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eikozai
post Oct 13 2022, 10:40 PM

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Sorry guys for being annoying with my posts here.

I wanna share on Digi AirSim.
Its available for RM10 monthly fee now for Digi Postpaid 40 since October 2022, which is weeks ago.

I just upgraded my plan from Digi Postpaid 38 to Digi Postpaid 40 just now, and with AirSim subscription, making my total commitment to RM50 only, excluded taxes and other chargeable add-ons.

If you are currently on Digi Postpaid 40 and above, you can activate the AirSim from Apple Watch app in your iPhone, no need walk-in to store. There's no configuration from their end, its more like an add-ons service.

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post Oct 17 2022, 11:24 AM

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QUOTE(thomas1983 @ Oct 17 2022, 09:19 AM)
Guys , anyone can help how to setup the cellular ? Am using xox prepaid and before purchase I did ask the cs and they said support …
But now I can’t activate …
Isit have to apply for esim for the watch only can use ?
Sorry if my question is way too noob 😬
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As far as i know, Apple Watch cellular only supports 3 telcos in Malaysia, which are Maxis, Digi and Celcom.
Other than this, no AW cellular supports.

eSim is different thing. Its cardless sim for iPhone/iPad. Technically they should work for AW as well, but it seems Apple is restricting the access to AW for these 3 telco only.

Digi named the AW cellular as AirSim, and keep the name eSim for iPhone/iPad cardless/simless access.

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post Oct 17 2022, 06:04 PM

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QUOTE(thomas1983 @ Oct 17 2022, 02:16 PM)
Thanks for the help …
I guess I just kena game by xox cs then 🤣
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Yeah, i think so too.

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post Oct 17 2022, 09:37 PM

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QUOTE(eikozai @ Oct 13 2022, 01:45 PM)
I use the measurement from Apple website. My wrist size is 140mm, and its on the low side of Size 3 (near to size 2). Snug fit but not tight.
I'll advice go with the Apple recommended size, no need for upsize or downsize it, unless u prefer smth loose or really tight.
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Review on solo loop.

My wrist measured at 140mm, hence im at beginning of size 3.

There’s a little gap/freeplay for my wrist here with size 3 solo loop, and i can easily snug in my little fingers without any resistance from the band.

It doesnt really feel uncomfortable but i wished its more snug fit as i start to feel a little annoyed with the little wobbling on my wrist. This is 5th days of using it, and i don’t think it get loose so fast as i only wear it at night when I'm slacking at home.

The weight of stainless steel can be a factor as it possessed greater momentum in comparison to the lighter weight Aluminium version.

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post Oct 19 2022, 01:23 PM

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QUOTE(vkashin @ Oct 19 2022, 11:51 AM)
out of topic but may i know if you are using 41 or 45mm AW? thanks
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Im using 41mm.
45mm is out of proportion on my wrist sad.gif
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post Oct 19 2022, 02:17 PM

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QUOTE(ibnwara @ Oct 19 2022, 02:06 PM)
is Uniq Garde Series 7 fitted with Series 8?
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Series 7 and 8 same size, can fit.

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post Oct 21 2022, 09:43 AM

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QUOTE(hafiziza @ Oct 13 2022, 11:00 AM)
Thanks for the model number. I'm waiting for the new one. I've been using the old one (white color) since May 2021 and it's still working. Definitely worth the money.
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I start to see where u r coming from for the fast charge.
The difference is charging time is apparent, especially when having low percentage and need to put it on the wrist soon.

From 80% to 100% in 15 minutes is crazy time saving with fast charge, and the same took like near to half an hour with normal charge. Been comparing this 2 for my morning charging before starting my long day outside of home.

By end of the day when im back home, i just wanna get it charged up before my sleep, and that charging time really takes very long time with normal charge, like up to 2 hours.

No regret getting WIZ009, but i’ll consider getting another WIZ017 once its available on our shore.

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post Oct 21 2022, 10:49 PM

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QUOTE(Acethriller @ Oct 13 2022, 11:32 PM)
This is great. I was thinking to check with digi. Thanks for sharing.
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My latest bill with AirSim for Postpaid 40. Prorated billing since i upgraded the plan in last 2 days before monthly renewal.

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post Oct 22 2022, 01:53 PM

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QUOTE(thomas1983 @ Oct 22 2022, 12:27 PM)
Airsim only RM1 per month ?
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Its supposed to be RM10/month.
But i just subscribed to it 2 days prior to my billing cycle, hence the prorated fee was charged at RM1.
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post Oct 28 2022, 12:49 PM

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QUOTE(Shengo @ Oct 28 2022, 10:13 AM)
Hi all... are we able to use Spotify to listen to music without the phone on the GPS version? Not really sure how it works..
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Download to ur Spotify in AW.
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post Oct 30 2022, 11:10 AM

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I am quite impressed with AW8 battery drainage.

Had it full charged to 100% before my sleep on Friday night and was having it on my wrist until this morning (Sunday) and i woke up with 19% battery juices.

Did a 2 hours badminton session with it for Workout tracking, and that doesnt even flinched the battery juices a lot. Well, at least not more than what i would have expected.

That’s about 36+- hours on the wrist, minus 10-15 minutes for my shower time that i put it down without charging it.
19% remaining battery juice is a very good number.

