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items: Plaud Note Pro Review
items: Belkin UltraCharge Pro 3-in-1 Magnetic Charging Dock
items: Belkin UltraCharge 3-in-1 Foldable Magnetic Charger
items: Happy 42nd Birthday To Me
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items: Belkin BoostCharge Slim Magnetic Power Bank 5K
items: Apple AirTag (2nd Generation)
items: Kuxiu X40 Turbo Wireless Charging Station
items: Benks Mist Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max
items: Benks ArmorGrid ArmorPro Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max
items: Anker USB-C to USB-C Cable (240W)
items: Sharge Retractable 65W Charger
items: Looking Back 2025
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items: Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse Review
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items: Ulti Ergo Clamp-On Speaker Stand
items: Edifier MR5 Studio Monitor Speakers
items: Anker 25000mAh 165W Power Bank

Plaud Note Pro Review
type: item
creator: Lester Chan
date: 2026-04-28T01:00:08Z
subject: Endorsement
subject: Gadget
subject: Review
subject: AI device
subject: Plaud
subject: voice recorder
description: I had not used any dedicated AI recording device before. So when Plaud sent me the Plaud Note Pro for review, I was curious to see whether such hardware could fit my lifestyle. The Plaud Note Pro is Plaud's flagship AI note-taker, the successor to the original Plaud Note. The recommended retail price (RRP) is S$259. You can …
encoded: I had not used any dedicated AI recording device before. So when Plaud sent me the Plaud Note Pro for review, I was curious to see whether such hardware could fit my lifestyle. The Plaud Note Pro is Plaud’s flagship AI note-taker, the successor to the original Plaud Note. The recommended retail price (RRP) is S$259. You can get it from Plaud Official Store or from their official stores on Shopee or Lazada. Plaud Note Pro – Box front Plaud Note Pro – Box Back Plaud Note Pro – Box Two colors are available: Silver and Black. I have with me the Black. Unboxing Inside the box, you will find: Plaud Note Pro MagSafe Compatible Case Magnetic Ring Charging Cable Quick Start Guide Warranty Booklet Plaud Note Pro – Box Contents I am surprised to see there is a MagSafe-compatible case. Plaud Note Pro – MagSafe Compatible Case – Front Plaud Note Pro – MagSafe Compatible Case – Back Even if you are on Android, Plaud included a magnetic ring you can use to stick to your Android phone case. Plaud Note Pro – Magnetic Ring The MagSafe-compatible case is designed to hold the Plaud Note Pro like a card in a wallet. Plaud Note Pro – Inside MagSafe Compatible Case – Front It has cutouts for the microphones, charging connector, and speaker, so the device remains fully functional while inside it. Plaud Note Pro – Inside MagSafe Compatible Case – Back Plaud Note Pro – Inside MagSafe Compatible Case – Bottom Design The Plaud Note Pro is credit-card-sized and 3mm thick, weighing 30g. Only one button is on the device. Press and hold to start recording; press and hold again to stop. While recording, pressing the button triggers the highlight feature. Press to highlight lets you flag important moments during a recording in real time, so the AI summary focuses on what actually matters instead of burying it in a wall of text. Plaud Note Pro – Front The thickness is roughly equivalent to three credit cards stacked together (yes, I tried it). Plaud Note Pro – Left Inside the device is a 500 mAh batt…

Belkin UltraCharge Pro 3-in-1 Magnetic Charging Dock
type: item
creator: Lester Chan
date: 2026-04-20T01:00:05Z
subject: Battery & Power
subject: Endorsement
subject: 25W
subject: 3-in-1
subject: Belkin
subject: magnetic wireless charger
subject: Qi
subject: UltraCharge
subject: wireless charger
description: I am currently using an iPhone 17 Pro Max, Apple Watch Ultra 2, and AirPods Pro (3rd Gen). Naturally, a 3-in-1 charger makes the most sense for my setup. There are plenty of 3-in-1 wireless chargers on the market. But once you narrow it down to Qi2.2 with 25W fast charging and Apple Made for …
encoded: I am currently using an iPhone 17 Pro Max, Apple Watch Ultra 2, and AirPods Pro (3rd Gen). Naturally, a 3-in-1 charger makes the most sense for my setup. There are plenty of 3-in-1 wireless chargers on the market. But once you narrow it down to Qi2.2 with 25W fast charging and Apple Made for Watch (MFW) certification, your options become surprisingly limited. In Singapore, at the time of writing, I could only find two options: the Belkin UltraCharge Pro 3-in-1 Magnetic Charging Dock with Qi2 25W and the Ugreen MagFlow 3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Desktop Charger 25W. Qi2 is widely available now, but most chargers are still capped at 15W. Moving up to Qi2.2 at 25W makes a difference, especially for quick top-ups during the day. The bigger limitation is the Apple Watch. Many chargers use non-certified modules, which results in slower charging speeds when using an Apple Watch Ultra 2. Hence, Made For Watch (MFW) certification for chargers is important as you will get fast charging for compatible Apple Watches. In Singapore, the Belkin UltraCharge Pro 3-in-1 Magnetic Charging Dock retails for S$249 on Shopee, while the Ugreen MagFlow 3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Desktop Charger retails for S$179.90 on Shopee. After the voucher deductions on sales day, the difference can range from S$40 to S$50. Cheapest I saw after vouchers is around S$170 for the Belkin UltraCharge Pro 3-in-1 Magnetic Charging Dock. Belkin UltraCharge Pro 3-in-1 Magnetic Charging Dock – Box Front Belkin UltraCharge Pro 3-in-1 Magnetic Charging Dock – Box Back Belkin UltraCharge Pro 3-in-1 Magnetic Charging Dock – Box Both chargers come with a 45W power adapter and USB-C cable, so that they will work out of the box. Belkin UltraCharge Pro 3-in-1 Magnetic Charging Dock – Box Contents A nice touch here is that your charger and cable match the color of your dock. Belkin UltraCharge Pro 3-in-1 Magnetic Charging Dock – 45W Charger The Belkin cable arrived braided and is 1.5m long. Belkin UltraCharge Pro 3-in-1 Magne…

