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Microsoft's Dick Move :-p

myjunk — Mon, 08 Jun 2020 11:15:37 +0800

From 7:38
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5hMie-xZFzQ

For those of you esp using those UltraWide monitors and what not MS Patented the feature.

BT Mouse w/ "Gestures"

myjunk — Sun, 07 Jun 2020 23:05:16 +0800

Anyone has any fav mouse that is used in a Mac? I am too used to the gestures on the trackpad (esp the changing of virtual desktops)

I need a mouse for occasional / precision use when connected to external Keyboard. I tried a cheap Rapoo mouse but after a while - hands cramped due to ergonomics. (also it doesn't support gestures) end up hand go back to trackpad. hahaha..

Was lusting for the MM2 (Magic Mouse 2) but after using the rapoo (which is fatter) and still getting cramped hands, the MM2 will definitely be worst as it's super slim profile.

I've been reading about Logitech MX Master 2s and 3 and it supports gestures via "macros" or something like that.

Appreciate the advice

MBP16 external Monitor support

myjunk — Sun, 07 Jun 2020 08:05:42 +0800

getting more confused by the moment w/ all the diff standards and refresh rates and resolutions and USB Type C Hubs

The MBP16 only has USB Type C and TB3 ports.
I am thinking of getting an external monitor. These monitors only either have HDMI or DisplayPort (DP) connections.

From what I read, HDMI got 2 specs

HDMI 1.4, only 24fps was possible at 4K resolution (3,840 x 2,160).
HDMI 2.0 spec, up to 60fps at 4K resolution is possible. This also allows you to view 144Hz at 1080p (1,920 x 1,080) through a HDMI 2.0 connection.

Based on this, anyone has used any USB-C to HDMI cables that would be able to support the HDMI 2.0 spec to the external monitor? Or any cable would do?

Initially I was thinking of just getting those 5in1 etc USB Type C hub (TB3 are v expensive) and use the HDMI port there to connect to the monitor, but all that I have seen is only saying 4k@30Hz which is really quite low. refresh rate.

So basically the question is :

1) Any recommendation for USB Type C hubs?
-> LAN
-> SD/MicroSD slot
-> Power Delivery (100w or enough to charge the MBP)
-> HDMI loh.. can support external monitor at higher resolution

2) USB Type C to HDMI cable that can support higher resolution and refresh rate.

TQ All

NTFS for Mac (or any cross platform File Sys)

myjunk — Sat, 27 Dec 2014 12:03:29 +0800

What is people using for a cross platform file system support?
Fat32?

Trying to get a common external drive file system suitable for Mac / windows.

Is paragon NTFS driver for Mac good? (usd20) worth the purchase?

Looks like between paragon and Tuxera, paragon performance is better.

I mainly using it for external drive and also for VMware fusion. (Windoes guest )

MultiLevel Incremental Backup (w/ Restore?)

myjunk — Fri, 26 Dec 2014 15:51:40 +0800

was using Dirsyncpro (multi platform) for my backup needs.
Had a snafu. Now looking to do multi level backups.

Multi-level incremental as in

Monday - Full Backup (eg: 200GB)
Wed - Incremental Backup (whatever newer than Monday) (eg: 500MB)
Friday - Incremental Backup (Whatever newer than Wed) (eg: 250MB)
--> Total = 207GB
Next Monday - Full Backup. (eg: 207GB)

and so on so forth vs Doing multi level FULL Backup as in

Monday - Full Backup (eg:200GB)
Wed - Full Backup (eg: 205GB)
Friday - Full Backup (eg: 207GB)
-->Total = 602GB!!
Next Monday - Full Backup (207GB)

The thing is, looking at the available SWs (CCC / SuperDuper / TimeMachine / GetBackup Pro) does not seem to offer a way to do this. *does not seem*. Hence I'm asking here based on person's experience.

Additionally, due to the way multilevel Incremental backup is done, the restore process is more tedious and time consuming. To Do a restore of the MultiLevel Incremental backup, Need to apply Full backup, then Apply Wed Backup to the Full (which brings the full backup restore to include changes up to Wed) and then Apply Friday Backup.

