A Simple Life & Me

IPHONE 3G @ Prevents Upskirts in Japan

2009-10-11T22:07:00.006+08:00

I just saw an interesting article on www.cultofmac.com titled "To Prevent Upskirts, Japanese IPhone 3G Always Alerts When Taking Photos" written by Leander Kahney that I could not help but put on my blog. Please note the Photo was taken by Jeff Epp. The new Japanese Iphone always makes a noise when taking a picture due to a particular problem they are having in Japan.

An upskirt warning poster in a subway station outside Tokyo. Photo by Jeff Epp.

“The iPhone 3G in Japan has a special feature unique to that country: The camera always makes a conspicuous “shutter” sound when a picture is taken, even when the phone is set to “silent” mode.

The loud shutter sound is supposed to deter voyeurs from taking sneaky pictures up women’s’ skirts — or down their tops.

In Japan, upskirt and downblouse shots have become increasingly popular with the advent of high-resolution camera phones.

As a result, all cell phones sold in Japan make a conspicuous shutter sound, or say the word “cheese” when a snap is taken, according to Nobuyuki Hayashi, a tech reporter based in Tokyo.

To read the entire article…
http://cultofmac.com/to-prevent-upskirts-japanese-iphone-3g-always-alerts-when-taking-photos/2356

Canon Photomarathon 2009 @ Sunway Lagoon

2009-10-08T20:46:00.007+08:00

Canon PhotoMarathon Asia is one of the region's largest and most recognised photo competitions. Created for anyone with a passion for photography, the Canon PhotoMarathon is open to amateur and professional photographers alike.

This coming Saturday im goin to join the Canon photomarathon. This is gona be my 1st time to attend this big event organized by Canon Malaysia.. when you are staying in a big city...we got alots of appournity to attend / join & gain experiences... good oppourtinity for learning :)
there are few of my college friends who already confirmed to attend this event with me..they are Jason, Yen, jason's friend, Fikri, Ejam & Emir. Dunno whether Replay goin to join us or not..gona call him up to confirm with him. See u guys on Saturday morning then :)

Here is the detail for the Canon photomarathon for who still duno bout it :

Date :	Saturday, October 10, 2009
Time :	7:00am - 9:00pm
Location :	Sunway Lagoon Theme Park (Elephant Walk Entrance)
City/Town :	Selangor, Malaysia

For more information regarding the Canon Photomarathon...u can check it out @ http://www.canon-asia.com/photomarathon2009/

Tara Foundation Night '09

2009-10-05T20:22:00.014+08:00

1st of all, i would like to thanks Barbara Prinz for invited me & Syaza to Tara Foundation Night @ SENTUL. This is my 1st time pay a visit to the orphanage house @ KL. The purpose of this event is to raise some fund to help them to build a new HOME for a better life.

TARA, literally mean STAR and BHAVAN mean HOME.

Tara Bhavan is a Home for under-privileged children who are ages range from 5-17 years. Its was established on the 14th February 1999. The primary aim of the HOME is to provide shelter to children who come from poverty-stricken background, abandoned, orphans and of poor single mothers.

Make ur Contribution to :

TARA FOUNDATION NEW BUILDING A/C No : 304-891260-102
Address : 63, Jalan Duku, Kg Kasipillay
51200 Kuala Lumpur.
Malaysia
Tel : 03-4044 3381 / 019-322 4111
Fax : 03-4021 6001

HELP A STAR SHINE!!!

Here some photos taken by me during the charity event. I would like to sharing to all of u. Enjoy!

Black Eyed Peas perform a special live stage @ Chicago 8 Sept 2009

2009-09-19T00:51:00.007+08:00

Black Eyed Peas perform a special live version of I Gotta Feeling for Oprah while a flash mob of synchronized dancers groove on Michigan Avenue downtown Chicago, IL USA.
The performance was at Flash Mob- Oprah's Block Party- Black Eyed Peas- New Age Unity Can Happen with thousands of strangers dancing their asses off to one beat, why not Billions to world Peace, Equality and Unity Re-post this video if you believe it could happen... !!