Belkin UltraCharge 3-in-1 Foldable Magnetic Charger
type: item
creator: Lester Chan
date: 2026-03-30T01:00:08Z
subject: Battery & Power
subject: Endorsement
subject: 25W
subject: 3-in-1
subject: Belkin
subject: magnetic wireless charger
subject: Qi
subject: travel
subject: UltraCharge
subject: wireless charger
description: The Belkin UltraCharge 3-in-1 Foldable Magnetic Charger is my first UltraCharge product from Belkin. I am not aware that they have an UltraCharge product line, as I always thought they only have BoostCharge products. Belkin UltraCharge 3-in-1 Foldable Magnetic Charger is designed for users who want a compact solution to charge their iPhone, Apple Watch, …
encoded: The Belkin UltraCharge 3-in-1 Foldable Magnetic Charger is my first UltraCharge product from Belkin. I am not aware that they have an UltraCharge product line, as I always thought they only have BoostCharge products. Belkin UltraCharge 3-in-1 Foldable Magnetic Charger is designed for users who want a compact solution to charge their iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods simultaneously, which is great for travelling. Belkin UltraCharge 3-in-1 Foldable Magnetic Charger – Box Front Belkin UltraCharge 3-in-1 Foldable Magnetic Charger – Box Back Belkin UltraCharge 3-in-1 Foldable Magnetic Charger – Box Belkin UltraCharge 3-in-1 Foldable Magnetic Charger – Box Contents It retails for S$189. You can get it online from Shopee and Lazada or in-store from Best Denki, Challenger, Courts, Harvey Norman. Three colors are available: White, Blue, and Black. Belkin includes a 45W USB-C power adapter in the box, along with a 1.5m USB-C to USB-C cable. Belkin UltraCharge 3-in-1 Foldable Magnetic Charger – 1.5m USB-C To USB-C Cable With 45W USB-C Charger Design At a glance, the UltraCharge feels like Belkin’s answer to the Anker MagGo Wireless Charging Station, which has a similar compact foldable design. It also sits alongside the Belkin BoostCharge Pro 3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charging Travel Pad that I reviewed previously. However, the UltraCharge uses the newer Qi2.2 and a different folding mechanism. Belkin UltraCharge 3-in-1 Foldable Magnetic Charger – Front Unlike the BoostCharge Pro Travel Pad, which folds flat like a mat, the UltraCharge folds into a compact block measuring 11 × 6 × 3 cm and weighs about 190g, making it as easy to carry in a bag or tech pouch. Belkin UltraCharge 3-in-1 Foldable Magnetic Charger – Top When unfolded, the magnetic iPhone charging pad stands, keeping your phone upright while charging. This is useful if you want to use StandBy mode on supported iPhones. Belkin UltraCharge 3-in-1 Foldable Magnetic Charger – Behind The AirPods charging pad sits on the ba…

Happy 42nd Birthday To Me
type: item
creator: Lester Chan
date: 2026-03-25T01:00:15Z
subject: Blog
subject: 41
subject: 42
subject: birthday
description: Since I love steak so much, Li Xiang proposed we start my birthday month with a weekly casual steakhouse visit. The steakhouse cannot sell only beef, as Li Xiang doesn't eat beef. Week #1 On the first week of March (Saturday, 6th March 2026), the first steakhouse we visited is The Feather Blade. I ordered …
encoded: Since I love steak so much, Li Xiang proposed we start my birthday month with a weekly casual steakhouse visit. The steakhouse cannot sell only beef, as Li Xiang doesn’t eat beef. Week #1 On the first week of March (Saturday, 6th March 2026), the first steakhouse we visited is The Feather Blade. I ordered the Feather Blade Steak (S$25) while Li Xiang ordered the Portobello Burger (S$22). For Sides, we ordered the Mac & Cheese (S$14). The Feather Blade – Feather Blade Steak The steak is perfectly cooked and very good value for money. Li Xiang loves the Portobello Burger, too. The Feather Blade – Portobello Burger Week #2 On the second week (Friday, 13th March 2026), we visited SteakGrill Steakhouse Chef’s Table. I ordered the Dry Aged Australian Angus Prime MB4 (S$88) while Li Xiang ordered the Grilled Aged Duck Breast (S$36) Similarly, the steak is perfectly cooked, medium-rare to medium. And the portion is big. My guess is about 300g. SteakGrill Steakhouse Chef’s Table – Dry Aged Australian Angus Prime MB4 The Grilled Aged Duck Breast is slightly above average. There’s room for improvement: more sauce and seasoning to mask the gaminess further. SteakGrill Steakhouse Chef’s Table – Grilled Aged Duck Breast Week #3 Visited Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu (Raffles City) during a weekday (Monday, 16th March 2026) for dinner. I ordered their A5 Miyazaki Sirloin Gyukatsu Zen for S$55. I can’t really taste the wagyu as the katsu overpowers it; it is a waste of money. Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu – A5 Miyazaki Sirloin Gyukatsu Zen I did order à la carte Tenderloin Katsu (S$15), and it tasted better than the wagyu as I could taste the meat. I would recommend ordering the Tenderloin Gyukatsu Zen for S$32 instead. Since Li Xiang doesn’t eat beef, she ordered the Seafood Katsu Zen (S$32). She finds it just average, nothing special to shout about. On Friday, 20th March 2026, we visited Ma Maison (Ngee Ann City), where I had the Jumbo Hamburger Steak 300g (S$27.80) and Li Xiang had the Grill…

Belkin BoostCharge Pro Power Bank 10K With Apple Watch Charger
type: item
creator: Lester Chan
date: 2026-03-16T01:00:32Z
subject: Battery & Power
subject: Endorsement
subject: 1.0
subject: 10000mAh
subject: Belkin
subject: BoostCharge
subject: BoostCharge Pro
subject: portable Apple Watch charger
subject: power bank
description: The Belkin BoostCharge Pro Power Bank 10K with Apple Watch Charger is Belkin's latest portable charger designed for Apple users. It retails for S$179, which is S$20 more expensive than the previous generation. You can buy it online from Shopee or Lazada, or in-store at Best Denki, Challenger, Courts, or Harvey Norman stores. Belkin BoostCharge Pro Power Bank 10K with …
encoded: The Belkin BoostCharge Pro Power Bank 10K with Apple Watch Charger is Belkin’s latest portable charger designed for Apple users. It retails for S$179, which is S$20 more expensive than the previous generation. You can buy it online from Shopee or Lazada, or in-store at Best Denki, Challenger, Courts, or Harvey Norman stores. Belkin BoostCharge Pro Power Bank 10K with Apple Watch Charger – Box Front Belkin BoostCharge Pro Power Bank 10K with Apple Watch Charger – Box Back Belkin BoostCharge Pro Power Bank 10K with Apple Watch Charger – Box Belkin BoostCharge Pro Power Bank 10K with Apple Watch Charger – Box Contents This model is effectively the successor to the Belkin BoostCharge Pro Fast Wireless Charger for Apple Watch + Power Bank 10K that I blogged about in August 2023. That product was recalled in November 2024, and this new version appears to be Belkin’s redesigned replacement. Design The new power bank is smaller and lighter, weighing 263g while still maintaining a 10,000mAh battery capacity. Two colors are available: Sand and Black. The overall design retains Belkin’s rounded form factor, making it comfortable to hold and easy to carry. The rubbery texture remains the same as the previous generation, which helps with grip. A new addition is the digital display, which shows the real-time charging status and battery level, making it easier to check how much battery is remaining quickly. Belkin BoostCharge Pro Power Bank 10K with Apple Watch Charger – Front That said, I still have some concerns about how the rubber coating will hold up over time, especially in Singapore’s hot and humid climate, where rubberized finishes sometimes degrade or become sticky after prolonged use. The good news is that, based on the previous generation, it held out well for more than a year. It retains the integrated Apple Watch charging puck, but now it can flip up so you can charge the watch in Nightstand mode, which is convenient when travelling. Belkin BoostCharge Pro Power Bank …

