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General => Random Chat => Topic started by: monte on June 18, 2011, 11:04:45 pm
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As the title says, and as some of you may know I been thinking about getting an iphone for a long time now. :ashamed:
At last I have got a real cheap Brand new 16gb iphone4 :pomppomp:
If anybody has any tips or advice at all, I would really appreciate it.
Things like what cases/screen protectors/accessories should I get?
What apps are worth getting?
Also this is gonna be the first phone I will really use the internet on.
Any thing I should know about....
wifi?
browsing?
itunes?
etc
Sorry for the questions if you think they are stupid but I know there are lots of members here with lots of experience of iphones and sometimes you learn things through trail and error, but if you think there is something I should know that would be great!
Thanks for reading,
Carlo. :smiley:
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What about Jailbreaking? What are the pro's/cons?
Thanks :smiley:
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I have Jailbroken all of my previous iDevices. I do it for the tweaks that add functionality to the o/s, Some really smart add ons that you would think were part of the phone out of the box (or definately shouldve been!)
Obviously there's free apps which over time can save a few quid.
Im trying to think of cons to be unbiased but atm I cant think of any. Alot of people are weary of jailbreaking, Im not sure why. If there was ever a problem with the phone, it can be restored, jailbreak removed and taken to the apple store under warranty. . .
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Nice phone. I went for the cheaper option and gone wiht HTC Desire S
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Thanks Mike :wink: So Jailbreaking is ok and it doesnt affect the warranty?
Am I right in thinking its, redsn0w or greenpois0n that I need to jailbreak?
Anyone got any recommendations on cases?
:sad1: .....I thought with all the peeps with iphones I might have had a bit more feedback...... :sad1:
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I rate the MiLi powerskin. If youre going to be using your data allowance it can spank your battery. The Mili case case a battery built in and is very slim considering.
Zagg skins are also very good at keeping your new toy in pristine condition
If you take your phone to apple with a warranty claim, restore the phonewith iTunes first to wipe the jailbreak :happy2:
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Morphie juicepack is another battery pack :happy2:
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Jaibreaking makes the iPhone complete. Definately worth doing.
Apple play catchup eventually with some of the apps and features, but why wait. I had a problem with a map update on my 4Gwhen I was in San Francisco a few weeks back (slow hotel wi-fi caused it!) and the guy in the Apple store wasn't bothered about the jailbreak, in fact he showed me his!! Then I used their wi-fi to complete the download. Always great service from Apple wherever you are.
As has been said, if you are worried then it is easy enough to remove and replace. I had to do that with my 3G once.
TonyZ
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Thanks Mike and Tony. :happy2:
Just cut down my sim, and it wouldn't work. I couldn't believe it. I tried the sim in and out for a while, and then thought....why don't I try connecting it to itunes like its telling me :ashamed:
I did. It now works fine, so tomorrow I will do the jailbreak. :smiley:
What zagg skins do you recommend mike? Where the best place for them?
I think pipstons speck hd pixel looks good (looks quite slim too)......but I need to know what condition its in before I buy.
Finally what is the best screen protectors? Do they need to be anti-glare? Do I need the same stuff on the back too? The back looks quite prone to scratching.
Do most of you use the protection film and a case/skin?
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First things first, download ALL of my apps (lol) and rate them all 5 stars!!! ;)
Yeah I use a screen protector, just get a pack off ebay a couple of quid for 3.
And I use a case, a sillicon type one that just fits round the back of the phone!
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I got the Zagg Invisible shield body protection stuff. Looks good :happy2:
One thing that does concern me about the iphone4 is that my VW BT phone kit says that the phone is not compatible :confused:
Any of you guys with iphone4's and RNS510's with BT kit got em to work. I can't believe its not compatible :sad1:
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I got the Zagg Invisible shield body protection stuff. Looks good :happy2:
ebay? Its great stuff. Take your time applying it, watch you tube guides if need be :happy2:
Havent a clue about BT or RNS gadgetry, right at the bottom of my list of mods lol
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Thanks again Mike :notworthy:
Yeah I got the full body protection for £9 :jumpmove: so I saved a fortune :wink:
I've just put it on and TBH I got it perfect front and back :star:
Well pleased.
