hotlink 365 only need to pay rm33 + rm30 in 1st 6month to keep ur line active for 1year... so u only need rm63 + rm8.80 to enjoy 500mb for 12 months provided u seldom use ur hotlink to make calls

yes, of course. the Hotlink plan is just like an outright purchase. you can choose to utilize the phone on any carriers/sim.

but do take note that the Hotlink plan comes with free 500MB data bundle per month, for a year.

teikwing/tinkerbell

As a current Maxis postpaid user on VP80 I'm just weighing the differences between :

1) changing to iValue 2 for eg.
12 sen/min and 10 sen/min for sms

compared with

2) keeping VP80 and adding iData 2 for eg.
12 sen/min to Maxis numbers & 15 sen/min to non-Maxis
5 sen to Maxis numbers for sms & 15 sen to non Maxis numbers for sms

It seems the iValue plans don't fully list out calls to other networks and sms charges to other networks or is it a flat rate to all networks?

Only thing for certain is the free minutes, in this case 667 minutes apply to all domestic calls both land line and mobile on any network if i'm not wrong.

Can shed any light?

Help!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Iphone 3G S 16GB normal package
-> Prepaid RM2490
-> value 50
-> free 500mb data but have to swap SIM card
-> no contract
After 2 years = RM3690

Iphone 3G 16GB corporate package
-> Value 50
-> RM1600 for the phone
-> Value 30 sub line or change value 50 to value 80
-> 2 year contract
After 2 years = RM3520

Which one is better?

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Added on July 16, 2009, 1:58 pmCan I change my postpaid to prepaid to get the Iphone 3G S under prepaid program?

This post has been edited by gogo2: Jul 16 2009, 01:58 PM

There is one problem though.. if you're on a postpaid line, you will need to downgrade yourself to hotlink to be able to enjoy the free 500MB data/month cause the free 500MB data is definitely only for the hotlink SIM.

yes. the free 667 minutes that comes with iValue 2 applies to calls made to any landline/network.

you can save RM300 on the phone (16GB) for iValue 2 compared to iData 2 but you gotta compensate more if you exceed the limit of 667 minutes provided for calls every month, higher SMS rates as well. with iValue 2 you get additional 500MB data usage though.

UPDATE: the call/SMS rates published for all the iValue plans are flat rates to all networks (including Maxis) in case you exceed the free minutes.

This post has been edited by teikwing: Jul 16 2009, 02:13 PM

@teikwing,
Er.. nolah, not 24/7 Am gonna disappear for the weekend; have a wedding dinner in Melaka to attend so will be offline most of the time *blush*

@jimnuz,
I thought I oredi gave U an answer - pls refer to first few post in this thread for matters pertaining to warranty claims.

@soonwai,
Er.. Y is there a minimum RM30 p/month? U can do RM10 top up every 2 months right - that still keeps the account active, isn't it?

@eekwan7,
Yes U can except U won't be able to benefit from the FOC 500MB data offered by Maxis which will be made available only on that Hotlink number U activated the iPhone 3GS on.

@zdongdongz,
Thank U for the clarifications - I've moved away from the Hotlink pages eons ago [what to do? I old oredi mah!]

@djkeoni,
Wahh so deep.. let me digest what you're trying to say and then I get back to U - need to respond to these other people otherwise nanti cannot cope up !

@gogo2,
Er.. I suppose U could only if your current post paid plan is not tied to any plans.

@Superman7,
Yes that is right - the free 500MB is only applicable on the "prepaid" plans but the iValue plans do come with X amount of data usage, isn't it?

@vailance,
This isn't the right thread to put up notice to sell your iPhone 3G. Pls do so at Garage Sales instead.

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Added on July 16, 2009, 2:22 pm@djkeoni,
Am not able to give you the most accurate answer but ask yourself these questions:-

1) Do U fully utilise your current VP80 plan? If so, what is the percentage between call rates + SMS rates; it'll be good if U can even narrow down the % to Maxis-Maxis calls/SMS and Maxis-Non Maxis calls/SMS.
2) Use the above data to see if it will be enough if you sign up for iValue 2 plan
3) If it's not going to be enough, how much roughly additional wil u need to be pay?
4) With the information, you can do a calculation to see if the iValue2 or iData 2 plan is more suitable.

My personal view, go for the iData 2 plan because by signing up the iData 2 plan, your VP80 plan is still there and if you're under any Family Plus plans you still enjoy the benefits and lower call rates - [oh.. i forgot to take into account the 667 free minutes - iYah my Maths is lousy, U go do the calculation lah]. Also, your VP80 plan will cover the cost of your calls + SMS - U just need to top up the RM50 for the additional 500MB p/month.

I hope the above gives you a better inclination of what you're going to get urself into.

This post has been edited by tinkerbel: Jul 16 2009, 02:51 PM

disappear then who else will be attending all all the forummer queries?

@djkeoni:
i do agree with tink. you see, if you still wanna enjoy your current VP80 benefits such as lower call rates and frequent SMS, plus free calls to supp lines, just go for iData 2 albeit paying RM300 more than iValue 2 for the iPhone.

rather than subscribing to iValue 2 for the cheaper iPhone price, more data bundle but end up paying more if your calls exceed 667 minutes and SMS a lot. if you can stay within the limits of 667 minutes and does not SMS that much than okay la.

The curve at which part got road show ? is that they accept easy payment? i go maxis centre klcc ask they say only maxis road show can easy payment

@teikwing,
I thought we're taking turns; since I'm not free then U do it lor or U just get davidgary73 to do it, otherwise go ask nokia2003 to see if he's free to help out

@fansoption,
Curve isn't v big so just walk through the place but it should be around the Centre Court area lah. Am not sure about easy payments though.

