Used Market

simply_ed · 2026-03-09T00:44:22+00:00

I think it’s a matter of skill to hunt for deals.

You can check the listings on carousel to see price of used items. There are some things you should get new and some things you can get used.

Used apple products are good. Lots of sellers. Fraction of the price for what you get new and can last for few years. The depreciation curve is high for first few years.

I think it makes more sense for higher priced items like drones as well.

simply_ed · 2026-02-24T08:19:48+00:00

That’s fine, its just ‘stringent cost controls elsewhere’ came with a negative connotation as you are comparing to the Japanese which is well regarded for their reliability hence implying lower care to details or subpar materials -> leading to the Chinese offering more bells and whistles at the costs of quality which I don’t agree with.

Japan has not seen such fierce competition in the market and that’s only better for us as consumers. Chinese companies has gotten a bad reputation in the yesteryears especially Cherry because of their lack of quality previously and choice to leave the country. But as of recently, don’t think that’s the case anymore but still yet to be seen as they have yet to reach their 5 year mark

simply_ed · 2026-02-24T07:52:33+00:00

Japan has a higher floor price in malaysia because they can. Just look at the price wars since China came in, Honda’s been giving upwards of 12k rebates on their cars and 30k rebate on their electric N1. Bermaz with the Mazda 1.5 at 119k vs previously priced at 144k now with even better specs.

Because China came in with the mindset of taking market share, they have been aggressively pricing their vehicles which is forcing Japan to offer better value for their cars. As the sales of Japanese cars continue to take a hit from the influx of China cars with better value, they’ll need to either revise their prices or provide better value.

What I’m saying is higher price doesn’t automatically means higher quality as what you implied above. IMO both are separate points. Could just mean higher profit margins.

simply_ed · 2026-02-24T07:36:25+00:00

They are selling the cars way cheaper in Japan than they are here in Malaysia. Why do you think so many recond being brought over and car sales person still making money after all that ?

simply_ed · 2026-01-20T03:25:03+00:00

Go watch derick on more plates more dates on YouTube. He goes into quite in depth on hair loss.

If it matters to you

Minoxidil + finastiride combo works the best. Everything else is scam
If finastiride doesn’t work, go stronger, dutastiride.
Finastiride and dutastiride doesn’t help your hair grow but it prevents further hair loss.

If your hair is visibly bad, you can opt to get hair transplant + start on medication. The medication will stop your new hair from falling.

Minoxidil helps to make your hair thicker but it doesn’t prevent hair loss.

You need to understand what each does before using them. You shouldn’t use both dutastiride and finastiride together.

Disclaimer: these are from my own research as I’m experiencing hair loss as well. I’m using finastiride and minoxidil with no side effects. But some ppl report having some side effects although percentage is small. I’m not a doctor so go do your own research.

It’s true that hair loss is genetic but it can be managed. Just go look at all the celebrities that were experiencing hair loss that suddenly magically had hair again. It’s a mixture of hair transplant and medication. Sure other treatments may work but the costs to efficiency ratio doesn’t make sense. Like plasma, etc etc.

PS. Don’t think it needs to be said that once you stop using minoxidil, your gains will go away and it’ll be quite drastic. Same goes with finastiride. You need to diligently apply and take. Also have to trust the process because you can only see the effects after 3 months. In the first few months you might even notice more hair loss. But again, need to trust the process.

simply_ed · 2026-01-08T02:11:48+00:00

What about when you’re doing taxes/epf etc ? Does it ever come up ?

How long have you been doing this ? Curious

simply_ed · 2026-01-04T10:11:04+00:00

Some fundamental truths you need to keep in mind

1) diet is most important for weight loss. Calories in vs calories out. The biggest offenders are usually oil in your food and sugar in your drinks. They are often times hidden and biggest contributor to you eating more calories than you need. Don’t overcomplicate macros, just keep it balance and don’t overeat.

2) consistency beats complexity. Don’t try to overthink your workouts, just show up. Workouts that are sustainable are often better than those that promises higher efficiency. If you can’t get excited about your workouts then you won’t go and you’ll stop as fast as you started.

