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San Francisco, CA -Toktumi, Inc., the leading provider of affordable phone services for small or home-based businesses, announced that the VoIP-enabled version of its calling app Line2, Version 2.0, has been approved by Apple and is now available on iTunes to new and existing customers.
Peter Sisson, Founder and CEO of Toktumi, said, "Line2 is a landmark application that will appeal to consumers and business people alike. For the first time, you can use your iPhone the same way, with the same number, whether placing or receiving calls over Wi-Fi, 3G, or Cellular Voice networks. If you live or work in a dead cell zone, or just want to reduce your cell bill, you are going to want Line2."
Mr. Sisson adds: "In the wake of the news that Verizon Wireless plans to put a crippled version of Skype on its phones, one that will not work over Wi-Fi, Line2 catapults AT&T to the front of the pack. The Line2 service is a huge win for AT&T's iPhone customers, and demonstrates both Apple's and AT&T's commitment to supporting next generation communications tools. I'm absolutely thrilled at their groundbreaking approval of the VoIP-enabled version of Line2 for iPhone and believe that history has been made today."
Line2's Wi-Fi capabilities allow international travelers to place and receive calls while overseas without incurring voice or data roaming charges. Using Line2, Calls to any number back home will be free, as will calls to other Line2 users, wherever they are worldwide. Calls to international numbers start at $0.02 per minute, whether calling from home or abroad.
Line2 is designed for professionals who can't afford to miss a call. It combines the best elements of Skype and Google Voice, but adds business grade features, reliability, and live customer support. There is no other calling app available on the iPhone or any other mobile device with the flexibility and features offered by Line2. Line2 detects the best available network based on customer preferences and places and receives calls over that network automatically. Advanced VoIP calling features include call waiting, call transfer, and conferences for up to 20 people - all without burning a single cellular minute. Wi-Fi call quality is better than cellular with Line2, and Wi-Fi calls between two Line2 customers use 16-bit HD audio for crystal clear sound quality that is stunning to experience.
Line2 is literally a second line on the iPhone, so that you have two numbers on one phone, each with its own voicemail, caller ID, and contacts. Business people can finally stop carrying around two phones, one for personal calls and one for work. Each Line2 number integrates with Toktumi's hosted PBX platform, providing office phone features like auto-attendant ("Press 1 for..."), call screening, caller-specific call forwarding, after-hours settings, voicemail by email, and PC-based calling, all integrated with the Line2 application. You can get just one line or set up an entire office, with all lines billed to one account and managed centrally.
Line2 is a $0.99 download that comes with 30 days of free service. After that, service costs just $14.95/month for unlimited US/Canada calling and access to all features. Line2 is now available in the App Store.
Labels: iphone, iphone 3G, iphone3gs, wifi
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 2/18/2010 05:38:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Apple has released iPhone 3.1.3 Software Update for all iPhones and iPod touches.
Labels: iphone, iphone 3G, iphone 3GS
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 2/02/2010 01:58:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
"AT&T announced today that iPhone users are using too much data on their network in larger cities such as New York and San Francisco. AT&T claims that the high bandwidth usage, brought on by iPhone users, is causing network issues, resulting in dropped calls, slow 3G network and/or problems connecting to the network at all.
AT&T recently launched an iPhone app to help consumers understand how much bandwidth and usage they have been using, in order to cut back on the amount of data they use. Consumers with the unlimited data plan may have to pay a penalty if they use more than 5GB a month soon. AT&T is thinking about making consumers who go over their 5GB allowance to pay a fee, depending on the extra usage."
"Operation Chokehold" is designed to protest and try to take down AT&T's network due to this ridiculous statement from AT&T that they may charge customers who use too much data under their "unlimited iPhone data plan". Isn't unlimited data, unlimited data??
***I don't think iPhone users should try and bring AT&T's network down in protest, but if AT&T is going to make such a ridiculous threat to their bread and butter iPhone customers they might have some repercussions...***
Labels: att, iphone, iphone 3G, iphone 3GS
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 12/16/2009 08:45:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
1. iPhone 3GS
2. BlackBerry Curve(s)
3. BlackBerry Pearl(s)
4. iPhone 3G
5. BlackBerry Storm
6. Palm Pre
7. BlackBerry Bold
8. myTouch 3G
9. BlackBerry Pearl Flip
10. BlackBerry 8830
Apple and Palm's flagship phones moved up the list from last quarter (iPhone 3GS #2, Palm Pre #7). The real surprise is who's not on the list. Windows Mobile for the 1st time doesn't have a single smartphone in the U.S. rankings.
"Microsoft is struggling in the smartphone market. Their Windows Mobile platform is no longer a strong player with rivals gaining market share.
The latest report by Gartner reveals that Windows Mobile had a market share of just around 7.9 percent in the third quarter of the year." Via Silobreaker .
Labels: blackberry, iphone 3G, iphone 3GS, pre, windows mobile
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 11/20/2009 12:00:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
Labels: iphone, iphone 3G, iphone 3GS, iphone os, jailbreak, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 10/14/2009 11:02:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
Apple has released iPhone OS 3.1.2. List of improvements are:
*Resolves sporadic issue that may cause iPhone to not wake from sleep
*Resolves intermittent issue that may interrupt cellular network services until restart
*Fixes bug that could cause occasional crash during video streaming
Labels: apple, iphone, iphone 3G, iphone os, iphone3gs
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 10/08/2009 06:07:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
CUPERTINO, California—September 28, 2009—Apple® today announced that more than two billion apps have been downloaded from its revolutionary App Store, the largest applications store in the world. There are now more than 85,000 apps available to the more than 50 million iPhone™ and iPod touch® customers worldwide and over 125,000 developers in Apple’s iPhone Developer Program.
“The rate of App Store downloads continues to accelerate with users downloading a staggering two billion apps in just over a year, including more than half a billion apps this quarter alone,” said Steve Jobs, Apple’s CEO. “The App Store has reinvented what you can do with a mobile handheld device, and our users are clearly loving it.”
Today, iPhone and iPod touch customers in 77 countries worldwide can choose from an incredible range of apps in 20 categories, including games, business, news, sports, health, reference and travel. With the recently introduced iTunes® 9, it’s now easier than ever to organize and sync your apps right in iTunes and they will automatically appear on your iPhone or iPod touch with the same layout.
Labels: app store, apple, iphone, iphone 3G, iphone 3GS, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 9/28/2009 07:09:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
One of my favorite apps on my iPhone 3GS is i.TV 2.0. I've been lucky enough to get a review copy from i.TV 2.0 and have been using it for a couple of weeks now. If you watch tv (who doesn't?) you MUST download this application. It's an amazing application, and best of all it's FREE!!!
Introducing i.TV 2.0
NEW LOOK, ITUNES, ALERTS, AND REMOTE CONTROL
Remote Control: i.TV now combines the TV guide and the remote control on an iPhone or iPod touch. Remote controls are powered by the i.TV Remote Control Framework, which allows third parties to develop remote controls for use on the i.TV platform.
