iPhone 4.0 Beta!

Here they are! all of the links to download the beta firmware.

Note that currently, you must be registered with a developer to install the betas.

if you want to be registered, but dont want to pay 100$, i reccomend buying a slot on ebay.

Each file is in two separate parts.

iPhone 3G

http://73d13078.linkseer.net
http://6b714e26.linkseer.net


iPhone 3GS

http://6b714e26.linkseer.net
http://42d20ce7.linkseer.net


iPod Touch 2G

http://a1f0c2bf.linkseer.net
http://c795c8a8.linkseer.net


iPod Touch 3G

http://4c7ebde0.linkseer.net
http://3ebd3fc4.linkseer.net

Apple's Latest Creation: What is it?

Apple has finally confirmed their next event, by sending out invitations, to be held on the 27th January.

That’s not long away, so keep on the edge of your seats, as they’re going to show off their ‘latest creation’.

If you’ve been following the latest buzz, then you’ll know that their expected iSlate is to be shown.

Along with Apples new touch screen based computer, it's also speculated that we may see Macbook hardware updates along with a preview of the iPhone OS 4.0.

Some speculation floating around for 4.0 includes the ability to officially run applications in the background.

iTrailers Review

iTrailers by Swift Productions

Description

This application for the Apple iPod Touch / iPhone is built so that you can enjoy watching High Definition Movie Trailers right on your Apple iPod Touch or iPhone. It takes all of the trailers hosted on Apple.com's trailer's section and makes watching movie trailers more easy to access and on the go. Download it today!

First Impressions

• The interface is very simple
• It's user-friendly

Pros

• List auto updates
• You watch the trailer in the application
• The videos are high quality

Cons

• None! This application is fantastic! Flawless!
  

Final Thoughts

• It does exactly what it says, and I think it's worth every penny.
  
• It makes what was a hassle much more simple!
  

iTrailers is available here: iTunes

App Reviews

I just recently uploaded quite a few app reviews. In this post, I will cover the positives and negatives of all of them.

Text Free Unlimited

This app is amazing for people, like me, who have been searching for the perfect free texting app. It does what the other free apps do and more!

This application takes advantage of the push server so that the moment you get a message, no matter what you are doing, it pops up on the screen. And then you have the option to open the application to reply or not. You can also choose ringtones and even set different ones for different people!

The only real draw backs are that it does cost six dollars, and, on occasion, the message doesn't pop up when you get it. That happening is very rare, and its not the apps fault. Its the push server.

TVU Lite

This application is made for those extreme TV junkies. It gives you access to a large number of TV channels for free.

This app has alot of channels of all things ranging from old cartoons to celebrity interviews. The buffering time is almost none. I never have any issues with it pausing once it is loaded.

It is a Lite app, so you don't get access to all the features of a full app, but that doesnt make what you do get any less great!

Live Cams

The Live Cams application is amazing! It allows you to access web and security cameras from all around the world!

There are hundreds of cameras to view, all over the world. There are famous locations, like the Eiffel Tower and Alcatraz. You have the ability to zoom or pan. You can take screen shots and add favorites.

Some cams take longer to load than others. It does cost money, but only $.99!

Drivers Ed

This application includes driving hand books for all fifty states and practice and full tests.

This application is perfect for anyone needing to take Drivers Ed. It is much better than having to take a drivers hand book everywhere with you.

This app is only directed towards people who are in the class or preparing for a written test.

Chipotle

This is an amazing app!!!

I love Chipotle and eat there all the time. The app couldn't be simpler. You choose the foods you want, give any specific directions for how to prepare it, and then it sends your order to the Chipotle you select from a map of ones near you. By the time you get to the restaurant, your order is ready.

iPod Nano 5G Video Test

Enjoy!

iPod Touch 3G/2G Red Hardshell Case Review

Along with the blue hardshell case, I bought this red one. Enjoy the review!
YouTube Review: YouTube

First Impressions

• Case is very similar to previously reviewed Blue Hardshell Case
• Has full back protection
• Has a reflective apple logo which is attractive
• Only comes with 16GB printed on back

Case Application

• Case applies slightly more difficult than Blue Hardshell Case
• It's a tighter fit, which means more protection from dust

Final Thoughts

• The backing is solid plastic, meaning it could get scuffed up a bit after some use
• It exposes every button completely, which could be bad if you dropped it.
• Looks really nice!
• Like the other case, it was 1.00$ USD with free shipping on eBay

