. Vatican City is the smallest country in the world by both area and population. The ruler is the Pope. Yeah! The Pope is the King, Prime Minister, President and bla bla.. whatever you want to call him.

That's one of the building in St. Peter's Square. And I am not the Pope!

You would not want to believe that the Swiss Guards there are well photographed.

Inside the building.

You can roughly see what the Pope sees during masses.

Here we are in the St. Peter's Square.

Amazing, isn't it?

So from the Square, we are off to else where, err... I am not sure where to but I am clearly aware we are going away from the Square.

Time off before heading 'somewhere'

In front of the 'National' Museum.

The Pantheon.

Pinocchio?

His nose ain't growing any longer.

The carpenter's workshop.

The Trevi Fountain.

The wishing fountain, where you can make one that one day, it would probably come true.

Quoted from Wikipedia.

"A traditional legend holds that if visitors throw a coin into the fountain, they are ensured a return to Rome. Among those who are unaware that the "three coins" of Three Coins in the Fountain were thrown by three different individuals, a reported current interpretation is that two coins will lead to a new romance and three will ensure either a marriage or divorce. A reported current version of this legend is that it is lucky to throw three coins with one's right hand over one's left shoulder into the Trevi Fountain."

Wishing for.... *toss the coin*

The next day, we hiked our way to the famous Colosseum.

The sneak peak.

Here we are!

The interior.

More of it.

The other half.

Amazing view.

Oops.. The wrong way!

Outside of the Colosseum.

The ruins of the Roman Empire.

Part of the ruins.

Away from the Colosseum. Smile there, Gavin.

To sum all up about Rome, I would give 2 thumbs up!

Finally, it's done for now!

2009-06-09T16:58:00.002+01:00

Grueling months of assignments, projects, and exams! It's finally done and dusted for the moment! Can't be bothered to talk about the last one but to enjoy the moment of temporary freedom.

Take a breather!

What to do now?!

Rome, Madrid and Barcelona coming up this Thursday till the following Friday.

That's all I can say for the moment. Plans will just flow as it goes.

and TENNIS!!!

Apple Worldwide Developers Conference 2009 - FULL UPDATES

2009-06-08T18:25:00.014+01:00

Live from Appleinsider.com:

1) Revised MacBook Pro for 15inch: faster processor with 8GB RAM, replacement with SD slot, price starting from $1699

2) Revised price for 17inch MacBook Pro: starting from $2499

3) Updated 13 inch MacBook: additional SD card slot, price down $300 thus STARTS at $1199, 8GB RAM, backlit keyboard

4) Snow Leopard released; existing user can upgrade at $29, available in September 09

5) new QuickTime X: better features

6) new iPhone 3G S - S is for Speed, same design, 3MP camera, PRICE $199 for 16GB, $299 for 32GB

7) Price slash for iPhone 3G to $99 for 8GB

The Great Roger Federer!

2009-06-08T11:51:00.003+01:00

Yes! FINALLY!!

Well done, Federer! Finally, he has achieved a career grand slam of 14, equaling Pete Sampras' record. From his first title, the 2003 Wimbledon Open to the now 14th grand slam, the 2009 French Open (which is his first one). Congratulation on the winning and hail the great!

Next stop, the Wimbledon!

Roland Garros Final

2009-06-06T08:47:00.003+01:00

Roland Garros 2009 a.k.a The French Open is drawing close this Sunday with the Men's Singles Final. The final will be 2nd seeded Roger Federer and Robin Sordeling who knocked out a host of top seeds in the tournament, namely Rafael Nadal, Andy Murray and Fernando Gonzalez. Kudos to this Swedish player who is seeded out of the top 20 and he would be playing the great FedEx.

Federer started the match not too well. The lanky del Potro serves his way out with multiple of Aces. It took Federer about 2 hours plus to break the Argentine. Then, the final spot came calling in his 4th set, by trashing him 6-1. In his final set, Federer lost his break advantage but regain it back after he broke del Potro's serve right after. At the end, Federer's stamina champion his opponent as del Potro looked exhausted. Well done to Federer!

Captions from Federer's semi-final match yesterday.

Try again next year, it's mine NOW!!

2009-06-06T00:31:00.000+01:00

Your view on yourself:

You are down-to-earth and people like you because you are so straightforward. You are an efficient problem solver because you will listen to both sides of an argument before making a decision that usually appeals to both parties.

The type of girlfriend/boyfriend you are looking for:

You are a true romantic. When you are in love, you will do anything and everything to keep your love true.

Your readiness to commit to a relationship:

You are ready to commit as soon as you meet the right person. And you believe you will pretty much know as soon as you might that person.

The seriousness of your love:

Your have very sensible tactics when approaching the opposite sex. In many ways people find your straightforwardness attractive, so you will find yourself with plenty of dates.

Your views on education

Education is less important than the real world out there, away from the classroom. Deep inside you want to start working, earning money and living on your own.

The right job for you:

You have plenty of dream jobs but have little chance of doing any of them if you don't focus on something in particular. You need to choose something and go for it to be happy and achieve success.

How do you view success:

You are afraid of failure and scared to have a go at the career you would like to have in case you don't succeed. Don't give up when you haven't yet even started! Be courageous.

What are you most afraid of:

You are concerned about your image and the way others see you. This means that you try very hard to be accepted by other people. It's time for you to believe in who you are, not what you wear.

Who is your true self:

You are mature, reasonable, honest and give good advice. People ask for your comments on all sorts of different issues. Sometimes you might find yourself in a dilemma when trapped with a problem, which your heart rather than your head needs to solve.

From http://www.quizbox.com/personality/test82.aspx

I can see the finishing line...

2009-06-04T01:19:00.004+01:00

at 11.45am today, I walked out of The Academy and YES! It's almost the end of my engineering education which span for 3 years long. I am glad that I have been through thick and thin and survive with what I can say it was very satisfying! I am very fortunate to have helpful and kind friends who are willing to help. I might have fallen into the right path at the right time. I am glad and there's no complaints! There's ups and downs which I believe that could help me throughout my journey here so far.

There's one more to go and it will not be taken for granted. Tools and Techniques for Enterprise which is the final paper on the coming Tuesday. I am willing to work hard even I know essay would be a predicament which I could face in the future. This is the first step towards greater challenge!

Apart from myself on my coming-to-an-end undergraduate journey, Roger Federer had came through even more difficult challenges before today. In his last 16 match in the French Open, he overcame a 2-0 deficit to come back 3-2 winning his final 3 sets to secure a place in the quarter-final.

Monfils hails the Champion!

His quarter-final opponent, frenchman Gael Monfils who is the local favourite made Federer work hard for his win. At the end, Federer was the victor. The result, 7-6, 6-2, 6-4. now Roger Federer will face Argentine Juan Martin del Potro. Looking forward for the match between FedEx a.ka. Federer and lanky Argentinian, del Potro.

The shot!

Getting over to the ball!

Astonishing - Soderling, Dethroned - Nadal

2009-05-31T21:37:00.005+01:00

Gone in the wind!

Well done Soderling! You have done us good! Nadal is unstoppable before but now he is STOPPED! The World Number 1, Rafael Nadal has been beaten by Swedish Robin Soderling. The result was 6-2, 6-7, 6-4, 7-6. Great match!

Now, Federer has the chance to clinch his first French Grand Slam which the only one eluded from his trophy cabinet!

