iPhone the most sizzling smartphone that is considered to be the heartthrob of many crazy iPhone fans often found searching over the internet for latest tweaks and tricks to make their iPhone even more feature equipped.

The new generation iPhone 4S has been officially announced by Apple Inc. in their Let’s Talk event on October 4th 2011. Although the pre orders for the iPhone 4S will begin from October 7th 2011 but the iPhone 4S will officially land in the market on 14th October 2011.
iPhone 4S is compatible to work on the latest iOS 5 that has packed many exciting and innovative features for iPhone user’s like iMessage, iCloud and Siri the Speech to Text Translation Service.

Here is the price for the latest iPhone 4S, Preceding model iPhone 4 and Preceding Model iPhone 3GS in the Apple iTunes Apps Store

The 16 GB iPhone 4S cost $199, 32 GB iPhone 4S cost $299 and 64 GB iPhone 4S cost $399. iPhone 4 is now available for just $99 so that more consumers could afford it whilst the iPhone 3Gs is now available free of cost with a contract to an official cellular carrier. All the above Phones come with a Two year contract along with an official cellular carrier.

It is the time to rejoice for Sprint cellular service user’s as it has now been included in the panel of official approved cellular carriers in the US for Apple iPhone along with AT&T and Verizon. The existing iPhone 4 user’s may sell their White iPhone 4 to Apple for $200 in a recycle and reuse program while black iPhone 4 user’s may sell their iPhone for $180 to Apple Inc. for recycle and reuse program.

iPhone Jailbreak – A Beginners Guide

iPhone is one of the best smart phones available in the market today. Apple Inc has gained notable success since the release of their sizzling sensation “iPhone” that is a massive hit globally. The newest version of iPhone series the “iPhone 5″ is expected to roll out somewhere in October 2011 and is expected to generate high sales like preceding versions.

Well if you are an iPhone owner or are planning to purchase an iPhone then you might have probably heard about iPhone Jailbreak during your research phase about an iPhone. In the beginning all the terminologies like Tethered Jailbreak / Untethered Jailbreak, Cydia, Carrier Unlocking may sound a bit technical so here is my tutorial to introduce newbies about iPhone Jailbreak.

iPhone Jailbreak Solution is intended to add some functions within the iPhone that are absent by default due to the security limitations imposed in Apple iOS Operating System.

What is iPhone Jailbreak?

Just as we take literal meaning of the word “jailbreak” it would mean breaking out of jail or freedom from unwanted custody. As Apple iPhone is a reputed gadget, so by default is only compatible to work with a selected number of premium and free apps available at the Apple iTunes Apps Store. By default iPhone lacks certain tempting features that iPhone owners want within their device.

In order to facilitate iPhone User’s certain hacker’s design Jailbreak Solutions that allow the iPhone user’s enjoy more exciting features within their iPhone device.

Jailbreaking iPhone means to get to the root of Apple iOS Operating System running on the iPhone and bypass the security restrictions to practice some modifications in iOS and allow unofficial/unsupported code execute successfully on the Apple iPhone.

iPhone Jailbreak Explanation:-

Actually Jailbreaking iPhone could be thought of as a type of hacking iOS Operating System, that is useful and adds exciting features into the iPhone. This hacking is preferred by many iPhone user’s because it can be reversed by downgrading or restoring the original the iOS firmware.

In easy terms iPhone Jailbreak Solution is designed by hackers using the security exploits existent within the Apple iOS to remove the default limitations imposed by Apple within their iOS.

Once Jailbroken the iPhone user’s can access full read and write permissions on all the partitions of their iPhone device and have the ability to customize their operating system to install third party apps, do some visual display and apps customization, practice some tweaks, carrier unlock their iPhone, use features like Internet Tethering etc.

Caution:- Well the procedure of iPhone Jailbreak is not difficult but should be carried out carefully otherwise any wrong step might render your iPhone Device damaged and useless. Jailbreaking your iPhone will void the warranty for your iPhone although the Jailbreak can be reversed by restoring the original firmware.

