Saturday, June 28, 2014

My Weight (Loss) Management from 2007-05-28 to 2014-06-28 (weight loss by Calorie Restriction, i.e. Dietary Energy Restriction)

My Weight (Loss) Management from 2007-05-28 to 2014-06-28 (weight loss by Calorie Restriction, i.e. Dietary Energy Restriction):

2007-05-28 morning, my weight = 65.0 kg, BMI = 23.588
2007-06-28 morning, my weight = 61.0 kg, BMI = 22.136
2007-07-28 morning, my weight = 59.0 kg, BMI = 21.410
2007-08-28 morning, my weight = 58.7 kg, BMI = 21.302
2007-09-28 morning, my weight = 57.5 kg, BMI = 20.866
2007-10-28 morning, my weight = 57.5 kg, BMI = 20.866
2007-11-28 morning, my weight = 56.2 kg, BMI = 20.394
2007-12-28 morning, my weight = 55.5 kg, BMI = 20.140
2008-01-28 morning, my weight = 54.8 kg, BMI = 19.886
2008-02-28 morning, my weight = 54.8 kg, BMI = 19.886
2008-03-28 morning, my weight = 54.5 kg, BMI = 19.777
2008-04-28 morning, my weight = 54.4 kg, BMI = 19.741
2008-05-28 morning, my weight = 54.1 kg, BMI = 19.632
2008-06-28 morning, my weight = 54.6 kg, BMI = 19.814
2008-07-28 morning, my weight = 54.5 kg, BMI = 19.777
2008-08-28 morning, my weight = 54.3 kg, BMI = 19.705
2008-09-28 morning, my weight = 54.9 kg, BMI = 19.923
2008-10-28 morning, my weight = 55.3 kg, BMI = 20.068
2008-11-28 morning, my weight = 54.5 kg, BMI = 19.777
2008-12-28 morning, my weight = 55.6 kg, BMI = 20.177
2009-01-28 morning, my weight = 54.8 kg, BMI = 19.886
2009-02-28 morning, my weight = 55.9 kg, BMI = 20.285
2009-03-28 morning, my weight = 54.8 kg, BMI = 19.886
2009-04-28 morning, my weight = 55.3 kg, BMI = 20.068
2009-05-28 morning, my weight = 55.4 kg, BMI = 20.104.
2009-06-28 morning, my weight = 55.2 kg, BMI = 20.031
2009-07-28 morning, my weight = 55.1 kg, BMI = 19.995
2009-08-28 morning, my weight = 55.2 kg, BMI = 20.031
2009-09-28 morning, my weight = 56.3 kg, BMI = 20.431
2009-10-28 morning, my weight = 55.8 kg, BMI = 20.249
2009-11-28 morning, my weight = 56.2 kg, BMI = 20.394
2009-12-28 morning, my weight = 56.1 kg, BMI = 20.358
2010-01-28 morning, my weight = 55.6 kg, BMI = 20.177
2010-02-28 morning, my weight = 56.5 kg, BMI = 20.503
2010-03-28 morning, my weight = 56.4 kg, BMI = 20.467
2010-04-28 morning, my weight = 55.7 kg, BMI = 20.213
2010-05-28 morning, my weight = 55.1 kg, BMI = 19.995
2010-06-28 morning, my weight = 56.4 kg, BMI = 20.467
2010-07-28 morning, my weight = 55.5 kg, BMI = 20.140
2010-08-28 morning, my weight = 55.8 kg, BMI = 20.249
2010-09-28 morning, my weight = 55.8 kg, BMI = 20.249
2010-10-28 morning, my weight = 55.4 kg, BMI = 20.104
2010-11-28 morning, my weight = 55.6 kg, BMI = 20.177
2010-12-28 morning, my weight = 55.5 kg, BMI = 20.140
2011-01-28 morning, my weight = 55.4 kg, BMI = 20.104
2011-02-28 morning, my weight = 56.5 kg, BMI = 20.503
2011-03-28 morning, my weight = 55.6 kg, BMI = 20.177
2011-04-28 morning, my weight = 55.7 kg, BMI = 20.213
2011-05-28 morning, my weight = 55.6 kg, BMI = 20.177
2011-06-28 morning, my weight = 56.3 kg, BMI = 20.431
2011-07-28 morning, my weight = 56.5 kg, BMI = 20.503
2011-08-28 morning, my weight = 56.9 kg, BMI = 20.649
2011-09-28 morning, my weight = 56.2 kg, BMI = 20.394
2011-10-28 morning, my weight = 56.8 kg, BMI = 20.613
2011-11-28 morning, my weight = 59.0 kg, BMI = 21.410
2011-12-28 morning, my weight = 60.3 kg, BMI = 21.882
2012-01-28 morning, my weight = 61.5 kg, BMI = 22.318
2012-02-28 morning, my weight = 62.7 kg, BMI = 22.753
2012-03-28 morning, my weight = 62.5 kg, BMI = 22.681
2012-04-28 morning, my weight = 61.3 kg, BMI = 22.246
2012-05-28 morning, my weight = 60.7 kg, BMI = 22.028
2012-06-28 morning, my weight = 60.6 kg, BMI = 21.992
2012-07-28 morning, my weight = 61.2 kg, BMI = 22.209
2012-08-28 morning, my weight = 60.8 kg, BMI = 22.064
2012-09-28 morning, my weight = 61.5 kg, BMI = 22.318**
2012-10-28 morning, my weight = 62.3 kg, BMI = 22.608
2012-11-28 morning, my weight = 63.4 kg, BMI = 23.008***
2012-12-28 morning, my weight = 62.9 kg, BMI = 22.826
2013-01-28 morning, my weight = 63.0 kg, BMI = 22.863
2013-02-28 morning, my weight = 62.1 kg, BMI = 22.536
2013-03-28 morning, my weight = 61.5 kg, BMI = 22.318
2013-04-28 12.45 pm, my weight = 63.1 kg, BMI = 22.899****
2013-05-28 morning, my weight = 62.3 kg, BMI = 22.608
2013-06-28 morning, my weight = 62.2 kg, BMI = 22.572
2013-07-28 morning, my weight = 62.4 kg, BMI = 22.645
2013-08-28 morning, my weight = 62.6 kg BMI = 22.717
2013-09-28 morning, my weight = 62.4 kg BMI = 22.645**
2013-10-28 morning, my weight = 62.3 kg BMI = 22.609
2013-11-28 morning, my weight = 63.1 kg BMI = 22.899
2013-12-28 morning, my weight = 64.4 kg BMI = 23.371
2014-01-28 morning, my weight = 63.6 kg, BMI = 23.080
2014-02-28 morning, my weight = 63.3 kg, BMI = 22.971
2014-03-28 morning, my weight = 62.7 kg, BMI = 22.753
2014-04-28 morning, my weight = 62.7 kg, BMI = 22.753
2014-05-28 morning, my weight = 62.9 kg, BMI = 22.826
2014-06-28 morning, my weight = 63.1 kg BMI = 22.899

