QUOTE(HuorEarfalas @ Jul 30 2009, 01:15 PM)
I phoned Machines 1U regarding about the collection of i3GS. Here's what ensued,
The sales manager picked up the phone and I asked whether I could pick up on the date I specified, he was quick to reply even before I could finish my sentence...
"Sorry sir, the stocks will definitely not arrived tomorrow 31/7 as Maxis hasn't given us any notice about collection procedures."I continued asking when do they expect the stocks to arrive...
"I can't confirm that with you, sir, as I'm not sure myself either. Maxis hasn't given us any notice regarding about it."I wasn't surprised as I've expected the problem to be at this magnitude, but the problem worsen when I asked if I could get the iPhone before 5th of August as I'll be leaving the country for a year (I lied about the date, but I needed and answer), he seems honest when answering...
"Sorry sir, but Maxis is the one who decides how many stocks they'll be giving out, and we have no idea how many they'll be giving to us. We have exceeded 100 applicants who deposited at our store. If the supply is more than the demand, that won't be a problem. Otherwise, I'm afraid it's beyond our control."He then asked when I pre-booked the i3GS. I told him I deposited the amount on the 23rd. He sighed on the phone, and I wasn't very pleased...
"It's risky for booking it later than the 20th, but nonetheless, please wait for our call when your iPhones becomes available for pick up, but we don't know when this will be."Conclusion,
Anyone who booked around the day like I did, well, tough luck

QUOTE(johnliew @ Jul 30 2009, 03:09 PM)
Just called Machines HQ to get the bottom on this:
- Confirmed, no a single unit arrive at Machines HQ as of 3pm today. For all Apple products, usually it will arrive Machines HQ @ Northcourt, then distribute to all Machine outlets.
- Check Machine's distribution policy. It's based on the order of who paid the deposit at the outlet. As of the exact mechanics (what if the 30 person paid earlier then me, how?), no one has any idea yet.
- Same final advise, call tomorrow before going. Outlets open only at 10am.
Machine @ 1U's phone have been off the hook for a while now, I guess they finally got feddap

Added on July 30, 2009, 3:11 pmSimplest answer is usually most logical - it's due to typical bad Malaysian planning

I have the exactly same situation like you just a minute ago when they call me.
I ended the call with this question: So all that I can do now is to wait? He say YES.
Can't really do anything as they haven't even get a single iPhone on hand.
QUOTE(raoul @ Jul 30 2009, 03:12 PM)
I'm sure the stocks will arrives later this evening cause...6pm onwards

Even if it is, those who are suppose to collect the phone tomorrow morning will still not make it on time unless they work overnight which I don't think will happen.
QUOTE(kytan @ Jul 30 2009, 03:24 PM)
Got a call from Machines 1U that 3GS collection might not happen tomorrow.

Anyone can verify this?
Yes it's been verified and clarified.
QUOTE(CerebralRogue @ Jul 30 2009, 04:46 PM)
i got a call from Machines 1U as well that I shouldn't come until they call...sigh
Same. Just sit and wait until they call full stop
All that I can say is I am really disappointed with Maxis giving blank promise. Not angry, as the phone will still come but it's been delayed. Seems like a big mess for Malaysia, Maxis, Apple. Can't do anything at this moment but to do more preparation for the coming phone.
The question is, since everything is getting screwed up now, what do you guys think of the condition of the phone? What will it be till it arrived on our hand? Still 100% good in condition? Think about it.