Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Feeling Blessed!


In the middle of a conversation with a dear friend of mine came the idea that inspired me to write this post.

At this moment, I feel blessed.

For everything that I have got in my life and for everything that was happening in my life. Lately realized that, not everyone is blessed with the same.

Somehow, my perspective towards life has changed once after Chennai became my second home. If someone walks up to me and asks about my past, I would say – which one do you want to know? Life before Chennai or life after Chennai?

The city has got that much of an influence on me. Thankfully, all for the good reasons.

I firmly believe that life is unpredictable. Stunningly awesome and cruelly gruesome.

But one thing is for sure - We all have a limited time here to make a mark.

There are some people who inspire me till today.

1.     Steve Jobs – The commencement at Stanford University. Have no idea how many times I have watched that inspiring speech. A true innovator that he is. Wonder how the technology and typography would have been without him.

2.     Paul Walker – No idea who the guy is, till his demise. I have seen people talk about him more. The contribution and the difference he had made to the Fast & Furious family. The way Vin Diesel broke down while remembering Paul Walker 16 months after his sudden exit. And finally, the way Fast and Furious 7 was made. And the way, the family has given the big man a fitting tribute in the end with ‘See You Again’. Every single time I hear the song, it has always given me Goosebumps.

Men don’t cry much. But when they do, it really means a lot to them. The grief can no longer be controlled and thus tears.

3.     Philip Hughes – The 25 year old Australian cricketer who died to a bouncer by Sean Abbott at Sydney Cricket Ground. This guy’s story is no different. May not be as familiar as the aforementioned gentlemen, but this guy has united the cricket fans across the world. This man gave up his life while doing his job. And that’s playing for the country. He just did what he loved. And very unfortunately, died in the process.



According to me, the above 3 are legends in their own ways. They are passionate and had always done something they really loved.

In a country like India, scope of improvement is very less. People here in the country are not allowed to do something they really love. Even till today, I see parents pestering kids to do well in the areas the kid lacks interest. But this is how the pattern goes here. There is no escape. I so wonder why Indian parents are so mediocre minded. The lack of aggressive approach towards life will not help the kid survive in the long run. I seriously think, majority of Indian parents drive their kids into the wrong lane.

By the time the kid enters into his 20’s, he is more like tuned as a job seeker rather than a job creator. I know I am sounding a bit too awful here, but let me just complete.

Creativity in this country is locked behind the walls. There surely has to be a change in the pattern. Behavioral pattern is what I mean.

Also, to top it, India has gender discrimination. For once, I once again feel blessed to be a guy in a country like India. Thankfully, I don’t have much of restrictions like girls had in the country.

Percentage of people in India are still living in the dark world and not realizing the importance of life. Every time I feel sad for people who don’t realize it.

I have seen people who never get a chance to voice out their thoughts to their so called parents. They are subjected to lead a life that has no value in it.

For god sake, forget about employment rate in the country. Let people first realize the importance of life. Let people take chances and make decisions in the first place. But for that, parents need to do their part. Taking the kids out and letting them know how better the world is. Inspiring them to make something for them right from the start.

I have no idea how people perceive the perspective of mine. But, I can only tell you that I have realized the real importance of life.

In tricky situations, I have learned to take chances. And that’s what define me today.

With all due respect, my parents supported me in everything that I did. They left me in a world that has endless possibilities to learn and achieve big.


I may not equal the current techie guys in today’s generation. But one thing is for sure – I am here to take my chances. I am here to make a mark. I am here to be different and I am here to be the change. 

Wednesday, April 15, 2015

Asus Zenfone2 Strikes! Redefines The Smartphone Experience


Asus Zenfone2, a trend-setter and a super-fast smartphone for the generation today. 

Looking at the specifications of this new smartphone will instantly make you fall in love with the model. 

The Asus Zenfone2 

Here are the 5 reasons why the new smartphone from Zenfone is so much special to gadget lovers.

Network

Gone are those days waiting for the news feed to load on mobile devices with 2G and then, 3G. It’s time to join hands together and welcome the fastest network LTE to India. Thankfully, Asus Zenfone 2 will now be among the few smartphones that will be providing LTE 4G services in India. So, no waits hereafter. Check-in and out easy.

Camera

13Mega Pixel Primary Camera and 5 Mega Pixel secondary camera with Stunning display and zero shutter lag. Not to forget, Auto focus and dual LED flash that will get you the pictures clear and smooth.

Memory

Zenfone so far has been impressive in this zone. You get internal like usual. Having had 16/32/64 internal memories, it also has provided external slots that can be expanded upto 64GB. Gigantic, right?

Also, Zenfone is proud of introducing 4GB RAM speed in Zenfone2. World’s first smartphone that is providing 4GB RAM speed.

Battery

60% charge-up in not more than 39 minutes is like the most welcoming news.
So, it’s like last-minute charge with Zenfone 2 will help you lot better while in comparison. Getting into more details, Zenfone2 powers 3000 mAh non removable battery which is now the recent trend in the market.

Display, Design & Body

Just like others, Asus Zenfone2 carries a 5.5 inch display that comes with gorilla glass with 1080x1920 pixels that gives you the pleasure of using a stunning display when it comes to using the high end graphical games or while viewing the images.

It also has got some exciting colors that will show the smartphone well on hands. Unlike the rest, this Zenfone2 has got the ultra-thin edges that will help you in finding the proper grip while on hands.

It’s 3.9 mm thinnest. What else do one wants?

Also, the Asus Zenfone2 is available in Black, White, Red, Gray and Gold. Trust is that, it has got the real nice look with super extraordinary features you would have never expected before for the price you are paying for it.

Oops! Why haven’t we mentioned of the operating system?

Asus Zenfone2 runs the latest version (Lollipop) of Android operating system. The version that has been showing some tremendous results ever since it has got released. 

In short, it has got the perfect mix of everything that was required for a smartphone to be on top. 

AsusZefone2 and lollipop will give you the best experience of all time.

So, why wait? Order yours today before the stock ends.


Thursday, April 9, 2015

The Unconventional Routine


Yes, you read it right.

When everyone’s breakfast becomes your dinner, it surely rides you through an unusual routine. My life these days has been different.

Everyone’s day time has now become my sleepy nights.

Everyone’s exciting lunch time has become my troublesome disturbing lunch amid powernaps.

Everyone’s tiresome day end has now become my starting point.

In short, I am into nights. And that is nothing less than confusing.

Being more of a night person, I thought nights are young. It should be the only time to focus on things that makes a lot of sense to me. But, for no good reason, life has changed.



I am now spending my nights at work. Having absolutely no idea of what future had in stock. I wonder where I will be heading to, if I continue to do the same for a year or so.

In the process, I keep on hearing the term called escalations. And, I began to feel sorry for the kind of work people around me do.  But now, I was in need of someone to feel sad about my work.

Here is how my timesheet in a day look like.

9 hours – At work.

2 hours – Travel to work. (Round-trip)

6 hours – Irregular sleep. (Not so sound one)

3 hours – In kitchen. (Experimenting every possible dish)

Note: Depends on the availability of veggies at home.

4 hours – YouTube, Facebook, Twitter. + Censored time.

My priority goes to YouTube videos over watching movies on laptop. There are ample numbers of amazing videos out there. There is inspiration in every video. Videos by Being Indian are simply extraordinary.

Note: Realization is that, cooking has now become a real good part of my routine. At times, I am sacrificing my YouTube time for making something really delicious.

Though I am not pro as of now, I wish to get there soon.

I’ve now got something to do with cooking!


See you in the next post!