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IM+ Updated With iPhone and iPad Improvements
Apr 29th
IM+ for iPhone and iPad has been updated with a 7 day push session time and lots of user interface fixes for iPad.
IM+ will keep you connected all-in-one to Twitter, Skype Chat, Facebook, Google Talk, Yahoo, MSN/Live Messenger, AIM/iChat, ICQ, MySpace and Jabber.
NEW EMAIL PUSH NOTIFICATIONS
Get notified instantly when new email arrives in your mailbox. Supports Hotmail, Yahoo and GMail. SPEECH RECOGNITION (as in-app purchase)
It is the first and only speech recognition service for instant messaging on iPhone. Easy as 1-2-3. Dictate messages instead of typing them in. This service is offered on a monthly basis. English only.
SEND PHOTO / VOICE / VIDEO and IM for FREE
IM+ uses your existing data plan or Wi-Fi connection. Voice messages are sent as MP3 files – yes, playable back on any Mac, PC or mobile. SKYPE CHAT
You may chat with your Skype buddies, and in addition to chat, incoming Skype call can be recorded and instantly played back as a voice message for free. TWITTER
View friends’ timeline, favorites, direct messages and replies. Update your Twitter with voice, photo or geo-location messages, ReTweet, Geo Timeline, Search. CUSTOM STATUS and GEO-LOCATION
You may use your own status messages and set geo-location as a dynamic status message to let your friends easily find you on a map. BUILT-IN BROWSER
IM+ enables multi-tasking with a built-in browser. You may surf the web and open hyperlinks from dialogues not leaving IM+. The browser uses the same filtering as Safari. This means, if Safari is disabled on phone, IM+ won’t launch browser too. APPLE PUSH NOTIFICATIONS
Stay connected and be notified about new IMs after you close IM+ up to 72 hrs. Note: Due to technical reasons IM+ keeps Skype connected for 1 hr now. Time session for Skype Push may be increased soon.
Besides push notification for incoming messages IM+ will notify you via Push when certain contact appears online (customizable in settings). ANIMATED EMOTICONS
IM+ is the only app in AppStore with fantastic looking animated emoticons. Though for those who don’t need them an option to turn off the emoticons is available. EMOJI
IM+ enables Emoji smileys/emoticons on your iPhone and iPod Touch, now no need to purchase a special app for that! CUSTOMIZABLE SOUNDS
Use various sounds for different events in IM+: incoming message, contact goes online, push alert, etc. What’s New In This Version:
- Push session time increased to 7 days!
- New Facebook connection. Works fine
- Lots of user interface fixes for iPad
- Speech recogntion now works on iPad
- Proper external keyboard support on iPad
- Many Twitter bugfixes
- Option for picking in-chat notification sound
- Lots of other bugfixes and small improvements
Get notified instantly when new email arrives in your mailbox. Supports Hotmail, Yahoo and GMail. SPEECH RECOGNITION (as in-app purchase)
It is the first and only speech recognition service for instant messaging on iPhone. Easy as 1-2-3. Dictate messages instead of typing them in. This service is offered on a monthly basis. English only.
SEND PHOTO / VOICE / VIDEO and IM for FREE
IM+ uses your existing data plan or Wi-Fi connection. Voice messages are sent as MP3 files – yes, playable back on any Mac, PC or mobile. SKYPE CHAT
You may chat with your Skype buddies, and in addition to chat, incoming Skype call can be recorded and instantly played back as a voice message for free. TWITTER
View friends’ timeline, favorites, direct messages and replies. Update your Twitter with voice, photo or geo-location messages, ReTweet, Geo Timeline, Search. CUSTOM STATUS and GEO-LOCATION
You may use your own status messages and set geo-location as a dynamic status message to let your friends easily find you on a map. BUILT-IN BROWSER
IM+ enables multi-tasking with a built-in browser. You may surf the web and open hyperlinks from dialogues not leaving IM+. The browser uses the same filtering as Safari. This means, if Safari is disabled on phone, IM+ won’t launch browser too. APPLE PUSH NOTIFICATIONS
Stay connected and be notified about new IMs after you close IM+ up to 72 hrs. Note: Due to technical reasons IM+ keeps Skype connected for 1 hr now. Time session for Skype Push may be increased soon.
