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HTC HD7 : Windows Phone 7 – People Hub

saimatkong — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 12:40:56 +0000

A phone’s main function is to connect you with other mobile users / friends / family / colleagues etc. Windows Phone 7 did very well in this under People Hub.

With the People Hub, all of your friends and contacts are in one place and they’re all up to date. So you can see all and know all about the people that matter most.

You just need to add in your Facebook account and the People Hub will take care of the rest!

The Windows Phone 7′s People Hub aggregates you friends from all of your social networks in three screens – Recent, All, What’s New. Recent tab will show you friends who have just updated their profiles or statuses in Facebook or MSN, while All tab will show you all of your friends as in contact book. What’s new tab quickly aggregates recent status updates all into a single feed. You can also quickly share your own status update thru the People Hub easily.

Should you wish to comment, Like or Dislike a particular Facebook status update, it can be done directly from the People Hub. Microsoft has tried to integrate what most users want from a phone within the OS itself, not various applications, that’s the power of Windows Phone 7′ People Hub.

Clicking on one of your contacts not only displays their number and other details you had inputted, you can scroll through their status updates. Any contact information on Facebook, such as their birthday, is also displayed.

You can also filter / search thru alphabetical order of your contacts at People Hub.

You shouldn’t have any problems bringing your contacts over to Windows Phone 7 if you keep them in the cloud on another platform.

While you’ll initially need to login with a Windows Live account, you can add Outlook, Facebook, Gmail and other POP or IMAP accounts without a problem, and choose what syncs from each (contacts, photos, calendar, email etc).

What I don’t like is all my junk contacts from when I used MSN since secondary school will sadly appear in the address book. Need to do massive cleanup!

Windows Phone 7 Market Place is not available in Malaysia yet!

saimatkong — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 19:11:14 +0000

While the new operating system Windows Phone 7 could be the most significant for Microsoft since losing the lead in the smartphone market to RIM’s BlackBerry, Apple’s iOS devices and Google’s Android operating system, the local launch was marred by the unavailability of Market Place / Hub that would have made Windows Phone 7 devices in this country more competitive.

Market Place / Hub is where you can try, buy, and search for apps, music, and games from your phone. It’s like AppStore for iPhone, but unfortunately, Market Place is not available in Malaysia yet. So if your Windows Live ID is tied to Malaysia then you will not be able to make full use of your Windows Phone 7, for my case is HTC HD7 from Maxis10 review unit, because of the unavailable of Market Hub.

Why would Microsoft launch this Windows Phone 7 but don’t want to support our country for the Market Place? If it’s not ready then why not wait till the Market Place launched? I’m really disappointed with that. As it is, the missing Marketplace puts Windows Phone 7 at somewhat of a disadvantage, because the smartphone operating system itself has no Twitter application nor an instant messaging client like Windows Live Messenger built in.

To over this disadvantage of not able to access Market Place, I have tried the workaround, which is changing the Windows Live profile country to Singapore and when setup the HTC HD7 also set it to Singapore as the default country. Bingo! By doing this, cheating your country, you will be able to download apps from Market Hub!

On the other hand, for gamers, Xbox Live on Windows Phone 7 is one of its biggest draws, as the feature allows Xbox 360 console users with Xbox Live accounts to log in on Windows Phone 7 to customise their Xbox Avatars and even add to their achievement points for mobile games played on the smartphone. I’m not a gamer myself so I have not actually tested on this.

Marketplace is organized into categories, starting with one that features apps from your mobile operator. You can use these categories to narrow your search and find the details for things that interest you most. For me, I’m looking at all the free apps at the moment before I jailbreak this HTC HD7, will do that in a later stage. =)

View the status of your downloaded items and discover what updates are available for stuff that’s already in your collection.

Important Tip!
Consider using your computer or Wi-Fi to download larger files. This reduces the time it would take if you used a standard connection, and ensures that you don’t go over any limits you may have in your data plan.

Finally I’ve Got My iPhone 4!

saimatkong — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 17:02:36 +0000

Woo hoo, finally I have iPhone 4 on my hand! Last Saturday went to e@Curve Maxis to grab my iPhone 4 with iValue1. I would say it’s really a wise choice. Haha. Do you agree with me? Lol.

Check out all my older phone, iPhone 4 can say is the best phone of all that I have owned.

Now I can really do wonders with iPhone 4! There’s tons of useful apps.

Are you one of the iPhone user? What’s the version of your iPhone? What’s the must have iPhone apps that you can’t live without?

Join MyIPhoneClub in facebook and MyIPhoneClub in forum to share your experience and share any problem you encounter with iPhone and any tips and tricks in using iPhone!

I’ve got my iPhone 4 on my hand!

saimatkong — Wed, 22 Sep 2010 14:59:34 +0000

While most of you still waiting for the iPhone 4 to be launched by Digi or Maxis this Thursday, 23rd September 2010, I already got my iPhone 4! Don’t be jealous k coz this is my bro’s Singapore iPhone 4 set not mine… Singapore iPhone 4 16GB only SGD888 / 32GB SGD1,048 without contract.

