See, I told you that jailbreaking your handset could bring on a series of unwanted events your way. It looks like a security vulnerability has been exposed by a Dutch hacker. The hacker gained access to various jailbroken phones and then he sent picture messages demanding a €5 PayPal payment:

If you don’t pay, it’s fine by me, but remember, the way I got access to your iPhone can be used by thousands of others-they can send text messages from your number (like I did), use it to call or record your calls, and actually whatever they want, even use it for their hacking activities! I can assure you, I have no intention of harming you or whatever, but, some hackers do! It’s just my advice to secure your phone.

Luckily enough he did reveal the fix for the problem and it comes free of charge. Did you have any problems with your jailbroken iPhone?

via fileave

Tags: Apple, Dutch, hacker, iPhone, iPhone, jailbreak, security, unlock, Vulnerability

It’s no secret that the iPhone doesn’t support Flash and most likely won’t until Apple decides to lift the restriction. However, some people evidently have been thinking it was Adobe’s fault that there is no Flash on the iPhone, as you can see from the above picture.

Of course, Adobe isn’t exactly getting angry at Apple but they are telling consumers exactly what they need to know; Flash won’t be on the iPhone until Apple says it can.

via geardiary

Tags: adobe, Apple, Apple, Cell Phones, flash, iPhone, Mobile News, Mobile Software

Vodafone Portugal is now offering a first for their 5 million mobile phone users with the first visual voicemail service for the iPhone. Powered by Comverse, this special service originally started in March and provides subscribers a better way to communicate with their family and friends via voicemailtechnology. No more typing needed. Simply retrieve the message, select (if multiple) and then listen. Messaging and communication just became a whole lot dramatic and easier for the iPhone users over at Portugal!

(Source) Press

Tags: 5 million, Apple, comverse, family and friends, iPhone, iPhone, Mobile News, mobile phone users, Mobile Software, subscribers, Vodafone, Vodafone, vodafone portugal, voicemail service, whole lot

GoGift has made life easier for registered users at their end with the announcement of the GoGift iPhone app. This app is a free application and will provide up to date information on their “Contributions Report”. The app is ideal for those who have created a registry and is quite easy to use. After downloading them to you iPhone, simply key in your username and password from the GoGift.com site and select the current event. A list of gift givers, gift contributions and the amount or any note will be shown via your handset. The GoGift iPhone app is now available at the iTunes App Store for free.

(Source) Press

Tags: Apple, Cell Phones, current event, free application, free source, gift givers, handset, iPhone, iPhone, iTunes, Mobile Software

The Jibbigo app should be something handy to have along especially for travelers who have to deal with some language barriers. Translation is a key necessity for some people and with the use of their iPhone and this translating app, live could be easier and clearer for them. The app is the Jibbigo app which can translate spoken English dialects into Spanish and vice-versa. However it can only record and translate one sentence in a time which may still need some effort on the iPhone owner’s part. But it is better than not understanding one another at all!

The Jibbigo app is now available and retails for $24.99.

(Source) Digital Trends

Tags: Apple, digital trends, english dialects, iPhone, iPhone, iphones, language barriers, Mobile Software, translation, travelers

The iPhone or the iPod Touch can be a handy organizer with the right application installed. And working on their previous app, LifeFocus unveiled their updated version with the LifeFocus 1.2 for the iPhone and iPod Touch. With this app, iPhone owners are expected to accomplish more tasks without wasting too much time in enumerating the things that they have to do via a to-do list.

It includes a goal-tracking feature which should help egg people to get nearer to their goal. Users can effortlessly define their goals and the tasks needed to achieve them, and have everything seamlessly integrated into a general task list. The LifeFocus 1.2 app is available at the app store and retails for $9.99.

(Source) PR Mac

Tags: Apple, egg, handy organizer, iPhone, iPhone, iphones, iPod Touch, Mobile Software, seamlessly, task list

Shrek is back! But not in a starring role though. Rather, Shrek and his friends are on a different mission, to become the Kingdom’s Fastest Kart Racer via the Ye Grand Tournament. This is the first time that iPhone and iPod Touch owners can get the chance to play as Shrek, as a Kart driver going up against the likes of Donkey, Fiona, Puss in Boots or Pinocchio. Shrek Kart Game can be played in single or multiplayer mode and boasts of unique karts which you can ride along 15 different tracks.