Besides push notification for incoming messages IM+ will notify you via Push when certain contact appears online (customizable in settings). ANIMATED EMOTICONS
IM+ is the only app in AppStore with fantastic looking animated emoticons. Though for those who don’t need them an option to turn off the emoticons is available. EMOJI
IM+ enables Emoji smileys/emoticons on your iPhone and iPod Touch, now no need to purchase a special app for that! CUSTOMIZABLE SOUNDS
Use various sounds for different events in IM+: incoming message, contact goes online, push alert, etc. What’s New In This Version:
- Push session time increased to 7 days!
- New Facebook connection. Works fine
- Lots of user interface fixes for iPad
- Speech recogntion now works on iPad
- Proper external keyboard support on iPad
- Many Twitter bugfixes
- Option for picking in-chat notification sound
- Lots of other bugfixes and small improvements
You can purchase IM+ from the App Store for $9.99.
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Opera Mini Web Browser for iPhone Gets First Update
Apr 28th
Opera has released the first update to its Mini Web Browser for the iPhone and iPod touch.
? Speed: Up to 6 times faster browsing, especially on slower or crowded networks.
? Data Savings: Compress up to 90% of data traffic.
? Speed Dial: Get to your favorite Web sites with a single tap.
? Visual Tabs: See all your open Web pages and quickly switch between them.
? Opera Link: Synchronize your bookmarks and Speed Dial with a Desktop PC or other mobile phone. What’s New In This Version:
This is the first update of Opera Mini for iPhone. We are very grateful for the massive amount of support and feedback so far, and will work continuously to improve Opera Mini and release frequent updates.
? Speed: Up to 6 times faster browsing, especially on slower or crowded networks.
? Data Savings: Compress up to 90% of data traffic.
? Speed Dial: Get to your favorite Web sites with a single tap.
? Visual Tabs: See all your open Web pages and quickly switch between them.
? Opera Link: Synchronize your bookmarks and Speed Dial with a Desktop PC or other mobile phone. What’s New In This Version:
This is the first update of Opera Mini for iPhone. We are very grateful for the massive amount of support and feedback so far, and will work continuously to improve Opera Mini and release frequent updates.
? Fix for “stuck at first start-up” and issues caused by certain network conditions
? Hungarian language added
? Language fallback set to English, not Arabic
? Various smaller bug and stability fixes
You can download Opera Mini Web browser from the App Store for free.
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Firewall iP for iPhone Gets Updated to v1.4
Apr 28th
Firewall iP for iPhone has been updated to v1.4 and adds port blocking, allow and deny all access, import lists and more.
Firewall iP Features:
- Block outgoing TCP & UDP connections selectively
? Port Blocking: now you can extend rules to only block for a specific port. Simply by adding “:portnumber” to the hostname or by using the selector in the popup (example: facebook.com:80). if you tap on the (i)-button on the popup you’ll be shown a list of the most common ports. for more information take a look at this: http://bit.ly/9Dvtga. You might want to delete all rules (there is now a button in the About View) or manually edit the rules.
- Block outgoing TCP & UDP connections selectively
- Block connections of apps when you are on a cellular network
- Block analytic providers / data collectors which PrivaCy can’t
- Block unneeded content (ads 
)
- Easy to use interface & control app
? Port Blocking: now you can extend rules to only block for a specific port. Simply by adding “:portnumber” to the hostname or by using the selector in the popup (example: facebook.com:80). if you tap on the (i)-button on the popup you’ll be shown a list of the most common ports. for more information take a look at this: http://bit.ly/9Dvtga. You might want to delete all rules (there is now a button in the About View) or manually edit the rules.
? Allow/Deny All Access: Allow/Deny all connections until you exit the app (or in case of Safari: Safari goes into backgrounding)
? Now Based on Regex: This should offer a faster and better experience.
