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Apple promises fix for web-based jailbreak flaw in iOS-based devices, declines on specific date

The tug-of-war between Apple and the iPhone hacker community continues as Apple has vowed to fix a flaw that allows its iOS-based device to be jailbroken via the Safari web browser. Per CNET an Apple spokesperson said, “We’re aware of this reported issue, we have already developed a fix and it will be available to […]

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Recently unearthed iPad configuration policies provide additional evidence to forthcoming camera

You’re hankering for a camera on the iPad and it may be forthcoming. Per AppleInsider, iPad management profile policies available to corporate users include the capability to disable use of its camera, providing evidence of future intent to include a camera on upcoming models. Apple’s configuration profile tools for iOS devices include a variety of […]

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iPhone Dev Team releases web-based hack for iPhone 4 handset

The iPhone Dev Team raised their hand on Sunday, releasing the first “jailbreak” for the iPhone 4, a browser-based exploit that allows users to run unauthorized code. However, some reported that the modification results in broken MMS and FaceTime functionality. According to AppleInsider, “comex,” a member of the iPhone Dev Team, released the hack through […]

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Apple releases Safari 5.0.1 update

Amidst yesterday’s updates and product releases, Apple released Safari 5.0.1, the newest version of its web browser. The new version, available here (or via Mac OS X’s Software Update feature), sports the following fixes and changes: – More accurate Top Hit results in the Address Field. – More accurate timing for CSS animations. – Better […]

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Apple releases iOS 4.0.1 for iPhone, iOS 3.2.1 for iPad, hunts down long-standing bugs

Following up on rumors, Apple has released iOS 4.0.1 via iTunes. Per MacNN, the update makes just a single major change, that being improved accuracy in iPhone signal display. The company recently promised a software fix in light of reception issues, though it’s now believed the problem is traceable to hardware. The download is only […]