Jaybird Sportsband Bluetooth Headphone

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Earphone cords, I hate 'em! It's always the same thing happen whenever I slipped that typical earphones into my iPhone or iPod to listen to the music. Not only they got tangled which takes time to really get it resolved and such a time-waster - the worst part it always stuck either between my knee when I bent over during exercise or it stuck at the end of the kitchen cabinet handle whenever I try to open/close the door. I dunno how many earphones have got damaged and I have to buy new ones due to the internal wires defect caused by it. Not to mention, if I wanna move around the house while listening to the music, there's no way I can charge the phone at the same time!

So, the quest to find a wireless earphone begins. If previous years I've been having that Philips cordless headphone, that stuff however poses one disadvantage coz it has to be connected to an infra-red receiver, which is then be connected again to a power source. And I have to again fill in two AAA batteries to the headphone to futher power it. What a double triple troublesome. I need something much simpler, coz as usual simplicity is the ultimate sophistication, says Da Vinci. (Da Vinci as in Da Vinci the man, not the code!)

But voila! Thank goodness I found this gadget by Jaybird. Codename: Sportsband SB1 Bluetooth headphone, this one really solve lots of problem. Not only it's cordless (by which it connects via bluetooth), it looks so very cool too. Kinda has that retro vibes to it.

It's very simple to use. On the right there're control buttons like power on/off, forward, reverse, volume up/down. To connect you just need to hold on to the power button in the middle for 6 seconds, and the blue light blinks whereby it'll search for any available bluetooth devices to be connected with. For my iPhone, all I I have to do is by going to the Settings menu, and click on the Bluetooth - as within seconds it connects so swiftly.

On the left side of the headphone is quite similar control buttons - but they're all dummies coz they can't be used. However, the designer is brilliant as he try to balance it in term of its design. 

At the bottom, there're two holes - the smaller one for the mic and bigger hole for the power source which connects to a USB port for charging. There's no battery required for it to function since internally there's a rechargable battery (which I don't know where it's located) making things even better. And the device also act as a wireless headset, therefore whenever there's any calls you can use the headphone to answer without having to pick up the phone itself.

Function wise, the headphone can take up the signal up to 10 meters (which is according to the manual). But the best thing, it cuts through the walls too to a certain level. Since my house is a two-storey, I try to leave my phone downstairs and tested whether I can still listen to the music when I went upstairs. Surprisingly I can! How brilliant, though at times the sound breaks down at some intervals especially if I entered the room with the door closed , hence the signal became weak. Anyhow, it really does what it says on the box - wireless!

Sound wise, to me it's okay since I'm not that particular on the bass or treble thing. It sounds good coz it's not too bassy nor it squeals like some cheap headphones. The sound has great balance.

The battery life? I didn't really check coz I don't use it the whole day. With a full charge, I'm guessing probably it'll last about 12-15 hours? Which is not too bad after all... When the battery is about to run out, there'll be some 'beep' to warn you, and it'll keep going at some intervals until it stops functioning. It is when you really know you need to connect to the cord provided.

So far, I'm happy with it coz it's truly cordless. No need to mess with any wires and stuff. Very simple to use, very easy to operate, very light and truly mobile, and looks quite good in its glossy finish. They come in many color choices like blue, white, red... so its up to you which color you desire.

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Monochromatic Weekend

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Weekend. What is the difference between a weekend and weekdays for me? No difference, except that in the weekend I don't have to go to the office. I still wake up at six in the morning. Still have to switch on that PC and crnching those numbers. Still have to communicate with people around me. But the only difference is, I'm at home. And be able to just sit back and relax too, not to worry whether I take my early morning shower, or to dress up in the office attire. I can just enjoy a big mug of coffee with nasi lemak in the morning, pull out the Sunday newspapers to read and later on sipping the afternoon tea - all while in the house, gazing towards my newly coiffured garden (if you call that a garden, still. Ha!). 

And this weekend, it's all about going monochrome. It's not because of the haze outside (the sky is clearing off btw), but it's about feeling simplicity chic. And somewhat, going along with the decor. Monochromatic.Simple. No fuss.

