Coffee at Starbucks, The Curve today brought some unexpected extras. The Maxis iPhone 3GS (S = Speed) roadshow was camped in the center court, and as i sipped my frapp, i became curious. I walked over, had a chat with Alex the Salesman, and about 20 minutes later i was sold. RM1990 with an iData package bundled in, appended to my existing account. Picking up the phone on 1 August from a nearby Maxis store. Fun times incoming.
Quite impulsive, i certainly didn't plan to buy the iPhone today, so i went home and did some digging to see what i'd bought for a cool 2k.
Just like any Tom and Dick, i knew the basics: iPhone is cool. Its more than just a phone; its a fashion statement, mini-computer, entertainment and internet hub all rolled into one. That's the hype anyways. The 3GS is the latest iteration of the genre, and comes with a bunch of extra yummy features.
Seems like the reviews tend to universally agree with the marketing pamphlets. Gizmodo gives it the thumbs up. Ditto Wired. Engadget agrees. Can't be half bad if these 3 sources are aligned in their praises.
But, as they say, the proof is in the pudding. I'll look forward to getting my hands on it soon, and let you all know how it handles in the local environ.
