Genuine, Imitation, Pirated and Compatible. What is your views?

Dear cwong77, I was having my dinner at Lala Chong seafood restaurant just now. It is full house. Have to wait for seat.. I thought economy slow down, looks like it don't apply on food :) Just wonder is there any 'compatible' food ??? There is fantastic demand for those 'cheaper' version DVD. Nigh market having so many stalls of it, even while sitting at the Chinese coffee shop, food court...those DVD seller will approach us. Have you heard that the police/traffic enforcement officer are doing spot check on cars for pirated DVDs?

Dear cwong77, Thanks for sharing on those 'artificial egg yolk'! I do eat some mooncake lately. I noticed something like egg yolk but do not taste like egg yolk. I think that was something like some 'csutard like' ingredient. Just wonder what is it! I still prefer those plain lotus seed (plenty seed) moon cake or pandan flavour lotus seed moon cake! Taste nice and not so sweet... Thanks and have a great weekend

hahah Iriene, I don't think we have the compatible food.. however if those artificial ones considered? Do you know during the mooncake festival, while I was making mooncake for sale, my brother's friend came to my house, and was asking if I am keen to use those 'artificial' egg yolk. Those yolk does not need any more pre-baking, and I can just use it into the mooncake. I was really amazed with this, however I told him no need as I wanted genuine ingredient for the mooncake and not those 'don't know' what make those yolk. Well, it seems this is what the other commercial is using..

It's really based on what type of printer you are using, I have a HP inkjet printer and I've already refilling it for almost 2 years, there are some problems but it can be corrected by simple solutions, the only downside is the frequency of refilling. The cost of original cartridge are more than the cost of a new printer, the reason is that the ink cartridge included in a new printer is only introductory, which means less than the separate one, I was really curious why its OEM cartridge has more ink than the included one, to satisfy my curiousity I really open a introductory ink cartridge and find out that it has a division inside which contain nothing but space so less ink can be filled.

Dear Grecy, You are absolutely right. A trip for a movie at the the cinema is no more cheap nowadays. In certain cinemas in Malaysia, there are platinum room which cost RM40 per person (USD12), comes with blanket and nice sofa set. Normal ticket is RM10 (USD3). Popcorn and coke easily cost RM10 too. I normally will look out for free movie tickets. Oh yes, for office equipments normally purchaser will go for original consumables like original HP ink cartridge, for beeter quality print and also it is a must for equipment under warranty period. Thanks for sharing, I am really enjoying reading your response

Dear madhuvamsi, You are indeed a very practical person. In Malaysia, many home users also use those pirated OS too. However, for my case I use the original VISTA because it was decided by my husband and his nephew looking at the anti-pirated issues. You have a very good point, after conversion from USD, the price of original OS is really 'not affordable' for basic homeuse. Many University students also use those 'non-genuine' OS. However, I remembered, the Malaysia authority aimed for those commercial use to purchase the genuine OS. Thanks for sharing and take care :)

Wow, 30-50 movies for the price of one?? That is really really CHEAP! No wonder the pirated DVDs seller are doing very well. I do watch some animation movies on pirated DVD which my husband bought for my son. But lately we do not buy any as we prefer to watch movies in the cinema. Recently, Malaysia has enforce the law on pirated DVD. Previously they only catch the pirated DVD seller. Now, they will check on cars with pirated DVD. If got caught, it will fine RM40 (or RM400) per DVD. Can't remember the fine that need to be paid if got caught. This is to deter consumer to buy those pirated DVDs.

despite the ban on pirated DVDs and the raids made on the sellers and copiers of these DVDs, they later go back to the business. government needs to do stronger efforts to eradicate this.

