The long wait for an iPhone 4 jailbreak is now officially over and it came with beneficial effects for other iDevices too. This new jailbreak works on any iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad and is done directly on the device, with no need to use a device on the computer. The process is really easy and simple too. All you have to do is visit this website on your device and “Slide to Jailbreak”. It is recommended that you sync with iTunes, but I had no issue just performing the jailbreak and then returning to my springboard to a Cydia icon.

David – Senior Editor

iPhone 4 with OWLE and EnCinema 35mm Adapter (SLR Lens) from Vimeo.com

Yesterday, Media productions company Vid-Atlantic posted a video showing how the iPhone 4 was capable of using a SLR lens with only minor adjustments to a few 3rd-party products. And though the quality was decent, it got me thinking, would it be worth it to make something like this? After some investigation, probably not. Here’s why:

The materials used in the making of this video were, an iPhone 4 ($200-$300), a Canon EF 50mm f1.8 lens (at miniumum $90), an OWLE bubo for the iPhone ($130) and an EnCinema 35mm Adapter ($200). The price would be at least $620, about the price of a Canon Rebel XSI or a Rebel T1i. The money spent would be better put to use for a DSLR (in terms of quality as well.)

Lev – Lead Writer

Earlier today, Steve Jobs stepped on stage and made three announcements about the iPhone 4 and some of its problems.

The first of which was about the phone’s antenna problem. Jobs explained that Apple isn’t going to change the design, explaining that it’s even “better than the 3GS.” Instead of doing a recall, Apple will be giving away free bumpers and a selection of other cases until September 30 to iPhone owners. We’re expecting that Apple will have a solution to the problem by then anyways.

Next up was the discussion about the long-awaited white iPhone 4. Jobs said that it will be available soon with limited quantities.

The final announcement was about the iPhone’s proximity sensor problems. Unlike the case of the antenna, the proximity sensor will be fixed by a soon-to-be released iOS update.

We would still like to mention that you can return the iPhone 4 until your 30 day return policy is up, if you feel like a bumper/case or software update wont fix the problems.

Lev – Lead Writer

Sources: AppleInsider Live Blog; Gizmodo Live Blog

After the wide-spread iPhone 4 antenna problem hit many owners of the phone, Apple has taken the wrong turns in covering the issue up.

Along with ignoring it at their stores, they’ve begun censoring this problem on web. They’ve started deleting threads on their forums mentioning the now – common problem. Luckily, voices can still be heard as they don’t have the right to delete threads on other sites.

But their maybe a fix! The three possibilities that may fix this problem are: the on-going lawsuit involving both AT&T and Apple happens to win against the two companies; Apple could give out free bumpers (which only cost a dollar or two to make); or consumers maybe able to get their phone replaced. Tech site Gizmodo.com has already mentioned that some of their readers have had their iPhones silently recalled due to the issue. Hopefully we’ll see a fix in the near future.

Lev – Lead Writer

Update: Apple is set to hold a press conference on Friday about the iPhone 4. We do not have information on whether or not Apple will discuss the antenna issue.

The Pandigital Novel is an Android-powered e-reader. It features a 7″ screen, ARM 11 processor, 1GB of internal storage (expandable up to 32GB), and WiFi, all for the low price of $200. The iPad features a 9.7″ screen, Apple A4 processor, 16GB of storage (non-expandable, but also in 32GB and 64GB), and WiFi (and 3G on some models), but it costs $500 (or higher for 3G and/or higher storage). Now, here’s when the real deal comes in; the iPad runs iOS 3.2 and the Novel runs Android. Novel’s version of Android is device-specific and limited, but reports of some hacking have just surface and it appears as though the Novel has been fully rooted and running the stock version of Android 2.1. Though I can’t really say much about performance, judging from the processor, this is still a major breakthrough.

I truly believe that if this is in fact, 100% working and fast, for that matter, this could really stir up some competition with the iPad. It’s $300 cheaper, so you really are going to be paying a lot less for it anyway.

David – Senior Editor

Late yesterday, George Hotz (@geohot) announced on his Twitter acount that people are taking his iPhone hacking too seriously and it isn’t fun for him anymore. George Hotz is the creator of the original iPhone jailbreak. A few days back, George Hotz made a post on his blog featuring an iPhone 4 running Cydia. His blog is no longer accessible to the public, this is most likely because of controversy from the post. He claims that iPhone hacking is just something he did when he was bored and that people are making a bigger deal about his accomplishments than him. In order to find more updates regarding future jailbreaks, George says to follow his friend, @mikecohenn.

David – Senior Editor

Earlier today, iPhone hacker, planetbeing, released details and source code about his most recent hack that allows the iPhone to run Android OS, without any virtualization. The only downside is that it currently only works on the first generation iPhone. You can find more information on this topic at http://linuxoniphone.blogspot.com

Video Credit: planetbeing

Continuing their free iPhone game spree, ngmoco:) has released a new app on the App Store called “We Rule“.

Essentially, this app is like Farmville for the iPhone and iPod Touch, as it’s a click-and-wait/ social networking game.

It takes place during the medieval times, in which you are a king. The goal of the game is to design a great kingdom and to rack up on experience points. In order to do so you must achieve a higher level, through experience points, which takes some time.  This makes the app highly addictive.

“We Rule” is powered by the plus+ network, allowing users of this application to connect with their friends. The problem with this: you must be connected to the internet, to play.

The app can be a bit buggy at times, especially with the current popularity. Many players have experienced crashes throughout this game. The ngmoco:) team is currently working on this issue.

This game is definitely worth a try, especially with the low price tag.

“We Rule“ is available on the iTunes App Store for Free.

What is Colorsplash?
Colorsplash is an app for the iPhone, that you can use to to take regular photos, take the color away, then put some of it back in, but only in specific places that you choose. This effect makes a specific element of your picture “stand out.”

Photo credits to: http://www.touchmyapps.com/

With the current battle against Verizon, AT&T is doing whatever it can to keep up with the game. Including cutting the prices of the unlimited data plans for all of their devices! With plans such as unlimited voice and data for only $99. Even for the largely popular iPhone. These changes come after Verizon changed their rates for smartphones on Friday, January 15, 2009. Both companies’ rate changes will occur on January 18th.

Beginning Monday, AT&T’s existing customers will be allowed to take advantage of these new rates without extending their contracts or paying any fees by either heading to their local AT&T store or, by using the account management tool at att.com/wireless.

Lev – Founding Editor, TechReevu.com