More agony! Adios!

Updates for myself

2009-05-31T01:41:00.002+01:00

Dear readers,

Thank you for dropping by to read on the previous posts. I am aware that I have not been updating about myself recently. I have been more 'busy' updating the French Open 2009 daily. Yeah, that's what I have been doing lately.

Besides that exams aren't over yet! 2 more papers and the next will be on this Wednesday. Horrific! Sensors module isn't easy at all. S**T! Engaging on the act of multi-tasking isn't tough at all. Hehe. Watching Roland Garros and study. Who say it is hard? Like 99% on TV rather study.

I hope that you all won't be bored of my posts of Roland Garros tennis updates in recent weeks. hang on for more stuff to be posted!

Roland Garros - Day 7 (30/5/2009)

2009-05-31T01:29:00.004+01:00

Roger Federer survived an early scared. Losing his first set 4-6 in the match against Frenchman Paul-Henri Matheu. However, he made a comeback by winning the match impressively 6-1, 6-4, 6-4.

Federer returning with a backhand shot.

Staring point blank! *Maybe not! He's checking out on the French chick!

Roland Garros - Day 5 (28/5/2009)

2009-05-29T10:17:00.004+01:00

Roger Federer played his 2nd Round match on Day 5. Amazing victory for the 2nd seed. A win over Argentine Jose Acasuso after both rallied to win the 2nd round encounter which saw Federer came out top. The result was 7-6, 5-7, 7-6, 6-2.

In the next round, Federer will face France Paul-Henri Mathieu on course to win his first French Open Grand Slam.

Quoted from the great Swiss;

“Of course, I’m thrilled to be through,” said Federer, who saved four set points in the first tiebreaker. “It was sort of a fun match to be part of with so many ups and downs."

On th women's court now 29/5/2009, Ana Ivanovic is playing now! (10.26am of GMT+0). She's leading 4-0 in her first set against Iveta Besenova. :D

Facebook

2009-05-26T20:49:00.004+01:00

What do you think? Friendster or MySpace? No! Facebook! They are evaluated at $10 billion which is more than Starbucks. Can you imagine that? You don't sell coffee to be evaluated that much. Just digital advertisement on the world wide web. And the best thing is the world wide web is not even physically available. How amazing that this social website which is created by Mark Zuckerberg (Harvard graduate programmer), can earn that much respect and investment from around the world. Mircrosoft had invested initially and now more and more investors are pouring in money (some would say in terms of preferred stocks). Most recently, it was a Russian company, Digital Sky Technologies.

Despite the economic slump, Facebook's revenue jumped impresively by 70% this year. By 2010, the company is planning on profits. No matter how the economic weather would be in the next few years, the amazing growth in terms of users in millions would provide a perfect profitable campaign for the start of new fiscal year.

Nonetheless, I am impressed of the power of the world wide web these days. You can't just ignore the presence in our own physical world. Physical billboards are out of date? No! They are still as effective but not in terms of cost. What are the cost of one advertisement on the web? I don't think you would want to know. Number of users are growing exponentially in the world wide web. And Why Would We Want To Ignore Them? Think about it!

Sources: Bloomberg.com and Facebook.com

Roland Garros - Day 2 (25/5/2009)

2009-05-25T18:48:00.001+01:00

The usual suspects, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer won their respective matches. It was an initial difficult route for Nadal as his opponent, Marcos Daniel gave him a tough time in his first set. At the end, it was Nadal's win by 7-5, 6-4, 6-3.

Spotting a pink outfit?

Roger Federer won his match by 6-4, 6-3, 6-2 against Alberto Martin from Spain. He will meet Argentine Jose Acasuso in the next round.

Running for the ball!

Forehand serve from Federer

For the women's, Ana Ivanovic did not play today but her next opponent is from Thailand, Tamarine Tanasugarn. Interesting! :D

Updates around the sporting world

2009-05-25T02:16:00.005+01:00

Formula One

Jenson Button has once again clinched the vital victory at Monaco GP. Starting from pole, he had all his chances to seal the 10 points. Yet, again Brawn 1-2 with Rubens Barrichello coming 2nd.

Another torrid day for the McLarens. Lewis Hamilton, the defending champion finished 12th after starting from the back of the grid. Teammate Heikki Kovalainen had an accident which forced him to retire. Well, we need more consistency and power to win! Where's the spirit, boys?!

Lewis Hamilton from the pits at Monaco GP.

English Premier League

It's the end of the 2008/09 season. Manchester United capped a wonderful ending by Darron Gibson scoring a wonderful goal. Spectacular! Hope to see him next season as regular. The end it was 1-0 to United. However, Hull was lucky to survive the relegation battle despite losing to United. They were lucky as Newcastle and Middlesborough were the unlucky sides who lost their crucial last day match, which they badly needed 3 full points to survive. Darn unlucky! Goodbye Newcastle. From the wonderful years of Sir Bobby Robson's boys who had beaten Barcelona in the Champions League to the fall-out of the Newcastle owner, Mike Ashley, it seems all good things must come to an end. Big names clearout is expected and Championship football for a year then.

Till death do them apart from the Premier League

Roland Garros 2009 - Day 1 (24/5/2009)

No big names were playing on Day 1. Apart from that, only Andy Murray and Ana Ivanovic were the notable ones who are playing. Both got off with a good start by winning impressively.

Andy Murray beat Juan Ignacio Chela 6-2, 6-2, 6-1

Anna Ivanovic beat Sara Errani 7-6, 6-3

That's all for the update for the weekend!

Roland Garros 2009

2009-05-24T10:12:00.006+01:00

Roland Garros 2009 is back in Paris. Will Nadal go on to win again? Will Federer be ending his barren run here? The only Grand Slam eluded from his glorious career and 1 more to match the great Pete Sampras. A week ago, Federer reduces the odd to win against Nadal on clay by beating Nadal at the Madrid Masters (Clay court). Does this mean Nadal is going weaker? (I hope so) Anyways, Federer is my bet to clinch the Roland Garros this year!

Federer in action!

Nadal with his forceful forehand return!

Great rivalries between 2 great champions!

The Roland Garros starts on the 24th of May till the Final on the 7th of June 2009. Looking forward to the finals.

Anyways, Ana Ivanovic is hot!

Ana Ivanovic showing off!

Ooh La La!

One down, 3 more to go

2009-05-21T19:27:00.002+01:00

Hooray! one off the shoulder and 3 more to go. Today's paper wasn't smooth sailing but decent. Not excellent but decent. I will be shooting myself at my feet for not going through at some parts of the module which could make a lot of difference.

*Pray Pray* Oh dear god, bless me! 1% Luck 99% Perspiration

I meant what I said.

here we go!

2009-05-21T02:23:00.005+01:00

Books are really flying!

Approximately 12 more hours to my first paper and I am here still blogging. I can't believe it has finally arrive. Am I suppose to be happy or sad? Mixed feelings as I am not totally confident of getting distinction and I am happy because it is already starting.

Books are really terrible and exams are worst.

Wish everyone best of luck and I hope for n times of LUCK!

18 and counting

2009-05-18T11:30:00.003+01:00

did I just smell a sour vinegar-like smell around? Liverpool's fat Spanish waiter is on the rant again. Bla bla bla bla.. Reluctantly congratulating United for the famous 18th title overall in the English league history. He's not conceding defeat, that's good! But not good enough as long he's talking more crap. Gerrard was saying that this was the first time he felt the heat of title race (after a long time) What a loser! Go home! Oh where? Merseyside? Where? No one heard that before!