Dear Suren, How much does a pirated DVD cost at your place? There are young girls who carry loads of pirated CDs, VCDs and DVDs came to food stall, coffee shops and asked us whether we are interested on those CDs despite many campaigns on 'fight piracy' launched nationwide. The impact is so little due to the convenience and cheaper price that the pirated version can offer. Many movies will only out after 3 months on original DVD after the movie screening on the cinemas. But, amazingly those pirated at times available earlier before it is shown in the cinemas. Thanks for sharing and happy myLotting :)

Dear carolbee, Those good movies like Transformers, Chicken Little, and 'Night at the Museum', I too will bouhgt the original for my son as a birthday present for him since he will truly value it. Yes, you are truly lucky, your husband company pay for your printer cratridges. Since you hardly do printing, it is wise just to get your hubby to print it once in awhile. Talking about the printer ink cartridge, I had a bad experience. My previous Epson printer was perfect. I was using the genuine ink cartridge for one year. Due to the high cost of the genuine ink cartridge, I decided to use the compatible since the warranty period over. I really REGRET it! Just 2 days using it, it spoilt the printer head, send repaired twice, RM80 each time. The 3rd time send in, beyond repaired. I have to puy a new printer. It is really not worth it. Thanks for sharing, have a great weekend

Iriene88, Well, I think your experiences with your inkjet printer really hit the nail there. These compatibles are in my opinion "penny wise, pound foolish" and it is just not worth the trouble at the end of the day. Besides, I do not know about Epson, but at HP we can use our ink cartridge's boxes to change for their monthly vouchers which can range from Breadtalk confectionary to supermarket vouchers. Though, it may be insignificant to be really much of a mention but I think this company has done a relatively good job in the area of customer service and encouraging their end users to use original accessories. As for music albums, I feel that getting pirated versions or downloads are just asking for trouble. How lucky can one get when the news are reporting of hefty fines and even jail sentences for copyright infringements? Frankly, I'd rather try my luck with the local lottery than the authorities if you know what I mean. On one end, we are getting money from the host, whilst at the other end we are paying out money and getting ourselves entangled with the law. Lastly, about designer goods, we can get a lifetime complimentary servicing like cleaning, polishing or repairs on our purchased handbags, wallets and other leather accessories which is quite a value for the money we spent. Also, we get to be invited to their launch parties or social or sporting events on a complimentary basis, too. Also, with the anti piracy lookouts, I just cannot imagine myself getting into another legal tussle with these companies. It's just not worth it.

Dear skysuccess, Those singers, artists and genuine manufacturers will LOVE you Talking about the printer ink cartridge, I do agree with you! My previous Epson printer was perfect. I was using the genuine ink cartridge for one year. Due to the high cost of the genuine ink cartridge, I decided to use the compatible since the warranty period over. I really REGRET it! Just 2 days using it, it spoilt the printer head, send repaired twice, RM80 each time. The 3rd time send in, beyond repaired. I have to puy a new printer. It is really not worth it. From now onwards, no matter what my husband said, I will just stick to the original ink cartridge. Once Burnt Twice Shy Thanks for sharing, 2 more post to go...to 2009

Dear meapas, How's your weekend? Glad to hear from you :) You are right, it is like 'penny wise, pound foolish' in my case of using the compatible ink cartridges. Glad to hear that you have a small group of friends who share the same interest in movies. By having internal circulation of the DVDs, you all can enjoyed high quality picture. Great job, keep it up

Yes, there are many campaign done to promote people to buy originals. Campaigns on 'fight piracy' launched nationwide, but the impact is so little due to the convenience and cheaper price that the pirated version can offer. Many movies will only out after 3 months on original DVD after the movie screening on the cinemas. But, amazingly those pirated at times available earlier before it is shown in the cinemas. Thanks for sharing and do keep in touch!

Dear aprylmay, Welcome to myLot. You have a unique username. You are really wise to watch free movies on the internet. That can really save a lot, money and time, Great job. Oh yes, I was surprised too. When I went to Bangkok, Thailand. There are many imitation 'Versace' t-shirt. Selling at RM20 per piece. I remembered when I am in the capital city (Kuala Lumpur) I won a RM300 Versace vouchers. So I redeem it to buy a Versace t-shirt, it cost me RM290.00 (USD1 = RM3.5). Both look equally good and I personally can't tell the difference :) Thanks for sharing, hope to hear your views on my other topic too. Happy myLotting and do keep in touch :)