Belkin BoostCharge Slim Magnetic Power Bank 5K
type: item
creator: Lester Chan
date: 2026-03-09T01:00:59Z
subject: Battery & Power
subject: Endorsement
subject: 5000mAh
subject: Belkin
subject: BoostCharge
subject: power bank
subject: Qi
description: Belkin BoostCharge Slim Magnetic Power Bank 5K was released by Belkin last month in Singapore, and it retails for S$65. Belkin BoostCharge Slim Magnetic Power Bank 5K - Box Front Belkin BoostCharge Slim Magnetic Power Bank 5K - Box Back Belkin BoostCharge Slim Magnetic Power Bank 5K - Box Though three colors are listed on …
encoded: Belkin BoostCharge Slim Magnetic Power Bank 5K was released by Belkin last month in Singapore, and it retails for S$65. Belkin BoostCharge Slim Magnetic Power Bank 5K – Box Front Belkin BoostCharge Slim Magnetic Power Bank 5K – Box Back Belkin BoostCharge Slim Magnetic Power Bank 5K – Box Though three colors are listed on the website, only Sand and Black are currently available in Singapore. Belkin BoostCharge Slim Magnetic Power Bank 5K – Boxes – Black And Sand You can buy it online from Shopee or Lazada or physically from Best Denki, Challenger, Courts, Harvey Norman stores. Belkin BoostCharge Slim Magnetic Power Bank 5K – Black And Sand I love it when Belkin throws in USB-C to USB-C cables with their powerbank. The length measures 60cm. Belkin BoostCharge Slim Magnetic Power Bank 5K – Box Contents As the name suggests, this is a slim 5,000 mAh power bank focused on portability. It measures 10.6 mm in thickness and weighs 124 g, making it reasonably slim and lightweight for everyday carry. Belkin BoostCharge Slim Magnetic Power Bank 5K – Front Belkin uses a soft-touch matte plastic finish, which feels smooth and slightly rubberised. The rubberized part is on the magnetic portion, which helps to prevent scratches to your iPhone. However, I don’t know whether the rubber coating will disintegrate over the years in Singapore’s humidity. The power bank has the China Compulsory Certificate (CCC) logo, so you can bring it onboard flights within China. Belkin BoostCharge Slim Magnetic Power Bank 5K – Back For wireless charging, since it is Qi-only, it can only charge up to 7.5W instead of 15W with Qi2 or 25W with Qi2.2. It would be perfect if it were Qi2.2. Wired charging can only output up to 15W, which is slightly on the lower end. When both wireless and wired charging are used, the charging speed maxes out at 5W and 7.5W, respectively. Belkin BoostCharge Slim Magnetic Power Bank 5K – Left Attaching the power bank to your iPhone doesn’t automatically initiate the charge…

Apple AirTag (2nd Generation)
type: item
creator: Lester Chan
date: 2026-03-06T01:00:51Z
subject: Internet of Things
subject: 2nd generation
subject: AirTag
subject: Apple
subject: lost item tracker
description: Apple AirTag (2nd Generation) was announced on 23rd January 2026, close to 5 years after the original AirTag was released. Price remains the same. 1-pack retails for S$45, while 4-pack retails for S$149 (works out to be S$37.25 per AirTag). If you are on the Apple Corporate Employee Purchase Program (EPP), the 1-pack costs S$40.33 and the 4-pack …
encoded: Apple AirTag (2nd Generation) was announced on 23rd January 2026, close to 5 years after the original AirTag was released. Price remains the same. 1-pack retails for S$45, while 4-pack retails for S$149 (works out to be S$37.25 per AirTag). If you are on the Apple Corporate Employee Purchase Program (EPP), the 1-pack costs S$40.33 and the 4-pack costs S$134.07 (S$33.51 per AirTag). The packaging has a makeover. For the 4-pack, the box is now elongated and shows four AirTags on the front. Apple AirTag (2nd Generation) – Box Front Apple AirTag (2nd Generation) – Box Back Apple AirTag (2nd Generation) – Box Apple AirTag (2nd Generation) – Box Contents Most of the changes are on the inside, like the new second-generation Ultra Wideband chip, an upgraded Bluetooth Chip, and louder speakers. Apple AirTag (2nd Generation) – Front The only visible cosmetic difference is the text behind the AirTag, which is now in caps. Other than that, it remains the same. Apple AirTag (2nd Generation) – Back Apple AirTag (1st Generation) – Back Weight-wise, it’s 0.8g heavier, which I doubt anybody can feel. Category AirTag (2nd Gen) AirTag (1st Gen) Ultra Wideband Chip U2 Chip U1 Chip Precision Finding Range 50% Increased In Range Standard Range Bluetooth Upgraded Bluetooth Chip Bluetooth Chip Speaker 50% Louder Speaker Standard Speaker Internal Design Redesigned Internals To Reduce Tampering Original Layout Weight 11.8g (~7% heavier) 11g Back Engraving All Caps Sentence Case Apple Watch Precision Finding Apple Watch Series 9 or later, or Apple Watch Ultra 2 Not Supported The second-generation AirTag is largely an incremental upgrade rather than a full redesign. For existing AirTag users, the upgrade is not essential unless the improved tracking range or louder speaker matters to you. But if you’re buying AirTags for the first time, the 2nd-generation model is the better option unless you can get the original AirTag at a 20% discount. Apple AirTag (2nd Generation) This post Apple AirTag (2…

