Handle With Care

For this issue, Soundcheck segment covered about indie band. The band is Handle With Care (HWC). HWC is an independent pop punk band based in Petaling Jaya.

members :

Faisal Yusof(lead vocalist)
Andy Seah(lead guitarist)
John Paul Pacaldo(guitarist)
Abdul Musowir (drummer)

Faisal, Andy, John and Chee Ben Jin (former drummer) founded the band in late 2008. Started off with friendship, they decided to form a band as they share common interest in music. The band was later joined by David in 2009. In August 2009, Ben left the band to further his studies overseas. He was then replaced by Moose in October 2009. In January 2010, David left the band due to personal reason. With his departure, the band is now a four-piece band with Faisal taking over the role as the bassist for the band.

A far cry from their beginning of playing covers, the band took a step forward by starting to write their own songs after being together for a few months. So far, two songs entitled “I’ll Never Get Tired of This” and “The Goodbye Song” has been recorded and released on the band’s MySpace page. HWC have played countless gigs including a gig for I-AMTV (Asian Independent Music Television) and Homegrown, the band aim to make a name in the Malaysian music scene.



They say that the songs that they wrote set them apart from the other bands. Usually for a pop punk band, the songs are usually catchy, up-tempo, cheerful and fun. However, for them they tried to put some emotion that listeners can relate to, into their songs and at the same time not losing the catchy elements.

Touch about preparation before they make a performance, individually, Faisal will drink lots of water, John and Andy will tune their guitars, and Moose usually walk around for some reason. As a band they said that they always make sure they come to the venue early and make sure they have enough practice beforehand.

Since they’re relatively a new band and they haven’t really established their name in the industry, it is hard for us to get income through shows. There are definitely ups and downs in terms of the money they get. But in the end of the day they’ll be happy as long as they can have fun on stage and entertain the crowd.

Currently HWC is waiting their first song in Malay language which called “Apa warnamu?” to be on air at Hot FM and Fly FM. They don’t have an album yet but they’re also currently working on their EP which they plan to release by year end.
If want to know them better or have any invitation, below are the contacts:

Contact number: 0176086282 (Faisal)

Email: handlewithcaremy@yahoo.com

Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/handlewithcaremy

Facebook : Handle With Care

6 strangers + 2 killers + 1 paradise island =

a perfect geteaway

Salam/Hi

What's on popcorn this week?

It's maybe a little surprise when I choose to post a past year movie rather than any new coming movies. How many of you have watch this movie? Hands up please! I can see some of you have watch this movie but I'm sure there are many of you have not yet see this movie before. OK, first i would like to introduce about this movie to you.

synopsis :

For their honeymoon, newlyweds Cliff and Cydney head to the tropical islands of Hawaii. While journeying through the paradisaical countryside the couple encounters Kale and Cleo, two disgruntled hitchhikers and Nick and Gina, two wild but well-meaning spirits who help guide them through the lush jungles. The picturesque waterfalls and scenic mountainsides quickly give way to terror when Cliff and Cydney learn of a grisly murder that occurred nearby and realize that they're being followed by chance acquaintances that suspiciously fit the description of the killers. What surprised me the most was the ending which was never expected from the start. And for me the ending was quite ironic because the killers are the person which looked nice and good.

actors/actress :

Steve Zahn as Cliff Anderson,
Timothy Olyphant as Nick,
Milla Jovovich as Cydney Anderson,
Kiele Sanchez as Gina.

comments :

I would like to say that their actions were great. Full with cruelty, a lil bit romantics and shock, this movie will not make you fall asleep. Trust me!

Based on the story, I personally give 7 stars from 10. So, what's you waiting for? Search it and watch it!

Basic Ways to Speed up Your PC

Hey Guys !

This week segment, DIY will provide you some basic tips to improve PC performance. To be honest, this tips doesn't speed up much but it will save you a lot of time and reduce lagging especially when playing games e.g. Hon,DOTA,Pro Evolution Soccer etc. These tips are applicable for any OS. The only difference is the way of do it.

Good Luck!

1) Delete any garbage files or data

After deleting, don’t forget to ‘Empty the Recycle Bin’ or ‘Tune Up Shredder’ if you are using Tune Up Utilities software. This will ensure the files are no longer available.

2) Uninstall any unnecessary programs

· Go to control panel

· Click Uninstall a Program

3) Run a scan disk or check disk.

