After being the 1st to offer iPhones, now they are being the 1st to offer wide range of Android OS phones into Malaysia market. Well, it is a positive move I would say. These days, Android phones are becoming increasingly popular. Well, I admit that the earlier versions of Android phones were a bit funny looking & quite simple but as time goes by, they design is getting better too.

The main advantage for this phone it the OS itself. Android smart phones are as capable as any other smart phones in today’s market. This growth was quick & drastic. Most of us will even say Android phones instead of the brand, e.g. HTC phone, Sony Ericsson phone & so on. Many phone companies actively supports Android OS & this shows how popular Android is getting.

Alright, now, let’s get back to topic Well, what phones do Maxis offer? More info at here – http://maxis.com.my/personal/android/Android_Phones.asp

All this while, my house phone bill was not under my name. I thought of converting it to my name. Well, it includes Streamyx as well. Which means, both house line & Streamyx was under person A & I wanted to convert it to my name.

I’ve taken the forms from Menara TM & after getting all relevant document from the existing owner, I went to TM Point in Titiwangsa. Firstly, I was told that I can only transfer phone line & to transfer Streamyx, the existing owner must give an authorization letter. I just don’t understand that. Both Streamyx & phone bill was combined & it was under the same person. Why do I need to get a separate letter just to transfer Streamyx? Well, that was ridiculous for me.

Then I proceed with changing the phone line’s ownership 1st. While going through the process, the staff told another thing. I need to make payment…………wait, this is not my complaint. My frustration came in when she told me that I have to come again after few days after ownership transfer is done. Which means, I have to go through the queue, waiting for number, waste my time…all over again. I asked whether I can pay using other method or make payment now. Unfortunately I do not have any other option. That is terrible.

Third hassle was when I was told that my Streamyx will be disconnected until the ownership transfer is successful. It will be reconnected after that IF THERE ARE STILL EMPTY PORTS AVAILABLE. I cannot terminate & I cannot use it now. So what is the purpose of having it?

Everything was done (this was Friday) & I left the place. On Monday, I went back to make the payment after received a call from TM. I paid RM95 for the ownership transfer & this guy named Azizan attended. I am not sure whether this guy have problem or what. He was just damn blardy rude. I told him my intention & he told back, “Oh, so you nak buat payment lah! ” Don’t TM provide proper training for their staff on how to be polite & professional? This unmannerly guy was using the word “you, yOU & YOU” all the way. Come on TM, this is not the way to treat your customers.

Alright, leave it aside. Once payment etc done, I was told another shocking news by this bugger. Looks like I need to come again to TM Point after 3 days. Why? To connect back my Streamyx. What the heck is that? Can’t it be done automatically? Why do I need to go there again? To press the button to on Streamyx? Why are their procedures is such a hassle?

I asked that staff, “Do I need to come to activate Streamyx or the owner must come?” He told me that I can go & activate. This happened today, which is Monday. I am without Streamyx for the past 4 days & now another 3 days. All together will be 7 days. Is TM going to minus off the fee for the days I am unable to use Streamyx?

The staffs can’t provide an answer to any of my questions. Who else can answer me?

Hi folks. If you are wondering what is DiGi online store all about, let me explain to you. The concept is like a shopping cart where purchase products via online, using your credit card & the product will be delivered to your home.

I would say that it is still on a beta stage. There are not much products available at the moment. What can you buy from shop.digi.com.my? They sell mainly phones & also their prepaid products such as prepaid sim packs & prepaid internet. All will be couriered to your home (or the address that you state).

Delivery is only within Malaysia & no self collect method available. The postage is free (or is it included? ), so you only need to pay the price of the product.

As for payment, AMEX, Diners, JCB & other credit cards which are supported by paypal can be used. What if I do not have a credit card? No worries, you can also use a debit card but only from CIMB or Maybank. For credit cards, it mainly involves PayPal. Which means, you need to have a PayPal account with your credit card linked there.  For debit card, you must have online banking account with your bank.

I’ve tested & it is quite user friendly. You can check your purchase status by entering the transaction number or your email address. Email address plays an important role here because in case the product could not be delivered, you WILL ONLY BE NOTIFIED by email. No other ways to notify you.

I suggest you to try it out. It is a nice try. If you have any questions, can post it here or you can refer to http://shop.digi.com.my/

Cheers guys

Hi guys. A recent rumour (or is it true?) of iphone 4G makes me feel exited, but it did not last for long. I just had some doubt which killed my excitement. Will this phone be released in Malaysia anytime soon?

I personally feel that it is not going to officially be here any time soon. Firstly, the 4G factor. Is 4G stands for the network term like 2G & 3G? If yes, then this will be a main reason not to expect this baby here. Even the 3G is still being expanded & not up to par. At this time, can you expect 4G service to be here in Malaysia?