The Tutorials to Jailbreak iPhone are different according to the iOS firmware version the device is running. To Know your firmware version Tap “Settings” within your Springboard. Now press General and Browse About. Here you will know about your iPhone Device IMEI Number, iOS Firmware Version and Baseband.

iPhone Carrier Unlock Vs iPhone Jailbreak Difference

A lot of iPhone user’s in the beginning confuse iPhone Carrier Unlock with the iPhone Jailbreak. Let me clarify one thing iPhone Jailbreak and iPhone Carrier Unlock are two distinct terminologies. iPhone Jailbreak is meant to gain read and write access on device partitions while iPhone Carrier Unlock is designed to unlock and prepare iPhone to be used on any Cell Phone Carrier (Mobile Phone Operator/ Mobile Phone Service Provider). Here is my detailed tutorial about iPhone Carrier Unlock and its Distinction with iPhone Jailbreak.

iPhone Carrier Unlock – A Beginners Guide

Cydia – iPhone Jailbreak

Once Jailbroken the iPhone user’s are prompted to install “Cydia” one of the most important tools to enjoy iPhone experience after iPhone Jailbreak. Cydia is the market place for the unofficial apps that run on Jailbroken iPhone. Cydia has various repositories like the Big Boss, ModMYi etc.

Once Jailbroken and carrier unlocked the iPhone can make calls, send receive text messages but also use apps available in the Apple iTunes Apps Store which means iPhone Jailbreak only adds new functions while existing features are untouched..

Caution:- Cydia also has dangerous apps that could damage the device so be careful and do a lot of research before downloading any App.

Repositories:-

Repositories could be thought of as servers from where software and applications can be downloaded on a device. For iPhone the unofficial Market Place of Apps for Jailbroken Apps “Cydia” has certain repositories out which famous one’s are “Big Boss” and “ModMYI”.

Tethered and Untethered Jailbreak

If i describe the summary of this section in a nutshell of few words it would be “Untethered Jailbreak is better then Tethered Jailbreak”.

There are various Jailbreak Tools that use different methods to Jailbreak iPhone. One of the older methods to bypass Apple iOS iBoot security software signature check while booting iPhone is Tethered Jailbreak.

Being precise Tethered Jailbreak is a type of iPhone Jailbreak in which the iPhone needs to be connected with a PC running Windows or Mac OS X every time the iPhone reboots with the exception of Stand By Mode. This means that in order to Jailbreak the iOS the iPhone needs to be connected with a PC or Mac both when first Jailbroken and also if the iPhone has to reboot. This method is inconvenient as if the iPhone owner is traveling and his battery runs out of power then he may not turn on his iPhone unless it is connected to a PC/Mac and the same Jailbreak Tool is turned On that was used to jailbreak the Device. If the user turns on the iPhone that used Tethered Jailbreak without the connectivity to a PC/Mac then after rebooting the iPhone the device will enter a “Recovery Mode” or “Recovery Loop” and will be dead unless booted when synced to PC/Mac. The common tools for Tethered jailbreak are Blackra1n, Redsn0w etc.

Untethered Jailbreak is a more preferable method of Jailbreaking the iPhone. In this method the user needs not to connect his iPhone with a Computer every time his iPhone reboots. The only connectivity is required when the device is first Jailbroken. This is a more suitable Jailbreak method. The common tools for Untethered Jailbreak are Pwnage Tool, Sn0wBreeze, GreenPois0n etc.

Well a famous Jailbreak Tool “JailbreakMe” does not require iPhone to be connected with a PC/Mac for Jailbreak. This is a modern form of Jailbreak solution that uses a simple bug existent in Apple iOS Safari Web Browser for injecting hacking code.

Upgrade Firmware Version after iPhone Jailbreak

If you are an iPhone user for a couple of months then you might have observed the iTunes prompting you to upgrade your device firmware to the latest iOS version released.

Actually this firmware update of iOS by Apple is a cat and mouse game between Apple and the Hackers. Once the hackers find a security exploit in iOS version for designing Jailbreak Solution and make it public then Apple responds while trying to fix those patches in their next iOS firmware update along with some bug fixes.

Caution:- If you have a Jailbroken iPhone then remember to resist your temptation of upgrading to the latest iOS firmware and do some research if the jailbreak solution exists for the updated firmware. Once the user updates his device firmware he has to Jailbreak his iPhone again.

iPhone Jailbreak Tools

iPhone Jailbreak Tools are software designed by hackers which assist the iPhone user Jailbreak his iPhone Device. The most popular Jailbreak Tool is Redsn0w which is available both for Mac OS X and Windows OS. Other Tools are Sn0wBreeze, Blackra1n, Limera1n, Jailbreakme and Pwnage Tool, If an iPhone user wants to carrier unlock his iPhone he can preserve his baseband through Pwnage Tool and Sn0wBreeze and then unlock the iPhone using Ultrasn0w.

Advantages/Disadvantages of iPhone Jailbreak

iPhone Jailbreak has both advantages and disadvantages. Although the major advantage of iPhone Jailbreak is to install third party apps, perform visual customization and carrier unlock iPhone whilst the major disadvantages include expiry of warranty, vulnerability to virus and other factors. See the following articles to know more about the major advantages and disadvantages before deciding to jailbreak your iPhone

Advantages and Disadvantages of iPhone Jailbreak.

