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International Calling

International Calling

Introduction There are multiple methods of communicating with family and friends in Malaysia or Singapore. PC to PC calling is pretty much free, however, not everyone have access to a computer/internet all the time. This guide is written to show alternative available options for  discounted international calling. Options Calling Cards [...]

 

Malaysian Restaurants in US & Canada

Canada – Greater Toronto Area Restaurant Malaysia [www] 815 Major Mackenzie Dr E, Richmond Hill, Ontario villaMalaysia [www] 140 York Blvd, Richmond Hill, Ontario One 2 Snacks 8 Glen Watford Dr, Toronto, Ontario Matahari Bar & Grill [www] 39 Baldwin St, Toronto, Ontario

 
New Student Guide

New Student Guide

A guide written for new students that are coming to US.

 
Driving in New York State

Driving in New York State

Malaysian Driver’s License is valid in New York State, however police officers will have difficulty determining if our driver’s licenses are valid due to the Malay languages used and design (laminated paper) of our license. This can be reduced with the use of International Driving Permit (RM150/year). If you plan [...]

 
Personal Computing

Personal Computing

Bringing over your laptop or buying a new laptop? Computer labs in University at Buffalo (UB)? UB Computing UB has many computer sites and computer labs. Every semester, you have printing allocations to be used. Personal Laptops Although it there are computing sites and labs, it is more convenient to [...]

 
Cell Phone: Basics

Cell Phone: Basics

Service Providers Four major popular service providers, sorted by number of subscribers. Verizon Wireless (CDMA) AT&T (GSM) Sprint Wireless (CDMA) T-Mobile (GSM) Technology: GSM vs CDMA GSM and CDMA are two major cell phone technologies used in United States. Verizon & Sprint are CDMA-based networks while AT&T & T-Mobile are [...]

 
Malaysian Passport Renewal in NYC

Malaysian Passport Renewal in NYC

Passport expiring soon? You can renew your passport within a day in New York City! Visit this website for instructions: http://www.kln.gov.my/web/usa_new-york/passport_renewal Additional notes Please confirm with Consulate General Same day service (Submit before 12pm, pick up after 2pm) Birth Certificate not needed if you have MyKad. Photo can be taken on [...]

 
Malaysian & Asian Grocery

Malaysian & Asian Grocery

Local Grocery Stores An Chau Asian Market [photos] 3306 Bailey Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14215 Frozen Pandan Leaves, Galangal, Indomee, Milo, Ribena, Gula Melaka (various names) Best Asian Market 1010 Niagara Falls Boulevard, Tonawanda, NY 14150 Mainly Korean grocery Ni Hoowa Supermarket Inc 3175 Sheridan Dr, Amherst, NY 14226 Fresh produces [...]

 
Replace your laptop adapter cable!

Replace your laptop adapter cable!

Tired of using a bulky travel converter? Replace your adapter cable instead for under $10. Detach your laptop cable to find out what plug to you need. Besides that, replacement cables are much longer as well! 2 Prong Cable Amazon – Unknown 1.5m 2 Prong Power Cord 3 Prong Cable [...]