New iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro prices in Taiwan

The Apple event is over and the new iPhone models will be available in October 2023. This time they were named iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro. Both series have 2 editions and also two sizes: Regular and max. The biggest additions are USB-C, and the new higher resolution cameras. Here are the prices that will be available in Taiwan.

New iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro prices in Taiwan

The Apple event is over and the new iPhone 14 models will be available in October 2022. This time they were named iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro. Both series have 2 editions and also two sizes: Regular and max. Here are the prices that will be available in Taiwan.

New iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Mini and iPhone 13 Pro Max prices in Taiwan

The Apple event is over and the new iPhone 13 models will be available in October 2021. This time they were named iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro. Both series have 2 editions. The iPhone 12 has a smaller version called Mini and is basically as small as the current iPhone SE (here is why I don't recommend that phone), while the iPhone Pro comes in standard and Max editions. I personally think it's a nice, but a very small update. If you own an iPhone 12 there's no reason to upgrade. Here are all the models and their prices as of today in New Taiwan Dollars.

New iPad Pro prices in Taiwan (2021 model)

 

A few days ago Apple released the newest iPad Pro 11" and 12.9" models that almost look the same as the previous generation, however the processor was upgraded to the M1 which is found in the latest MacBook Pros and iMacs, the screen has Micro LEDs and much bigger brightness (only the 12.9" version), the RAM is now 8 GB in the under 1 TB versions and 16 GB in the 1 TB and 2 TB versions, there's a Thunderbolt 3 slot, and a new white color Magic Keyboard with trackpad was also added to the previously available black one. This isn't really a huge jump in terms of design, but spec wise it's a decent bump. Let us first look at the prices in Taiwan (in NTD), then the same Taiwan prices converted to USD (at an exchange rate of 1 USD = 28.0 NTD), and then lastly the same prices as listed on Apple's US website.

New iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Mini and iPhone 12 Pro Max prices in Taiwan

The Apple event is over and the new iPhone 12 models will be available in November 2020. This time they were named iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro. Both series have 2 editions. The iPhone 12 has a smaller version called Mini and is basically as small as the current iPhone SE (here is why I don't recommend that phone), while the iPhone Pro comes in standard and Max editions. I personally think the iPhone 12 is really the best and most improved phone as compared to its predecessor, and will be the best seller. For similar reasons as the SE, I don't think the iPhone 12 Mini is a good option, and I think the iPhone Pros are a bad value, and a very small improvement compared to iPhone 11 Pro. The only thing they have speaking for themselves is the bigger screens and a slight price decrease. Here are all the models and their prices as of today in New Taiwan Dollars.

New iPad Air prices in Taiwan (2020 model)

 

Apple just launched the new 2020 iPad Air. It's basically like the smaller iPad Pro, but doesn't have Face ID (it has Touch ID on the off-on button) and it doesn't have ProMotion (a 120 Hz refresh rate). What is better is the A14 processor (the current iPad Pro has the older A12Z). It also has a bit of a thicker bezel. Anyway, here are the new 2020 iPad Air prices in Taiwan:

New iPhone SE 2020 prices in Taiwan

Apple just launched the new 2020 iPhone SE (aka Special Edition) via a press release. It's basically the iPhone 6 with modern internals such as the latest processor and camera technology. Unfortunately there is no Plus model, so you only get the 4.7 inch base model with this and in 3 colors (black, white, red). At the same time, the iPhone 8 and the iPhone 8 Plus have been discontinued. Anyway, here are the new 2020 iPhone SE prices in Taiwan:

New iPad Pro prices in Taiwan (2020 model)

Today Apple released the newest iPad Pro 11" and 12.9" models that almost look the same as the previous generation, however the processor was upgraded, the cameras are now two instead of one, and a new Magic Keyboard with trackpad was developed that has to be purchased separately (and will only be available in May 2020). This isn't really a huge jump in terms of design, the casing aside for the camera bump is basically the same. Let us first look at the prices in Taiwan (in NTD), then the same Taiwan prices converted to USD (at an exchange rate of 1 USD = 30.3 NTD), and then lastly the same prices as listed on Apple's US website.

My thoughts on the Fuji X-T4

Fujifilm just announced the X-T4, the successor to the X-T3, which was arguably one of their most popular crop sensor cameras. The X-T4 looks like a great camera, since it's the 4th iteration of basically the same camera. Judging by the DP Review Gallery, the camera takes fine pictures, but I can't really see much difference from the pictures taken with the X-T3. That's because it's exactly the same 26.1 mpxl sensor. Fuji doesn't innovate in sensor technology, they basically just buy 1 sensor from Sony and put it into nearly every X camera out there. Fuji customers don't seem to mind, but for me it's a big issue, because there's really not much innovation in terms of image quality when it comes to Fuji X cameras.

