Tuesday, June 19, 2012

We're lovers, NOT Haters


LADY GAGA, an essay 

So now according to the news Lady Gaga is banned in several asian countries. Mostly the reaction came from few religious groups offended by Gaga's performance in her Alejandro clip (just go to youtube if you havent watched it yet, because you should before you continue reading). The problem is Gaga is seen to commit some 'atrocious' act toward christian symbols during the clip.

To be honest, I like the Alejandro song, despite the fact that SOME people (many many references on the net, google it if you need to know) interpreted it as a blasphemy againts christian gods. I like the tune, i like the beat, i like the costume, and mostly i like the dance (but not the 'on the bed'-dance). It's well directed and very artistic.

For your info, I'm just ordinary civilian, not associated with ANY religious sect who admit themselves to be religious men but incite hates amongst themselves anyway. Although i still consider myself a christian, i'm the kind of men who doesnt just do anything the reverend says. Some churches in my neighbourhood issued banned againts Gaga and forbid their offspring watch her clip or listen to her music. As I say, in the title, we're lovers not haters, so that kind of act is anti-productive. Since people will be more seduced to it than before (curiosity gets the better of society, always the case)

However, the moment Gaga decide to use christian symbol, kinda make my CONSCIENCE stirred. I say conscience, not heart or religious views. Why? Because according to me, conscience is the basic law of human life. People dont need justice system or law enforcement if they can just live by their conscience (i'm not talking about psychopath or super criminal, just ordinary people here). According to dictionary it's "The awareness of a moral or ethical aspect to one's conduct together with the urge to prefer right over wrong" The keyword here is moral and ethical.

Moral : The lesson or principle contained in or taught by a fable, a story, or an event

No moral people will exploits ANY religious symbol without some kind of INTENTION.  The logical example is as follows :
If, say, a buddhist exploits buddhist symbols, he betrays his own belief, therefore, putting him in position of immoral individual, since he would betray his own moral code that he believed.
If, say, a buddhist exploits christian symbols, then he is a hater, because he has no respect for other people's value.
Hence, regardless the belief, people who exploits religious symbol is either an immoral or a hater.
Now let's discuss INTENTION. What would be the intention of Gaga or her art director or her crew, dancers, record label, MTV, etc, whatever... To make and publish the clip?
Only 1 answer to it. Regardless how people respond to the clip, the answer is always money. You get free publication via controversy from people's various receptance responds...
Undoubtly, people love controversy, people love 'rebel' stuff (in Gaga's case, againts christian influence), thats why she gained fast-track popularity. Obviously, good tune, nice song, aren't enough these days to gain popularity. Artists have to rebel againts something to be popular fast enough :)
Clearly, Gaga doesnt have ANYTHING she believe in, otherwise these clip wouldnt have been made, were she to disagree to the idea.
Lets say, if the cross symbol on her crotch were american / british flag, she would banned so fast she wouldnt have the chance to say 'bite me'.
Religious symbols are easier to offend because religion doesnt have law or justice system other than people's conscience.


Ethical : Being in accordance with the accepted principles of right and wrong that govern the conduct of a profession.

Now, that we've done concluding Gaga's moral, lets look at her ethics. In short, why dont you guys just look at the clip and tell yourself that the clip is ethical. For real? Not.
Even though many people say the 'bed dance' is artistic or whatever, would you say its ethical to be published to the media full with vulnerable watchers (underages are free to access the clip) ?

I know a LOT of artistic dance that doesnt need to be vulgar or unethical and still watchable by underages. Lets say Michael Jackson (GodRestHisSoul), or Madonna, or those 90s artists. What? You guys dont like moonwalk anymore? Our threshold has passed since then? We now tolerated more vulgar in our media? We're bored with those mediocre 90s dance move? True... maybe for the people of the United States that's true. Very true indeed. The US become so corrupt you can no longer see which is ethical or unethical... :D
Want some prove ?

Look at India, the bollywood still make more agressive and modified traditional dance without looking vulgar or unethical and people still love it. Have you seen Julia Roberts' Mirror Mirror? That ending credits clip explains my argument.

Look at Japan, or Hongkong or Korea, the singers dance beautifully without putting symbols or whatever intentions they have, to charm the audiences. And people still love it.

Look at the spanish dance (whatever its called, tango or salsa), it's artistic without feeling vulgar or unethical.