Waiting part and guessing game is a paint. Finally Maxis is out with the iPhone plan and rates and able to pre-register but now still pending for Digi. Not to worry as it will be out in just a couple of hours and the iPhone 4 will be yours.

Check out this Digi Ads posted on Digi Facebook… It’s kinda creative too. Can you interpret what’s the ads message? I would guess “4 Apple” = iPhone 4 “Kambing” = Coming on 24.09.10

Anyway I will be going to the Maxis iPhone 4 launch at The Gardens Hotel, Midvalley tomorrow to check out the iPhone 4 and maybe grab one for myself since Digi is yet to show the details yet. =)

See iPhone 4 is so thin and sleek design. I’m loving it!

Is the antenna issue solve? Will we be given a free iPhone 4 Bumpers?

iPhone 4 vs BlackBerry!

My BlackBerry Curve 8520 is smaller than iPhone 4 a little but I prefer iPhone 4 because the screen size is bigger and in HD! My BlackBerry Curve 8520 cannot fight with this iPhone 4 and I love the iPhone 4 camera with focus which my BlackBerry can’t do it. I need a better camera phone so that I could just snap some food photo or some events photo in a better quality way.

See I can surf in bigger screen and facebook in a bigger touch screen too!

Are you planning to get iPhone 4?

The most affordable iPhone 4 in Malaysia is arriving next week

saimatkong — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 16:48:09 +0000

First to know. First to own.

All new Apple iPhone 4 is now in Malaysia, no need to get Singapore iPhone anymore. Digi already announced that iPhone4 will be available next week and Maxis also set to release next week. Woots! Will Digi and Maxis launch the iPhone4 together?

I received this email yesterday from Digi!

Because you signed up to be the first to know, we’re now letting you know how you can be the first in line to own the new iPhone 4.

So, brace yourself – the iPhone 4 is finally on our shores and coming to you next week.

For more information on iPhone 4 plans and where to purchase, visit digi.com.my/iphone4 and everything will be revealed to you.

Are you excited about the all new iPhone 4? Will you be getting one for yourself? I’m still thinking whether to get 1 for myself or not.

Maxis and Digi to Offer Apple iPhone 4 in Malaysia Soon!

saimatkong — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 15:19:22 +0000

Yes, finally Maxis and Digi website is up with the iPhone 4 registration or interest page now. Both telco are now fighting to promote and push for iPhone 4 now and getting their users to submit their email for the latest updates of the iPhone 4 availability. There’s no pricing of the iPhone 4 and the new data rate plan but I believe they will come up with more idea how to compete between this two telco.

The registration of interest does not treat as iPhone 4 per-order. You may also wait and see which telco could provide the best rate and best iPhone 4 package but I recon it will not be much different. Maxis registration page required much information compared to Digi page and Digi is using GoogleDoc to collect data, they are really smart and cost saving. =)

For Maxis register here.

For Digi register here.

Despite of iPhone 4 antenna issue and screen issue I believe there’s still a lot of iPhone fans out there who’s dying for this. Will you be getting a free iPhone 4 bumper / case to solved the iPhone 4 antenna problem as well? =p

I’ve actually registered myself to both Maxis and Digi so that I could get the 1st hand information and details (e.g. when is the iPhone 4 available to Malaysia and the pricing of the iPhone 4 package) from both the telco.

Maxis iPhone 3Gs

saimatkong — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 08:48:10 +0000

Start to book your Maxis iPhone 3Gs now!

* Note : To complete your Online Booking, please make a non-refundable deposit of RM200 at Maxis Centre or MEP Outlet that you wish to pick up your iPhone from. So don’t think you can just simply book like that! =)

Maxis iPhone 3Gs iValue Plan

Maxis iPhone 3Gs iData Plan

Customer may sign up for Extra SMS RM8 per month to send 500 SMS to Maxis numbers.

Postpaid Rate Plan Terms & Conditions

1. Port-in customers are not eligible to sign up for the iValue Plans with a 24 month contract.

2. The minutes of usage included in iValue Plans applies to on-net and off-net domestic voice calls only.

3. Data included in iValue Plans applies to mobile Internet usage
only and excludes SMS, and other subscription based services. Data bundle is for local usage only. The maximum charge for local usage is up to RM250. While roaming overseas, the prevailing data roaming charges will apply.

4. Advance payment is waived for existing Maxis Postpaid customers with tenure of more than 6 months AND current monthly commitment of RM250 and above. Advance payment will be refunded from the 1st month onwards over the next 5 months. The account must be active at the time of refund.

5. Non-Malaysians without an existing Maxis service will have to pay an additional RM1000 refundable deposit. Existing non-Malaysian customer will have to top up to a RM1000 refundable deposit.

6. Purchase of iPhone 3G must be accompanied with any of the above contracted rate plans. Maxis reserves the right to rescind some of the privileges of the rate plans should the registered line not be used with the purchased iPhone 3G.

