Asus to ship US$1,000 GTX 690 graphics card and it’s already sold out in Singapore
Asus is shipping the fastest and possibly sexiest PC graphics card around, the Nvidia GeForce GTX 690, and Techgoondu understands it has already sold out the first batch of pre-orders…
ViewQwest launches fibre service that lets users view US TV programmes
Internet service provider ViewQwest is offering its fibre broadband services with a low-cost VPN (virtual private networking) option that enables Singapore users to easily connect to these US-based video services…
First low-end Windows Phone Nokia Lumia 610 lands in Singapore on May 5
Nokia, which has traditionally done well in the low-price segment of the mobile phone market, will be facing the true test of its future relevance come May 5, when its…
Goondu Q&A: My Republic promises no “hard” throttling for fibre broadband
We speak to Malcolm Rodrigues, the CEO and co-founder of MyRepublic, the new kid on the block in the broadband market, for his views.
Singaporean inducted into inaugural ‘Internet Hall of Fame’
Dr Tan Tin Wee, an associate professor at the National University of Singapore (NUS), has been honoured as a "Global Connector" in the Internet Society’s inaugural batch of Internet Hall…
Geek buy: Corsair Force GT
Using the popular Sandforce controller, it is at the apex in terms of SSDs for home users.
Hands-on: Lenovo IdeaCentre A720 is like the Surface for your home
This is definitely one of the best Windows alternatives to Apple’s 27-inch iMac at the moment, and the touch panel ensures that you'll enjoy all of Windows 8's goodness when…
Goondu DIY: get your Skype calls on your Bluetooth headset
Even though Skype and Bluetooth have both been around for a while, it's still a mystery to many users when it comes to connecting an Internet call to a wireless…
Want a S$40 “computer”? Join the queue for the Raspberry Pi
Low-cost, low-power and space-saving, the tiny Raspberry Pi is the machine you've been looking for if you are an enthusiast keen to build your own micro PC or even media…
Google Drive comes with 5GB free storage and desktop apps
The rumours surrounding the mysterious Google Drive were finally put to rest when the Internet giant formally announced the online storage service yesterday. "Just like the Loch Ness Monster, you may…
Transformer Pad TF300 sports a lower price tag, available from mid-May
The ASUS Transformer Prime is an excellent piece of kit, and the Transformer Pad Infinity even more so, but those looking for a more budget-friendly “Transformer” can now satisfy their…
Microsoft opens S$23 million technology centre in Singapore
Microsoft today opened a S$23 million technology centre in Singapore to enable companies to test out new technologies such as cloud computing and unified communications before rolling them out at…
Adobe: Flash and HTML5 can get along nicely in new CS6
Unveiled today in Singapore, Adobe's Creative Suite 6 comes jam packed with new features, among them a brand new application called Adobe Muse which enables designers to create and publish…
Singapore broadband speeds to get real-world tests through SamKnows
After years of complaining about slow connections, Singapore's broadband users can now join a study that uses their actual day-to-day experience to offer a clear snapshot of just how fast…
Goondu Review: ASUS Eee Slate EP121
This could be less of a “media consumption” device but more of a specialised tablet for artists and designers.
Asus reveals self-designed GeForce GTX 680 cards
They will sport its popular Direct CU II heatpipe cooler and fan to reduce noise.
Windows 8 Enterprise touts mobile productivity features
Microsoft this week unveiled details about the upcoming Windows 8 editions, which include Windows 8 and Windows 8 Pro for x86-based PCs, as well as Windows 8 RT for tablets…
Smartphone malware is real – here are some tips to keep clear
Sometimes, fear-mongering can have the opposite effect - it makes you feel that you are safe because the people crying wolf seem to have raised the alarm once too often.…
Hands-on: New entry-level Nikon D3200 packs 24-megapixel sensor
Nikon’s newest entry-level D3200 makes for a very compelling “first camera”.
Microsoft Surface 2.0 sheds ‘prototype’ status
If the prototype of Microsoft’s Surface 2.0 unveiled last May got you excited, it’s time to ready your wallet: the SUR40 table-top computer is finally available for order.