Old Trafford is where it belong to!

Federer v. Nadal - Madrid Masters

2009-05-17T10:15:00.003+01:00

Federer vs. Nadal

Showdown of the top 2 players in the world. Yesterday, Nadal hard-fought to win the match against Djokovic. Thrilling match which lasted for more than 4 hours. Sad for Djokovic but it was an undeserving win for Nadal. Home ground (Madrid though he's born in Majorca). Anyways, clay king vs the great Federer today, would it be Federer's shot to kill off Nadal's clay streak?

Federer a.k.a. FedEx

Nadal

Nadal has been playing and 3 consecutive titles in the bag. HE is no doubt tired. But his physical fitness is awesome. Shots after shots, he's like beyond god like. Today, I hope for Federer's greatness to surpress the clay champion of the world!

Champione Champione Champione Ole Ole Ole

2009-05-17T10:03:00.006+01:00

Yes, we did it again! 3 consecutive premier league title! Congratulation to the team for the wonderful season though they have been ups and downs in the season. Great job but Tevez is LEAVING as he seemed to wave to the loyal supporters in the ground as he was substituted out before the whistle.

ANYWAYS, LIVERPOOL! ARE YOU WATCHING? TOO BAD!!!!!! YOU SHITES! TALK SO MUCH S*** AND YOU ARE REALLY S***!!!

The Premier League trophy with the team

Fergie with his 11th title and United's 18th

Liverpool, you are really crap!

Are you looking over from Merseyside? Lol.

rally is on!

2009-05-16T10:03:00.003+01:00

The finishing line is not far away. BUT it's not finished as yet. There are more to come and what makes it more interesting is that the challenge ahead is paved and destined.

Countdown to the first one begins at 10.05 am, 16th May 2009 till 4.00 pm, 9th June 2009.

Showdown! Let the game begin!

Forecast

2009-05-14T23:22:00.002+01:00

I am forecasting the number of posts in prez[dot]blog.

The number will be...........

FORTY / 40 / EMPAT PULUH /

Yeah!

Can it be hit?

We will see!!

Guess who's here! and Did you know?

2009-05-12T23:45:00.006+01:00

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, let the tide not sweep you away. And look what has arrive!

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Tah Dah!!!!!

the Wilson K-Pro Open

with the bag

Man, I can't wait to finish all the papers soon!

P/S: Did you know? This is the 100th post of the Prez[dot]Blog.

Hooray!

Wimbledon Final 2008 - Amazing!

2009-05-12T00:20:00.001+01:00

Wimbledon Final 2008 Nadal Vs. Federer from Whizkid One on Vimeo.

X Commandments

2009-05-11T22:26:00.002+01:00

thou shall

i. study for final exams

ii. not go gym too often

iii. eat lesser

iv. spend less

v. plan summer weeks

vi. play more tennis after exams

vii. book flight ticket home

viii. be more realistic

ix. worry less

x. not call for the tenth commandment!

by adrian-is-not-a-Drain

one step closer

2009-05-11T00:39:00.003+01:00

Final week of lectures means the final week for my undergraduate lectures!!!! Oh my... what a time to end it and how fast can you imagine. This also means EXAM IS VERY NEAR!

First stop, 21st May - Variable Speed Drives. Then, 26th May - Control Systems II. Thirdly, 3rd June - Sensors and Instrumentation and FINALLY, on the 9th June - Tools and Techniques for Enterprise. WOOOOOHOOOO!!!

BUT!

NOTHING IS DONE ON REVISION!!!!!!!!

:(

Another thing which is coming to an end, the English Premier League and the Champions League. Usual suspect, Manchester United is on course to retaining both titles in coming weeks.

The Premier League trophy

The Champions League trophy

Can we do it again? YES WE CAN!

CAN I DO IT? I DON'T KNOW! :(

Wishing everyone the best of luck!!

Look, who's going to Rome!

2009-05-07T16:14:00.005+01:00

OOh yeah! Well done, United! Bravo for making it thru to the Finals in Rome again, but not against Chelsea (last year) but Barcelona (nemesis of the last year's semi-final). Gave Arsenal a thrashing of 3-0 ( 4-0 on aggregate). Look who's coming Pep!

Anyways, I will be going to Rome as well as my 1st destination after exams. The list of places is virtually (maybe realistically) infinite. Sorry to all readers for not updating much.

Jailed for assignments, final year project, and EXAMS! The sentence was harsh but forgiven.

Knowing that time really flies if you don't appreciate every single second, I was able to carve out some time for tennis over the last week (not this week). Decided to make a deal with my dad for a new racket (for me Birthday) Hehe.. At last, I have got one through the web. (Milletsports.co.uk). View below for the full snapshot of the racket. (Courtesy of Tennis-Warehouse.com)

Wilson K Factor KPro Open Racquets

Pretty much of what I have done the last few weeks. Revised deadlines as follows:
1)Viva Voce (Project Presentation) - 8 May 2009
2) Final year project report - 14 May 2009

I need the luck, all the perseverance I had put in should be included into the equation!! (Hopeful)

everything must come to an end

2009-04-15T15:59:00.002+01:00

Easter holiday is coming to an end in 4 days time. Malaysian Night is just 3 days away. I felt that I have just finish producing the Malaysian Night with the rest like just a couple of days ago. You know what, I think I am laging behind time. Time is catching up! My god.. can it be slowed down?

Exam time table is out as well. Prefer this time table than the last one. Starts on the 21st May and ends on the 9th June. Each paper per week. 4 papers. BUT nothing is ready!!!!

*Screaming out*!

what about today

2009-04-13T10:40:00.002+01:00

Easter holiday is coming to end precisely in a week. Time do really flies. What have I done?

1) almost 60% of project work
2) none of the 2 coursework
3) gym (almost constantly)
4) Study and revise (a little skeptical about it)
5)

See, I don't even know what I have done. Nothing much instead of slacking around the clock.

P/s: purpose of this post: meet up the quota of post per month

No.6

2009-04-06T00:07:00.002+01:00

Have you ever thought you would see all of them succeed in your lifetime? Some had ups and downs in their career. Some might not be able to reach the peak of their career or some might just be an average person throughout.

A couple of days ago, our 5th Prime Minister, Tun Abdullah Badawi had stepped aside to make way for the always-expected, Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak (son of the 2nd Prime Minister Tun Abdul Razak). Congratulation to the man and kudos to Tun Abdullah for his civil service to the people of Malaysia since the 70s.

Ever wonder, the likes of Tunku Abdul Rahman, Tun Abdul Razak, Tun Hussein Onn and Tun Dr. Mahathir would emerge again in the future. There you go, we have one now, who is in the mold of his very own father. Datuk Seri Najib has never thought that he would take over as the leader of the country. But I would always thought otherwise. Being the son of the ex-PM, why would not he thought so? Watch the future, the cycle has repeat itself. Tun Abdul Razak son is now starting the cycle. What about the likes of Datuk Seri Hishamuddin Tun Hussein? Mukhriz Tun Mahathir?

Tun Abdul Razak was the Father of Development. Najib? Father of Development 2? Get ready Malaysia. We could witness the new development of Malaysia towards achieving Vision 2020. Malaysia - A Developed Country. I came across on Wikipedia on one fine day. I found out that Malaysia is bidding to host the 2020 Olympic Games. Can we do it, Najib? The country is counting on you to get the bid.

