Adobe Design for Impact Virtual Event is a unique opportunity to hear about the latest technologies, techniques, tips and ideas across all mediums – digital imaging, typography, layout, interactive design and motion design, and gain the knowledge you need to stay competitive in the industry.
This event is broadcast live streaming online on Wednesday, October 12th, 2011 from 12pm to 3pm Singapore Time. You can view your country’s local time here.
The Philips’ Future Living Spaces contest was a unique platform created to bring students together and encourage them to think of Singapore’s macro issues from a multi-disciplinary perspective. Students from a wide spectrum of disciplines participated in the competition, including architecture, design, arts and engineering. This contest produced a broad range of ideas and solutions, addressing the key issues and challenges affecting the next generation.
The top 20 finalists and submissions based on public voting are:
| School | Leader’s Name | Entry | |
| 1 | Temasek Polytechnic | Basheer Mohamed Haroon | Efficient Lighting and Optimizing Space |
| 2 | Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts | Cindy Tionata Woeng | Soul |
| 3 | Temasek Polytechnic | Lim Yong Kang | Be-Ca Future Transportation |
| 4 | Institute of Technical Education (East) | Tan Yue Han | Innovations for our future |
| 5 | Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts | Francis Ho Kin Lam | Shangri La: Bringing Green to Our Train Stations |
| 6 | Temasek Polytechnic | Kenneth Sim Shi Chang | Pot-It |
| 7 | Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts | Juventia Tjahyono | Future Walking Stick |
| 8 | Institute of Technical Education (West) | Mok Zilong Steward | Home Safety Guardian |
| 9 | Temasek Polytechnic | Nur Sakina bte Najib | Breakthrough |
| 10 | Nanyang Technological University | Mark Chan Jian Ming | Synthesis – A Vibrant Student Hostel in the Heart of the City |
| 11 | Ngee Ann Polytechnic | Melvil Seah Weng Kang | Singapore 2021 : A Compact, Efficient & Sustainable City |
| 12 | Ngee Ann Polytechnic | Lee Xi Zhe | Eden |
| 13 | Institute of Technical Education (West) | Joshua Tan Jia Wei | GEMOS |
| 14 | Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts | Lita | The Soil Box |
| 15 | Temasek Polytechnic | Liu Yi Wen | Swinng, the outdoor kitchen |
| 16 | Singapore Polytechnic | Ho Wing Hong | Tackling the Problems of Global Warming – G-Float Residences |
| 17 | Ngee Ann Polytechnic | Mohammad Azhar Bin Aziz | Eco-Bus Stops |
| 18 | Singapore Polytechnic | Lau Liang Cheng | Envision The Future : Eco-Cube |
| 19 | Temasek Polytechnic | Tan Yi Jie Karyl | An Oasis named Walter – Walk on Water : A response to Increased Urbanization |
| 20 | LASALLE College of the Arts | Natalie Tan Hui Min | Fresh Grown Homes! |
Sony Alpha SLT A77
I had the opportunity to try out the Sony Alpha SLT A77 during the SingTel Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix race in Singapore. I’m not the technical kind of photographer reviewer that will go down into the details of the specifications of the camera, but I’ll just write about my experience with using the Sony Alpha SLT A77.
Linksys E-Series
Linksys E4200
The new and improved Linksys E-series wireless routers provide speeds of up to 450Mbps, with key features including 3×3 spatial stream configuration for improved coverage, external power amplifiers to maintain signal strength over a greater distance and reduce dead spots and virtual USB technology to connect USB printers, storage and other devices to the network. Native IPv6 and 6rd support are also new on select E-series models.
| Model | Linksys E1200 Wireless-N Router | Linksys E1500 Wireless-N Router with SpeedBoost | Linksys E2500 Advanced Dual-Band Wireless-N Router | Linksys E3200 High Performance Dual-Band Wireless-N Router | Linksys E4200 Maximum Performance Dual-Band Wireless-N Router |
| Retail Price / Availability | S$69 | S$99 | S$159 | S$229 | S$279 |
| Simultaneous Dual Band | - | - | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Speed up to* | 300 Mbps | 300 Mbps | 300 + 300 Mbps | 300 + 300 Mbps | 300 + 450 Mbps |
| Transmit / Receive | 2 x 2 | 2 x 3 | 2 x 2 | 2 x 3 | 2.4 GHz: 2×35 GHz: 3×3 |
| SpeedBoost Amplifiers | - | Yes | - | Yes | Yes |
| Ports | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Gigabit | Gigabit |
| Virtual USB | - | - | - | Yes | Yes + Media Server |
| IPv6 support | - | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cisco Connect Software | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Linksys X-Series
Linksys X3000
The powerful Linksys X-series is a range of hybrid home wireless products that help consumers to simply create a high speed wireless home network that works with both DSL and cable broadband connections.