The app is now available at the iTunes app store for $4.99.

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Tags: Apple, donkey, image credits, iPhone, iPhone, iphones, iPod Touch, iTunes, kart driver, kart game, kart racer, Mobile Software, multiplayer mode, pinocchio, puss in boots, shrek

Flixster offers an app suited for the movie goers, especially the ones who needs some info on what is playing on the big screen. The app is Movies by Flixster made for the iPhone and the Android which should come in handy as far as finding out what is showing and which cinemas are near your place. It makes use of GPS to list the cinemas nearest you and even allows you to search them by name.

Or if you are aching to know when a new movie of your choice would start showing, you can always search by title, actor or any keyword related to the film you are looking for. Each film also includes a link to watch the trailer right on your phone. The Movies app is now available at the iTunes app store. Only U.S. films are shown with this app.

(Source) Crave

Tags: Android, Apple, films, flixster, iPhone, iPhone, iTunes, Mobile Software, movie goers, use of gps

We’re really tired to see this weird game between Apple and Palm. It was a little funny at first but we should expect to see this mind games occur every now and then. Here’s how it works: Apple launches a new iTunes version that happens to block the Pre out and then Palm comes up with a solution that will allow iTunes synching again.

Apple has a new iTunes version available and naturally, Palm Pre owners won’t be able to use it, at least for the time being. Version 9.0.2 was launched this week and it’s still too early for Palm to release an iTunes syncing solution. The simplest thing you can do is not to download the upload and keep using your old iTunes version with your Pre. What do you think?

via wired

Tags: 9.0.2, Apple, iTunes, Mobile News, Palm, Palm, pre, syncing

iPhone OS 3.1.2 has been unlocked already and you can expect to be able to unlock your iPhone on November 4. The unlock is possible thanks to Geohot, the same hacker that managed to jailbreak OS 3.1.2. Next week you should be looking for Blacksn0w which will do the trick for you. In case you use Blackra1n for jailbreaking the iPhone then you’ll be able to download the unlock solution straight from it.

Just make sure you know what you’re doing before performing any jailbreaking and/or unlocking operations. We’re certainly not recommending such activities which can lead to all sorts of troubles with your carrier, not to mention Apple, in the future.

Tags: Apple, Apple, blackra1n, blacksn0w, iPhone, jailbreak, OS 3.1.2, Portable Devices, unlock

With all the craze about Rock Band and Guitar Hero, Metallica unveils its own iPhone app version with the “Tap Tap Revenge: Metallica iPhone app. The Metallica app features the same tapping that you would do with other game consoles but on a miniature note. There are 10 songs included in the app like Enter the Sandman and is actually the top paid app to date at the App Store. So if you feel the urge to strum some strings, tap away with the Tap Tap Revenge: Metallica iPhone app. The app is now available for download at the iTunes app store for $4.99.

(Source) Winnipeg Free Press

Tags: app version, Apple, game consoles, Guitar Hero, iPhone, iPhone, iTunes, metallica, Mobile Software, revenge, rock band, sandman, tap tap, tapping, urge

Comics have become the next focus of attention as far as apps for the iPhone or iPod Touch these days and it looks like a marquee comic label will be joining the ranks of Comixology, iVerse and Panelfly. Last August, the lack of known comic brands was brought up here on Mobile Whack and it looks like the developers of the app heard us.

Several new and classic comic book issues will be added to their roster which should get the fancy of people who have started using their iPhones for their comic book collection and reading needs. Prices vary among the three developers though but if you want the cheapest one, then Panelfly should be it with a $0.99 price tag although you may want to consider the comic issues before deciding to purchase the app and from whom.

(Source) Splashpage MTV

Tags: Apple, apps, Cell Phones, classic comic book, comic book collection, comic issues, developers, iPhone, iPhone, iphones, iverse, marvel comics, Mobile Software, mobile whack, MTV, price tag

Just when people were waiting for the sequels to the popular game Doom, the original app comes out of nowhere at the iTunes app store. The iPhone Doom Classic features three episodes of the original game and a special fourth episode titled “Flesh Consumed”. The Doom Classic app can be yours for $6.99 and is now available for purchase.

