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OpenSignal's State of Mobile Network (Malaysia)

jonnyha — Thu, 14 Apr 2016 10:21:36 +0800

Have you guys seen this?

https://opensignal.com/reports/2016/03/mala...mobile-network/

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State of Mobile Networks: Malaysia (March 2016)
Unlike so many other countries in the world, Malaysia has no 4G speed king. Three years after its first LTE network came online, the country's operators are locked in a close battle for 4G dominance, though one provider, Maxis, holds an edge due to its superior LTE coverage. Drawing on 40 million data samples collected by 21,000 OpenSignal users between Dec. 1 and Feb. 29, we put Malaysia under the network microscope, examining the 3G and 4G performance of its four nationwide operators.

Maxis leads the way in 4G coverage

Maxis won OpenSignal's award for best 4G coverage hands down. In our three-month test period, Maxis 4G users were able to connect to its LTE network 70% of the time, putting it not only well ahead of its Malaysian peers but the majority of operators worldwide.

A three-way race for fastest 4G provider

There was no clear-cut winner in LTE speed for our test period. DiGi, Maxis and U Mobile all delivered average LTE download speeds between 12 and 14 Mbps, close enough to produce a three-way statistical tie. When we measured average speed across all mobile data networks, Maxis emerged as the winner with an overall download speed of 5.2 Mbps.

Celcom's 4G service struggles

Of the four major Malaysian operators, Celcom performed the worst on the national level, lagging behind its competitors in speed, coverage and even latency. In Malaysia's Klang Valley surrounding Kuala Lumpur, though, Celcom fared far better. The operator shared the award for fastest 3G network with U Mobile and tied for second in 4G coverage.

Malaysian networks keep up with global technology trends

Malaysia's 4G networks aren't the fastest in the world, but they are close to matching the global average of 13.5 Mbps. Like many other countries worldwide, Malaysia is also testing out new LTE-Advanced technologies.

//edit: SoyaCincau is fast. Here: http://www.soyacincau.com/2016/03/25/maxis...-to-opensignal/

Reserve Phone Resources

jonnyha — Wed, 06 Apr 2016 17:10:09 +0800

Wondering if you guys have heard of Truecaller (https://www.truecaller.com/download);
I've been using it for 3-4 months now. It's not bad, and recognises quite a few unknown numbers.
I guess it's crowd-based, so the more people using and contributing, the better.

Then there're these:
- https://number.whoscall.com/https://number.whoscall.com/
- http://whocallsme.com/http://whocallsme.com/

(I did a search of my own number, but it shows Celcom (originating telco)
Guess the telco info doesn't work/know if I used MNP and switched to other telcos.
Anyways, any other similar ones out there? And what works best for Malaysia?

Looking to create a list of resources, so people can search first before posting here.

One-off Gyms (Klang Valley)

jonnyha — Wed, 06 Apr 2016 16:01:37 +0800

Hi all,

Did a quick search, and I am unsure if this even exist -- but do any gym offer one session type? I cannot commit, and am irregular in my routines. I started running, but there are times when it's hazy, rainy, and need a gym that I could go in just for that one session.
Not talking about the classes or anything, but purely for the treadmills and weights, equipment, etc.

Thought I might start a thread so that if anyone has any info, they could share.
(Mods, if this topic already exist, help me merge. And apologies in advance.)

Thanks!

Best insurance plan?

jonnyha — Thu, 09 Jul 2015 15:37:50 +0800

Hi all,

Saw this video on YouTube today.
Reminds me about insurance.... Something I don't think about so much.
My work provides it for me, eventhough I don't know who they are with, and what I am covered for.

I am at a life stage where, who knows, might die any day
(Getting old, have to face reality)
Without going into writing "will" (Nothing to leave for my family yet) and all that, I think I want to at least be protected, just in case.

Been back in Malaysia for 6 years now, but I never thought about this topic till now.
It's not an easy topic, many clauses, many types of products, and then all those investment thing confuses me (and I'm sure I am not the only one).

1) Do you guys know what coverage you have at work?
2) Do you have your own personal medical/life insurance?
3) Which brand is good? Such thing as 'best' coverage?
4) Who would you recommend? Do you have someone you trust? Can recommend me?

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https://youtu.be/iWkNRz_0gAs

Johnnie Walker Black Circuit Lounge - March 2012

jonnyha — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 22:41:25 +0800

Invitation video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DAITYN_dzIw

Formal Dress Code: Black & Gold

Date: 21 March 2012

Venue: ?????

Entertainment: RFID elements, free flow Johnnie Walker Black Label, free flow cocktails, free flow gold label? (maybe), Jenson Button (F1 driver) coming (maybe)

DJs: DJ Politik, DJ Smith Agent Smith, DJ Nadine Ann Thomas, DJ Dimsum

Contest Link: https://www.facebook.com/JohnnieWalkerMalay...109083412552928
How: Invite as many friends as possible. If they accept, you get points into the ranking of prizes. App also allows you to create new facebook timeline for your profile, for those not in the ranking, they will look at the creative phrases, and choose 20 winners from there. Allowed to submit as many as possible.

Prize: VIP passes, reserved tables, limo ride, hotel suite, and limited edition stuff (depending on rank)