Mobile internet community and communication service, fring, now supports Apple’s latest iPhone 3.0 software update, including the new iPhone 3Gs. If you don’t have fring’s latest iPhone version yet, grab it up. Quote from the website: “Following Apple’s last week release of the iPhone 3.0 software update, we’re happy to announce that fring now supports the brand new

Apple has increased its holdings in Imagination Technologies, the chip designer responsible for the graphics technology inside the iPhone and iPod touch, and now holds a combined 9.5% stake in the company. The British firm said Friday that Apple subscribed to 2.2 million new shares at £1.4275 per share — the mid market close price on

If there was any doubt that that the video recording and upload capabilities of Apple’s new iPhone 3GS would signal a new chapter in mobile video sharing, the first statistics quantifying its impact are in, and they’re impressive. Google said Thursday that in the first five days since the new Apple handset hit the market, its

In less than a week after the iPhone 3GS launched, the iPhone Dev-Team believes that they already have a way to jailbreak the brand new device. The Dev-Team is reporting that the 24Kpwn exploit that was originally developed for the second generation iPod touch may work on the iPhone 3GS as well. About 5 hours ago (Thursday evening, less than a week after the 3GS launch), we were able to verify that the 24Kpwn exploit that the hybrid team used on the iPod Touch 2G is still applicable to the bootrom of the iPhone 3GS. That means we can use the same sort of technique used by our current redsn0w tool to jailbreak and unlock the iPhone 3GS. This is great news, but how did it happen? Why didn’t Apple fix this in their normal cat&mouse fashion? Well it seems this bootrom was cut in about the August 2008 timeframe, so the unintended early reveal of 24Kpwn earlier this year didn’t affect the iPhone 3GS. Apparently once the jailbreak is ready to go, ultrasn0w will work with the iPhone 3GS as well, which is great news for all of you unlockers. The Dev-Team does make it clear, however, that Apple hasn’t given up on their cat and mouse game.  They state that even though the bootrom is exploitable via 24Kpwn, there are other aspects of the jailbreak that will take some time to work into their current tools.  Because of this, they have no time table for when the iPhone 3GS jailbreak will be available. Related Posts Dev-Team Releases Ultrasn0w For iPhone 3G YellowSn0w 3.0 Unlock On The Horizon? Don’t Update To iPhone OS 3.0 If You Want To Keep Yellowsn0w Yellowsn0w Warning Free Your iPhone?

The summer App Store sales just keep on coming, and ngmoco has decided to get in on action by placing their extremely popular 2009 Apple Design Award winning game, Topple 2 , on sale for a limited time. If you enjoyed the original Topple , you will absolutely adore Topple 2 .  The game features the same basic concept and fantastic controls, but it adds all kinds of new elements. The basic idea of the game is to stack your tower as high as you can without it “toppling,”  which is easier said than done because some pieces just don’t quite fit together.   Topple 2 , like the original Topple , utilizes the iPhone’s accelerometer, so you can tilt your device from side to side to try and keep your tower from tipping too far. Topple 2 features 30 levels spread across six worlds, new game mechanics, versus mode using Wi-Fi or email, and the ability to free play all of the game modes. Topple 2 is now on sale for a limited time for only $.99.  The regular price is $2.99. Related Posts New Rolando 2 Walkthrough Video Sega Of America President Simon Jeffrey Leaves For Ngmoco Ngmoco’s Highly Anticipated Star Defense Now Available Star Defense Strategic Tower Placement Video Ngmoco Releases New Rolando 2 Gameplay Trailer

