Apple fans gathered at The Exchange TRX early this morning for the launch of the new iPhone 18 Pro, but one Malaysian made sure he was right at the front of the line.
James, a 25-year-old from Selangor, became the first person in line to get his hands on the new iPhone 18 Pro Max at Apple Store TRX.
Arrived at 4.30am without sleeping
Speaking to WeirdKaya, James said he arrived at the Apple Store at around 4.30am.
He also revealed that he had not slept the entire night before making his way there.
When asked whether this was his first time queuing for an Apple Store launch, James said it was his first time doing so officially.
His early start eventually paid off when he secured the first spot in line.
Upgrading from an iPhone 11
While many customers upgrade their phones every few years, James has been holding on to a much older model.
He told WeirdKaya that he is currently using an iPhone 11, which he described as a “legend” model.
This time, James decided to make a major jump by getting the new iPhone 18 Pro Max in black.
He said he had been using his current phone for around seven years, making the upgrade an especially long awaited one.
Most excited about AI and camera features
As for what he is looking forward to most in his new phone, James pointed to the latest Apple Intelligence features and the new Siri AI.
He also said the camera was another feature he was particularly excited to try.
After staying up all night and arriving at TRX before sunrise, James finally walked away as the first person in line to get the new iPhone 18 Pro Max in Malaysia.
