Nesohu 2.0

If you see a ladder moving in between the crowd, yes…that’ll be your favourite photographer…nesohu

After reading through books and books, study about softwares available and all, I can’t really understand how people came up with HDR images that are so impactful. Even after trying out the techniques used on YouTube, I still can’t get a decent photo other than a real dull gray-toned image.

Today, we went over to BM to attend a Leadership seminar. During that evening, she pampers me by bringing me out for a nice photo trip. I wouldn’t have love her more. This temple is one of the most beautiful temples in Peninsular Malaysia. The inside is kept to pristine cleanliness, and the marbles are really well crafted.

More importantly I managed to create my 1st HDR….manual HDR. I literally paint the whole image over layer after layer. Process is quite tedious, but the workflow can be summarized as follows:-

1. Take 5~7 shots in 1EV step
2. Put the brightest layer on the bottom, and stack the brighter layers on top depending on their exposure
3. Use Layer Mask and darken all the layers
4. Paint out the exposure of a particular spot as you desire.

Success. Yay~ 10s Choobee. You are really lovely.

Merry X’mas guys. Thanks to the blessings, I managed to get a good family, a good career, a good biz, and also most importantly, health. This is taken in Devine Mercy - “Not a Church, Not yet a Parish” this morning. Quite a nice place, a lot of people have fork out their savings to make this place such a beautiful one. Praise the Lord for that.

Btw…if you’ve noticed, I’ve just made a new logo for my “brand name”. I’ll explain more about the logo’s design on my next post.

What Happened to Nesohu? Well, flying here flying there…been to my 3rd trip of the year. Not far, but nevertheless, it’s overseas. Here are 2 more photos I’ve processed using a technique I just learnt online. Amazing color n sharpness boost. Will be developing it huge to hang on my wall.

Harddisc down, send for repairs….mood a bit down. I heard people say Data loss is worse then abortion. Well, i do think that’s quite true. Just to cheer things up a bit, let me start with some panoramic view of Bali.

This book is a continuation of Robert Langdon, a symbologist who was tricked to Washington DC on a quest to find “the lost symbol”. Following his journey, we learn how to solve puzzles one after another through historical contradictional believes as well technological advancement. Compared to his earlier few titles, Dan Brown have put more concentration on describing the scenes in detail. In this book, he also uses better english even my dad is tempted to flip the pages.

The twists in the story are more or less predictable, but it still gives me the kind of reading pleasure I’m expecting from this bestselling author. What gives me the most satisfaction is the way Dan brings out the message of the story.

Like Kung Fu Panda, the Lost Symbol tries to tell us that sometimes, when we are seeking for knowledge & power, all we need to do is to look into ourselves. That’s really a powerful message. Humans are capable of creating so much good but many of us does not realized that.

So readers, take some time tonight and find out, what you are actually capable of. The Lost Symbol is a worthy read…I’m sure it’ll be an international best seller.

I’ve been a fan of Ms Malaysia/Universe 2008/2009 Ms Soo Wincci (Datuk?) since I read about her on the newspaper. Since then, I’ve been actively following her blog - she writes pretty well and updates more frequently than me (shameful). I’m touched not only by her beauty but more importantly her determination to succeed.

So happen I was there in Gurney with my friend Bernard. I was so attracted to her singing that he call me a “chiko pek“. Well most people will just shy away but for me? Well, I’m there to get what I want - to get up on stage & tell her how much I admire her work - 1Malaysia (1 song 3 languages), 10Cents (charity from small), and may i repeat a singer that have gone through thick n thin to get her success.

Soo Wincci, I love your work. Keep it up.

When I’m excited on a new tech (ever so often), i’ll usually be the 1st to be on the que to get it. But this time, it’s different. I won’t say that I’m a Apple fanboy, nor would I say that iPod is my life. I’ve already got an e71 with me. Anyway, so happens 9-9-9 is such a auspicious day that Al-Steve came out from his rest/retirement to announce this product. The moment Switch annouce that 1st shipment will arrive in Penang, I quickly rush to the doors.

Unfortunately the place is so deserted only a few souls can be seen checking out the old iPods

I was waiting for the stocks to arrive, but 10 mins after 7, still nothing

As I was about to give up & go fill my stomach, I saw this I can’t contain my excitement any longer ( you could say that I’m now an Apple convert)

There are so many colors, I felt kinda lost. The sales personnels are as lost as I am as they are busy x’check the quantity.

They got the new camera-less iPod Touch with the only one dull “Buy or no Buy - Black”

Happy owner with her iPod

What’s in the box

Review

What’s good:
1. Best iPod Nano ever - camera, fm radio, pedometer
2. Games included
3. Headphones are sharp & clear
4. 2.2″ screen projects very sharp images
5. Weightless!!! (I can’t even feel it on my hands)

What’s bad:
1. Built in battery - non replaceable
2. I’m so addicted~!!!
3. Might even get one for myself

Now why would I buy an iPod for my wife? Well, she’s just simply cute…and that’s a good enough reason to get her 1. I love you dear, Happy 2 months Anni.

Cell phones updates are available ever since phones have built in memory (ROM, RAM). These updates are technically known as firmware updates. We can easily updated our phones by following just a few simple click. But, how many of us actually D.I.Y.? Here’s a few reasons why I update mine:

1. Bug fixes

Today people can’t wait for new devices to come out. Even before the announcement of a product, tech fanatics (like me) have been updating their RSS feeds for Rumors and Leaks. Hence the manufacturers ships the devices before running sufficient tests. Once the device is found defective they either - Recall or FixIt through a firmware update. Else, you might find your device explode out of a sudden.

2. Enhance user experience

One of the main reasons why people upgrade phones is for better User Interface. Nokia releases >30 different phones every year, with minor differences. These upgrades are usually available for older phones to thank them for their continuous support in their line of phones. Besides there are so many themes out there that we can use to customize our phones.

3. Freebies

Mobile phones are the most important device in our modern lives. I got my Nokia e71 for myself last X’mas not because I was influenced in anyway (peer pressure, advertisement and stuffs) but it’s actually a power tool to me. I need the hardware functionality - speed, GPS, camera, 3.5G connection, QWERTY…

Just like a PC that comes with WindowsXP, a mobile phone will only do that much unless you install the necessary applications for it to run. Among the few free apps in my e71 includes:
1. Jabplite (Personal Finance)
2. Quick Office Premier 6.0 - one upgrade that worth at least RM50 by itself
3. Opera Mini - Most popular mobile web browser available.

Just make sure you uninstall those bloatwares that you don’t need.

Btw…for those of you who are hunting for a new phone, don’t wait…get a e71. It’s the only phone I can rely on.