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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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Hands on: MSI S20 Slidebook

The S$1,599 Windows 8 convertible will attract some users who are looking…

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Four affordable – yet fast – ultrabooks for about S$1,500

Fast, portable yet affordable ultrabooks that hit the sweet spot for users…

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Does Galaxy S4 “Nexus” from Google mark a new trend?

If Samsung's new flagship phone is the way forward for future Google…

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Singapore do-not-call registry to keep spam calls, messages out from Jan 2014

Users of cellphones can finally say no to those annoying spam SMSes…

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Nokia Lumia 925 goes metallic, still has great camera

It's got a metallic case, it's slimmed down drastically and it has…

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New media versus old media? How about quality media?

Rather than see things in black and white, it's time to read…

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Hands on: BlackBerry Q10

For BlackBerry die-hards who are still firing away e-mails everyday on their…

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Research firm: mobile content revenues to reach US$65bn in 2016

Users will spend US$65 billion on e-books, games and other content on…

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Hands on: Sonos Playbar

It sounds better than many sound bars and can come in handy…

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Goondu DIY: simple tweaks for the Samsung Galaxy S4

Love the phone but can't stand Samsung's interface? Here are some simple…

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Q&A: BlackBerry pins hopes on Z10, strong markets like Indonesia

Techgoondu got in touch with Hastings Singh of BlackBerry to look for…

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Microsoft: “keygen” pirate software is top source of Singapore’s PC infection

Users going on the Internet for pirated software may now be the…

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Commentary: SingTel playing a risky game with its pay-TV stance

The real reason why SingTel is unhappy is because it cannot now…

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Commentary: MDA tells SingTel to show BPL matches on rival channels

The country's media regulator has clearly told the "red" operator to show…

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Asus Fonepad offers another low-cost Android option in Singapore

Asus 3G-enabled tablet costs just S$369 and uses Intel's Atom chip.

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Microsoft Surface Pro in Singapore by end-June

Folks who have been holding out for Microsoft's Surface Pro in Singapore…

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TomTom Multi-Sport and Runner fitness watches look interesting

Definitely two fitness gadgets to watch out for if you do any…

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Singapore-made video call app helps guide the blind

An interesting app from Singapore now promises to help blind persons check…

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What to buy: Samsung Galaxy S4, HTC One or Sony Xperia Z?

Which among the three most desirable phones should you buy? Here's a…

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Fibre optic ports to be standard in new Singapore homes

This means home owners won't have to arrange for their property to…

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