Everything You Need To Know To Stay Up To Date With What Is Happening At WWDC 2012 Starting Monday

On Monday, June 11th Apple will be opening the doors to the WWDC 2012 taking place at theMoscone Center in San Francisco starting at about 10am Pacific Time. This year Apple is expected to announce much more than last year, which consisted mainly of iOS 5 and iCloud. For those of you interested in what Apple could talk about this year, I wrote an in-depth article on my predictions for the WWDC 2012 that include iOS 6, Apple TV SDK, refreshed Mac lineup and extended Siri and iCloud functionality.
WWDC 2012 Video Livestream

With The “Magenta Project” You Could Run iOS 5.0 On Android Smartphones And Other Generic Hardware

The hacker Chronic has recently been actively tweeting about an upcoming project called “Magenta“. The Magenta Project is essentially aiming to replicate iOS on the Linux kernel. In more technical terms it is an implementation of Darwin/BSD on top of the Linux kernel that will by fully binary compatible with iPhone iOS 5.0 firmware. This essentially means that you could run a stable version of iOS on Android smartphones.

Apple Working On An “App Tracking Tool” As An Alternative To UDID Tracking

Back in March Apple started rejecting applications that accessed your iOS device’s UDID. For for those you who are unaware of what a UDID is, essentially it is an identification number (alphanumeric string) that is unique to your iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad. The reason why developers have been accessing your UDID is because it allows them to track users activity while they are using any givenapplication. As such you can kind of think of a UDID as a permanent cookie (used by web browsers to track user activity and then serve you relevant ads). The only difference with a UDID is, as mentioned before, they are permanent and track user activity without their permission.

What Can You Expect Apple To Announce At The WWDC 2012? Read Through Our Predictions

For all of you Apple fanboys the WWDC 2012 is probably one of the most exciting times of the year. It is almost always an event where Apple unveils something extraordinary; last year being the world’s most advanced mobile operating system – iOS 5 and iCloud. This year the tech community is expecting something more than just software improvements however, and as such we are going to discuss our predictions on what Apple will showcase at the WWDC 2012.

The iOS 6 Firmware

ClamBook, The Perfect Dock For Your iPhone Or Android Phone

Ever wanted to use your iPhone or Android device to power up a slim Macbook Air styled laptop.Clambook is a new laptop dock that lets you connect your Android device or the iPhone and use it asa laptop. Of course, only the apps on your phone can be used and it’ll connect to the internet using the phone’s data connection.

Apple Will Indeed Talk About iOS 6 At WWDC 2012, First iOS 6 Banners Appear [IMAGES]

A few days ago we told you that Apple was starting to raise banners for the WWDC 2012 at theMoscone Center in San Francisco. Although this was a nice reminder of the excitement that is coming next week it did not really give any hints of what would be discussed.

Obviously one major rumor that has been circulating the net is that Apple will be unveiling the iOS 6firmware generation. Furthermore it has been predicted that in iOS 6 Apple will drop Google as their default maps provider and will turn to an “in house” solution.

Apple Could Announce Downloadable Applications For The Apple TV At WWDC 2012 [Apple TV SDK]

Back in March we brought to your guys attention an article written by the Chronic Dev-Team, whichessentially shared thoughts on the Apple TV’s future. One aspect of the Apple TV that was discussed was the possibility of an App Store. Due to shared memory storage and a lack of input devices, the author of this article wrote off that the Apple TV in its current state would be getting an App Store.

Jailbreak A4 (And Prior) Devices Your Way, RedSn0w 0.9.12b2 Updated With LimeRa1n As Optional Exploit Method

RedSn0w version 0.9.12b1 introduced two different ways to install the Rocky-Racoon jailbreak on A4 and earlier devices. It could either allow for a backup and restore method, as seen with jailbreak software like Absinthe and Cinject, or it could use a limeRa1n-based ramdisk approach which doesn’t require a potentially lengthy backup procedure. The latest update improves access to thischoice of features.

Archangel 3-in-1 Cydia Tweak Packs Tether Guardian, Download Alerter And Power Manager

Here’s a new jailbreak tweak that packs three great features that make your iOS device better. Known as Archangel, this new tweak available in Cydia packs three features called Tether Guardian, Download Alerter and a Power Manager.

