I lived in Malaysia and will be travelling to Japan in the next month, should i buy an adapter for the plug?
I'll be travelling to Japan next week and i thought of bringing my laptop and camera. Is the plug different from malaysia?i just know that the voltage there is 100v.
Japan - 3 Answers
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Answer 1 :
Sure. It's different from Malaysia. But you can buy an adapter at an airport in Japan.
Answer 2 :
Yes the voltage in Japan is 100V. Just buy the multi voltage plug in Malaysia before u travel. Your laptop power supply can handle 100 to 240 volt, just plug into the adaptor and it will work as normal. Japan normally use 2 pin only. Camera can normally work 100 to 240V for Japan type camera, pls check your voltage input or your power supply if it is not a Japanese version camera.
Answer 3 :
1- Check your laptop and camera battery charger/adapter if its auto or dual voltages ( 100V~220V ) 2-Make sure the plug prongs are of the 2 pins flat type. 3-Normally the chargers for cameras are of 2 pins round type if purchase in Malaysia . Get the 2 pins flat type , normally sold at RM 1 4-The adapter for laptop if purchase in Malaysia are of the 3 pins British standard.You need to open the plug or get a "power pin changer" from any electronics shops. Normally sold at RM 4-RM8 5-Get all this done while in Malaysia , so no need to fumbles and runs around in Japan. 6- Same type of power plugs applies if you ever go to USA , Canada , China and Thailand . Except Thai and China is at 220V
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Sunday, March 28, 2010
Sunday, March 21, 2010
will my internet on my laptop work in japan
will my internet on my laptop work in japan?
my mom took my laptop to japan before and told me she couldnt the internet. im not sure if its because she didnt know how to connect or that my laptop couldnt pick up any wifi? im a bit iffy on bringing it if i cant use internet. i have a toshiba laptop btw
Laptops & Notebooks - 6 Answers
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Answer 1 :
Nah, their Internet is way too fast. Your laptop will explode upon connection.
Answer 2 :
yes you can use the internet here:] i hope i helped
Answer 3 :
It will work, you just need to find either a open wifi network, or be allowed to use a "private" one. If you are using Windows, it will take care of all the settings, asuming the network itself is connected to the internet,
Answer 4 :
i think so
Answer 5 :
Internet Protocol is universal. The connection will depend much on the ISP (internet service provider) of the area or the wireless LAN (WiFi) service of the available access point private or public).
Answer 6 :
Yes you can use your wifi in Japan. Depending on where your at you have to pay for it. A lot of places don't really have WiFi. Most hotels don't have wifi you need a power adaptor, because most American computers have the plugs with 3 prongs, but Japanes usually only have the outlet with two. You can ask for one at the check in desk and also a cord to plug it in. But if you don't think you'll use the computer a lot don't bother. Easier to fly without one, LOL
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my mom took my laptop to japan before and told me she couldnt the internet. im not sure if its because she didnt know how to connect or that my laptop couldnt pick up any wifi? im a bit iffy on bringing it if i cant use internet. i have a toshiba laptop btw
Laptops & Notebooks - 6 Answers
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Answer 1 :
Nah, their Internet is way too fast. Your laptop will explode upon connection.
Answer 2 :
yes you can use the internet here:] i hope i helped
Answer 3 :
It will work, you just need to find either a open wifi network, or be allowed to use a "private" one. If you are using Windows, it will take care of all the settings, asuming the network itself is connected to the internet,
Answer 4 :
i think so
Answer 5 :
Internet Protocol is universal. The connection will depend much on the ISP (internet service provider) of the area or the wireless LAN (WiFi) service of the available access point private or public).
Answer 6 :
Yes you can use your wifi in Japan. Depending on where your at you have to pay for it. A lot of places don't really have WiFi. Most hotels don't have wifi you need a power adaptor, because most American computers have the plugs with 3 prongs, but Japanes usually only have the outlet with two. You can ask for one at the check in desk and also a cord to plug it in. But if you don't think you'll use the computer a lot don't bother. Easier to fly without one, LOL
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Sunday, March 14, 2010
If my brother is going to Japan and wants to purchase a laptop, should he purchase in Japan or US
If my brother is going to Japan and wants to purchase a laptop, should he purchase in Japan or US?
