iOS 4.2 Release Date is Getting Closer !

Our BFFs over 9to5mac are reporting that iOS 4.2 will go public for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch sometime between 9 and 12 this month. The information has been received from two German sites.

The first site, Inside-Handy.de claims that iOS 4.2 will go public on Tuesday November 9th. THey got this reports from a representative working at Deutsche Telekom.

The other one name iFun, they have discovered that Apple will be pushing out some carrier updates on November 12th. Based on this, they figure there is a chance iOS 4.2 may be released the same day.

Anyway, stay tuned as we'll inform you whenever iOS 4.2 is available for public sometime this week. While waiting for iOS 4.2, you can take a look at our previous post here for quick features guide on iOS 4.2.

iOS 4.2 is Much Better on iPhone 3G [Video]

Remember when iOS 4.0 pissed of some iPhone 3G's owners cuz of battery life and bad performance? Steve Jobs already promised that iOS 4.1 will fix it but it didn't please all users so here comes iOS 4.2. Guys over TiPb ran a performance test on iPhone 3G running iOS 4.2.

They installed the GM build on the iPhone 3G, and as you can see in the video Apple’s engineers really did everything they could to optimize the OS for the slower devices. Here you can take a look at the performance video below:

iOS 4.2 should be released sometime this week. Stay tuned as we'll bring you the update on doors whenever it's available.

FaceTime on Jailbroken iPhone 3GS is Real

In case you are in Middle East, you may know that there's no FaceTime there but some folks got a tweak to activate it in unsupported countries. The same folks are now working hard to bring FaceTime on jailbroken iPhone 3GS.

This is thanks to a tweak will be available in Cydia for jailbroken iPhone 3GS running iOS 4.1. The tweak know as “FaceIt-3G” will enable iPhone 4-only FaceTime video calling option on iOS 4.1 for iPhone 3GS users. You can check the video to see it in action.

Before you leave, you may want to check our iPhone apps gallery for more must have Cydia tweaks that would be useful for your iOS device. [via iPhoneItalia]

UPDATE: The tweak is now available in Cydia for jailbroken devices.

iOS 4.2 Compatible Apps Started to Appear in the App Store

me apps (iTunes Link) in the App Store claims to be iOS 4.2 compatible suggesting iPhone, iPad and iPod touch users shouldn't wait long for the new update. The rumors are spreading everywhere about iOS 4.2 release date in the next couple of days so we may consider this rumors are true.

Besides, iOS 4.2 Game Center apps are being approved, this also confirms it's very soon. Though Apple hasn't officially confirmed the release date of iOS 4.2 but we believe it will be sometime next week starting from November 8th. We'll keep you informed whenever Apple pushes the update !

GreenPois0n Source Code is Now Available for Download

Couple of days back, Chornic Dev Team promised that the source code of GreenPois0n jailbreak tool will be available for download. They have done what they have promised. The source code of GreenPois0n iOS 4.1 jailbreak tool is now available for download so you can use it to modify the tool and make it much better to help the jailbreak community.

GreenPois0n jailbreak tool was released last month based on Limera1n's exploit and you can use it to jailbreak iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPad, iPod touch 4G, 3G, 2G on iOS 4.1. You can take a look at our guide posted here to jailbreak iOS devices with GreenPois0n. Moreover, iPhone Dev Teampromised with the source code of Redsn0w, so stay tuned and we'll inform you whenever it's available.

Download GreenPois0n Source Code [GitHub]

How to Watch Free Live TV Shows on iPad, Right Now

You can get free and live broadcast on your iPad right now by using a new internet service called FilmOn. This service lets you watch HD quality television shows from channels from NBC, ABC, CBS, Fox, CNN and more from your iPad. Oh, the service also includes a channel for those people who like adult stuff.

It’s incredibly easy, and it don't require app, instead you can head on FilmOn.com via Safari browser from your iPad so you can browse all the channels provided by the service. Moreover, it allows you to pause the show, schedule i, and more things you can do with this service. 

The TV networks, of course, will work very hard to shoot down this service and they have already filed lawsuits against FilmOn. The founder Alki David believes he is legally operating within existing US copyright law and plans to spend heavily to win his legal battle with the networks. So FilmOn might survive ! [AllThingsD, via RedmondPie]

UPDATE 1: Yeah, we got some reports from our readers that it works on iPhone too then we tried it, yes it works !

PdaNet Turns your iPhone into a True WiFi HotSpot on iOS 4.1

PdaNet has just got update to support iOS 4.1. PdaNet turns your iPhone into a WiFi HotSpot so that you can connect to it from your computer or iPad. This allows you to get your laptop online wirelessly through the iPhone's network.

Moreover, it supports USB tethering for both Mac and Windows users. PdaNet provides the fastest connection speed possible from your data service and data signal. To enjoy using the app, you need a jailbroken device, so you can follow our guide posted here to jailbreak iOS 4.1 with Limera1n. Once jailbroken, search for PdaNet Free Edition in Cydia under ModMyi repository for free.

To use WiFi mode you do not need anything installed on the computer end. To use USB mode, download the desktop client on Mac or Windows with 14 days trial. So, in case you enjoyed the app, let us know in the comment section below. [via FSM]

iOS 4.2 Walkthrough

We're about to see iOS 4.2 for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. In this post we made a quick feature guide to Apple’s iOS 4.2 update especially for iPad. iOS 4.2 is a major update and for first time, iPhone, iPad and iPod touch will get the same version.

iOS 4.2 was announced in Apple's 2010 special musical event, Apple started rolling out iOS 4.2 betas starting from September 15th then followed by beta 2 and beta 3 and now we're testing the final gold master version. To sum up the new features, it brings Multitasking, folders, and unified inbox from iOS 4, also Game Center and TV show rentals from iOS 4.1, and adds in AirPlay video sharing and AirPrint wireless printing. Let's take a deep look at this features.