Do Not Disturb Feature Comes To Jailbroken iOS Devices With BannerDisable Cydia Tweak

A few days ago, 9to5Mac reported that iOS 6 will be getting many features from OS X Mountain Lionsuch as Do Not Disturb and others. The Do Not Disturb toggle basically cuts off all notifications and alerts, so you can have a peaceful time without being disturbed. However, if you can’t wait for iOS 6, you can get the same feature thanks to a new Cydia tweak.

Foursquare 5.0 For iOS Released, Brings Major Redesign And Improvements

Popular location based networking app, Foursquare, just got a major update that brings along an all new interface with faster access to check-ins. Millions of users check-in using the Foursquare appeveryday and it just got better. A great app indeed!

Google 3D Maps Coming To Both iOS And Android With Offline Functionality And More!

Last week we announced that Google would be holding an event to discuss the next dimension of Google Maps on June 6th, 2012. Sure enough today Google was in the spotlight as they unveiled itsenhanced 3d mapping platform that will support both iOS and Android.

Sn0wBreeze v2.9.6 Released To Jailbreak Apple TV 2G Untethered On iOS 5.0.2 Build 9B830

Earlier today we told you that the FireCore Dev-Team updated the Seas0nPass Jailbreaking tool to support Jailbreaking the Apple TV 2G Untethered running the recently released iOS 5.0.2 Build 9B830 firmware. The developer behind the popular Windows IPSW customization tool called Sn0wBreeze, iH8Sn0w has also recently tweeted that he has also updated Sn0wBreeze to version v2.9.6 to support Jailbreaking the Apple TV 2G Untethered running the iOS 5.0.2 Build 9B830firmware.

Seas0nPass Updated To Support Jailbreaking Apple TV 2G Untethered On iOS 5.0.2 Build 9B830

Yesterday we told you that Apple released the iOS 5.0.2 Build 9B830 firmware for the Apple TV 2G and 1080p Apple TV 3G. Shortly after bringing you this news we also confirmed that Apple did not patch Pod2G’s untethered exploit used to Jailbreak the Apple TV 2G Untethered. The only thing left unknown about the iOS 5.0.2 Build 9B830 is its changelog, which at the time of writing this article has still not surfaced.

The Apple TV iOS 5.0.2 Build 9B830 Firmware Still Vulnerable To Pod2G’s Untethered Exploit

Earlier today we told you that Apple pushed a firmware update for the Apple TV 2G and 1080p Apple TV 3G. Although there is still no official changelog available to see what has been added/changed, we do have some news relating to whether iOS 5.0.2 Build 9B830 is Jailbreak safe or not.

Apple Releases The iOS 5.0.2 Build 9B830 Firmware For Apple TV 2G/3G [Direct Download Links]

Apple has just pushed another iOS firmware update for both the Apple TV 2G and new 1080p Apple TV 3G. This firmware update brings the Apple TV to version 5.0.2 Build 9B830, which is essentially the iOS 5.1.2 firmware. At this time the changes or added functionality in the iOS 5.0.2 Build 9B830 firmware are not known, but we should see an official changelog released shorty. When this happens we will update this article so stay tuned (should be in a few hours).

How To: Jailbreak A4 iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad, Apple TV 2G Untethered On iOS 5.1.1 With PwnageTool 5.1.1

Today was a big day for the iPhone Dev-Team as they released updates to a variety of theirJailbreaking programs including Cinject and RedSn0w. One tool that I am sure a lot of you are going to be happy they have updated was the PwnageTool. This is because PwnageTool is the IPSW customization tool of choice for Mac OS X computers.

In this PwnageTool update, which brings PwnageTool to version 5.1.1, comes support forJailbreaking A4 iOS devices running the iOS 5.1.1 firmware Untethered. As there is no bootrom exploit for A5 iOS devices however, it is not possible to use a tool like the PwnageTool to Jailbreak your iPhone 4S, iPad 2 or the new iPad.

How To: Unlock iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS On iOS 5.1.1 Using UltraSn0w 1.2.7

Earlier today we told you that UltraSn0w was updated to version 1.2.7 to support unlocking the iOS 5.1.1 firmware. Although we showed you how to unlock your iPhone 4 or iPhone 3GS already on the iOS 5.1.1 firmware using a hacked together version of UltraSn0w, dubbed UltraSn0w Fixer For 5.1.1, using the official solution is always a better idea as it is more stable and reliable. Thus, in this how to guide we will show you how to unlock your iPhone 4 or iPhone 3GS running the iOS 5.1.1 firmwareusing UltraSn0w 1.2.7.

