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ZDnet Faked by Bogus iPhone Thumb Surgery Story 12/31/2007

I guess the iPhone isn’t ready for 2008 yet. It is showing the dates for the world clock for areas that have already ticked passed midnight as 07/12/31. Guess some Apple employees might not get to celebrate tonight if Steve calls them in. Either that or the current version of the iPhone includes new time warp software that lets you jump 20 years.

iPhone world clock broken for ‘Tomorrow’ items (Jan 1st Bug) 12/31/2007

I guess the iPhone isn’t ready for 2008 yet. It is showing the dates for the world clock for areas that have already ticked passed midnight as 07/12/31. Guess some Apple employees might not get to celebrate tonight if Steve calls them in. Either that or the current version of the iPhone includes new time warp software that lets you jump 20 years.

Archos 605 wifi hacked! 12/31/2007

Fiat over at archosfans has figured out how to run native, unsigned code on the 605 and 705. Check it out! 605 is the new iPhone!

12/31/07: News On Cracked: - Surplus Douchebaggery 12/31/2007

Cracked’s final newscast of 2007 reports on Jessica Biel, NASA, and iPhones, and features another appearance from iJustine and a few surplus douchebags.

iPhone update STILL has no MMS?!??!? Complain to Apple! 12/31/2007

Apple’s official iPhone Feedback page. Let them know how moronic it is to make such a fantastic phone that lags so far behind every one else in this one, easy-to-fix, way.

itouch, iPhone and iPod video, film and TV show downloads. 12/31/2007

The most popular stories at Digg.com in 2007 - Year of the iPhone, HD-DVD code, Firefox, Photo section and Ron Paul…

Digg 2007 - Year in Review 12/31/2007

The most popular stories at Digg.com in 2007 - Year of the iPhone, HD-DVD code, Firefox, Photo section and Ron Paul…

Top 10 Web Tech Stories of 2007 12/31/2007

2007 was an eventful year in Web Technology, with the rise of Facebook, some frenzied acquisitions from the likes of Google, Yahoo and Microsoft, and of course the iPhone. To round out the year (and put an end to the December lists!) here is a look at what we think were the 10 biggest Web tech stories of the year.

iPhone 1.1.3 Firmwire video - All new features show 12/31/2007

2007 was an eventful year in Web Technology, with the rise of Facebook, some frenzied acquisitions from the likes of Google, Yahoo and Microsoft, and of course the iPhone. To round out the year (and put an end to the December lists!) here is a look at what we think were the 10 biggest Web tech stories of the year.

Full Video Demo of Apple iPhone Firmware 1.1.3 Features 12/30/2007

If anyone had any doubts left about the 100% veracity of the Apple Firmware 1.1.3, here is a full video demonstration of all the new features they have been able to find: from GPS-like cell-tower triangulation positioning to multiple-recipient SMS, Google Maps hybrid map view, application moving and saving web bookmarks as Springboard icons.

Long Live Closed-Source Software! 12/30/2007

If anyone had any doubts left about the 100% veracity of the Apple Firmware 1.1.3, here is a full video demonstration of all the new features they have been able to find: from GPS-like cell-tower triangulation positioning to multiple-recipient SMS, Google Maps hybrid map view, application moving and saving web bookmarks as Springboard icons.

iPhone Firmware 1.1.3 Screenshots 12/28/2007

Gearlive is showing off some convincing screenshots of the new iPhone firmware 1.1.3.

iPhone 1.1.3 to bring Home customization, Locate Me, more 12/28/2007

Jailbreakers and unlockers beware: there might actually be some new features in this update that warrant a reevaluation of priorities.

Top 10 iPhone Disappointments 12/28/2007

This doesn’t really make me want an iPhone anymore.

WordPress blogging with the iPhone 12/27/2007

Also in Apple’s movie rental deal yesterday with Fox: Apple will license its FairPlay copy-protection technology to Fox for DVD movie releases. This will allow DVD purchasers to easily — and legally — rip movies to their computers for playback on iPods and iPhones.

Fox to allow DVD ripping to Apple’s iTunes 12/27/2007

Also in Apple’s movie rental deal yesterday with Fox: Apple will license its FairPlay copy-protection technology to Fox for DVD movie releases. This will allow DVD purchasers to easily — and legally — rip movies to their computers for playback on iPods and iPhones.

Apple to introduce iPhone Cashless Service and Line Jumping 12/27/2007

Steve Jobs wants to patent a process that will save customers the hassle of waiting to order a cup of coffee at a local Starbucks or a fresh burger at the nearest fast food restaurant. Even better: The technology would let you jump the line of those ordering in person

iPhone helps O2 lure customers of competition 12/26/2007

After you transfer the application to your phone or pod the software will theoretically allow owners to download ISO, IMG, BIG Z and ZNX files to your phone to play Playstation games.

iPhone Playstation Emulator Goes Public 12/26/2007

After you transfer the application to your phone or pod the software will theoretically allow owners to download ISO, IMG, BIG Z and ZNX files to your phone to play Playstation games.

Apple Iphone Free | How to get this Cellphone Free 12/24/2007

*First and foremost, I am going to tell you that the word “Free” does not mean you do not need a credit card. This is a common misconception that I have had to explain time and time again. You will need a credit card but in order to get the item, you will have to do the trial offers available and cancel before the trial period expires. This is why

Apple hires author of the unofficial iPhone SDK 12/24/2007

*First and foremost, I am going to tell you that the word “Free” does not mean you do not need a credit card. This is a common misconception that I have had to explain time and time again. You will need a credit card but in order to get the item, you will have to do the trial offers available and cancel before the trial period expires. This is why

Merry Christmas! Free $100 iTunes Gift Card 12/24/2007

Did you get a new iPod or iPhone this Christmas? Need songs, videos or ringtones? iPhonevine is running a contest that gives you a chance to score with a $100 iTunes Gift Card. Just post a comment!