Let Windows fix any errors :

· Go to My Computer

· Right-click on the C: drive

· Select Properties

· Go to Tools tab

· Click Check Now button

4) Run a disk cleanup utility

· Go to My Computer

· Right-click on the C: drive

· Select Properties

· Click the Disk Cleanup button

5) Run Defrag on all partitions

· Go to My Computer

· Right-click on the C: drive

· Select Properties

· Go to Tools tab

· Click Defragment Now button

*Run this only after you have deleted all trash and excess files!

6) Disable unnecessary services.

· Go to Start button

· Type msconfig in the Start Search Box and press Enter

· Click the Services tab

· Uncheck the unneeded start up items

* Visit http://www.blackviper.com/ to determine which services you can disable for your client.

7) Disable file indexing.

· Go to My Computer

· Right-click on the C: Drive

· Select Properties

· Uncheck "Allow Indexing Service to index this disk for fast file searching."

· Apply changes to "C: sub folders and files,"

· Click OK

*If a warning or error message appears (such as "Access is denied"), click the ignore all button

Radiusite for shawl frenzy

Salam/Hi

In this wardrobe segment, we brought you Radiusite...This blog owner, Miss Atika, 23, has started her bussiness since last year (2009), with her courage and passion in entrepreneur and faith in her product, she made it to the top.

This Radiusite blog provides a variety of shawls, tudung syria, anak tudung and jubah. There are different from others because of their qualities and pattern. Personally, i think all of these products where lovely that i wish to have them all!

Don't believe me??Check them out...







Other than that, Miss Ika also provided us tutorial on how to wear these shawls and tips how to starched your shawl. Futhermore she also teach us how to do our very own make up..




For any inquiries, you can contact her directly through her blog http://radiusite.blogspot.com/

p/s: please be quick as all her shawls were awfully fast booked!!

GITAR PERTAMA ANDA

Gitar merupakan satu instrument muzik yang sangat asas dalam bidang muzik. Alat muzik yang berasal dari Sepanyol ini boleh didapati di mana-mana kedai muzik berdekatan dengan pelbagai jenis warna dan bentuk. Jika anda baru sahaja ingin membeli gitar pertama anda, tips ini boleh membantu anda :


Sebagai permulaan, janganlah anda menghabiskan wang anda untuk membeli gitar yang mahal. Bajet yang dicadangkan ialah sebanyak RM100 ke RM200. Memang ada gitar yang lebih murah dari itu tetapi tidak berkualiti. Lebih berbaloikan jika gitar pertama anda ialah gitar yang tahan lama? Setelah anda lebih mahir nanti, boleh lah anda membeli gitar yang lebih mahal dan sesuai tengan tahap kepandaian anda.


Sebelum ke kedai untuk membeli gitar, banyakkan pengetahuan mengenai gitar dahulu. Kenal pasti jenis gitar yang anda mahu beli sama ada gitar elektrik, gitar akustik atau gitar klasik. Pastikan gitar pilihan anda bersesuaian dengan bajet anda. Anda boleh juga minta pendapat rakan-rakan anda yang memang sudah hebat mengenai gitar ini untuk membantu anda untuk memilih gitar ini.


Setelah anda kenal pasti gitar apa yang anda mahukan, boleh lah anda ke kedai gitar. Lebih baik jika anda bawa rakan yang tahu mengenai gitar . Anda boleh servey harga yang bersesuaian dengan bajet anda. Anda juga boleh cuba bandingkan gitar yang mahal dengan gitar yang murah. Anda akan dapat mengesan beberapa perbezaan dari segi kualiti, tali dan banyak lagi.


Anda juga boleh lah bertanyakan kepada tuan punya kedai tersebut serba sedikit mengenai gitar yang anda ingin beli itu. Pastikan anda tidak tertipu kerana biasanya jika anda bertanyakan gitar mana yang bagus, sudah semestinya peniaga tersebut akan mencadangkan gitar yang mahal sahaja. Tidak semestinya gitar yang mahal itu elok. Ia bergantung juga kepada jenama antaranya Yamaha, Fender, Gibson dan banyak lagi.

Jika gitar elektrik yang menjadi pilihan anda, anda perlulah cuba duhulu main dengan amplifier di kedai tersebut. Jangan pula pilih, bayar dan terus balik. Takut bila anda sudah sampai di rumah, gitar tersebut tidak berfungsi dengan baik. Pastikan juga gitar anda sudah ditune sebelum pulang ke rumah kerana sebagai permulaan, tuning sudah semestinya sesuatu yang mudah untuk anda.