TiVo remote: TiVo is the first to introduce a soft remote on i.TV. You can now change the channel, fast forward, record and most importantly play your favorite shows and movies, with just a tap on your iPhone or iPod touch.
New look: i.TV now has a simplified and streamlined user interface.
iTunes: From within i.TV, discover related TV and movie content and then tap to download from iTunes.
Push notifications: Set alerts for when your favorite TV shows air. Never miss a show again.
Labels: app store, iphone, iphone 3G, iphone 3GS, iphone os, tivo, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 9/03/2009 08:46:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
We know many of our iPhone customers are eager for an update on our rollout schedule for Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS). We’ve been working for the past several months to prepare our systems and network to ensure the best possible experience with MMS when it launches – and that launch date is: September 25 for iPhone 3G and 3GS customers. MMS will be enabled through a software update on that day.
We know that iPhone users will embrace MMS. The unique capabilities and high usage of the iPhone’s multimedia capabilities required us to work on our network MMS architecture to carry the expected record volumes of MMS traffic and ensure an excellent experience from Day One. We appreciate your patience as we work toward that end.
We’re riding the leading edge of smartphone growth that’s resulted in an explosion of traffic over the AT&T network. Wireless use on our network has grown an average of 350 percent year-over-year for the past two years, and is projected to continue at a rapid pace in 2009 and beyond. The volume of smartphone data traffic the AT&T network is handling is unmatched in the wireless industry. We want you to know that we’re working relentlessly to innovate and invest in our network to anticipate this growth in usage and to stay ahead of the anticipated growth in data demand, new devices and applications for years to come.
We thank you for your business and look forward to keeping you updated on our initiatives.
Labels: att, iphone 3G, iphone 3GS
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 9/03/2009 08:35:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
NEW LOOK, ITUNES, ALERTS, AND REMOTE CONTROL
Remote Control: i.TV now combines the TV guide and the remote control on an iPhone or iPod touch. Remote controls are powered by the i.TV Remote Control Framework, which allows third parties to develop remote controls for use on the i.TV platform.
TiVo remote: TiVo is the first to introduce a soft remote on i.TV. You can now change the channel, fast forward, record and most importantly play your favorite shows and movies, with just a tap on your iPhone or iPod touch.
New look: i.TV now has a simplified and streamlined user interface.
iTunes: From within i.TV, discover related TV and movie content and then tap to download from iTunes.
Push notifications: Set alerts for when your favorite TV shows air. Never miss a show again.
i.TV introduces i.TV 2.0 the i.TV Remote Control Framework, allowing people to use their iPhone or iPod touch as a remote control. The Tivo® remote is the first integrated remote control on i.TV for TiVo subscribers with a broadband-connected TiVo DVR. Also new in i.TV 2.0: push notifications for TV shows, iTunes integration and a new user interface.
Labels: app store, iphone, iphone 3G, iphone 3GS, iphone os, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 8/17/2009 03:32:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Apple has released iPhone 3.0.1 update to fix an sms vulnerability. Apple said:
"We appreciate the information provided to us about SMS vulnerabilities which affect several mobile phone platforms. This morning, less than 24 hours after a demonstration of this exploit, we've issued a free software update that eliminates the vulnerability from the iPhone. Contrary to what's been reported, no one has been able to take control of the iPhone to gain access to personal information using this exploit." Via Engadget .
Labels: apple, iphone, iphone 3G, iphone 3GS
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 7/31/2009 03:32:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
"Our checks indicated BlackBerry sales declined in June at AT&T and Sprint due to increasing smartphone competition, as BlackBerry sales appeared to lose share to the Palm Pre at Sprint and the new 3GS iPhone and older $99 iPhone at AT&T. BlackBerry sales at T-Mobile remained solid, but Verizon sales were slightly weaker following the termination of the buy one, get one promotion.
In addition, Walkey says that the Pre is snagging sales from the Curve at Sprint. At AT&T the new iPhone 3GS and older 3G at $99 are squeezing BlackBerry units." Via ZDNET .
Labels: att, blackberry, iphone 3G, iphone 3GS, pre, sprint
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 7/09/2009 12:24:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
Patrick Jordan from one of my favorite iPhone sites, Just Another iPhone Blog sent me news on a very cool app. It's called "Copy Share". It allows you to share your clipboards between multiple iPhones, iPod touches, and Macs. Copy and paste from one to the other seamlessly.
Labels: 3G iPhone, iphone 3G, iphone 3GS, mac, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 7/07/2009 07:47:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
Labels: iphone 3G, iphone 3GS, pre
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 6/19/2009 11:52:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
Download Palm Prēfection here for iPhone.
Labels: iphone, iphone 3G, iphone 3GS, pre, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 6/18/2009 11:53:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
"Beginning tomorrow, the (iPhone) App will be available," a customer service representative for the New York-based company said on Wednesday.
The iPhone service, which can also be used by iPod Touch Wi-Fi users, will be free for Sirius customers who subscribe to its Internet option. Others will have to pay about $3 month, the representative said.
The move is seen an important way for Sirius to gain and retain subscribers, by providing easier access to its news, talk, music and sports programing through means other than its traditional satellite-based platform."
Labels: app store, iphone, iphone 3G, iphone 3GS, satellite radio, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 6/17/2009 09:08:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Labels: att, iphone 3G, iphone 3GS, youtube
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 6/17/2009 02:32:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
An Update for our Customers
Some customers have had questions about our plans and policies for iPhone 3G S, and we’d like to provide you with answers. We’d also like to announce a change to the date when some iPhone customers are eligible for our best upgrade pricing to iPhone 3G S.
PRICING
Importantly, we want our customers to better understand our wireless device upgrade program. Like most U.S. carriers, we offer a variety of phones that we sell below our actual cost when customers agree to sign service agreements. In general, the more a customer spends with us, the quicker they become eligible for a price break on a new device. For example, iPhone customers who spend more than $99 a month per line with us generally are eligible for an upgrade between 12 and 18 months into their contract.
We also currently offer early upgrade pricing only for iPhone 3G S and iPhone 3G.
All of that said, we’ve been listening to our customers. And since many of our iPhone 3G customers are early adopters and literally weeks shy of being upgrade eligible due to iPhone 3G S launching 11 months after iPhone 3G, we’re extending the window of upgrade eligibility for a limited time.
We’re now pleased to offer our iPhone 3G customers who are upgrade eligible in July, August or September 2009 our best upgrade pricing, beginning Thursday, June 18.
If you’re one of the many customers who will benefit from this change, please note that our upgrade eligibility tools will reflect this change on Thursday, June 18.
We invite you to come to our stores beginning Friday during normal store hours, although please be aware that customer demand may exceed supply in some of our stores. You may also preorder online on June 18 at www.att.com/iPhone, and your iPhone 3G S will arrive in 7 — 14 days. Or you can purchase iPhone 3G S at Apple’s retail and online stores, as well as at other popular retailers.