YouTube Review: YouTube

iPod Touch 3G/2G Blue Hardshell Case Review

Youtube Review: YouTube

First Impressions

• The case doesn't come in a box
• The case is rubberized, which is nice
• The color is slightly metallic
• Cutouts for the antenna seem slightly pointless

Application

• The case is easy to put on the iPod Touch
• There are some areas where dust could get in
• It doesn't cover any of the chrome bezel on the iPod

Final Thoughts

• It's a great deal especially for 1$ on Ebay
• Great in combination with a proper screen protector

YouTube Review: YouTube

GeoFighters- App Review

Video Review

First Impressions

• The game looks very professional, from the icon to the game interface
• I couldn't believe it's free!
• The game controls were very easy to pick up

Gameplay

• There are two game modes: Waves and Survival
• In Waves, you take on multiple waves of enemies, and each progression brings more enemies than the last.
• Survival is just a constant nonstop hurl of enemies and you must try to survive through it all.
• You are presented with two virtual joysticks
• The left one controls your ships movement
• The right one controls the aiming of where you will be shooting
• The fire button is implemented into the aiming, meaning you don't have to worry about having to push three buttons with your thumbs
• As a comparison, this game controls very similarly to Dropship, which is also free! :)

Final Thoughts

• Go grab this game while it's free, it won't be forever
• It's a great game, easy to control, great replay value

Links
GeoFighters iTunes Link
Developer website

Video Review

iPod Touch 3G Antiglare Screen Protector Review

For the video review click here: YouTube

This product is labeled as an iPod Touch 2G screen protector, but it works great with the 3G.

What you get in the box:

• Antiglare screen protector
• Cleaning cloth

First impressions:

• The grammar on the package is terrible, but what else can you expect for 2.00$
• The cloth included isn't exactly a microfiber cloth, but it works great
• The feel of the "frosted" coating is much smoother than the crystal films

Final thoughts:

• For 2.00$, you can't go wrong (Ebay)
• It's the same exact protector you would buy at an Apple store for 15$, but it's only 2$!
• The screen protector was cut perfectly to size
• Application is a bit tricky, all it takes is some technique (see the video for a quick how-to)

Where to buy and how much?

I bought this screen protector on Ebay for a little less than 2.00 USD. It's a great deal and if your interested in buying from an Ebay retailer, I suggest just searching "iPod Touch screen protector", or you could buy from the retailer I bought from here: Ebay

Video review here: YouTube

iPod Touch 3g Review

Video Portion: YouTube

First impressions:

• -visually identical to 2g iPod Touch
• -comes with earbuds with built-in microphone and controls
• -large speed increase
• -flawless voice control
• -new accessibility features that include voice-over, inversion of colors, and zoom features
• -no volume increase in speaker
• -no built in camera or microphone :(
• The new 3g iPod Touch's most amazing feature, in my opinion, is the voice control. I've never encountered anything that works so seamlessly. I've never once had to repeat myself while using voice control.
• Another fantastic feature is the speed increase. It is at least 50% faster. For more information on speed watch this video: YouTube

Accessibility Features

• The accessibility features are okay, at best. Zoom seems pointless, unless you have really bad eyes.
• The inversion of colors is neat looking, but not helpful.
• Never under any circumstance use voice-over; it is practically impossible to turn off and extremely annoying!

-Notes from shortperson1026:

• Zoom is great for people who have trouble reading small text.
• Inversion of colors is awesome for people who are color blind.
• Voiceover is indeed very annoying, but when you have trouble reading menus, it's great to be able to have text read to you.
  

Side Notes

• There is no built in video camera or microphone
• While this marketing decision made by Apple may be disappointing to some, it cut down on the price
  
• On top of adding to the price, the addition of a camera may have made the iPod Touch thicker

Final Thoughts

• While the speed increase is fantastic, don't upgrade solely on that note.
• If you are finding that 8GB just isn't enough, then you should definitely upgrade to the 32GB.
• Gamers will definitely want to upgrade for the speed increase.

The review video for the 3g iPod Touch can be found at: YouTube

Speed Test: 1g vs. 3g iPod Touch

It's difficult to notice the speed increase of the iPod Touch 3G while performing basic tasks such as watching videos, listening to music, or viewing pictures. It's when you start performing tasks such as browsing the web, using the app store, or playing games that you really begin to notice the speed of the new CPU.

After performing multiple tests, I have determined that the 3g is at least the stated 50% faster, maybe even more, than the iPod Touch 1G.

Comparison Video: YouTube

Phillips iPod Touch Headset Adapter Review

Hey there! Today I decided on doing a quick review on a very neat product I picked up at my local Target store. For 10$, you get a headset adapter with music control and a high quality microphone.