Negative reactions on the current government has been looming for over a year since the 2008 general election. Malaysia is a land of full potential. We want to see it prosper to its highest level which benefits everyone in Malaysia. Datuk Seri Najib has got a lot to do once stepping into Putrajaya on the Monday morning. Drafting plans for the future of everyone in Malaysia. We are counting on you, Mr PM! We want to see the anticipated change to the current government.

Congratulation again to Datuk Seri Najib on his appointed as the new Premier of Malaysia!

something new

2009-03-22T21:15:00.005Z

ah! My previous post was to channel my anger to.

Anyway, I have found something new to do!

TENNIS

Why haven't my dad taught me tennis since young. I find it much more fun now! I missed out a lot on what I could do when I was young. I could have been playing tennis every day with my dad. But now, this what I am picking up from scratch (I guess, it's still not too late).

Played a couple of times in Sportcity Manchester, getting hold on the racket, movement, etc etc.. It's hard though as I played badminton my whole life. wrist movement is wrong in tennis. Swing your arms! Oh my, that's got to be tough for a amateur like me. Very well, it's not too old to do something new!

Can I be like him?

Haha, thats a joke! Nah, I would be satisfied if I could play a decent tennis game.

too much

2009-03-22T21:07:00.004Z

Oh gosh.. its already the 3rd month of the year!!

it's all about too much!!!

too much of work
too much to think about
too much of food
too much of cabs
too much of stupid things
too much of crazy things
too much of books
too much of words
too much of papers
too much of shit!

and it is always because of TOO LITTLE TIME!!!!!!!!

Things Just Fallin' Off

2009-03-06T19:15:00.000Z

This morning as I was buttoning my shirt, a button fell off. After that, I picked up my briefcase, and the handle fell off. Then I went to open the door, and the doorknob fell off. I went to get into my car, and the door handle came off in my hand. Now I'm afraid to pee.

I knew that..

2009-03-05T19:48:00.002Z

1) it is harder than I thought

2) love is not L-O-V-E

3) hardwork really pays off

4) there's no short cut to success

5) simple logic is everything

6) time really flies

7) looking forward is better than looking at past success

8) procrastinating is a form of DEATH

10) it will eventually come!

Charity Drive

2009-02-15T11:53:00.003Z

Be bold and do good!

"Shave bald and do good!"

What do you think folks? Going bald for a few months for the sake of the hardship of many (e.g. Cancer-stricken patients, HIV-infected children, poor kids etc etc). Do aware of their existence?

Will you do something to help them?

Will you be the one? Will you stand up for them? Will you get your friends to help?

Think about it! Get it done! Come out and help!

P/s: Dear readers, I've got this idea from the top of my head on one fine day. I am hoping to get it done on one fine day.

Little Johnny... Stand up

2009-02-12T17:19:00.000Z

A new teacher tries to make use of her psychology courses. The first day of class, she starts by saying, "Everyone who thinks they're stupid, stand up!"

After a few seconds, Little Johnny stands up. The teacher asks, "Do you think you're stupid, Johnny?"

"No, ma'am, but I hate to see you standing there all by yourself."

Amazing

2009-02-10T00:19:00.001Z

tiny thoughts

2009-02-08T11:14:00.002Z

Week 1 and counting. Things are moving as fast as the stocks drop from the peak value a year ago. Speaking of the terrible economy in the world and political chaos back home, I don't foresee any fast forward to the new chapter of rejuvenated world.

Months of speculation of where my future lies, I come to a decision to stay back in Manchester to continue a post-graduate studies in the business field. However, I am still skeptical about the whole structure of the business studies. Having getting views from friends and acquaintances, they might have the impact on the decisions made as much as I thought. A wise man yesterday said that whatever you have decided, don't look back and look towards the future. "Your father had high hopes on you. Don't disappoint him too much!" he said. I would sometimes consider him an "advising father" to me over here.

"Nothing comes without EFFORT"

Till then.

25 random things, facts, habits, or goals about yourself

2009-02-08T11:09:00.000Z

1. I hate to go to the toilet after seeing snakes on tv, papers, etc
2. I like to rush into things
3. I repeat same mistakes
4. I am shy
5. I want to grow taller
6. I want to have everything
7. I do like to be lonely at times but not all the time
8. I like to be around with a lot of friends but not too many friends.
9. I am bad at wording my thoughts
10. I don't like conflicts
11. I would like to beat up people that I don't like (havent done any yet :P)
12. I always think that I have a lot but there are none.
13. I hate what I am studying now.
14. I want to earn my 1st big buck$$.
15. I eat and sit = FAT
16. I have gastric
17. Barrack Obama is half-related to me (theoretically)
18. Never been away from home besides to UK for studies
19. I am afraid of being in the plane during taxing and landing.
20. I hate roller coaster ride
21. I have 3 phones and computers at the same time
22. I would love to wake up every morning to say Good Morning to beloved one.
23. Hospitals and medicine make me sick
24. I am eager to start fresh anew of something
25. I realized that I have 25 random facts, thoughts, habit, goals to share here.

Welcome the Ox!

2009-01-25T14:54:00.003Z

Wishing everyone a Happy and Prosperous Chinese New Year!

May all the tangerines remain in proper and the ox remain in bullish mood!

Quote of the day, "Everyone faces rejection in life. if you don't, you must be God!"

Walk the walk, talk the talk

2009-01-20T10:48:00.003Z

Man of his words, "Change" is crucial in mankind. We need the change to see the world in its sustainable mode. Racial division is a crack! Believe in what it can be done! Chance is always need to be given to, in order for change!

The day has arrive! The historic day! Capitol Hill witness the change!

Soon-to-be President Barrack Obama.

"Change We Need"

Well done!

mid-morning post

2009-01-18T02:57:00.003Z

Greetings to all readers. 1st post of the year 2009. Barely 20 days into the 1st month, I am already struggling with my exams. Not a good start for the year. Adding to the 'misfortune', Chinese New Year falls on mid-way towards the end of my 1st semester exams. What a occasion to usher in the new year of Ox. How horrific can it be.

Exams start on the 22nd January to be precise. Ends on the 5th day of CNY. Well, can it be that long more? Reminisces the moment of celebrating my 1st CNY away from home in 2007 and 2008. This would be one of the year which it is 'fortunately' fall on CNY week. I can go on complaining and whining like a pig and things won't change.

Things to change for this new year of 2009! Read the next blog entry to know what are the (new) resolutions up and running for the next 11 months.

TROFFE!!

long gone but not forgotten

2008-12-27T21:48:00.007Z

hi to all readers, i appologize for my ignorance and lazy-ass behaviour of not updating my 'beloved' blog. I may have hate it or lose the love for my blog. Hmmm.. Can it be a relapse of emotional state? Anyway, it was a busy month of october and november. From busy schedule of lectures to MSSM duty, i really dont know where did my time have gone to. whether it is my nature or its fate, i had jump from trouble to another. Since stepping aside from duty of MSSM, I thought I was done. But it never left me. UKEC is the name.

Did a bit of traveling during winter break. Dublin was the first stop then Belfast. Back in Manchester for a day and off to Scotland the next day. Let the road trip begin!

p/s:sorry vincent!