Jangan lupa juga untuk membeli aksesori untuk gitar anda. Selain dari pic, guitar case juga penting. Jika anda ingin bawa gitar anda ke mana-mana, tidak lah mudah calar jika anda ada guitar case tersebut. Lebih elok juga anda membeli set tali 1 hingga 6 sebagai simpanan. Jika tali anda terputus, tidak lah anda perlu ke kedai kelam kabut untuk mencari tali baru.


Selain dari membeli gitar di kedai muzik berhampiran, anda juga boleh membeli secara online tetapi anda mestilah berhati hati kerana gitar ini tidak seperti barang-barang lain. Jika anda tersalah beli, membazir sahaja duit dan anda tidak akan berpuas hati dengan gitar pertama anda.


Sekarang, anda sudah mempunyai gitar sendiri. Selain daripada memilih gitar yang betul, anda juga perlu menjaga gitar anda. Penjagaan yang baik membolehkan gitar anda tahan lama. Semoga anda dapat berjumpa dengan gitar impian anda! :)

CLAMCASE

“Wow, I have iPad. But, it seems like I’m not sure with its toughness – easily broken? Oh God, I love the touchscreen, but to type on an integrated keyboard? I rather want to have an external keyboard. One more thing, could I just glue a stick at the back of the iPad to make it stand? Im still wondering… “

Fear no more, ClamCase™ is here to the rescue!

What is ClamCase™A hard,stylish plastic case with an integrated keyboard, but external to the iPad. The keyboard is connected to the iPad through Bluetooth, unlike other iPad keyboards which use physical contact, and make the iPad to not free to orient in any rotations. However, the keyboard isn’t only about the keyboard. It can be transformed into a a slick black carrying case, a shock absorber and scratch protector, and a display base as well. The top (the part which the iPad actually sits in) rotates around and folds back down into the base to turn the iPad/laptop cross-breed into a portable tablet.

What are the features?

Bluetooth® Keyboard

1. The iPad is easily connecs to ClamCase’s wireless Bluetooth® keyboard

2. A blue LED indicator can be seen on the ClamCase™, as the manual on/off button and it also come out with the automatic power saver mode.

3. Can be connected to the other HID compatible Bluetooth devices such as, Tivo®, Sony Playstation 3® and HTPC (home theater PC) – you can experience the ultimate wireless keyboard experience.

4. Bluetooth® technology enables the 30-pin dock connector to be free for charging, syncing and other hard wired functions.

360° Flip Case 1. ClamCase™ closed position guards against accidental openings and falls.

2. Shields against falls and breakage, dust and dirt.

3. Smooth yet grippy rubberized exterior texture of the 360° hinge provides a more
user-friendly hold for confident handling.

4. Made of high quality ABS plastic to ensure long lasting protection.

Infinity Stand 1. Watch movies at the perfect angle with the uniquely designed ClamCase™
can position into an infinite number of viewing angles

2. Flip-back keyboard to expose the rubber hinge grip and enjoy you iPad in tablet mode.

3. The unique positioning of the ClamCase™ allows users the capability to display a digital picture frame slideshow in both portrait and landscape views.

4. Manipulate the iPad touch screen and used your favorite apps at just right angle.

credits to http://clamcase.com/ .

Changing Eye Colour using Photoshop

Salam/hi.

This time tutorial, DIY will show you how to change eye's colour using photoshop. Without wasting anytime, let's get it started. ;)

1) Open up an image

Open an image you want to edit. You can either drag the picture to the photoshop or simply go to File > Open and choose an image.

2) Select Quick Selection Tool

Next, zoom in on the eyes and select Quick Selection Tool located at the left sidebar. For shortcut, you can press the letter W at your keyboard and it will automatically select it.

3) Make a selection around the eyes

Draw a selection around the first eyes. Once finished, hold down the Shift key and draw another one.

*Holding down the shift key will enable us to add a new selection to the previous one. This is the result you should get.

To make it more realistic, we must remove the pupils from the selection or people will just say ‘ahh, that’s another photoshop!’. Therefore, hold down your Alt(win)/Option(mac) key and drag around each pupil. Here is the result you should obtain.

4) Go to Layer > New Adjustment Layer > Hue/Saturation

With that selection, we are now ready to change their colours. For that, simply go to the Layer tab at the top toolbar and click new adjustment layer, then select Hue/Saturation from the list appears.

5) Select the colorize option

In the checkbox, tick the colorize option. It will instantly changing eye’s colour.