Funniest. iPhone. Application. Ever 12/23/2007

In 2008, new iPhone native apps will revolution your life and streamline your work. This is not one of them. This is about the answer to the conundrum: what is iPhone + art. If you do the math, it quickly becomes clear that iPhone + art = iPhart. And there you have it.

Breaking: Apple / Steve Jobs to Unveil Slim Mac, New iPhone 12/23/2007

Apple Inc. Chief Executive Officer Steve Jobs’s annual Macworld surprise may be a slimmed-down laptop and a higher-capacity model of the iPhone.

Apple has sold 5 million iPhones 12/21/2007

Apple has sold 5 million iPhones, according to 9 to 5 Mac, an Apple rumor site. At the iPhone’s launch, Steve Jobs set a public goal of selling 10 million iPhones — next year. With the iPhone only on sale for six months, that means Apple’s already selling its sleek smartphones at 2008 speed.

This On-Line Bible works well with the iPhone! 12/19/2007

According to iSuppli Corporation, Apple Incorporated’s iPods traditionally have been sold at retail pricing that is about twice the level of their hardware Bill of Materials and manufacturing costs. The iPod touch is no exception. The 8GB version of the iPod touch carries a BoM cost of $149.18, based on pricing in October.

iSuppli: 8GB iPhone costs Apple $155.04 12/19/2007

According to iSuppli Corporation, Apple Incorporated’s iPods traditionally have been sold at retail pricing that is about twice the level of their hardware Bill of Materials and manufacturing costs. The iPod touch is no exception. The 8GB version of the iPod touch carries a BoM cost of $149.18, based on pricing in October.

Webb Alert for the 19th of December 12/19/2007

The Wall Street Journal says a Japanese launch for the iPhone is essential for Apple to ship ten million iPhones by the end of next year. Reuters reports that Apple’s strict demands have made talks with Japan’s top carrier, DoCoMo, rocky. But it could mean that the hotly-awaited 3G iPhone

How To Get A Free iPhone - Free iPhone Mobile Guide 12/19/2007

The Wall Street Journal says a Japanese launch for the iPhone is essential for Apple to ship ten million iPhones by the end of next year. Reuters reports that Apple’s strict demands have made talks with Japan’s top carrier, DoCoMo, rocky. But it could mean that the hotly-awaited 3G iPhone

Christmas Gifts Made from Troll Beads 12/18/2007

Keeping with the holiday theme, let me ask you if there has ever been a time…usually after watching the Kay Jewelers commercial for the millionth time that you wish the holidays were more about spending quality time with the family and less time wondering if you were going to get the new iPhone or a new Lexus?!!

LG Voyager Verizon Wireless Review. Gizmodo review 12/18/2007

According to a teardown analysis conducted by market-research firm iSuppli, the Touch isn’t just a stripped-down iPhone, but rather it has some unique design traits of its own.

Apple in iPhone talks with two of Japans largest carriers 12/18/2007

Apple Inc. this month is moving on plans to launch the iPhone across parts of Asia next year, recently meeting with executives from two of Japan’s premier mobile wireless carriers, sources are telling both The Wall Street Journal and Reuters.

iPod Touch smarter than it’s sibling iPhone? 12/18/2007

According to a teardown analysis conducted by market-research firm iSuppli, the Touch isn’t just a stripped-down iPhone, but rather it has some unique design traits of its own.

Pownce Mobile Now Live! 12/18/2007

Pownce now has a full featured Mobile site for use with mobile devices. Looks great on the iPhone!

Long Live Closed-Source Software! 12/18/2007

Pownce now has a full featured Mobile site for use with mobile devices. Looks great on the iPhone!

Vista, iPhone are huge disappointments of 2007 12/17/2007

Last month’s Net Applications iPhone browser market share numbers were no fluke. A second study, commissioned to Canalys by Symbian, shows that iPhone sales are second only to Blackberry in North America. That means that iPhone has passed Windows Mobile, Palm and Linux

Canalys figures in, iPhone clear winner in North America 12/17/2007

Last month’s Net Applications iPhone browser market share numbers were no fluke. A second study, commissioned to Canalys by Symbian, shows that iPhone sales are second only to Blackberry in North America. That means that iPhone has passed Windows Mobile, Palm and Linux

Zannel optimizes for iPhone 12/17/2007

Zannel, Inc.the mobile industry’ s first Instant Media Messaging ™ service that allows people to instantly update their friends and start real-time conversations by sharing video, picture and text updates from mobile phones, has created a mobile Web site optimized for the iPhone.

Pictures of hot women on your iPhone 12/16/2007

Free downgrade tutorial at iPhoneUnlockAustralia for people who accidentally upgraded their iPhone from 1.1.1 or 1.0.2 to 1.1.2 - Note: Brand new 1.1.2 iPhones cannot be unlocked yet.

Free Tutorial - Accidentally upgrade your iPhone to 1.1.2? 12/16/2007

Free downgrade tutorial at iPhoneUnlockAustralia for people who accidentally upgraded their iPhone from 1.1.1 or 1.0.2 to 1.1.2 - Note: Brand new 1.1.2 iPhones cannot be unlocked yet.