I search-search, doesnt seems like any of the SW i've looked at can do this level of restore.

Any thots?

Thanks.

[WTS] Garmin HR Strap (New - Unused)

myjunk — Wed, 28 Aug 2013 06:36:49 +0800

Item(s):
Garmin HR Strap. This is New and Un-used. Came with my Garmin when purchased the 910xt. Did not use it as I have an alternative HR Strap.

Package includes:
HR Strap Only. (bought from USA. Warranty from Garmin)

Price:
Offer Me.

Warranty:
None - Bought from USA

Dealing method:
COD

Location:
1U / Paradigm Mall / Empire / SS3

Contact method/details:
PM me or email mjunk.myjunk at gmail.com
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Item(s) conditions:
New. Unused

Picture:
None.. google lah.

Reason for sale:
Extra unit. With the Garmin, I have a total of 3 HR Straps.. :-)

New iPad personal hotspot

myjunk — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 09:37:00 +0800

Hi all,

I am just wondering if the new iPad (aka ipad3) will have personal hotspot function is also available for normal 3G users? Like maxis or digi prepaid 3G. (I am currenly using ipad1, jail broken and using mywi to share wifi to my iPhone)

I would Like to keep this sharing of wifi to my iPhone. Everything that I've read, it says that the personal hotspot is there, but am still unsure. So, would like to know from you guys.

Thanks.

Tweak to Offer FULL landscape Ipad Email

myjunk — Sat, 09 Jul 2011 16:13:32 +0800

I'm looking for a tweak much like splitmail. What I would like is to hide the Email accounts / email list on the left hand side of the Ipad email client such that I will have the FULL landscape feature. (much like The HP Touchpad)

SOmetimes, I get emails which has pictures / tables inside and it's much easier to see if I have the FULL landscape rather than have 1/3 of it covered by the Email List / Folders on the left.

Is there such a thing?

LCD Noise

myjunk — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 18:52:02 +0800

Comparing my 24in IPSs LCD Monitor (1920x1200) vs the 42in Philips PFL3605 (1920x1080), for some reason, I'm seeing a lot of "noise" or "graininess" in the picture.

Why is that?

Buying ebooks from amazon/apple book store

myjunk — Tue, 14 Sep 2010 22:22:14 +0800

What are the options to getting legal books? Amazon won't sell to me. Apple store also does not want to sell to me. Malaysian credit card.

What are the options to getting legal books? Amazon won't sell to me. Apple store also does not want to sell to me. Malaysian credit card.

USB3.0 External Storage for PICS!

myjunk — Fri, 28 May 2010 00:27:18 +0800

So., anyone here taken the plunge for USB3.0? SUper duper fast at 5gb/s man....

I saw PCI Card at LY ~RM100+ or so and then the external casing also ~130 or so...

not cheap, yet not too expensive. The only thing is have to buy the PCI card for my i7

[addedon]May 28, 2010, 12:27 am[/addedon]http://www.photomalaysia.com/forums/showthread.php?t=125947

[addedon]May 28, 2010, 12:31 am[/addedon]http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/1290670

CF Card Speed Test

myjunk — Wed, 19 May 2010 22:27:18 +0800

I was bored yesterday night and just before I went to sleep. I wanted to do a quick check on all my CF Cards. All 47.5GB of it.

The test method is simple :
1/600 shutter speed
F1.4 aperture
ISO 6400
Manual Focus
High Speed Continuous Spam
Canon 7D
Full Size RAW File

I clicked the shutter and shot until the buffer filled entirely. Then waited for another 2 shots. After that, I started the Stopwatch and waited for the red light of the camera to go off. When it goes off, I stop the stopwatch.

