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2012-06-05T00:03:00.001-07:00

Our friends have set up a new blog dedicated to movie reviews! Check it out here:

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iOS 5 Jailbreak

2011-10-23T00:50:00.000-07:00

Follow the steps below to jailbreak your device on iOS 5. (Note- this is a tethered jailbreak)

1.Download redsn0w 0.9.9b6
Mac- Click
Windows- Click

2. Connect your device

3.Go to 'Extras'

4.Click on "Select IPSW"

5. Select your downloaded IPSW

6.Go back and click on "Jailbreak"

7. Put your device into DFU Mode (The instructions will tell you how to)

8. After the jailbreak, leave your device connected and go to "Extras"->"Just boot tethered"

Thats all! Cydia should be fully running and you should be good to go!
If you have any queries whatsoever, feel free to ask in the comments section below.

iOS 5 Released!

2011-10-12T21:16:00.000-07:00

iOS 5 had the world waiting anxiously for it's prophesied release yesterday, and when it was released to the public, man did it have a positive reaction! Apple's servers were at maximum capacity from the moment it hit the web and millions of cries of joy erupted across the globe; iOS 5 was here.

But what makes iOS 5 any different from Apple's earlier updates? Apart from the usual UI changes, the introduction of a FREE cloud service (iCloud, which was released yesterday) that can:

Save almost complete backups of your iDevice on Apple's secure servers
Share files seamlessly to and from your Devices

iOS 5 also means that your iDevice is no longer bound to your computer for syncs and updates, you can now do these wirelessly, and for iOS updates, well, they can be done straight from your device!

So what are you waiting for? If you haven't already updated, just connect your device to your computer, open iTunes and click on the update prompt!

iOS 5 Countdown: Day 35- iTech Event

2011-08-20T14:55:00.000-07:00

Welcome to day 35! Todays topic will be on Gameloft's 4 Unreal Technology games which are rumored to be released this year. Unreal Engine is the system behind many beautifully built iOS games such as Infinity Blade and Dungeon Defenders: First Wave. The most prominent feature of the Unreal Engine is the unbeatable graphics and the ability to incorporate complex gameplay into a mobile game, and this is what Gameloft is aiming to do.

Gameloft has already released a trailer of what is to be the first of these 4 games- March of Heroes. It is a first-person-shooter which (from the trailer), seems to be set during the cold war. Judging from the trailer, the graphics are absolutely brilliant and are in league with those of Infinity Blade. The controls also look very intuitive and if Gameloft plays their cards right with this game, it could be an instant bestseller.

Gameloft hasn't released any information about their other 3 upcoming Unreal technology games, but it will most likely be an RPG/hack'n'slash (Hero of Sparta?) to match the success of Infinity Blade. Hopefully they will release them soon, because the iTech Team can't wait!

iOS 5 Countdown: Day 34- iTech Event

2011-08-18T20:21:00.001-07:00

Welcome to day 34. Todays post will be about a cool and relatively new app that brings the amazing world of Minecraft to your iDevice.

iOS 5 Countdown: Day 33- iTech Event

2011-08-15T21:58:00.000-07:00

Hey guys, todays post will be about iOS 5 Beta 6, which is due to be released either on the 17 or 18 of August, BUT it may be delayed if bugs are found.

In the last update (beta 5), Apple introduced hearing aid mode to cater for users with hearing aids. Apple also introduced custom vibration modes for the iPhone. In beta 6, we would expect Apple to build on this and add some more of the features they have promised.

In terms of bug-fixing, beta-testers haven't complained much, but Notification center needs a bit of touching up.

Soon Apple is aiming to move away from the iDevice-->Computer link and make iDevices freer and release them from having to have a Computer to use an iPod/iPhone/iPad, and this will be reinforced with beta 6.

New Mac Mini

2011-08-13T14:09:00.000-07:00

Apple has just released it's latest Mac-mini, and boy is it a good one! It now runs on Lion (10.7) and is 2 times faster than it's predecessor!

With the latest dual-core Intel Core i5 and i7 processors, this Mac-mini sure packs a punch and boasts up to 2 times more speed than the older version.

Apple has also integrated the new Thunderbolt I/O, which was last seen on the new iMac and Macbook Pro. Since Thunderbolt's debut, it has really taken off with the public because of it's speed and simplicity, and seeing it integrated with nearly all of Apple's products, you know that you've got the real deal.

The new Mac mini also has AMD Raedon Graphics, which is a huge boost from the last one. The Raedon Graphics processor has really proved it's worth in the new Macbook Pro, so it looks very promising for the Mac mini.

With the help of OSX Lion, Apple has been able to integrate the OSX Lion server onto the Mac mini, and with speeds like this, the Lion Server is sure to deliver. What is the Lion Server? It connects all your home Macs and PC onto one powerful server that can be used for personal or business means. You can share files, access Mail, Instant Messaging, iCal and Adress book, all from one server.

The Apple mini is sure to take off because of the huge jump in technology, and those of whom have put of the MM will now look into it because of the advances. From $599 for a Mac mini and $999 for a Mac mini+Lion Server, it's well worth it!

iOS 5 Countdown: Day 32- iTech Event

2011-08-12T13:48:00.000-07:00

Welcome to the iOS 5 Countdown. Todays post will be about 3 must-have apps for your iPad. If you have any to add, feel free to comment below!