Isle of Skye was the first on the list. Saucy Mary? Well, it will be explained later. Next stop, Inverness. The famous monster in Lochness (pity, she was not spotted). Last but not least, Edinburgh! An amazing city with lights of the city was flashing the night life!

Exams are on the way! 22nd January till the 30th January 2009. Preparation wasn't going at the right pace! Interviews crop out in between of preparations. (Fingers cross!)

This my brief update on me for the year 2008 end to the beginning of 2009!

Happy belated new year! and Do come back for more this end of the month!

Good luck to all for exams!

A Night Before

2008-09-18T00:39:00.003+01:00

A random blog entry from me at 12.40am in the morning. Return from the worst club event of my life in Manchester. Road House it is. What I have experience before, wasn't the greatest but this was the worst I have been. Music wasn't that bad actually but the atmosphere wasn't there for me and my friends to enjoy. So, we decided, "That's it!" Get out!"

A couple of man asked us about it, "The atmosphere wasn't that great, don't waste your money in there" Wait! wasting money! I have wasted like £2.90 for a bottle of Budweiser. What ever it is. Experience that counts!

Purple People Orientation tutoring starts like in 10 hours. City Bus Tour. 8 people in a team. 3 Buses at one go. New Freshers! Hopefully well-behaved! :)

things to be done

2008-09-10T10:07:00.003+01:00

Being 'lepak-ing' around for the last few days enjoying my free time. Now, need to get some serious work done.

First things first;
1) Finish up internship applications
2) Meeting up with career adviser and personal tutor
3) Orientation training
4) Application to masters studies?
5) MSSM work resumes
6) Options selections for final year
7) Unpacking
8) Rearrange and clean up my room

*blog more i suppose?*

9.9.08

2008-09-09T09:26:00.003+01:00

4 days since i got off the plane. Manchester has been ever MANCHESTER. GLOOMY and SHITTY.

spent loads of money the past few days. time to eat in. groceries are expensive nowadays.

Has recession hit England yet? Bad economy. Having spent 10pounds of quality groceries, I only get a little stuff.

counting down the day to hectic work and crazy hour of studies and projects.

back in Manchester

2008-09-06T11:59:00.003+01:00

back to the gloomy, rainy city. where else, but Manchester. Got off from the plane today after a grueling flight. Sitting at the tail-end of the plane and gastric attack.

piccadilly point still the same. messy as usual at the corridor lane as well as the kitchen.

Room sweet room. enlightening the room with groovy music.

What else i need is my full time rest and regular exercise back on track!

voyage

2008-09-02T06:13:00.003+01:00

3 days an counting. 3 months of summer holidays back home is coming to an end. Packing is normally an uninspiring thing which I would always don't look forward to do but this time, I have nothing as much like last years.

Less shopping and less money spend this year (Recession?)

Can it be the same as last year? I don't see the urge to go back this time but neither do i want to stay back here.

Meeting up with a bunch of friends at Shi Hui's farewell was delightful and fun get together.

Piccadilly Point here I come home!

p/s: Selamat Berpuasa to all my Muslim friends and Happy 51st Merdeka to Malaysia!

bad hair day

2008-08-31T10:51:00.003+01:00

might have woke up on the wrong side of the bed, today i m unlucky.

not a day to look back. why must all chinese get the same haircut and the chinese hair dresser thinks every chinese boys wanna look alike.

piss off!!!

Milestone

2008-08-30T02:23:00.003+01:00

Tah dah!!!!!! here's my new theme.. 'Long' awaited theme.. Nah.. found a simple yet clean theme.

I just found out that in 2008 I have blog more times than the previous years in 2006 and 2007. What an achievement.. :P nothing to be proud of. Just 4 blogs away from last year.

P/s: Adrian will blog more till end of this year.

rest.health.experience.OLD

2008-08-29T17:37:00.005+01:00

Health is wealth. Haven't been feeling well since I came back from Manchester. A good rest is what i need most, just before I step foot on foreign soil again.

What I can say is that time really flies. 3 years since I first step foot on Manchester soil. In less than a week, life as an 'old man' or whatever your wanna call, is gonna begin. YEAR 3!! Yes sudah TIGA TAHUN!! Fuh!! Can't believe!!

There's a few milestone to achieve. I have been in the Malaysian Students' Society of Manchester (MSSM) family for the past 2 years. Joined the 1st time in 2006 as ordinary member, serve as the Webmaster and now outgoing President for the year 2007/2008. 2 more months of service and then I am off duty and focus on my 3rd Year (hopefully not my final year). I had a wonderful time with the MSSM family. Thanking my mentors like Alex D'netto and Vince Chong whom they had guid me through the years in MSSM. Believe me or not, there were blood, sweat and tears were shed during the 2 years service.

I wanna see a change in myself and some of my pals neither back home nor on foreign soil.

Good luck to those who had graduated!!

till then....

running out of time

2008-08-25T17:17:00.003+01:00

Coming to my 3rd Year of studies and i am still undecided. 7 weeks of internship had changed my perception on what I am opting to do after graduation. Engineering or Entrepreneur?

Options I have for myself as follows:
1) Graduate 3rd Year and pursue Masters
2) Graduate 4th Year and pursue 'dream' of becoming qualified engineer
3) Graduate 4th Year and pursue Masters
4) Graduate 3rd Year and work for a couple of years. Pursue MBA after

Options can go on and on but this are favourable choices.

Time really flies. They don't stop and wait. and the worst thing is, they don't notify us.

i want...

2008-08-24T17:45:00.007+01:00

Sorry for the long absence from blogging. It had been a hectic week. Now, it's finally over. But not all yet.

MIA:
1) Internship for 7 week in Infineon
2) Pre-departure Briefing in KL Convention Centre
3) Traveling around (Multiple places)

Well, the greed and impulse is back! I want many things!

iMac 24 inch

PlayStation 3

Samsung LCD Panel

Guess what, I am broke!

Random thoughts

2008-07-26T01:32:00.003+01:00

I always thought

the opposite looks at me
time will heal everything
a lot
that I will be fine
work will be fun
sleeping is the best
people are 2-faced
I can change myself but not
I can handle it myself
emailing is the best way of communication

where about

2008-07-13T10:04:00.003+01:00

where am i? Muar (weekends) and Malacca (weekdays)

Reasons: I am having 7-week internship with Infineon, 8-5.15 daily.

Exam results: out but not accessible.

Misc: Tired of work and fatigue. Need more rest.

Nearing to the end!

2008-06-03T21:51:00.003+01:00

Final paper, tomorrow at 9.45am: Control Systems I

Preparation: mediocre
Results: n/a

It's been a long way to the end. What a year to end on the day where I have to have the hardest paper of all. Preparation wasn't as good as expected. Started only like 4 days ago (not suppose to mention the about it) but it wasn't the right thing I should do for 2nd year.

Next semester: 3rd Year. Crucial! Nothing can stop me from getting towards my final year with all my effort from day 1 in uni.

Looking forward to going home and plans after exams. Not forgetting my family which I left back home and not contacting them for some time is the last thing I would do. Spending my summer holidays with family and friends, is the ultimate thing which I am not going to neglect.

Well, suppose to be studying for the last paper for tomorrow, I will sign off here! Good luck to those who are having their last paper tomorrow.