If you’re one of the customers who benefits from this change, and you’ve already preordered from an AT&T store, we’ll adjust the price of the device when you pick it up. If you benefit from the change and you pre-ordered from AT&T online, we’ll send you an e-mail and issue you a credit.
If you pre-ordered an iPhone 3G S through Apple’s online store, your upgrade eligibility will be reassessed based on AT&T's new upgrade policy for iPhone 3G owners. If you are eligible for the lower price, Apple will issue you a credit for the difference as applicable.
Labels: apple, att, iphone 3G, iphone 3GS
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 6/17/2009 02:24:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Labels: apple, iphone, iphone 3G, iphone 3GS, iphone os, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 6/17/2009 12:53:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Why Gazelle is the ultimate solution for iPhone lovers?
Fast Cash: The average Gazelle user will earn $100 for their unwanted gadgets, which can be paid out via check, PayPal,
Amazon Gift Card or charitable donation
Environmentally Responsible: With a zero-landfill policy, Gazelle ensures that every item received will be responsibly recycled
Hassle Free: Gazelle provides a prepaid shipping label and box for all eligible items – making the transaction as easy as a Netflix return
I just used Gazelle.com to trade-in my 16GB iPhone 3G for $232.00. Of course, that money will go towards purcahing an iPhone 3GS. If you're an OCD gadget buyer and like to get the latest gadget on the market, this service is the answer. I can't recommend Gazelle.com enough!!!
Labels: iphone 3G, iphone 3GS
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 6/16/2009 09:25:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
Labels: att, iphone, iphone 3G, iphone 3GS
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 6/14/2009 11:09:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Apple has lowered the price of the iPhone 3G to $99 with a new 2 year contract. The iPhone 3G will be 8GB and have the iPhone 3.0 OS pre-installed. It's available today.
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 6/08/2009 04:04:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
An anonymous tipster sent me the above screenshot. Apple will be introducing iPhone/iPod touch note syncing through iTunes when it releases Mac OS X 10.5.7. This feature has been requested when Apple launched the 1st generation iPhone. This will make many people happy, the feature should have been there since day one. Better late than never.
Labels: apple, iphone, iphone 3G, itunes, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 5/08/2009 12:00:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
Labels: blackberry, g1, iphone 3G, smartphone
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 5/04/2009 11:05:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
Apple saw iPhones sales rise 123% year-on-year to 3.79m units on the back of broader availability worldwide, and this contributed to a leap in net profits by 15% to $1.21bn, from $1.05bn a year earlier. Total revenues were up 9% to $8.16bn from $7.51bn though it is hard to judge how much of that came from iPhones, as Apple reports these on a 'subscription-based' model, spread over the device's lifecycle of 24 months. Analysts estimate about $1.5bn, with a margin (also undisclosed by Apple) that is higher than its other hardware products." Via rethinkwireless.com .
Labels: apple, iphone, iphone 3G
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 4/24/2009 09:57:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
WOW!*!*!*
Labels: app store, apple, iphone, iphone 3G, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 4/23/2009 08:39:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
AT&T has begun sending out the above comparison sheet to AT&T employees so they can educate/misinform customers on the Palm Pre vs the iPhone. Someone is beginning to sweat as the Pre gets ready to launch ;)
Read more @ PreCentral .
Labels: att, iphone 3G, palm webos, pre, sprint
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 4/22/2009 02:57:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
As of today, nearly one billion apps have been downloaded around the globe. So we just want to say thanks — a billion. Download an app and you’ll automatically get the chance to win a $10,000 iTunes Gift Card, an iPod touch, a Time Capsule, and a MacBook Pro. Just go to the iTunes Store, browse the App Store, and download your best app yet.
Labels: app store, iphone, iphone 3G, itunes, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 4/10/2009 12:13:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Check out Engadget Awards Editor's Choice .
It's a given that the iPhone 3G would reign supreme. It's also very nice to see Palm on top of the awards rounds for a change, now they just need to get that "Most Anticipated Gadget of 2009" out and into people's hands!!!
Labels: blackberry, iphone 3G, pre
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 3/30/2009 10:38:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
* Faster 3G, using the HSUPA standard, versions the current HSDPA.
* Improved graphics.
* Video recording/messaging.
* 16 GB/32 GB memory capacity.
* Possibly thinner.
* $199/$299 price points He expects the new version to be offered on AT&T first, and other markets second." Via Barron's .
Labels: apple, att, iphone 3G, rumors
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 3/30/2009 11:37:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
Labels: app store, iphone, iphone 3G, iphone os, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 3/30/2009 10:27:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
NEW YORK (AP) — AT&T Inc. said Thursday it will start selling iPhones without requiring a two-year contract, but they will cost $400 more.
Spokesman Michael Coe said AT&T will sell the phones starting next Thursday for $599 or $699, depending on the storage capacity. The two models cost $199 or $299 under contract.
The phone company had said in July, when the latest version of the iPhone was launched, that it would sell contract-free phones in the United States. Such phones are sold in some other countries.
The new phones will still be "locked" to AT&T and won't work with any other cellular carrier unless they're modified. AT&T will only activate them on the regular iPhone plans, which include a $30 monthly charge for data access. Prepaid service will not be available.
Apple Inc., the maker of the iPhone, has been selling the device from its stores and Web site, but would not say if it would sell the contract-free version.
Apple is widely expected to release a new version of the phone this summer.
Looks like AT&T is trying to clear out inventory of the iPhone 3G to make room for the next iPhone expected in the summer when Apple releases iPhone OS 3.0
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 3/19/2009 11:25:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
The presentation by Greg Joswiak, Apple's VP of product marketing for iPods and iPhones, also detailed that Apple has shipped 800,000,000 apps from iTunes in the first eight months, which is well ahead of the previous pace to reach a billion apps in its first year. In comparison, it took Apple two years to reach its first billion song downloads." Via AppleInsider .
Labels: app store, apple, iphone, iphone 3G, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 3/17/2009 08:45:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Labels: app store, apple, iphone, iphone 3G, iphone os, iphone sdk, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 3/17/2009 06:39:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
"Your application duplicates the functionality of the built-in iPhone application Mail without providing sufficient differentiation or added functionality, which will lead to user confusion."
The jailbreaking community has actually grown since Apple began allowing 3rd party applications to run on the iPhone OS. Cydia , the installer app that runs on jailbroken iPhones and iPod touch has announced that beginning today Cydia is opening its own App Store where developers will be able to sell and distribute their applications.
This news will definitely anger Apple, but hopefully it'll show them that developers and customers want to be able to create and purchase applications that add functionality not allowed or available due to Apple's choosing.
