Maxis is now offering new postpaid packages bundled with iPhone 5 (and iPhone 4S too) to existing Maxis customers or users from another network. Under these new Maxis postpaid packages, you’ll get to choose either TalkMore 78 or SurfMore 75 plan and enjoy a lower iPhone 5 price on a 24-month contract. This offer is valid until 31 March 2013 or while stocks last so hurry up.

TalkMore 78 plan comes with free 600 minutes for calls and 500 SMS to all operators. The monthly commitment fee is RM78. It does not have any data allocation so if you need data connection you can add a 1GB Mobile Internet plan for RM48/month.

On the other hand, SurfMore 75 plan comes with a monthly 5GB mobile internet allocation and its monthly commitment is RM75. All calls and SMS rates are pay-as-you-use as the following :-

• RM0.12/min (call to Maxis network)
• RM0.20/min (call to other networks)
• RM0.05 per SMS (to Maxis number)
• RM0.15 per SMS (to other networks)

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Windows 8 tablet has become the latest addition to the wide variety of mobile devices offered by Celcom as they’ve added Samsung ATIV Smart PC into the lineup. Samsung ATIV Smart PC is now available from as low as RM1,758 with contract bundling on Celcom First Data.

Samsung’s first Windows 8 3G tablet

If you are looking for a Windows 8 tablet, feel free to drop by Blue Cube Sunway Iconic this 25 January 2013 to experience this Samsung’s first Windows 8 3G tablet. At the Sunway outlet, Celcom will give away RM90 Liquipel vouchers to the first 200 customers and FREE Samsung Keyboard Dock & Pouch worth RM550 for the first 30 customers. So, don’t miss this good opportunity to grab the exclusive deal.

Samsung ATIV Smart PC is the perfect gadget for professionals on the go as well as casual web surfers who enjoy going online. Samsung ATIV Smart PC packs the features of a PC and the ease of mobility of a tablet to produce a high-end lifestyle gadget with the following specifications:-

• Windows 8 (Full PC OS)
• Intel dual-core 1.5GHz Atom (Clover Trail) CPU
• 64GB Storage, 2GB RAM
• 11.6” SuperBright Plus with Full HD LED display
• 8MP rear camera & 2MP front camera
• 3G network support
• S-Pen stylus & S-Note application
• Bluetooth 4.0

Windows 8 full PC OS makes the Samsung ATIV Smart PC both a high-performance PC as well as an entertainment media tablet. Capable of switching swiftly between apps along with touchscreen features to help move things around faster, this device closes the gap between work and leisure. Samsung ATIV Smart PC comes with its S-Pen stylus and S-Note application to take advantage of the wide 11.6” touchscreen. The combination of S-Pen and S-Note on the Samsung ATIV Smart PC is making handwriting recognition, drawing, design of cards or invitations a lot easier.

Celcom First Data

The Samsung ATIV Smart PC is bundled with Celcom First Data so users will experience the fastest network on this Windows 8 tablet like never before. From RM1,758, you can enjoy faster speeds, more voice and data value as well as special rebates when you subscribe to any of these Celcom First Data plans:-

Why choose Celcom First?

• It’s the best of Celcom Territory, wherever you go.
• The widest network coverage anywhere in Malaysia, indoors, outdoors and on-the-move.
• The best network quality, be it messaging, voice calls, video calls, surfing, email, etc.
• Celcom gives you the richest web and video streaming experience with its stable connection

To find out more details about the Samsung ATIV Smart PC bundle plan, visit www.celcom.com.my.

As you’ve just entered the new year 2013, Celcom has already brought in three latest Android smartphones, HTC Butterfly, Samsung Galaxy S III Mini and Sony Xperia Tipo, and bundle them with attractive plans for the customers. It seems if there’s a new phone in town, it’s got to be first on Celcom!

These 3 latest Android smartphones, each for different user segment, are added into the wide range of devices Celcom has to offer. It gives buyers the best smartphone choices paired with the best plans.

HTC Butterfly (as low as RM1,468)

HTC have been doing very well in bringing in their latest smartphones to Malaysia in the shortest time in recent years. Just merely after 1 month after HTC Butterfly’s official launch in Japan, it has finally reached our shores and Celcom is now offering this HTC latest flagship Android smartphone from as low as RM1,468!

HTC Butterfly is labelled as the world’s first full HD smartphone, so you won’t be disappointed with its latest hardware and software:-

• Runs on the latest Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) and 1.6 GHz quad-core Snapdragon S4 processor.
• It has the world’s first full HD smartphone display, 5” wide.
• With an amazing 8MP camera, you won’t need any other.
• Equipped with Beats Audio to bring music to life.
• 16GB storage with expansion card slot supports microSD memory card (up to 32GB).

Samsung Galaxy S III mini (as low as RM588)

Celcom is currently offering Samsung Galaxy S III Mini at a very affordable price from as low as RM588 making it a good mid-end alternative to its expensive but more powerful sibling Galaxy S III.

Despite Galaxy S III Mini is offered at a cheaper price, it is still running on the latest Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean). On the exterior, it has a 4” Super AMOLED display and sports a similar intuitive and elegant design with Galaxy S III. On the inside, it features some quality hardware too :-

• Has a 1GHz dual-core processor.
• Take pictures wherever you go with the 5MP camera.
• Integrated with S Voice, Samsung’s advanced natural language recognition software.
• 8GB storage with expansion card slot supports microSD memory card (up to 32GB).