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Note 1:

2014-06-28 at 7.30 am, my weight = 62.6 kg + 500g= 63.1 kg BMI = 22.899

2014-05-28 at 5.40 am, my weight = 62.4 + 500g = 62.9 kg, BMI = 22.826

2014-04-28 at 5.40 am, my weight = 62.2 + 500g = 62.7 kg, BMI = 22.753
2014-03-28 at 5.30 am, my weight = 62.2 + 500g = 62.7 kg, BMI = 22.753

**2012-09-28 morning, my weight = 61.5 kg, BMI = 22.318** (Estimated Weight)
**2013-09-28 morning, my weight = 62.4 kg BMI = 22.645** (Estimated)


2014-02-28 5.31 am
62.8 kg + 500g = 63.3 kg

2014-01-28 5.34 am
63.1 kg + 500g
63.6 kg

2013/12/28 7 am
63.9 kg + 500 g
= 64.4 kg

2013-11-28 7.00 am
62.6 kg + 500 g Camry
= 63.1 kg

2012-10-28 Sunday 7.00 am
61.8 kg + 500 g = 62.3 kg

2013-08-28 0028 am
62.1 kg + 500 grams
= 62.6 kg
BMI 22.717

2013-07-28 0030 am
61.9 kg + 500g = 62.4 kg
BMI = 22.645

On 2010-10-30, Tanita BC532 replaced watson Scale because the battery low too fast.