Copy/Paste is reason enough to jailbreak ;)
Labels: app store, iphone, iphone 3G, iphone os, jailbreak, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 3/07/2009 05:44:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 4, 2009-- Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) today introduced “Kindle for iPhone and iPod touch,” a new application available for free from Apple's App Store that lets customers enjoy over 240,000 books, including 104 of 112 New York Times Bestsellers, on the iPhone and iPod touch using Apple's Multi-Touch user interface. Amazon's new Whispersync technology saves and synchronizes a customer's bookmark across their original Kindle, Kindle 2, iPhone and iPod touch, so customers always have their reading with them and never lose their place. Kindle customers can read a few pages on their iPhone or iPod touch and pick up right where they left off on their Kindle or Kindle 2.
“We are excited to bring the new Kindle application to Apple's App Store and think customers are going to love how easy and fun it is to read their Kindle books on the iPhone and iPod touch,” said Ian Freed, vice president, Amazon Kindle. “Kindle for iPhone and iPod touch is a great way for customers to catch up on their current book wherever they are, like in line at the grocery store or between meetings.”
The Kindle application for iPhone and iPod touch lets customers bring their Kindle books with them wherever they go and takes full advantage of Apple's Multi-Touch user interface. With the new Kindle for iPhone and iPod touch application, customers can:
* Shop for hundreds of thousands of books on their Kindle or online at http://www.amazon.com/kindlestore, and wirelessly transfer the books to their iPhone or iPod touch
* Access their entire library of previously purchased Kindle books stored on Amazon’s servers
* Adjust the text size of books
* Add bookmarks and view notes and highlights Kindle for iPhone and iPod touch is available for free from Apple’s App Store on iPhone and iPod touch.
Labels: amazon, iphone, iphone 3G, kindle, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 3/04/2009 06:10:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Via 9to5Mac .
Labels: apple, blackberry, iphone 3G
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 2/26/2009 07:25:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
FYI, the iPhone and iPhone 3G both have 128MB RAM.
Labels: iphone, iphone 3G, palm, pre
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 2/19/2009 10:59:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Labels: app store, apple, iphone, iphone 3G, itunes, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 2/10/2009 09:22:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
In an interview with Bloomberg at the Davos, Switzerland event, Adobe chief Shantanu Narayen describes development as a complicated two-way process rather than maintaining the previous image of a one-sided effort that would depend on App Store approval before it could launch.
"It’s a hard technical challenge, and that’s part of the reason Apple and Adobe are collaborating," he says. "The ball is in our court. The onus is on us to deliver." Via AppleInsider .
Labels: iphone, iphone 3G, iphone os, software, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 1/31/2009 11:53:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
In the back half of 2008, AT&T activated more than 4.3 million iPhones (statement). AT&T also noted that it iPhone customers deliver higher revenue per user and have lower churn rates." Via ZDNet .
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 1/28/2009 12:21:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Apple doesn't list any new features with this update, only bug fixes and improvements.
Labels: iphone, iphone 3G, iphone os, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 1/27/2009 02:59:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
iPod Sales Set New Record
CUPERTINO, California—January 21, 2009—Apple® today announced financial results for its fiscal 2009 first quarter ended December 27, 2008. The Company posted record revenue of $10.17 billion and record net quarterly profit of $1.61 billion, or $1.78 per diluted share. These results compare to revenue of $9.6 billion and net quarterly profit of $1.58 billion, or $1.76 per diluted share, in the year-ago quarter. Gross margin was 34.7 percent, equal to the year-ago quarter. International sales accounted for 46 percent of the quarter’s revenue.
In accordance with the subscription accounting treatment required by GAAP, the Company recognizes revenue and cost of goods sold for iPhone™ and Apple TV® over their economic lives. Adjusting GAAP sales and product costs to eliminate the impact of subscription accounting, the corresponding non-GAAP measures* for the quarter are $11.8 billion of “Adjusted Sales” and $2.3 billion of “Adjusted Net Income.”
Apple sold 2,524,000 Macintosh® computers during the quarter, representing nine percent unit growth over the year-ago quarter. The Company sold a record 22,727,000 iPods during the quarter, representing three percent unit growth over the year-ago quarter. Quarterly iPhone units sold were 4,363,000, representing 88 percent unit growth over the year-ago quarter.
“Even in these economically challenging times, we are incredibly pleased to report our best quarterly revenue and earnings in Apple history—surpassing $10 billion in quarterly revenue for the first time ever,” said Steve Jobs, Apple’s CEO.
“Our outstanding results generated over $3.6 billion in cash during the quarter,” said Peter Oppenheimer, Apple’s CFO. “Looking ahead to the second fiscal quarter of 2009, we expect revenue in the range of about $7.6 billion to $8 billion and we expect diluted earnings per share in the range of about $.90 to $1.00.”
Labels: apple, iphone, iphone 3G, ipod, mac
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 1/21/2009 10:24:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Copy and Paste wasn't a high priority for Apple in the iPhone OS, but it's a feature that many people need in a smartphone. Leave it to the developers creating applications for Jailbroken iPhones to come up with a solution. Clippy allows you to copy and paste through out all of the iPhone stock applications (Safari, Mail, Text, etc.) and some applications from the App Store (I used Zenbe above). Clippy can be found on the Cydia app.
Labels: iphone, iphone 3G, jailbreak, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 1/20/2009 09:11:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
The iPhone's custom auto-correct dictionary (located at /private/var/mobile/Library/Keyboard/dynamic-text.dat for all your jailbreaking, SFTP-ing types) doesn't update itself when you're using, say, Notes. Using Mobile Safari's Google search box, however, seems to instantly refresh the file.
At the same time, Notes and other type-friendly apps will pick up whatever additions you make with Mobile Safari." Via lifehacker .
Labels: iphone, iphone 3G, iphone os, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 1/20/2009 12:01:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
Apple has announced that the App Store has had over 500 MILLION downloads and over 15,000 applications available. Not too shabby for opening up last July ;)
Labels: app store, apple, iphone, iphone 3G, iphone os, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 1/16/2009 04:49:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Under the terms of the deal, song prices will be broken down into three categories--older songs from the catalog, midline songs (newer songs that aren't big hits), and current hits--said one of the sources. Apple has offered songs free of digital rights management protections from EMI for more than a year. But EMI accounts for less than 10 percent of music sold in the U.S.; these new deals will expand iTunes' DRM-free library to include songs from the other three major labels (Sony BMG, Universal, and Warner Music).
Apple and the music labels have also apparently come to terms on over-the-air downloads, according to a source. That would allow iPhone owners to download songs to their mobile devices via cell networks and without the aid of Wi-Fi. Apple, which closed the deals last week, could announce the agreements as early as Tuesday at the Macworld Conference and Expo in San Francisco." Via CNET .
Labels: apple, iphone, iphone 3G, itunes
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 1/06/2009 09:31:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
"A group called the iPhone Dev Team released a free piece of software called 'yellowsn0w' that unlocks the iPhone 3G. The software lets users reprogram the phones so they can work on any wireless network based on the same technical standard," Kane reports.
