Dreams ∙ Passion ∙ Digital World
The idea of not having a traditional castle-and-moat security architecture and replacing it with a Zero-Trust method to defend the crown jewels sounds a little absurb? Not really. In a Zero Trust Architecture, it eliminates the inherent trust bestowed on internal networks. Instead all access to resources are inspected and granted on a least-privileged strategy regardless of location. Sounds cool? Read on.
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Nintendo Switch owners should be familiar with amiibo figures. By tapping them on the right Joy-Con controller, you can unlock in game bonuses and add a lot of fun to compatible games. These bonuses are not single use and people actually share them with family and friends. To do so, they either borrow the amiibo figure or clone their data onto compatible NFC tag. I got the N2 Elite NFC Emulator to do just that.
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Considering that how infrequently I change flat batteries in my doorbell, I did not even once think that I will ever get a smart video doorbell. So why did I get it? Because of a weird encounter that my neighbour had – an agitated guy pestering/ questioning for someone on a late night. I don’t think such encounters are great. Without much hesitation, I picked up the Ring Video Doorbell 2 during the Amazon Prime Day sales.
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I bought the Sony WF-1000XM3 Truely Wireless Earphones last month and have almost been using it daily during commute. The Sony WF-1000XM3 is great but I find the included tips (both silicone and foam) lack-lustre in areas of fitting and isolation. As Comply does not have a specific recommended foam tip model for the Sony WF-1000XM3, I decided to try my luck with their SmartCore series. I am glad to say that the Sony WF-1000XM3 and Comply SmartCore series are compatible. I got 3-pack off Lazada for S$24.00.
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Owning the Sony WH-1000XM3 cans was the best gift for my daily commute until Sony announced the Sony WF-1000XM3 in-ear active noise canceling (ANC) that fits in your pockets. Despite the lack of support for aptX or Sony’s own LDAC, I still decided to get it for its portability. The Sony WF-1000XM3 true wireless earphones retails for S$349.00.
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Giga! is an independent sub-brand by StarHub offering SIM-only, no-contract mobile plan. It operate on StarHub’s mobile network but have its own customer base and all digital platform (for customer interactions). I signed up for the Giga! free one month trial and here are my thoughts.
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USB-C is fast becoming the de facto connector standard for charging mobile and computing devices. My Microsoft Surface Go uses it, OnePlus 6 uses it, Apple MacBook Pro uses it, Nintendo Switch uses it. Hence, getting a good USB-C power adapter or charger seems to be the wisest move. Chanced upon the Xiaomi 45W USB-C power adapter and got it for S$24.47. Considering that the Apple 30W USB-C adapter sells for S$65, the Xiaomi USB-C adapter is a steal.
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SimplyGo enables commuters to use their credit or debit cards with contactless function for fare payments. Aside from using the physical card itself, one can pay using NFC-enabled device with Google Pay, Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, etc. if the card is linked to the device. I been paying my fares using Samsung Pay via my Samsung Galaxy Active watch ever since getting it. Mixed feelings so far.
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The Surface Go is Microsoft’s latest tablet. In fact, it a tablet and mini laptop rolled into one. Just the right timing to replace my Surface Pro 4 as the battery drain issue worsened. I bought the 128GB / 8GB RAM configuration with burgundy type cover and pen for S$929 from Lazada Singapore.
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