Stories by iPhoneinCanada.ca Staff
Pod2g Confirms iPhone 4S On iOS 5.1.1 Jailbroken
We've got another update on pod2g's upcoming jailbreak. Earlier this morning pod2g posted on Twitter that he has confirmed his jailbreak to be working on the iPhone 4S, on iOS 5.1.1. We can expect more and more updates, as they test all devices that run iOS 5.1.1. Earlier, we told you about pod2g's blog update...
MarketShark – Stock Fundamentals App For iPhone & iPad + Giveaway
For the casual observer, the standard Stocks.app that comes with the iPhone is solid. It gives users a nice overview of company portfolios and any related news items. However for the seasoned investor, obviously something far more powerful is required. I was recently introduced to a new stock app called "MarketShark" and from what I've...
GrabberApp Cydia Tweak Allows You To Open Any App With The Lockscreen Camera Grabber
With iOS 5.1 came a cool new way to get to the native Camera app on your iPhone and iPod Touch. You just push up on the new "Camera Grabber" icon, on the lockscreen, and you're instantly ready to snap a quick photo or video that precious moment in a hurry. This is a great...
Pod2g Untethered iOS 5.1.1 Jailbreak Update
Back near the end of April 2012, Pod2g gave us an ETA of at least a month until he could release his newest jailbreak. He has made some significant progress since then, confirming his jailbreak will work on all A4 and A5 devices. Today, he told his Twitter followers that he is still a few...
Redsn0w Update Brings Downgrade Firmware Option For iPhone 4S, iPad 2, and iPad 3 [How To]
As promised by Musclenerd just a few days ago, The iPhone Dev Team have released an update to Redsn0w, which brings the highly sought after downgrading feature. Either by accident or out of necessity, restoring your device happens. If you had to restore to iOS 5.1 on your iPhone 4S or iPad 2, you lost...
Rovio CEO Confirms ‘Amazing Alex’ As The Successor To Angry Birds
For those waiting to see the successor of Rovio's immensely popular Angry Birds, that day is coming very soon. The company's next major project is called 'Amazing Alex' and it's based on the iOS game 'Casey’s Contraptions'. According to Rovio CEO Mikael Hed, the game will feature educational elements and be focused on 'Alex' who...
Apple May Drop Google And Use In-House 3D Mapping Service In iOS 6
A report from 9to5Mac indicates that with the launch of iOS 6, Apple may be moving away from Google Maps services and instead use its own in-house mapping service that includes a very interesting 3D view. Apple's recent acquisitions of 'Placebase' and 'Poly9' (both mapping companies), along with 3D mapping company 'C3 Technologies' are reportedly...
Foxconn Chairman Confirms Preparations For Apple’s Rumored Television
A report from China Daily reveals that Foxconn chairman Terry Gou addressed the topic of Apple's rumored television yesterday during a news conference in Shanghai. According to the report, Foxconn is actively making preparations for Apple's upcoming television, further leveraging its partnership with Sharp to push LCD display technology. The report also reveals that the...
Pod2g Posts Video Proof Of His New Jailbreak
Earlier today we mentioned that Pod2G had made some progress with his new jailbreak, and had jailbroken The New iPad, untethered, on iOS5.1. Pod2g has since posted video proof of his jailbreak on his personal blog. http://youtu.be/ZWnL7v6Pofk Pod2g also posted credits and thank yous for this jailbreak, by Twitter user name: - boot code execution...
Scotiabank iTRADE App Now Available In The App Store
If you scrolled through the Featured Section of the App Store this week, you may have seen Scotiabank's new iTRADE app. The app was just recently launched and is designed for Scotiabank customers that trade equities and manage their investments on-the-go. The iTRADE app is now added to the list of other Scotiabank apps available...
‘Wolfenstein 3D’ Celebrates 20th Anniversary; Free To Download On iPhone & iPad
In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the Wolfenstein 3D video game, id Software has launched the game for free in the App Store! The game includes all six of the original episodes and 60 levels. The company has also launched a browser version of the game for free. Wolfenstein 3D is one the first...
AppleTV 5.0.1 Software Update Now Available
This afternoon Apple released a new software update, 5.0.1, for the second (2010) and third (2012) generation AppleTV. The update is minor and focuses on iTunes previews, AirPlay fixes, Netflix, and overall stability. Apple TV Software Update 5.0.1 iTunes previews - Previews for movies and TV shows from the iTunes Store can now be viewed...