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Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

hafiz — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:45:31 -0000

My experience in with Apple Japan (not malaysia):
1. If the iphone is broken Apple will replace with new one on the spot, they not gonna repair it. My senior iphone always hang, he went to apple store and they give a him a new one without asking too much question. I myself own ipod touch. I went to apple store as my ipod cannot charge, they give me a new one also plus the warranty also extended 1 month.

Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

gee — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 12:03:30 -0000

hi Ben,

how did you buy the iphone from US? i m interested.

Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

Ben — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 10:37:53 -0000

I got a 16gb iphone 3G shipped in from the US for RM1900 including shipping. Then easily jailbroken and unlocked using Pwnage and yellowsn0w. Much better deal this way i reckon.

Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

Tony — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 06:43:02 -0000

Respect Colin,
Your words express my true feelings.
I do appreciate what you have wrote here.
I have been support MAXIS for so long tot of waiting for IPHONE such a long time. FYI, before MAXIS announce the package, I knows MAXIS going to launch IPHONE in past 8 months. Therefore I wait and wait ... MAXIS really makes me DOWN! I called and quarrel with those top management but no prevail.
Most MAXIS loyalty customers guarantee stick with MAXIS service no matter what plan it is, but the result out is IPHONE which MAXIS selling is far more expensive then we get from others.
you try ask yourself... if your IPHONE having problems. Do you think MAXIS personal will attend you 1st?
they sure ask you to get a number sit down.. wait for your turn. Once you're at the counter they will check this and tat. The worst let you wait couple of week until the problems solve. SO what you get was an "Idiotic"-PHONE

Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

Nin — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 10:57:41 -0000

Oh btw, I just saw the iPhone ad on the local tv here.. lol
Never thought I live to see the day an apple ad on the local tv here...
Koool!!! But still maxis, too pricey!

Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

Nin — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 10:55:23 -0000

I hate to be a FanBoy... but with Macs, things just... work.. ALOT better.. (oh boy here comes the Redmont team) lol

Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

Reno — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 09:52:39 -0000

I have to agree with Nin: Windows Mobile devices never, ever play well with Windows computers. The irony of it.

Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

Nin — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 02:45:44 -0000

I've tried almost every smartphone out there.. from Palm, Backberry, LG, Samsung, SonyE, HTC to Nokia E series (PHEW! my family is gadget crazed).. I can say with confidence, despite the lack of some important features on the iPhone, it is by far the easiest and most fun pda+media+phone device out there. (we currently have 2 jb iphones n a couple of ipods around)

We have Macs and PC's in the house and find that the iphone does play well with Windows. The same can't be said for the palm, windows mobile and symbian OS =(

Anyway, back to the topic. I agree with sHin0bi. I love to get my hands on the iPhone, but seriously Maxis, the plan package is just too dang expensive, especially for something thats about to be updated in less than 4 months! I don't think I'll b ready too cough out that much money that soon (KA-CHING! KA-CHING!) =O lol

Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

sHin0bi — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 22:43:01 -0000

well i definitely wont buy anything from maxis... coz its just way too expensive...

the reason i got the iPhone is simply becoz i dun wan to carry 2 things around with me everytime... like a phone and ipod... iphone was the solution.

3.0 coming. <3

Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

Nin — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 12:07:35 -0000

Oh, one more thing, this is the website with some reliable Mac buying advice

http://www.macrumors.com/

Check out their buyer's guide
iPhone > Don't buy - Updates soon

Nice going Maxis. A little too late. But thanks anyway.. lol

Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

Nin — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 12:00:47 -0000

iPhone 3G update...

As much as I want the iPhone.. this launch is a little 'late'. Here's my reason why I might not just yet get myself an iPhone:

1. According to my very trusted mac sources, Apple will be releasing a major revision for the iPhone software (iPhone 3.0) sometime in July this year 2009.

2. Theres also speculation of a possible major release of an updated iPhone (updated hardware with duo processor, better camera, higher wifi spec.. etc). This IS a major major hardware update.

oh BTW, the iPhone 3.0 software update does support MMS, copy paste, bluetooth, internet teethering etc. So if you're already booked your iPhone with Maxis, dont worry the current iPhone 3G is fully compatible with the upcoming 3.0 update!

Anyway, just to update everyone. Either way, whether you choose to buy now, wait or just ignore the iPhone.. its up to you.

Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

Reno — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 03:46:38 -0000

Colin!

When I received a pingback from your site, I decided to just make a brief stop. Nice article you had there, and I stayed on longer than expected.

So, the name Colin Charles sounds familiar, and I did a check and your contact was actually in my phonebook. Ah ha...you are a happy iPhone 3G camper, since Jan this year. :)

PS : The Spring Sale pricing has already been revised recently (before the Maxis launch) to RM2,799 (UP RM2,999) for a factory unlocked 16GB. FYI.

