timmotee
Canadian expat in Vietnam
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Lives in Ho Chi Minh City
Registration: 15 August 2014
USB to PS2 adaptor or keyboard by timmotee
Does anyone know where I could get a USB (female) to PS2 (male) adaptor? Alternatively I could use just a PS2 keyboard I've gone to 5 different computer shops today and they all look at me like I'm mental for even asking, but I kinda need ...
I'm in IT as well and agree, they are out there and in the west are no problem to find. Bizarre I ride a 49 year old motorbike in good repair with no parts shortage, but can't find a legacy but really basic and common component. Oh well ... Read More
USB to PS2 adaptor or keyboard by timmotee
Does anyone know where I could get a USB (female) to PS2 (male) adaptor? Alternatively I could use just a PS2 keyboard I've gone to 5 different computer shops today and they all look at me like I'm mental for even asking, but I kinda need ...
Thanks a lot, I didn't end up finding the adaptor but did get a PS2 keyboard which solved my problem. I now have 2 new USB keyboards and 1 new PS2 none of which I really need anymore if anyone is looking for a keyboard lol.... Read More
USB to PS2 adaptor or keyboard by timmotee
Does anyone know where I could get a USB (female) to PS2 (male) adaptor? Alternatively I could use just a PS2 keyboard I've gone to 5 different computer shops today and they all look at me like I'm mental for even asking, but I kinda need ...
That is actually the exact opposite of what I need, and what I've found in 5 shops. Thanks for the post though. Read More
USB to PS2 adaptor or keyboard
Does anyone know where I could get a USB (female) to PS2 (male) adaptor? Alternatively I could use just a PS2 keyboard I've gone to 5 different computer shops today and they all look at me like I'm mental for even asking, but I kinda need ... Read More
Visa Transfer to new Passport
Hello, I'm in Vietnam on a valid 3 month multiple entry visa, but I've just submitted my passport for renewal. I figured that I could continue to show the old passport when exiting and entering, but now I'm thinking it might not be so ... Read More
Any good gym near District 3 with fair price?
There's Mach's gym - https://goo.gl/zgMrJw I went there for about 3 months. You could consider it full equipped, but can get pretty busy. I was usually there in the morning or afternoon, the one time I went in after 5 it was stupidly busy ... Read More
What price for rent a car/van with driver from HCMC to Vung Tau ?
This doesn't directly answer your question, but this looks like a cool and easy option: http://www.vinaexpress.com.vn/index.php?&lang=eng I've never rented or considered renting a car around here but can't imagine it would at all be ... Read More
a get-together if you haven't got a plan on Sunday by thaitrang1910
We are having a get-together on Sunday 28th June. We are around 10 including foreigners and Vietnamese. Welcome those who like to join. If you are interested in making nice, open friends or asking about living tips, go for it with us. Plan : 8 PM at ...
Hi, I might be keen to join, would it be okay to just show up? Are "nice and cheap" descriptors or is there a place called "nice and cheap skybar"? Read More
Hair Donation?
Thanks, that's really helpful. I'll save myself the trouble then. Okay, second part question, does anyone know a place that understands English well enough that I could communicate that I wanted several braids done and then for them to cut ... Read More
Hair Donation?
Does anyone know of anywhere to donate hair in vn? I've got about 8" of the stuff, not sure if I should save cutting it off until I get back towards towards the west where i can find an organization that will take it. Read More
Motorbike Tours
I've got a new toy: http://i.imgur.com/bEj7uJ6.jpg Anyone know of any destinations nearby with scenic drives (I'm thinking hours/day trip)? Also, anyone wanna join? I'm planning on doing a Nha Trang/Dalat tour some time over the next ... Read More
Agents or buildings for 3 month apt rental
I'm leaving Saigon for work this weekend, but starting to plan my return in June. When I come back I'll be here in June for ~3 months. Haven't had much luck finding agents or buildings with what I'm looking for in my range - ... Read More
Google Maps Navigation by timmotee
Hi all, Was wondering of anyone has google maps navigation working for android here in HCM? I can get route preview only on both my devices here. It was working in Germany on both devices last week. I saw a thread from Jaitch in 2012 where it ...
Just an update on OSMAnd+ - I'm using it and it seems to work okay. Not quite as polished as google maps, but the navigation is mostly good enough. The documentation points to pebble (smartwatch) integration being available, but the ... Read More
Google Maps Navigation by timmotee
Hi all, Was wondering of anyone has google maps navigation working for android here in HCM? I can get route preview only on both my devices here. It was working in Germany on both devices last week. I saw a thread from Jaitch in 2012 where it ...
Thanks, that's a bummer, I actually got a pebble smart watch mostly for the purpose of having turn by turn navigation on my wrist while riding. Google maps actually seems to be pretty excellent here otherwise. I'll check out OSMand to see ... Read More
Google Maps Navigation
Hi all, Was wondering of anyone has google maps navigation working for android here in HCM? I can get route preview only on both my devices here. It was working in Germany on both devices last week. I saw a thread from Jaitch in 2012 where it ... Read More
Powerlifting/Bodybuilding/Strongman gym in/near D1, Ho Chi Minh City by dukedoyle
Hi people, I'm currently working in HCMC in District 1 and am looking to join a good gym that I can get to at lunchtime. The gym I go to at the moment is cheap and close to home but it's not very well kitted out. By this I mean it's ...
I too would be very interested in a coherent response to this query. Read More
Canadian moving to Vietnam(HCMC) looking to learn Vietnamese by CanadianChris
Hey everyone, I am moving to Ho Chi Minh City this November and I am looking to rent a fairly nice apartment near a school where I am able to learn Vietnamese. Any help and suggestions will greatly be appreciated, I hope to make some new friends ...
Hey Chris, Canadian here new to HCM as well: sounds like we might be looking for something similar. I need a good gym too and want something pretty nice. Craigslist seems to have kind of dried up since I was looking in august, it seemed like ... Read More
Canadian Seafarer new to Saigon
Hi all, Just introducing myself - I've just Just finished a trip all the way from Sapa down to here and I'm settled in a hotel in D1 temporarily. Looking for a shared apartment in D2 or D7, I like having the option of a bit of peace and ... Read More