Kuxiu X40 Turbo Wireless Charging Station
type: item
creator: Lester Chan
date: 2026-02-02T01:00:47Z
subject: Battery & Power
subject: Endorsement
subject: 25W
subject: 3-in-1
subject: Kuxiu
subject: magnetic wireless charger
subject: Qi
subject: Shopee
subject: wireless charger
description: I have been getting a lot of sponsored ads on my Facebook and Instagram feed about the Kuxiu X40 Turbo Wireless Charging Station. What caught my attention was that this is the only orange wireless charging stand that I have seen. And it matches my iPhone 17 Pro Max in Cosmic Orange. Orange is my …
encoded: I have been getting a lot of sponsored ads on my Facebook and Instagram feed about the Kuxiu X40 Turbo Wireless Charging Station. What caught my attention was that this is the only orange wireless charging stand that I have seen. And it matches my iPhone 17 Pro Max in Cosmic Orange. Orange is my favourite color. I don’t intend to get it, since I already have a lot of chargers. However, luckily for me, when my cousin came to my house to tour the smart home features of my house, she gave it to me as a housewarming gift. She told me she is the only one in Singapore selling Kuxiu products on her Shopee Store, Black Tech SG. The Kuxiu X40 Turbo Wireless Charging Station retails for S$105 on her Shopee Store. Kuxiu X40 Turbo – Box Front Kuxiu X40 Turbo – Box Back Nitpick: the box could have accurately reflected the charger’s color. Kuxiu X40 Turbo – Box Inside the packaging is a 45W charger, a 1m braided USB-C to USB-C cable, and a carrying case. Kuxiu X40 Turbo – Box Contents Kuxiu X40 Turbo – Braided USB-C To USB-C Cable The Kuxiu X40 Turbo Wireless Charging Station is Qi2.2 certified, making it MagSafe compatible and capable of delivering up to 25W of wireless power to your iPhone. Kuxiu X40 Turbo – Extended – Front Kuxiu X40 Turbo – Extended – Side Because it is a 3-in-1 charger, you can charge your Apple Watch, AirPods, and iPhone simultaneously. For Apple Watch and AirPods charging, the maximum output is 5W each. Kuxiu X40 Turbo – Bottom Since this charger doesn’t have the Made for Watch (MFW) certification, it doesn’t support fast charging for your Apple Watch. This is the only con of the charger. Kuxiu X40 Turbo – Extended – Back Being foldable means it has a small footprint, making it perfect for travel or on-the-go use. Kuxiu X40 Turbo – Top When folded, it measures 64 x 64 x 18 (mm). Weight-wise, it is about 150g. Kuxiu X40 Turbo – Folded The USB-C port is located at the back; you need one cable to charge 3 devices. Kuxiu X40 Turbo – USB-C Port If you are looki…

Benks Mist Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max
type: item
creator: Lester Chan
date: 2026-01-26T01:00:30Z
subject: Case, Dock & Bag
subject: Endorsement
subject: Benks
subject: case
subject: iPhone 17 Pro Max
subject: Mist
description: Since the iPhone 16 Pro Max, I have been using either the Benks ArmorPro or ArmorPro case, since they look nice with the Kevlar fabric. ArmorPro, ArmorAir, and ArmorTint are part of their "Cases Built With Kevlar" series and are slightly more premium and expensive. Benks offers an Essential series, where cases are more affordable …
encoded: Since the iPhone 16 Pro Max, I have been using either the Benks ArmorPro or ArmorPro case, since they look nice with the Kevlar fabric. ArmorPro, ArmorAir, and ArmorTint are part of their “Cases Built With Kevlar” series and are slightly more premium and expensive. Benks offers an Essential series, where cases are more affordable (50% cheaper) since they are made of Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU). Benks Mist Cases is part of the Essential series. Benks Mist Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max – Box Front Benks Mist Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max – Box Back Benks Mist Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max – Box Three colors are available: Orange, Blue, and Black. I’m not sure if you know, but Orange is my favourite colour, so I have the Benks Mist Case in Orange for my iPhone 17 Pro Max. The case perfectly matches my iPhone 17 Pro Max in Cosmic Orange. Benks Mist Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max – Back The metal frame protecting the plateau is 0.3mm in height, so it will prevent your phone’s lens from touching the surface when it is placed back facing down. Benks Mist Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max – With iPhone 17 Pro Max – Back The MagSafe area is translucent, providing a lighter contrast to the overall Orange. Benks Mist Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max – Front All the buttons are covered with metal buttons on the case. There are even holes for your lanyard’s string to pass through. Benks Mist Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max – With iPhone 17 Pro Max – Left The camera control button is also covered. Benks Mist Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max – With iPhone 17 Pro Max – Right Unlike all cases in the ArmorPro series, the speaker grills are not individually cut out. Benks Mist Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max – With iPhone 17 Pro Max – Bottom Weight-wise, it weighs 41g, which makes it 4g heavier than the Benks ArmorPro Prestige Case and 1g heavier than the Benks ArmorGrid ArmorPro Case. Benks Mist Case retails for S$25 on Shopee and S$23 on Lazada. If you are an international user outside of Singapore, you can also get it…

