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Is there any any apple mac community in Hanoi ? Been looking for info on where mac enthusiasts get their hardware from and at a reasonable price.
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answered about 7 months ago by Alexis
There are no community per se, but I was recently considering the idea of building a MUG (Mac User Group) here... If there are any volunteers with a little bit of time left...
answered about 7 months ago by bobthebob01
yep, i'm in! i know there is a Veitnamese MUG, but they seems quite hermetic to foreigners. Probably the language barrier. Any how, i would be happy to be part of a MUG in Hanoi. I've been using Mac for....humm...i can't even remember exactly. So sharing this interest with others would be nice. AS for getting Apple hardware, there are the normal FPT shops but i think they are boosting their price quite nicely. i'm not even sure they are allowed by Apple to mark up that much. I know there are a lot of restriction and guideline to follow once you become authorised reseller by Apple. but T.I.V Alexis we can maybe start with a friendly meeting in a cafe or something, no?
answered about 7 months ago by LOFThanoi
Many thanks for the answer and I would like to chip in as well. Count me in if you guys are really interested to set up a MUG in Hanoi. Since I run a bar & restaurant in Hanoi. I would be more than happy to provide the venue for meet up's or other activities. Keep in touch guys.
answered about 7 months ago by Khumbu
I'd be interested in joining as well - although not sure I have a lot of knowledge to share. Have been using a Mac for about 4 years, but really just the core applications.
answered about 7 months ago by maihanoi
Ditto... Am a rather new Mac convert at less than a year though. :)
answered about 7 months ago by Jeff
I'm in...I'm a long time Mac user and now own a Mac Pro, with which i am in well over my head, so i would also be happy to talk shop and put this machine to good use (or offload it to someone who can).
oO Mac Pro is some serious stuff. The response is quite good so far. What do you guys say for MUG hanoi ?
answered about 7 months ago by Michal
Can't help with pricing, but I can give you vague yet sufficient directions to three stores. If you come from Kim Ma a ways before it turns into Nguyen Thai Hoc, there is one on the right (on Kim Ma). The other is on the left on Nguyen Thai Hoc, near the big intersection with Hang Bong. Look for the large ridiculous laptop on the top of their store. Ly Nam De also sells many computer accessories for mac & pc. Make sure you don't buy a mac with Windows Vista. They actually sell those here. --- LOFThanoi's venue is here: http://newhanoian.xemzi.com/venue/show/1994/Loft-Bar-and-Restaurant and here: http://www.1oft.com/
answered about 7 months ago by letsgoeverywhere
I just thought I'd share my Mac repair experiences here in Hanoi. My logic board fried on Valentine's Day this year and I took my G4 Powerbook (12") into the FPT on Yet Kieu. The dude there... I think his name is Thanh, ordered me a new logic board from Singapore, which proceeded to sit in customs in limbo for the next month. When he finally got it and installed it, it was a dud. The next day he ordered another one - express this time - and within 5 days my laptop was back to me and working perfectly. While my laptop was being serviced he lent me a big, nasty Windows laptop of somesort, which was a big help. If your Mac breaks down, go see Mr Thanh at 1A Yet Kieu! He reads English better than he speaks it so he's great to communicate with via text.
answered about 7 months ago by stevesklov
Hi All, Ive spent the last 7 months trying to find software for Macs and finally found 'aqualaptop'(393 Trường Chinh- near the big intersection with the overpass). They stock Macs and non Macs and installed software for me for a very small price. They are also expanding into a proper, authorised Mac store I think (not that my software was 'authorised'). Im not sure about other places, but i would certainly reccommend aqua laptop for software. http://www.aqualaptop.com/Web/Product.aspx?subzoneid=15&lang=vi-VN
Guys, you have pm. Let me know if you're interested.
there is another alternative on Le Nam De, but i haev to find the address again. I'll let you know at the meeting. Other wise, if you want to purchase expensive hardware, it could be worth going to Bangkok with airasia. Since we are leaving the country after the purchase you get the VAT refunded at the airport. Just need to check if it's still worth it with the exchange rate if you use USD, and for those lucky ones with Euro, it should be definitely worth it. So you get a nice new little toy, you can go to Pantip plaza to refuel in Mac software and enjoy Bangkok for the week-end. Woooaaaa, sounds good.....i'm leaving now!!!
answered about 7 months ago by hinotori
Would like to join the group if it is set up. I'm a new Mac user, my mac book is about a year old now. I bought mine in HK and if there are no authorized resellers or service centre here, I think I'd rather take it back there for servicing (especially since I still have 2 years on the international warranty, i think).
There are indeed authorised Apple resellers and repair people in Hanoi. The state-owned FPT is one of them.
This is a follow up on last weeks discussion. I am planning to organize a meet-up on this Thursday ( 3/6/08) around 8pm just to get to know each other and discuss further on setting up TNH's very first MUG. Bring your mac & friends along and join us for dinner. Share experiences, tips, tricks or knowledge on that day. I've got the management's approval for free food and the first 2 beers to be on the house that night. Day : Thursday Time : 8 pm Venue : Loft Bar & Restaurant. 143 Ba Trieu Street Let me know on how many people is going to attend so that I can prepare in advance. Cheers Kay
answered about 7 months ago by edouard
Hi, i'm definitly interested by a MUG ;) About fpt, i tried their customer service to repair a fan on my mbp. They didn't contact apple (maybe they misundertood it was still under warranty), they did nothing + closed it badly, a few months later i did much better myself when i changed the hd... flee from fpt mac repair services!
answered about 5 months ago by bethanybauman
heya, let me know next time MUG meets! i'm a longtime mac user, and would LOVE to learn MORE tricks, and share our mutual love for our babies....!
answered about 5 months ago by bobthebob01
bethanybauman and edouard: i just sent you an invite to the group so you can keep track. also, i invite you to check our friendly forum: www.hnmug.com Enjoy and hope to see you soon. cheers
answered about 2 months ago by annemint
Hi, My Macbook just fell down on the floor from my bed, a half of screen can't show anything. I think it need to be replaced. Can I get the screen changed in the Apple shop of Nguyen Thai Hoc? If yes, how much will be that? I don't have apple care... So sad...
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