how do i know if im using internet on my phone via home wireless?
im running without BIS now.

thks

Without BIS you cant use WiFi, bcoz only with BIS you can access to WiFi with some setting to be done on Network and Native Browser...

i've set my ringing volume to 10 but i still feel the ringing tone very soft.. how to solve it?

anybody knows whether celcom/maxis will be bringing in the red/white Torch?checked with bluecube today they mentioned they've never even heard about it before -.-

so torch dont have T9 ?

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Added on November 3, 2010, 9:10 pmmy torch shows media card repair failed!

wat is the problem?
it says my media card got problem and need to be repair..

This post has been edited by magiara: Nov 3 2010, 09:10 PM

Repair and diagnosed via PC and Laptop...

hmm how?

Given that it took them this long to even bring the original Torch to Malaysia, I wouldn't hold your breath for the red or white version that is not yet even out in US yet I think.

Celcom ? refer here : http://www.mobileemail.vodafone.com.my/

Maxis ? refer here : http://www.maxis.blackberry.com/

Picked up my Torch today and have been playing with it for the last 3 hours. A few observations I'd like to share for those considering buying one:-

Sliding mechanism

- firm, solid, no goyang-ing when its slid out or tucked in. Test it before you take it home in case you get a defective unit


Resolution

- a lot has been written about this, and the general view is very damning because of the numbers. Good news, the negative reviews are not true. Ok, so you don't have a HD screen, but pictures are well rendered, so are sites and text. It won't win any photography awards, but it will do the job without you really noticing the difference (unless you are really fussy). Not fantastic, but not horrible.,


Touchscreen keyboard

- good and not easy to make typing mistakes (this coming from a touchscreen noob)


Weight

- Heavier than the bold, but I think its not overly heavy. On par or lighter than Iphone 4 if you want to compare


Scrolling

- No lag noticed. But thats probably because I close what I don't use when I browse. If you happen to have 4-6 apps running in the background, it will likely lag but not yet tested.


Battery life

- This is my main complain. Gonna try the solutions on RIM support forums and see if it helps. Do bear in mind the Torch's battery is weaker than the Bold 9700, and the Torch is more power hungry, so the shorter lifespan is reasonably expected. Hope a higher capacity battery is out soon.


Keyboard

- Thinner than Bold, takes a while to get used to. Buttons are just as good as the 9700, but the thinness will feel a bit odd at first


Keylock button

- Too sensitive (maybe just mine, or maybe its the design). Tend to accidentally unlock.


Optical trackpad, BB button, Call/DC button

- I noticed my model has a loose panel. Gonna take it back tomorrow to have it changed. Double check your model before you go home to avoid this (apparently its a fairly common problem).


Boot-up time

- fast compared to Bold 9700 (1-2 minutes)


Phone locking up / hanging / freeze

- No instances so far


Summation:-

I like it. Doesn't make me drool or hyper, but keeps me happy. Easy to get used to coz all the basics we love are still there, and lets you taste what its like to use the touchscreen. Migrating data from my Bold to Torch was easy with DM6, and OS6 is a nice facelift. New webkit is a big improvement over the old native browser, reminds me a bit of opera mini.


Cons:-

- shorter battery life
- loose optical trackpad panel (check yours before you accept it)

Nice review Mark... Enjoy your new Toy

Next week. I just received word from DiGi.

Not sure of the package they'll offer though.

By the way, very concise review of the Torch CKJMark. Would be beneficial to soon-to-be-owners of the Torch.

Package and price I will try to get from insider ASAP!

With newer models, yes you can use WiFi even if you didn't subscribe to BIS.

This is without tweaking any settings to the network and native browser.

Just tried it on one of my BlackBerry with a SIM card with no BIS subscribed.

Sorry didnt aware of that coz didnt try Torch 9800 personally before..

Just to add to what I said just now, you can only use WiFi for browsing, and browsing AppWorld.

3rd party apps like Twitter, Facebook cannot be used unless you subscribe to a BIS plan with your telco.

nice review CKJMark

Get mine 2morrow...but intend to sell it or maybe not see if got good offer..

Getting from Maxis?

From Celcom.. bro..upgrade plan.

This post has been edited by weileong: Nov 3 2010, 11:33 PM

Without a doubt, Celcom's offer is indeed attractive.