Nikon D780, P950, 70–200mm f/2.8, 120-300mm f/2.8 prices

Nikon just launched a whole slew of exciting new products to kick off the new decade. If I could, I would of course love to have all of them, but these products are more high-end and hence the prices are also higher. The D780 in particular looks really great to me, but for now my trusty D810 is serving me well and I have no urgent need to buy a new camera. My next camera will probably be the Z6, but if one day my D810 breaks down, I would also consider to get the D780, because I am still a DSLR fan and have a plenty of native F-mount glass that I would not want to let go that easily. Here are the prices of all these products:

New iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max prices in Taiwan

The Apple event is over and new iPhones are going to be launched very soon. This time they were named iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro (as well as iPhone Pro Max). The keynote was not that good actually, and I wasn't really that impressed with the products they introduced. These iPhones are just another refresh of the original iPhone X, which was revolutionary. I don't like the look of the cameras, and it's not really something that attracts me, since I shoot with a Nikon D810. Anyway, here are the new 2019 iPhone prices in Taiwan:

2019 Rolex prices in Taiwan

I had too much time on my hands, so I checked the Rolex men's watch prices in Taiwan. These retail prices are available to us with following disclaimer on Rolex's website: All prices are Rolex reference retail prices inclusive of V.A.T. Rolex reserves the right to modify the prices and models on this website at any time. I'm personally only interested in Rolex steel sports watches, not their classic gold watches that are way beyond affordable to regular people like me. So the list below is made of models which I consider interesting and beautiful. These are not all models, though. Secondly, do note that you can receive 5% Tax return in Taiwan (learn how), so you can add that on top as an additional discount to the retail price. The official retail price converted to USD is an approximation. I have used 1 USD = 30.8 NTD exchange rate from April 4th 2019. You need to check the rate again, if you're reading this in the future, and convert again. All the links on reference numbers lead to the product pages of that particular model. Do note that Taiwan is very safe and modern country, and has some of the best service in the world.

Nikon Z6 and Z7 prices in Taiwan and USA

The Nikon Z Series cameras (the Z7 and Z6) are being sold in Taiwan very recently. The Z7 started in September and was in big shortage. I've heard there was a limitation of 7 cameras per day, which means the monthly stock of these cameras in Taiwan was only 200. The Z6 has started to sell a few days ago (here is a press release on Nikon Taiwan's website). These cameras are luckily more or less the same price like in the US, but when it comes to certain bundles Taiwan has some different pricing than elsewhere (for example there's no 100 USD discount on the FTZ adapter if you purchase it with a body, the discount is around 60 USD), however there's a nice XQD card + reader + battery bundle in Taiwan which I have not seen in the US.

iPad Pro prices in Taiwan (2018 model)

Yesterday Apple revealed the new iPad Pro 11" and 12.9", with ultra thin bezels, a new more powerful processor, Face ID, and USB-C. As a big iPad fan for years, I'm naturally very stoked to see this product come out, but when I saw the price tags, I almost got a stroke. I started to compile a price list, because it's so difficult to get a real overview on Apple's website. Let us first look at the prices in Taiwan (in NTD), then the same Taiwan prices converted to USD (at an exchange rate of 1 USD = 31 NTD), and then lastly the same prices as listed on Apple's US website.

New iPhone Xs and iPhone Xr prices in Taiwan

Apple just announced their latest iPhones (the Xs, Xs Max, and the Xr), and boy are the prices unbelievably high: The most top of the line model with 512 GB internal storage costs 1500 USD or 52,900 NTD! That's way over the average salary of Taiwanese people, especially those outside of Taipei. Nevertheless, I believe these phones will be a hit in Taiwan. Most people will buy them subsidized, and probably the entry level version with less storage.

CASIO G-Shock MUDMASTER comparison: GWG-1000 vs. GG-1000

The MUDMASTER is a sub-series of Casio G-Shock watches that falls under the umbrella of the Master of G Collection (other current sub-series in this collection are called Gulfmaster, and Gravitymaster, as well as the older Mudman, Frogman, Gulfman, Rangeman, and Riseman). Within MUDMASTER there are again two sub-series, the more expensive and premium GWG-1000 watches that come with a triple sensor, and the cheaper and less fancy GG-1000 watches that come with a dual sensor.

iPhone 8 and 8 Plus carrier prices in Taiwan

The iPhone 8 and the iPhone 8 Plus will be available in Taiwan for sale on September 22nd, 2017, that is 4 days from now. The carrier prices have just been published in the Taiwanese media, and I have made a brief overview of these prices on the following 5 carriers (listed from the largest to the smallest): Chunghwa Telecom, Taiwan Mobile, Far East One, Taiwan Star, and Asia Pacific Telecom. I will analyze who offers the best deal in a separate post.

The iPhone 8 and 8 Plus.

iPad Pro prices in Taiwan and a dilemma

So I'm planning to buy a new iPad, but I'm not sure whether I should choose the iPad Pro 12.9" or 9.7", or perhaps just get the iPad Air 2, the price for the 64GB version is really attractive right now. However as a tech geek, I'm just magically drawn to the iPad Pro because of all the advanced features, and the very capable processor. But all that comes at a price at around 1000 USD, and that's definitely not cheap for a tablet, and makes me question whether I really need to pay that much for additional storage. Because right now I would probably choose the iPad Pro 9.7" with 256 GB, but before I press that preorder button, I want to analyse and see whether I'm really sure that this is the right way to go for me. Perhaps the analysis would be of use to you, too.