At first i thought that girl in blue color shirt is so crazy. IF only 1 person jumping like monkey *DANCCE* = IDIOT CRAZY DANCING
BUT WHEN 10 PPL OR MORE DOING THE SAME MOVE = ITS HAPPENINGG!!!! thats was awessome thing i ever seeee ~_~ anyway i found out some sources said its was planned b4 the show start..with a hand full of choreograhers got the idea to plan this dance, they used Oprahs twitter group to get people involved and got more proessional dancers to help teach people the moves. The day before the kickoff they had people show up to practice and had 20000 people show up.

But its still AWESOME PARTY EVERRRRR 2009..Enjoys!!

5th ASEAN PARALYMPIC GAMES 2009 @ MALAYSIA

2009-09-18T21:36:00.020+08:00

Its is an honor for me to be given a opportunity to be part of Stevan Leong Photography Team covering the entire Paralympic Games Event at Bukit Jalil. Its a great working experience for me to learn more about 'Sport Photography'. It is not as easy as i what i thought.
Really happy can be working together with the team & my new friends, nice to meet you all :) Having alots fun during coverage the entire event.

Honestly this is my 1st time experienced to work on this big event. Its not as easy as what I thought previously. I still trying to figure out my weakness & mistakes. I hope in future i can improve n bring more quality photo to share with all of u :)

Location: Kuala Lumpur 15th - 19th August 2009

Edward Chan.KL - a friendly, funny n happy guy..always jokes around.. sometimes i cant stop laughing when he start to talk... i do love & got inspired of his passion in photography while we worked 2gether @ Asean Para Games. Looking forward to work 2gether with u again.

Dr Chen Very friendly, kind, nice & happy guy..gain some knowledge & tips about healths. Another new friend of mine :) What i can say..im really impressed his PR skills, his passion in photography & wondering how come a Doctor can be a so good in photography...howhe managing his time? huhuhu /Salute

P & M

2009-09-18T21:00:00.012+08:00

A photo series from me specially dedicated to a good friend of mine, Philip & Mei. I wish u guys do really enjoy every moments during the photoshoot altho that time its was totally shooting under the hot weather & a short session with 2 of u. Treasure & apreciate everything whatever we have right now. No1 is prefect unless you are Prefect GOD :X Hope u guys like & do enjoy the photo series ya :)

Thanks to Philip & Mei for the trusted on me to freeze yrs precious moments. having alots fun during my workz with both of u, hope both of u do enjoy it as well as i do :P

I noticed some1 had took 1 of my picture & use it for her own use without promission from me. Kindly sad i got such this kind of friend in my FB. I hope this wont happen again in d future. Please do respect with ppl's property & all right reserved.

All Images are the sole property of Richard Chin, reprinting, and republishing of these images, without the sole permission of the photographer, are expressly forbidden. All individuals participating in said acts will be held liable.

Here is the Photo slide show i made hope u enjoy it :) Cheers!

Random

2009-09-18T20:45:00.003+08:00

Wow...its been awhile i stopped blogging more than half year..i juz too lazy to blog..dun hav the mood gua...anyway today i felt too boring. Yesterday finished up 2 masterpiece drawing for my drawing assignment around 3.30am ~_~ i almost forgotten that i got class tmr morning 8.30am, which is Mr Anderson (history of Art).. luckily i manage to wake up on 8.00AM..take a quick bath n brush my teeth..then rush to Carrefour bus stop waiting for Rapidkl bus. After finish my class, i went to computer lab do some research n fotocopy some stuff for my holiday homework. Back home around 2pm..then take a nap *jz too sleepy n tired* Was planning go jogging at Subang recreational park around 5-6pm *getting fatter ady coz everyday EAT EAT EAT only,,need to do some exercise la*..luckily i got woke up by a call from my mum :) talk talk talk..then i noticed that its raining la...so i think i hav to cancel it then ~_~

Start today my college gona hav a short break for 2weekz for Hari Raya...but 2nd week we hav to go back to college for Advertising class replacement :( ...anyway wana wish all my frens specially Muslim friends..Selamat Hari Raya then.... drive safety ya...see u guys in 2 weekz time :) Dont forget invite me go to ur hse la..i wan makan FREE ba.. hahaha :P Cheers

Must watch this video clip on youtube

2009-02-23T23:28:00.005+08:00

just now my fren show me a video link from youtube.com. Here the video i want to share with u guys. Enjoy :)
P/S : According to my fren, this song sing by a guy from Tshung Tsin high school (TTSS). Well done n gr8 work man :)

Leong's Babies

2009-01-27T23:39:00.010+08:00

Found some photos that I took few months ago, do a little bit editing on the pictures using Adobe Lightroom 2.3 (still learning althought i hate editing).