Since the arrival of Black iPhone 4 much has been speculated over the internet about the upcoming iPhone 4 White.

Although iPhone White was announced along with the iPhone Black but some issues have delayed the release.

A date has been leaked that is 26th April 2011 when the user’s craving for White iPhone may have a chance to grab it from the market. Let’s see if the White iPhone releases on 26 April 2011 or not.

[via macrumors]

Since the Release of the new iPod touch 4G a lot of Sources over the Internet were speculating iPod Touch Latest Model to be resembling the iPhone 4 but the tear down of iPod Touch by iFixit Team has revealed contradiction from the above statement.

When iPod Touch was Opened the same Apple A4 chip was Found in the iPod Touch as it was in the iPad which means that the iPod Touch has just 256 Mb of RAM in comparison to the 512 Mb RAM of the iPhone 4.

The Rear Facing Camera on the iPod Touch 4G lacks Auto Focus Feature and Produces low resolution Images. In addition the Rear Facing Camera is Smaller in size when compared with the iPhone 4 rear Facing Camera.

The 4th Generation iPod Touch has a Battery with a capacity of 3.44 Watt Hours.  The Enite iPod Touch 4G weighs 101 Grams.

Unlike the Initial Claims by the Apple iPod Touch 4G has no Vibrator. Apple Used the feature of Vibration when Face Time Message is received as a marketing tool but now the Website has been updated to remove this false statement.

The Internal Structure and Components of the new iPod Touch 4G have unveiled that iPod Touch does not resemble iPhone in majority of the Features.

via iFixit.

In April 2010 the iOS 4 for iPhone was announced by Apple Sources. Since that Period a lot of iPhone Owners may have observed that the Apps installed within the iPhone may have prompted to update the App to the Latest Available Version.

Sometimes the Upgraded Version is Good but in Other Circumstances the Upgraded Version of iPhone App does not work well.  The User may be Dis satisfied with the New Version of the Application. He may be thinking of the ways to move towards the previous Version of the Application.

There are some Techniques that may help the iPhone Owners to recover the Old Version of their iPhone App. This is a risky Work and it is advised to have some Knowledge of the Procedure before attempting this Tutorial. We Do Not Persuade a user to attempt this Tutorial. It is on User’s Personal discretion to attempt this Tutorial.

Technique 1:-

Delete App From the Apple Device, Re-Install From iTunes Library

If the iPhone Owner has attempted to update the version of his App through the Apple Device then the process is less complicated.

The Person First Needs to make sure that the Data Associated with the Current Version of the App is no longer required. It is advised not to Sync your device if one has selected the Following Setting in the iTunes Library “Sync all Apps” .

The Next Step is to ensure that the predecessor Version of the App currently installed in the device is available at the Mac’s iTunes Library. It is a mere possibility that the App may not exist in the Mac’s iTunes Library because the person may have attempted to Sync his  device a long while ago. In this Case this Technique is not advised.

Follow the Steps Below if You Have the Predecessor Version of the App within the Mac’s iTunes Library

1-  Without attempting to Sync the Device the App needs to be Deleted from the Device First.

2- Now Plug in Your Device with the Computer

3- Now Open the iTunes Library and install the predecessor Version of the App from Scratch. This will take the prior Version of the App installed in your device.

It is advised to Update all the Apps from the iTunes Library within the Device so that movement to predecessor version of the App is possible in case if it is insuitable for the purpose the user keeps it in his possession.

Technique 2:-

Recover Apple iPhone App From a Time Machine Backup

For this step the User needs an iOS 4 device, a Mac running OS X Snow Leopard, the latest iTunes and the Time Machine on the iTunes enabled.

Before Performing this Technique the User needs to make sure that he no longer requires the backup of his current iOS on the Mac’s iTunes. In addition the User also needs to make sure that he no longer needs the Apps On Device Data Backup on the iTunes.

If the above Step  is not Applicable then User needs to Sync his iOS Device in the Mac with the iTunes. Now set the Time Machine to back up iTunes Library.  It should go without saying that if you’ve configured Time Machine to ignore your iTunes Library, this technique won’t work. A person may back up his iTunes on removable media like CD/DVD Flash Disk Drive etc.