Are computers cheaper or more expensive in Japan and what problems would he run into having a Japanese operating system?
Japan - 11 Answers
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Answer 1 :
nothing they have the same operating systems just different languages as long as he can read japen. hes fine
Answer 2 :
US is better.
Answer 3 :
Japan gets a lot of better technologies before we do so he might want to look there first. The keys will have japanese characters on them with the latin alphabet in the corner of the key. In my opinion, the best bet if you want new japanese technology is to get it on Dynamism.com. They will support the item as well (you don't want to have to ship a malfunctioning laptop back to japan it will probably cost half as much as the laptop). They do have much cooler stuff though years before we get it.
Answer 4 :
The keybord layout is different. But if he buy desktop, he can choose US keyboard. Anyway he should bring laptop from the US for the first time.
Answer 5 :
Computers are generally cheaper in North America. I think Canada's a little cheaper than the U.S. However, if he's into Japanese (language), it would be easier to get the right keyboard in Japan. He can get a typical English operating system in Japan, but it would be easier and more affordable to just do it in the U.S. Japan is great for electronics, but where you see the main differences is in gadgets, keitais (cell phones), cameras, stuff like that. Another benefit of getting one in the U.S. is that the warranty will be valid locally as opposed to in a country far away (assuming he comes back to the U.S.).
Answer 6 :
Is he going to live there ? Japan's power system is different. Their software is not likely to work on an American system. I would say it depends on how long he intends to stay there. Computers are NOT cheaper there.
Answer 7 :
He should purchase in the States where not only would it be cheaper, but he could acquire a system that meets his needs in English. Anyone purchasing a computer with Windows XP operating system has the option of allowing your computer to read and write in Japanese (among many other) languages, so if your brother is studying or can read Japanese, even a Dell computer with XP would be fine. The main problem would be service -- if he ever had a problem, finding a service center in Japan would be tough. Most likely he would have to send the computer back to the States for service, and possibly overseas use of a computer might not be covered under the warranty (have him ask about it) depending on the problem. Many Japanese computers, while capable of writing in English, are overpriced.
Answer 8 :
Purchase the computer in the US. If you do it in Japan you will get the Japanese OS. I know this for a fact since I lived there for about 14 years. Its also cheaper to get it in the US. Japanese OS = Japanese language and if you can read and write then by all means but if not...dont waste your money! Cheers!
Answer 9 :
I suggest he should buy in USA. In japan prices are much higher then rest of the world.
Answer 10 :
I got my laptop in Japan, at Aeon (イオン) it was 1000 bucks in USD...and it is just as good, maybe a bit better than usa pc's cause it opperate under japanese lanugage....and i like that better. But if he doesnt understand japanese, he best get one in the USA
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Are computers cheaper or more expensive in Japan and what problems would he run into having a Japanese operating system?
Japan - 11 Answers
People's Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
Answer 1 :
nothing they have the same operating systems just different languages as long as he can read japen. hes fine
Answer 2 :
US is better.
Answer 3 :
Japan gets a lot of better technologies before we do so he might want to look there first. The keys will have japanese characters on them with the latin alphabet in the corner of the key. In my opinion, the best bet if you want new japanese technology is to get it on Dynamism.com. They will support the item as well (you don't want to have to ship a malfunctioning laptop back to japan it will probably cost half as much as the laptop). They do have much cooler stuff though years before we get it.
Answer 4 :
The keybord layout is different. But if he buy desktop, he can choose US keyboard. Anyway he should bring laptop from the US for the first time.
Answer 5 :
Computers are generally cheaper in North America. I think Canada's a little cheaper than the U.S. However, if he's into Japanese (language), it would be easier to get the right keyboard in Japan. He can get a typical English operating system in Japan, but it would be easier and more affordable to just do it in the U.S. Japan is great for electronics, but where you see the main differences is in gadgets, keitais (cell phones), cameras, stuff like that. Another benefit of getting one in the U.S. is that the warranty will be valid locally as opposed to in a country far away (assuming he comes back to the U.S.).
Answer 6 :
Is he going to live there ? Japan's power system is different. Their software is not likely to work on an American system. I would say it depends on how long he intends to stay there. Computers are NOT cheaper there.