Do some adjustment on colour temperature, sharpening, masking n exposure

Band - FootPrint

2009-01-13T20:35:00.009+08:00

The FootPrint, thats the name of the Band. I was helping Bonipro (also helping Jeffrey, Times Production as 2nd video shooter) to cover a wedding reception of Gerald & Mei Li on 13th of November 2008 at Magellan Sutera Ballroom.

While getting ready b4 the function start, feel abit thristy ma, so i grabbed a galss of softdrink to drink lo. Then suddenly a getlement, Mr Kuni holding a Ipod phone came up to me and asked me, "do u know any1 (he mean photographer) can help us take photo for their band who will preforming later on the stage, dont worry i will pay for each photo. " Then i provide my service to them n help him photograph all of his band members. He is the FootPrint Band Leader.

So here some of their photo that i wana share with u guys. C & C are welcome. Still learning ba

P/S : The music they performing really nice, im really enjoyed all their music they perform during that wedding night.

Any1 out there who wana hire band performance for ur important night/event, u guys can look for them, Band of FOOTPRINT. They are really good.

Malam Kebudayaan Indonesia and Sabah 28th Ogos 2008

2009-01-13T19:16:00.014+08:00

Long time i didnt update my blog, i still not really familiar bout blogging things (still noob n learning ba) hehehe. Anyway i juz wana blog some photo i took while covered a goverment event, which is held at Magellan Sutera Grand Ballroom on 28th Ogos 2008.

Its afternoon around 1pm ++ , received a phone called from Alex Papar (thats wat we always call him) , coz in my phone book got more than 5 ppl named ALex. hahahah. He ask me whether i free or not on that day to cover a event at Sutera, bcoz sometime boring n nth to do, so i say YES (still duno wat event is that 1, hamtam saja as long can bring my baby n take photo ma) heheheh :P

Get ready n bring my baby along with me (of coz bring dslr la, if not shoot with camera phone meh, gg).. reach there around 5.30pm. There are 4 of us, including me who cover the event. Calvin Ng , Alex Wong, WilliamTay and me.

So enjoy the photos ya.

Top 13 most expensive cell phone‏

2008-09-29T23:11:00.006+08:00

GoldVish Le Millions - $1.3 million Diamond Crypto Smartphone - $1.3 million
Bucheron for Vertu Cobra - $ 310,000
Sony Ericsson Black Diamond - $ 300,000

Vertu Diamond - $ 88,000
Vertu Signature - $ 81,000
Motorola SLVR L7 - $ 75,000
Samsung SPH-E3200 Diamond Crusted - $ 54,000
Motorola V220 Special Edition - $ 51,800

Gresso Black Aura Collection - Up to $13,000
Gold Edition Nokia 8800 - $ 2,700
Mobiado Professional EM - $2,200
Bang & Olufsen (Samsung) Serene - $1,250

Sample Video: EOS 5D Mark II

2008-09-24T07:07:00.001+08:00

Adobe Photoshop CS4

2008-09-24T07:01:00.004+08:00

For more information just click the link below.

http://www.adobe.com/
http://www.photoshopuser.com/cs4/index.html (for cool videos from NAPP on New Pohotoshop CS4)

Leica Unveils 37.5MP S2 digital SLR

2008-09-24T06:50:00.003+08:00

Leica has announced a brand new digital SLR today with a staggering resolution of 37.5 megapixels. Called the Leica S2, the camera will use a medium-format-sized 30 x 45mm imaging sensor in a 35mm-sized camera body.