| Model | Linksys X2000 Wireless-N ADSL2+ Modem Router | Linksys X3000 Advanced Wireless-N ADSL2+ Modem Router |
| Retail Price / Availability | S$139Currently Available | S$179End October 2011 |
| Speed up to* | 300 Mbps | 300 Mbps |
| Virtual USB | - | Yes |
| Ports | Ethernet | Gigabit |
| Cisco Connect Software | Yes | Yes |
Linksys WES610N Dual-Band Wireless-N Entertainment Bridge
Linksys WES610N
The versatile Linksys WES610N Entertainment Bridge can make any wired device a part of the home wireless network. With a built-in 4-Port Switch to easily connect multiple devices, the Linksys WES610N converts TVs, printers, computers and other wired devices to wireless.
| Model | Linksys WES610N |
| Retail Price / Availability | S$149 / End November 2011 |
| Technology | Wireless-N |
| Bands | 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz |
| Standards | IEEE 802.3u, 802.11g, 802.11b, 802.11a, 802.11n |
| Antennas | 3 internal |
| Ethernet ports x speed | 4 x 10/100 |
Linksys RE1000 Wireless-N Range Extender
Linksys RE1000
For consumers experiencing weaker signal strength or “dead spots” in the home, the Linksys RE1000 Range Extender is the perfect companion for wider home coverage. The extender is designed to take an existing wireless signal and repeat it throughout the home to ‘extend’ the signal. The Linksys Range Extender also acts as a wireless bridge – connecting a wired printer, Internet enabled TV or game console to the wireless network through its integrated Ethernet port.
| Model | Linksys RE1000 |
| Retail Price / Availability | S$109 / Currently Available |
| Technology | Wireless B/G/N |
| Antennas | 2 |
| Transmit / Receive | 2 x 2 |
| Ports | 1 x Ethernet |
| Installation OS | Windows & MAC |
Linksys AE1200 Wireless-N Adaptor & Linksys AE2500 Dual Band Wireless-N Adaptor
Linksys AE2500
The Linksys AE1200 Wireless-N Adaptor and Linksys AE2500 Dual Band Wireless-N Adaptor are both ideal to upgrade computers to Wireless-N by simply plugging the adapter into a computer’s USB port. The Linksys AE2500 additionally offers Dual-Band Wireless-N to allow selection between the 2.4GHz band and 5 GHz band to avoid interference and maximize throughput.
| Model | Linksys AE1200 Wireless-N Adaptor | Linksys AE2500 Dual Band Wireless-N Adaptor |
| Retail Price / Availability | S$39 / End November 2011 | S$59 / End November 2011 |
| Technology | Wireless-N | Wireless-N |
| Bands | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz |
| Speed up to | 300 Mbps | 300 Mbps |
| Installations OS | Windows | Windows |
I was just lamenting about Company profiles not being able to have “Status Updates” when someone from LinkedIn was giving me a walkthrough on the features of LinkedIn. Well, about 4 weeks later, we have Company Status Updates on LinkedIn! This is just simply awesome. Company Status Updates will allow administrators of Company Pages to share professionally relevant updates directly with their Company Page followers, including content such as company news, videos, jobs, industry articles, and more.
Next up is the LinkedIn Certified Developer Program, which is a best-in-class network of developers to help marketers, agencies and companies leverage the LinkedIn platform to drive engagement with their audiences. Launch partners – which include AKQA, Buddy Media, HootSuite Media, Inc. and Wildfire – have a range of social media marketing capabilities, including campaign management, social promotions, enhanced analytics, custom applications and more.
I like where LinkedIn is going. Are you frequenting LinkedIn these days? It has changed quite a bit. Check it out.
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Hilarious, but it is so true. This is exactly what happens in most cases. How would you sell F# to your boss?