Benks ArmorGrid ArmorPro Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max
type: item
creator: Lester Chan
date: 2026-01-19T01:00:24Z
subject: Case, Dock & Bag
subject: Endorsement
subject: ArmorGrid
subject: ArmorPro
subject: Benks
subject: case
subject: iPhone 17 Pro Max
subject: Kevlar
description: Benks ArmorGrid ArmorPro Case is the latest addition to the ArmorPro series of cases. Two colors are available, Terra Orange and Azure Blue, to match your iPhone 17 Pro Max in Cosmic Orange and Deep Blue, respectively. Benks ArmorGrid ArmorPro Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max - Box Front Benks ArmorGrid ArmorPro Case For iPhone …
encoded: Benks ArmorGrid ArmorPro Case is the latest addition to the ArmorPro series of cases. Two colors are available, Terra Orange and Azure Blue, to match your iPhone 17 Pro Max in Cosmic Orange and Deep Blue, respectively. Benks ArmorGrid ArmorPro Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max – Box Front Benks ArmorGrid ArmorPro Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max – Box Back Benks ArmorGrid ArmorPro Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max – Box Like all cases in the ArmorPro series, it is also compatible with MagSafe. Benks ArmorGrid ArmorPro Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max – Front The main area of the case is woven with Kevlar Fiber in “jiaoluo” patterns. Jiaoluo in English means edge. I wish the color were more orangey, as it feels more red and brown. This case is suitable for the year-end holiday vibes, but sadly, I received it after Christmas Benks ArmorGrid ArmorPro Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max – Back The frame is made with Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU). Benks ArmorGrid ArmorPro Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max – With iPhone 17 Pro Max – Back All the buttons are covered, including the camera control button. Benks ArmorGrid ArmorPro Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max – With iPhone 17 Pro Max – Left Benks ArmorGrid ArmorPro Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max – With iPhone 17 Pro Max – Right Similar to all cases in the ArmorPro series, the speaker grills are individually cut out. Benks ArmorGrid ArmorPro Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max – With iPhone 17 Pro Max – Bottom Weight-wise, it weighs 40g, which makes it 3g heavier than the Benks ArmorPro Prestige Case, which I was using. Benks ArmorGrid ArmorPro Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max – With iPhone 17 Pro Max Benks ArmorGrid ArmorPro Case retails for S$64.45 on Shopee and S$58 on Lazada. If you are an international user outside of Singapore, you can also get it directly from Benks. You can use my discount coupon code, lesterchan15, for a storewide 15% discount. Benks ArmorGrid ArmorPro Case For iPhone 17 Pro Max You can also get the matching ArmorPop Phone Grip & Stand in Terra Orange to match…

Anker USB-C to USB-C Cable (240W)
type: item
creator: Lester Chan
date: 2026-01-12T02:00:07Z
subject: Cable
subject: 240W
subject: Anker
subject: braided
subject: Thailand
subject: USB-C
description: Anker product names can be confusing at times, as there are many series of USB-C to USB-C cables. Some examples: Anker Prime USB-C to USB-C Cable (Shopee | Lazada) Anker Zolo USB-C to USB-C Cable (Shopee | Lazada) Anker USB-C to USB-C Cable (Shopee | Lazada) Anker 322 PowerLine USB-C to USB-C Cable (Shopee | …
encoded: Anker product names can be confusing at times, as there are many series of USB-C to USB-C cables. Some examples: Anker Prime USB-C to USB-C Cable (Shopee | Lazada) Anker Zolo USB-C to USB-C Cable (Shopee | Lazada) Anker USB-C to USB-C Cable (Shopee | Lazada) Anker 322 PowerLine USB-C to USB-C Cable (Shopee | Lazada) Anker 544 USB-C to USB-C Cable (Shopee | Lazada) Anker PowerLine III USB-C to USB-C Cable (Shopee | Lazada) Anker 643 PowerLine III Flow USB-C to USB-C Cable (Shopee | Lazada) Anker PowerLine Select+ USB-C to USB-C Cable (Shopee | Lazada) There are only three series that support 240W: Anker Prime, Anker Zolo, and Anker itself. Based on pricing, Anker Prime is the highest tier, followed by Anker and then Anker Zolo. The Anker Prime USB-C to USB-C Cable is available in only one color, whereas the Anker Zolo and Anker come in four and three colors, respectively. So I wanted a 1m white USB-C to USB-C cable to match my Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max. I am deciding between the Anker Zolo and the Anker. I ended up with an Anker USB-C to USB-C Cable because it has strain relief at the ends. Anker USB-C to USB-C Cable (240W) – Box Front Anker USB-C to USB-C Cable (240W) – Box Back Anker USB-C to USB-C Cable (240W) – Box Contents I was in Bangkok, Thailand, on holiday, and I was surprised to find that the Anker USB-C to USB-C Cable is cheaper in physical stores there than on Shopee or Lazada in Singapore. On Shopee or Lazada, you can purchase it for approximately S$14 during a flash sale. Meanwhile, in the Anker Store at Central World in Bangkok, it is selling for TH฿299, which is approximately S$12.30. Despite being braided, the Anker USB-C to USB-C Cable is softer and less rigid compared to my Ugreen Braided USB-C to USB-C Cable (100W) or Belkin BoostCharge USB-C to USB-C Cable 240W. Anker USB-C to USB-C Cable (240W) – USB-C End The color is more towards cream than actual white. Anker USB-C to USB-C Cable (240W) – Braided Cable At its S$12, a braid…

Sharge Retractable 65W Charger
type: item
creator: Lester Chan
date: 2026-01-05T01:00:43Z
subject: Battery & Power
subject: 65W
subject: charger
subject: GaN
subject: retractable
subject: Sharge
subject: Singtel
subject: USB-C
description: I re-contracted and pre-ordered my iPhone 17 Pro Max with Singtel last year. If you pre-ordered an iPhone with Singtel during the launch period, you will get a S$50 Singtel Shop voucher. You can use it to purchase any accessories on shop.singtel.com/accessories. Sadly, most, if not all, accessories sold on Singtel Shop are at the …
encoded: I re-contracted and pre-ordered my iPhone 17 Pro Max with Singtel last year. If you pre-ordered an iPhone with Singtel during the launch period, you will get a S$50 Singtel Shop voucher. You can use it to purchase any accessories on shop.singtel.com/accessories. Sadly, most, if not all, accessories sold on Singtel Shop are at the Recommended Retail Price (RRP), which means they will be more expensive compared to those sold on Shopee or Lazada. I held out until the last few days before the expiry, as I was hoping to see the Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max being listed there. But sadly, it is not happening. So I ended up just buying the Sharge Retractable 65W Charger for S$49.90. I don’t need to fork out a single cent. Shipping is free to my doorstep as I am a Singtel Red member. Otherwise, it is S$8. S$3 if shipped to a Singpost POPStation. The Sharge Retractable 65W Charger is available in Black and White. I chose Black. Sharge Retractable 65W Charger – Box Front Sharge Retractable 65W Charger – Box Back Sharge Retractable 65W Charger – Box Open Sharge Retractable 65W Charger – Box Sharge Retractable 65W Charger – Box Contents It is the nicest-looking charger I have, featuring a transparent cover that houses the retractable cable coil. Sharge Retractable 65W Charger – Transparent Cover It is not the most compact charger due to the retractable cable coil. It measures 71 x 55 x 32.4 mm and weighs about 145g. Sharge Retractable 65W Charger – Other Side As the name suggests, it comes with a 70 cm retractable USB-C cable, and the charger itself has another USB-C port. The maximum output of the charger is 65W. Sharge Retractable 65W Charger – One USB-C Port These days, I love to have things with built-in cable like the Anker 25000mAh 165W Power Bank, Ugreen MagFlow Magnetic Wireless Power Bank, and Belkin BoostCharge Power Bank 10K With Integrated Cable, so I do not need to bring additional USB-C cable on the go. It is just more convenient. Sharge Retractable…

