DiscoveryWeek Mid Valley Megamall, 1-5 July 2009

Organised by Apple Premium Resellers, Mac + iPod Discovery Week is back by popular demand and will be held at Mid Valley Megamall from the July 1-5, 2009. The event will showcase Mac, iPod and iPhone 3G products and accessories. You can look out for special offers and workshops on how to create music, movies as well as edit and manage their photographs in simple and intuitive ways. Read more     iMovie Learn how you can turn your home movies into blockbusters. Create your movie on the fly and share it with your friends via iPod, iTunes or Youtube in minutes! Movie editing without the pain. iPhoto This booth will feature the best side to your photos! Learn how easy it is to manage your photos on iPhoto. Plus! Get a complimentary portfolio print when you visit us! Stand a chance to win an iPod nano, enquire within. Garageband Unleash your inner musical genius. Learn how easy it is to create your own music with GarageBand. Plus, learn how to integrate Roland music products into your gig. It all starts in your garage. App Store Come and experience the latest locally developed mobile games and applications for iPhone and iPod touch. Highlights: Preview Gameloft's latest mobile games such as Terminator Salvation, Asphalt 4 and many more!   Discover iPhone 3G Experience and own the iPhone 3G. Find out about the iPhone 3.0 OS software update and some of the latest third party applications and games. The Service Spa Every Mac needs a little pampering once in a while. Check your Mac in for a quick complimentary check-up to ensure optimum working condition. Centre Stage The ultimate new way to discover your potential on a Mac. Learn about new ways to manage photos, create movies, run blogs, jam with music and more. Visit our website for the workshop schedule. Accessories Boutique Everything you ever need to spice up the life of your iPod or Mac can be found here. A complete bazaar of speakers, cases, softwares, hardwares and other wonderful discoveries. Find out more from our Blog! Follow us on Twitter Be our Facebook fan!

DiscoveryWeek IV: Full Daily Schedule Up!

DiscoveryWeek IV: Full Daily Schedule Up!

1 July, Wednesday
11:00am – Switch to Macs
01:30pm – Gameloft Game Previews
02:00pm – MDeC iPhone Application Developer Training Program Preview
02:30pm – “What it Takes to Become an iPhone Developer” by iTrain
04:30pm – iLife ’09
06:00pm – “Never Miss A Word” LiveScribe Pulse SmartPen Preview
07:00pm – Introducing iPhone OS 3.0
08:30pm – iPhoto ’09

2 July, Thursday
11:00am – Switch to Macs
01:30pm – iPhoto ’09
03:00pm – iWork ’09
04:30pm – iMovie ’09
06:00pm – Gameloft Game Previews
07:30pm – Introducing iPhone OS 3.0
08:30pm – iLife ’09

3 July, Friday
11:00am – Switch to Macs
01:30pm – iMovie ’09
03:00pm – GarageBand
04:30pm – iWork ’09
06:00pm – Gameloft Game Previews
07:30pm – Introducing iPhone OS 3.0
08:30pm – iLife ’09

4 July, Saturday
11:00am – Aperture 2
01:30pm – Introducing iPhone OS 3.0
02:30pm – iLife ’09
04:00pm – Performance by “Couple”
05:15pm – Performance by “Altered Frequency”
06:30pm – Gameloft Game Previews
07:30pm – “Never Miss A Word” LiveScribe Pulse SmartPen Preview
08:30pm – MyMUG User Sharing Presentations

5 July, Sunday
11:00am – Asphalt 4 Competition Finals
02:00pm – Logic Express
03:00pm – Introducing iPhone OS 3.0
04:00pm – Performance by “Otam”
05:15pm – Performance by “Qings & Kueens”
06:30pm – Gameloft Game Previews
07:30pm – Final Cut Pro

If you're in either Facebook or Twitter , you can win an iPod!!!

There's two iPod competition going on at the moment. It's so easy to join.

The first one is to just 'follow' Discovery Week's Twitter account. How it works is that the lucky winner will be selected from their list of followers.

www.twitter.com/discoveryweek - just click on follow if you've got a twitter account , if not , sign up an account..( everyone should have a Twitter account by now..)

The other method is to join Discover Week on Facebook and be a fan... and then , all you need to do is to write something on your exprience with either your Mac or iPod. If you've never owned one before , just let us know why you would like to use an Apple product.... and it's all here... Discovery Week Facebook Discussion Page

Below are some of the details on the upcoming event.

MAC + IPOD DISCOVERY WEEK, MID VALLEY MEGAMALL, 1-5 JULY 2009

About the Exhibitor Booths

Machines
An Apple Premium Reseller with five outlets within the Klang Valley and one in Johor Bahru, Machines is providing a Mac Spa for Apple products. Just bring your Mac or iPod and you will leave with a refreshed and rejuvenated product. We will address your problems and questions to your satisfaction.

Mac + iPod Accessories Market
Machines is also running an Accessories Market with a wide range of accessories compatible with Macs and iPods to dress up your Mac and iPod or to help make your product more versatile than ever. We will also show you the best of the iPods and you will be able to ‘test-drive’ the iPod of your choice. Even if you already own an iPod, drop by their booth and you’ll be amazed by all the new ways you can enjoy your iPod.