? Import Lists: you can now import lists into global Allow and global Deny. For that simply put a txt file with hostnames/rules (each one gets it’s own line) into /Applications/FirewallGUI.app/Lists/ and then import it from the global Allow/Deny views. The content of the txt should look like this:*google.comfacebook.com:80 xyz.com
? fixed issues with some universal apps which could cause a crash of the application
? improved startup of the app
? won’t recognize taps on popup for one second after the popup has appeared: to reduce accidental selections
? reduced memory footprint of the app
? support for Preferences.app and SpringBoard (be careful which connections you deny)
Firewall iP is available in the Cydia Store for $2.49 (will soon rise to $2.99)
iPhone 4G to Hit Stores During WWDC?
Apr 28th
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 The next generation iPhone may be available for purchase during the World Wide Developers Conference (WWDC) instead of several weeks after, according to Mashable sources. They report that the date could be June 7th; which is likely the date of the WWDC keynote. Over the last two years, Apple has revealed both the iPhone 3G and the iPhone 3GS at WWDC. However, the release of the actual iPhone hardware has traditionally come a few weeks after the announcement. Our sources say that Apple may break that tradition this year by shortening the timetable. An immediate release would also break another tradition: Apple fans camping out in front of Apple stores just so they can get their hands on the company’s newest product. Its been rumored that Apple is trying to push up the timetable due to the leak of an iPhone 4G prototype which might cannibalize sales in May and June. The loss of sales seems a bit unlikely. Those who follow tech blogs and learned about the leak also know that Apple has released a new hardware revision of the device each June/July since its inception. Mashable notes that even if Apple wants to launch the new iPhone on the same day as the keynote it may not happen due to hardware issues, software bugs, and supply chain scarcity. Read More
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Apple Announces WWDC 2010: June 7-11
Apr 28th
Apple today announced that it will hold its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) June 7 through June 11 at San Francisco’s Moscone West. The five-day conference includes the first ever iPad development sessions and hands-on working labs for iPhone OS 4, as well as Mac OS X core technology labs.
“This year’s WWDC offers developers in-depth sessions and hands-on working labs to learn more about iPhone OS 4, the world’s most advanced mobile operating system,” said Scott Forstall, Apple’s senior vice president of iPhone Software. “WWDC provides a unique opportunity for developers to work side-by-side with Apple engineers and interface designers to make their iPhone and iPad apps even better.”
WWDC 2010 is focused on providing advanced content for skilled developers across five key technology tracks: Application Frameworks; Internet & Web; Graphics & Media; Developer Tools; and Core OS. Apple engineers will deliver over 100 solutions-oriented technical sessions and labs. WWDC 2010 gives an incredibly diverse community the opportunity to connect with thousands of fellow iPhone, iPad and Mac® developers from around the world.
Sessions offered in support of the five technology tracks include:
? Application Frameworks: Implementing Local and Push Notifications; Future Proofing Your App; Understanding Foundation; What’s New in Foundation for iPhone OS 4; Advanced Cocoa® Text Tips and Tricks; API Design for Cocoa and Cocoa Touch®; Advanced Gesture Recognition; Integrating Ads with iAd; Building a Server-driven Personalized User Experience; Using Core Location in iPhone OS 4; and Calendar Integration with Event Kit.
? Internet & Web: Delivering Audio and Video Using Web Standards; Getting the Most Out of Safari® Integrated Developer Tools; Using HTML5 Local Data Storage; Adding Touch and Gesture Detection to Webpages on iPhone OS; and Creating Info Graphics with Standard Web Technologies.
? Graphics & Media: OpenGL ES Tuning & Optimization; OpenGL ES Shading & Advanced Rendering; OpenGL ES Overview for iPhone OS; OpenGL for Mac OS X; Game Design and Development for iPhone OS; Introduction to Game Center; Setting Up Games on Game Center; Game Center Techniques; Core Animation in Practice; Discovering AV Foundation; Editing Media with AV Foundation; and Advances in HTTP Live Streaming.
? Developer Tools: Developer Tools Overview; Designing Apps with Interface Builder; Working Effectively with Objective-C® on iPhone OS; Mastering Core Data; Advanced Objective-C and Garbage Collection Techniques; Advanced Performance Analysis with Instruments; Mastering Xcode for iPhone Development; and Adopting Multitasking on iPhone OS.