"An Apple spokeswoman declined to comment on the iPhone Dev Team's work, only saying that Apple doesn't support unlocked iPhones in the U.S. Apple offers such phones in Germany and Hong Kong "where government regulation requires it" but they usually come at a steep price," Kane reports. "Software programmers have been trying to unlock the iPhone 3G since it came out last July." Via MacDailyNews .
Labels: hack, iphone 3G, jailbreak, unlock
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 1/04/2009 09:48:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
AT&T is currently offering the 8GB iPhone 3G (refurbished) for $99 through December 31st. You can also order a 16GB iPhone 3G (refurbished) for $199. This deal ends on December 31st and requires signing a 2 year contract.
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 12/29/2008 10:35:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
The retailer will offer the black 8GB iPhone 3G model with the every day price of US$197 and the 16GB black or white model for $297, with a new two-year service agreement from AT&T or qualified upgrade. Wal-Mart's price match policy also allows stores to match the price of any local competitor's advertised store price on the same item within the same promotional period.
“We are delighted to bring customers this ground-breaking mobile technology,” said Gary Severson, senior vice president, Entertainment, Wal-Mart, in the press release. “Our electronics associates have been preparing for many weeks for the arrival of iPhone 3G. We are excited to now help new customers learn more about the features and services that make the iPhone unique.”
Labels: iphone 3G
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 12/26/2008 10:55:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
"Now, users who find TV shows and movies they want to see while scanning listings on i.TV can schedule recordings on their TiVos and purchase movie tickets. Also, i.TV now offers some full-length television shows, TV previews and movie trailers, and other video including fan videos and YouTube," Maltais reports.
"While the upgrade includes TiVo scheduling, Chief Executive Brad Pelo says it’s only the first of more to come. The company's 'plans and hopes are to support all DVRs,' with additions expected by the end of March 2009," Maltais reports." Via MacDailyNews .
Labels: app store, iphone, iphone 3G, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 12/26/2008 09:47:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
1. BlackBerry Bold
"Despite the buzz and momentum building around the iPhone, BlackBerry remains the predominant smartphone platform for the enterprise, especially in security-sensitive environments such as government and the financial sector. BlackBerry’s backend infrastructure simply offers IT a lot more security and control - albeit at an extra premium for BlackBerry Enterprise Servers (BES). With the BlackBerry Bold, Resaerch in Motion has brought its smartphone to the forefront with 3G, Wi-Fi, a high quality 480×320 screen, a 624 MHz processor, and a bunch of memory space. This device features top performance combined with all of the familiarity and manageability of the BlackBerry platform. While the BlackBerry Storm, which was released around the same time, has gotten a lot of the attention because of its touch screen, for hard-core business users, the BlackBerry Bold is now the most powerful smartphone that money can buy."
The iPhone 3G took the 3rd spot.
3. Apple iPhone 3G
"The iPhone is one of only three products that made this list for the second straight year. Last year it made the list because of its revolutionary screen and interface that made Web browsing fully usable for the first time on a smartphone. While the interface has continued to improve with software updates, the second generation iPhone made this year’s list because of the enterprise-grade capabilities that Apple brought to the iPhone in 2008, including Exchange ActiveSync support and remote kill capability for IT. It remains the best-designed and easiest-to-use smartphone on the market, and so far it has helped increase the overall smartphone market."
Labels: blackberry, iphone 3G
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 12/22/2008 08:48:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
SAN JOSE, Calif., December 17, 2008 – iambic, Inc., a leading provider of innovative productivity-enhancing software, today unveiled its first iPhone App, SnappySeeker, a super efficient way for users to launch Internet searches with just one tap. This app, formerly known as GoogHelper, has an easy-to-use interface that can accommodate searches in 15 different categories. With the addition of the iPhone, SnappySeeker is now available for popular smartphone devices including the BlackBerry, the Palm Centro/Treo, the T-Mobile G1 running Google Android, and cell phones running Windows Mobile.
“As we expanded the availability of this handy app across more platforms and listened to the feedback from our customers, we realized that the name GoogHelper was a bit too narrowly focused,” said Adriano Chiaretta, COO of iambic, Inc. “The new name, SnappySeeker, is actually more reflective of our business philosophy – to focus on creating apps that can be easily tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual, are intuitive to use, and introduce fun ways to get more done.”
Along with reducing the number of taps it takes to find what you are looking for, SnappySeeker is designed to take advantage of Google Maps as well as the mobile device’s SMS/text messaging capabilities, to send searches to the Google SMS service for immediate results.
In particular, the iPhone version features integrated browsing capabilities and a “touch & scroll” navigation bar which enables users to obtain results across multiple search providers (such as Amazon, Flickr, Technorati, Wikipedia, eBay) in seconds.
Availability and Pricing:
The iPhone version of SnappySeeker can be obtained from Apple’s iPhone App Store at the introductory price of $0.99. It appears in the Productivity category.
SnappySeeker is also available on Palm OS, Windows Mobile (Pocket PC and Smartphone Edition), BlackBerry and the Android platforms. It can be downloaded directly from iambic ( www.iambic.com ) or from partner sites, including Handango, Handmark and Mobihand.
Labels: app store, iphone, iphone 3G, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 12/18/2008 12:31:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
"If you made it through the fine print, you may have noticed that there are now 10,000 applications available for iPhone and the iPod Touch available on the App Store. Nothing new there, either," Goldman reports.
"What is new, and absolutely stunning, is the small print at the bottom of today's ad. Apple now says that iPhone users have 'downloaded over 300 million' applications from the App Store, from games to business programs. Why is that stunning? Consider that on the company's conference call on October 22, Apple disclosed that the following day, Apple expected users to download their 200 millionth app. Which means, as of today, users have downloaded a staggering 100 million apps in just the past 6 weeks," Goldman reports.
"So all that talk of a 'bubble' in apps demand was just that, talk! Experts expected an initial big shot in the arm, and that demand would trail off as the weeks passed by. These figures suggest that the app store is only gaining momentum, and it's another big reason for users to choose iPhone over Research in Motion's BlackBerry," Goldman reports.
Labels: app store, apple, iphone, iphone 3G, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 12/05/2008 02:57:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Labels: apple, iphone 3G, rumors
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 12/04/2008 10:10:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
What’s in this update:
* Enhancements to Maps
o Google Street View*
o Public transit and walking directions
o Display address of dropped pins
o Share location via email
* Decrease in call setup failures and dropped calls
* Enhancements to Mail
o Resolved isolated issues with scheduled fetching of email
o Improved formatting of wide HTML email
* Podcasts are now available for download in iTunes application (over Wi-Fi and cellular network)
* Improved stability and performance of Safari
* Improved sound quality of Visual Voicemail messages
* Pressing Home button from any Home screen displays the first Home screen
* Preference to turn on/off auto-correction in Keyboard Settings
Labels: apple, iphone, iphone 3G, iphone os, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 11/21/2008 08:04:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
"After converting version 2.1 into a primarily bug-focused update, the electronics giant is known to be using 2.2 as a vehicle for several important feature requests. Among these will be a complete Google Maps refresh with Street View and non-driving directions, the ability to download podcasts over the air, an altered Safari and App Store client, and emoji icons for Japanese cellphone owners that often depend on them for text messaging."