Looking Back 2025
type: item
creator: Lester Chan
date: 2025-12-31T01:00:33Z
subject: Blog
subject: 2025
subject: 2026
subject: looking back
description: 2025 is the year when Artificial Intelligence (AI) went mainstream, causing two significant shifts: layoffs and a shortage of memory chips. Any company that wants to conduct layoffs will use AI as a reason. And since AI empowers individuals to do more, hiring has also slowed down. The company may no longer need as many …
encoded: 2025 is the year when Artificial Intelligence (AI) went mainstream, causing two significant shifts: layoffs and a shortage of memory chips. Any company that wants to conduct layoffs will use AI as a reason. And since AI empowers individuals to do more, hiring has also slowed down. The company may no longer need as many workers as it once did. As an added side effect, it causes a global shortage of memory chips, and hence, any CPU components that interact with memory, such as RAM, graphics cards, and NVMe storage, have seen an increase in prices. RAM saw the worst rise in prices. 2026 will not be any better, as layoffs and price increases are expected to continue. Tech Refresh If I were to look back and sum up my 2025 in two words, it would be ‘Tech Refresh.’ This is the first time I’ve used an AI-generated image as a featured image. Image is generated by Nano Banana on Gemini 2.5 Flash. Tech Refresh Another more realistic image by Nano Banana Pro on Gemini 3 Pro. Tech Refresh Upgraded my car from Mercedes-Benz A180 (W176) (2017) with Certificate of Entitlement (COE) Cat A to the Tesla Model 3 Highland (2025) (RWD) with COE Cat B. If you are a techie, you will love all the high-tech features of the Tesla. I look forward to the day when Full Self-Driving (FSD) becomes available in Singapore. Upgraded my Internet from Singtel 1+1Gbps Fibre Pro Gamer Bundle to Singtel 10Gbps Enhanced Plan. The next tech refresh I did was to upgrade my whole network from Asus ZenWiFi BQ16 to Ubiquiti UniFi. I love the User Interface (UI) of UniFi and have never been happier with the seamless and responsive setup. As a “side effect” of that, I fell into the rabbit hole, and now all my networking equipment is from Ubiquiti UniFi. As every year, I also upgraded my iPhone 16 Pro Max (512GB) to the iPhone 17 Pro Max (512GB), and it is in my favourite colour, orange. Lastly, I upgraded my 5-year-old desktop to AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D. This time around, I opted for a larger case, the NZXT H7 Flow, …

Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX ZywOo Edition Gaming Keyboard Review
type: item
creator: Lester Chan
date: 2025-12-29T01:00:04Z
subject: Endorsement
subject: Mouse, Touchpad & Keyboard
subject: Review
subject: 65% keyboard
subject: Asus
subject: Asus ROG
subject: gaming keyboard
subject: keyboard
description: Asus has collaborated with ZywOo to launch the new Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX ZywOo Edition Gaming Keyboard. The keyboard is based on the Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX Gaming Keyboard with ZywOo style added to it. The ROG Falchion Ace HFX Gaming Keyboard is a 65% wired gaming Hall Effect (HFX) keyboard featuring pre-lubed …
encoded: Asus has collaborated with ZywOo to launch the new Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX ZywOo Edition Gaming Keyboard. The keyboard is based on the Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX Gaming Keyboard with ZywOo style added to it. The ROG Falchion Ace HFX Gaming Keyboard is a 65% wired gaming Hall Effect (HFX) keyboard featuring pre-lubed ROG HFX magnetic switches and Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) doubleshot keycaps. Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX ZywOo Edition Gaming Keyboard retails for S$319, while the Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX Gaming Keyboard retails for S$279. A difference of S$40 for the ZywOo theme. Who is ZywOo? Mathias “ZywOo” Herbaut is one of the most accomplished professional players in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) and Counter-Strike 2 (CS2). He is known for his consistently top-tier performance with Team Vitality. He has earned multiple HLTV Player of the Year awards and is widely respected for his exceptional game sense, precise aim, and calm demeanor under pressure. Box Contents Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX ZywOo Edition Gaming Keyboard – Box Front Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX ZywOo Edition Gaming Keyboard – Box Back Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX ZywOo Edition Gaming Keyboard – Box Inside the box, you’ll find a braided USB-C to USB-A cable, a keycap puller, and spare keycaps (for Ctrl, Esc, and Z). Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX ZywOo Edition Gaming Keyboard – Box Contents Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX ZywOo Edition Gaming Keyboard – Extra Keycaps And Keycap Puller I wish the braided USB-C to USB-A cable could be replaced with a coiled USB-C to USB-A cable instead; that would be perfect. Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX ZywOo Edition Gaming Keyboard – Braided USB-A to USB-C Cable What is ROG without stickers? You will receive an esports theme sticker, featuring the ZywOo logo in one of them. The sticker differs from what you will receive with the regular Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX. Asus ROG Falchion Ace HFX ZywOo Edition Gaming Keyboard – Stickers Design Team Vitality’s color is yellow, an…

Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse Review
type: item
creator: Lester Chan
date: 2025-12-22T01:00:29Z
subject: Endorsement
subject: Mouse, Touchpad & Keyboard
subject: Review
subject: Asus
subject: Asus ROG
subject: Asus ROG Keris II
subject: gaming mouse
subject: mouse
subject: wireless mouse
description: Asus ROG Keris II Ace Gaming Mouse was released back in April 2024. In July 2025, Asus released the Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse. At the Recommended Retail Price (RRP), the Origin is priced S$10 more expensive than Ace. S$199 vs S$189. One would expect Origin to be an upgraded model. However, Origin …
encoded: Asus ROG Keris II Ace Gaming Mouse was released back in April 2024. In July 2025, Asus released the Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse. At the Recommended Retail Price (RRP), the Origin is priced S$10 more expensive than Ace. S$199 vs S$189. One would expect Origin to be an upgraded model. However, Origin is not the successor of the Ace. Both are different mice, each with its pros and cons. Unboxing Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse – Box Front Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse – Box Back Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse – Box Asus also included two spare ROG Micro Switches II, a micro-switch clip to remove the micro switches, and a dongle extender. Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse – Box Contents Unboxing the black envelope reveals the ROG stickers, mouse grip tape, and replaceable mouse feet. Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse – Inside Black Envelope Design & Build Both mouse comes in Black and White and share the same right-handed ergonomic shape. Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse – Left The hump, grip angle, and button placement are also similar. Asus ROG Keris II Ace Gaming Mouse vs Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse – Top There is a difference in the weight. The Ace weighs 54g while the Origin weighs 65g. Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse – Bottom Although 11g doesn’t sound like much on paper, it is noticeable. The Ace feels light and agile. The Origin feels more planted, slightly more stable during slower tracking, and less “floaty.” Asus ROG Keris II Ace Gaming Mouse vs Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse – Bottom The coating is also different. The Origin has a smoother matte finish, while Ace has a more textured shell. Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse – Top Dirt tends to get stuck on the Ace’s textured shell easily compared to the Origin. While on the Origin, fingerprint smudges become more visible on a matte finish, especially on Black. Asus ROG Keris II Ace Gaming Mouse vs Asus ROG Keris II Origin Gaming Mouse – Si…

