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[WTS] iPhone 6 (64GB) Gold

zc_squash — Sun, 21 Sep 2014 23:27:44 +0800

Item(s): iPhone 6 (64GB) Gold

Package includes: Everything in a standard retail package

Price: RM 3500

Warranty: 1 year (in Singapore only)

Dealing method: COD. Requires RM100 deposit.

Location of seller: Singapore. Traveling to KL on 27 - 28 Sept, so COD strictly only on these dates. We can meet either at a) Puchong IOI Mall b) Sunway Pyramid or c) PJ SS2 or Section 14 Digital Mall

Contact method/details: Please PM me for WhatsApp contact

Age of item: New

Item(s) conditions: New. Box opened for inspection.

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A simple brushed metal mod

zc_squash — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 14:32:06 +0800

I'm sure all of us here love the look of our iPhones - 3G or otherwise. The glossy chrome bezel look spectacular out of the box. To maintain the same elegant look, most of us here have been over-zealously protecting it. But alas, these scratches are close to impossible to avoid. My chrome bezel had its fair share of scratches too. Honestly, it wasn't too bad but that evening i was bored. So i decided to give this simple mod a go.

Of course this mod is nothing new. We've seen the same mod many years ago on the first iPod. But no one seems to talk about it here and i thought, hey why not share this with the community? This simple guide was done based on the actual process i went through. And as always, do it at your own risk.

So, here are what you guys need:
- Scotch-Brite™ Power Sponge (any brand would just do actually)
- Electrical tape (or anything similar)
- An iPhone, of course!

1. First up, use the electrical tape to cover the area (eg: back cover and screen) around the chrome bezel while leaving the chrome bezel itself exposed (obviously!). This to make sure other parts of the phone will not be damaged in the process.

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2. When everything is all well and taped up, use the rough side of the sponge and start brushing. Don't be afraid to apply some pressure when you're doing so. I don't have my own image for this part, so i took this from some where:

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TIPS: Make sure you have a steady hand when you brush. Give it a long, consistent and straight brush. The result will be marvelous.

Repeat the process for all sides. Be more careful when it comes to the edges. I realized that the edges are the hardest part to give the bezel a consistent brush.

3. And.....we're done! Simple? You bet it is.

Here are some of my own Before & After photos:

Before

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After

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Sorry for the lack of photos. It is quite difficult to capture the details with my ancient digicam. But you get the idea. There are several good photos available here. There is also a video tutorial available here should you need more detailed explanations.

I actually prefer the look of the chrome bezel now. Sure it isn't glossy anymore, but it is still as elegant in my opinion. Finger prints on the bezel aren't as visible as before and scratches can hardly be seen now. The verdict? I am absolutely happy with it.

Hope you guys like this simple guide. Adios.

The IA Group

zc_squash — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 14:39:08 +0800

Hello fellow forumers,

I'm interested in one of the vacant positions from The IA Group Sdn Bhd. At the time of posting, the company's website is not accessible. I couldn't find any useful information on the company on the net either. So it would be a great help if any you could shed me some light about this company.

Here is where their office at:

The IA Group Sdn Bhd
Level 49, Tower 2, Petronas Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur.

Thank you.

What's next after a degree?

zc_squash — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 01:27:02 +0800

Hello all,

Being a fresh grad and having almost no real working experience (my part timers don't count), I am seriously wondering what a Computer Science grad can do? I've gone thru a few threads here and collected some really useful information. Here are some of the industries and specializations that I think i could venture into with a degree in Computer Science. In brackets are the examples of the companies that offer such services/business solutions. Note that the list below may not be correct and definitely far from being a complete one:

* Technology Consultation (Accenture)
* Technology Audit (The Big 4 - PwC, Deloitte, E&Y, KPMG)
* SAP (DKSH)
* Technical Helpdesk (HP, etc.)
* Programming (Silverlake, etc.)

As of now, the list is sorted according to my personal preference. I am more inclined to do field jobs than desk jobs. I am a technical person but jobs like helpdesk operator and programming really not my cup of tea. I prefer meeting clients and to have the opportunity to be based at different locations.

I really do need more options, suggestions and opinions and I deeply appreciate the help given.

