Richard Lai: Archive

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"Do you know this word?"

Today was my first time landing in Los Angeles, and while the layout of the airport alone is pretty bizarre already, what I saw before getting past the passport checkpoint was even more saddening. An officer — seemingly frustrated by a couple’s English illiteracy — came out of his booth and inspected the next man’s passport. After confirming that his first language is...

Jan 5th

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Up and down we go.: Dear Customer who stuck up for... →

sweetupndown: you thought I didn’t really notice. But I did. I wanted to high-five you. Yesterday I had a pair of brothers in my store. One was maybe between 15-17. He was a wrestler at the local high school. Kind of tall, stocky and handsome. He had a younger brother, who was maybe about 10-12 years old. The…

Jan 4th

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nickhaseeb asked: I am visiting Hong Kong and Beijing in the next few days. I want to buy the Xiaomi phone. Can you help me out?

Dec 31st

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Dec 31st

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DARREN MURPH: Chris Grant is leaving Joystiq, and... →

This year I’ve had to repeat a lot of things mentioned in this post when people asked me about Engadget, The Verge and AOL. It isn’t short but well worth a read. Also, I wish Chris Grant all the best — it doesn’t take much for one to see what a talented and witty gentleman he is. I will miss him. darrenmurph: [Note: That title should say: ‘Chris Grant is leaving Joystiq,...

Dec 27th

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Oct 31st

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Oct 5th

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Are Unicorns Real?

fakescience:

Sep 23rd

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Sep 21st

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The 'Industry' in four panels

ginnypig: Image courtesy of Neutron, LLC

Sep 19th

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10 years ago today

I was 14 and had just started my second year at my boarding school in Wiltshire, UK. I can’t remember exactly what brought me to the boarding house’s TV room in the first place, but I do recall being fixated on the live footage of two skyscrapers up in smoke. The small room was full of quiet students, for a change. My startled self would soon call home, fearing that the same could...

Sep 11th

Sep 3rd

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Sep 3rd

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Growing Up Geek: Richard Lai →

Making a little mark on the web for my 24th birthday. Allow me to share my geeky life story so far.

Aug 29th

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Aug 28th

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This is turning out to be my media whore week. Two more TV appearances scheduled this week, along with many more on Engadget. *Insert evil laugh here*

Aug 28th

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mmmfakecheez: The BBC were talking to a fellow named Richard Lai who was due to fly back to Hong Kong via London but was stranded in New York because of Irene. He admitted that, whilst outside taking pictures right before the brunt of the storm (that comes with 60mph winds), he’d had difficulties with his umbrella. My advice to this chap: BUY A RAINCOAT. Heh, I hate raincoats.

Aug 28th

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Aug 28th

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My quote about Hurricane Irene on BBC News →

“There were still pigeons and sparrows loitering.” So glad that my quote made it to BBC News’ website. :D

Aug 28th

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Aug 27th

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Aug 14th

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Aug 3rd

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Jul 29th

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Russell Brand's tribute to Amy Winehouse →

Jul 24th

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vince-chan asked: Hi Richard. Both sad/happy to see you leave England for HK.
My parents migrated from HK to England many years ago, then I was born, and have been going through secondary school as a yellow in a white world!
I was just wondering what made you want to go back to HK? I am considering doing the same after I've finished education, and I am curious about why you're choosing to...

Jul 14th

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Jun 4th

abirtz asked: Samsung Galaxy Tab P1000.
Inserted Telus sim card card in the large side instead of small side.
How to eject the card ?

Thank you.

May 26th

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May 21st

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May 20th

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May 19th

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nguyendmz asked: Hi, i saw some of the reviews you wrote for Engadget and I wonder how do I become one review writer (for them) and how are apps picked to be reviewed on Engadget

May 17th

demonica asked: im glad you caught that! my brother framed a picture of him for my birthday hahaha
will i be seeing you at engadget this summer?

May 14th

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May 12th

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My TV debut: Microsoft buys Skype →

Was hoping to have a nap to catch up on sleep, but then I got a call from CNN International. An hour later I was on my way to the studio on Hong Kong Island and met the lovely peeps. And gosh, Kristie is taller than I expected!

May 10th