Note 2:

JP weight on 28-6-2012 at 71.0 pm  60.1 kg + 500g = 60.6 kg
Bmi 21.99

JP weight on 28-07-2012 6.05 am
60.7 kg + 500 g = 61.2 kg
BMI 22.209

JP 2012-08-28 weight 7.15 am
60.3 kg + 500 g = 60.8 kg
BMI 22.064

2012-09-28 Estimated weight = 61.5 kg


2012-10-28 Sunday 7.00 am
61.8 kg + 500 g = 62.3 kg
BMI 22.6085

2012-11-28 Wednesday 6.55 am
62.9 kg + 500g = 63.4 kg
BMI 23.076

2012-12-28 6.39 am
62.4 kg + 500g = 62.9 kg
BMI 22.826

2013-01-28 Monday 5.30 am
62.5 kg + 500g = 63.00 kg
BMI 22.8625

2013-02-28 Thursday 6.10 am
61.6 kg + 500g = 62.1 kg
BMI 22.5359

2013-03-28 Thu 5.26 am
61.0 kg + 500g = 61.5 kg
BMI = 22.318

2013-05-28 Sun 5.26 am
61.8 kg + 500g = 62.3 kg

****Note(MD28): Attended second sister’s birthday buffet dinner at 8.00 pm on 2013-04-27.
My Weight 2012-05-28, 7 am weight = (Watson Scale ) 60.2 kg + 500 g

My weight on 2012-04-28, 7.06 am = (Watson Scale ) 60.8 kg + 500 g = 61.3 kg


Weight on 2012-03-28 7 am = (Watson Scale ) 62.00 kg + 500g = 62.5 kg

At 0730 hour of 2012-02-28. Watson Scale = 62.2 + 500g = 62.7 kg
(Tanita BC 532 Scale is out of order)

At 0730 hour of 2012-01-28. Watson Scale = 61.0 + 500g = 60.3 kg
(Tanita BC 532 Scale is out of order)

At 0730 hour of 2011-12-28. Watson Scale = 59.8 + 500g = 60.3 kg
(Tanita BC 532 Scale is out of order)


At 0730 hour of 2011-11-28. Watson Scale = 58.5+ 500g = 59.0kg
(Tanita BC 532 Scale is out of order)


At 0730 hour of 2011-10-28. Watson Scale = 56.3kg + 500g = 56.8 kg
(Tanita BC 532 Scale is out of order)

At 0530 hour of 2011-09-28. Watson Scale = 55.7 kg + 500g = 56.2 kg
(Tanita BC 532 Scale is out of order)

At 0530 hour of 2011-05-28. Watson Scale = 55.1kg + 500g = 55.6 kg
(Tanita BC 532 Scale is out of order)

At 0530 hour of 2011-04-28. Watson Scale = 55.2kg + 500g = 55.7 kg
(Tanita BC 532 Scale is out of order)

At 0730 hour of 2011-03-28. Watson Scale = 55.1kg + 500g = 55.6 kg
(Tanita BC 532 Scale is out of order)

At 0530 hour of 2011-02-28. Watson Scale = 56.0 kg + 500g = 56.5 kg
(Tanita BC 532 Scale is out of order)

At 0530 hour of 2011-01-28. Tanita BC 532 Scale = 55.5 kg

At 0700 hour of 2010-12-28. Tanita BC 532 Scale = 55.5 kg

At 0800 hour of 2010-11-28. Tanita BC 532 Scale = 55.6 kg

At 0530 hour of 2010-10-28. Watson Scale = 54.9 kg + 500g = 55.4 kg. Tanita Scale = not used

At 0530 hour of 2010-09-28. Watson Scale = 55.3 kg + 500g = 55.8kg. Tanita Scale = not used

At 0730 hour of 2010-08-28. Watson Scale = 55.3 kg + 500g = 55.8kg. Tanita Scale = not used

At 0530 hour of 2010-07-28. Watson Scale = 55.0 kg + 500g = 55.5kg
But Tanita Scale = not used

At 0530 hour of 2010-06-28. Watson Scale = 55.9 kg + 500g = 56.4 kg
But Tanita Scale = 56.2 kg .