I would appreciate if you guys (the more experienced ones especially) could help me rectify whatever mistakes there are in the list and contribute to it. Contributions in any kind is good - a more specific job title, job description, names of companies, so on and so forth. I would update accordingly. This list may even be useful for future grads. Thanks for all the help.

iBuilder

zc_squash — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:46:54 +0800

Not exactly a new piece of news but nonetheless worth mentioning. iBuiler - the app for your windows to customize your own firmware. What does this mean? It means we can now restore our iPhones without needing us to reinstall every single applications and apply every settings again. What an ease!

Quoted from the source page, ModMyiPhone.com

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iBuilder, a nifty new project by rotem25, allows you to select from a large list of items for your iPhone, and create a package which can then be added to your internalPackages in iPwnage and used to create a custom firmware for your iPhone.

You can then use iTunes to simply restore your iPhone to the new firmware, with all your favorite apps, sources, or packages already in there. Not too bad...

And a snapshot:

Buying a new rig

zc_squash — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 21:15:04 +0800

I'm planning of a new rig soon. Here's how it would look like:

Intel C2D E4500 2.2 Ghz
ABIT IP35-E (Intel P35 Chipset)
Corsair TwinX XMS PC800 2GB
XFX nVidia 8800GTS 640Mb
WD 250Gb HDD
ASUS DVD+RW
Cooler Master Real Power 450W

And my current machine:

AMD Athlon X2 3800+ 2.0Ghz
Gigabyte M57SLI-S4
Mushkin PC667 1GB x 2
XFX nVidia 7900GS
WD 250Gb HDD
ASUS DVD+RW
Cooler Master Extreme Power 460W

I have some concerns:
1. How much performance increase will the new Intel CPU gives me over my current AMD?
2. Any idea if the new mobo (ABIT IP35-E) is a good in overclocking and in general? I know i'll lose SLI but i guess that's fine since I've never had plan to go SLI.
3. Can the PSU (Cooler Master Real Power 450W) sustain the new setup sustain the number of devices given that I'll overclock the CPU and graphics card?

Thanks to all that drop their 2 cents =) Cheers!

Unleashing the potential of the iPod touch

zc_squash — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 03:59:16 +0800

This is merely a guide i compiled from all the info i found across the web. I'm not the original author for any of the intellectual work. Give credits to the author whenever you could. In fact, you should always do so. But those who still want to thank me for making this guide, you're welcome

Please read & re-read any instructions included in any tutorials (the README file is there for a reason) before posting any unnecessary questions. Please play & re-play any video tutorial before asking. I've made this to be as simple as possible.

And most importantly, do this AT YOUR OWN RISK and enjoy!

1. Jailbreak

- Jailbreak 1.1.1
> Head to jailbreakme.com on your Safari browser
> Tap on Install AppSnap
> If successful, your iPod would now have a InstallerApp on the home screen
> Here's a video tutorial for it

- Jailbreak 1.1.2
> Prerequisite: A jailbroken 1.1.1
> To downgrade a 1.1.2 refer here
> To jailbreak a 1.1.2 refer here

- Jailbreak 1.1.3 & 1.1.4
> Get the latest ZiPhone
> Tutorial? Go here
> Another tutorial can be found here ** Contributed by Mike3300 **

2. Applications

- To install an application:
> Tap on the Installer app icon on your home screen
> At the bottom of your screen, tap on the Install tab. All the applications are listed here.
> Simply browse to desired application, tap on the Install button located on the top right corner of your screen

- To update an application:
> Should there is an update for an application that is already installed in your iPod, it will appear under the Update tab
> Tap on an update, and simply hit the Update button, also located on the top right of your screen

- To delete an installed application:
> Tap the Uninstall tab at the bottom of your Installer app screen
> Applications that are installed in your iPod is listed here
> Tap on any of application you want to get rid of your iPod, and tap on the Uninstall button at your-know-where-already

- To add/delete a source:
> Tap on the Edit button located at the top right corner
> Notice that the Refresh button at the top left corner has now changed to the Add button
> Yes, obviously, tap on the Add button
> Type in the repository address and tap OK
> Similarly, to delete a source, after tapping the Edit button, a red icon beside each source name would appear
> Tap on that lil red icon, and a Delete button would appear. Tap on the Delete button.