Exam Updates

2008-05-26T22:50:00.002+01:00

2 down, 3 more to go.

the next one is on Wednesday; 28th May - Machines, Drives and Power Electronics

Revision Update: Not as smooth as expected. Lagging behind by alot.

Help help help!

Kings of Europe!

2008-05-22T18:47:00.004+01:00

European Champions!

Well done United! Double winner of 2007/2008 season. Crowned European Champion in Moscow (hometown of Roman) How ironic!!

Hero of the night, van der Sar saved Anelka's penalty, to win the Champions League title. Rubbing into the wound, Chelsea captain John Terry missed the crucial penalty kick of the sudden death penalty shoot-out.

Cry baby cry, Terry!! Missing the penalty during the shoot-out, Ronaldo was very fortunate to have the lady luck by his team side. But he desrved the standing ovation for his overall performance, scoring the opening goal which was thought to be the winning goal but to the disappointment of the United fans, Chelsea Lampard scored the equaliser just before the half-time. 2 great chances came by just before the equalizing goal, missed by Tevez and the would-have-been goal by Carrick was saved by the face of Terry. Oh my! What a first half!

Opening goal: Ronaldo header!

Second half resumes where Chelsea dominated the whole half. Drogba almost scored but denied by the post. Lucky Lucky United! a couple more chances by Chelsea but too bad, lady luck wasnt on their side. The games went to extra-time, with both side finding the winning goal but to no avail. Chelsea hit the post again, and United's clear chance on goal shot was cleared by the solid defence of Chelsea.

Awful incident at the end of the 2nd half of extra time. SLAP! There goes Drogba! A slap on Vidic's face, and a slap of RED card on your face, you Drog! What an ending to his final! Pathetic! Kah Fai (Chelsea fan) claimed, "He should go, ass!!"

Penalties:
United - Tevez, Carrick, Hargreaves, Nani, Anderson, Giggs [Ronaldo missed]
Chelsea - Ballack, Belletti, Lampard, A.Cole, Kalou [Terry & Anelka missed]

Champione!! Champione!! Champione!!

Tough luck Chelsea, maybe some other time! Goodbye Avram! Farewell!!

Premier League Champions for the 10th time!

Puppy hearts chick

2008-05-18T11:57:00.001+01:00

Courtesy of Gadget Lab from Wired.com

2008-05-17T11:44:00.003+01:00

Apple's second-biggest event of the year, its Worldwide Developers Conference, is drawing near. That means it's time for the tech media's traditional heap of speculation and wishful thinking, hammered into the constraints of a numbered list. So with no further ado, here is Wired.com's list of the top events to expect at WWDC 2008, June 9-13 in San Francisco.

What's that you say? You'd like to go? Hope you already bought your tickets, because WWDC is already sold out. Fortunately, you can see the future right here on Gadget Lab.

Disclaimer: ninety percent of what is written below (or on any gadget blog) will turn out to be far from the mark or just plain wrong, but hey, if we don't make a guess, we won't get anything right.

1. 3G iPhone

We expect this one at least to come true. The stock of current iPhones has dried up. Even the Mothership has run out, and orders are being filled with by a combination of rationing (AT&T is limiting orders to one per customer) and recycling (AT&T is selling reconditioned handsets). The rumors are whirling around us like trailer park dogs in a twister, and seemingly every telco in the world is announcing deals with Apple, bringing the potential market of the iPhone to 500 million.

What to expect? Well, 3G is all but certain. GPS would be nice, although it isn't a standard part of the Infineon chip (pdf) expected to power the iPhone 2.0. The software we mostly know about because the SDK is out there in use and leaking new information almost daily. A proper camera is essential: The crappy 2 megapixel camera in the current iPhone is not much more than an afterthought; the new one should at least have video.

A month ago we asked you what you would like to see and you came up with some crackers: Radio (never), Bluetooth for headphones (maybe), MicroSD slot (yeah, right) and a real keyboard (never!)

Expect the 3G iPhone to become available right around June 15, which is when AT&T employees have been told not to take a vacation (presumably, to deal with the iPhone demand).

Likelihood: 10/10

2. Proper New MacBook Pro

Up until we broke the news of the MacBook Air (one day before it first slid from a manilla envelope), many people were predicting a new 12" MacBook Pro to replace the beloved 12" PowerBook of old. Apple refreshed the aging pro notebook line in February, but apart from some multi touch love under the hood, there wasn't much change. In fact, the MacBook Pro is almost exactly the same in looks as the original PowerBook G4, announced back in January 2001. It's time for a change.

We expect a big multi touch trackpad, the new chiclet-style keyboard, an almost bezel-less screen (which should bring the overall size down despite still having a 15" screen) and perhaps some 3G connectivity (Apple has so many deals with cellphone networks now that an international rollout of an always-on connection is feasible). We'll probably see a version without an optical drive, too, perhaps with a second hard drive filing the space. And after all the whining about the MacBook Air being a little wussy in its specs, it could be time for Apple to drive home a powerful, well endowed twelve-incher.

Likelihood: 8/10

3. Aluminum MacBook

This rumor has been drifting in the background for a while. If true, expect nothing more than a new case and a multi touch trackpad. White plastic used to be the marker that set the consumer goods apart from the pro gear, but ever since the iMac went all brushed aluminum and the iPod lost its iconic white case, that's no longer so.

Likelihood: 4/10

4. Internet Tablet

Steve Jobs said that Apple would never make a Tablet Mac. He also said there would never be a video iPod. A Kindle-sized iPod Touch would certainly be a great toy, but would anybody buy it? The iPod Touch is popular because it is a regular sized iPod with a slew of killer features, and people are used to the size. But a MacBook Touch would be a whole new product: too big to fit in a pocket and too small to do any real work (not to mention the lack of a real keyboard). But then, if anybody can take a flailing (read: all current tablet PCs) category and make it attractive, it's Apple. Remember the iPod?

Likelihood: 1/10

5. Touch Screen Nano
Why not? Ever since Apple got all touchy-feely with the iPhone, touch is showing up everywhere. We don't expect a full on mini iPod Touch, but an iPod of the current Nano's size which is all screen on one face is certainly possible. Apple could leave out email and Maps (and the Stocks application – who ever uses that apart from Jobs himself?), but Wi-Fi would be likely, if only for buying tracks from the iTunes Store.

Likelihood: 5/10

the Battle starts today!

2008-05-15T10:29:00.005+01:00

Oh no! 1400 hour: Transmission Line and Electromagnetic Waves
Roscoe Theatre A

Ready?

No?

Gambate!

Good luck to everyone!

P/s: happy Birthday, Ming!

break from "doing nothing"

2008-05-14T22:50:00.005+01:00

From my iPod Touch to my latest gadget, iPhone. People must be scream at his or her top (especially sebastian) :p "Why the hell you get iPhone now since you have an iPod Touch months ago? 3G iPhone is rumoured to be released this summer" but there's no concrete statement saying about it. So itchy 'butt' prevails and i got my hand on the iPhone and being my baby ever since!

Thank you Arther! Haha.. Image below shows my beloved gadgets:

iPhone

iPod Touch

"this guy is mental" What i care about, just wanna get my hand onto the latest gadgets! ;)

Next stop, any suggestion?

Anyone up for degree in blogging?

2008-05-14T00:48:00.003+01:00

UiTM to start blogging courses

SHAH ALAM: Malaysians interested in blogging may soon be able to take up courses on the subject at Universiti Teknologi Mara.

