Jumat, 04 Maret 2011

IOS 4.3 Baseband is unlockable yet

Vincent recently tweeted regarding baseband for iOS 4.3.



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Kamis, 03 Maret 2011

[HOW-TO]: Download iOS 4.3

  • Why wait for March 11 when you can try iOS 4.3 now?
  • Want to upgrade to iOS 4.3 which Steve Jobs mentioned yesterday but don't have a developer account?
  • The good news is that you can get it right now .
  • You do not need your UDID to execute the installation.
  • Just follow our steps right below and don't forget that iOS 4.3 needs the latest iTunes 10.2.
STEP 1: Download and install iTunes 10.2.

STEP 2: Now, you need to download the right gold master version for your device:
  • iPhone 4, from here.
  • iPhone 3GS, from here.
  • iPod touch 4G, from here.
  • iPod touch 3G, from here.
  • iPad 3G and Wi-Fi, get this one.
STEP 3: Connect your iPhone into your computer via USB and iTunes hold Alt (Shift in Windows) and click on the 'restore' button then point it to one of the gold master files you download above. Wait for between 10 and 15 minutes for the new OS to be moved over.

[Huge thanks to Brian Sweet for uploading the files and thanks to Covering Web for the source of the article.]

[HOW-TO]: A TIP to Receive SMS Notification (Tested on Celcom Network)

  • When you send an SMS, did you ever wonder whether the person at the other end have received your SMS or just ignore it?
  • Here's a way to give you a notification when the SMS has been received safely (it will also notify when the person switched ON the phone)
  • When you write an SMS, you can start with the first 3 characters *n#
  • For example, you can send a message like this 
*n#How are you? Did you get the message for dinner tonite?

  • Once the person received the SMS safely, you will get a notification (for example):
Message for +6019XXXXXXX, with identification 11022819XXXX has been delivered on 2011-02-28 at 19:13:23 

  • Thus, there will be no reason for the person to say, he have not read the SMS or he switched off his phone etc.
  • Can you guys try on other mobile operators and tell me whether it also works the same? 

Rabu, 02 Maret 2011

Year 2011 will be the Year of iPad 2

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Steve Jobs made a personal appearance with his Keynote Speech on March 2, 2011.
A slimmer, faster, front facing camera and at the same price of iPad 1.
What's amazing is the thickness or the thinness of the device! Thinner than iPhone 4!
What strikes me is the "Smart Cover"... Truly unique and I am sure its patented - take a look at how you can roll the cover and turn it into a stand!

Verdict? Are you going to buy?




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iPad 2 Announced

     The original iPad was, like Apple said, a magical and revolutionary device. It was the first majorly successful tablet PC, and started the 2011 "Tablet Rush".
     At an event earlier today, Apple's CEO Steve Jobs announced the next generation of the iPad: the iPad 2. Steve Jobs was, or maybe still is, on medical leave. There had been reports that he had only six weeks to live, and pictures of him walking out of treatment very thin, so everybody was relieved when he walked on stage, looking just like he did a year ago.
     The iPad 2 is thinner, lighter, and has a faster processor than it's predecessor. It comes in WiFi only and 3G models, both of which are 9.50 inches high, and 7.31 inches wide. They are also both only 0.34 inches thick, making it easier to hold than the original iPad. Also, the WiFi version weighs 1.33 pounds, with a the 3G  version weighing in at 0.1 pound heavier. Both the WiFi and 3G models come in 16, 32, and 64 gigabyte versions.
     Both the WiFi and 3G versions come with Bluetooth, making it good for wireless keyboards. The 3G version is available on both the AT&T and Verizon wireless carriers.
The iPad's 9.7 inch glossy capacitive touchscreen makes playing with the iPad a beautiful experience. There was some speculating about the iPad 2 bringing a better screen resolution, but it stays at the same 1024 by 768 resolution.
     The iPad 2 comes to the market as the first shipped dual-core tablet with Apple's new A5 processor. This 1GHz custom designed chip gives high performance without draining battery life. Another improvement is in the graphics, which Steve Jobs says are now up to 9 times faster.
Steve Jobs at iPad 2 Event
     It also has the expected front and rear facing cameras. The rear facing camera is capable of taking 720p video at 30 frames per second, while the front facing, VGA camera can also do 30 frames per second video. These cameras are great for the iPad's new integrated FaceTime app. FaceTime allows you to videochat with other iPad owners. It also has compatibly for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and Macs, so you can videochat with anyone in the Apple Universe.
     Despite the added features and slightly smaller body, the iPad 2 claims the same 10 hour battery life on WiFi as the original iPad, using 3G, the battery life should be about an hour less, at 9 hours.
     The iPad 2 also brings the gyroscope of the iPhone and iPod Touch to the iPad experience, which will greatly enhance the gaming experience on the iPad.
iPad 2 with FaceTime
     Some other new features include the ability to completely mirror the iPad's screen onto an HDTV via the $39 HDMI connector, the choice now of black or white, and a new kind of case.
     Last iPad, Apple did it's own case. The case was simple but efficient. Apple wanted to do another case this time, but one that wouldn't take away from the sleek design of the iPad, and also wouldn't add too much weight. They came up with the iPad Smart Cover.
            Smart Cover Closed
     The smart cover was designed long with the iPad 2, making it work extremely well with he device. The Smart Cover is a screen cover that attaches with magnets. There are magnets inside the iPad and on the cover, so it's easy to put on, and it also auto-aligns. The cover is made out of 5 flat attached by either Polyurethane or leather. It can be lifted up and folded to use as a stand for typing, or a stand for watching movies. The iPad also automatically wakes up when the cover is raised, and locks when it is placed back on. As an added bonus, the side of the cover touching the iPad screen is made of microfiber material, so the screen is cleaned anytime you open or close the device.
     A big thing Apple focused on in then announcement was the software. iPad 2 will run iOS 4.3 which brings some new features with it. 4.3 brings new AirPlay enhancements. AirPlay allows users to stream content from their iOS devices to an Apple TV or other compatible device. The update allows AirPlay from the Photos app, and makes streaming a lot easier, as it will scan your network for an Apple TV, so you don't have to set up anything.
     4.3 also brings Apples Nitro JavaScript engine to the iPad's Safari app, making web pages load a lot faster, especially ones with a lot of interactive JavaScript.
     Another cool feature in iOS 4.3 is iTunes Home Sharing. Home Sharing allows you to stream your entire library to your device over a shared WiFi connection. This seems like a cool feature, but if you ever have to leave your house, your content won't come with you.
     Apple also introduced two new apps, both available for $4.99 in the app store. These apps are iMovie and Garage Band. iMovie allows users to do complex movie editing, and offers cool themes. Garage band allows users to create and edit music, even without any musical talent.
     The iPad 2 brings many new features to a thinner, lighter package, and keeps the $499 price tag of the original iPad. Available on March 11th, the iPad 2 seems like a good buy for anyone who wants to spend $499 on a new device.
  
