Out of all the three PC shows I visited this year, I spent the most money at the Comex 2008. Total amount spent exceeded $3,500 for a Sony VAIO SR notebook, a Canon LCD projector and a A4Tech X7 Laser Mouse.

VAIO SR Notebook

After months of deliberating, I finally bought a Sony VAIO SR12G yesterday. I think it the most sleek and beautiful computer I ever owned. I like the new keyboard feel and the mouse is very responsive. Solid feel. I just love it. I can’t help but imagining this VAIO SR is Sony’s version(albeit thicker) of Apple’s MacBook Air.

@#$%& Windows Vista
However, I am still struggling with the Windows Vista that comes with the SR12G. Is it me getting too old to learn or that piece-of-sh!t is made to frustrate existing Windows XP users?

Canon LCD Projector

I had already used the Canon LCD projector at a seminar last Saturday. It was really easy to use and the projection is simply gorgeous. I particularly like the wide angle zoom lens and the auto Keystone correction.

Here’s a brief specs of the Canon LCD projector:
- 2500 ANSI lumens
- Genuine Canon, 1.6x wide-angle zoom lens
- Quiet mode 29dB
- Auto Keystone Correction
- Wall color correction
- Ultra-fast startup
- Low fan noise
- Contrast ratio 600:1

A4Tech X7 vs Logitech Cordless Laser Mouse

I have been a fan of A4Tech Laser mouse – it was good value for money.

I used the A4Tech X7 for nearly 3 years until this March. I switched to a Logitech Cordless Mouse because I could not find an A4Tech X7 or equivalent at the IT Show earlier this year.

I didn’t like the idea of cordless mouse because you’ll need to replace/recharge the battery and the receiver can be quite bulky and get in the way. However, the V320 changed my opinion.

I have been using the V320 since last March and I am really very used to it without knowing it until last Friday when I finally found the A4Tech X7 on sale at the Comex Show.

Logitech Mouse Better

I eagerly opened up my new X7 and plugged in into my notebook. However, I didn’t feel as good as I remembered. The Logitech Cordless V320 feels better than the X7. Well, that’s 45 bucks down the drain – another mouse to be stowed away for “back-up use”.

The IT Show Singapore is here again in March at the Suntec City, Singapore. Since the IT Show is in the city and not at the far flung Singapore Expo, I will be visiting to pick up some computer hardware and accessories.

IT Show 2012
8 to 11 March
12 noon to 9pm
Suntec Singapore

What to buy at IT Show Singapore

1. I need a spare 80GB/100GB hard disk drive for my Dell notebook. My current hard disk drive is filling up quickly recently because I am taking more pictures and videos with my digital cameras to make Youtube video.

2. My 2-year old A4 X-750F Laser Mouse has not been behaving properly recently so I’ll need a new mouse. I really like this A4 Laser Mouse and I think it is very important to get a good mouse since I spent more than 8 hours hold it every day. My budget for the new laser mouse is S$70.

3. Also, I am looking for a Memory Stick Pro Duo 4GB for my little T200 Sony digital camera. According to the prices at PriceGrabber, the 4GB memory stick is between US$31.88-US$119. I’ll set a budget of S$100 for the memory stick.

What’s the hottest products at the IT Show

Even though it’s called the IT Show, the hottest products may not be the computer hardware or software.

In the recent years, digital cameras and flat panel TV such as the HD LCD TVs and Plasma TVs have been the hottest selling items in the IT Show.

You will also be able to see the latest mobile phones, smartphones (maybe the iPhone?) and ultra-portable notebooks… MacBook Air and Lenovo X300.