How to Enable HD Video Recording on iPhone 3GS; The Fast Way!

While back, we posted a full how to guide to enable HD video recording by logging into your device using Open SSH and some compatible steps. Whatever, there's a tweak available in Cydia now to enable HD video recording with only one step.

To enjoy this tweak, your iPhone 3GS must be jailbroken, you can use our guide posted here to jailbreak your device on iOS 4.1 using Limera1n. Once your device is jailbroken, tap on Cydia and search for HD Video Enabler for 3GS under BigBoss repository then activate it from Winterboard app. This will allow you to enable HD video recording on your iPhone 3GS.

Google to Launch Android Gingerbread on November 11th

According to a trusted source via IntoMobile, the SDK for Android Gingerbread version 2.3 will debut on November 11th. What makes us sure that this rumor may be very true that Samsung is holding an event in New York next week on the 8th to launch Gingerbread-powered Nexus Two.

A trusted source has tipped us to the potential launch date for Gingerbread, the 2.3 version of Android. According to our source, the SDK for this upcoming revision will debut on November 11th.

Moreover, the Gingerbread was spotted in front of Google HQ two weeks ago, this of course suggests that the launch is very soon. Also take in mind that this is just a rumor, you know what I'm talking about !

Skyfire Web Browser Started to Get Back into App Store 'in batches'

Skyfire's back! Sort of. After being approved in the App Store and started to be removed gradually from some countries and then world wide, the company has removed it because it was 'SOLD OUT'.

We are going to open batches of downloads for new users over the coming days. The first batch will be in a few minutes on the Apple App Store. It will be first come, first serve.

Now that it got 48 hours to increase their bandwidth and it will open batches of downloads for new users over the coming days, according to the CEO via blog post. He has also confirmed that it's available in the U.S. right now and other countries would follow shortly, leave us a comment in case you got it in your country!

Skype 5 Beta for Mac Now Available for Download !

Skype 5 Beta for Mac has been released and it comes with lot of improvements, new features and totally new UI. It looks like Mac version of Skype has started gaining feature parity with Windows version.

The new Skype for Mac includes following new features

• New call control bar — Hang up, mute and more from a mini Skype toolbar that sits on top of any web pages, documents or photos you’ve got open
• group video calling which allows you to make video calls with more than two people at a time as long as all participants are on the new Mac beta or Skype for Windows 5.0.
• Search chat content to easily navigate past conversations
• Offline IM so that you can send and receive instant messages even if the recipient is offline
• Personalise contacts via user profiles
• Quickly rejoin calls if your Internet connection fails momentarily
• Floating Contacts Monitor to see your online contacts and contact groups

Here you can try the beta version of Skype 5 for Mac OS X for free! Stay tuned as we'll inform you whenever Skype 5 goes alpha.

Download Skype 5 Beta for Mac

A New Version of Cydia Coming Soon

Recently on Twitter, MuscleNerd (hacker and developer) has posted a tweet telling that the new version of Cydia is about to be released and had to work hard for this one. He have also Mentioned the two other hackers / programmers Jay Freeman & chpwn are trying to do their best to make the best Cydia, here's a screenshot showing the new Cydia.

This is what exactly is written by MuscleNerd:

 Both @Chpwn and @saurik Have been burniing the midnight oil for preparing updated version of Cydia

And this is what the picture says:

iPad iOS 4.2 Game Center Apps Being Approved

Great news for iPad users and App developers, Apple has started approving Game Center compatible iPad applications just ahead of iOS 4.2 release. Even some of the iOS 4.2 apps are available for download like Big Bad Sudoku Book (iTunes Link) which has now full support for iOS 4.2 and also ready for multitasking too.


iOS 4.2 update that will bring multitasking, Game Center to iPad is expected to be released on November 7th. [via AppAdvice]

Easily Recover Lost iPhone / iPod Touch Data from iTunes Backups

iTunes automatically makes the backup of your iPhone/iPod Touch and iPad data. Today I found a useful utility that lets you to extracts data from backups created automatically by iTunes. 

The iPhone Backup Extractor utility can recover contacts, pictures, call histories, MMS, SMS and text messages, videos, voicemail, calendar entries, notes, app files, saved games, debug information and data that might otherwise be inaccessible. It automatically converts the extracted database into CSV, VCard or ICAL formats, so they can be easily imported into Excel, Outlook, or Webmail. 

The iPhone Backup Extractor can extract files from the backups iTunes automatically makes of your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch. 

The iPhone Backup Extractor works on Windows (XP, Vista, 7), Mac OS X and Linux, with iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4 backups from all versions of iTunes.


Download iPhone Backup Extractor

Google Instant Lands on the iPhone and iPod Touch

Google Instant was announced two months ago to make a little difference or no difference to me. Whatever, Google Instant has arrived on the iPhone and iPod touch, and probably other iOS devices. It's currently not available on all countries.

You can access the feature by navigating to Google.com and tap on Turn on found at the bottom. Of course leave us a comment in case you got it in your country. [via 9to5mac]