MIDI to USB cable

Most of us would probably go blank where MIDI cables are concerned. But if you are a musician or someone who dabbles in music and recording, one of the essentials in your line of work or interest would be a MIDI cable, that great midi to usb cable.

If you are looking for one that is of superior quality and which at an amazingly low price, you have come to the right place.

The M-Audio USB Uno 1X1 MIDI Interface is a complete USB-to-MIDI solution, equipped with a USB connection to your computer and a 1-in/1-out 16-channel MIDI connection to your MIDI devices.   The tiny unit available comes with USB and MIDI extension cables, features MIDI activity indicators, and works for Windows or Mac. Single MIDI in and out connectors make it perfect for connecting a keyboard or controller to your computer quickly and easily.

This one is powered by the USB port and supports connection of up to 127 devices simultaneously, any of which may be hot-plugged from the USB bus at any time.  Minimum requirements for use: Windows 98 SE, 2000, ME, or XP; Mac OS X 10.1.5 or greater.

Diamond Fasteners

Manufacturing organizations that are ISO-certified have an edge over those that are not. Additionally, products manufactured for something as demanding as aircrafts further requires more stringent standards.

Diamond Fasteners, an ISO-9001:2000 and AS-9100 certified distributor of Aerospace Fasteners, components and electronic hardware, represents a very wide range of hardware manufacturers. Whether you are looking for Aircraft Hardware or electronic hardware, they can help you find the fasteners you need. Their product and service range includes inserts, electronic components, precision machine parts, studs, pins and wires and more.

My Samsung LCD Monitor Serves Me Well

When my PC monitor gave way last year, I was desperately scouting around for an alternative, looking for the best or close enough. On some good advice, I opted for a Samsung LCD monitor. No regrets whatsoever for getting this brighter, sharper, slimmer and stylish monitor.

A girlfriend on hearing that I chose Samsung was pleased. She was glad I chose a brand that is using parts manufactured by her company, an MNC. What a loyal employee.

I hear Samsung phones are having an increasing share of the Malaysian market giving other brands a run for their money.

Low Yat Plaza, the place for electronics stuff

I gave the recent PC Fair a miss this year. Firstly, I am not a fan of jostling in crowds and secondly, there wasn't anything I needed from the fair. No doubt, a PC Fair could be a good place for variety and bargains, that is, if you know what you are looking for. Otherwise, there could be better places to look.

The other day, I was at Low Yat Plaza and noticed a number of people looking for a KVM switch. At Low Yat Plaza, you could practically find anything electronics and at great prices too. A colleague recently bought an Acer netbook there and she is happy with the purchase.

Top 10 Smart Phones

Mobile phones are no longer a luxury in the corporate world. They are now a necessity. They are the lifeline in the corporate world. They link people, they link ideas and they make or break millions in trade.


The 10 Best Smart Phones
PC World Test Center reviews identifies 10 models that are the best of the smart phones, also known as PDA phones. RIM's BlackBerry models dominate both ends of the Top 10 Cell Phone-PDAs chart.

Everyone has a liking or inclination towards certain types of phones and if you're in the market for a cell phone that has QWERTY input and a whole lot more, consider one of these 10 smart phones.

At No. 1 is the RIM BlackBerry Curve 8320 -- PCW Rating: 88


The RIM BlackBerry Curve 8320 from T-Mobile looks the same as the original BlackBerry Curve 8300, though it comes in two different colors, titanium gray or gold. The news is under the hood: The 8320 adds technology that lets you make voice calls over a Wi-Fi network.

Check out the whole Top 10 Smart Phones

Source: MSN

A Fiber Cable Analogy

Recently, a friend had to go scrambling for an item on an assignment ending up buying it as a last resort. He left one of the cables behind in the office.

Would you agree if I say that a fiber cable is akin to an artery or a vein in our body? Our body would suffer a breakdown somewhere if one of it is missing, likewise if a cable is missing, our gadgets won't work. Funny how so many things in our life do resemble parts of our physical anatomy.