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Optical Image Stabilization or OIS is often the key feature which lets you take steady shots and videos with your smartphone. However, the Xiaomi Mi 5 now offers a new 16MP rear camera with 4-axis stabilization to go with other high-end tech specs like the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor. This anti-shake feature goes head-to-head with the OIS and smart digital stabilization in the Apple iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus in the video below. Check it out to see which one stays steadier.

We've seen quite a few add-on jelly lens that you can either seal on or clip on to a smartphone but ExoLens takes it a step further by offering a wide-angle, telephoto and macro add on lens using Zeiss optics. Quite obviously, the add-on lenses are much larger than your average jelly lens, but the frame is also suitably larger as well and can be mounted on a standard tripod stand. So far, it is just for the Apple iPhone 6s, 6s Plus, 6 and 6 Plus but there are plans for a Samsung Galaxy phone version as well. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details but ExoLens should be available in Q2 2016 at $299 (RM1322) for the macro and wide-angle lens or $199 (RM880) for the telephoto lens.

Recently a new research report from KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo surfaced, with plans about Apple’s 2016 iPhone launches, including the rumoured A9-based 4-inch iPhone and a 3GB RAM iPhone 7 Plus. 

According to this report Apple has a new 4-inch iPhone in the making that has a similar design to the iPhone 5s. Although equipped with an A9 processor, it will not include 3D Touch support like the iPhone 6s and 6s Plus. This is to keep the two products as their own. Apple aims to release the new product in the first half next year and could ship 20-30 million units through the end of 2016.

Celcom customers got the surprise of their lives last Thursday night, when local celebrities came delivering their new Apple Phone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus right to their doorsteps. This was organized by Celcom Axiata Berhad, using their FIRST™ by Celcom plans to reward their faithful customers. 

Consisting of a handful of Celcom FIRST™ customers living around Klang Valley area who had pre-ordered the latest Apple smartphones from 9 October to 14 October, these loyal customers were chosen to experience the privilege of getting a special delivery from local celebrities. Needless to say, all of them were amused, delighted and speechless by the sudden appearance of Amber Chia, Scha Al-Yahya, Winnie Soo, Jack Lim, Shaheizy Sam, Ella Aminuddin, Yasmin Hani, Sha’arin Mohammed Razali Wong and Awal Ashaari outside their homes.

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.