UltraSn0w 1.2.7 Supported iPhone Basebands
iPhone 4 on baseband 01.59.00
iPhone 3G/3GS basebands 04.26.08, 05.11.07, 05.12.01, 05.13.04, and 06.15.00

Analyst Predicts 7.85 Inch iPad Mini To Launch Alongside Next iPhone In September [Rumor]

According to Apple Insider, Brian White of Topeka Capital Markets (who covers IT Hardware, Networking & Tech Supply Chain industry at Topeka Capital Markets) spoke with his supply chainsources who informed him that Apple was going to launch new products in September (and not in October, as the previous rumors suggest). This launch would include the next-generation iPhone as well as a smaller “7.85 inch” iPad with the same 1024 by 768 resolution of the older iPads.

Minor Updates Included In CLI Jailbreak Tool Cinject 0.5.4 [Mac OS X/Windows]

The command line interface tool for installing the Rocky-Racoon untethered jailbreak known asCinject was updated to version 0.5.4 today, along with updates to the iPhone Dev Team’s other free jailbreak software including RedSn0w, PwnageTool, and UltraSn0w.

PwnageTool 5.1.1 Updated For iOS 5.1.1, Untethers And Preserves Baseband On A4 Devices And Older [Mac OS X]

If you enjoy pwnapples, we’ve got more good news for you today. PwnageTool was updated toversion 5.1.1, along with the iPhone Dev Team’s entire suite of free jailbreak software. Version 5.1.1 allows Mac users to create pre-jailbroken custom firmware based on iOS 5.1.1 and the Rocky-Racoon untethered jailbreak. (Windows users can create custom firmware with RedSn0w.)

UltraSn0w 1.2.7 Released To Unlock iOS 5.1.1 On iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 3G [Cydia]

The favorite unlock tool for iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4 has received a new update that lets you unlock your device on iOS 5.1.1. The iPhone Dev Team has been on a roll today, delivering many other updates as well. Users who need to preserve their baseband to unlock their device can now do so on UltraSn0w 1.2.7.

Installous 5 Released With Multiple New Features Including BitTorrent Downloading [Cydia]

Today the AppTrackr has recently tweeted that Installous 5 has been released. For those of you who are not aware of what Installous is, it is essentially a client for downloading cracked App Store applications that allow you to test an application more thoroughly before actually purchasing it from the official App Store.

Apple Releases New PDF iOS Security Guide Detailing Security Features Found On iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad

Apple has had a history of not being the most transparent company in the world especially when it comes to the security architecture of their iOS devices. It looks like Apple is trying to embrace a more open nature however, as CNET reported yesterday that the fruit company published a detailed document solely on the security of iOS.

New “Chromium OS Theme” For Android Looks Amazing

Google unveiled a brand new user interface for Chrome OS through an update a few days ago, and we’ll be the first ones to admit that it looks pretty darn good. So good, in fact, that many users on the XDA forums requested Chrome OS themes for Android.

Nokia Lumia 900 Costs More To Build Than Apple iPhone 4S, But The Latter Makes More Profit

Nokia’s flagship Windows Phone device, the Lumia 900, has been everywhere and the company has tried really hard to make it a success. It has succeeded to an extent, but Nokia is still in a bad shape and they’re losing a lot of cash as I write this. Even with the Lumia 900, they’re not making that much of a profit.

iSuppli performed a research on the production cost for both the Nokia Lumia 900 and the iPhone 4S. According to the report, the Lumia 900 costs more to produce than the iPhone 4S, but sells for a cheaper price. It costs $209 for Nokia to make the Lumia 900, whereas it costs $190 to produce the iPhone. The former sells its device for $450 making a profit of $241, whereas the latter makes $459 off its $649 selling price. That alone shows that Apple is making a lot more profit than Nokia, they also sell a lot more devices.

Just 7.1 Percent Of All Android Devices Run On Android 4.0

We’ve all heard about the crazy fragmentation when it comes to the Android ecosystem. Thousandsof different devices and different versions of the Android OS. Every now and then, Google updates the Android OS distribution statistics to see how well the latest version of the OS is doing.

Dolphin Browser For iPad Update Adds Save Passwords, Auto-Complete And More

The stock Safari browser app on the Apple iPad is just a simple tool to browse the web and lacks many of the features that other third party apps have to offer. The Dolphin Browser is one such app, which is more than just a browser. And it gets better with the later version 5.0.

