Grind My Gears - Common Courtesy

Haven't wrote of these like forever. Nyways, yesterday I read a tweet which went "saying you're welcome is not a chore, but common courtesy", and it got me thinking. How often do I say you're welcome, which really ain't that common at all. Which only leads to one thing, people I have been dealing with are not saying "thank you" at all.

Where I currently am, I have  had to learn my manners again due to all the friendly people around me but back home, where commercials say its one of the friendliest places, you really don't actually experience common courtesy much at all. Rarely people hold the door for you, rarely would they ever let you get into their lane while being stuck in a traffic jam, rarely would they even say thank you if you did something for them.

So I ask, what happened to common courtesy? I read an article recently of a social experiment of helping and very sadly so (it somehow affected me deeply), Malaysia was rated as the least helpful country, in the case of helping a random stranger in need. That's just sad. Check it out yourself -> LINK

So whoever reading this,
the next time someone goes out of their way for you, a simple thank you ain't really that much effort to say.

Grinds my gears even when I think about it...

Rant end...

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My SteelSeries Siberia USB Soundcard Review

Finally another review! Well technically its not even a new product but screw that I bought it and so I want to write about it.
I have to admit I never actually had any problems with my laptop's soundcard but the audiophile in me took over and tadaaa the usb soundcard.


Pros

• 7.1 virtual surround sound - Awesome for movies. LOTR and Matrix. Just sounded amazing!
• small, sturdy and lightweight
• Wire is fairly long - good for gamers at computer cafes. 
• Volume control & Mute buttons on it.

Cons

• It's incredibly loud - Yes this can be a problem as well. Volume at 1 and its still loud on my headphones. So you have to go through the trouble of turning every application volume down.
• Sometimes the connection between the wire and the card comes off pretty easily. Could be a Pro or a Con. 

I actually really like the soundcard. It adds more fullness to sounds and definitely more bass for those bass heavy songs. Playing games with it is a hell lot more creepier since you hear stuff behind you while running around and movie watching is just a total blast!

Is it worth the price of it? Pretty sure it's not but heck if you watch a lot of movies on your laptop then this could be one of those experience enhancing devices.

I Rate Thee - 7/10


No Matter how much I like it, I still think it's pretty overpriced.

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Gratitude

Hey all!

I would just like to say a HUGE thank you to everyone who still visits and checks my blog out. Super big promise that I will try to be as active as before.

Very touched. Will work harder.

THANK YOU!

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Zombie Walk Plattsburgh 2012

Hey all!

Sorry for the overly long lack of posting for the past many many many months. As some of you may know, I'm currently studying overseas and well I'm pretty much in a small town where nothing much really actually happens.

Anyways back to the post, its currently Zombie Walk month, where people dress as zombies and they walk around in groups just to have some fun. Yes apparently its fun. Not putting my camera to waste, I went out there with my camera. Will just tell you some tips on how I snapped some of the pics.

*Camera
*Wide angle lens preferably
*External flash with diffuser
*A whole lot of running.




Set the camera to manual Mode. I used ISO 1000, Shutter was set at 1/100 but it will change based on the amount of light available, Aperature at f8 and the flash was set at half power. I only decided to play around with the flash and shutter as I felt that it was easier that way and faster too. Flash head was pointed towards the people obviously.

That's pretty much it. Have fun!

Just remember that since you are looking out for zombies, having normal looking parents or people walking in your picture would make it look out of place.

Very sorry about the picture placing. Blogger changed and I'm not very sure about the new layout.


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Post-Review Hennessy V.S.O.P Privilege NyX launch 2012.

So after tasting the product what do I think about it?

Hennessy NyX is actually a very good tasting V.S.O.P. It is smooth and rich with flavor. Mom personally loves it with Soda as she says it tastes better than all the fruity flavors.





I personally just love the apple and berry but still, I would still say this product would be best enjoyed just straight on the rocks. Based on flavors alone, it is definitely tasty.

The launch wasn't very big so it felt exclusive enough. Just so you guys know, Vertigo Club is serving the NyX already, so dropby for a taste if you can afford it.


Here are some pictures from that night at Vertigo Club, Gardens.

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Hennessy V.S.O.P Privilege NyX launch 2012.

Hey everyone!
Well luck is on my side this year! To kick things off again for this new year and this blog, I have been invited to Hennessy's NyX launching!

What is the NyX?
It's Hennessy's new PREMIUM V.S.O.P. So what can you expect from this new flavor?
Awesomeness, that's what.

If you would like to know more about this new "AWESOMENESS", watching the video below would give you more info about it. If you are REALLY curious about it, then maybe you can drop by the Hennessy V.S.O.P NYX Concept Space ‘Roadshow’ from 2nd – 10th January 2012 happening at East Atrium Entrance, Mid Valley Megamall (In front of Coffee Bean / MPH). 



Have I got you interested enough yet?

Well here's a chance for you to attend and WIN this BRAND NEW product!



How to win the exclusive passes to the launch party? Follow the steps below:
1. Like their fanpage in facebook.
2. Click on the tab “Hennessy NYX” on the left to join the contest!
3. All you need to do is to share the news with friends and ask them to join the ‘Illuminate the Night’ contest on Hennessy Malaysia FB page as well.

So what can you expect at this HUGE party?
We are so gonna DOMINATE the night! With Ultra violet and Glow in the Dark colors. Grab a chance to be one of the first few people to meet with this new Limited Edition, Platinum Bottle with QR Code. What's so special? Each bottle is numbered. That's what. 








Still not convinced? Well drop by http://vsopnyx.hennessy.com/nyx/desktop/gate.html  for more info!



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YJ