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post Oct 31 2022, 03:46 PM

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QUOTE(lawrencesha @ Oct 31 2022, 11:01 AM)
Eh? Got new plan? 2 yrs ago, I go apply for airsim, they say the cheapest plan is RM90+.
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Yes, they lowered the eligible plans for AirSim to Postpaid 40. Its since October 2022.
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post Nov 4 2022, 04:19 PM

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QUOTE(SirRieq @ Nov 4 2022, 03:46 PM)
Hi gais.. new AW user here from fitbit. Just wanna ask, what is the best case protector for aw8 without scratch the AW?

I do some reading, there are a case protector that will scracth the aluminum part of AW in long run.
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Use it naked. Going in 4th week, havent got any scratch yet on my SS Graphite. Wife's aluminium version also no scratch yet.

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post Nov 5 2022, 12:06 AM

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How sad can this be?
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post Nov 18 2022, 12:20 AM

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Can anyone recommend reputable leather band makers that can ship to our country?

I like Bandwerks but the nearest they ship is to Singapore. Gotta trouble someone to help ship back to Malaysia.

Nomad Watch Works is nice and affordable, but my choice always out of stock.

Not a big fan of Nomad Goods though~
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post Dec 8 2022, 10:23 AM

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QUOTE(langstrasse @ Dec 8 2022, 12:47 AM)
Hi guys could you share what are your top 3 benefits from using the Apple Watch 8? Or which features add the most value to you?

I’m tempted to buy the watch 8 (currently using an old Fitbit) but I honestly can’t answer myself this question (what benefit is it going to bring to me?).

I do appreciate the health metrics, but besides that I’m a bit worried that the screen would be another source of distraction.

Anyway would love to hear your thoughts !
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The Sleep tracking is efficient for me to understand how my day will be affected and i can be more alert on my approaches.

Mindfulness is an underrated apps which many dont find it usefull, but for me i find it important as it managed to capture my stress moment and put up a notifications requiring me to take a short break or perform better management for the situation. It can also predict if u fall into hard moments. So far its all accurate.

Other than that, the active rings are alwis visible to keep track on the daily goals.

One thing, to fully utilize the full feature of AW, must get the cellular version. Its actually very convenient without the phone. I have less time with the phone now, hence reduced up to 50% of my phone screen time. Once u get the grip of responding to msg, calls and notification on the AW, the phone is just another bank token and double as tablet.

ApplePay never disappoint, i am able to transfer up to 90% of retail transactions from eWallets to ApplePay. Banks give rebates as well (SC and MBB) for ApplePay usages. Best part, even with transaction above RM250 dont require to key in pin numbers on the device, just tap and go. Effectively reduce the unnecessary contacts, and hassles free from topping up eWallets and key in pincodes. It just work. Apple Pay is safer as the transactions perform on ur credit card dont reveal ur actual credit card numbers, it will show smth different to the merchant and receipt.

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post Jan 10 2023, 12:10 AM

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QUOTE(kiddokitt @ Jan 9 2023, 01:13 PM)
I’m disappointed that my current Digi Postpaid 40 plan isn’t eligible yet to apply for Air Sim.
Already contacted Customer Service and they said since AW8 is pretty new, they have yet to configure it at their end, or something like that.
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Bullshit from that Digi CS. U can directly activate the AirSim from Watch app in iPhone if u already subscribed to Postpaid 40.

“Watch > My Watch > Mobile Data > Mobile Plan”

Im using Digi Postpaid 40 and utilizing AirSim in my AW8 since October.

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post Jan 11 2023, 01:30 PM

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QUOTE(kiddokitt @ Jan 11 2023, 06:36 AM)
Thanks for your reply. Will continue to chase Digi.

On another note, just found out HSBC is now an eligible participating bank for Apple Pay. Nice timing indeed. Will get one of their cards for this purpose.
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Good info u shared regarding HSBC now support ApplePay.
Been waiting to get rid of the card from my wallet for months. Haha..
Nowadays my wallet is much more slimmer with cashless and cardless.
Only carry IC, driving license, 1 credit card for filling petrol due to the cashback benefit.

The AirSim no need chase Digi CS, u can do it yourself as long as ur mainline is already on Postpaid 40.
Use your iPhone, go to the Watch app and trigger from the setting i shared earlier. Its a 2 minutes process.
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post Jan 11 2023, 07:43 PM

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QUOTE(kiddokitt @ Jan 11 2023, 07:29 PM)
That part is greyed out on my phone , rendering it totally unresponsive. Even went to Digi Store and showed it to the staff and they too were gobsmacked. And said the same thing as Digi CS, essentially it’s a system thing that they need to sort out.

So, here I am waiting to use the Cellular bit of my watch. In the meantime , console myself by getting the HSBC card for the Apple Pay feature.
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I see, sorry i didn’t knew about it earlier.
I done mine in The Garden’s Digi. The CS there are more attentive and detailed, despite waiting time could be longer.
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post Jan 12 2023, 04:16 PM

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QUOTE(PeeEl @ Jan 12 2023, 02:12 PM)
Folks, is it just mine only or any or some of you have this issue too?

1. Starbucks app does not appear on my Watch8
2. Touch n Go also not appearing
3. These 2 apps are not even in the App Store in my Watch when searched for.

Any input on the above is appreciated.
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Not all apps are supported in WatchOS.
eWallets aren't supported at the moment, so we are left with only ApplePay for supported banks.

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