Cheers,
Reno

Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

Soon — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 00:08:10 -0000

I think the price of iphone 3g selling in lowyat are must more expensive than those selling in lelong.com.my

For those who want to buy iphone 3g 8G/16G you can consider to buy from lelong. for 8G software unlock are selling RM2350 ++ 8G with apple official unlock (maybe from HK) are selling at RM24++, 16G software unlock are selling from RM2500++ - RM2600++ then 16G apple official unlock (maybe from HK) are selling between RM2700++ to RM2800++

i personally recommend pdagear at lelong, you can try to contact some other seller WHICH are VERIFIED by Lelong to get the set via COD (cash on delivery) or personally go to subang square and call this guy MR Fong 017 3440 339.

Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

shahrul — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 10:51:00 -0000

Hi, first time posting...

About the 24 months contract and the i-value 2 plan, I've paid about the same amount with Celcom (RM50 + RM99(3G)) + etc) ~ RM155. And I've been using Celcom for almost 2 years now so for me its not really a negative factor in buying a phone. So for me I just subtract the monthly payment from the cost of buying the phone (now).

Though I wonder whether I would push the 1GB data limit, have to try that for a month a just see since psychology speaking we tend to use something more when its new. If not the RM99 unlimited plan is the way to go *shudders*

The RM1640+RM620 is a bit expensive to pay on day of purchase but you do get back the advance payment (after 6 months). And of course the ever looming question whether its really worth it to get an iphone. The easiness of Internet Browsing and the availability of free apps (or paid ones for that matter) for the phone are big plusses for me.

I also own a Touch and the music, movies, TV shows and podcasts is a must with me. How many phones have that and at that price point? Sony? Blackberry? Nokia?

Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

nia — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 19:35:47 -0000

hehehe… you all got fooled by Apple. Ridiculous phone with even ridiculous price tag.

Here in japan, iPhone don’t make a hit at all. People won’t buy this phone because its not so high tech compared to Japan made phones. People just don't like it here.

So, what Apple do in japan to boost sales? They packed with very low price! Only around 300 yen/month for 12 months contract. Do the math. Its almost free.

Again, you all got fooled by Apple if you bought one.

Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

Bryan — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 04:41:38 -0000

I gave myself 8 reasons why iPhone+Maxis will fail in Malaysia.

Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

Eric — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 01:09:04 -0000

For me i love tis phone very much but.....
1st i won't buy tis phone rite now cox it doesn't support Mms n bluetooth.
2nd the price really cost expensive compare it from singapore n australia.
3rd I will wait for the 3rd generation tat will be launch it soon on 17th Mar 2009. Why dun wait for tat since it more stable compare the 2nd generation.
For me i will buy it from cambodia rather buy from Maxis its much cheaper.

Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

kew — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 09:12:29 -0000

I thought my post on this topic was long, looks like yours longer.. hahaha...

Anyway, as hip as the iphone is, the price is still turning me off... Looking at our neighbours, like Singapore and Thailand, Maxis deal is the most expensive...

Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

Tom — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 06:23:02 -0000

Thanks Colin for such a good overview. I'm tempted to sign in but Iphone + Digi 3G is sound very promising....

Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

Calvin F — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 03:42:47 -0000

I agree that this is a bit too expensive too late.... I expect Maxis to revise their rates a few months down the road...I got mine, a 2G unlocked model (8Gig), almost 1-and-a-half year ago for RM 2100 at Low Yat Plaza, when it was still such an overly hyped phone. One thing i have to say though, is the phone's built is rather sturdy. I have yet to encounter any problem with it. And i've dropped it on hard surfaces countless of times...not even a scratch! I guess when you buy an Apple product, one thing you can be assured of is the high quality and reliability of the product. Unlike Nokia phones...maybe that's why there are so many repair shops catering to Nokia models...come to think of it.

Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

byte — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 01:40:11 -0000

Have you seen data plans on DiGi or Celcom, in terms of price comparison?

Do you also know the service quality of Maxis 3G? Its pretty abysmal.

Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

byte — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 01:38:34 -0000

Limited data charges. And why not just pick up a unit from Low Yat or iWorld or something? At least your soul isn't bound for n-period of time for a contract?

Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

Robb — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 01:12:27 -0000

omfg!!! it's here!!! i've been thinking of data plans and i think maxis is offering a good one to be honest. :)

Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

Ron Chow — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 00:22:57 -0000

Finally it is in town... Need to go book me one.

Have been in the market for a phone since yonks and now I get what i want.

Anyone care to join me? it's only about RM150 per month (inclusive of data charges)

Re: Should you buy an iPhone 3G from Maxis?

Ron Chow — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 00:21:49 -0000

Finally it is in town... Need to go book me one.

Have been in the market for a phone since yonks and now I get what i want.

Anyone care to join me? it's only about RM