Its vice-chancellor, Datuk Seri Prof Dr Ibrahim Abu Shah, said the university was ready to help prospective bloggers become more credible in their reporting.

He said blogging was different from traditional media, which required reporters to have academic qualifications.

"Anyone can become a blogger now," he told reporters after a seminar here yesterday.

But this did not mean bloggers could write about anything, as they first needed to master several aspects of writing, such as language, ethics and accuracy of reporting.
Ibrahim said he supported any proposal to offer courses on blogging and that it was the most suitable time to do so.

"We know bloggers are intelligent, but we want to help them be more professional."

Earlier in his speech, Ibrahim said the function of traditional media had changed with the arrival of new media, which he said focused more on the younger generation.

He added that people saw new media as an avenue through which they could express themselves and speak their minds.

**oh my, Singapore has started toilet degree, and now Malaysia has degree in blogging? Soon, we will have Indonesia having degree in............ "u think of anything u want"

found on my laptop

2008-05-13T23:00:00.002+01:00

Friends and family!

Money, Money, Money

2008-05-12T21:35:00.001+01:00

Here's the list: Wages Per Week

1 Kaka / AC Milan / £143,438
2 Ronaldinho / FC Barcelona / £135,788
3 Frank Lampard / Chelsea FC / £130,050
4 John Terry / Chelsea / FC £130,050
5 Fernando Torres / Liverpool FC / £126,225
6 Andriy Shevchenko / Chelsea / £124,313
7 Michael Ballack / Chelsea / £124,313
8 Cristiano Ronaldo / Manchester United FC / £122,400
9 Thierry Henry / FC Barcelona / £122,400
10 Steven Gerrard / Liverpool / £122,400
11 Didier Drogba / Chelsea FC / £117,619
12 Wayne Rooney / Manchester United FC / £116,663

XM's comin' to town!

2008-05-03T09:53:00.003+01:00

Working wonders. Exams. Busy. No time. Crazy weather. Less than 2 weeks away. Gonna start now. Wish me luck! All the best to the rest!

back again

2008-03-09T22:16:00.003Z

time? where's my time had gone to? dedicated to either MSSM or my course.. :(

Assignments due this coming week (which is the last week of sch)

Deadlines to meet (which I hate the most)

Monday: Mini Report 3

Tuesday: Communication Principles 1, Project Technical Demonstration

Thursday: Project Presentation

Crap!!

-adrian-

HappY ChinesE NeW YeaR

2008-02-06T18:01:00.001Z

Enter the RAT, get out you PIG!! Wishing everyone a Happy Chinese New Year!!

-adrian-

Linkin Park @ Manchester

2008-01-29T20:42:00.001Z

Woooo hoooo.. what an experienced undefined by words.. see and watch the following..

blogging from ipod touch

2008-01-25T10:59:00.001Z

1 more to go

2008-01-23T21:52:00.001Z

Well, well, just one more paper to go, Digital Systems Design II. Wasnt a good week though. Preparing for the previous papers and unnecessary problem just crop up. No way it was bugging me exam. Stresss...

Wish me luck for tomorrow's paper!!

-adrian-

Exam

2008-01-04T04:04:00.001Z

traumatise by the fact of having exams for 6 days in a row. thought having 3 days of break in between.

wish me luck........

-adrian-

New name and outlook (coming soon!)

2008-01-02T17:13:00.001Z

New year, new name and new outlook!!!

Boring 'Late Entry' got its last entry awhile ago..

A phase of transition of the blog will be in its construction soon!!!

Look for it soon!!

-adrian-

New year RESOLUTION (same as last yearsss??)

2008-01-02T16:45:00.002Z

hehe peple, me again for a day to write 2 posts...

well new year resolution is always a must in evryone's blog.. hahah i only started blogging in 2007 but not the new year.. so i have no reference of new year's resolutions..

Purely mine!
1) LESS swearing
2) GYM more times a week
3) take a BREAK from SOME stuff
4) study more OFTEN
5) stay HEALTHY
6) better TIME management (fuh... MSSM)
7) get INTERNSHIP
8) treat my FRIENDS better!
9) think RATIONALLY
10) and....... BLOG more!!!!!!!

TOP 10 u can find here!! more to come in coming months.. :P

-adrian-

ha ppy newy ear 20 0 8

2008-01-02T16:36:00.001Z

nice nice butty for the new year!!

Happy new year!!!!! What a year to look back for 2007!! Just have to admit the fact that time really flies.. my gosh i just dont realise how fast it was.. ermmm...

Btw, sorry for the long absence from me blogging here.. ehhehe.. been busy.. but i will update over here what i have left off before this post.

September
1) flew back to Manchester for 2nd Year!!
2) MSSM final months....
3) Met new freshers
4) New SEMESTER!!!
5) New HOME!! hehe

October
1) Party party party
2) beginning of new hell in EEE
3) more work!!!

November
1) 21st; MSSM AGM: elected as president (thx thx for the votes, keeping up with my work and everything)
2) Not a very good month indeed for SOME stuff
3) EEE is killing me...

December
1) hols coming!!! WeeeeW!!!
2) coping well with the presidency post..
3) i m flying without wings!!!

Well people, that's my post for the new year!! hehehe

-adrian-

Lamborghini Murcielago

2007-09-06T03:51:00.001+01:00

Anyone who appreciates a good underdog story probably likes Lamborghini. The Italian carmaker that launched thousands of bedroom posters trailed rivals like Ferrari and Porsche in prestige and technological superiority for years. Along the way, ownership of the Sant' Agata Bolognese company has unraveled like a string of Hollywood marriages, complete with irreconcilable differences. It was even owned by Chrysler from 1987 to 1994 when the seven-year itch apparently set in and Lamborghini was kicked to the curb, rebounding into the arms of an Indonesian investment group. Then in 1998, Audi/Volkswagen wooed their way into ownership after initially being hooked up only for technical assistance. Since then, the story and the cars have steadily improved. Today, Lamborghini commands a strong impression on car culture; the scissor-action doors are copied on everything from custom show cars to your neighbor’s kid’s pimped-out Kia.

So, it seems the underdog Lamborghini aims to be an overachiever. The intent is blatantly obvious with the Murciélago named after a notorious fighting bull. The name is also Spanish for “bat.” Either translation is apt. The car is fierce and it’s a heck of a bug-killer at over 200 miles an hour. First introduced in 2001, the lone Murciélago model for 2007 is the LP640 coupe, the most powerful yet. Here’s a look at this exotic against its peers in the areas of luxury and practicality.

Party @ Home - 1 September 2007

2007-09-05T03:27:00.002+01:00

*Pics posted are taken on that day.. Kinda lazy to post descriptions.. :P

Remembering Diana

2007-08-31T18:26:00.001+01:00

Harry's speech in full

“William and I can separate life into two parts. There were those years when we were blessed with the physical presence beside us of both our mother and father.

“And then there are the 10 years since our mother’s death. When she was alive we completely took for granted her unrivalled love of life, laughter, fun and folly. She was our guardian, friend and protector.

“She never once allowed her unfaltering love for us to go unspoken or undemonstrated.

“She will always be remembered for her amazing public work. But behind the media glare, to us, just two loving children, she was quite simply the best mother in the world.

“We would say that wouldn’t we. But we miss her. She kissed us last thing at night.

