i used to share my 3g connection (from laptop with maxis/celcom bb, share to ipod touch) before. it IS really really slow

I am sharing Maxis BB 3G from the iMac to the rest of the house, it really depends when you're connected, I usually get fast connections but sometimes it's slow. I think the problem is Maxis not sharing itself but then again I don't use a mifi.

You might be right... the way 3G handling data and our normal streamyx handling data is different..

I notice that 3G only start to load another source when it's current source has finish download.

Correct me if im wrong...

the difference could also be with the way ipad handles the different connection. For example, iPad recognises wifi connection to be faster than a 3G. As such, some games or apps, require wifi connection to run. Having a 3G connection is not sufficient.

Maybe the way it handles the 2 connection, just a theory, could be causing the slow speed.

Like the OS assumes wifi to be of greater speed, so it lets you load multiple websites at a time, but if you're on 3G it loads 1 at a time, and queues the rest.

Hi all
A newbie here, and want to consider an Ipad + 3G as my next gadget. I normally carry 2 phones with me, one for my normal calls (company) while the other is on my HTC HD2 which is mainly used for data (mobile surfing) plus rare occasion of calls.

Now that my HTC have sank to the bottom of the sea off the coast of Pahang, i got my Digi data plan sim replaced, and is sitting on my desk without a phone. Can i get a Ipad 3G and use the Digi data plan sim card with it? I understand it requires cutting or getting a new micro-sim, but can it be used if i plug it into a new Ipad? If it works, I may consider an Ipad for my mobile surfing, while saving my eyes from squinting on a small 4.3" screen.

Thanks for the advice.

@Nitrous

Yes you can. Since you mentioned data-only, that is exactly what I'm using with my iPad and Galaxy S. As for the sim-cutting, you can either contact beavis68, ksc_3688 or me, but I'm not available today as I'm leaving for Paris. The other two members mentioned can help you with the sim-cutting and provide the micro-sim-to-normal-sim adapter for a fee, should you like to reuse the modified sim back into a normal phone.

@leongtat,
I don't know how it works. All I know is that when I connect 2 devices on the MiFi, the speed slows down tremendously - it doesn't seem norm.

I will test again tonight to check if the speed is slowed down on both devices or on only one and report back

@stringfellow,
Haf fun in Paris and see ya when ur back, with good news `k?

*will start praying to ensure there's minimal queue*

This post has been edited by tinkerbel: Aug 13 2010, 05:17 PM

@ stringfellow
Thanks a lot for the reply. The Digi sim is normally used for data, although calls are sometimes put through on it. I presume the Ipad will not support GSM voice even though the Digi sim allows it, is it correct? Thus will I lose the GSM call capability if I use on Ipad?

Thanks for the advice.

@Nitrous,
Yup.. U won't b able to receive or make calls using the iPad since there's no phone function on that device

It actually depends on the strength of 3G in the area you are. I don't face any problem when I'm in area where I have strong 3G coverage even when connected with multiple device

@ Nitrous

My response would echo Tink's. I'm using Maxis on my 3G iPad, as although I get the "Your Sim is sending you a message" popup on the iPad, there aren't any way to check what message that is. I am using a purely data micro sim on my iPad, so it's probably just notifications about data usage and such.

@Tink

I've cancelled the Segway tour, so it's a leisurely stroll to Champ Elysees for your "stuff". As for the VAT refund, depends on how crowded Charles de Gaulle is.

if you really wanna make calls on the ipad

Good find, but it's okay. I have my iPhone for that.

congrates for V3...

i jus wonder what is de different or major update for FW 3.2.2???huge diff on it???

besides, anyone using goodreader for powerpoint viewing?i having issue when i try to open big file for ppt in goodreader...file size more than 10MB, i will having problem open it or it will jump out to home screen when scroll on tis big file...any better apps for ppt viewing?

thx

How to use chat like msn, yahoo I'm iPad?

there are many instant messaging apps..

i can no longer wait it no more....im gonna get it....
last question before i do get it though...

itune store...can i create account at any store...or im only bound to sg?

@YannYann,
Yes there are many such IM applications. Obviously the better ones are paid apps

@karwaidotnet,
Yes u can create iTunes store ID in whichever store u want to create it in as long as u have a local address

I tried PennyTel ( VOIP Apps in Australia) with the Iphone original handset and it works on an IPAD! I am actually making calls from IPAD !

This is funny :

http://teqnolog.wordpress.com/2010/08/13/a...ts-job-on-ipad/

This is funny:
http://teqnolog.wordpress.com/2010/08/13/a...ts-job-on-ipad/

MODERATORS NOTE: DO NOT DOUBLE POST !!!!!!!!!!!!