Lets face it, if you ask yourself, what do those people's (who dance with that kind of moves on the bed wearing body-fit latex outfit) intention when they make the clip? What do you intend to inspire people from those kind of dance if you were the director? What kind of positive influence (improvement) do we gain from that kind of dance ? (other than bring out lust and desire over the dancer? or grossing nett profit of course, seeing how people love those controversy, new stuff, or whatever it is...)

Now, to sum it all up Gaga is an immoral or a hater with intention to bring out your desire.
Even if I'm a lover, not a hater, I cannot love a hater, because of the negative logical implication, neither can i love an immoral, because she wouldnt know love without moral, let alone loving someone who bring out sexual desire to the public :D
As much as I like her performances, I think Gaga is not worth an idol with all that she define herself with. Her voice are not that stellar to begin with (i think american idols sing better than her), let alone her face or looks (my english teacher is more gorgeous in my opinion, ask me her fb acc if you want to see her). So the only option she has on gaining popularity was through scandal and controversy by offending other people's believe. And surprisingly, the people LOVE her for it !!! :D hurrraayyy...
As a proof, in Indonesia, where she supposed to held her concert at, the people protesting againts her coming were the moslems , not christians. Given the fact that most christians in Indonesia are rich people with spoiled kids who idolized Gaga for whatever reason their empty brains dicided. Some christian who're not rich are not that many to organize protests againts her.

But all this just my ramblings to the Gaga controversy. My opinion have nothing to do with society. As i always say, "Dont believe everything you read, use your conscience instead"....



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Wednesday, March 28, 2012

TOOLS NEEDED TO DEBRAND YOUR BLACKBERRY !!!

This is the 4th and last post regarding unbranding your blackberry. This post covers the tools you might need for the debranding process. Lastly, I just wanna say that these guide doesn't come easy. I searched the forums and found out that this procedure has been banned by most cellphone forums since many people use the tool for cloning IMEI and PIN. I googled my way here and there and pieced the guides myself. All information you need is here, you just have to figure out how to proceed...

As before, this guide is NOT WRITTEN and NOT TESTED by me. PROCEED AT YOUR OWN RISK !!! NO SUCCESS IS GUARANTEED !!!


Finally, here are the tools you need for debranding your blackberry :

Sebetulnya Program ini sudah lama banget namun sangat berguna sekali dalam hal penanganan pada sisi software blackberry, ditinjau dari masih banyaknya yang bertanya setelah download dan install MML/MFI Multiloader nya ko' tidak konek2 yah antara programnya ke bb,.. selalu muncul tulisan bengong seperti ini "connect a device to begin"

Baiklah kita bahas aja dech... mulai dari awal yah, bagi yg belum punya file2 nya silahkan download dulu dibawah ini :

1. Download MML Setup Exe MML 2.0.1.3.rar
2. Download file2 kelengkapan MML :





3. Setelah anda download semua file2 diatas, lakukan langkah ini :


  • Untuk MML 2.0.1.3.rar silahkan extract lalu install
  • Untuk MML Dari part01 s/d part08 silahkan extract dgn nama folder MML, lalu folder MML beserta isi tsb (semuanya) copykan ke drive c:\
  • Download file ini Configuration.rar lalu extract dan copy pastekan / replace kan ke folder C:\MML\Configuration\


4. Setelah melakukan sampai dengan point 3, download file ini register_ulang_MML.rar lalu extract, disana akan mendapatkan 2 file yg bernama BbDevMgr & register_MMLedit_drcom,.. lakukan langkah ini :


  • Untuk BbDevMgr silahkan copy lalu pastekan ke folder C:\Program Files\Common Files\Research In Motion\USB Drivers\ (folder ini muncul otomatis setelah anda install DM)
  • Untuk register_MMLedit_drcom cukup anda klik 2 kali saja (double clik).


5. Untuk penggunaan fungsi lainnya setelah konek silahkan tekan "Shift+Ctrl+Alt+F12" secara bersamaan.

6. Selesai, silahkan dicoba.
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DEBRAND YOUR BOLD 9000 !!!

This is the third post of the Unbrand Your Blackberry Solution. This guide is also NOT WRITTEN and NOT TESTED by me !!!

PLEASE PROCEED AT YOUR OWN RISK !!! NO SUCCESS IS GUARANTEED !!!

