Technicity 2 - Yohan Perera

Technicity

Setting up the HNB IPG for a Non-Profit Organization

I worked for a well-known non-profit in Colombo for seven years before retiring early due to personal reasons. One of my key accomplishments during that time was helping the organization set up an Internet Payment Gateway in partnership with Hatton National Bank, a project I continue to maintain to this day. This blog post is…

An open silver laptop, likely a MacBook Pro, is shown at an angle on a dark surface. The screen is illuminated and displays a vibrant abstract wallpaper with shades of orange, yellow, and blue, suggesting the macOS operating system. The keyboard is black, and the trackpad is large. The laptop's lid is open at a wide angle, and the overall perspective is from above, looking down onto the device. The background is dark and indistinct, highlighting the laptop.

Tried Sequoia, Stuck with Sonoma

Back in the 90s, home computer users didn’t think much about system updates. Operating systems and software, now called ‘apps,’ weren’t constantly pushing notifications at us. Even if there were updates, most of us ignored them, especially with slow, expensive dial-up internet. Fast-forward to 2024, and updates are no longer optional—they’ve become a ‘necessary evil,’…

A person with voluminous, curly brown hair is featured against a solid turquoise background. They are holding two golden, coin-like objects, one over each eye, as if they are looking through them. The coins appear to have a design that resembles a cryptocurrency symbol, possibly a Bitcoin. The person is smiling slightly and looking upwards, conveying a sense of amusement or intrigue. They are wearing a white t-shirt.

Beware: Eclipse Earn, the Cryptocurrency Investment Scam

Cryptocurrency scams are nothing new, but the “Eclipse Earn” is by far the most convincing I’ve encountered. I discovered it on October 26, 2024, though I can’t remember exactly how I came across it. Unfortunately, the website linked to the scam is no longer active. However, I captured screenshots of everything connected to the scam,…

A close-up view of the back panel of a white network device, likely a router or switch, with several Ethernet cables plugged into its ports. The ports are labeled "eth0," "eth1," "eth2," and "LAN." The indicator lights next to the active Ethernet ports are glowing green, indicating network activity. Several dark-colored Ethernet cables, along with one orange cable, are visible plugged into the ports. Other ports like "USB 2.0" and "COM" are also visible.

3 Essential Rules for Securing Your Own “.LK” Domain Name

Since securing my first .ORG domain name back in the year 2004 which is still active up to this day, I have registered hundreds if not thousands of generic top-level domain (gTLD) names (.COM, .NET, INFO, .MEDIA, .ME) as well as country code top-level domain (ccTLD) names (.AU, .IN, .SG, .LK) for a large number…

A cluttered wooden desk is depicted with a variety of electronic devices and office supplies. In the foreground, a smartphone displays a large digital clock reading "16 18" (4:18 PM). The phone is connected via a white cable to a power strip mounted on a blue wall. The power strip has multiple outlets, some occupied by white and black adapters. To the right of the phone, a silver laptop is open and running, its screen showing a web page. Various other items are scattered around the desk, including a black external hard drive, colorful cables, scissors, and a small potted plant. The scene appears to be an indoor workspace.

Transforming an old Huawei Nova Lite into a Digital Clock

If you’re anything like my mom, you might find yourself waking up in the middle of the night and checking the time before trying to drift back to sleep. While a flashlight by your bedside can be handy, it often ends up lost under the sheets or pillows, or she forgets to charge it. To…

A person with dark skin is holding a white DJI Mini 2 drone in their right hand, with the drone's propellers folded. The drone's camera gimbal is clearly visible, facing forward. In the blurred background, a silver Apple MacBook laptop is open on a wooden surface, and several drone batteries and other accessories are scattered behind it.

DJI Mini 2 Review: Compact Yet Powerful

The DJI Mini 2 despite being an entry-level drone is compact in size and lightweight in load and packs an impressive punch. It’s designed to appeal to both beginners and experienced drone enthusiasts, combining ease of use with powerful features. The Mini 2 manages to offer a versatile flying experience without compromising on performance, making…

A 3D rendering of the Google Photos icon, featuring a white square with rounded corners and a colorful pinwheel design composed of red, yellow, green, and blue triangles, floating against a solid green background.

4 Reasons “Google Photos” Wins My Heart

Since the launch of the Kyocera VP-210 (Visual Phone) in 1999, known as the first commercially available camera phone, phone cameras have come a long way. According to Google’s Gemini, the best cameras today are found in the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max, Google Pixel 8 Pro, and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra. However, even the…

A white box for "Dialog Television ViU Hub 2.0" featuring a colorful geometric design and product details, with the black ViU Hub 2.0 device partially visible, rests on a black and white world map desk mat.

Review: Dialog Television ViU Hub 2.0

I published this post about Dialog Television ViU Hub 2.0 for two significant reasons. Firstly, I found that the existing reviews are biased and unreliable, often resembling paid endorsements rather than genuine user experiences. This raised concerns about their credibility and usefulness for potential buyers seeking honest insights. Secondly, my recent upgrade to the Dialog…

A low-light, close-up shot of a smartphone screen displaying a grid of colorful app icons. The screen is the brightest element against a dark background, making the icons appear to glow slightly. Some recognizable app icons include Gmail, Instagram, and a camera icon. The bottom navigation bar with a home icon and a menu icon is also visible.

5 Solid Reasons to Factory Reset Your Smart Device

Let’s admit it. Nobody wants to reset their smart devices because setting them up again is a pain! I bought my current smartphone in 2020 and had never performed a factory reset on it until recently. The device was underperforming, but I was not ready to set up 20+ Google Accounts, reinstall and configure 25…

A red metal lattice telecommunications tower is topped with multiple antennas and equipment, silhouetted against a plain, overcast sky. Various rectangular panel antennas and smaller stick-like antennas are mounted on different levels of the tower's structure.

My Two Cents on Dialog “Suraksha”

If you do not know what it is, Dialog “Suraksha” (which means “safeguard”) is a zero-configuration parental control service introduced by Dialog Axiata, available to Dialog Mobile and Home Broadband customers free of charge. The service has two main features: data restriction and real-time location tracking. I decided to test the service because I can…