@djkeoni:
i do agree with tink. you see, if you still wanna enjoy your current VP80 benefits such as lower call rates and frequent SMS, plus free calls to supp lines, just go for iData 2 albeit paying RM300 more than iValue 2 for the iPhone.

rather than subscribing to iValue 2 for the cheaper iPhone price, more data bundle but end up paying more if your calls exceed 667 minutes and SMS a lot. if you can stay within the limits of 667 minutes and does not SMS that much than okay la.

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I guess I gotta see if I can fit my calls within 667 mins + maybe purchase 500sms @ rm8 VERSUS keeping VP80 + adding iData 2

However, I do not have any sub lines under me nor am I on any Family plans.

So I am thinking is the long run benefit of an independent VP80 user as myself switching to iValue 2 would bring:
1)flat rate of 12 sen/min to all networks VERSUS 12sen (Maxis) / 15sen (Non-Maxis)
2)flat rate of 10 sen/sms to all networks VERSUS 5sen (Maxis) / 15 sen (Non-Maxis)

In any case a lot of my contacts & gf are on Maxis anyway...

This post has been edited by djkeoni: Jul 16 2009, 04:19 PM

@djkeoni,
It's really up to U to go check ur usage. Also, remember the 500SMS is only for Maxis-Maxis networks.

Go sign up ur gf on the Family Plus and U 2 will talk and SMS for free.. That way, I think the 667 minutes will be more than enuff

if there is any easy payment for the iphone for sure i will take, cant get 2.4k lump sum for the phone...

for those constantly (x3) asking for an easy payment plan, here you go: DirectAccess

any further questions about anything regarding Direct Access, please direct them to CIMB callcentre / sales personnel / website. please don't ask them here.

This post has been edited by jackhammer84: Jul 16 2009, 05:10 PM

I was wondering if I sign up for a 12-month iValue Plan with Maxis, and let's say I sell off my iPhone 3GS after 8 months.

Will I then be able to use the iValue SIM card on other phones and enjoy the packaged calls & data for the remaining 4 months? Or will Maxis be able to detect that I'm using the SIM card on another phone and then 'rescind some of the privileges of the rate plans should the registered line not be used with the purchased iPhone 3GS' as stipulated in Maxis' Terms & Conditions No.6?

Yup thanks. I guess for me it boils down to either:

Option 1
Choose iValue 2
- live within 667 mins + enjoy 1 GB data but pay additional for each sms @ 10sen / buy 500 Maxis-Maxis sms @ rm8
(pro's: more data, flat rate of 10sen for calls after 667 mins & rm400 iPhone discount) (con's: pay for each sms additionally)

Monthly Minimum Bill : rm155

or

Option 2
Choose iData 2
- live within current VP80 plan + enjoy 500MB data + sign gf up with Family Plus for free calls & sms between us
(pro's: inclusive calls & sms up to rm80 & can still create/maintain supplementary call benefits)
(con's: less data & no rm400 iPhone discount)

Monthly Minimum Bill : (rm80 + rm50) = rm130

Which would most of you choose?

I suppose if you wanna:

Surf more on your phone - pick iValue!
Surf moderately + maintain calls, sms & supplementary benefits - pick iData!

Question
1) Is there any restriction in the t & c to sign up a 'non-family member' under Family Plus?
2) As stated above (I may be wrong!) but Family Plus benefits do not work with iValue plans right?

Also just for curiosity sake, what iPhone 3GS and rate/plan are you taking up? Also for teikwing?

i not sure whether 3GS is the same or not. before this, i asked maxis representative about whether any installment plan available for the iphone 3G, they said maybank, HSBC are available.

@heartofjoy:
so far, there has been no reports/news by forummers who sold off their 3G and still keeping their iValue facing any difficulties on using iValue on other phones or have their benefits forfeited.

@djkeoni:
agreed on the bolded part. iData is way more flexible. as for me, i'm not getting the 3GS but if i were to get one, iData is my pick. as i still wanna enjoy my free calls to my supplementary lines, SMS a lot and will not be surfing on my phone most of the time as i have WiFi at home and only use it occasionally when i'm out.

and i think tink is not getting 3GS under Maxis as she got hers from Aussie. (maybe in the future?)

1. nahh. no restrictions. i think Maxis define 'Family' as people who are close to you. not all those couples who are on Family Plus are married.

2. as stated in the CAQ on the first page:



@takky:
mind to clarify on your statement as in which Maxis representative you got the info from? if it's true then i'll add the info in the CAQ section.

This post has been edited by teikwing: Jul 16 2009, 05:33 PM

I called maxis customer service this morning to confirm whether i can still maintain my VP80 to get 3G S. The answer is YES but i have to subscribe any iData plan to secure 3G S. So, my decision is to maintain my 2 months left contract ( VP80 ) and get my 3G S with subscribe to iData1 plan RM30.

advice and suggestions are most welcome. thx

Noob question here guys / gals,

I have a Bold and currently a Maxis customer on an unlimited data package + BB service (about RM120) and also on a value RM150 plan. I have ONE supplementary line and on the Friends / Family Package.

I intend to buy the 3GS for its amazing library of applications but not ditch the BB due to superior push technology.

My noob-like question is as follows:

1) What are my ONLY options to get the 3GS without paying anymore since i'm happy with my Value Rm150 and the unlimited data package + BB Service?

2) I actually have 2 sim cards for my main line (on the Bold). I have 2 because i lost one last time, got a new one, days later, found the old one. Let's say somehow or rather i now own the 3GS; if i put my other 'spare' sim card inside my 3GS, would i still be able to surf (data) on both my Bold and 3GS at the same time? And what happens to voice calls now; which phone would ring if both phones are turned on?

Thank you in advance.