Asus ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM Monitor Review
type: item
creator: Lester Chan
date: 2025-12-15T01:00:50Z
subject: Endorsement
subject: Monitor
subject: Review
subject: 32
subject: 4K
subject: Asus
subject: Asus ROG
subject: OLED
description: As mentioned in my New Computer AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, I wanted to upgrade my monitor so that I can fully utilize my new PowerColor Red Devil AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT graphics card. I know I wanted a 32" monitor since I will be giving away my existing BenQ EW3270U 32" 4K HDR Monitor …
encoded: As mentioned in my New Computer AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, I wanted to upgrade my monitor so that I can fully utilize my new PowerColor Red Devil AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT graphics card. I know I wanted a 32″ monitor since I will be giving away my existing BenQ EW3270U 32″ 4K HDR Monitor to my nephew. In addition to being 32″, the monitor should have a flat, glossy screen and support a refresh rate of 240Hz. A glossy screen allows for richer colors and stronger contrast compared to matte screens. Next is the panel, and OLED is the undisputed champion for gaming, followed by Mini LED (See: RTings: Mini LED vs OLED). OLED response time is effectively instant compared to other types of panels, such as Vertical Alignment (VA), Twisted Nematic (TN), In-Plane Switching (IPS), and Mini LED. There are two different types of OLEDs made by two manufacturers: LG’s WOLED and Samsung’s QD-OLED. The W stands for White, while QD stands for Quantum Dot. The winner here is QD-OLED (See: RTings: QD-OLED vs. WOLED). QD-OLED panels offer richer saturation, a broader color range, and brighter tones than WOLED, making everything appear more vibrant and alive. There are only a handful of gaming monitors that fit my criteria. MSI MPG 321URX MSI MPG 322URX MSI MAG 321UPX Asus ROG PG32UCDM Asus ROG PG32UCDMR Gigabyte MO32U2 Gigabyte Aorus FO32U2P Gigabyte Aorus FO32U2 Asus ROG PG32UCDM was frequently mentioned in r/OLED_Gaming as the best 32″ OLED gaming monitor, as it has the best factory calibration and build quality. Having said that, you will not go wrong with any of the monitors listed above. In Singapore, when I compare the prices, the Asus PG32UCDM is probably the most expensive 32″ OLED gaming monitor as well, despite it being released in February last year. The Recommended Retail Price (RRP) is S$2,099. A newer model, the Asus PG32UCDMR (note the ‘R’ at the end), was released a few months ago, and it retails for S$2,199. If the price difference is only S$100, it is a no-brainer to opt for the…

Logitech Brio 4K Webcam
type: item
creator: Lester Chan
date: 2025-12-08T01:00:57Z
subject: Camera
subject: 4K
subject: Logitech
subject: Shopee
subject: webcam
description: After swapping my Logitech C920 Pro HD Webcam with the Poly Studio P5 Webcam for my Mac setup, I moved the Logitech C920 over to my Windows gaming setup. Throughout the years, on my Windows gaming setup, I haven't used it at all since I don't make any video calls or stream. So, I decided …
encoded: After swapping my Logitech C920 Pro HD Webcam with the Poly Studio P5 Webcam for my Mac setup, I moved the Logitech C920 over to my Windows gaming setup. Throughout the years, on my Windows gaming setup, I haven’t used it at all since I don’t make any video calls or stream. So, I decided to pass it on to my nephew, along with my old computer. In its place, I decided to get a webcam that I can use with Windows Hello, allowing me to unlock my Windows with just my face. Currently, I am using the PQI My Lockey USB Fingerprint Reader to unlock with my fingerprint. With a face unlock, it will be more seamless and hassle-free. It is so hard to find a webcam that supports Windows Hello. To my knowledge, I am only aware of one webcam, and that is the Logitech Brio 4K Webcam. If you are looking for an official Logitech store that sells it, it is only available on Shopee and not Lazada. Do note that there is a similar webcam model called Logitech MX Brio 4K Webcam and that doesn’t support Windows Hello. The difference is with the MX naming. The usual retail price is about S$220, but during the 11/11 double-digit sales day, I bought it for about S$190. It comes with the OEM box, as indicated when you purchase it. Perhaps they no longer sell it in retail because it is too old? But I don’t mind it since it also comes with a 3-year warranty. Logitech Brio 4K Webcam – Box Logitech Brio 4K Webcam – Box Open The packaging contents include a 1m USB-A to USB-C cable and a privacy shutter that can be attached to the webcam. Logitech Brio 4K Webcam – Box Contents Besides the camera, to support Windows Hello, the Logitech Brio 4K Webcam has an infrared sensor. It also has a dual omnidirectional built-in microphone with a range of up to 1.2 m. Logitech Brio 4K Webcam – Front My only complaint is that the 1m cable is too short to route neatly to your desktop computer. Logitech Brio 4K Webcam – Back Logitech Brio 4K Webcam – Side Windows Hello works as advertised, and it is fast. The only ca…