At 0650 hour of 2010-04-28. Watson Scale = 55.2 kg and
Tanita Scale = 55.7 kg which is the same as Watson reading (in kg) + 500g.

At 0630 hour of 2010-05-28. Watson Scale = 54.6 kg + 500g = 55.1 kg

 At 0530 hour of 2010-06-28. Watson Scale = 55.8kg + 500g = 56.3 kg

At 0530 hour of 2010-07-28. Watson Scale = 56.0kg + 500g = 56.5 kg

At 0830 hour of 2010-08-28. Watson Scale = 56.4kg + 500g = 56.9 kg

Note: From 2010-02-01, Watson weighing scale had replaced Camry, which became faulty. In the past reading of Camry was about 500g more than that of Watson. To maintain consistency, so my weight =Watson reading (in kg) + 500g.

On 2010-03-28, at about 7.40 am, my weight by Camry = 55.9 kg + 500g = 56.4 kg. I also used Tanita BC-532 Body Composition Monitor to confirm that my weight was 56.4 kg.

My current BMI is within the healthy range of 18.5 to 22.9.

For me, the range of healthy weight is 50.9786 kg (BMI = 18.5) to 63.10324 kg (BMI = 22.9).

People with BMI values of 23 kg/m2 (or 25 kg/m2 according to some sources) and above have been found to be at risk of developing heart disease and diabetes.

To be healthy, I must have a healthy weight.

Be as lean as possible without being underweight, as recommended by World Cancer Prevention Foundation, United Kingdom.



Friday, June 27, 2014

Quaker Top Fresh Herbs & Cereals Beverage with Five types of Beans380grams. (Product of Taiwan) --- QUAKER 桂格 鲜谷王 5种豆 固体饮料380g 台湾地区进口

BB told on 2014-06-26 he bought a packet of Quaker Top Fresh Herbs & Cereals Beverage with Five types of Beans (Soy Bean, Black Bean, Green Bean, Red Bean and Pea) 380 grams. (Product of Taiwan). Bought from NTUC Fairprice Supermarket.

QUAKER 桂格 鲜谷王 5种豆 固体饮料 380g 台湾地区进口.

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桂格鲜谷王5种豆380g固体饮料台湾进口是粮油制品行业的知名产品.该饮品含有5种豆类:黃豆(Soy bean)、黑豆(Black bean)、绿豆(Green bean)、红豆(Red bean)、青豆(pea) ,补充人类所需植物性蛋白,口感美味新鲜,是生活必备饮品.

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QUAKER 桂格 鲜谷王 5种豆 固体饮料 380g 台湾地区进口




Note: 625 kJ = 149 kcal

What is oily fish?


Oily fish

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Salmon, mackerel, sardines, trout and herring are all examples of oily fish. Oily fish are:

  • high in long-chain omega-3 fatty acids, which may help prevent heart disease
  • a good source of vitamin D

Some oily fish contain bones that you eat. These include whitebait, canned sardines, pilchards and tinned salmon (but not fresh salmon), (my note -->) and canned mackerel 


These fish can help keep our bones strong because they are good sources of calcium and phosphorus.

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How much white fish should I eat?


How much white fish should I eat?

White fish include cod, haddock, plaice, pollack, coley, dover sole, dab, flounder, red mullet and gurnard.

You can safely eat as many portions of white fish per week as you like, except for the following, which may contain similar levels of certain pollutants as oily fish:

  • sea bream
  • sea bass
  • turbot
  • halibut
  • rock salmon (also known as dogfish, flake, huss, rigg or rock eel)

Anyone who regularly eats a lot of fish should avoid eating these five fish, and brown meat from crabs, too often.

Even though shark and marlin are white fish, there is separate advice about how much of them you should eat:

  • Children, pregnant women and women who are trying to get pregnant should not eat shark or marlin. This is because they contain more mercury than other fish.
  • Other adults should have no more than one portion of shark or marlin per week.

