As in my earlier post, couldn't upgrade to 0.35d. But checking the ftp repository of ectaco, they have 0.35e firmware along with 0.35a! Downloading the 0.35e firmware to see whether it solves the upgrading issue. Keep posted.
Update the link:
ftp://custftp:FQSswyvGQ20So@ftp.ecta...L04-v0.35e.exe
Update 2: Manage to flash 0.35e successfully, but then when going into the book directory, the screen just cuts off. When plugged in power, it kept on showing the splash screen which then cuts off into oblivion...seems trapped in an endless restart loop. Not sure why, so beware. Now my jetbook is a brick till the next firmware release