Ulti Ergo Clamp-On Speaker Stand
type: item
creator: Lester Chan
date: 2025-12-04T01:00:05Z
subject: Earphone, Headphone & Speaker
subject: Endorsement
subject: speaker stand
subject: Ulti
description: The casing of my new computer is significantly larger than my previous computer, and I still chose to place it on the desk rather than below it because it is less dusty. With limited space on my standing desk and with the larger Edifier MR5 speakers as compared to the Bose Companion 20, I decided …
encoded: The casing of my new computer is significantly larger than my previous computer, and I still chose to place it on the desk rather than below it because it is less dusty. With limited space on my standing desk and with the larger Edifier MR5 speakers as compared to the Bose Companion 20, I decided to get a speaker stand that can be mounted to my desk. Since my standing desk and monitor arms are all from Ulti, the logical choice is to get the <href="https://theultimatedesk.com/products/desktop-clamp-on-studio-monitor-and-speaker-stand">Ulti Ergo Clamp-On Speaker Stand. It is available on both Shopee and Lazada. The price difference between the two platforms is quite significant, with Shopee being the cheaper one. On Shopee, it retails for around S$41 while on Lazada, it is S$71. Ulti Ergo Clamp-On Speaker Stand – Box Front Ulti Ergo Clamp-On Speaker Stand – Box Back Ulti Ergo Clamp-On Speaker Stand – Box Contents Installation takes about three steps. The first step is to attach one end of the pole to the clamp. Ulti Ergo Clamp-On Speaker Stand – Step 1 The second step is to attach the other end of the pole to the plate. Lastly, attach the rubber mat to the plate via the pre-pasted double-sided tape underneath the rubber mat. Ulti Ergo Clamp-On Speaker Stand – Step 2 The rubber mat acts like an anti-slip and anti-vibration mat. Therefore, you do not need to purchase separate anti-vibration feet for the speakers. Ulti Ergo Clamp-On Speaker Stand – Installed With the speakers placed on the mounted speaker stands, it frees up the left and right space on your desk. Ulti Ergo Clamp-On Speaker Stand – With Edifier MR5 This post Ulti Ergo Clamp-On Speaker Stand appeared first on lesterchan.net.

Edifier MR5 Studio Monitor Speakers
type: item
creator: Lester Chan
date: 2025-12-01T01:00:31Z
subject: Earphone, Headphone & Speaker
subject: Edifier
subject: Lazada
subject: speaker
subject: studio monitor speaker
description: After upgrading my computer, I was looking to upgrade its speaker as well. I was using the Bose Companion 20 Multimedia Speaker System, which is approaching 6 years old. I was reading a lot in r/BudgetAudiophile and narrowing down the brands. My budget is about S$300, and I don't need a subwoofer. I narrowed down …
encoded: After upgrading my computer, I was looking to upgrade its speaker as well. I was using the Bose Companion 20 Multimedia Speaker System, which is approaching 6 years old. I was reading a lot in r/BudgetAudiophile and narrowing down the brands. My budget is about S$300, and I don’t need a subwoofer. I narrowed down to three speakers, the AudioEngine A2+, Edifier MR5 and Edifier M60. I ended up with the Edifier MR5 because it offers better value for money than the AudioEngine A2+ and the Edifier M60. I got a great deal on the Edifier MR5 during the 11/11 double-digit sales day on Lazada. The usual retail price is around S$329, and I got it for S$261 during the 11/11 sale. Two colors are available, black and white. I chose black to complement the overall black theme of my computer. Edifier MR5 Studio Monitor Speakers – Box The box contents are straightforward: just the two speakers and four cables (a speaker connecting cable, a 3.5 mm to RCA audio cable, a 3.5 mm to 3.5 mm audio cable, and a power cable). Edifier MR5 Studio Monitor Speakers – Box Contents The right speaker is the active speaker, and hence it holds all the controls and ports. Edifier MR5 Studio Monitor Speakers – Right – Front Edifier MR5 Studio Monitor Speakers – Right – Back You can see the 5″ woofers from the side. Edifier MR5 Studio Monitor Speakers – Side The left speaker is the passive speaker, and therefore, it is connected to the right speaker by only one cable. Edifier MR5 Studio Monitor Speakers – Left – Front Edifier MR5 Studio Monitor Speakers – Left – Back Edifier MR5 Studio Monitor Speakers I am not an audiophile by any means, but when I swap out the more expensive Bose Companion 20 with the Edifier MR5, I can immediately hear the difference. At the same volume level, the Edifier MR5 feels cleaner and clearer, and the bass is way more powerful. It is a totally worthwhile upgrade. This post Edifier MR5 Studio Monitor Speakers appeared first on lesterchan.net.

Anker 25000mAh 165W Power Bank
type: item
creator: Lester Chan
date: 2025-11-27T01:00:44Z
subject: Battery & Power
subject: 165W
subject: 25000mAh
subject: Anker
subject: Lazada
subject: power bank
description: Anker 25000mAh 165W Power Bank as the product name suggests is a 25,000mAh power bank that is capable of up to a maximum output of 165W across all its four ports. I bought it on Lazada during 11/11 double-digit sales day for S$83.25. It is a steal because the recommended retail price is usually S$159.90, …
encoded: Anker 25000mAh 165W Power Bank as the product name suggests is a 25,000mAh power bank that is capable of up to a maximum output of 165W across all its four ports. I bought it on Lazada during 11/11 double-digit sales day for S$83.25. It is a steal because the recommended retail price is usually S$159.90, and even with discounts, it doesn’t drop below S$100. The price for 11/11 on Shopee still costs more than S$100 after stacking all the vouchers. Two colors are available. I chose silver to match my Anker 140W Charger. Black chargers and power banks are too common. Anker 25000mAh 165W Power Bank – Box Front Anker 25000mAh 165W Power Bank – Box Back Anker 25000mAh 165W Power Bank – Box A carrying case comes with the power bank. Anker 25000mAh 165W Power Bank – Box Contents What makes this powerbank special is the screen and two built-in USB-C cables. Anker 25000mAh 165W Power Bank – Front One built-in USB-C cable serves as a lanyard and measures approximately 30 cm. Anker 25000mAh 165W Power Bank – Lanyard The other is a standard retractable USB-C cable, measuring 70cm in length. The USB-C end is magnetic and will snap back into the tray. Anker 25000mAh 165W Power Bank – Top There are a total of four ports. So after accounting for the two built-in USB-C cables, you are left with a USB-C port and a USB-A port. The USB-C port supports both input and output. You can use any built-in USB-C cable or the USB-C port to charge the power bank. Anker 25000mAh 165W Power Bank – Left The maximum output of the power bank is 165W. Each of the USB-C ports can support a maximum output of 100W, while the single USB-A port has a maximum output of 33W. Anker 25000mAh 165W Power Bank – Right As a 25,000mAh power bank, it is heavy, weighing around 600g. Despite being a 25,000mAh power bank, you can bring it on the aeroplane because the watt-hour (Wh) is only 90Wh, which is below the 100Wh limit for most airlines. In case the airport security personnel fail their math, the power bank clear…