6) Adjust the Hue, Saturation and Lightness

In this final step, you can choose your colour by dragging the sliders at Hue, Saturation and Lightness option.

Hue: change the basic colour

Saturation: change the saturation of the colour

Lightness: affects the overall brightness

For my image, i will choose this :

Preview of the final result

Ohh, before I forget, those step are just a guideline especially for those who are still new in photoshop. You can try it on your own and you will find it's more satisfying. Good luck !

iPad Competitions Canceled?

It doesn't take a person to read about it in Agezine to know about the Apple iPad, one smooth-looking gadget from the brilliant minds of Apple. So, like in any business, one has to join in on what's new and what the consumers are looking for.


Earlier this year at CES 2010, HP unveiled a potential iPad killer, named the HP Slate, a multi-touch tablet PC running on Windows 7 with pretty much the same tech-capabilities as the iPad. Meanwhile Microsoft was busy with a project of their own codenamed project Courier. But whaddaya know, the Courier has been officially canceled and rumours are going around saying that HP isn't gonna go through with the Slate after all. After just a few days in after HP had acquired Palm, Tech Crunch reported that the HP Slate just might be ending up in the trash can. HP has yet to announce its true fate but if the rumour does turn out to be false, you can probably expect the Slate to be released sometime this June. Meanwhile the Courier is definitely a no go, which is such a shame 'cuz it looks just so damn cool.


But HP's tablet PC still has hope so be sure to keep a lookout for the HP Slate and its fate (hey that rhymes!) at HP's web here.

Rona hitam putih

Salam/Hi,

Hitam dan putih merupakan warna neutral. Walaupun nampak seperti zebra, namun pemakaian hitam putih ada penggemarnya. Pakaian hitam putih juga mudah untuk kita cari. Pergi sahaja ke mana-mana, pasti ada pakaian yang dijual yang berwarna hitam mahupun putih. Hitam putih juga selalu dijadikan tema majlis makan malam, majlis anugerah dan sebagainya. Walaupun hitam putih berbunyi ringkas, namun pemadanan yang sesuai perlulah dilakukan bagi memastikan anda tidak tenggelam atau nampak tidak sesuai dengan rona hitam putih tersebut.

Tips hitam putih untuk anda:

• Warna hitam putih tanpa tekstur yang menarik boleh membuatkan anda kelihatan bosan. Untuk tampak lebih menarik, cuba bermain dengan tekstur pakaian anda. Contoh tekstur yang sesuai ialah kulit, satin dan chiffon. Anda juga menambah hiasan seperti manik bagi memastikan pakaian anda nampak tidak kosong.

• Kamu juga boleh mengenakan motif print hitam putih dengan bunga-bungaan, corak abstrak dan banyak lagi. Jika memilih fabrik yang berlatarkan flora bagi yang bertumbuh gempal, pastikan bunganya tidak begitu besar. Jarak antara setiap bunga juga tidak terlalu jauh antara satu sama lain.Jika anda lebih berani, anda akan kelihatan lebih berbeza dari orang lain. Tetapi janganlah melampau pula ya!
  

• Jika anda bertubuh besar, mengenakan bahagian atas dengan pakaian hitam dan bawah putih merupakan gaya yang sesuai untuk anda kelihatan lebih langsing.
  

• Jika anda mahu mengenakan warna hitam di bawah dan warna putih di bawah, pastikan anda memilih pakaian dengan tekstur dan potongan yang menarik. Anda boleh mencuba potongan yang lebih funky dan trendy seperti kemeja retro dan dress pendek. Jika anda mengenakan pakaian yang biasa-biasa sahaja, kamu akan kelihatan seperti pelayan pula!

• Anda juga boleh menggunakan lapisan warna untuk kelihatan lebih menarik seperti mengenakan blazer atau jaket hitam di luar baju yang bermotif hitam putih.

• Jika anda mengenakan pakaian yang bergaris pasti tampak lebih menonjol. Tetapi jangan lupa kepada yang bersaiz besar, jalur menegak ke bawah pastinya lebih sesuai untuk anda bagi kelihatan lebih kurus.

• Lengkapi pula dengan penampilan anda dengan aksesori seperti rantai labuh, tali pinggang dan tas tangan. Sudah tentunya, anda akan kelihatan sempurna sekali dengan pakain hitam putih anda!

Jika anda lebih kreatif, anda akan mendapatkan hasil yang lebih menarik walaupun hanya menggunakan kombinasi dua warna ini. Selamat mencuba!