Removing the Carrier’s Logo on the Blackberry Bold 9000

Posted on May 6, 2009 by johndball
UPDATE: 01 OCTOBER 2010: THE WEBSITE THAT HOSTED THE ENGINEERING SOFTWARE IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE. I HAVE NO CONTROL OVER THE HOSTING OF THE ENGINEERING SOFTWARE NOR DO I HAVE A COPY OF THE SOFTWARE. BEFORE ATTEMPTING THIS MOD, I STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU OBTAIN ALL SOFTWARE BEFORE CONTINUING SO YOU ARE NOT STUCK HALF WAY THROUGH THE UPGRADE PROCESS.
READ THIS FIRST: Update: 02 November 2009: There have been many suggestions, updates, fixes to common problems, and “FYI’s” in the comment’s section of this post. Please read all comments if you have an error or problem before posting.
It also appears that the original site hosting the MML files has been pulled offline. If you have links to the hosted files please let me know and I’ll add them to this blog post. The original links in the post (that no longer work) have been kept in the post for posterity’s sake, so use the links below. I don’t have the files on servers under my control and cannot vouch for their integrity or content. The MML files at Media Fire I discovered through a Google search.

  • http://www.mediafire.com/?sharekey=652217d0a1ad632e6b21be4093fab7acb1d7285d45e41baf87095ac91101628c

    • Before I go into my own debranding experience with my Blackberry Bold 9000 let me first give three important points:
    1. First and foremost I do not approve of, or support, the cloning of a device’s IMEI, IMSI, PIN, SIM, or any other identifier in order to circumvent the security and privacy of another’s device or to circumvent the security of a wireless carrier. I do not support any illegal activity stemming from the use of engineering software on a Blackberry device and I feel strongly that any person using the engineering software on their Blackberry device for illegal means should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.
    2. Like all of my hardware and software modding posts, this is strcitly for fun. If you’ve read my previous posts on similar issues I only do this for fun and will only continue to do it for fun. Modding electronics (from routers, to computers, to smart phones, etc…) is a hobby for me and I enjoy the thrill and learning experience. If your intentions are ill or illegal then find another website or blog for your criminal mischief; don’t come here.
    3. I am NOT responsible or liable for any damages to your property. There is a very likely chance that your smartphone will be turned into a paperweight. I am recommending that you do not change anything on your phone.
    Alright, with that said, Monday of this week I stumbled across a website that spoke of debranding a Blackberry smart phone thus removing the carrier’s logo (AT&T, Rogers, etc…) and enabling an “engineering menu” I assume is used by Research In Motion’s engineers to, well, engineer the Blackberry.
    I liked the idea of removing my carrier’s logo (AT&T) as I’m not a walking billboard for free advertisements. I decided to debrand my own Blackberry Bold 9000 and that the benefits (removing AT&T’s logo) outweight the risks (permenantly bricking my $300.00+ 4 month old phone). Oh, this will void the warranty too. Here are the steps I took (deviated from the steps commonly found through a web search for debranding your Blackberry smartphone).
    Step 1: Backup your application data using the Blackberry Device Manager. BDM v4.7 can be found at your carrier’s download site. I used Singapore Telecom as they seem to have newer versions of Blackberry software.
    http://na.blackberry.com/eng/support/downloads/download_sites.jsp
    Step 3: Install the MML software onto your computer. This will install by default to C: root (C:\MML)
    Step 4: Copy the extracted MML data files to C:\MML overwriting the original MML files.
    Step 5: I’ve read that internet access should be disabled. I ignored this and just blocked the application in my firewall from accessing the local network and internet. So, block the application from accessing the tubes or turn off your connection.
    Step 6: Enabled “Auto Start” and disable “Full Erase”
    Step 7: Connect your Blackberry Bold (At this point if you haven’t made a backup, STOP, and make a full backup of your device). The application will go through a series of connecting, uploading, and erasing. IT IS CRITICAL THAT YOUR BLACKBERRY IS NOT UNPLUGGED AT ANY POINT DURING THIS PROCESS!

    Step 8: Once you see “Fail” on the MFI installer and “No Application…” on your Blackberry, unplug your Blackberry from your computer, close and then re-open the MFI application this time disabling “Auto Start”

    Step 9: Once the MFI application is opened and “Auto Start” unchecked, press CTRL+ALT+SHIFT+F12 to open a hidden drop-down menu. Once the menu is displayed reconnect your Blackberry Bold
    Step 10: Select “Load VSM” from the drop-down menu and locate the .vsm file which should be in C:\MML\bin. You will then see “VSM Loaded Successfully”
    Step 11: Close the MFI application. Your Blackberry Bold will display “No Application Linked Factory OS”
    Step 12: Download and install whatever OS software version you choose. This can be found in the carrier section of Blackberry’s website (http://na.blackberry.com/eng/support/downloads/download_sites.jsp ) OR do a Google or Yahoo search for finding beta and pre-release OS versions for the Bold
    Step 13: (I use version 2.6.0.245 as it is the most stable for me). Once the OS is downloaded and installed, navigate to C:\program files\common files\research in motion\apploader (or wherever you have your program files folder installed to). Locate and delete the “Vendor.xml” file.

