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Monday 2 June 2014

WWDC 2014

[Source] WWDC 2014

Ok, the most anticipated event of the year is finally here. In just less 20 minutes to be exact. Being the spotlight event of the year, Apple is believed by most of the tech blogs to be introducing few other products rather than just iPhones, iPads, and MacBooks. This is definitely a good thing because it's been 4 whole years since Apple introduced iPad to the world, which totally changed the tablet market around the world.

So, what to expect from WWDC2014?

Well first thing first, it's going to be iOS 8, which already has a banner hung up at the event venue.

[Source] iOS 8

We know for sure iOS 8 is going to be the one thing that current iPhone and iPad users want to know most from the event. We've seen rumours about it from many tech blogs, which I personally think is trustable. Well, we'll have to wait and see.

Further updates will come after the event. Stay tuned for more reviews.

Sunday 27 October 2013

iPhone 5S/5C in Malaysia

Yea, like I've mentioned previously, iPhone 5S/5C will be hitting our shores on Oct 31 (less than 5 days). But not much has been published by our telcos on the price of the them. Since the Malaysia Apple Online Store was updated with other apple online stores worldwide right after the launch of iPad Air, the prices of both iPhone 5S and iPhone 5C are revealed.

Here are the prices:

[Source] iPhone 5S

[Source] iPhone 5C

A little disappointment with the new prices set by the store for iPhone 5S, I was expecting the same price as iPhone 5 when it was launched. It has increased RM 200 for the 16GB version, RM 250 for both the 32GB and 64GB version as compared to the price last year, which was RM 2,199, RM 2,399, and RM 2,799. It might have something to do with the weak Malaysia Currency, well that's what I guess. I wonder if there's anyone who's gonna purchase the iPhones from the online store as the "Available to ship" is currently unavailable, so I'd sugggest you guys to get it from Maxis.

Well, around 2 weeks have past since I've signed the ROI of iPhone from Maxis, I have not received any information there after, but one of my friends, who is a Maxis One Club Member has received the price list for both the iPhone 5s and 5S. He's screenshot the details to me and I'd be happy to share it with you guys.

The price is for Maxis One Club Member, I guess it would be the same for non one club, just that One Club Members are informed earlier regarding the price and they can pre-book the iPhone earlier. If you would like to know more or be an One Club Member, go to this link and find out more.

Can't wait to have an iPhone 5S on my hands. Stay tuned for the unboxing and review once I've got it. Peace.

Tuesday 22 October 2013

Updates: Apple Event October 2013

I'm so happy I could die. Apple has launched so many brilliant products today. First up, yeah! Mavericks is official! But better news is that it's FREE upgrading from earlier OS X to Mavericks. I almost shouted out of happiness when they announced it at the event just an hour ago.

Here are the Mac models compatible with OS X Mavericks:

[Source] http://www.apple.com/osx/how-to-upgrade/

OS X Mavericks is available for downloads today and here is the official link to download it for free. Over 200 new features are added in the free upgrade for us users to experience an even more advanced and convenient experience of using the Macs. For full details of the new features, go to OS X new features.

[Source] http://www.apple.com/osx/

The most satisfying and mind-blowing feature (apart of Mavericks being free) is how they change the way Mac utilises the battery and memory, making the Mac more power efficient. Thumbs up for always breaking through in the technology industry. I think I made a very wise choice moving from Windows to Mac.

Nextly, the rebranded iPad, which is now named iPad Air. Thinner and lighter, just like what is on Apple website, "The power of lightness." I like how they reduce the thickness and weight and can still make the iPad very very nice to use. And the battery would also last up to 10 hours. My iPad 3rd Gen lasts more than Apple has promised, it could last more than 12 hours with normal wifi browsing under one single charge.

[Source] http://www.apple.com/ipad-air/features/

Then the iPad Mini with Retina Display, which is the 2nd Gen iPad Mini, now available with Retina Display.

[Source] http://www.apple.com/ipad-mini/

iPad Mini is definitely the next thing I'm gonna own. iPad Air is really good, but I'd still prefer iPad Mini, for it's tininess, for it's convenience and for it's portability. I don't usually carry my current iPad out, coz it's so damn heavy and I have nowhere to keep it as it's just so big. I think Apple realised this problem and that's exactly why they come out with iPad Air, thinner and lighter, but still not as thin and as small as iPad Mini. It actually depends on your needs, if you need to carry the iPad almost everywhere you go, go with the iPad Mini, if you would want to watch movies using your iPad, then go with iPad Air.

Here is the pricing of both the iPads.

[Source] https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/1379405_553770564692889_1168626660_n.jpg

iOS 7.0.3 is also released right after the event. And here is the changelog:

[Source] http://www.idownloadblog.com/2013/10/22/ios-7-0-3-is-out-with-icloud-keychain-imessage-fixes-and-more/

Have fun.

Wednesday 16 October 2013

iPhone 5S/5C to Reach Malaysia on 31st October

Alright I know this is not something new, but just to remind all Apple fans, iPhone 5S and 5C will be made available to Malaysians on 11 November, said Apple in their press info last week.

And here's the details to it. For full press info, click on the link below.

[Source] http://www.apple.com/pr/library/2013/10/09iPhone-5s-iPhone-5c-Arrive-in-Italy-Russia-Spain-More-Than-25-Countries-on-Friday-October-25.html

But on the other hand, our biggest telco Maxis has also promised to release iPhone 5S and iPhone 5C on 31st October, a day earlier than the date provided by Apple.

Here's the Facebook post by Maxis.

[Source] https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151712450017986&set=a.128443137985.108948.32533512985&type=1&theater

And one more good thing from Maxis (that's what I think) is that they actually offer booking of the phones, so does it mean we don't have to queue up many hours before the launch of the iPhones? We will see. And for those who are interested in purchasing the iPhones, you could register your interest with Maxis and you will be informed on the price offer by them.

Here's the email I got from Maxis.

I don't know about you guys, but I'm really really excited about the launch. It's around 40 days earlier than expected as iPhone 5 was launched on December last year. I've never queued for hours for anything at all, guess this would be my first experience.

What colour and how big the storage are you going to buy? I'd go for Gold 64 GB, but it's out of stock, let's have our fingers crossed that they will be able to provide us with the Gold version. I hope I could get a 5C as well but too bad I am just a student I couldn't afford 2 iPhones. Less than 2 weeks guys!!!

Stay tuned, I will be reviewing my iPhone 5S once I've got it from Maxis.

Apple 22nd October Event Wallpaper

Hey guys, if you would like some colourful and beautiful wallpapers on your iPhones and iPads to show up your support for the coming Apple Event, here they are.