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The number of smartphones with 4GB RAM has increased again with the official announcment of the OPPO R7s. Apart from the 4GB RAM, a 13MP rear camera with phase detection autofocus, 8MP front camera and 5.5-inch display with 2.5D glass, other tech specs and features look to be rather midrange. The design looks to be another full metal frame smartphone and while there isn't any Malaysia release date or pricing details, it is expected to arrive next month in November 2015.

According to the Sony Xperia Blog, Sony will update a number of devices right up to Android 6.0 Marshmallow without requiring users to download the Android 5.1 Lollipop update first. Unfortunately, there is no mention of any Malaysia release dates or any specific dates as to when each Xperia device will be getting said update. We expect said updates to come in the next few months but while you wait, check out the list below to see if your Sony Xperia device is listed (Dual SIM devices are also included where possible).

• Sony Xperia M4 Aqua
• Sony Xperia C4
• Sony Xperia C5 Ultra
• Sony Xperia M5
• Sony Xperia Z3+
• Sony Xperia Z4 Tablet

Sony recently announced a new member of the α7 series with the Sony α7S II in Singapore for RM13499 (body only) equipped with a full frame 35mm 12.2MP image sensor and BIONZ X™ image processing engine. Malaysians can pre-order the new camera from 9 October - 25 October this month only from Sony Malaysia, the pre-order promotion also includes a bundling package to mark the arrival of the α7S II. Those who have placed their pre-order can bring home a 128GB memory card, an Artisan strap and a Think Tank case.

According to some leaked roadmaps, certain Huawei and Honor smartphones should be getting their Android 6.0 Marshmallow updates. Of course, they'll all be using EMUI so we expect the current EMUI 3.1 to get an upgrade as well. No Malaysia release dates just yet but rumours indicate that the builds will start being made in November, so you can probably expect updates to appear either the end of the year or in 2016. For now, you can check out the lists below to find out if your Huawei or Honor device will be getting an Android 6.0 Marshmallow update.

• Huawei P8
• Huawei Mate 7
• Huawei Mate S
• Huawei P8 Youth Edition
• Huawei P8 Max
• Maimang 4 (Huawei G8 in China)
• Huawei G7 Plus
• Huawei G7
• Honor 7
• Honor 7i
• Honor 6 Plus
• Honor 6
• Honor X2
• Honor 4X
• Honor Play 4C

Digi Telecommunications Sdn Bhd (Digi) began its six launch events sale on 16th October 2015 nationwide with the Apple iPhone 6s and Apple iPhone 6s Plus. Many excited Apple fans queued up from 10pm to get their hands on Apple’s latest smartphones and other goodies. The Apple fans who pre-ordered the latest iPhone also enjoyed an additional RM200 rebate after signing up for the Digi SmartPlan 98, meanwhile the customers who weren’t Digi users got an RM300 rebate after switching to Digi. Digi also did the midnight delivery of pre-ordered iPhones to their customers’ doorsteps. 

After the various midnight launches last night, the Apple iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus are now officially available in Malaysia. Yesterday we did manage to handle both the iPhone 6s and the iPhone 6s Plus and both feel as slim and premium as the previous iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus. The major difference here is that only the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus have gold and rose gold colour options, the other smartphones, including the iPhone 5s only come in silver and space grey. Pricing remains the same despite the ringgit stabilizing somewhat at RM4.18 against 1 USD. This probably means we'll have to see a drop back to the previous RM3.5 or RM3.3 levels for Apple to reduce the pricing further. Regardless, you can get the latest and most expensive Apple iPhone now from the Apple Store Malaysia or check out our phone comparison tool for a plan which might suit your needs or budget.

Celcom's midnight grand launch for the Apple iPhone 6s and Apple iPhone 6s Plus has gone off with a bang with the first 6 to line up for the launch allowed to buy their smartphone of choice at just RM6.50. Featuring the iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus and iPhone 5s, subscribers can get the smartphones by signing with FIRST by Celcom plans with the iPhone 6s from RM1058 and the iPhone 6s Plus from RM1478. In addition to the existing Internet and Celcom Wifi data, Celcom will also be offering 12GB of complimentary data at 1GB per month for the next 12 months. Subscribers can also trade-in their current Apple iPhones for discounts of up to RM1900. Currently, the Apple iPhone 6s with 16GB storage is going for RM3199, making this a fairly good deal, especially if you like Celcom's faster network. The official sale began at 12am on 16 October 2015 with special delivery by celebrities such as Ella, but those who want their new iPhone on a FIRST by Celcom plan should go check out the Blue Cube@Sunway Pyramid, Blue Cube Publika, Celcom Centre Taman Molek, Johor Bahru and Blue Cube Elit Avenue Bayan Baru, Penang or go online at www.bluecube.com.my. For more details check out the pics and table below or go to the Celcom site.

With the official release of the Apple iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus happening at 12am on 16 October 2015 we've put together a quick telco plan comparison according to below RM100 and above RM200 monthly commitment payments. While you can just as easily do this with our phone plan comparison tool, the tables below should offer a quick look at what most people are worried about here in Malaysia, the price. As such the tables below cover the Apple iPhone 6s with 16GB storage for 24 month contracts and the various Malaysian telcos that support 24 month contract periods. As always, we recommend you opening up our phone plan comparison tool for a more specific comparison according to your own specifications but the tables below should help you determine which plan bundle works best for you if price is your main concern.

Celcom have announced that they will be offering the Apple iPhone 6s from RM1058 and the Apple iPhone 6s Plus from RM1478 on FIRST by Celcom plans for Malaysian subscribers. In addition to the existing Internet and Celcom Wifi data, Celcom will also be offering 12GB of complimentary data at 1GB per month for the next 12 months. That's not all, as customers can also trade-in their current devices for discounts of up to RM1900. Considering that even the iPhone 6s with 16GB storage is going for RM3199, this is a fairly good deal. The official sale will begin tonight at 12am on 16 October 2015, but those who want their new iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus or an iPhone 5s on a FIRST by Celcom plan should go check out the Blue Cube@Sunway Pyramid, Blue Cube Publika, Celcom Centre Taman Molek, Johor Bahru and Blue Cube Elit Avenue Bayan Baru, Penang starting from the same date. Here's what Celcom have to say about it but for more information check out the Celcom site.

“Celcom offers the fastest and widest-reaching 4G LTE network in all of Malaysia. Customers will love using their new iPhones on our network, enabling a great experience that will enhance their mobile needs.” Zalman Aefendy Zainal Abidin, Chief Marketing and Sales Officer, Celcom Axiata Berhad

Celcom recently announced their Apple iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus pre-order plans up until their usual midnight launch at 12am on 16 October 2015. While you have to pre-order with Celcom by walking in and physically filling up a form at a participating Blue Cube and Celcom store, you can get additional benefits with up to RM2000 worth of extra goodies and 12GB worth of complimentary Internet or data (1GB of data every month for the next 12 months). Specially selected pre-order subscribers can also get their iPhone 6s or iPhone 6s Plus delivered door-to-door at midnight on 16 October 2015.

Celcom have also released their iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus plan bundles revealing that you can sign up for a FIRST Basic 85, FIRST Basic 85 with Max up All and FIRST Elite plans. The plans come with both Internet and SMS OPTIMISER and you get 2 SIMS for the FIRST Elite plan. In addition, you can also get complimentary 12GB worth of Internet on top of the existing Internet and complimentary Celcom Wifi of each plan. While you do have to make an upfront payment, this will be rebated back for the next 10 months. Check out the Celcom site or tables below for more details.