For the video review click here: YouTube

The product is intended for iPhone use, but I found it works great on the iPod Touch!

What you get in the box:

• iPhone Headset Adapter

First impressions:

• The part containing the mic and button is a little bulky in my opinion
• It has a clip, which is great
• It has a headphone jack allowing you to transform any set of headphones into a headset
• The connector piece is slightly long

Final thoughts:

• If you are sick of the iPod headphones, I highly recommend this
• Using your own headphones is a plus
• You can use it without headphones, which is another great aspect

Where to buy and how much?
You can buy this product at most electronic stores for 9.99$ USD.

Click here for the product page
Click here for the video review

Internet radio!

I am officially an internet radio DJ!

Go check it out!

http://thexradio.net/index.php

:)

Griffin Wavecase Reviews!

I have just completed and uploaded part two of this review. Links are below! :)

Griffin Wavecase Review Part 1

Griffin Wavecase Review Part 2

Enjoy!

iPod Touch 3G Unboxing/Review

Yesterday in the mail I finally received my iPod Touch 3G 32GB!

Now I did make the video yesterday, but youtube was having some server issues, so I couldn't get it up until today.

But the video is here if you want to watch! (please comment, rate, subscribe)

Take me to YouTube

What you get in the box

• iPod Touch
• User guide
• USB data/charging cable
• Headphones with headset
• Dock adapter

This time around there wasn't a screen cleaning cloth included.

Quick Review and other thoughts

• The iPod Touch 3G isn't that much different than the 2G.
• If you have disabilities, go with this iPod Touch. (It has special features for disabled people)
• If you own a 2G iPod Touch, just keep it unless you need more memory.
• If you have a 1G iPod Touch, definitely upgrade to the 3G.
• There is NO LAG whatsoever on this iPod Touch

Greenp0ison get's its first demo!

Chronic dev has just released a video showing a demo of what their new Greenp0ison tool is capable of on an iPod Touch 3G. We don't have an iPod Touch 3G jailbreak yet, but each step is one step closer.

Check out the video!

iPod Touch 3G and iPod Nano 5G Hands On

Today, I bring you sad news and great news!

Sad: My iPod Touch got delayed in the mail. :(

Great news: At my local Apple Retail Store, the new iPods are available! So I went down there to check them out myself.

iPod Touch 3G

The first thing I noticed when using the 3G is there is NO lag. None whatsoever. It's very very nice to have. Second thing I noticed is how quick games loaded, especially graphic-extensive games like Sims 3. I tried out the accessibility features like voiceover and screen zoom and they both work wonderfully, just like on the iPhone 3GS. I didn't get to try out the Voice Command feature as it was too loud in the store, but overall the experience was fantastic!

iPod Nano 5G

The iPod Nano 5G looks way nicer than before. While it still has it's aluminum finish, it's much more polished, meaning a shinier iPod! :) The video camera placement still slightly makes me cringe, as my hand just kept getting in the way of the lens. (I have small hands) I didn't get to try out the Radio or Genius Mix feature as 1: No headphones were plugged in (The headphones serve as an antennae) and 2: Apple didn't sync any genius mixes to the iPod. If you loved the iPod nano before, you'll love it even more now.

Stay tuned for a video of these features on my youtube page.

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Weekly Update

Check out what's been going on this week!

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Seems an iPod Touch 3G Jailbreak will come sooner than expected!

The widely known development team, Chronic Dev, appears to be working on what they call "Greenp0ison". The name goes along with the lineup of previous programs created to jailbreak iPods and iPhones, redsn0w and purplera1n. Over at http://www.iPodtouchfans.com , King Chronic claims that they have discovered a new exploit, or hole in the system, that allows them to jailbreak the device without having to put the device into DFU mode. The exploit apparently works on firmware 3.1.1 (The newest) and the dev team is hoping for the exploit to be present in the iPod Touch 3G.

On the other hand, smaller developers are taking their own hand at creating a 3G iPod Touch jailbreak, such as Bikcmp (Who previously worked on redsn0w). Any new information on the iPod Touch 3G jailbreak will be posted here so keep your eyes open!

Link to the discussion on iPodTouchFans: Pick your pois0n

Our blog is back! It's bigger, better, and tech-i-er!

Hey there followers (not in a creepy way)

We are moving our blog!

Our new URL is http://www.itechnologytoday.blogspot.com

We've got the latest technology news coming your way, including a first unboxing and review of the new iPod Touch 3G!

Any news on the third generation iPod Touch jailbreak will definitely be there, and so should you! :)

See ya there!