For more information can check out this link :

http://us.leica-camera.com/photography/s_system/

AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G (NEW)

2008-09-24T06:39:00.006+08:00

*Fast f/1.4 prime NIKKOR lens

- Perfect for low-light conditions, general and travel photography
*Normal angle of view on FX-format cameras

- Classic, normal angle of view when used on a Nikon FX-format digital SLR or 35mm film

camera
*Ideal portrait lens on DX-format cameras

- An ideal portrait lens when used on a Nikon DX-format digital SLR, approximating the angle

of view similar to that of a 75mm lens on a Nikon FX-format digital SLR or a 35mm film camera

*Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC)

- Enhances light transmission efficiency and offers superior color consistency and reduced

flare
*Exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM)

- Enables fast, accurate, and quiet autofocus
*Close focusing to 1.5 feet

- For extended versatility
*Rounded 9-blade diaphragm

- Renders more natural appearance of out-of-focus image elements

Sony DSLR-A900

2008-09-24T06:17:00.008+08:00

Key features

*24.6 MP 35mm format full-frame CMOS sensor (highest res in class)
*SteadyShot INSIDE full frame image sensor shift stabilization (world first)
*High Speed Dual Bionz processors
*Eye-level glass Penta-prism OVF, 100% coverage, 0.74x magnification
*9 point AF with 10 assist points, center dual-cross AF w/2.8 sensor
*5 frames per second burst, newly developed mirror box
*Intelligent Preview Function
*3 User programmable custom memory modes on mode dial
*Advanced Dynamic Range Optimizer (5 step selectable)
*40 segment honeycomb metering
*3.0" 921K pixel Photo Quality (270 dpi) LCD display, 100% coverage
*Direct HDMI output
*ISO 200-3200 (ISO 100-6400 expanded range)
*User interchangeable focusing screens (3 options)
*CF Type I/II and MS slots, LI-ION battery, STAMINA 880 shots
*Weight 850g (without battery, card, accs)
*New Image Data Converter SR software (includes vignetting control)
*New Vertical Grip
*Supplied with wireless remote control
*Magnesium Alloy body and rubber seals for dust and moisture resistance
*AF micro adjustment
*$2999.99 (almost RM10,000) body price; available late October 2008

p/s : for those sony dslr users, save ur $$ now n upgrade for Sony A-900 fullframe DSLR :X

CANON EOS 5D MARK II

2008-09-24T06:01:00.005+08:00

CANON EOS 5D MARK II *21.1 Megapixel Full-frame CMOS sensor, 14-bit A/D conversion (16,384 colors/each of 3 primary color), wide range ISO setting of 100-6400 (expandable L: 50, H1: 12800 and H2: 25600).*Full HD Video capture at 1920 x 1080 resolution for up to 4GB per clip with HDMI output for HD viewing of stills and video.*Next generation DIGIC 4 Image Processor for faster processing of fine detail and color reproduction as well as reduced image noise.*High performance with 3.9 fps continuous shooting, new shutter with a durability of 150,000 cycles and improved weather-resistant body.*Live View Function for stills (Quick, Live and Face Detection AF modes) and video.*3.0-inch Clear View LCD (920,000 dots/VGA) monitor with anti-reflective and scratch-resistant coatings for improved viewing and smudge protection.*Updated EOS Integrated Cleaning System specifically designed to work with a full-frame sensor.*Compatible with over 60 Canon EF/EF-S lenses and most EOS System accessories.

EF 24MM F/1.4 II USM
Canon's newest fixed length L-series lens, the EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM, incorporates the newest in Canon lens technology for spectacular sharpness and impressive performance at all settings. It features two high-precision, large-diameter aspherical lenses for sharpness across the sensor, even in peripheral areas of full-frame sensors. Lens elements have a newly-designed anti-reflective SWC (Sub Wavelength Coating) that departs from conventional coatings by using an extremely fine structure that minimizes ghosting and flaring across the lens surface, regardless of the angle with which light enters or exits. It also features two UD lens elements to minimize chromatic aberrations, incorporates rear-focusing, ultrasonic, quiet and high-speed AF with full-time manual override. A circular aperture provides beautiful out-of-focus detail and offers legendary dust- and water-resistant L-series construction using only lead-free glass.

p/s : Cant wait to try this new baby which is officially release by the end of October / september. Gona start saving money to get this new toys.