Labels: apple, iphone, iphone 3G, iphone os, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 11/20/2008 10:34:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Labels: iphone 3G
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 11/20/2008 02:39:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
If you have already installed the Google Mobile App on your iPhone you'll need to remove it from your iPhone and in iTunes, re-download the app and you'll get the new features.
Labels: app store, google, iphone, iphone 3G
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 11/18/2008 12:00:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
It works by recording a soundbite, uploading it to Google's servers, which will crunch the data and return an answer "within seconds on a fast wireless network". The app will be free and might be available to download as soon as Friday." Via Gizmodo .
Labels: google, iphone, iphone 3G
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 11/14/2008 08:52:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
* A new look for Safari with the Google search bar now occupying its own space on the title bar.
* The ability to turn auto-correction on and off.
* Emoji icons, which should be welcome over in Japan.
* New language support.
* Support for Google street view and Google transit information.
* The ability to download podcasts wirelessly.
* New App Store features such as easier navigation, and better previews of applications via screenshots.
* Emoji icon support.
Labels: apple, iphone, iphone 3G, iphone os, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 11/12/2008 10:40:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
Nokia's share of the market for smartphones -- handsets with computer-like features like e-mail -- fell to 38.9 percent in the quarter from 51.4 percent a year before, Canalys said.
However, Apple's market share jumped to 17.3 percent and RIM's to 15.2 percent in the quarter.
"The introduction of the iPhone 3G in July and Apple's expansion into many more countries helped propel the vendor to second place globally," Canalys said in a statement."
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 11/07/2008 03:12:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
AppleInsider is reporting new features seen in the upcoming iPhone 2.2 OS.
"A series of screenshots from Apple's latest iPhone 2.2 beta have leaked on the web, revealing a new interface for downloading podcasts over wireless networks and a more polished version of the handset's App Store application.
Direct Podcast Downloads The screenshots, published by the German-langue blog Flo's Weblog, appear to confirm reports that the next software update for the iPhone will allow users to grab podcasts from the mobile iTunes Store over the handset's 3G connection."
Labels: apple, iphone, iphone 3G, iphone os, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 11/06/2008 10:17:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
The study, now in its second year, measures business customer satisfaction with wireless smartphones—defined as mobile phones offering advanced capabilities and personal computer-like functionality—such as a BlackBerry or Treo. Overall satisfaction is measured across five key factors. In order of importance, they are: ease of operation (27%); operating system (24%); physical design (21%); handset features (18%); and battery aspects (10%).
Apple ranks highest in overall smartphone customer satisfaction with a score of 778 on a 1,000-point scale, performing particularly well in the ease of operation, physical design and handset feature factors. BlackBerry manufacturer RIM (703) and Samsung (701) follow Apple in the rankings.
“With the introduction of the iPhone in 2007, Apple has clearly differentiated itself from the competition in areas that are most important to business smartphone users,” said Kirk Parsons, senior director of wireless services for J.D. Power and Associates. “By making basic applications and features easy to use and providing functionality in a thin, lightweight device, Apple has performed well in exceeding customer expectations.”
Labels: apple, iphone, iphone 3G, smartphone
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 11/06/2008 10:12:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
"At the Web 2.0 Summit today, AT&T Mobility President/CEO Ralph De La Vega has said that wireless modem tethering will be available "soon."
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 11/06/2008 02:43:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
I just got this text message from AT&T. AT&T had officially announced free AT&T Wi-Fi access for iPhone customers.
Labels: att, iphone, iphone 3G
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 10/29/2008 12:11:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Gizmodo is reporting that Google has released Google Earth for iPhone. It's free and available in the App Store now.
Here's the iTunes link for Google Earth .
Labels: app store, google, iphone, iphone 3G, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 10/27/2008 09:44:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
Cnet has put together a video showing how 3G speed compares on an iPhone 3G and the T-Mobile G1. I have both phones and performed the same test the day I received my G1. My results were the same as cnet, and the results are pretty interesting. Check out the above video to see it with your own eyes.
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 10/26/2008 05:36:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
I wanted to post some iPhone 3G and T-Mobile G1 comparison pics.
The G1 is turning out to be a very impressive device even compared to the iPhone 3G (I wasn't sure it would be). The T-Mobile G1 is the first device to run Google's Android OS, and let me tell you it doesn't disappoint. In terms of 3G network speed, the 3G on the G1 (say that 3 times fast) is beating the iPhone's 3G speeds in my area, it's very fast. I've had the G1 for less than 24 hours so stay tuned !
Labels: android, g1, iphone 3G, t mobile
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 10/21/2008 06:22:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
The app is launching with 10 terrestrial stations, including Top 40s WHTZ/New York and KIIS/Los Angeles, Sports KFAN/Minneapolis, News/Talk KTRH/Houston, and Alternative WWDC/Washington. Internet stations erockster and Pride Radio are also available.
According to a memo to Clear Channel Online Music & Radio staffers from EVP Evan Harrison, the application will add a few new stations every week, and the next version of will "likely" launch this year.
The app is named after Clear Channel's beta music site at www.iheartradio.com, which offers station streams, videos, and other music and info features.
Labels: app store, iphone, iphone 3G, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 10/09/2008 12:50:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
The 3G iPhone has helped Apple add market share quickly. Before the launch of the device, iPhone sales represented 11 percent of the consumer market for smartphones. After the launch of the 3G iPhone Apple had 17 percent of the market share.
During June through August 2008, the top four best-selling smartphones based on sales to consumers were the Apple iPhone 3G, the Blackberry Curve, the BlackBerry Pearl and the Palm Centro, says NPD." Via Wired .
Labels: iphone 3G
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 10/06/2008 03:09:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Labels: apple, iphone, iphone 3G, iphone os, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 10/06/2008 02:04:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
"Barack Obama's campaign recently launched a new Apple iPhone [and iPod touch] application," Ed Hornick reports for CNN.
"Over the weekend, the campaign launched a volunteer-developed application that iPhoners can download. "Obama '08″, which is free through the Apple.com iTunes store, features several options aimed at supporters and undecided voters," Hornick reports.
• The "Call Friends" tab allows users to use their electronic phonebook to call contacts
• The "Get Involved" option gives iPhoners the phone numbers to [various] Obama campaign headquarters
• "News" features statements put out by the Obama campaign
Hornick reports, "Naturally, like any good campaign tool, the Obama iPhone application comes complete with a fundraising pitch." Via MacDailyNews .
Labels: app store, iphone, iphone 3G, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 10/02/2008 03:13:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Spreadsheet is a professional tool for creating spreadsheets on the iPhone and iPod Touch.