Many shark and marlin species are endangered, so we should avoid eating these fish to help stop these species becoming extinct. See the sustainable fish and shellfish section below for more information.


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What is white fish?


White fish

Cod, haddock, plaice, pollack, coley, dab, flounder, red mullet, gurnard and tilapia are all examples of white fish. 

White fish are:

  • low in fat, making them one of the healthier, low-fat alternatives to red or processed meat, which tends to be higher in fat, especially saturated fat
  • a source of omega-3 fatty acids, but at much lower levels than oily fish
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How much is one portion of fish?

http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/Goodfood/Pages/fish-shellfish.aspx

One portion of fish is around 140 grams when cooked.

How much fish should we eat?

How much fish should we eat? 

healthy diet should include at least two portions of fish a week, including one of oily fish. Most of us aren't eating this much.

Note: one portion is around  140 grams when cooked.




How much oily fish should I eat?


How much oily fish should I eat?

We should eat at least one portion (around 140 grams when cooked) of oily fish a week.

Oily fish can contain low levels of pollutants that can build up in the body. For this reason there are maximum recommendations for the number of portions we should be eating each week. These recommendations are different for different groups of people.

  • Women and girls should eat no more than two portions of oily fish a week if they may become pregnant in future or if they are currently pregnant or breastfeeding. This is because pollutants found in oily fish may affect the development of a baby in the womb in the future.
  • Men and boys, and women and girls who know they won't become pregnant in future, can eat up to four portions of oily fish a week.
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Thursday, June 26, 2014

hallelujah piano by guillaume robbe

Wednesday, June 25, 2014

Dementia: Types of dementia -- Alzheimer's disease and Multi-infarct dementia


Types of dementia

There are two main types of dementia : Alzheimer's disease and Multi-infarct dementia.

In Alzheimer's disease, the onset of symptoms and the progression of the illness is gradual. Although the cause is still unknown, present research suggests that there is a familial tendency and certain chemicals in the brain are lacking. As yet, there is no known medical cure for the disease.

Multi-infarct dementia results from a series of strokes in the brain.




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Dementia: What is dementia


Dementia is an illness which affects the brain, causing the brain cells to die at a faster rate than normal. It is NOT normal ageing. As a result, the mental abilities of the person with dementia declines. 

This leads to failing memory, deterioration of intellectual function and personality changes.

Dementia: What is dementia

Dementia is an illness which affects the brain, causing the brain cells to die at a faster rate than normal. It is NOT normal ageing. As a result, the mental abilities of the person with dementia declines. 

This leads to failing memory, deterioration of intellectual function and personality changes.

Preventing Alzheimer’s Disease: What Do We Know?

Info source: http://www.nia.nih.gov/alzheimers/publication/preventing-alzheimers-disease/so-what-can-you-do

Preventing Alzheimer’s Disease: What Do We Know?

So, What Can You Do?

You can do many things that may keep your brain healthy and your body fit—and help scientists find ways to prevent Alzheimer’s.

Stay Healthy

Many actions lower the risk of chronic diseases and boost overall health and well-being. As we learn more about the role they may play in Alzheimer’s disease risk, health experts encourage all adults to:

  • exercise regularly
  • eat a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables
  • engage in social and intellectually stimulating activities
  • control type 2 diabetes
  • lower high blood pressure levels
  • lower high blood cholesterol levels
  • maintain a healthy weight
  • stop smoking
  • get treatment for depression

Scientists do not yet know if these healthy habits can directly prevent or delay Alzheimer’s disease or age-related cognitive decline. As research continues, it’s important to note the many benefits these habits have for overall health and well-being.


Alzheimer’s Research UK

About us

Alzheimer’s Research UK is the UK’s leading dementia research charity. As research experts, we fund world-class, pioneering scientists at leading universities to find preventions, treatments and a cure for dementia.