I am still considering buying Pipston's Speck Pixel HD case......but by the time Imake up my mind he will have prob sold it :ashamed:
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I had a Morphie juice pack for my 3Gs and when I applied Zagg skin, due to it being a mm thicker than most skins my phone was a really tight fit in my power skin :sad1:
lol
Guranteed protection without any bulk though eh :happy2:
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yeah I must admit they look alot better without the need of a case. :happy2:
Any idea where I can get a proven tutorial for jailbreaking?
I was going to use the iClarified tutorial but the link on it for the redsn0w download isn't working.
Is redsn0w the best to use?
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Redsnow 4.3.3 is your best bet should be plenty of download links on the net.
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Monte,
Download Redsn0w software from here
Mac OS X Linky (https://sites.google.com/a/iphone-dev.com/files/home/redsn0w_mac_0.9.6rc18.zip?attredirects=0&d=1)
Windows Linky (https://sites.google.com/a/iphone-dev.com/files/home/redsn0w_win_0.9.6rc18.zip?attredirects=0&d=1)
Then just follow the appropriate guide for windows or mac on iClarified and you will be able to download the iOS 4.3.3. .ipsw file from whichever is the relevant tutorial :happy2:
For screen protectors get the Zagg Invisible shield.
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mgmobile.co.il%2Fmedia%2Fcatalog%2Fproduct%2Fcache%2F1%2Fimage%2F9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95%2Fz%2Fa%2Fzagg_iphone_4_full.jpg&hash=5d17700b675f5cf81d42dada79170be0cc7a993d)
For case get the Incase Snapcase
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Finatinynutshell.files.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F08%2Fimg_0335.jpg&hash=bb3cabefafae47204473cc7cd8fe0c20bd9ae4b1)
For Battery case get the ExoGear case like this one i have
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fww275%2FTaufe%2FIMG_0003.jpg&hash=2ea0357bd62a24d68c4bc87ed8c75c1876943fe0)
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Monte,
Download Redsn0w software from here
Mac OS X Linky (https://sites.google.com/a/iphone-dev.com/files/home/redsn0w_mac_0.9.6rc18.zip?attredirects=0&d=1)
Windows Linky (https://sites.google.com/a/iphone-dev.com/files/home/redsn0w_win_0.9.6rc18.zip?attredirects=0&d=1)
Then just follow the appropriate guide for windows or mac on iClarified and you will be able to download the iOS 4.3.3. .ipsw file from whichever is the relevant tutorial :happy2:
If you installed / updated the phone to the latest firmware on iTunes the file will already be on your computer
Will just work out the filepath where you can find it....
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Computer > local disk (C:) > Users > "Your Name/profile" > appData > Roaming > Apple Computer > iTunes >iPhone Software updates
If youve updated the phone on iTunes the ipsw will be there, saves you downloading it.... :happy2:
** EDIT
You may need to allow / show hidden files & folders...
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I used to have the Apple bumper case on mine, until I realised it was leaving marks, like freckles, on the bezel, near the dock connector. So I took it off and have had my phone naked since then, except for a rear screen protector for when I place it on a table etc. Other then that I use no case, and it's actually been better off then when I had the case on! I'm careful with it so it doesn't get marked any further though, but I just like to keep my phone as it is rather then hide it away in a case.
Looking for a good price for the TomTom car kit now, since I've sold my Brodit case as I like the look and feel of the tomtom kit - it's just expensive for what it is, hence looking for a decent price on eBay etc.
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How about one of these Ifti
http://www.mobimega.com/exogear-exomount-all-surface-super-car-mount-for-smartphone.html
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So do I need to download the iOS 4.3.3. because I think its already on my phone???
If I go into Settings>General>About>Version.....it says 4.3.3 (8J2)
Do I still need to download it?
...sorry guys I am a newb :ashamed:
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So do I need to download the iOS 4.3.3. because I think its already on my phone???
If I go into Settings>General>About>Version.....it says 4.3.3 (8J2)
Do I still need to download it?
...sorry guys I am a newb :ashamed:
You'll need it to run the JB if my memory serves me correct. Did you update the phone to 4.3.3 when you plugged it into iTunes?