Spreadsheet provides a scrollable zoomable view, along with cell formatting features and a host of standard spreadsheet functions. It includes the following features:
1. Multiple cell types, including Numeric, Date, Time, Currency, Percentage and Text
2. Cell formatting options, including bold, italic, text and background color, cell sizes and alignments.
3. Copy/cut/paste operations.
4. A range of functions, including date/time, math, statistical, string and trigonometric functions.
5. Export (via email) to external spreadsheet applications.
Spreadsheet is available exclusively on iTunes for $7.99. Click here to purchase it now.
Labels: app store, iphone, iphone 3G, software, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 9/29/2008 12:45:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Apple Store retail employees have reported a new option appearing on their EasyPay systems when making an iPhone 3G sale: Home. Previously, the only options presented were:
1. Upgrade/Swap existing Phone
2. New to AT&T starting a single line
3. New to AT&T starting a family line
4. Add a line to existing account
The new fifth option for home activation isn't yet working.
Retail sources are now reporting inventory shortages of the entry level 8GB iPhone 3G, which might signal its cancelation and even the possible introduction of a 32GB model to match the iPod touch." Via AppleInsider .
Labels: iphone 3G
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 9/20/2008 05:22:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Today Apple announced the Apple Ultracompact USB Power Adapter Exchange program.
Apple has determined that under certain conditions the new ultracompact Apple USB power adapter's metal prongs can break off and remain in a power outlet, creating a risk of electric shock. We have received reports of detached blades involving a very small percentage of the adapters sold, but no injuries have been reported.
The ultracompact USB power adapters were supplied with every iPhone 3G.
Customer safety is always Apple's top priority, and therefore we have voluntarily decided to exchange every ultracompact power adapter for a new, redesigned adapter, free of charge.
Users with ultracompact power adapters should immediately stop using them until they exchange them for a new, redesigned ultracompact adapter.
In the meantime, they should charge their iPhone 3G by connecting it to their computer with the USB cable that came with their iPhone or by using a standard-sized Apple USB Power Adapter (with fold up prongs) or with a third party adapter designed to work with the iPhone, such as a car charger.
Apple will be exchanging replacement adapters @ Apple Retail Stores and allowing customers to order a replacement through its online support beginning October 9, 2008.
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 9/19/2008 10:23:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Labels: iphone 3G
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 9/18/2008 09:58:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Labels: iphone, iphone 3G, jailbreak, software, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 9/16/2008 09:58:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
"Addition released their application iPhoneModem Saturday through the MMi Cydia source. They describe it as "an application for the iPhone that aims at making it really easy to use the iPhone's internet connection on your computer," and they deliver.
iPhoneModem makes tethering a 10 second process. For those of you running OS X Leopard (iPhoneModem is actively working on the desktop client for MacOS 10.4 and Microsoft Windows, as well as a 1.x iPhone version of the app), you simply install their Leopard app (200kb .dmg direct download), open it, and press connect. This will automatically create an ad-hoc network named iPhoneModem on your Mac." To get more information about iPhoneModem head over to ModMyiFone .
Labels: iphone, iphone 3G, jailbreak, software
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 9/13/2008 06:27:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
That was fast! Apple released the iPhone 2.1 firmware yesterday and the iPhone Dev Team has just released the Pwnage Tool and QuickPwn to allow jailbreaking on firmware 2.1. I used it on my iPhone 3G and it was a success.
Labels: iphone, iphone 3G, jailbreak, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 9/13/2008 12:56:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
To our surprise, the iPhone OS 2.1 upgrade was fast, and after using Backup Disabler to switch on backups again, our first backup with 72 apps took "dramatically" less time than before, at just two minutes. Subsequent backups finish in mere seconds. Chalk that thorn in our side bug fix up as a win.
Overall, most of the things that Apple said should be faster are indeed faster. Installing apps is quicker than ever, and we don't see the traditional installation hang when the process is 95 percent completed. We haven't had a chance to put every one of our apps through extensive tests just yet, but games and other apps that frequently crashed before are performing much better so far." Read the full article at Ars Technica .
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 9/12/2008 03:19:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
As promised, Apple has released the iPhone 2.1 Software Update today. You can get it through iTunes.
Labels: apple, iphone, iphone 3G
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 9/12/2008 10:05:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
“iPhone’s unique capabilities, easy SDK and the ability to reach an audience of millions via the App Store made this an easy development choice for us,” said John Pollard, Jott CEO. “To date, we’ve had hundreds of thousands of downloads of Jott for iPhone, which has been a major win for our company.”
“Because I already had a full-time job I used the iPhone SDK to create Trisim in my spare time and in my wildest dreams I never expected this kind of result,” said Steve Demeter, founder of Demiforce. “Selling over 27,000 downloads in the first three weeks means I now have a significant new income stream and some exciting career choices that I didn’t have a couple of months ago.”
“As an 18 year old iPhone Developer Program member I won an Apple WWDC student scholarship and used the opportunity to complete my app over the summer,” said Bryan Henry, developer of Equivalence. “It was a lot of fun to pull it together and certainly the most lucrative summer job I’ve ever had as I made over $8,000 in my first month of App Store sales.”
“Our new account registrations on the App Store are 300 percent better than all our other registration avenues combined,” said Chris MacAskill, SmugMug’s co-founder. “We’ve been able to do things with our iPhone app that we just couldn’t have dreamed of doing on any other mobile platform, so these are revolutionary times for us and for iPhone and iPod touch users.”
Labels: app store, apple, iphone, iphone 3G, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 9/10/2008 12:25:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
The cited source said, “In [AT&T 3G] UMTS, power control is key to the mobile and network success. If the UE [phone set] requires too much downlink power then the base station or Node B can run out of transmitter power and this is what was happening. As you get more UEs on the cell, the noise floor rises and the cell has to compensate by ramping up its power to the UEs.”
“The power control issue will also have an effect on the data throughput," the source said, "because the higher the data rate the more power the Node B transmitter requires to transmit. If the UEs have poor power control and are taking more power than is necessary then it will sap the network’s ability to deliver high speed data.”
The source added that the issue had compelled AT&T to send iPhone 3G users an SMS text message about the availability of the new iPhone 2.0.2 software, and that, "In a mixed environment where users are running 2.0, 2.0.1, and 2.0.2, the power control problems of 2.0 and 2.0.1 will affect the 2.0.2 users.” Via AppleInsider .
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 8/28/2008 02:13:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
"It took Apple nearly a year to sell 6 million first generation iPhones. A million 3Gs were sold in the first weekend the device was on sale—it took Apple 74 days to sell a million of the first gen iPhones," Arrington writes.
"According to our sources, Foxconn continues to build iPhones for Apple at the rate of 800,000 units per week, with production ramping up as fast as possible. (Businesweek is hearing similar numbers from its sources—150,000 a day). Apple is on pace to sell more than 40 million of the devices in the next year," Arrington writes. Via MacDailyNews .