(Source) Recombu

Tags: Apple, classic features, flesh, game doom, iPhone, iPhone, iTunes, Mobile Software, purchase source, sequels

iLuv has released another neat iPhone dock with the release of the iMM183 Dual Dock iPod/iPhone alarm clock with weather radio. The dock can charge two iPods or iPhones and can be programmed to handle multiple alarms which play songs stored on your apple device/s. The iMM183 Dual Dock iPod/iPhone alarm clock is now available and can be purchased for $149.99.

(Source)Hot Hardware

Tags: Accessories, alarm clock, alarms, Apple, Apple, iPhone, iPhone, iphones, ipods, weather radio

After waiting for 2 years I guess many people in China opted to buy an iPhone from the US or other country, but for the people that decided to wait for the official release, the day is today.

So lets recapitulate: the good news is that the iPhone was released on China today, 30 October; and the bad news it that the Chineer iPhone version doesn’t feature WiFi. How bad can it get? The prices are considerable expensive as well, prices start at $720 and go up to $1,025.

Anyhow, rumours mention a possible second batch of iPhones to be released in the future that will come with WiFi, and by that time we’ll expect the price to drop as well.

Tags: Apple, China, iPhone, WiFi

Two new provocative iPhone apps have been approved according the Adam & Eve, America’s supposed choice of all things erotic. The two new iPhone apps are the Adam & Eve’s Bree Olson app and the Adam & Eve’s Kayden Kross app. Move over iPorn, this is one app that should give you a run for your money!

These two apps feature the specified contract stars and includes provocative images, biographies and news about them. The app is now available at the App Store for $0.99 each.

(Source) Press

Tags: adam eve, Apple, biographies, bree olson, Cell Phones, iPhone, iPhone, iphone apps, iporn, kayden kross, launch, Mobile Software, Money, provocative images

For the car enthusiasts who are on the lookout for classic and vintage cars, here is an iPhone app that should help direct you on what is available in the market. The CHROME iPhone app is an auto price guide that comes complete with car information for more than 40,000 vehicle models. Aside from that, the Chrome app also features a road-trip journal, images of classic cars and car show information. The app will be highlighted during the 2009 SEMA Show from November 3 to 6. The app is available at the iTunes App store and retails for $1.99.

(Source) Press

Tags: Apple, auto price guide, car buyers, car enthusiasts, car information, car show, Cell Phones, classic car, classic cars, Images, iPhone, iPhone, iTunes, lookout, Mobile Software, road trip journal, sema show, vehicle models, vintage cars

The new iTunes terms & conditions have a new paragraph which reveals more details about Apple TV 3.0. You’ll be happy to know that Apple TV 3.0 will offer support for iTunes LP and Extras viewing as soon as it becomes available. These features will be available only on those computers running iTunes 9 or higher and Apple TV 3.0 or higher.

Apple announced the iTunes LP format back in September and in case you forgot, iTunes LP will let you access a lot of bonus material about your favorite artists. iTunes Extras does the same thing with movies so you’ll probably enjoy both features once they become available. We have no idea when Apple TV 3.0 will become available but we’re expecting it to arrive soon.

via appleinsider

Tags: Apple, Apple, Apple TV 3.0, iTunes, iTunes Extra, iTunes LP, Mobile News, Mobile Software

For the music lovers and followers of DJ and music producer David Guetta, here is an iPhone app that should keep you up dated. Aside from sharing remixed music, the people who get this app can interact with Guetta and other fans in real time. The app was created with MXP4 and Redshift and is the first app which allows music fans to interact closely with a major music artist via their iPhone or iPod Touch. Check out the video about this iPhone app below.

(Source) Press

Tags: Apple, Cell Phones, david guetta, dj, followers, interactive music, iPhone, iPhone, major music, Mobile Software, music artist, music fans, music lovers, music producer, real time, redshift

The Walt Disney Corporation has plans to release an application for the iPhone, with the intention to reward users that browse their website by offering some free bonus.

The application works in an unusual way, basically users have to take photos with their cellphones of movies like “Wall-E” and “G-Force” that are displayed on the Disney.com website. If the user shoots the right frame, it will have access to exclusive content like videos and wallpapers for the cellphone. In the future Disney wants to incorporate movie posters as bonus, to get more interest in their upcoming movies.

This Walt Disney application for the iPhone is free and is already available for download.

Tags: Apple, application, iPhone, Mobile Software, walt disney