If so you'll find the 4.3.3 ipsw file at the file path i posted ^^^
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So do I need to download the iOS 4.3.3. because I think its already on my phone???
If I go into Settings>General>About>Version.....it says 4.3.3 (8J2)
Do I still need to download it?
...sorry guys I am a newb :ashamed:
You need to restore the phone before Jailbreaking so that the phone is "clean" if you like from all apps,music etc. Once it is installed and jailbroken you can then restore from a back up.
If you can't find the .ipsw in the way mike has described (which i don't think you will if the phone came with 4.3.3) then yes you will need to download it :happy2:
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@Mike, No mate to my knowledge I didn't update the phone on iTunes.
I tried the path you posted but for some reason, after User>Monte.....there is no appData etc
@Carl, I have just downloaded the .ispw but I am pretty sure my phone is clean. I just came with the few standard apps on, no music or anything else, and all I have put on is my contacts. :wink:
Do you guys think I am better just following the iClarified tutorial to the letter, whether my phone is "clean" or not?
p.s... I'm not gonna Jailbreak it till tmrw night. Just getting everything downloaded. :happy2:
So far I have the redsn0w and the .ispw in a folder called Pwnage, so I think I'm ready. :laugh:
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Monte,
Enable hidden files, that's why you can't see the appdata folder.
Organize
Folder & Search options
View
Show hidden files & folders
voila! ;)
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Computer > local disk (C:) > Users > "Your Name/profile" > appData > Roaming > Apple Computer > iTunes >iPhone Software updates
If youve updated the phone on iTunes the ipsw will be there, saves you downloading it.... :happy2:
** EDIT
You may need to allow / show hidden files & folders...
:happy2:
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Oh I see :ashamed:
I'll have a look now :happy2:
One more quick one.....I've forgotten my forum password and I wanted to sign in on the iphone. Can I find my password in my forum profile using my laptop?
:drinking:
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Also If I connect my iphone to my home broadband do I just leave it connected all the time?
Sorry, I'm a bit :stupid: but I'm learning :innocent:
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Carlo,
Follow the iClarified tutorial to the letter that way you can't go wrong.
Once you connect the phone to your home broadband just leave it connected all the time it's what i do with mine and i never have any problems.
If you get stuck/have any problems just give me a shout :happy2:
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Also If I connect my iphone to my home broadband do I just leave it connected all the time?
Sorry, I'm a bit :stupid: but I'm learning :innocent:
Once youve connected it will auto reconnect when you step in the house. Get the email chime every time I step in the door lol.
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When you connect the iphone to ANY wireless point, it will remember them - so as soon as you are within range it will automatically switch to the wireless point instead of 3G.
For example, as I pull into my drive when I get home, my phone switches over to my wireless in the house automatically.
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Thank you all again. I can't believe just how good these things are.
Why did I wait so long?
Even Skype is so good. I made a video call to Italy and it was so clear. :pomppomp:
Only thing I need to do now is upgrade my BT phone prep in the car, cos the premium version I bought isn't compatible. :sad1:
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Thank you all again. I can't believe just how good these things are.
Why did I wait so long?
Even Skype is so good. I made a video call to Italy and it was so clear. :pomppomp:
Only thing I need to do now is upgrade my BT phone prep in the car, cos the premium version I bought isn't compatible. :sad1:
Im lost without mine :sad1: 5 is out soon though, just in time for Tfsi Mike Juniors birth so not doubt I'll have to sell my nan to get one :signLOL:
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Anti glare screen protectors make the Iphone 4 screen look sh1t IMO.
I have the SGP Steinheil Ultra CRYSTAL Screen Protector on mine and it's as close as you can get to the look and feel of the screen its self. I forget its there most of the time.
I agree with vRS Carl about the Incase Snapcase. I tried the Belkin eqivalent first and it was garbage!
Cheers
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As far as jailbreaking goes, I've never had a single problem over the years. I even managed to do a full restore using itunes after my old 3GS screen stopped working, no probs. I'm posting this using my iphone tethered to my laptop which would normaly cost an extra £15ish per month :happy2: