Maxis is clearing their stocks of iPhone 3GS real fast … both the 16GB and 32GB are out of stock in Penang and lots of other states. So what do we expect?
… THAT MAXIS LAUNCH THE iPHONE 4 NOW!
Sorry guys, the iPhone 4 will not be here until end of Sept (Check keeekeee comments on my chat box). Rumour is flying high that Maxis is taking pre-order only from 13 Sept.
WHY IS MAXIS DELAYING THE LAUNCH SINCE THEY HAVE CLEARED STOCKS OF THEIR iPHONE 3GS?
Is the delay connected to the rumour that Apple will release a REVISED iPHONE 4 without the antenna issue on Sept 30. Check out the report from Apple Mexican CanalMX (Via MacRumors) on the upcoming iPhone 4 release. If we are going to get the revised iPhone 4, I don’t mind waiting. How about you?
There is a NEW update for the Apple’s mobile OS. Version 4.1 is expected to offer stability and conformity for the 3G iPhone’s. It is supposed to support a new and mysterious device that has yet to be announced. Could it be the new iTV?
Most of the issues like speed and numerous errors are to be ironed out in this new version.
Apple went ahead and added one nasty little surprise — a jailbreak watermark. What it does is that it will check the phone to see if it is jailbroken. If it is, it a digital watermark is left behind and is retained even after a complete re-install of the firmware. Apple service reps can easily discover the watermark when performing iPhone repair work. If a watermark is present, you can say bye-bye to any help from Apple — even for a fee. But I believe those great jailbreaker creators can work around the watermark issue and once again allow your new iPhone 4 to be jaibroken!
Simultaneously with Hong Kong, HTC introduced HTC Aria™ in Malaysia. This pocket-sized dynamo packs a punch with a 5-megapixel camera, a bright 3.2 inch HVGA display, and offers users Android smartphone functionality in an amazingly easy-to-carry design.
HTC Aria features the acclaimed HTC Sense experience, which automatically delivers the most-wanted information by bringing it to the forefront of the mobile experience. Featuring the latest version of HTC Sense, HTC Aria offers even more ways to stay connected, including Friend Stream, which delivers Facebook, Twitter and Flickr updates in a single, consolidated view.
“Its unique combination of compact size and beautiful design instantly separates HTC Aria from the pack of ‘me-too’ smartphones,” said Jack Tong, vice president of HTC Asia Pacific. “But what really differentiates HTC Aria from other smartphones is the acclaimed HTC Sense experience. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC Aria organizes all of your communications in the most human way possible – by person.”
DIGI will be the first to offer this sleek and affordable Android handheld to all their customers. A full selection of the newest and most popular Google services can be accessed with HTC Aria. This includes Google search, Google Maps, Google Maps Navigation, Gmail, YouTube and more. With Android Market, customers can also choose from more than 70,000 applications to further personalize the mobile experience.
Along with being ultra-small at just over 10cm long and weighing a mere 115g (battery included), HTC Aria’s seamless wrap-around soft-touch back cover eliminates sharp edges, making HTC Aria exceptionally convenient to carry and comfortable to hold as well.
The new HTC Aria is available at all authorized resellers at a suggested retail price of RM 1,799*. Availability at DiGi Centres and DiGi Specialised Stores will be in early September 2010. Standard retail HTC Aria package will come with a 2GB microSD™ card.
HTC has brought in Josh Lai, the multi-talented artiste, as its ambassador for the HTC Wildfire in Malaysia. Looks like HTC is seriously pushing the Android series in Malaysia. They should, as the Android OS phones are the only challengers that can fight off Apple’s iPhone from dominating the mobile phone scene.
Josh Lai, HTC Wildfire Ambassador:
“To be associated with a leading smartphone innovator brand like HTC is truly an honour. The HTC Wildfire is the perfect digital companion in my hectic social lifestyle and has brought my friends closer to me everywhere I go, despite my busy daily schedule of photo shoots and appearances.”
Even before Lai discovered his passion for singing, he was already a force to be reckoned with in the modeling and acting industry with an impressive portfolio of appearances in Malaysia’s top fashion and lifestyle magazines, TVCs and drama series. This multi-talented artiste is set to wow new fans with his debut mini album, which not only showcases his singing prowess, but also his songwriting skills.
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SK Wong, Country Manager of HTC Malaysia:
“With Josh’s talents and appeal, we are glad to have him join us at HTC as the ambassador for the HTC Wildfire. In many ways, his passion and dedication towards his art reflects HTC’s philosophy of developing innovative smartphones. We hope that through him we will be able to bring the HTC experience to a wider audience.”
