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16/06/2026

Yogjakarta Batik Culture, Food and Milkway trip 2027 is confirmed.

Dates: 6 May to 10 May 2027

While the tentative itinerary is not really up yet, the aim is really photography of culture, food and milkyway if we can find a nice place to go.

If you are interested to go, please join the chat group via the link below

https://chat.whatsapp.com/EqWGuTTQ6qZJ0itzIzfLj7

Image: Adobe Stock

15/06/2026

If mobile photography matters to you, this one’s worth a read.

I compared the vivo X300 Ultra and OPPO Find X9 Ultra in real-world shooting scenarios to see which truly stands out.

This article is adapted from my original reviews published on Techgoondu. The full reviews, including additional sample images, camera analysis and detailed impressions, can be found in the original articles:

• https://www.techgoondu.com/2026/06/05/oppo-find-x9-ultra-review-solid-camera-centric-phone-for-holiday-photos/
• https://www.techgoondu.com/2026/06/09/vivo-x300-ultra-review-a-phone-to-replace-your-compact-camera/

All opinions, testing and photographs are based on my original hands-on evaluations published on Techgoondu.

Full review: https://wilzworkz.wordpress.com/2026/06/15/ultra-comparison-vivo-x300-ultra-versus-oppo-find-x9-ultra/

Smartphone cameras have reached a point where the question is no longer whether they can replace a compact camera, but which one does it better. In that contest, the Oppo Find X9 Ultra and Vivo X30…

06/06/2026

This health tracker craze started with a simple health band to full fledged smartwatches that can be too bulky. And because of that, Google came out with a distraction-free health band. Maybe just too distraction free. For those who loves to wear a watch, wearing the Fitbit Air means wearing a traditional watch just to keep time.

Furthermore cannot use the Fitbit air to pay for your purchases. I have cashiers looking at my Fitbit Charge 6 and asked me where I go it when I scan it for my purchases. They like it small and practical.

When Fitbit Air was on my wrist, I have unknowingly check my wrist for time when there is nothing to see.

The real improvement is actually the Google heath app. A lot of improvements but the key feature, the AI coach is hidden behind a subscription plan so it is only a basic tracker if you are not willing to pay for the monthly fee. At least it still help you get the points towards redeeming your NTUC Fairprice supermarket voucher or cheaper MRT/Bus rides via the SimplyGo app.

What Google should do is to make use of e-ink technology for the screen and come out with a Charge 7 that keep most of what Charge 6 can do with a much slimmer profile. Perhaps a physical button to put the health band into non-intrusive mode just like the Fitbit Air.

That would be sweet!

The S$189 Fitbit Air is a minimal, unobtrusive health tracker but for a little more, you can get a screen and features like wireless payment.

05/06/2026

Over a decade ago, with the Huawei P9, AI began to slowly take over post-editing work, using Leica's colour science as the foundation to create outstanding images from smartphone sensors. The addition of a monochrome camera also improved image quality.

Since then, compact cameras have become less popular and have become a niche market, even amongst Gen Z, who are looking for the old CCD aesthetics from when digital imaging was in its infancy.

One of the main reasons why compact cameras are now niche, with prices that reflect that, is that smartphone camera systems have produced outstanding images by fully embracing AI to process images from the smartphone sensor, overcoming the physical limitations of their optical systems.

OPPO is one of those brands that is pushing the envelope when it comes to cameras. Images that were unthinkable a decade ago are now possible by using an attachment lens.

I have to say the Find X9 Ultra has largely delivered, and whether or not it becomes your go-to smartphone depends on how you look at the photos and videos it produces.

The Oppo Find X9 Ultra is a solid camera phone that can replace your compact camera - especially in situations when you need the zoom lens.

29/05/2026

24/05/2026

Just before the trip to KL I have done a quick review on the Honor 600 Pro. Sure it is not the top tier Pro or Ultra versions of flagship phones but I would safely say this is performing well for the majority of users.

It is a not as big or thick so it is easy to hold and the overall user experience is on the comfortable side. Again it is not top tier but a lot of people really do not need top tier performance.

Old chip does not mean bad performance these days. My trusty old Find X5 Pro and Honor Magic 6 both well into their CPF days are still working, if you are not picky about the imaging performance. That said, the images that came out from these old phones are also very good even with the current standards. Just know where are the limits.

Honor 600 Pro is great. Too bad it does not have long exposure mode or else this would be a good camera to learn photography too!

The Honor 600 Pro doesn't have the best camera or the most cutting‑edge chip but it delivers a reliable experience for everyday use.

23/05/2026

Superb meal at GravyBaby thanks to Marilyn. Next time must add Guinness stout to my beef stew because their braised beef pie is worth the calories.

12/05/2026

Question: Between the DJI Mini/Lito and the Avata 360 drones which would I go for?

The short answer is always: "It depends"

The more precise answer: Depends on what you want from your aerial capture.

If video is more your thing with moving subjects then the Avata 360 will give you the flexibility without the headache of flying complex manoeuvre like FPV drones.

Just fly straight and you will have four perspective - front, back, downward looking and above - great if you are flying below a bridge.

My flight over the coastal areas of Okinawa is just more relaxing without the need to rotate (yaw), or looking up and down (pitch) or turn the camera (roll). Even with 20 fingers it can be a handful.

If 360 photos are your thing, then the Avata makes it very simple. One click and you are done unlike the normal drones where you have to take multiple shots to stitch them up in post. Good luck to you if there is strong winds that cause the drone to move so much it is hard to stitch the photos together. Even if it can stitch I can bet the image quality will suffer as there would be stitching artifacts and errors. The one shoot one kill on the avata 360 is great and takes less batteries.

The only thing that I will choose the the Mini drone over the Avata 360 is still photography. The Mini Pro can put filters to cut glare when up in the air. It can shoot vertical orientation without sacrificing pixels to the Imaging Gods.

And also the 360 image from the Avata while flexible, would have distortion that need some post editing to correct. There are sacrifices definitely. If you know what to do with Avata360, the photos are still quite good (see: https://www.instagram.com/p/DXOto1QD820/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==)

I think this video is the best way to show the beauty of the okinawan landscape. The zooming in and out, the vehicle tracking and the rotation would be very taxing on the controller. If you are happy to shoot videos like this and don't care about photos then the avata360 is the answer.

https://youtu.be/t7HYzOX1Zgw?si=tSqLRgEZcXyF6OwC

The review:
https://www.techgoondu.com/2026/04/02/dji-avata-360-review-easier-way-to-capture-unique-aerial-videos/

The DJI Avata 360 is aied at a niche audience seeking immersive flying and unique video perspectives. It helps that it's affordable too.

12/05/2026

My article on the latest mini drone from DJI

For most users this Lito X1 that costs just $839 for the package with all the nice things really don't have much to complain about.

It flies just as good as the Mini Pros but just not as long as I would love them to. 20min plus a bit just felt underwhelming when the Mini Pros can touch around 30 minutes.

That said it is best to finish your shoot as quickly as possible unless you want to shoot hyperlapse that would require the drone to be up in the air for longer.

My main complain for the mini series on the Mini 1 and 2 is the incomplete 360 capture and the same is said for the Lito platform. Perhaps it is to keep the Mini 5 Pro afloat otherwise price and weight wise it cannot compete.

Want the 360 capture and yet you do not want to register the drone? Get the Mini 4 pro at a slight price increase which to me is the best of the series that does not require registration yet performs at a level good enough for pros.

If you are thinking about comparing this to Neo 2 or Flip, it is a no-brainer to just get the Lito X1 if the price is a sensitive subject to you.

The DJI Lito X1 boasts a lightweight design and advanced features, ideal for capturing amazing shots effortlessly.