- Enabling the Wiggly icons & Web Clip (a.k.a January Update) features:
> Prerequisite: A jailbroken 1.1.3 or higher
> Go to your Installer app, add this source http://ipodtouchmaster.com/files/repo.xml
> Under the category iPhone 1.1.3 Apps, install the package

NOTE: I've taken out several sections that were previously here. I'll make a new guide for Summerboard and Customize if there is a request (or when i have time) for it.

Drivers in Windows Vista

zc_squash — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 13:35:45 +0800

Hey all,

I've installed in my mate's PC Windows Vista Ultimate a fortnight ago and surprisingly enough i don't have to install any of his drivers off his CDs and Windows have got most of this drivers pre-installed. After running an update, all the missing drivers in the beginning have been found and installed as well.

Now, the question is... are those drivers packaged in Windows update the latest one? Or i could find a newer (and better?) ones if i download them manually from the net? I'm planning to get Vista on my own machine now.

I'm particularly concern with my graphic card driver (XFX 7900GS) as i would want the best driver for it and overclock it later. Shall i download it manually and then it's tweaking tool or just update the Windows and only download the tweaking tool (nTune, for example) later?

Anyway, does anyone know what is the latest driver for nVidia 7-series card for Windows Vista? I don't mind whether it is WHQL or not...

Bunch of thanks, lads!

Problematic Controller

zc_squash — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 23:48:46 +0800

Hey there all gamers,

I have problems trying to connect my wireless controller to my console. All the four green lights on the controller were blinking. What could be wrong? One thing to note though, the controller i was using to connect to this console was actually a pre-packaged controller with my another 360 (yea, i have two). Does that matter actually? I have no problem playing with the wired controller.

Thanks all.

Removing numbering on a jersey

zc_squash — Tue, 26 Jun 2007 14:07:22 +0800

Hey all,

I have got a Man Utd jersey but unfortunately the guy put on the wrong number! Now how do i get take it off without damaging the shirt. The number is not the "cloth" type, but the sticker type. For those who has Man Utd jersey, the material is like the AIG sponsor logo.

PLease help =(

Thanks all.

Apple iPhone

zc_squash — Wed, 23 May 2007 23:55:52 +0800

Hey folks,

The rumoured launch date of the Apple iPhone in the US is at 11th June 2007. The supposed launch date in Asia is late 2008. And, i don't like waiting

From information i gathered, the phone is locked to Cingular, unfortunately. Do you guys know whether this phone's SIM could be unlocked so i could use it here in Malaysia? Or mmm, any direction you could point me to for more information?

Loads of thanks guys.

360 vs PC

zc_squash — Tue, 15 May 2007 20:47:09 +0800

Hey folks,

There are enough endless debates and discussions about PS 3 vs Xbox 360.

So wot i would wanna know from you people is wot do u think the outcome gonna be when the Xbox 360 is pitted against a top-of-the-line PC? Which gonna fares better? Hmm, say the PC is well armed with 2gb or maybe 4gb of RAM, the best graphics card out there ( 8800 GTX?) in SLI mode and a top notch C2D processor. And say the games gonna be in Vista and that of course in dx10 as well. So which do u think gonna be a better gaming machine (maybe in terms of frame rate and how the graphics look like)? Let me hear your verdicts.

And oh by the way, do u guys think the power of 360 have been fully tapped? Gears of War looked awesome i don't know if it could be pushed any further.

Can this be fixed?

zc_squash — Fri, 20 Apr 2007 11:37:17 +0800

Hey people,

My 360 keep crashing every 5 minutes or so into a game. It doesnt show 3 ROD, though. I posted the some pix of the crash so u guys can have better idea of what i'm saying:

http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/zc_squash/al...quash/my_photos

After it crashed, none of the buttons on the controller were responsive, including the the Xbox Guide button. It happened to all my games, all my movie DVDs. I tried playing a clip off the HDD (for about 6-7minutes) and it works ok.

any idea what is wrong?

Can i do this?

zc_squash — Wed, 21 Mar 2007 22:27:42 +0800

Hey people, i'm now using my 360 on my pc display. I really wanna switch between my pc and 360 on the go without turning either one off. I'm using acer AL1916W and 7900GS (i dont know does it matter wot gc im having or not. i guess not but i just tell u guys anyway).

So can it be done?

Erm, otherwise im gettin a HD TV tommorow sweeeee....