Ecaz Studios
A photo studio offering professional photography and photo prints and presentation, Ecaz studio, with the help of some professional Leica cameras, is taking glamour shots of interested visitors and demonstrating the wonders of iPhoto for image processing.

Roland Music
An internationally famous brand of music equipment for professional musicians, Roland’s KL branch is showing visitors the GarageBand software and how its products integrate with the Mac, Apple’s music composition tool for home users bundled with the iLife software suite.

Gameloft
Gameloft is a leading international publisher and developer of video games for mobile phones and consoles. Established in 1999, it has emerged as one of the top innovators in its field. The company creates games for mobile handsets equipped with Java, Brew or Symbian technology. The total number of games-enabled handsets is anticipated to exceed four billion units by 2012. Gameloft games are also available to players on WiiWare and DS, Microsoft’s Xbox LIVE Arcade, Apple’s iPod touch and iPhones, and PCs.

Maxis iPhone 3G Launch Update..

Back at home now.. what an interesting day..

The launch was great.. awesome performance by the artiste .. i forgot the violinist's name.. she's good..

the crowd was interesting.. from people who knows it all.. to people who don't know anything about the iPhone.. Aunties who want to know what is Facebook and Twitter .... A kid who got the iPhone 3G because his 1st Gen ended up in a bucket of water (and a technician said that if it were to be turned on , it'll blow up.. ahaks..) .. Uncles who pre-booked without knowing what is an iPhone.. Boyfriends who got it for their girlfriends.. someone thought that the iPhone is a Garmin with phone function..

iPhone.. is definitely a must get item for anyone.. because EVERYONE can use it..

Maxis iPhone 3G Launch Update

The view while I am taking a break .... Anyway these photos are taken
and posted using the iPhone

Maxis iPhone 3G Update

Tutorial room for new iPhone customer

Maxis iPhone 3G Update

And now we have the amazing And sultry Ning Baizura ... Just WOW !!!

Maxis iPhone 3G Update

Makan time ....accompanied by a live performane from a string
quartet ...

Maxis iPhone 3G Update

Prime minister getting some on the spot training

Maxis iPhone 3G Update

Our yang berhormat Prime Minister got the "first" iPhone .. All the
way in Cyberjaya

Maxis iPhone 3G Update

Heard that the first consumer just got his iPhone after waiting for 2
years for it to be officially available here ..and 3 hours in the
queue earlier ..

CONGRATS!!!!

Sent from my iPhone

Maxis iPhone 3G Launch Update

And the live feed is ongoing now... It's our prime minister in Cyberjaya

Maxis iPhone 3G Launch Has Started

I'm currently in the VIP room ... Waiting for a live cross over to
cyberjaya to officially launch the Apple iPhone 3G

It's starting soon

Maxis iPhone launch...

I'm here at KLCC now ... Had some briefings with maxis ... Having some
drinks before the VIPs arrive

Apple's iPhone 3G - Launch in Malaysia by Maxis - Live Blogging...

I'm gonna be at the launch tomorrow in KLCC... gonna try a live
blogging.. but no promises.. that's because i'll be there to work... so
i'm gonna see how things work there... If there's connection and time ,
I'll update this blog ... :)

It's gonna be awesome!!!

iPhone OS 3.0 - Over 100 New Features

Yes... it's announced that the soon to be available iPhone OS 3.0 will have more than 100 new features...

Advance preview of 100 new features.
For iPhone owners, it just keeps getting better. When iPhone OS 3.0 arrives this summer, it will introduce over 100 new features, including the ability to:

- Search your iPhone
- Cut, copy, and paste
- Send photos, contacts, audio files, and location via MMS*
- Read and compose email and text messages in landscape

And these 4 are just a fraction of an exciting new OS for both the iPhone and the iPod Touch.. stay tuned ... and i'll update on what's next...

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iPhone 3.0 Rumor ....

For those who's planning to get the iPhone with Maxis , hold on a moment... at least till tomorrow...

so some of the following are rumors about the next release of iPhone 3.0 ( most likely it'll just be a software upgrade...)

- MMS (everyone is waiting for this..)

- Tethering (via bluetooth???) ( source )

- copy and paste ( now this is something they should have done...) (source)


Since everyone is speculating on what's gonna be new in iPhone 3.0 ... i would like to add what I would love to see..

- Sms forwarding

For more iPhone 3.0 'wishlist' visit here...

Firewire 400 - how often do you use it?

Just curious ... how many of you can't live without the Firewire 400 port which is by the way , removed from all the latest Macs .. it's basically being replaced by Firewire 800 ..

New iPod Shuffle - not only it's small , it talks to you!!!

Introducing VoiceOver.
Musically speaking, the new iPod shuffle is brilliant, thanks to an exciting new feature called VoiceOver. Say you’re listening to a song and want to know the title or the artist. With the press of a button, VoiceOver tells you as the music dips down. It even announces the names of your playlists. And when your battery needs charging, VoiceOver tells you that, too.

