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Cheapest bank to deposit US check

karlok92 — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 09:49:17 +0800

I got a commission junction check from Wells Frago Bank in US currency. I have searched the information about the charges and fees to deposit US check, but I found the threads and info are rather old (5 years+ ago). So can anyone who had experienced or expert can advice me? From my research most people said Maybank is the most expensive, thus I only left two choice: Public Bank (RM20 min+RM5 postage?) and Bank Islam (unknown). I'm also willing to open another bank account if they really offer good services and low charges, as I'm going to receive more US check in the future. Please help me!

*I'm also calling the banks myself after this post, just wanna double confirm and hear some of your experience.

Cheapest 13 inch laptop now?

karlok92 — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 10:51:27 +0800

What is the cheapest 13 inch laptop right now? Is it MSI x370 (1500-1600)or Dell Inspiron 13R (1699)? Planning to buy 13R if its the cheapest...

Suggestions of Workout & Protein Supplement

karlok92 — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 17:19:41 +0800

Hey guyss, a newbie here. I'm 19, very skinny, I guess is my gene prob (my dad also very thin last time) and fast metabolism rate makes me so hard to gain weight compare to the normal people. I'm 175cm tall, but weighs roughly 51-52kg only!! I am consider as underweight (BMI 16.5). I eat like normal people, not picky at all. I have regular exercise too, sometimes I also do light training (100 pumping, 2-3 time a week). Now, I guess bodybuilding is the only way to help me

So, I will be happy if I can reach 60-65 kg, at least looks nice and fit while wearing clothes, no need to have big muscle or muscleman body. I would like to ask how should I train to gain muscle in overall (maybe focus more to legs, arm and chest?, coz I really look thin at these parts). I only have free time during night, and able to go for workout for 3 times a week. Besides, which protein whey or blend (actually don't know much about them, but I guess my digestion is quite fast) suits me? Preferably cheaper & good weight gainer, maybe around RM300 or less (imma student only).

Any suggestion will be much appreciated!!!

MSI X370

karlok92 — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 16:16:17 +0800

I'm curious why so few people have mentioned about MSI X370 - 13.3 slim & ultra-portable laptop, it seems to be a good option to balance between portability and performance. What do you guys think? Specs: http://www.msi.com/product/nb/X370.html#?div=Specification . It costs roughly RM1500-1600, which seems to be a good option to get a AMD E-350 laptop with 13.3 inch (11.6in is too small for me, and 14in is a bit large for me).

I am actually looking for a laptop that can be carried around, and use it at home, long battery life, and cost roughly RM1500. Use it for blogging (wordpress), surfing, and college assignment only (light gaming - Facebook Games xD). Please advice me! I want to get an optimum money:value ratio

P/S: Can I swap its HDD with SSD? It seems a bit slim and might limit its upgradeability. Besides, any shop at lowyat selling it?

Netbook Recommendation. HP Pav dm1 or Dell m102z ?

karlok92 — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 15:28:03 +0800

What's the best netbook between HP Pav dm1 or Dell m102z? my budget is RM1500+-. I saw the dell m102z with E350 online price is 1499 instead of 1799. Isit the price reduced edi? If so it is comparable to HP dm1.

And is the asus 1215B with E350 available in Msia? hav been waiting for so long :S