Labels: iphone 3G
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 8/26/2008 09:36:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Regarding its projected volume, Apple so far has only stated that it wants to turn over at least 10 million devices in the current calendar year. Even with its total of a billion new phones Apple still only has a humble share of the worldwide mobile phone market. In order to achieve its ambitious plans, the company has expanded its distribution network, now offering the iPhone in chain stores – for instance, at Best Buy in the US and at Media-Saturn Holding stores in Germany. In the UK the sales expansion is modest; the iPhone is available from the original network supplier O2, mobile specialists the Carphone Warehouse and from the sixteen Apple Retail stores located in major population centres across the country."
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 8/26/2008 12:40:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Ubergizmo has posted some leaked shots of the Nike+ interface for iPhone & iPod touch. Currently the iPod nano is the only device that works with Nike+. It'll be very cool to have all your user information and graphs on your iPhone or iPod touch, it should keep ya motivated.
***UPDATE*** AppleInsider has confirmed the above pictures are fake. Apple hasn't given developers a program interface to access music on the iPhone. Also notice Coldplay's song "Violent Hill", it's really "Violet Hill".
Labels: accessories, iphone, iphone 3G, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 8/19/2008 02:36:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Apple has released iPhone firmware 2.0.2 for iPhone, iPhone 3G, and iPod touch. Apple has only listed "bug fixes" in the description. Stay tuned.
Labels: iphone, iphone 3G, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 8/18/2008 05:41:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
As of Friday, 8 Aug, there were 1,647 applications officially available for the iPhone. Many downloads are free, but the first month saw $30m in paid-for software sales. The store is having a wider impact on download pricing too. When the store opened in early July the popular market price for a program was $9.99. In the month following the prices have dropped so far that many are now 99 cents, and even popular games are now debuting at this price." Via The Register .
Labels: app store, apple, iphone, iphone 3G, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 8/16/2008 05:26:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
"Our 25 hours of counting iPhone sales in Apple retail stores throughout the country lead us to believe Apple is on pace to beat our previous estimate of 4.1 million iPhones for the September quarter," analyst Gene Munster advised clients in a report Wednesday.
He now estimates that the electronics maker will sell at least 4.47 million iPhones in the quarter, compared to 1.12 million during the same three-month period last year. More specifically, he estimates that Apple sells an average of 95 iPhone 3Gs per day at each of its 188 U.S. retail stores, up from 21 phones per day during a similar check in August of 2007." Via AppleInsider .
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 8/15/2008 12:27:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
This application is awesome! SimplifyMedia is offering the application for free to the first 100,000 downloads, and then will be $3.99 afterwards. I'd recommend getting this app while you can because there's a good chance Apple is going to pull it from the App Store.
Labels: app store, iphone, iphone 3G, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 8/15/2008 12:10:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
"Business Week is reporting that, according to its sources, Infineon's chip inside the iPhone 3G is the root cause of the reception problems that numerous iPhone 3G owners have reported over the last month. Nomura Securities analyst Richard Windsor first suggested Infineon was to blame in a research note earlier this week.
The good news, however, is that apparently Apple believes it can fix the problems with a software upgrade, according to Business Week. A Swedish researcher who had discovered sensitivity issues in the iPhone 3G's chipset thought the problems would have to be solved through some sort of recall, but Apple and Infineon are said to be testing a software update that could be released perhaps as early as the end of this month." Via CNET .
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 8/14/2008 03:23:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
Fit 2 Vote™ for iPhone and iPod touch - just 99¢ on the iTunes App store. Obama – McCain and Presidential politics, absolutely. You think you know who they are? We discovered we did not, at least not until we put together these quotes and developed this game... We are a group of undecided, independent voters who want to figure who these guys really are. We used the one trail they left behind at every stop, every speech... their words. This is a game of their words.
Challenge yourself. You need to get 50 correct answers to declare yourself – "Fit 2 Vote". If you want keep playing and rack up your personal points, or if you want to reset the score and pass it over to your best friend who thinks they know Obama or McCain, let 'em prove it... Finally a game for real life politics.
We apologize for all those players who realize it's harder than they thought... That would be the 1 star ratings... If you want a mindless game or propaganda piece, please don't buy this game.
Inspired's "Fit 2 Vote" is a game to test your political savvy... and see if you are ready to make that all important vote in 2008.
We will be doing updates, every two weeks right up to November, 4th, 2008. Also watch for Fit 2 VP, when the VP announcements are made.
FEATURES:
* If it's an Obama quote - lean your phone left
* If it's a McCain quote – lean your phone right
* Intuitive control system designed specifically for the iPhone and iPod Touch
* Simple, vibrant, and user-friendly interface
* Patriotic sound design
* 150 quotes in the game, just 50 correct answers to see if you are "fit 2 vote".
How well do you know where your candidate stands on issues? You might be surprised. Fit 2 vote is a cool & fun way to enlighten voters on the candidate we'll be electing in November for President of the USA.
Labels: app store, iphone, iphone 3G, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 8/13/2008 09:50:00 PM 0 comments links to this post
They are seeing unprecedented demand," says Cote, adding that there appears to be no signs of a let up yet. Cote, a former T-Mobile executive, has been extremely accurate with wireless predictions in the past.
The blistering sales pace of Apple's new gadget defies the otherwise downward trends in consumer spending, employment levels and overall economic health. The 3 million figure is much higher than Wall Street analysts had anticipated. Forecasts called for total quarterly sales of three million to four million.
Three days after the new iPhone's July 11 debut, Apple announced that it had sold 1 million iPhones. For comparison, it took 74 days for the original iPhone to hit the one million sold mark. The new 3G iPhone has already sold nearly half as many as the original iPhones in total." Via Fortune .
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 8/12/2008 09:27:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
In the month since Apple opened an online software clearinghouse called the App Store, users have downloaded more than 60 million programs for the iPhone, Chief Executive Steve Jobs said in an interview at Apple's headquarters. While most of those applications were free, Apple sold an average of $1 million a day in applications for a total of about $30 million in sales over the month, Mr. Jobs said." Via The Wall Street Journal .
Labels: app store, apple, iphone, iphone 3G, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 8/11/2008 08:28:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
"We’ve just had word that our friends at RiPDev almost have Installer 4 (Beta) ready for public beta release, with that awesome news we’ve decided to include it in the PwnageTool 2.0.2 release, we are waiting for the software from them and we need to quickly test and add a small couple of changes that go alongside Installer.
Usually we don’t give release dates, this is so we don’t feel pressured into releasing something if it isn’t ready, or we can hold off if something comes up in the last minute (last time this was the addition of the 3G jailbreak), today we thought we were releasing, and you guys seemed restless (we read the comments) so we said “sometime today”.
We think the Installer 4 beta is big news, and I’m sure lots of you guys want it and because of this the release should now take place sometime tomorrow (Friday), we want to do all this in one hit, we don’t want to make two releases in two day."
Labels: iphone, iphone 3G, jailbreak, touch
¶ posted by Jimmie Geddes, Editor @ 8/08/2008 09:41:00 AM 0 comments links to this post
Contact Jimmie Geddes here: gadgetsonthego at gmail dot com.