1. Delete the installed App from your device
2. Access iTunes on your Mac,  Now on the Option Menu select the App and choose Show In Finder
3. Open Time Machine and navigate (move) to the folder where the app is stored
4. Go back in time and find the older (earlier) version of the file
5. Restore the Earlier Version of Application from the Time Machine in iTunes (Important: keep Finder open, displaying the restored file)
6. Now Delete the App from the iTunes library on your Mac (NOTE:  Move the file to the Trash)
7. Quit iTunes on your Mac
8. From Finder, option click on the restored file and select Open With => iTunes (default)
9. Reinstall the app to your device via an iTunes sync

The Time Machine would not have the Copy of the Earlier Versions of the App if the App is not transferred to the iTunes from the Device. In addition File will be differently named.

Steps to Keep this Procedure Away:-

It is advised for the iPhone Owners not to Update the version of their Apps without Investigation. A User needs to scrutinize the Facts written on the Author’s Page about the Apps Update in the App’s Store. It is advised only to Update versions of those Apps that are used frequently by the User and that too after assuring that the new version is suitable for the needs of the User.

Warning:-

There are some risks associated with this tutorial.  A Person may Cause damage to his device if he makes a mistake while attempting this Tutorial. The Entire data may be lost through this effort. It is advised to first make backup of al the data including the iTunes if one has to restore his earlier version of the App.  Please understand this tutorial first and after that try to attempt it on your device. We do not persuade User’s to attempt this Tutorial. Sound Knowledge is required for this Tutorial to be executed well. we are not responsible for anything. all Claims are rejected.

via The Apple Blog

via The Register

Since May 2010 Rumors have been circulating about the upcoming Apple iTV. Some reports suggest that Apple iTV will be a modified version of the exisiting Apple TV.

Some Rumors are now claiming that Apple will release its Apple iTV in September 2010. This Apple iTV may cost $99 and will be a new technology to view Cable and Satellite TV Channels Content.

Some Sources are reporting the Apple iTV to run Apple iOS (Operating System).  Few Authors claim that User’s may expect a marketplace for Applications pertinent to Apple iTV such as Video Recording and Video sharing etc just like there is a market for Applications compatible to operate within iPad and iPhone.

Some Critics are pointing Fingers upon the new Technology Offered by Apple iTV.  This Technology will hamper the growth of Television Side of Satellite and Cable Industry.  User’s will only require an Internet connection to view their desired TV Content and TV Channels may directly earn money by providing Direct Content to the User’s over the iPad.

Although Apple is still to confirm any of such facts. The Last Time Apple TV Updated their Service was in 2009 when Apple released Apple TV 3.0 with some addition in Fm Radio Channels and iTunes Support.

Lets see when the Apple iTV is out and how much does it cost only then results of appreciation or rejection may be visible.

via PC Mag

Apple has unveiled a new Security patent for the Next Generation iPhone. This Security Patent will prevent the unauthorized access to the Apple iPhone Gadget.

The new iPhone Security Function may allow Apple iPhone to track the heartbeat of the iPhone user or record some Facial and Voice Expressions to identify its rightful owner.

One security measure the iPhone will employ is to check while the Device has been hacked (Jailbroken) or the Sim Card has been Yanked Out as mostly done to breach the security of the iPhone.

Some Questions have been raised on this effort of Apple Inc as Apple will now have access to the Owners Privacy through this feature.

Moreover, A lot of Rightful Owners of the iPhone Gadget Voluntarily Jailbreak the device so it will be a confusion for Apple to identify if the Device has been willingly Jailbroken or Not.

This Security patent will have the Function to record the Heart Beat of the Gadget Owner and then recognize the Owner through his heart beat or physical expressions.

Although this Security Feature introduced by Apple is not well appreciated as Apple may engage in espionage over User’s personal Life through using this Feature so still the success of this iPhone Function remains Doubtful.

via Reuters

Mobile Phones have turned an integral part in the lives of some people who have a Mobile Phone in their possession.

In order to cope up with the growing Consumer Demands and rise in User expectations a lot of new Mobile Phone Models are released every Month.

Some Brands have Captured a high Market share and have won the trust of many Customers hence forming a good repute within the Market.

With the abundance in Mobile Phones available within the market People are really cautious in choosing the right Mobile Phone that is suitable both in functionality as well as in specifications.

The Top Ten Best Mobile Cell Phones that exist in the Word Today are as follow

1 –   HTC Desire

HTC Desire can be declared as the best Mobile Phone available in the Market today. HTC Desire is ranked above other Mobile Phones due to its less faults. HTC Desire is same as Google Nexus One Phone but has some good features that put it on the first spot.

2-  Apple iPhone 4

The iPhone 4 is the new Generation iPhone released by Apple. It is worth for a consumer to keep an Apple iPhone 4 in his possession but at the end of the day the minor reception issue pulls back its ranking to the second spot. In a premium phone such errors should not exist but overall iPhone 4 is sleek and stylish with a lot of good features.

