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A Better Experience at the Apple Store Genius Bar
After remembering Myong’s disastrous visit to the Apple Store’s Genius Bar, I was a little hesitant of going, but I decided to give the Genius Bar a try. The problem? My MacBook Pro started turning off for no apparent reason after about 30 minutes of use. Battery is charged, and it never has had a problem while connected to the AC adapter.
When on battery power, my MBP turned off on me for several days straight. On Apple’s Support Discussion boards, there have been some discussion about this same problem affecting other MBP users, some involving a battery recall. So I figured I’d let the geniuses take a look.
I made a reservation at the Ala Moana store using Apple’s Concierge service. Got to the store on time, but I had to wait a few minutes for my turn. I got to play with the on-display iPhones, and they’re sweet! The scrolling and finger flicking is cool.
I explained my problem to the Genius (didn’t catch his name), and he took a look at some settings. One thing that caught his eye was that according to the System Profiler software, my battery was charged only 17 times over the course of over a year. That ain’t right. After filling out forms and doing other things, my MBP turned off by itself.
The end result? I got a replacement battery free of charge for my visit to the Genius Bar. Buying a new battery costs around $130, but since this one appeared defective, it was a free swap.
Hope this fixes the problem. Thanks Apple!
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Listmania: Who Should Host Club 939’s Birthday Bash?
Hawaii’s hottest gentlemen’s club, Club 939, is turning 2 years old. So of course, a party is needed to celebrate continued debauchery! The search is on to find a hostess for this premiere event.
Club 939 is looking for a local female celebrity who would be the emcee for the night. No, that doesn’t mean she’s part of the 939 entertainment. She’s there to keep the partying rolling and bring in the star power.
So Pulp readers, who do you think would make a good hostess for the 939 bash? Make your recommendations now!
I’ll lead it off with my recommendations. I got to steal the Tabasco Man’s thunder and nominate Miss Hawaii, Radasha Hoohuli. Young, in the spotlight, and building a following. But… may not want to be associated with a gentlemen’s club even if merely emceeing a party.
My second choice is Shawnee Hammer, formerly of the I-94 Wake Up Crew, and now a bridal consultant. She’s been on the radio and has her own fashion TV show on OC16, so she got the requisite emcee skills. Bonus would be having husband Gregg Hammer tag along. Though he’s a pro at hosting parties, he wouldn’t have to work but having him at the 939 bash would up its cred. Besides didn’t they both work for 93(.)9 at one time?
My last nomination would be Olena Rubin, another Miss Hawaii. She’s got the in’s, and she’s reachable.
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The Moanalua Shopping Center Is New!
Headed to the Moanalua Shopping Center today to get a new work ID card. Haven’t been to that location for years and when I got there, I was surprised to see how much it’s changed. Gone is that old sign with the big “M”. The entire center has been revamped next to Naval facilities. Very nice!
The shopping center is more of an eating center with what I guess is 75% eating places. Taco Bell, McDonalds, Ruby Tuesdays, Baskin Robbins, Taco Del Mar, Koa Pancake House, a Chinese restaurant, and a Jamba Juice and Starbucks combo.
Best part is that the back entrance of the Naval building leads right to Starbucks! So while you’re waiting for your turn, you can go out the back, get a drink, and return in no time. And if you do go for work stuff, don’t mind the “Now Serving” number. That thing is inaccurate! Best to sit in the waiting area to hear the numbers being called.
Watch the Hawaii iPhone Debut
If you too were watching the iPhone action from the sidelines, don’t worry. You can see the action as it unfolded at the Ala Moana Apple Store in this video. Yes, Tannya Joaquin was there reporting for KHON2 News.
It’s Official – Hawaii Contributed to the iPhone Frenzy
It took a little while longer than I thought, but Hawaii continues its fad-ish ways by joining in the iPhone frenzy and making the iPhone a sellout throughout the state.
Yep, if you go to one of the two (three in the future) Apple Stores in Hawaii, you can’t go home with an iPhone. I think the local AT&T stores are sold out as well since they received less phones than Apple’s retail stores.
I don’t know if the non-availability of the iPhone merely increases its hype and desirability?
Apple Store for the Tourists
Apple loves the Hawaii tourist industry, or they know that tourists like to spend money.
“Hey, what’d you do on your Hawaiian vacation?”
“I picked up this cool new iPhone for $500 bucks!”
Apple is planning on opening up a third Apple Store in Hawaii in the renovating Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center. So after stuffing your face at the Cheesecake Factory, you can check out some Apple goodness.
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iPhones Sold Out at Hawaii Apple Stores
Well, well, the frenzy of the iPhone actually did continue throughout its release weekend. Now Apple’s iPhone Availability web site is showing both the Ala Moana and Kahala Apple Stores as being sold out of iPhones.
I wonder if the iPhone was an island wide sell out?
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iPhones Still Available in Hawaii
Though I thought the iPhone would sell out over its release weekend, as of Saturday night, iPhones were still available at both Apple Stores in Hawaii. This according to Apple’s iPhone availability system.
Some AT&T stores sold out, but there’s still a day to go to see if the iPhone can indeed sell out statewide.
iPhone Hoarding in Hawaii?
As the last place for iPhones to go on sale, news of the iPhone frenzy is all over the media. Because of sell outs in other states, could hoarding iPhones in Hawaii be occurring?
True, true, purchases at the Apple Stores are limited to 2 per person, but it seems as those in line at the Ala Moana Apple Store may be buying two iPhones each just because! eBay has their fair share of iPhone resells with typically prices hovering around $1000.
Coverage of the Hawaii iPhones sales will be on at least KHNL and KITV with crews already there. Good thing HPD is on the scene providing security against microphone thieves!
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Don Quijote Kailua
The Daiei store in Kailua finally changed their name over to Don Quijote. While they were under Don Quijote ownership, the outside sign still said Daiei.
As of Friday, June 15, the new Don Quijote sign is up (and employees have new red Don Quijote shirts).
And nothing portrays the eclectic cultural mix of foods at Don Quijote like some Mexican flavored ramen! Anyone try the Cup Noodles Spicy Chile Chicken??