anyone from porstmouth, i am coming...wow

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Should i buy my labtop in Malaysia or buy it in Uk? as u know that after the incident of 11/8, i afraid labtop, psp all these stuff would be prohibited aboard into the plane..and is it cheaper and i will able to get a lastest labtop in Uk? by the way, how much XBOX360 sell in Uk? i am going to portsmouth, anyone there can give me some advice? thx a lot

Get it in Malaysia if possible, since some of the lappies here in the UK are slightly more expensive compared to in Malaysia.

-Edit: Forgotten to mention, you can save the cash in Malaysia and buy a set of suit here (you'll need it, either now or later) in a shop called George. It is a subsidiary of ASDA and believe it or not, I got my self 2 shirts + 2 tie + 1 jacket + 2 slacks for 40GBP = RM280 and the quality is very good as well, just that it's not branded stuff, that's all

This post has been edited by Geminist: Aug 14 2006, 03:54 PM

Well, that's a valid dilemma. If following current scenario I will get it over there, coz I can't imagine checking in my laptop. Sure hancur berkecai when get there. Whatever extra expenses incurred when buying over there, should be worth it to cover the potential damage.
However, I got mine a month ago oredi, so now pening la

Yeap that's true also, however, I remember you can get your baggage insured at the airport? I used to wrap my stuff (ext hdd) in bubble wrap and put it in between clothes before checking in my baggage.

I'm not really sure about the insurance so you might have to check it. Sorry

I bought my current laptop in UK because my previous one got stolen over there. The price is slightly higher but not by few �100s. And yes, you'll get the latest model in UK. Furthermore, there's student package offered by Apple whereby you'll get a iPod free if you purchased a Macbook.

As for console products (PSP, XBOX etc), I guess they are about the same price. Is just that you have to get original games. In UK, people tend to play console games compare to that of computer games. They are pretty fanatic about it.

That's great news. Was just thinking about getting a suit done here. thanks for the heads up!

That's true, but bubble wrapping my laptop? Don't know how much that's gonna help. But then will need to try it if situation does not improve.

Get your lappies over there, better support and coverage.

No pirated console games. Very expensive for us to get the original ones.

Just read this on bbc.co.uk SOunds good!!

Precautionary measure

Long-term changes to airport security checks outlined by Transport Secretary Douglas Alexander include the following:

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Passengers can choose what to take on to a plane, but any form of liquid, fluid, lotion or gel will be banned. Electronic devices, such as laptops, will be permitted but will be thoroughly screened.

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A medium-sized item of hand luggage will be permitted. This bag will be around half the size of luggage previously admitted.

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Searches of passengers and their clothing will be conducted more frequently and are to be carried out by hand or using body scanners.

By the way, where is GEORGE?
Can I find it in Birmingham itself? Or it's only in London?40GBP is really cheap!!
Let me know where can I find this shop.
Is there a link of the shop?

I got mine at Leeds. They are still having a discount now so you can check it out if you have the time, they have some pretty decent clothing there and if you wanna save some bucks on clothing, you can try there (or Primark).

http://www.george.com/company/

For those who are going to UK, you can save some money on winter cloth since there'll be quite a lot of sales later and also, you can spot for some cheap deals at shops mentioned above.

Checked out the site, really great deals even for duvet and pillowcase sets.
But seems to not have outlets in Central London. I'll be staying around UCL area. The nearest is at Clapham Junction 7.6km away!!!
I noticed from your earlier profile you're from Baker Street, London, so where do you go for the nearest George store?

It was just a joke about the baker street since I used to study at Bradford, so I take the train to go down to Leeds. Though I'll be moving to Surrey Quays in the coming days as I'll be starting my work there.

About the George, I think 7.6km is still pretty acceptable though you can try other outlets like Primark for some cheap stuff. But after buying from George, I would stick to this shop more often than Primark now. Also if you intend to get some cheap stuff like kitchen ware or duvet set, you can drop by at IKEA for a visit since sometimes, they have some cheap stuff and also, the hot dogs taste nice (for 75p)

Hi About the ISIC-- Student card is it really common to use in UK by student? i.e will a lot of shops accept it or give discount when u show them the card? cause british council introduces me about it.

And is it advisable to make a coat in malaysia ( or will it be cheaper to make in UK?). Student will usually require to wear coat or not when there is certain function going on?

I donno will i need it or not especially during the welcome week.

I'll definitely be getting the ISIC card. Got plenty of discounts when in Australia.

About the suit, look above in this page for a post from Geminist. Basically, get it there.

I'm not sure about the card, but you can definitely get the NUS card, you get pretty much some discount at most of the stores like burger king, pizza hut and topman.

Ok dumbass question.
Hiking/walking boots. Get here or there?

ISIC. Get it as soon as possible. You'll save a big sum when it comes to air tickets. Basically, travel fares.

As for the suit, you can make it here or BUY it there.