“There are other manufacturers who are beginning to adopt the Android operating system. However, we believe that HTC currently offers the most comprehensive line-up of Android smartphones (as we were) the first to enter the Android market plus our commitment to this platform. Today as we continue to lead the growth in the Android market, everyone has come to expect innovative high-quality phones from HTC as well as great after-sales support.”
News is flooding the internet that the HTC’s Desire handset will be updated in October. The upgrade will challenge Apple head on! The new Desire will ship with the newer version of Android, 2.2, and an improved camera, up to 8mp from 5mp.
It is reported to come with a slightly larger 4.3” touchscreen rather than the current version’s 3.7”. It would offer HD video playback as well as 720p video capture.
For those who refuse to use the iPhone, the HTC DESIRE is the one you are looking for.
Walter S. Mossberg aka the BIG “W”, has a good write-up on his usage of iPhone 4. Click hereto read his full review.
Walt Mossberg : “After my six weeks of constant use of two iPhone 4s, I still believe it is, overall, the best device in its class, for reasons including its ultra high-resolution screen; easy, integrated video calling; slick software; strong battery life; a remarkably thin body; and a world-beating selection of 225,000 third-party apps.
As for reception, I am sticking with my initial conclusions. I have found that in areas with average or strong AT&T coverage and capacity, the iPhone performs better than its predecessor and about as well as other AT&T smartphones I’ve recently tested. It still drops too many calls for my taste on AT&T’s heavily stressed network, which has experienced a stunning 5,000% rise in data traffic since the iPhone’s introduction in 2007. That data traffic reduces the network’s ability to handle voice calls…. MORE “
On behalf of HTC, we would like to share with you an upcoming workshop about the Android operating system called Android Garage. The Android Garage is a free intensive workshop dedicated to teach everyone from the beginners to experts all about the Android platform. Even for current HTC user, they can learn more about their handheld as the local HTC team and experts will be present to provide them with help.
The details for the Android Garage are as follows:
Date: Saturday, 14th August 2010
Time: 11:00am – 4:00pm
Venue: White Box,
MAP KL Art Gallery,
Level G2-01, Block A5, Solaris Dutamas,
1, Jalan Dutamas 1, 50480 Kuala Lumpur
Map: http://bit.ly/SolarisMap
The Android Garage is a workshop that will be based on two tracks which are:
Track 1: [Noobs] Introduction to the Android Platform & Application Discussion
Newbie? No worries, join us for this class and we will share with you all the cool history of Android and why this is the way of the future for mobile handhelds. This session will also cover basic overview of what you can do with your Android handheld. For those who would like to learn more from the Android masters on how to do cool things with your Android handheld, we will share experiences, best ways to maximize your phone usage and more
Track 2: [Geeks] Advance Android: Platform Development
Already a pro? Thinking of developing your own apps? What better way to learn than from Code Android Malaysia – our very own elite team of Android developers. Enroll for this track to learn how to can play a part to change the future of the mobile handheld industry.
IF INTERESTED CLICK HERE TO ENROL FOR THE FREE WORKSHOP.
For those who wish to be among the first batch of iPhone 4 owners in Malaysia, you can now register at the DIGI or Maxissite here.
I believe it will come together with the Bumper as I doubt Malaysians will get theirs with the hardware antenna fix. Apple has yet to announce of such new production.
THE QUESTION NOW HERE IS: WHO IS LAUNCHING THE iPHONE 4 FIRST IN MALAYSIA?
Microsoft has signed deals with Dell, Asus, LG, HTC, and Samsung and they are planning on releasing devices using Microsoft’s Windows Phone 7 OS. Expect to see the new releases later this year.
I hope Microsoft can catch up with the likes of iOS4 and Android OS phones. It might be tough but better late than never.
Below is a screenshot of IE on Windows Phone 7. Though much improved on the new OS, it doesn’t support Flash, Silverlight or HTML5. Probably when it’s released it will have everything.
The first few persons to get the iPads at the Singapore launch yesterday, were Carole Kwang, Richard Lee, and Korean Han Seung Yong. You can see the joy in their faces … not forgetting the one with the rather big big YAWWWNNN!
iPAD, iPHONE etc command a kind of attraction not found in other devices and products. The June 23rd launching of the iPads in Singapore created a lot of fanfare where people waited in queue just to buy one unit. That’s the Apple sensation for all its “i” products.
Singapore is one of nine countries to get the iPad this time. The iPad will be available in three models – 16GB, 32GB and 64GB with either Wi-Fi or 3G version.
Prices are:
S$728 for a Wi-Fi 16GB iPad
S$1,228 for a 3G 64GB iPad
Whatever the bad publicity on the iPhone 4 antenna problem, it has not affected the sales of the iPads. Apple had already shipped 3.27 millions iPads.