    Step 14: With your Blackberry still connected, locate and execute loader.exe. This will start the Blackberry software loader. Follow the prompts until the software is installed on your Blackberry.
    Step 15: Once the application software is reinstalled (and this took about an hour for me [multiple messages of scrubbing and erasing]) open the Blackberry Desktop Manager and restore your backup from earlier.
    Once your restoration is completed you can now enjoy your debranded Blackberry with a plethra of extra options. The engineering screen is accessed by pressing (and holding) ALT+aA+H on your Bold.


    The great screen caputring software came from TechMogul.com which I found at Hooked on Tronyx!. Hooked on Tronyx! has a lot of useful information and applications for your Blackberry device. Check out his site.
    Some other useful links that went into this post:
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    PROBLEM "NO SOFTWARE UPDATE IS REQUIRED FOR YOUR DEVICE" IN YOUR BLACKBERRY ???

    "No software update is required for your device" problem on your blackberry after wipe device? This is the solution !!

    DO THIS AT YOUR OWN RISK !!!
    NO SUCCESS IS GUARANTEED !!!
     



    1. Make sure you have instle on your pc the blackberry flashfile which blackberry model you need to work , if that flash file downgrade or upgrade no matter , should be correct blackberry model flashfile


    2. Instle Latest Blackberry Desktopmanager version 4.7.0.32 WITHOUT select Automatic Update service


    3. go to C:\Program Files\Common Files\Research In Motion\Shared\Loader Files remove/delete other bb model os from there if you already instled , make sure only there have the blackberry os file which model you want to do update



    4. Be sure the blackberry not live in cal mode , if the blackberry on cal mode you should be type start to out cal mode


    Remove battery from blackberry & connect without battery to pc then

    Windows XP: Start / Run... type > cmd

    You will see a black window similar to this. I have used UPPERCASE to highlight the typed commands.

    Quote:
    CD \
    CD PROGRA~1
    CD COMMON~1
    CD RESEAR~1
    CD APPLOA~1
    LOADER /NOJVM
    copy and past this QUOTE to command prompt exe


    After When you hit enter at the last command a forced will start application loder then update os your blackberry ,





    when application loder come this massage like on pic > wait for device initialize , then insert battery on blackberry , dont touch/disconnect cable





    by the way can be solve this problem tested by me




    Wbr
    ::.::RAMJAN::.:: @TRUST GSM™
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    REMOVING OPERATOR SPLASH SCREEN ON YOUR BLACKBERRY

     DO THIS AT YOUR OWN RISK!
     NO SUCCESS WILL BE GUARANTEED
    Here is Guide How to Unlock blackberry with MFI Multiloader

    So, while surfing the net i found something come in handy and decided to post it in my blog. All credits go to the original writer of the guide. This guide IS NOT made by me. Use it wisely...

    1. Download & instle latest blackberry desktop manager, download link check at blackberry faq


    2. Download & install NET Framework 2.0


    3. Download & install blackberry Operating System/flashfile which blackberry phone model you want to unlock , from here
    also dont forget to Delete the vendor.xml file located in c:\program files\common files\research in motion\apploader


    4. Download & install MFI Multiloader


    5. Download all parts for MULTILOADER & Unzip all parts and copy to "C:\MML" - Overwrite all files there


    6. Disconnect internet from your pc or you can do without disconnect internet by replace Configuration file

    Now you ready to do your job


    Open MFI Multiloader shorcut on your pc and connect your blackberry and wait until show pass


    then your phone should be like this on bb screen



    Now disconnect your blackberry from pc then type START (to get out of call mode) then you will see error 507 , bla bla etc


    Connect your blackberry then open blackberry desktop manager read & do point no 3. how To update/ReInstall BlackBerry Operating System ? from blackberry faq in sticky





    Congratulations your blackberry unlock done by free with MFI Multiloder , You can now repalce your SIM and Memory card and set up your phone the way you like it.


    If you got error during flash your blackberry No Software Update is required for your device by the way can be solve !!


    Best Regards
    ::.::RAMJAN::.:: @TRUST GSM™
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