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There are basically two types of iPod malfunctions; hardware based and software based. Identifying which your iPod is suffering from can sometimes be a complicated task but there are a few things you can look for.

Hardware problems are most commonly due to a hard drive failure. Just as with a computer the hard drive inside the iPod is very delicate and being constantly shaken the connectors inside can come loose. The most common tell of an iPod hard drive malfunction is a clicking sound, or a high pitched spinning sound. If your iPod is showing these symptoms there isn't much that can be done besides replacing the hard drive. Replacing an iPod hard drive can be a very delicate task which I highly advise you against attempting. Taking apart the iPod can result in short circuiting the main board or breaking the delicate connectors. In any case for the price of an iPod hard drive you can get yourself a second hand iPod and save yourself the hassle.

The other common iPod hardware malfunction is due to water damage. If your iPod was exposed to water whether it was the rain or it was dropped in the toilet the chances of survival are minimal. The first thing you should do is put it on a dry towel and leave it in a warm area for at least 48 hours. If after 48 hours your iPod still does not turn on it is beyond repairable. Water damage is not covered under warranty either, so again your best option will simply be to purchase a new iPod or get a used one on eBay.

Software errors are most commonly identified by a warning error on the iPod screen preventing you from successfully starting the iPod. If you iPod constantly resets itself it can also be a sign of a software malfunction.

The first thing you should try is to reset the iPod. Turn the 'hold' switch on and off and then hold the play and menu buttons simultaneously for 10 seconds. You will see the Apple logo signifying the iPod is resetting itself. If the warning sign is still there you can attempt a factory reset.

The factory reset will erase everything on the iPod and attempt to restore the factory settings. To do this you must connect your iPod to the computer and open iTunes. Click on the iPod logo and look for the option 'restore'. The process can take a few minutes.

If a factory restore does not fix your iPod, it is probably due to a hardware failure. Determining what type of error can be complicated and would require opening the iPod. If it is under warranty take it to a certified Apple technician, if not once again consider buying a new iPod.

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When Malaysian businessman Tony Fernandes launched a no-frills, low-cost airline in 2002 with only two planes, few people realised the effect it would have. From only four routes, Air Asia set off a low-fare revolution that changed the face of the airline industry in the region. It is a stunning success story and now has 35 aircraft and flies millions of passengers across south-east Asia every year.

If you want to book a ticket with a low-cost carrier, the first trick is to find out which airlines serve your intended route. With lower advertising budgets than traditional airlines, this is often quite difficult. For your convenience we have listed the major budget carriers serving the two prime destinations - Singapore, Thailand.

Singapore:

The major budget carriers operating to and from this island state are JetStar Asia and Tiger Airways. JetStar Asia covers most major destinations in south-east asia, as well as Bangalore and Kolkata in India.

Tiger Airways covers Bangkok and Phuket in Thailand, Macau, and Padang in Indonesia. It is the only budget carrier direct to Vietnam from Singapore and the only budget choice to Australia, flying from Singapore to Darwin).

Thailand:

The three main operators in Thailand are Thai Air Asia, Nok Air and One-Two-Go. Thai AirAsia was launched in January 2004. Based primarily in Bangkok, the airline serves Thailand's major domestic destinations, as well as Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Kota Kinabalu), Singapore, Macau, Xiamen and Hanoi.

Nok Air, a subsidiary of Thai Airways International, flies from Bangkok to domestic destinations such as Phuket, Chiang Mai, Hat Yai and Udon Thani. One-Two-Go covers the major domestic routes within Thailand with fixed-price tickets.

As the number of people flying has increased, so has the demand for hotel accommodation and other products. Both Thailand and Singapore hotels are experiencing boom times as more people can afford to visit.

Chris Bonds is a consultant for HotelTravel.com - a leading international online travel information and hotel reservations service offering discounted hotel rates in top destinations world wide. Visit http://www.hoteltravel.com for additional travel information.

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