Verizon Rolling Out Ice Cream Sandwich For Motorola XOOM On June 4th

Apparently patience is the key when looking to upgrade your Android devices to the new (or not) IceCream Sandwich. Well, Motorola XOOM tablet users have waited long enough and will finally be getting the latest Android software through the Big Red.

Apple’s iOS Still Much Ahead Of Android In Terms Of Internet Mobile Share

Despite all of Androids impressive numbers on market domination and all that, iOS is still leading interms of mobile internet usage. Fortune has shared an interesting report based on a recent surveyby NetMobileShare that shows that iOS users are more likely to browse the internet on their devices than Android users. That’s pretty interesting, especially because the Android device market share is almost double than that of the iPhone.

N.O.V.A. 3: Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance Now Available On Android [Download Now]

Earlier this month Gameloft launched the third installment of its landmark mobile FPS series, N.O.V.A. 3 for the iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch. For those of you who don’t own an Apple mobile device on par with theiPhone 3GS or newer, N.O.V.A. 3 is now available on Android devices.

Download All Of Steve Jobs D Conference Appearances From iTunes For Free

Steve Jobs, the man/legend/god who changed and revolutionized the tech industry, passed away last year in October. There’s been many tributes made to him, a book published on him and a movie based on hislife will soon be in production. All that said, Steve Jobs’ speeches are the most inspirational and his ways were always truly different.

Get A Custom HTC-Like Lockscreen For Your iOS Device With HTC Lock [Cydia Tweak]

Tired of your boring Slide to Unlock lockscreen? Want to try out something different and stylish? Well, if so HTC Lock is the tweak for you. Inspired from the latest HTC Sense UI, this jailbreak tweak brings a simple yet stylish and function lockscreen to your iOS device. Remember, you need to have a jailbroken iOS device for this tweak.

The HTC One X Gets Used As A Hammer [Video]

Although I’m an iPhone kinda’ guy, I admit that the HTC One X is definitely one of the most impressive handsets available on the market today. It’s big, it’s beautiful and according to a new video that’s making the rounds, it can be used as a freakin’ hammer.

MOTOACTV Gets Updated To v7.2, Brings Tons Of New Features!

Motorola has just revealed a new software update for the MOTOACTV smart watch that brings a ton of new features to the cool accessory. The new 7.2 update brings Twitter and Facebook plug-ins to the watch, plus so much more:

Sprint Stores Getting The HTC EVO 4G LTE On June 2nd

We reported yesterday that all HTC devices had finally passed US Customs inspections and that Sprint was expecting shipments within a few days. Well, the day has finally come folks. Sprint’s estimation was right and it has just announced that they’ll be getting the HTC EVO 4G LTE on Saturday, June 2nd!

Post To Facebook From The Notification Center With InstaFacebook For NotificationCenter [Cydia Tweak]

iOS 5′s Twitter integration is great for Twitter users, but it doesn’t do a lot for those of us who primarily annoy our friends with Facebook. For us, the Twitter integration is just a reminder of what could have been. Luckily an app was released which brings Facebook a little closer to your iPhone. InstaFacebook for NotificationCenter is a Notification Center plugin that lets you post to Facebook… instantly! Or at least that’s what the app’s title suggests.

Hacker Pod2G Confirmed To Be Speaking At JailbreakCon 2012 (WWJC) And Also Leading A Hacking Workshop

Last year MyGreatFest took place in London, England, which was the worlds first Jailbreaking convention. There were numerous Cydia developers and prominent members of the Jailbreaking community present including Saurik (Jay Freeman). Now, re-branded under the name of JailbreakCon, North America is set to have its own Jailbreaking convention that will take place on September 29th, 2012. JailbreakCon will be bigger and better than MyGreatFest in every way and will feature many more well-known figures in theJailbreaking community.

Untethered Jailbreak iPad 2,4 Running iOS 5.1.1 With Absinthe 2.0.4 On Mac OS X, Windows, Linux [Download Now]

Planetbeing recently promised that the Chronic Dev Team is rigorously working on iOS 5.1.1 untethered jailbreak for the iPad 2,4. This particular iPad was released earlier this year with a smaller 32nm processor that reduces power consumption, hence providing users with longer battery life. This was done to save costs since Apple decided to sell the iPad 2 at lower prices after the launch of the new iPad. Those who owned the newer iPad 2 (2,4) weren’t able to untethered jailbreak on iOS 5.1.1 as it wasn’t supported. That’s old news now.