7. Downgrade of rate plans will be subjected to penalty.

8. Customer needs to ensure that their line is active at all times in order to receive the free data in the Value Plus plans (6 month contract).

9. Use of the iPhone constitutes acceptance of the iPhone terms and conditions and other third party terms and conditions found in the iPhone box.

10. If your Maxis mobile service is under a myMaxis Phone Deal contract and you have more than 2 months to fulfill a 12 month contract or more than 4 months to fulfill a 24 month contract, you
are not eligible to re-contract to a new iPhone rate plan.

11. For Value Added Services, respective Terms and Conditions applies.

12. Call charges are on 30-second block.

13. Other Terms and Conditions apply.

Prepaid Plans

Sign up for a Hotlink prepaid plan (existing Hotlink users can keep their current account)

iPhone 3G S 16GB (Black / White)
RM2490

iPhone 3Gs 32GB (Black / White)
RM2990

FREE 500 MB data for 12 months
• Data usage over 500 MB will be charged 0.5sen/kb
• Data usage valid to active customers only

Prepaid Rate Plan Terms & Conditions

1. This offer to applicable to all Hotlink prepaid plans.

2. For new customers, purchase of iPhone 3G must be accompanied with any Hotlink prepaid pack.

3. There is no contract tied to this offer.

4. Hotlink customer needs to ensure that their line has validity in order to receive the free 500 MB data every month in their Hotlink plan.

5. The free 500MB data cannot be carried to following month’s usage if not fully utilised.

6. The free 500MB data monthly will be valid for 12 months upon first day of iPhone purchase.

7. Migration between Hotlink plans will not affect the monthly free 500 MB data.

8. Use of the iPhone constitutes acceptance of the iPhone terms and conditions and other third party terms and conditions found in the iPhone box.

9. Maxis’s support to iPhone is strictly bound by Apple’s warranty and repair policy. Maxis will only support devices purchase from Maxis only.

10. For Value Added Services, respective Terms and Conditions applies.

11. Other Terms and Conditions apply.

Visit Official Website : http://www.maxis.com.my/main.asp

Updates :
Waiting to collect your iPhone 3Gs? Some receiving calls, sms, email, tweet, saying that there will be a delay for Maxis to deliver the phone as published which is 31st July, but there’s a lot of discussion going on forum saying that only 32GB iPhone 3Gs affected and delayed due to custom, 16GB iPhone 3Gs should be fine, but for more info please get back to Maxis or wait for any news or email or sms notification from Maxis, Machines or Authorized personnel.

Maxis iPhone 3G S is coming soon!

saimatkong — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 10:25:14 +0000

Keep me updated by filling up the Maxis iPhone 3G s form, it will end on 15 July which is tomorrow. Sign up for the update here now.

Unlock iPhone 3G s in Hong Kong
16GB iPhone 3G s (Black / White) – HK$ 5,388
32GB iPhone 3G s (Black / White) – HK$ 6,288

In Singapore have to subscribe with SingTel, check the price and package here.

Heard some rumor said the Maxis iPhone 3G s might cost RM3k and above but hopefully they will come out with a good and nice package! I have filled up and submitted the form myself and got the sms telling me that I’ve successfully registered and hopefully I will get the news about the release fast and can update you all.

Finger cross… I’m waiting for my iPhone 3G s!!! Faster processor speed, tap to focus, better camera, compass etc.

Disclaimer
* Please ensure that all personal details given (including email address and contact number) are accurate and correct at the point of registration. Maxis shall not be liable or responsible if you do not receive any notification on the iPhone 3G S in the event that your personal details provided were wrong or inaccurate and/or due to any technical faults, failure or congestion in accessing and transmitting your personal data and/or due to matters beyond Maxis’ control.

* The Registration of Interest merely indicates an interest for further information on the availability of the iPhone 3G S and shall not be construed as a binding agreement for the sale/purchase of the iPhone 3G S.

* Maxis shall not be liable for cases such as the non-availability of the iPhone 3G S or non-approval of the iPhone 3G S or any other cause resulting in the iPhone 3G S not being made available for sale in Malaysia.

Maxis iPhone 3G is finally here in Malaysia

saimatkong — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 03:27:35 +0000

The iPhone you’ve been waiting for is finally here. Now available.

Introducing Apple® iPhone™ 3G. With fast 3G wireless technology, Maps with GPS,
support for enterprise features like Microsoft Exchange and the new App Store, iPhone 3G
puts even more features at your fingertips. And like the original iPhone, it combines three
products in one—a revolutionary mobile phone, a widescreen iPod and a breakthrough
Internet device with rich HTML email and full web browsing. iPhone 3G. It redefines what
a mobile phone can do—again.

Booking period ends 17th March at 11.59pm
Pirority will be given to online booking before public purchases.
Book yours now!

Booked? Check your booking status now!

The official iPhone 3G launch event for customers with confirmed booking will be held on the 20th – 22nd March at KL Convention Center (KLCC). Exciting activities and iPhone 3G demos await you!

*Get your free iPhone 3G now!

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