Overview From SGN, the maker of igolf, ibowl, etc., comes F.A.S.T – Fleet Air Superiority Training which is a flight simulator intertwined with air combat. The flight simulator finally becomes a game as you compete against other aircrafts to be the last one standing. You’re piloting a jet, and firing missiles at enemy aircrafts as well as avoid their missiles. The flying aspect of the game is very similar to X-plane where you fly your plane using the accelerometer in 3D, 360 degree environments. The air combat part makes this a thrilling experience where you’re immersed in the dogfight with advanced missiles at your command and multiple enemies firing at you. There is limited storyline, with the only reason to be training is for the often cited upcoming war. SGN says a free update later this summer will include the war where your dog fighting skills will need to be top-notch. There are training exercises included, and the ability play against others using wifi or bluetooth. Features F.A.S.T. includes 30 increasingly difficult exercises against computer opponents. As you progress in the exercises you’re able to unlock 10 new aircrafts. There are multiple weapons at your disposal including heat seeking and radar guided missiles. This game seems to be centered on multiplayer with multiple ways to play against your friends or anyone around the world. The most basic connection is wifi to play one vs. one or two vs. two pitting you in a dogfight between players of your similar skill level, or against your friends. F.A.S.T. also includes the 3.0 bluetooth connectivity feature allowing you to play against someone who is with you, without an internet connection. The controls are easy to learn, but difficult to master. You steer using the accelerometer, fire missiles with the icon on the left side, and fire your mini-gun with the icon on the right side. Also included is an acceleration button in the bottom middle, and a camera button to switch between 4 camera angles. Long detailed instructions are provided to teach you every aspect of the game. The Good The visuals are outstanding, and on par with X-Plane (the screenshots don’t do the visuals justice). It surpasses X-plane with the outstanding explosions and missile trails. The 3D landscapes below always looks great: from being over mountains, to aircraft carriers. All of the different jets are beautifully designed and intricately detailed to feel like you’re getting a close up view of these military aircrafts. The controls take awhile to get used to, and learning the intricacies of avoiding missiles can take awhile, but be patient, and it will be well worth it. The basic controls are easy for instant pick up and play, and as you get a better handling it feels like a more rewarding experience, and that you’re actually flying the jet. The 30 individual exercises increase in difficulty at a perfect rate to build you up to handling multiple enemies and progressively advanced jets. Once you reach double digits in exercises all of the enemies are targeting you rather than each one for themselves. The challenge keeps you coming back for more, and really gives a feeling of accomplishment. Replayability is definitely not a problem with F.A.S.T., even once you’ve finished all the exercises and unlocked all the planes. The online multiplayer provides plenty of additional gameplay with a points based online ranking system. Every online match you play: win/lose impacts your overall score beginning with a base score of 1200. You’re able to use any jet you’ve unlocked in multiplayer which is a great added bonus. The wifi and bluetooth connection worked well, and didn’t distract from gameplay. It’s nice to play against other people without any glitches, the only wait is the initial loading. The Bad Not too much to complain about with this title. The first problem is that some of the matches can drag, and get repetitive. It gets boring flying around searching for that last enemy, which is trying to remain out of your sight, but at the same time fire on you. The online matches seem to drag on the longest with actual people who aren’t always aggressive like the computer. The sounds aren’t necessarily bad, but only about average. The only sounds are of the aircraft flying, firing and detonation of missiles, locking on to targets, and warning beeps of incoming missiles. When locking on a target it first is dash beeping, and once you’re locked on it becomes a solid tone which can get quite annoying. Also the exercises don’t save on exit which can be frustrating in the higher levels with numerous insanely difficult opponents that take quite awhile to defeat. As far as the multiplayer, the connection was lost a couple times on wifi, playing against someone you don’t know. The Verdict F.A.S.T – Fleet Air Superiority Training finally builds upon what X-Plane started adding wonderful gameplay to the beautiful flight simulator. Once you figure the controls out this is an extremely fun experience, and one of the most unique in the App Store. F.A.S.T. provides such an immersive experience that you really get into it, frantically moving you’re iPhone in every direction to avoid missiles and get in the right position to fire on your enemies. F.A.S.T. provides an air combat simulator that allows you to play you closest friends and anyone around the world. If that peaks you’re interest just a bit, you should definitely check this out. All of the unlockable real life jets, and online ranking system makes this game fun for a long time. This type of gameplay isn’t for everyone, and can be repetitive after awhile so it’s a should have, but not a must for everyone. 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According to a recent posting over on the YouTube Blog, it seems that mobile phones, and more specifically the iPhone 3GS are responsible for a large increase in the uploading of videos directly from a phone. “In the last six months, we’ve seen uploads from mobile phones to YouTube jump 1700%; just since last Friday,

As we mentioned the other day, eReader was not playing nicely with iPhone OS 3.0. Thankfully, users were still able to read the book they were currently on, but unfortunately they had no access to the bookshelf. In other words, they were stuck with just one book. Not good news for the avid reader. Luckily, that

We have recently seen updated versions of both Beejive and AOL with Push Notifications hit the App Store, but another option is now available. The latest is IM+ with Push (App Store link), which can be purchased for $9.99. As far as support, IM+ seems to be pretty full with support for Twitter, Skype Chat, Facebook

This post comes as good news, of course, it will be even nicer to report that an iPhone 3GS jailbreak is available, but in the meantime we will take what we can get. Anyway, it seems that the iPhone Dev Team has discovered an exploit that is available to be taken advantage of. “About 5 hours