Last year, Apple offered a battery replacement program for just $38.

Eligible devices can get their batteries replaced for just $38 and this offer is valid until end of this year.

I got my iPhone 7’s battery replaced today and the entire process took less than an hour.

To get yourself started, you need to book an appointment through Apple’s website. I made an appointment at A.lab Plaza Singapura for 1pm. I reached half an hour early which was kind of pointless because they won’t entertain you until it’s your appointment time.

Remember to back up your phone before heading down, and also be prepared to lose your screen protector because they will need to remove it to disassemble your phone.

Total damage: 1 hour of waiting + $38 for the battery and $13 for a new screen protector.
You can purchase your screen protector and accessories from mobyshop at Far East Plaza. Just look for Brendon.

I don’t know if anyone would specially travel to Thailand to have Japanese food, but I managed to secure a reservation at Sushi Masato. It’s one of the most difficult restaurants to book in Bangkok, catering to only 120 exclusive guests every week.

The omakase menu comes in two different versions and I made a reservation for the premium omakase selection which is a 20-course meal including 3 different types of fresh uni.

The restaurant is located in one of the alleys along Sukhumvit 33 and very near Isao, which is another popular Japanese fusion restaurant. It was not difficult to locate Sushi Masato despite being hidden discreetly (and also the lack of signboards).

This crab dish was marvellous. To be honest, I really have no idea what goes inside each dish even though Chef Masato would briefly explain what was about to be served.

It was quite an experience to be able to witness upfront as Chef Masato skilfully crafts his creations before my eyes.

I’ve read somewhere that Chef Masato has earned his Michelin star and while I personally think that such stars are overrated, watching a sushi chef grind wasabi and slicing maguro and then preparing a uni roll before me is still a sight to behold.