3 –  Samsung Galaxy X

Samsung Galaxy X is most powerful and feature equipped Mobile Phone available in the Market today. The Android OS and stylish fresh looks makes Samsung Galaxy X a useful Gadget.

4-   Sony Ericsson Xperia X 10 Mini

The Sony Ericsson Xperia X 10 Mini is an Android Powered Gadget by Sony Ericsson. The Small Size and Light Weight makes Xperia x 10 by Sony Ericsson the Fourth Best Mobile Phone available today.

5-  HTC Legend

HTC Legend is the successor of popular HTC Hero Mobile Phone. This Android Powered Mobile Phone takes the Fifth Spot in ranking.

6-   Apple iPhone 3GS

Apple iPhone 3GS is another successful Gadget from the Apple Inc.

7-   Palm Pixi Plus

Palm Pixi Plus is a powerful featured Mobile Phone Handset.

8-   Samsung Wave

Samsung Wave is a debut of Samsung Electronics self developed Operating System OS.

9-   Nokia N8

Nokia is slow in competing with the latest Gadgets so the ranking of its Mobile Phones have dropped. The Finnish Company Nokia is trusted by a lot of customers worldwide for the quality of Nokia Mobile Cell Phones. Nokia N8 is another handy Mobile Phone released by Nokia.

10-  Motorola Milestone XT720

Motorola Milestone XT720 is an Android Operating system Powered Mobile Phone by Motorola.

Disclaimer:-

This accuracy of Ranking List is not Guaranteed. Moreover this is a ranking generated just on a personal consumer basis not on a corporate level. We reject all claims upon this ranking. We have no intention to promote or defame any product neither we have any links with the Mobile Phone Manufacturers nor we have any bad intention.

via Techradar

There is always a room for Improvement in applications released for iPhone and iPad.

The Official Facebook Application developed and released by Facebook currently lacks the feature to watch videos available on Facebook.

Facebook Video Player is a Downloadable Application available on Apple’s i Tunes Store. This application is designed to serve the purpose of streaming Videos from Facebook website on your iPhone and iPad devices.

Once Installed, the user has to open the application and Login to the Facebook Profile.  Now Surf the Entire Social Network Facebook with ease and where ever  a Video Link is available tap on the link and a Play Button will emerge on the top of the screen display.

This application also shows a star at the top of the screen display to push the Video among the favorites list for Viewer ship at some later time.

The Facebook Video Player is an add on feature for all those iPhone and iPad owners who are Facebook freaks and want to avoid the hassle of turning on their Computers every time they have to see a video on Facebook.

The Trend of Using Your Smart Phone as a Television Set is on its rise.

To add up to the value of viewing Television on your Personal Smart Phone New Applications are released on a regular basis.

The famous Video Broadcasting and Streaming Website www.justin.tv has now released its Brand New Application for Viewing Live TV Channels Video on IPhone and Ipad Touch Screen Phones.

The Mobile Application offered by Justin.tv will be able to Tune all the live streams that are offered at Justin.tv and will also be offering the live chat feature.

This Application is powered by wi-fi and 3G so it is really good for watching Live TV Channels and Videos Broadcasted on Justin.tv.

The Users are able to search through a variety of Live Videos available for viewer ship at Justin.tv.

This application is currently available only to Access The Live Streams already Streaming on Justin.tv website while currently it does not have the feature to Broadcast Live Stream.

May be in Future The website might consider an application to stream live video from your smart phones.

This application is available to download on Apple website. This application is placed under the heading of Social Networking and was released on 23 rd March 2010.

The Requirements for this application are

Compatible with iPhone and iPod touch. Requires iPhone OS 3.1 or later

This Application is available free of cost. To download the application visit the link below

Download Justin.tv Application

The famous company Apple has now gained number 3 spot in ranking of smart phone manufacturers. Almost double growth is noticeable in the recently ended fourth quarter of the company accounts. The iPhone has 14.4 percent of the market share closely reaching second place.

The Accounts depict that  Apple had a annual growth rate of 82%, jumping to 14.4% of the smartphone market in 2009, rising up from 9.1 percent in 2008.

Research in Motion, the makers of  BlackBerry are on Number 2 position with 19.8% of the 2009 market share, climbing up from 15.6% in 2008.

The iPhone is growing quickly, and will soon be seen as second ranked, only lagging behind Nokia, which stands strong with 38.1% in 2009, moving down from 40% in 2008.

Another famous company Motorola owned Motorola’s Droid seems to have assisted Motorola. Motorola has 4.6% of the phone market, going up from 4.1% in 2008. Sales also increased to 2.5 Million, up from 1.6  million in 2008.