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Alfred Siew

Alfred is a writer, speaker and media instructor who has covered the telecom, media and technology scene for more than 20 years. Previously the technology correspondent for The Straits Times, he now edits the Techgoondu.com blog and runs his own technology and media consultancy.
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Easily transcribe a speech with updated Google Translate app

You can now listen to a speech in a foreign language and…

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Goondu review: HP Spectre x360 13 impresses with flexible design

If you think that the new HP Spectre x360 13 looks a…

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Working from home doesn’t mean you lose your creativity

The coronavirus is forcing many to work from home. They may find…

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Should I buy a 5G phone in Singapore?

Yes, 4G phones are fine today because by the time the 5G…

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More PCs shipped in Asia-Pacific in 2019, but challenging 2020 expected: IDC

PC shipments grew in Asia-Pacific in 2019 as businesses rushed to upgrade…

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StarHub offers new Hubbing bundle of fibre broadband, pay-TV and Netflix

How valuable StarHub's offer is depends on how you see the discounts,…

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So what if a phone is sold out in seconds?

If the out-of-stock status is to show incredible demand for a phone,…

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In Singapore, cyber security labels on Wi-Fi routers, smart devices to inform consumers

Like labels that show how energy-efficient a refrigerator is, these new cyber…

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Retraining to join the tech sector? Don’t forget the risks, sacrifices

Reskilling or retraining a human being, especially if he has spent decades…

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A quarter of malware now uses encryption to bypass defences: Sophos

Hackers are encrypting their malicious code to hide from cyber defences and…

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Goondu DIY: Avoiding those annoying ads you see on Facebook

By looking through and adjusting your Facebook ad preferences, you can reduce…

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Huawei’s updated Mate Xs foldable phone out in Singapore in March

When it ships in Singapore in March, the new Huawei Mate Xs…

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231 million 5G phones to be shipped in 2020, says research firm

These devices are expected to cost US$700 (S$981) to US$800 in the…

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Which Samsung Galaxy S20 phone is right for you?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra is packed with features like a "super…

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Grab, Volocopter to study if air taxis are feasible in Southeast Asia

The deal between Grab and Volocopter will look into the most suitable…

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A surprise, as telcos compete for two islandwide 5G licences in Singapore

When 5G arrives in Singapore in 2022 or earlier, the telecom market…

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Hands on: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip brings retro style with first foldable glass screen

The S$1,998 Galaxy Z Flip is costly and not for everyone, but…

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Amid coronavirus crisis, a good time to turn to teleworking

The lessons learnt from the temporary teleworking arrangements during this challenging period…

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Living with Arlo Pro 3 cameras and Audio Doorbell

Using the Arlo Pro 3 cameras and the Arlo Audio Doorbell for…

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When fake news, censorship make it harder to tackle a coronavirus

It's true that fake news spreads as fast as a coronavirus. But…

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