* it's cool.. but quite redundant .. i mean , for the shuffle , i would think that you'll only put songs that you know into it.. but....

Multi-music-lingual.
A French love song. A Spanish bolero. An Italian cantata. Your music library has songs from all over the world. That’s why VoiceOver speaks 14 different languages. So it can tell you song titles and artists in the correct languages.

* this is cool... but still redundant..

Multiple playlists.
You’ve probably made multiple playlists in iTunes. One for your commute. One for the gym. One for just chilling out. With the new iPod shuffle, you can sync your playlists and always find the perfect mix for your activity or mood. VoiceOver tells you the name of each playlist, so it’s easy to switch between them and find the one you want without looking.

* not sure how you're gonna choose the playlist on the Shuffle..

Easy access controls.
The controls of the new iPod shuffle are located on the right earbud cord. With command central now strategically placed in this more convenient location, you can navigate your music — and activate the VoiceOver feature — without taking your eyes off your run, your ride, or whatever you’re doing.

*looks like you're stuck with Apple's earphones till 3rd party ones are available..


Love it or hate it , the design rocks... features-wise , need some time to get used to.. for a 4GB mp3 player that looks bloody cool .. for less than RM 300 (USD 79) .... i would say .. good job Apple!!!

iPhone Rates with Maxis in Malaysia...

So what do you guys think of the rates???

*here's Maxis!!!

Used Mac Pro for sale... it's a bargain..

Mac Pro for sale.. let me know if you're interested..

Dual 3.0GHz Quad-core Intel Xeon (8-core)

9GB DDR2-667 FB-DIMM RAM (2x2GB, 4x1GB, 2x512MB)

250GB SATA-2 HDD

nVidia GeForce 7300GT

16x SuperDrive

Mac OS X 10.4

AppleCare valid until July 16th, 2010

Maintenance record:

Changed PSU unit

Changed SuperDrive

Internal dusting every 2 - 3 months

Price: RM 12,000

Planning on getting the MacBook Air???

Planning on getting the MacBook Air??? check the following link first!! ...

MacBook Air - Damaged Hinges - A little too fragile....

Mac+iPod Discovery Week III - City Square JB

Event Info

Host:	Mac+iPod Discovery Week - Official Page
Type:	Other - Carnival
Network:	Global

Time and Place

Start Time:	Wednesday, February 25, 2009 at 10:00am
End Time:	Sunday, March 1, 2009 at 9:00pm
Location:	City Square, Johor Bahru

THE OFFICIAL PAGE FOR THE MAC+IPOD DISCOVERY WEEK AT CITY SQUARE, JOHOR BAHRU. HOSTED BY APPLE PREMIUM RESELLER: MACHINES
http://www.machines.com.my


//THE BLACKBOX//
The ultimate new way to discover your potential on a Mac. Learn about new ways to manage photos, create movies, run blogs, jam with music and more.
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//Accessories Boutique//

Everything you ever need to spice up the life of your iPod or Mac can be found here. A complete bazaar of speakers, cases, softwares, hardwares and other wonderful discoveries.

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//GarageBand//

Unleash your inner musical genius. Learn how easy it is to create your own music with GarageBand. Plus, learn how to integrate Roland music products into your gig. It all starts in your garage.

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//iPhoto//

Yeah baby, smile! Work it baby!
The gallery will feature the best side to your photos! Learn how easy it is to manage your photos on iPhoto. Plus! Get a complimentary portfolio print when you visit The Gallery!

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//The Service Spa//

Every Mac needs a little pampering once in a while. Check your Mac in for a quick complimentary check-up to ensure optimum working condition.

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//Test-Drive an iPod//

Experience the iPod for yourself. Enjoy your own personal iPod for up to 2 hours while you shop! Terms and conditions apply.

Macworld 2009

sorry for the late update.. 

if you're not too late , click here... ahaha.. it's the live update by Macworld...

Rumor - New Products

I've been reading a lot of rumors about the upcoming Apple products...

here's some ideas..

iPhone Nano ... New iMacs .. New Mac Minis ... ( maybe Macworld 2009)

large screen iPod TOuch , tablet-style notebooks.. (later on)

Most of the rumors are from MacRumors and AppleInsider ...

Large Screen iPod Touch ( rumor )

The latest iPod Touch is a nifty little gizmo that does a lot more than play tunes, but I've always found its 3.5-inch screen too tiny for watching movies or serious Web browsing. After a few minutes of screen-tapping or finger-dragging to view Web pages designed for larger displays, well, things get tedious in a hurry. And movies? Better bring a magnifying glass.

No doubt there's a market for a bigger-screen iPod Touch, and if the latest rumors are true, that's exactly what Apple has in mind. A report from Michael Arrington of TechCrunch says that Apple is developed a Touch device with a 7- or 9-inch display, which is plenty big for video-watching, Web-surfing, gaming, and possibly even conventional desktop apps.

Details are sketchy. Apple reportedly will launch its king-size Touch in the fall of '09. According to TechCrunch, prototypes of the device are out there, and Apple and its original device manufacturers (ODMs) in Asia are working out the production details.

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