Still, I need to think what should I put into that picture frames. It's been more than four years, the original Ikea Riba artwork is still there. Hmmm...what should I put? Monochrome? :]

Anyway. Why am I sensing some kind of deja vu in this picture? Oh, the theme is similar to the last year's one! [click]

stripes sweater - Benetton

cropped trousers - Uniqlo

bluetooth headphone - Sportsband by Jaybird

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... But Dude, Where's my iPad? : Part 6

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Oh, dude... my iPad it's on the fridge door! Ahaks!

Remember that once upon a time when LG try to release that internet TV fridge, and it doesn't create that much hooplas to the public? Well, time goes by so very fast coz i don't think that product really work that well. Or perhaps, the fridge was too pricey for average people like us to own one, that's why the response was quite cold. As cold as the fridge inside (no pun intended, nggg...).

Anyway, fast forward, lots of people now own an iPad. More than 14 million perhaps. And that also include people who own a fridge.. which is, erm...billions? So, why not made your own internet TV fridge with this new product instead: the FridgePad by Woodford Design.

Ok, I have one my own - that I stick my iPad onto my Samsung fridge door. The concept is the same as the fridge magnet since at the back of the stuff is a large magnetic 'pad' which is very strong. So strong that even if I slam the door very hard, it doesn't fell. Careful though, coz you do need to fix the screw of the bracket well, unless... erm, the thing will fall nonetheless.

If you think that, uh uh.. it's bad idea to stick any electrical items to a magnetic field coz it'll damage the curcuit of your gadget - don't worry, coz the company ensure us that it is safe. So now, with the FridgePad I can browse the recipes at Epicurious easily... and cook better (I hope!).

Or, while I cook I can follow the dance routine by Shinee thru YouTube - that Lucifer move is so fast pace! Fierceee! =)

[read my Samsung fridge story here and here]

dude...why your fridge magnet got a screen? :)

the pad is made of plastic... careful to not break it while you remove the thing from the fridge.

the magnetic pad that fill almost the entire backside. the brackets are secured with tiny screws.

the FridgePad comes with two sets of brackets : one for iPad 1st gen, and another for iPad2.

Epicurious is now at my fingertips... in my kitchen!

ready to dancercise with Shinee's Lucifer?

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You Wanna Go With the New Beetle?

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Is it red or is it pink? Or perhaps it's a vermillion or maybe a carmine. Whatever it is, the new 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is seen in Britney's new video 'I Wanna Go' sporting the striking red color on the street. Pretty cool indeed coz the critics say that the new design is much more masculine compared to its predecessor. I couldn't agree more coz the much flatter hood and slightly longer body made it much appealing to the guys instead. Very streamlined, very sporty, very contemporary retro.

But, pink? No thanks. Red, maybe.... pink, never!

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Free the Cords!

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Aren't you sick of all the cords and tangles that causing you massive problems everytime you wanna use your earphones to listen to the music? I do and I really hate it. Worse if it stuck either to the handles of the kitchen cabinet, or the dumbells that I'm lifting or even to my own knee whenever I ducked to wear my shoes before going to office (yup, it really happen!). So, what did I do to solve the problems?

Go chordless. Or, go bluetooth to be exact coz that's what I just got the other day when my bluetooth earphones arrived in my mailbox. Two of them - Sportsband and Freedom bluetooth headset by Jaybird. One week using them, my verdict is simple: awesome. I know it's an understatement, but the fact is that those things really work!

Soon I'll be writing my own reviews on those headsets. Know what...  I never feel so much hassle with the tangles ever since. Money truly well spent. =)

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Could This Be My New SUV?

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People has been asking when will I change my car? The thing is, I probably won't - at this time, no. Coz it's quite hard to find a car that really fulfill my expectations. For start, I don't really drive car car coz since five years ago I only drive SUV. It's all about the seat and the height of the vehicle, really... coz I prefer to be sitting like in a proper seat, not to slouch like in a typical saloon car. And SUV got more power especially when riding up the highlands, since it has more torque with its better McPherson suspension and 4WD capability, making the maneuveribility through the wetland is a swift. 

