Sony VAIO Z

I've been thinking of buying a new laptop since my old Sony VAIO series C keep failing on me. It's the 2nd time I need to send it for repair in 3 years. Luckily I've got extended warranty on it or else it'll cost me.

I'm not considering netbook even though it's cheaper and weight less generally. Unfortunately the cheaper price tag also means older OS (mostly XP) and slower processor with smaller memory capacity.I'm using HP desktop that runs on Core 2 Quad and 4GB RAM, with wide LCD monitor at home. I'm so used to the speed and lack of lagging, anything slower than this will really frustrate me.

That's why I bought the Sony VAIO Z. It's pretty expensive ($3799 + $679 on extended warranty) but it runs on Core i5 with turbo boost and 6GB RAM. Besides Bluetooth and Wireless LAN, this model also has Wireless WAN which provides a SIM slot for mobile broadband, so you don't have to carry the USB stick. It's pretty light, only weighs about 1.4kg with a DVD drive. The cover surface also won't leave fingerprint marks which is a plus for me.

I'm going to start enjoying my laptop at the expense of my wallet...:o/ Well, as the saying goes "No Pain, No Gain"...hahaha...

Maid Sama! 会長はメイド様!

I'm hooked on this anime right now!



It was showed on Animax same week telecast from Japan. I didn't subscibe to Animax until recently Starhub made it a complimentary channel. I caught a glimpse and then the rest is history...

It's really cute to see Misaki and Usui developing their feeling for each other after he found out that she worked at a maid cafe. The animation was great with funny expression that made the anime even more attractive.

I wasn't interested in anime before and now I'm starting to get mesmerised. I'm impressed with Japanese. How did they come up with these stories??!! It's really captivating and no wonder there's a lot of "otaku" out there.

I'm on episode 12 now. But it's a bit frustrating cos it only show 1 episode per week. I wonder how many episodes there will be since the manga is still on going. Anyway, I will be continue looking forward to watch it every week.

Tribute to Michael Jackson - Smooth Criminal