Conclusion :
WOW what a difference the card speed makes.
This is especially true when you're shooting RAW. The difference is actually the time taken for the Camera's BUFFER to get written into the Card.

the photofast card is REALLY Fast. This is just the 533x (40mb write / 80mb read) and not the 533x PLUS (80mb write / 80mb read)

Who has the sandisk 60mb/s or the 90mb/s? Perhaps can pinjam and let me do test? :-)

Show us your Lens Usage

myjunk — Sun, 04 Apr 2010 09:05:28 +0800

Since I have LR, it's very easy to see which are my workhorse lenses for all (nearly) the wedding's I've done. (Some of them are in an alternate LR catalog, this in itself is close to 300G of RAW + JPG ++++ pics)

Impromptu TT Session - April 3rd 2010 7pm?

myjunk — Sat, 03 Apr 2010 15:27:51 +0800

Any takers? Anyone wants to poison ppl or get poisoned? All are welcomed.

Anyone interested??

Yes:
1) MyJunk
2) VincentWS
3) IanHo

No:
1) Nairud
2) ZZloo
3) Hornet
4) Hack
5) WeiYap

[addedon]April 3, 2010, 3:49 pm[/addedon]Come.. Come.. Poison of the "century"! featuring acts of 7D , 5D2 , 70-200 IS, 135L, 24-70L, Sigmalux, photofast and LOTS more!!

How do you store your Camera Stuffs

myjunk — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 09:50:20 +0800

How do you store your camera stuffs at home? Do you have something like a pelican case?

http://www.pelican.com/cases_detail.php?Case=1650

Memory Card Brands (Choices)

myjunk — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 09:20:14 +0800

Just a question I have in my mind, so as to judge which brands are reputable and is largely headache free.

I'm not questioning the speed and the prices as that will make the poll even more complicated.

I myself is using Adata Speedy 8Gb and Kingston 133x 16GB & Trancend 4GB 133x

My choices are largely based on Branding (1st) and Price (2nd), the 3rd one would be speed.

As such, even though Sandisk has the "supposed" best branding, I won't choose it cos of its prohibitively expensive nature.

I also do not choose 266x speeds cos of the price. 2x 16GB 133x == 1x 16GB 266x (kingston)

Best 'Excuses' You've Used

myjunk — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 17:35:12 +0800

I guess the title says it all.

Let's hear it. It should be good for some laughs..

TT Time again.. Poison..(All Camera Brands)

myjunk — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 22:21:08 +0800

I've closed the other topic. Seems like most ppl cannot make it for Friday as most will want to go back to hometown. As such, due to popular request, I've moved the TT session to an alternate time.

VENUE : IKEA Cafe
Time : 6-12pm
Date : Sunday, Nov 29th

ALL Camera brands, newbies, oldbies and what not invited.
PnS also can come.
4/3 micro also come.
no prejudice.

All come w/ Poison Shields up please!!

TT Time again.. Poison..(All Camera Brands)

myjunk — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 21:16:30 +0800

So... here we go again..

I'm thinking of doing a TT session this weekend. Anyone in?

Location wise :

1) IKEA (free coffee / Soft drinks)

I for one, want to (get poisoned) by the Sigma 30mm F1.4 or the Canon 35mm F1.4L (canon 50mm F1.4 need not apply)

All Camera Brands Poison WELCOMED.

Canon Users = PLS COME
NIKON Users = PLS COME
SONY Users = PLS COME. (Special Extended Invitation some-more!!)
PENTAX Users= Pls Come
FUJI Users = PLS Come
Olympus Users = PLS Come
RICOH Users = PLS Come
PNS Users = PLS COme (WE DO NOT discriminate!!!!)
LOMO Users = Pls Come and Share Poison

SHIELDS UP!!

This will be like USS ENterPrise Vs The BORG, Whoever Shield not good enough, better Prepare your HyperDrive and get the *#^$ Out once the Poison Session Starts!!! LOL...

[YOUTUBE]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_H8TOKcfjg[/YOUTUBE]

last Minute Impromptu TT Session (nov 8th)

myjunk — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 12:36:53 +0800

So.. plan is very sudden. No fixed time yet..
No fixed location yet..

just let us know if you're interested.

current plan is Ikea cafe. (@ikano)
time still TBD as of now.

Either reply to this Thread or PM me or something.

When I know / finalise it, you'll know as well.

All are welcomed (public place anyway)

Nikon / Canon / Pentax / Panasonic / Fuji ......