  
    
  

Preparations For BOC Open Studio

Things are underway for a lot of Beads of Clay artists that are going to be participating in this Sunday's BOC Bloggers Open Studio Event. There will be a Live Blogging event from 1-4pm EST and a Static Post Event which will have a separate post to make blog cruising a lot easier during that 3 hour window.
These are my "giveaway" pendants for the Sunday Live Event on the Marsha Neal Studio Blog.
If you have never heard of this event, you may be wondering:
What is this event?
Why have Live and Static posts?
And do I qualify to participate?
What do I do?

Here are some answers:
1. The BOC Bloggers Open Studio event is a way that artists in our group can "get together" through our blogs and open them up to visitors. A blogging art loop of sorts where you get to visit artists in their creative space, all over the world through the windows of their blog.

2. Live posts provide us all with the interaction of being together at one time in one place. It's quite fun! The Static posts allow artists that have other commitments or limitations within technology, to participate in the Open Studio Event.

3. Anyone can visit the Open Studio Event and make comments on individual artists blogs for a chance at winning the "giveaway beads". If you are an BOC artist and want to participate, click here.

4. There will be a schedule of events listed for the live event on the Main Beads of Clay Blog on Sunday, March 6, 2011. Click on over there and take a look at both posts for the Static and Live events to see what artists are joining up. 

  • Then at 1pm EST, come on over to start visiting the Live event artists blogs to start the tour. 
  • Make comments on the appropriate posts (they will be labeled 1st and 2nd giveaways) during the 1/2 hour windows.
  • Enjoy the time you have to spend with all the BOC artists live on their blogs.
Remember, all artists were asked to participate in giveaways and sales in their Etsy Shops or Websites on their clay work, so check out all the Static and Live posts for both.

When all is done, come back to the main Beads of Clay Live Event Post and leave a comment there for your chance to win a large group of beads donated by Beads of Clay artists.

Hope to see you at the Beads of Clay Blog on Sunday!

Preparations For BOC Open Studio

Things are underway for a lot of Beads of Clay artists that are going to be participating in this Sunday's BOC Bloggers Open Studio Event. There will be a Live Blogging event from 1-4pm EST and a Static Post Event which will have a separate post to make blog cruising a lot easier during that 3 hour window.
These are my "giveaway" pendants for the Sunday Live Event on the Marsha Neal Studio Blog.
If you have never heard of this event, you may be wondering:
What is this event?
Why have Live and Static posts?
And do I qualify to participate?
What do I do?

Here are some answers:
1. The BOC Bloggers Open Studio event is a way that artists in our group can "get together" through our blogs and open them up to visitors. A blogging art loop of sorts where you get to visit artists in their creative space, all over the world through the windows of their blog.

2. Live posts provide us all with the interaction of being together at one time in one place. It's quite fun! The Static posts allow artists that have other commitments or limitations within technology, to participate in the Open Studio Event.

3. Anyone can visit the Open Studio Event and make comments on individual artists blogs for a chance at winning the "giveaway beads". If you are an BOC artist and want to participate, click here.

4. There will be a schedule of events listed for the live event on the Main Beads of Clay Blog on Sunday, March 6, 2011. Click on over there and take a look at both posts for the Static and Live events to see what artists are joining up. 

  • Then at 1pm EST, come on over to start visiting the Live event artists blogs to start the tour. 
  • Make comments on the appropriate posts (they will be labeled 1st and 2nd giveaways) during the 1/2 hour windows.
  • Enjoy the time you have to spend with all the BOC artists live on their blogs.
Remember, all artists were asked to participate in giveaways and sales in their Etsy Shops or Websites on their clay work, so check out all the Static and Live posts for both.

When all is done, come back to the main Beads of Clay Live Event Post and leave a comment there for your chance to win a large group of beads donated by Beads of Clay artists.

Hope to see you at the Beads of Clay Blog on Sunday!