? Core OS: Network Apps for iPhone OS; Core OS Networking; Creating Secure Apps; Developing Apps that Work with iPhone OS Accessories; I/O Kit Device Drivers for Mac OS X; and Simplifying Networking Using Bonjour®.
Additionally, there will be five iPad and five iPhone Apple Design Award winners announced at WWDC 2010. There is no requirement to enter and winners will be selected from the App Store based on criteria that includes design, technical excellence, innovation, quality, technology adoption and performance.
Apple is widely expected to announce the
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Warning: Do Not Update to iTunes 9.1.1 If You Want UL Jailbreak
Apr 28th
MuscleNerd from the iPhone Dev Team is warning users who are hoping to use a userland jailbreak for the iPad, iPhone, or iPod to hold off on updating to iTunes 9.1.1.
Today’s 9.1.1 iTunes is safe for PwnageTool&redsn0w. But those hoping to use userland JBs (like Spirit) should hold off.In general, those using *any* userland JB should avoid iTunes updates, since iTunes can detect & remove it.
It is widely expected that the “
Spirit” userland jailbreak by comex will be the first jailbreak to be released for the iPad. Spirit also provides an untethered jailbreak for the iPhone 3GS and iPod touch. Read More
Screenshots of Windows Live Messenger for iPhone Revealed
Apr 28th
Neowin has got its hands on screenshots of Windows Live Messenger for iPhone which is expected to be released in June alongside the rest of Windows Live Wave 4.
According to our sources, Microsoft will unveil the next generation of Windows Live Messenger tomorrow but will not ship bits to public beta until June. A limited private beta is expected to take place in May. Windows Live Messenger for iPhone will include photo sharing, chat and a social stream for users.
Take a look at the screenshots below…
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Apple Releases iTunes 9.1.1 Update
Apr 28th
Apple has released iTunes 9.1.1 which provides a number of important bug fixes, including:
• Addresses several stability issues with VoiceOver
• Addresses a usability issue with VoiceOver and Genius Mixes
• Addresses issues with converting songs to 128 kbps AAC while syncing
• Addresses other issues that improve stability and performance
You can download and install iTunes 9.1.1 by selecting
Software Update from the Apple menu at the top left of your screen. Read More
BeejiveIM for iPhone has been updated with Facebook Connect support for Facebook Chat.
Apr 28th
BeejiveIM for iPhone has been updated with Facebook Connect support for Facebook Chat.
Stay connected to all your instant messaging buddies anywhere you go! BeejiveIM (pronounced \b?-h?v\ IM) keeps you in touch with your friends on AIM/MobileMe, MSN/Windows Live, Yahoo!, GoogleTalk, Facebook, MySpace, ICQ and Jabber… all at the same time, all on your iPhone or iPod Touch.
BeejiveIM Key Features:
- BeejiveIM uses your existing data plan: no per-message charges.
- Reliable and efficient networking: be connected 24/7, and it’s gentle on your battery.
- Be connected even after you close the application. Get notified instantly when you get a new message with Push Notifications.
- Works with multiple IM networks, multiple accounts per network: AIM®/iChat, MSN®, Yahoo!®, GoogleTalk®, Facebook IM, ICQ®, Jabber, and MySpace IM.
- Send and receive files, including pictures and voice notes. View and forward received documents.
- Desktop-like instant messaging with all of your IM buddies from a single intuitive user interface.
What’s New In This Version:
- Facebook Connect support for Facebook Chat. (*** Existing Facebook Chat users: please re-add your Facebook account to take advantage of Facebook Connect. ***)
- Various small UI enhancements
- Bug fixes.
You can purchase BeejiveIM with Push from the App Store for $9.99.
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Facebook Begins Transcoding Video to MP4, Bringing iPad Support
Apr 27th
Facebook has begun transcoding uploaded videos to MP4 bringing video playback support for the iPad via its built in player.
According to ReadWriteWeb, this feature is still begin rolled out,
We went to one user’s News Feed (belonging to our own Marshall Kirkpatrick, in fact) and discovered he had uploaded two video files last night using iCamcorder. On the iPad, the earlier video played, launching as a full-screen MP4. The other, when clicked, informed us that we needed Flash in order to view it.Earlier reports believed that Facebook had launched an HTML5 player; however, that was not the case.
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