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Alfred Siew

Alfred is a writer, speaker and media instructor who has covered the telecom, media and technology scene for more than 20 years. Previously the technology correspondent for The Straits Times, he now edits the Techgoondu.com blog and runs his own technology and media consultancy.
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Samsung’s large-screen Galaxy View costs from S$898 in Singapore

With a screen that's larger than most conventional tablets, the Samsung View…

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Goondu review: Samsung Gear S2

It's not the cheapest but is one of the most accomplished smart…

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StarHub drops prices for SIM-only mobile plans

StarHub has dropped prices for its SIM-only mobile plans today, following rival…

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Xiaomi brings Redmi Note 2 with “flagship performance” to Singapore

It's yet another option for folks who want many of the features…

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Goondu review: Google Nexus 6P

Combining premium design, high-end hardware and a clean interface, it will appeal…

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Huawei’s new smartwatch looks like a Swiss watch… made in China

Huawei probably has sensed a demand for classic-looking watches that sport some…

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B&W’s 803 D3 stands out in new flagship speaker range

The new 803 D3s bring along the "turbine head" seen in the…

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Netflix Singapore to cost similiar to US, but catalog will vary

Prices for Netflix in Singapore will be similar to what users are…

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With technology mature, smart TVs help viewers discover new content

Who knows, a show could even be crowdfunded on the TV and…

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Google Nexus 6P on pre-order in Singapore from November 2, costs S$899 and S$999

Google's Nexus 6P phone is open for pre-orders in Singapore from November…

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MyRepublic rolls out 4G trial in Jurong, in fourth telco bid

MyRepublic started hooking users up on its trial 4G network in Jurong…

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NetLink Trust fined again for not connecting fibre users fast enough

NetLink Trust has been fined S$450,000 for failing yet again to connect…

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Three laptops to consider before the Surface Book turns up

Don't want to wait for Microsoft's much anticipated Surface Book to turn…

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Goondu review: HTC One E9+ Dual SIM

The likeable phone possesses the DNA of earlier HTC models, is updated…

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Microsoft surprises with Surface Book

For the first time, the best PC laptop could be made by…

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Nexus 6P to be out in Singapore in two colours, with 64GB and 128GB

The latest Google Nexus 6P phone unveiled this week will arrive in…

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Goondu review: Panasonic Toughpad FZ-X1

A toughed up Android tablet for industrial uses, it is aimed at…

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Q&A: Smart homes are not just about fancy gadgets, says Lutron

It has been developing automated lights, sensor-based dimming and remote controlled window…

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Finding the right fitness gadget for your run

How do you pick a fitness band from a smart watch? Here's…

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Sony brings Xperia Z5, plus compact and 4K versions, to Singapore from October

Sony's new Xperia Z5 Premium, the first smartphone to sport a 4K…

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