My other dilemma to get a SUV is the good styling; both internal and external look. I always dream of the BMW X6, but it'll cost me more than half a million to own just the basic spec. I'm a big fan of Mercedes M series and Volkswagen Toureg, yet the price is too much to bear. I never like the new Honda CRV, but love the cool Mazda; though it looks a bit 'elongated'. I like the vibrant and quirky Nissan Juke, though the look is almost a joke. And Kia, I quite like the new Sportage, very strong and dynamic - though some opinions says 'don't buy a Kia' which I don't know why. So, what to choose? Perhaps, just stick to my Perodua je lah...

Anyway, could 2012 be the year I change for a new car? Perhaps, getting the new 2012 Ford Vertrek? It's superbly cool, with the futuristic look which is once tauted to be a concept car. It has been unveiled last January at Detroit Motor Show, and Ford said this model is gonna replace Kuga and the old-looking Escape, making it a perfect crossover for the young at heart.

One thing for sure: it does look fierceeeee! (and if less than RM150k, can conside to buy one la...)

[pix from various sources]

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Mag Snaps : The Shoes, The Bags, The Shirt and The Watch...

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Something I like from the fashion mags this month.

First up, is the beige chukka boots from Kenzo. Love the color white-beige combo that is very easy breezy summery feel. Think you wanna upgrade your typical boat shoes into something different but equally delish, this should be the one.

I love bags, I love black and white, and I live for anything statement. And this statement backpack from LeSportsac x Joyrich fits the bill... doesn't it remind you of Chanel No. 5 label?

Something for a good cause. The limited edition Beautiful Earth eco-bag from Parkson as part of the Estee Lauder Companies (ELC) collaboration with Parkson Corporation for the Beautiful Earth 2011 campaign. It is made from 100% environmental-friendly materials, and you'll be receiving it free when you donated RM25 to any ELC freestanding stores nationwide. Your donation will then be used solely for purchase of a mangrove sapling, which will be planted in the ELC mangrove swamplands through the Malaysian Nature's Society in its effort to grow more trees for the environment.

Another one from Kenzo. The shirt with highlands artwork. This season, it seems that lots of designers used the nature-inspired landscape as prints on the shirts and tees. This one is no exception, and its beautiful.

Tired of wires? Who doesn't, huh? Probably this JayBird bluetooh headphones could solve the problem. No more messing up with the tangling cords. Freedom!

Something luxe. Very, very luxe. The Chanel J12 diver watch in metallic. Previously it was made of ceramic, one material that is strong in its construction. Perhaps with this stainless steel body and strap, it'll bring you into another style factor. Beware for Magneto, btw...

[scanned from august man and men's uno june 2011]

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L.o.v.e i.s...

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How do you know you're in love?

When you have that kind of feeling...

when you think of the person you love,

you suddenly got this chill...

and immediately you got this electrifying surge that goes thru the spine...

and it hits right behind your neck...

and it tingles behind your ears.

Then you know that you are actually in love.

Never had that feeling?

Then you've gotta search for the 'love'... :)

'Hearts' ceramic paperweights by Creativando @ Yoox.

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Marc Gadgets

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When I was in London I love going to Mount Street in Mayfair to visit one of my fav store Marc by Marc Jacobs. Yeah, it might be a 'designer store' without a doubt, but there's something about the nonchalance ambience about it that keeps me wanted to go from time to time. And if you go to any Marc by Marc Jacobs stores, you would not only find handbags and clothing line from the famous designer, but some other stuff and novelty merchandises that you can collect as well. Other than keyrings, bangles, books and plastic bags (yes, designer plastic bags...), there's even some other stuff like gadgets too.

Like these lots that fall under that category. There's Mr. Marc headphones and USB keychain, as well as the USB hub in very old-school cassettes lookalike which could bring nostalgia of yesteryears (I dunno how many still use Walkman these days...!). Isn't they look cool? I love having things that're a bit quirky coz it brings fun into life. That's why my family and friends sometimes say 'you ni macam-macam la...', meaning, "you're so many things" (sort of...I dunno what's the exact translation btw, ahaks!).

You can read my previous encounter at Marc by Marc Jacobs store here and here.

[pix from marc by marc jacobs and bloomingdales]

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