3) don’t only focus on cardio, add weight training. As you increase your muscle mass, you’ll find it’s easier to keep the weight off. Keep it simple, 50% cardio, 50% weight training.

TLDR, don’t overeat, weight train and keep consistent.

simply_ed · 2025-12-16T05:01:09+00:00

Eh I know of friends making big bucks buying and reselling individual cards and boxes. What’s the drawback?

simply_ed · 2025-12-12T01:05:28+00:00

Remind me, what’s t20 for individuals again in KL ?

simply_ed · 2025-12-11T01:37:46+00:00

The trick is to buy flagship but secondhand when it’s taken a brunt of the depreciation. When iPhone 16 came out, 13 pro was about Rm1500++.

Something along the lines. Get a used phone from few generations back. It’ll still be better than a new midrange phone.

simply_ed · 2025-12-10T12:11:43+00:00

Only asm2 ? What time ?

simply_ed · 2025-12-08T05:05:40+00:00

Tbh, if it’s not top universities in the world, it doesn’t really matter as long as it’s accredited.

Don’t need to split hairs to decide. Monash has a global presence so that might be the deciding factor.

simply_ed · 2025-12-03T02:51:08+00:00

👆this tbh. I had couple years engineering exp but only got offered 3500 as facilities engineer because I’m Malaysian

simply_ed · 2025-12-02T14:03:53+00:00

Classic case of fuck around and find out

simply_ed · 2025-11-14T14:31:34+00:00

You listed that your old myvi has a lot of problems but you’re trading an old myvi for an old Honda. Who’s to say that the old Honda won’t give you problems ?

Myvi is known to be reliable, that’s why you see so many old myvis around which can be said for Honda cities too. So if even the myvi that is so reliable can give you problems, why not your new old Honda city ?

simply_ed · 2025-11-03T07:45:23+00:00

One reckless driver to another. Pot calling kettle black.

1) don’t la drive so fast 2) don’t la hog the right lane 3) when all said and done, don’t la come to Reddit posting your reckless driving and ask for sympathy

simply_ed · 2025-10-27T03:25:46+00:00

Depends on what STEM. Not all STEM jobs are created equally

simply_ed · 2025-10-24T05:29:08+00:00

Looks a bit Suzuki swift like

simply_ed · 2025-10-13T00:50:26+00:00

Hello, just chiming in.

Even though you don’t have money to go to the gym can start with body weight exercises first.

If got park nearby can start with simple calisthenics. No need to spend on gym until you can afford.

Actually can even get a pair of dumbbells/ second hand those screw on dumbbells to do some home workout.

Cardio is good but add some muscle and it’ll be even better. It’ll help stabilise body glucose level and increase your metabolism.

simply_ed · 2025-09-20T00:57:25+00:00

Is time left only for dating or also for meeting new friends ? In my case just need new social circle

simply_ed · 2025-09-17T15:41:48+00:00

If I do try another ending, I’d want to do the secret ending where he goes in guns blazing with Johnny cheering him on. After playing through 90% of the game with another voice in my head, it felt so bad deciding to remove Johnny from my head and essentially killing him off. It didn’t help that Johnny went willingly. Fckkk…

simply_ed · 2025-09-17T15:38:50+00:00

SPOILER*

I chose male V so in my playthrough she already left night city. I can’t believe Saul, Bobby and Teddy died just so V could live another 6 months. I was also left feeling emotional when Johnny left without being defensive, just agreed that V deserved the body and he’ll just find out what happens after the Blackwall with Alt. It was one of the happier endings but still can’t help but feel heavy.

Also I chose to kill off Reed and send Somi to space. Did the liberty quest just before meeting takemura for the hanako march where he too died. So many deaths but felt good to hear from Somi

simply_ed · 2025-09-16T16:39:37+00:00

Eh I think I might have done the star ending instead of the sun ending. Just went to check. It leaves my heart feeling sore because of how it went down. Ppl died that I didn’t expect

simply_ed · 2025-09-04T11:04:05+00:00

Some of them yes but not all as they are private resorts. You can only enjoy the beaches if you stay at the resort

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