Answer 7 :
He should purchase in the States where not only would it be cheaper, but he could acquire a system that meets his needs in English. Anyone purchasing a computer with Windows XP operating system has the option of allowing your computer to read and write in Japanese (among many other) languages, so if your brother is studying or can read Japanese, even a Dell computer with XP would be fine. The main problem would be service -- if he ever had a problem, finding a service center in Japan would be tough. Most likely he would have to send the computer back to the States for service, and possibly overseas use of a computer might not be covered under the warranty (have him ask about it) depending on the problem. Many Japanese computers, while capable of writing in English, are overpriced.
Answer 8 :
Purchase the computer in the US. If you do it in Japan you will get the Japanese OS. I know this for a fact since I lived there for about 14 years. Its also cheaper to get it in the US. Japanese OS = Japanese language and if you can read and write then by all means but if not...dont waste your money! Cheers!
Answer 9 :
I suggest he should buy in USA. In japan prices are much higher then rest of the world.
Answer 10 :
I got my laptop in Japan, at Aeon (イオン) it was 1000 bucks in USD...and it is just as good, maybe a bit better than usa pc's cause it opperate under japanese lanugage....and i like that better. But if he doesnt understand japanese, he best get one in the USA
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Sunday, March 7, 2010
What type of electrical outlets do they have in Japan
What type of electrical outlets do they have in Japan?
I am going to Tokyo, Japan for a month, and bringing with my laptop with me. However, I have two questions: 1) Are the electrical outlets in Japan the same as in the U.S. (and if not, is there a conversion cord or something equivalent readily availbable)? and 2) I have an extended stay apartment waiting for me, with cable internet connection--is it just ordinary U.S. cable cords? Or should I be expecting something different? Any advice on the subject would be appreciated, thanks so much!
Japan - 3 Answers
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Answer 1 :
1, Japan and US have the same type of outlet. But voltage is different. US is 120V while Japan is 100V. But laptop can usually be used no matter what voltage. Check its manual. If you need converter, you can buy it at airport or ordinary shops. 2, If you mean LAN cable, it's the same with US.
Answer 2 :
http://www.japan-guide.com/forum/quereadisplay.html?0+10569 As shown above, only American 3 prongs plug must be required to adapter for Japanese outlets where have only two holes. If you are nervous to voltage, try some cheap transformer sold at everywhere else. Otherwise, everything should be fine in standard. No problem and enjoy to stay PC life there.
Answer 3 :
the japanese plugs dont have the bottom ground wire hole, and they are 110 volts instead of 120 volts. My nintendo DS lite charger works in japan and USA, so your things that need a ground wire or need 120 volts will not work in japan. I think your laptop should work as long as it doesnt have the ground wire prong in it. Most japanese company laptops dont have it, like my fujitsu laptop and toshiba laptop dont have the prong, but my dell laptop does
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I am going to Tokyo, Japan for a month, and bringing with my laptop with me. However, I have two questions: 1) Are the electrical outlets in Japan the same as in the U.S. (and if not, is there a conversion cord or something equivalent readily availbable)? and 2) I have an extended stay apartment waiting for me, with cable internet connection--is it just ordinary U.S. cable cords? Or should I be expecting something different? Any advice on the subject would be appreciated, thanks so much!
Japan - 3 Answers
People's Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
Answer 1 :
1, Japan and US have the same type of outlet. But voltage is different. US is 120V while Japan is 100V. But laptop can usually be used no matter what voltage. Check its manual. If you need converter, you can buy it at airport or ordinary shops. 2, If you mean LAN cable, it's the same with US.
Answer 2 :
http://www.japan-guide.com/forum/quereadisplay.html?0+10569 As shown above, only American 3 prongs plug must be required to adapter for Japanese outlets where have only two holes. If you are nervous to voltage, try some cheap transformer sold at everywhere else. Otherwise, everything should be fine in standard. No problem and enjoy to stay PC life there.
Answer 3 :
the japanese plugs dont have the bottom ground wire hole, and they are 110 volts instead of 120 volts. My nintendo DS lite charger works in japan and USA, so your things that need a ground wire or need 120 volts will not work in japan. I think your laptop should work as long as it doesnt have the ground wire prong in it. Most japanese company laptops dont have it, like my fujitsu laptop and toshiba laptop dont have the prong, but my dell laptop does
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