UPDATE: Maxis Nexus S unit is using S-LCD, not Super AMOLED as reported earlier.
Yeap, you read that right. You can get the Nexus S from RM799 outright without any contract from Maxis. All you need to do is sign up for any Value Plus Internet plan and the Nexus S is your for RM799 at selected Maxis centres and MEPs. The offer starts today until stocks of the device is all sold.
It’s not a bad deal but if you’re in market for a decent Android smartphone, do take into account that the newer 1.4Ghz single-core Galaxy W is just RM200 more at RM999 outright. In terms of specs there’s really nothing much separating the two devices, both have 5MP cameras and 512MB RAM. Aside from that the Galaxy W shoots video in 720p which the Nexus S can’t but on the flipside the Nexus S has a bigger and better screen (4-inch Super AMOLEDS-LCD versus 3.7-inch S-LCD on the Galaxy W). You also get NFC with the Nexus S, on the Galaxy W you don’t.
The big deal is with the Nexus S being a Google phone, you can be sure that the Nexus will get Ice Cream Sandwich sooner that the Galaxy W, actually sooner than most Android devices.
And that’s pretty much it. We’re not discounting that this is still a decent deal if you don’t mind the trade-offs.
Head on over to after the jump for details on the selected Maxis centres and MEPs and answers to some of your frequently asked questions.
Selected Maxis centres:
Klang Valley
KLCC
Sunway Pyramid
Gardens Mall
TTDI
Northern
Ipoh
Penang I-Centre
Southern
Danga Bay I-Centre
East Coast
Kuantan
East Malaysia
Kuching
Warisan Square, KK
FAQs:
1. What is this offer all about?
This offer allows customers who sign up for any Value Plus Internet plan to buy the Samsung Nexus S outright at RM799.
2. Where do I go if I encounter any fault with the device I purchase?
You can go back the service centre of each manufacturer.
3. Do I have to sign up any contract to purchase Samsung Nexus S for this promo?
No, there is no contract binding for this offer.
4. How many units can I purchase under this offer?
Customer can purchase up to 5 units outright when you sign up for the Value Plus Internet Plan.
5. Where can I get Samsung Nexus S at RM799?
At selected Maxis centres as stated before and selected dealers.
6. How/Who do I contact if I have further queries about this device/offer?
You can check out our website or visit our Maxis centres for more information.
7. Who is entitled for this offer?
Customer who signs up for either Value Plus Internet 50, 80 or Supp 30.
8. Is there any advance payment that I need to pay to sign up for this offer?
No, this is non-contractual so no advance payment required.
9. Must I sign up for any data package if I want to purchase the handset at the offer price?
No, this is an outright promotion.
10. Will there be any roadshow events for this offer?
Yes there will be roadshow happening and we will inform on the date once it is confirmed.
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