QUOTE(Dinghydoggy @ Oct 3 2014, 04:35 PM)
I realize no one knows the exact release date. I'm asking for opinions on how long you guys think Apple Malaysia would be out of stock, based on previous iPhone release trends.
I'm holding out for warranty 'cause I'm only going to the States at the end of Nov, when it would be launched in Malaysia by then, so might as well get one with warranty. Buying it now would incur a premium, either from middlemen or shipping. Buying straight from the States would be cheaper.
But if it's gonna be out of stock for months after launch in Malaysia and I can only get it in Jan next year or something like that, I'd rather just pick it up when I get to the States in Nov. Dunno if I can tahan two more months with a phone that sometimes cannot slide to answer, lags like crazy, and lasts less than half a day.

it is totally up to you bro.
I believe most of us here including me that are waiting for local release are crossing fingers to get it on launch day be it lining up midnight or order it online.
How long it will be out of stock has never crossed my mind before, maybe i am positive thinker or i dont rush to get it.
Therefore, it is up to you entirely whether you want a local set with warranty with a risk of waiting for another few months or
you can get it from the states without having the risk of waiting for another few months but sacrifice the warranty.
So which is your priority? Getting a new phone asap or warranty?
You decide