Sony Xperia Tipo (as low as RM88)

Sony Xperia Tipo is priced as low as RM88 by Celcom, making it the least expensive Android smartphone among these 3 latest devices.

Sony Xperia Tipo has a 3.2” Scratch-Resistant display and weighs only 99.4g, so it suits user who prefers a light and small phone. Below are the highlight of its specifications:-

• It is powered by a 800MHz Snapdragon processor.
• Running on Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich).
• 3.2MP camera with 4x digital zoom.
• 2.9GB storage with expansion card slot supports microSD memory card (up to 32GB).

Celcom First Plan

If you are looking for a Android smartphone, get the HTC Butterfly from as low as RM1,468 (RRP: RM2,299), the Samsung Galaxy S III Mini from as low as RM588 (RRP: RM1,199) or Sony Xperia Tipo from as low as RM88 (RRP: RM499) with any Celcom First Plan of your choice:

Why Celcom First? Here are the top 10 reasons why:

• 3 simple plans with one FLAT RATE for voice & video calls, SMS & MMS.
• Enjoy more to talk with AUTOMATIC SAVINGS on your calls to all networks.
• The FLEXIBILITY to switch between postpaid and prepaid, anytime.
• Payment choice made CONVENIENT for you via reload, online or over the counter.
• EXCLUSIVE & PERSONALISED customer service always ready to assist you.
• NO BILL SHOCKS with your monthly commitment already inclusive of IDD and roaming fees.
• MULTIPLE PLANS for lower, middle or higher usage to suit every mobile need.
• FREE DATA instantly to keep you surfing, chatting and emailing on the go.
• Connect with PEACE OF MIND via real-time updates and notifications on your usage.
• The FASTEST NETWORK in Malaysia that offers superior coverage and quality.

Please feel free to visit the nearest Blue Cube outlet or get more information at www.celcom.com.my.

Nokia held a preview session for Nokia Lumia 920 and Lumia 820 in Malaysia and I had the chance to experience these 2 latest Nokia smartphones running Windows Phone 8 operating system.

The new Nokia LUmia 920 and Nokia Lumia 820 will be retailing for RM1,999 and RM1,599 respectively at Nokia Store nationwide starting today. While these 2 phones may arrive just in time for Christmas and New Year, the accessories such as wireless charging plate will only be available in January 2013. Anyway, local mobile operators Digi and Celcom will carry the phones while Maxis is expecting to join soon and they all will announce their pricing separately.

Nokia Lumia 920 & Nokia Lumia 820 Preview Session

It’s not surprising the Nokia Lumia 920 sold out in many countries during its launch. Physically, it is a beauty with rounded edges, a smooth glass finishing and seamless polycarbonate body. It boasts a 4.5” PureMotion HD+ display with ClearBlack technology and is the world’s brightest, fastest and most sensitive touchscreen. It also comes with Nokia’s signature PureView imaging technology and Carl Zeiss optics for the ultimate smartphone camera experience. With Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and a revolutionary floating lens built in taking a clear picture and video is so easy, even in low light conditions and holding it with one hand.

Side by side: Nokia Lumia 800, Nokia Lumia 820 & Nokia Lumia 920

The inner beauty of Nokia Lumia 920

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Nokia Lumia 920 & 820 Are On Sale Now In Malaysia

I was invited to UPS (Uniterrrupted Power Supply) Storm Season – Product Showcase Event by Schneider Electric IT Business Malaysia early this month to share my personal experience with UPS at home and workplace. During the event, a few latest UPS models were showcased including APC Back-UPS Pro (BR900GI) in the Back-UPS lineup which is ideal for home offices and SOHOs. Another UPS model was used in the demonstration is the APC Smart UPS On-Line system, that is designed as power protection solution for servers, voice/data networks, medical labs, and light industrial applications in Small Medium Enterprises (SME).

APC UPS Storm Season – Product Showcase Event

John Atherton, Malaysia IT Business Vice President of Schneider Electric, mentioned at the event that We live in a country that is ranked 5th in the world in terms of lightning density, Kuala Lumpur experiences an average-thunder day level between 180-300 days per year. Our work, leisure, healthcare, economy, and livelihood depend highly on a constant supply of electrical power. Even a temporary stoppage of power can lead to chaos, monetary setbacks, and possible loss of life. The APC Back-UPS Pro (BR900GI) offers homes and business owners guaranteed power protection for high performance computer systems, routers/modems, external storage devices, gaming consoles and other electronics.

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Protecting Computers & Electronics Using UPS By APC During Storm Season

Just right after the launch of Windows 8 at the end of last month, Logitech released a new lineup of products designed for easy and intuitive navigation of Windows 8 in the Malaysian market. One of the new Logitech products is this Logitech Zone Touch Mouse T400 that features a glass touch surface that is designed for smooth horizontal and vertical scrolling with your fingers.

As you might have already known, Windows 8 has a beautiful new user interface designed specifically for touch screens but many Windows 8 users don’t have a touchscreen desktop monitor. Therefore, Logitech Zone Touch Mouse T400 could be the right mouse for simple and easy navigation in Windows 8. Anyway, the mouse is compatible with Windows 7 and it works in a similar way in Windows 7 too.

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Logitech Zone Touch Mouse T400 Unboxing & Review