Lifestyle and dementia


A risk factor is anything that can increase your chance of developing dementia. Risk factors for cardiovascular disease (like heart disease and stroke) are also risk factors for all dementia. So it’s a good idea to keep healthy by:
  • Exercising regularly
  • Not smoking
  • Achieving and maintaining a healthy weight
  • Controlling high blood pressure
  • Reducing your cholesterol level
  • Controlling your blood glucose if you have diabetes
  • Eating a healthy, balanced diet with lots of fruit and vegetables and low amounts of saturated fat
  • Only drinking alcohol within the recommended limits

Some studies suggest that enjoying an active life, with lots of interests and hobbies might be beneficial. Other researchers have found that spending more time in education is associated with a lower risk.

It’s not yet known whether eating oily fish or taking B vitamins can reduce the risk of dementia as studies so far have had mixed results. It is not advised to take NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like aspirin or ibuprofen) or HRT (hormone replacement therapy) to protect against dementia, as research is continuing in this area. You should talk to your doctor before taking any supplements or drugs that claim to prevent dementia, as most are unproven and they can have serious side effects.

You might read or hear about other risk factors for dementia. Despite occasional publicity, research has shown that meat, aluminium or living close to power lines are not risk factors for dementia. There is also no evidence that turmeric, gingko, ginseng, statins or coffee can protect against dementia.




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Your Daily Diet (from Webmd for your reference)

Your Daily Diet (from Webmd for your reference)
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How many calories you should have depends on your age, your gender, and how active you are. An inactive woman should have 1,600-1,800 calories a day. An active average-sized man should have 2,400-2,800 calories. Have a healthy balance of foods each day:  

(A) 1.5 to 2 cups of fruit and 2.5 to 3.5?cups of vegetables

(B) 5-8 ounces of grain, 1/2 from whole grains

(C) 3 cups of nonfat or low-fat dairy foods

(D) 5 to 6.5 ounces of protein (meat, beans, and seafood) each day

(E) No more than 5-7 teaspoons of oils, mostly from plants, fish, and nuts
 
(F) 121 calories from solid fats and added sugars
 


My Tube : Useful App


My Tube : Useful App

Pink grapefruit green smoothie made on 2013-06-23

My green smoothie on 2014-06-23 at 8.00pm. Ingredients 650 grams: Pink Grapefruit, Apple, carrot, banana, frozen pineapple, organic vegetable Kailan, Water 200ml. Total smoothie about 1000ml. Taste: Ok for me.







Tips for good skin (from WenMd)

Keep the Glow Going
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1. Don't smoke. It ages your skin and encourages wrinkling.

3. Eat lots of fruits, vegetables, lean protein, and whole grains for healthy skin.

4. Exercise every day. Exercising helps your skin by increasing blood flow. And sweating flushes out dirt from your skin.

5. Find ways to de-stress. Stress can make your skin more sensitive and worsen breakouts.

6. Stay out of the sun. Get a fake tan if you want more color.




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Monday, June 23, 2014

Imagine - Harmonica/Mundharmonika

PT-H901 Rechargeable Bluetooth Mini Speaker User Manual in English andChinese (bought on 2014-06-23 at S$30.00)

PT-H901 Rechargeable Bluetooth Mini Speaker User Manual in English and Chinese(bought on 2014-06-23 at S$30.00)

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What you are viewing is a Bluetooth Wireless Portable Stereo Speaker, which is designed for you comfortable household environment. 

The portable Bluetooth speaker is wireless connection your Bluetooth audio devices, such as mobile phone, PC, iPhone, and it also has a TF card slot to make you enjoy music more portable. 

The Bluetooth Wireless Portable Stereo Speaker must bring you excellent sound quality of shock effect. Do not miss it!

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Info source:

Product details:

Brand Name:OEM

Model Number: PT-H901

Type:Active

Use:Home Theatre,Portable Audio Player,Mobile Phone,Karaoke Player,Computer,Outdoor

Channels:3 (2.1)

Special Feature:Wireless,Portable,Mini

Place of Origin:Guangdong China (Mainland)

Color:red,blue,black,green,yellow

Handsfree function:yes

Bluetooth version:V2.1

Dimension:60x60x70mm

Net weight:230g

Speaker:52mm

Loundspeaker Output:3W

Frequency Response:280HZ-16KHz

Signal-to-Noise:95db

Battery Voltage/Capacity:520mAh