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Songkran 2026 around Bangkok: where to make merit then get soaked
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 09/04/2026
» Songkran in 2026 is best tackled like Bangkok traffic: pick your lane early, commit, and keep a dry change of clothes within reach. The Thai New Year’s water fights still dominate the headlines, but this year’s smartest day trips mix temple-time calm with big-city spectacle, from Rattanakosin’s most photogenic blessings to Samut Prakan’s late-April Mon traditions — plus a flagship “Maha Songkran” festival that is setting up shop at Benchakitti Park.
Galaxy S26 Ultra makes your banking app a private affair
Life, Komsan Jandamit, Published on 02/04/2026
» Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra has arrived in Thailand as a privacy-first flagship built for life in crowded places, led by a built-in “Privacy Display” that makes your screen harder to read from the sides — a handy trick on BTS platforms, in airport lounges and at café tables where strangers sometimes sit close enough to know your bank balance and your bad taste in group chats.
Nintendo gives Switch 2 downloads a discount and boxes a bill
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 31/03/2026
» Nintendo has quietly but decisively redrawn the battle lines in the living room, confirming that digital games for the Nintendo Switch 2 will soon be cheaper than their physical counterparts — a move that changes how families, collectors and budget‑watching players decide what goes into the console, and what ends up gathering dust on the shelf.
Why the right sunglasses matter more than ever under Thailand’s sun
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 11/03/2026
» Bangkok’s sunshine may look postcard‑perfect, but for residents and expatriates it has become an everyday test of endurance. In Thailand’s harsh sunlight, sunglasses have shifted from seasonal fashion to everyday protection, and eye‑care specialists and retailers warn that the wrong pair can both damage vision and fail to provide comfort.
Claude Cowork AI rattles software world after $830bn rout
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 25/02/2026
» A new wave of “digital co‑workers” from artificial intelligence (AI) firm Anthropic is unsettling technology investors and forcing companies to rethink how office work is done, after its Claude Cowork tool moved decisively beyond chat and into real tasks, from organising files to drafting reports, sending fresh tremors through the global software industry.
Smart, fun and surprisingly simple
Life, Komsan Jandamit, Published on 24/12/2025
» Technology in 2025 was all about making life simpler and more exciting, with gadgets that blend convenience and style.
2025 Gadgets of the Year: Smart, fun and surprisingly simple
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 11/12/2025
» Technology in 2025 is all about making life simpler and more exciting, with gadgets that blend convenience and style. From Plaud Note, a pocket-sized note-taker, to Washlets that turn bathrooms into spas, and the Nintendo Switch 2 for gaming anywhere, this year’s innovations shine. Smartphones like Vivo X300 Pro, Honor X9d 5G and the foldable Galaxy Z Fold 7 deliver power and versatility, while Oral-B iO7 and Philips PPM4311 bring comfort and care. Add smart touches like the glowing SteelSeries QcK Prism Cloth XL, Xiaomi Air Purifier, sleek M4 MacBook Air and handy PopGrip for MagSafe — proof that tech can be smart, fun and beautifully simple.
Blaze in mixed-use city building injures 2 Americans
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 02/12/2025
» A fierce blaze destroyed an office in a six-storey commercial building on Sukhumvit Soi 8 in Bangkok’s Klong Toey district, causing minor injuries to two foreign men.
Events to watch during the SEA Games next week
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 01/12/2025
» The 33rd SEA Games in Thailand from Dec 9-20 will see competition in many popular sports throughout the 12 days. Here are some events we especially picked out for you during the first week.
Nintendo Switch 2 priced at 17,800 baht in Thailand
Komsan Jandamit, Published on 11/06/2025
» The Nintendo Switch 2 will cost 17,800 baht for the standard console and 19,800 baht for the bundle including Mario Kart World, Synnex, Nintendo's official distributor in Thailand, announced on Wednesday.