COD4 SABAH STATE CHAMPIONSHIP 2008

2008-08-26T23:59:00.018+08:00

E-City together with VarsityNet, NetStudioPlayers, Empire, VirusNet and Q-Tech Internet will be organising a COD4 Tournament on the 23rd of August. The tournament will be using both Search&Destroy and TeamDeathMatch modes, played on the Backlot and Ambush maps.

Prizes:

1st RM 2,000 cash

2nd RM 1,000 cash

3rd RM 500 cash

4th RM 100 cash

5th RM 50 cash

6th RM 50 cash

7th RM 50 cash

8th RM 50 cash

plus lucky draw prizes worth RM300 *Speciel Hamper & Gift will given out to any team through lucky draw*

Here some of the photos that i managed to snap at Ecity On Sunday 24th August

The Trophy

During the competitions Vnet Teams *team TasTas & Power Rangers

lol bryan still got time to posing in front of my baby -_-
Ensp - Black Label. I think i took this picture while they were vs Team tastas

Kwong was trying to promote his Camera to me (1 of the marshall for the COD4 competition)
Marshall - Nicholas
Marshall - Wan Li

ahLoi's bro: noo..dun take photo 1st..wait i call all of my teammates.

ENsp - BlackLabel 3rd place

ENsp - Carlsberg
Bryan *bangga gong* We are still the Champion, no1 can beat us!!!
Yea yea -_- Defending our Title again Vnet- TasTas *Champions
Mus cant wait to get the Cash prize @_@ got 1 million cash Cheque inside

now i juz realize wat's Ashley interested in... hahahaha IAN look like enjoying it
Vnet Team Power Rangers
Grp photo of all the CyberCafe Bosses and Marshalls
Grp photo for all the winners 1st 2nd n 3rd places
another posing again -_- we are still the champion for COD4 *grin*
Vivian in the hse :X - 1 2 3... Smile
Joanne Lye u can pay a visit to her blogspot and some article she wrote for www.sabahgamers.com i duno la Ian. they r trying to pull off his pain..
VNet - Team Sailormoon
the score board

Petronas Sprinta Motor Racing - 24th August, Sunday

2008-08-26T22:05:00.013+08:00

2 days ago, which is Sunday i juz went to Likas Sport Complex to Cover some of motor racing.

When i reach there almost 10.30am, so i juz find a good spot to snap some photo of KapZai racing.

Before i start shooting, i saw 2 of my photographer frens were inside the track to cover the motor racing and i met another fren, Meor (BorneoShutter member) also was there. Me n Meor also spend a little time to walk around the Showcase n hunt for Model to shoot.

Here i wana share some of the photo that i managed to snap on the Hot Sunny Sunday. This is my 1st time cover motor sport racing. Hope u guys like it

Varsity Net - ICEBREAKER 2008 COD4 Tournament

2008-05-25T21:56:00.000+08:00

#1. [VNet] TasTas - Champion COD4

#2. [VNet] SailorMoon - 2nd Place

#3 E-NSP3 - 3rd Place

#4 Group Photo - [VNet] TasTas & Sailormon

#5 Group Photo - [VNet] TasTas & Sailormon,

VarsityNet Manager - Adam & NEW ERA Sabah Dealer - Jeff

#6 E-City & NSP Group Photo

#7 Jeff, Zoom & Adam

My cyber cafe, Varsity Net & NewEra will be organising the first COD4 Tournament in Sabah on the 24th of May this year. Updates about the event will be posted here aswell.

1st prize – RM 500 + Voucher Worth RM 500
2nd prize – RM 300 + Voucher Worth RM 300
3rd prize – RM 200 + Voucher Worth RM 200
4th prize – Voucher Worth RM 200
5th prize – Voucher Worth RM 100
6th prize – Voucher Worth RM 100

For more information about the tournament can search from this link http://www.sabahgamers.com.my/v2/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=65&catid=36&Itemid=76