Apple iPhone OS 3.0
The new OS 3.0 comes out 17 June (taking into account time difference from US) in SG and I’m sure many iphone users are anticipating the new software. I’ve been using the Developers Release version of the software the past few days and I thought I’ll give my views. It’s basically the same as the public release.
Firstly, I just want to say, the new OS is worth upgrading to. It’s snappier, the phone really does feel smoother and the apps do not lag as much when loading. GPS also picks up your location much faster than before. It’s like a new phone! haha
There were initial rumours that MMS and tethering would only work with Singtel users, well, I can safely say that MMS works just as well on Starhub! Been MMSing heaps lately! 
So much easier on an iPhone. lol
Some Starhub users may not see the MMS camera icon when you SMS after having just upgraded. I’m not sure if this will be the same for the public release but this is a fix that should enable MMS for Starhub and possibly M1 users.
Under Settings >> General >> Network >> Cellular Data Network, input your Starhub settings as below. M1 users can easily find out their MMS settings by calling M1 Customer service or via online. The settings are no different to those for other phones.
Cellular Data:
APN – shwapint
Username -
Password -MMS
APN – shmms
Username -
Password -
MMSC – http://mms.starhubgee.com.sg:8002
MMS Proxy – 10.12.1.80
After entering the settings, it should look something like the visual below.
You will also have to add your own mobile number under Settings >> Phone >> My Number.
Lastly under Settings >> General >> Network, turn Data Roaming ON and OFF once. Then reboot the phone. The MMS Camera Icon should now appear when you SMS people.
There are heaps of nice new features in the new OS 3.0, most of which are plastered all over the web by now. So I won’t go through all of them. Just some nice new ones which I liked, first is sharing of contacts, you can now send contacts to other phones!
And one I find real handy, is the ability to change iTunes accounts within the phone, instead of previously having to connect to iTunes to change accounts. Good for those which multiple accounts like me. I have a US and SG account.
All in all, OS 3.0 is great. And I’m finding out small new features daily. Some are huge changes and some are small ones which makes the phone just that much better. So look forward to local SG 17 June where the new OS should be available for download! Woot!
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Thanks. That was very useful.
I’ve did what you instructred to enable MMS. I did get the MMS icon to appear, but I can’t send MMS to anyone. “failure”
DId you remember to add your own mobile number under Settings >> Phone >> My Number? Double check the MMS settings for starhub?
if you did,, hrmm I’m not so sure why u can send. Cause it works for not only me, but a other people as well.
Hi,
Can you try and help me with M1 settings? Can’t get it to work.
Do I hate to enable 3G? I did have my GPRS disabled by calling Starhub to do so.
I’m using Starhub student plan with unlimited incoming and outgoing SMS/MMS.
works great, thanks for the tip
Great piece of info… Thanks buddy….
Zul, ya. 3G needs to be enabled
Okay, thanks. I just figured that out. No wonder. Cos’ I did call Starhub to disable GPRS for my mobile number cos’ previously while I was using Singtel, I got a huge bill for GPRS cos’ my iPhone goes surfing using GPRS unknowingly.
For those that need M1 Settings,
Cellular Data
APN: miworld
Username: 65
Password: user123
MMS
MMSC: http://mmsgw:8002/
Proxy: 172.16.14.10:8080
APN/Username/Password: leave blank
Hi, i have insert all the information u given, but it still not working … =.=
can please hlep me ? and the phone number format..
Hrmm,, u on starhub? Cause it should work. I’m not so sure about M1 settings. U have 3G enabled on ur service?
hi, i m using a starhub sim card in a singtel iphone 3G.
recently i upgraded my firmware to 3.0 and after that i can’t connect to the internet via 3G. i can still make calls and mms though.
i had no such problem when i was using the iphone firmware 2.x
do u know what i should do? thanks.
Did you follow the Starhub settings as in this post above? Cause MMS settings are different to 3G settings. So maybe you need to set your 3G settings properly.
If not, you can try out the steps in this post, http://www.chazrt.net/2009/06/activate-mms-tethering-on-iphone-os-3-0-for-starhub-users/
THX
hi chaz
tks for the great info but somehow the’shmms’ keep disappearing! i have to key in everything manuelly as it was not save in ther.
Did anyhow encounter such problems.
thank you
Hi i’ve done everything right and accordingly(checked 3 times)…
The cam button is available when i go to sms but the main problem now is i’m unable to send any MMS, unable to surf internet.. by the way i did notice that ever since i applied to the $5 dollar data plan from starhub my iphone doesn’t show “3G” icon anymore!
any help available here?
THANKS IN ADVANCE!
Hey Jason,, You on Starhub rite?
Try the steps on this page instead. http://www.chazrt.net/2009/06/activate-mms-tethering-on-iphone-os-3-0-for-starhub-users/
im unable to see the pic as attached in mms sent to me by my friend..
is there any way i can get around it?
I am using a starhub sim. I have entered all teh settings. My MMS can work and it is 3G enabled. However it cannot connect to the internet. Any help?
hrmm not sure about that. If you have entered all the settings correctly, it should work. Esspecially if MMS works already.