Secondly, the micro sim factor. I read in one of the tech blog that iphone 4G is using micro sim instead of standard sim. Does this mean that telcos need to produce new micro sim if they want to release this phone here? Or do they cut the existing sim to make it fit to the slot? Secondly, does this means more sim are going to get damaged  because users try to DIY a micro sim to fit this iphone 4G?

By the way, is the rumour true in the 1st place? Is that actually an iPhone? Why am I asking this question? Firstly, it has a removable back compartment. I thought one of iPhone’s speciality is  the non-removable compartments, no?

Another thing is, it also has a front camera? It is for video call? Doesn’t it violate the regulations in US? I thought that the reason Blackberry & iPhone doesn’t have a front cam is for a reason, no?

Well, guys……I guess I need some good night sleep. Otherwise I am not going to end asking questions like this.

Let’s wait & see what iPhone actually comes up with. Meanwhile, enjoy some readings & videos below.

Reading :

1) Gizmodo

2)  Engadget

Video :

Hi folks. Good news to all of you. DiGi has revamped their existing Smart Plan to benefit its users more. In their previous smart plan which was RM58, many Blackberry users were complaining that they cannot do tethering & when they use diginet as their APN, they were being charged for PAYU. Things will never be the same with their new Smart Plan.

Now, you can do tethering. Yes, you read that right. You can do tethering. Not only that, you will not be charged for PAYU anymore…..and all this is just for an additional RM10. Yeah, you read it right again

The new plan which is only RM68, is for Blackberry users to use their internet freely without any restriction. Furthermore, this is not only for Blackberry but any users who just want to have a internet connection for their phone but do not really make calls.

Below is a screenshot :

Not only that, for those who wanted to buy a Blackberry Bold 9700 but missed the chance at the roadshow, you are not going to miss it again. DiGi has publicly launched their Bold 9700 at an affordable rate (refer to screenshot above).

Not only that, they also offer HTC phone (currently HTC Legend) for a discounted price for 12 or 24 months subscription. The rates are definitely affordable & I am sure that nobody is going to complain this time

What if I am currently using the old Smart Plan RM58? If this question crosses your mind, I have an answer for that too. You can upgrade to the new plan anytime even though  you are on a Smart Plan 58 contract. You contract will continue under this new plan after upgrading.  Another thing folks, please take note that effective today, DiGi is no longer offering the old Smart Plan RM58.

Would you like to know more, please click here.

ADD ON :

Here is an advert from DiGi. Damn cool.

Internet was EXPENSIVE all this while for prepaid users in Malaysia, but thanks to Hotlink, prepaid users can now access internet for an affordable rate.

Although this might not be useful for hardcore users, but mobile internet for as low as RM18 per month is something to look at for somebody who just checks emails & Facebook on the go (of course, once in a while). This plan might be suitable for those who already have internet access at home but need to check emails just once in a while when they are outside.

Below is a screenshot, taken from Hotlink website :

This is something that I will definitely consider if I am using a prepaid plan. Although it is not the best, but it is a good start. I hope that other telcos will come up with something more affordable for prepaid users as well.

It is quite often I hear this from people nowadays. Many have complained about this to me. It is good that I got to know about it but as I hear this very often, I am just wondering, “how many people out there who don’t know anything about this?”

Do you have any idea on Celcom’s new dirty tricks in the market today? My friend told me that recently he was passing by a Celcom booth where the agents were giving free sim cards. As it was just another FREE sim card, then my friend thought why not just take it. All the agents told him was it is a free sim card & he only needs to fill up a form.

Everything was done & my friend went back. There was nothing suspicious & everything was ok until he received a sms in the night (same day). The content of the sms was, his porting out from DiGi to Celcom was successful. That was a great shock to him. The moment he saw the message, he immediately called DiGi CS but it was too late. Everything has been completely switched to Celcom.

Unfortunately he lost his credit (about nearly RM100) because all credits will be forfeited when porting out is done. Not only that, his DiGi plan is also gone & when he tried switching back to DiGi, he couldn’t get back that plan anymore as the plan was no longer offered. That was a great loss for him.

So, folks, we learn from mistakes & it is not necessarily from our very own mistakes. We can also learn from others. So please avoid filling up any forms which is unclear or if they give you free sim cards for no reasons, just throw it back to their face & walk off.

Sharing is caring, & I hope that I’ve shared a good message with all of you

That’s all from me this time. Cheers to all of you & happy always.

I’ve just received an e-mail from Maxis. Good news folks. Looks like Maxis is currently giving out an offer for their broadband package. What is the requirement? All you need is to be a Maxis customer

This offer is only till 30th April 2010. Below is a screenshot of what I’ve received :

Quite attractive……….compared to their previous prices. This new price will definitely be a good offer for Maxis customers who do not wish to subscribe to other telco’s broadband plans.

Not only that you are getting a free modem, you will also get another gift . See below :

Would you like to know more? Click here.