“Her beaming smile greeted us from school. She laughed hysterically and uncontrollably when sharing something silly she might have said or done that day. She encouraged us when we were nervous or unsure.

“She - like our father- was determined to provide us with a stable and secure childhood.

“To lose a parent so suddenly at such a young age - as others have experienced - is indescribably shocking and sad. It was an event which changed our lives forever, as it must have done for everyone who lost someone that night.

“But what is far more important to us now, and into the future, is that we remember our mother as she would have wished to be remembered - as she was: fun-loving, generous, down-to-earth, entirely genuine.

“We both think of her every day.

“We speak about her and laugh together at all the memories.

“Put simply, she made us, and so many other people, happy. May this be the way that she is remembered.”

**Princess Diana, Princess of Wales has been the lady I have look up to since her death in 1997. It was a great lost to the world for such a lady like her who had done so much for the poors and AIDS infected children and also others. Lady D will be missed forever and she will be always be the Lady of the kind we couldnt get it anymore in this world**

P/s: Happy Merdeka Malaysia!! 50 Years of Great Nation and counting!!

*peAce*

Counting down the days...

2007-08-09T17:02:00.002+01:00

Merdeka, Merdeka, Merdeka..... not..... arghhh... i m counting down the days i m gonna fly back to Manchester... but yet, the last few weeks, i have been busy travelling around almost every weekend. Not to mention for the 1st month back here, I havent been travelling that much..

Tight schedule ahead for the following week:

10/8 - off to seremban to lepak with cousin
18/8 - University of Manchester pre-departure meeting (as seniors/comm. members of MSSM)
25/8 - still planning
31/8 - Merdeka celebration?? (KIV)
7/9 - flyin' back.. :( sobs sobs

Long shopping list: "blank"

packing: why singapore airlines limit my baggage limit to 20KG

Will Miss everyone!!!

*peAce*

2months and counting... [edited] kekeke

2007-07-30T09:02:00.001+01:00

1. landed safely on 11June @ KLIA 11am....
2. slack around for almost 2 months now...
3. did nothing except a good exercise (jog), in the evening..
4. eating (ALOT) and sleep (after EATING), became my daily routine since then..
5. gone mad for no reason occasionally..
5. nothing but writing a blog which i had abandoned for months..

Things I did (favour from vivian)
- eating her favourite food for her :D
= egg tart
= chai tao kuay (lau ti fang)
= uncle bob chicken (lau ti fang)
= fishball nooodles (behind jubli intan hall)
= duck noodles
= Starfruit and asam drink

well, i have eaten half of it.. :P ehhehe.. still looking for th fishball noodles..

kekeke.... till now.. blog soon!!

*peAce*

More about me?

2007-06-07T12:24:00.002+01:00

Ten Top Trivia Tips about Adrian Ng!

The Adrian Ng-fighting market in the Philippines is huge - several thousand Adrian Ng-fights take place there every day.
If you cut Adrian Ng in half and count the number of seeds inside, you will know how many children you are going to have.
The Australian billygoat plum contains a hundred times more Vitamin C than Adrian Ng.
Adrian Ng was banned from Finland because of not wearing pants.
Some people in Malaysia bathe their babies in beer to protect them from Adrian Ng!
In Japan, Adrian Ng can only be prepared by chefs specially trained and certified by the government!
It takes more than 500 peanuts to make Adrian Ng!
Astronauts get taller when they are in Adrian Ng!
Two thirds of the world's eggplant is grown in Adrian Ng.
Adrian Ng cannot swim.

Samy Vellu Story

2007-06-05T10:44:00.001+01:00

Samy Vellu was visiting India when he fell and broke his jaw. He was
unable to speak. Being the great leader that he is, he continued his
grand tour.

On the last week of his visit, the RTM crew was present for his press
conference. Although unable to speak, Samy insisted on sending a
message home to his Cabinet colleagues. Samy caught a chicken and showed it to
the camera. Next he took a goat, and showed it to the camera. Finally
he took a bag and displayed it in front of the camera

Lim Kheng Yaik was the first to see the video clip. He said, "Samy is telling
us that India has insufficient food because he showed us a chicken and
a goat, and he wants Malaysia to donate bags of rice. " Pak Lah watched
silently then said, "No lah....what Samy is trying to say is HE IS
COMING BACK. The whole cabinet was puzzled and look to the old man for
an explanation.
Pak Lah reasoned, "AYAM KAMBING BAG." ("I am coming back" in Indian
accent)

*peAce*

counting down....

2007-05-30T13:29:00.001+01:00

hahauhauha... 4 down, 3 more to go.. done with Maths today.. but the nightmare is only about to start..

FRIDAY, 1 June 2007: Electonic Circuit Design (ECD)
die die die.. how??

=( bad preparations and no work done )=

MONDAY, 4 June 2007: Energy Transport and Conversion (ETC)
hmm.. counting on past papers.. :P

WEDNESDAY, 6 June 2007: Electromagnetic Fields (EMF)
...... swt

Random FACTS:
1) ECD = Elephant Chases Donkey
2) ETC = Enough of Talking Cock
3) EMF = Electronics are Mother F**ker

**ahhahahha**

*peAce*

Being out here

2007-05-22T02:55:00.001+01:00

The last time I set my foot off the land of Malaysia was on this historic date, 12 September 2006; I felt myself being seperated from my best part of my life and a new life in the foreign land. Now, I am here, realised that I have less than 3 weeks left only to be back home sweet home.

Landed on this foreign land, did not make me a scary-cat person anymore from that day onwards. Being left alone without my computer, only a mobile phone; entertaining myself with nnothing but music, staring into blue sky of the spring season from my window. Thought of staying here alone had strengthen me. Without the help of friends, I might not be standing here firm and strong facing everything. Care for them and appreciation is inevitable.

Reasonable whenever stand up to speak and also be brave. Not only speaking for your own sake, make sure everything blurted from your own mouth doesn't hurt anyone. Mind your language. Bare in mind that, do not beat around the bushes. Go straight to the point. Not everyone knows what are your hidden meaning in your words.

Take things easily and not push yourself into doing something that you think it is not possible. Try your very best. And the results will be taken care of. But remember that DO NOT TAKE THINGS FOR GRANTED!! Never think that you are secured of getting the result you always wanted to but forgetting the perspiration and diligence.

Being out here doesn't look as easy as you think. :)

*peAce*

Lessons of Alcohol

2007-05-07T18:46:00.001+01:00

A ninth-grade teacher wanted to demonstrate the evils of liquor to his young students. He produced a glass of water, a glass of vodka, and two worms.

"Now class, observe closely," he said as he dropped one of the worms into the glass of water. The worm wriggled about in the water, perfectly happy.

The teacher dropped the second worm into the glass of vodka. The worm swam around for a moment, then seized up and curled, quickly sinking to the bottom of the glass, dead as a doornail.

"Now, what can be learned from this experiment?" the teacher asked his students.

After a pause, a young man stood up and said, "Well, if you drink vodka, you'll never get worms."

LOOK ALIKE

2007-04-29T21:47:00.001+01:00

Zodiac

2007-04-22T01:52:00.001+01:00

TAURUS - The Tramp
Aggressive. Loves being in long relationships. Likes to give a good fight for what they want. Extremely outgoing. Loves to help people in times of need. Good kisser. Good personality. Stubborn. A caring person. One of a kind. Not one to mess with. Are the most attractive people on earth!