3. Dropbox- Dropbox lets you share files over their server from your Mac/PC --> iPad wherever you are. It is true that it may run out of business once iCloud becomes popular, but for the meantime, Dropbox is the app to have!

2.Instapaper- Practically every site on the web has distracting ads, unneeded banners and ugly pop-ups. What can you do? With Instapaper, you can save articles to read later- without all the distractions!

1.Penultimate- This app is amazing, it turns your iPad into a virtual notepad where you can swiftly jot down and save notes by writing with your finger (or stylus!).

These 3 apps are must haves because they can be used everyday and can assist otherwise torturous tasks, which apps should!

iOS 5 Countdown: Day 31- iTech Event

2011-08-10T21:40:00.000-07:00

One of the most popular questions related to unlocking iPhones is, well, is it legal (we wouldn't want to brake any rules, would we)?

According to the copyright office, unlocking is legal 'for the sole purpose of lawfully connecting to a wireless telephone communication network.' So as long as you stay under these rules, you should be good!

Heres a video to help you unlock your iPhone-

iOS 5 Countdown: Day 30- iTech Event

2011-08-09T21:28:00.000-07:00

It's been a month, and iOS 5 is near! Todays post will be a video about how to upgrade to the latest iOS 5 beta (beta 5) WITHOUT a developer account. (I do not in any way support or own this footage and it is for EDUCATIONAL purposes only)

iOS 5 Countdown: Day 29- iTech Event

2011-08-07T21:11:00.000-07:00

Recently a new iOS 5 beta was released, beta 5! The new beta brings the new mobile notifications to iOS 5. Heres a vid to help you out-

iOS 5 Countdown: Day 28- iTech Event

2011-08-06T14:18:00.000-07:00

Welcome to day 28! Todays post will be about a cool tweak that lets you preview pages (on your springboard) by just tapping the little indicators (little dots that show you what page you are on). You can even launch apps from your first page! This is useful if you have tons of apps, but otherwise, its just a cool tweak to have! (Note- it is $1.74 on the Cydia Store)

iOS 5 Countdown: Day 27- iTech Event

2011-08-05T14:25:00.000-07:00

A few weeks ago, we reviewed the Otterbox protective iPhone and iPad case, and due to readers wanting more, here is a vido to help you before you think about buying!

iOS 5 Countdown: Day 26- iTech Event

2011-08-03T21:16:00.000-07:00

Welcome to day 26! Todays post will be a video that will be testing the speeds of the Verizon and the AT&T iPhone speeds on the iPhone 4!

iOS 5 Countdown: Day 25- iTech Event

2011-08-02T22:04:00.000-07:00

Welcome to day 25 of the iTech Event, the countdown to iOS 5! As promised, todays post will be an epic battle of the carriers, Verizon and Sprint (Sprint doesn't carry the iPhone yet, but most probably will, so we're just giving you an idea of what it should be like).

Plans- Many people will agree that Sprint is WAAAY cheaper than Verizon and more lenient as well.

Coverage- Because of the fact that Verizon is a more popular carrier, they have better coverage than Sprint, but nevertheless, Sprint is not far behind!

It's not a lot, but thats because we're dealing with a carrier that hasn't started catering for the iPhone yet, but stay tuned because as soon as Sprint carries the iPhone, we will have another post up for you!

iOS 5 Countdown: Day 23 & 24- iTech Event

2011-08-01T21:38:00.000-07:00

Welcome to day 23 and 24 of the countdown to iOS 5. A lot of our readers have requested a series of posts on choosing the right carrier for your iPhone or iPad, so todays post will be about the pros and cons of two of the best known names in the world of iPhone Carriers, Verizon vs AT&T.

Price- The price of the device itself is the same for both carriers, but Verizon charges $30 for unlimited data, whereas AT&T charges $25 for 2-gigs. Your preference should depend on what you use your device for.

Speed- AT&T users can get up to 6 megabits per second- around 3 times faster than Verizon.

Features- AT&T's iPhone has technologies which enable to do simultaneous internet tasks unlike Verizon, but on the other hand, Verizon can make your iPhone into a WiFi hotspot for a small surcharge.

Both carriers have advantages and disadvantages, and your choice really depends on your needs. Thanks for reading and don't forget to tune in tomorrow for Verizon vs Sprint!

iOS 5 countdown: Day 22- iTech Event

2011-07-29T19:50:00.000-07:00

Welcome to day 22! todays post will be about a Cydia tweak called 3G Unrestricter. As the name implies, it is an app that tricks your iPhone or iPad into thinking you are on Wi-fi when you really are on your 3G network. This is useful for different things such as making the most of many apps that require connectivity and since your iPhone and iPad are mobile devices, it's nice to be able to use Skype and Facetime on the go! One of the features of 3G Unrestrictor is the ability to choose which apps you want to urestrict, but be careful though, because some 3G plans cost a fortune, so make sure you know what you are using. You will find it in the BigBoss source in Cydia (You must be jailbroken). If you need any help, contact me at itechwonderland@gmail.com.

iOS 5 Countdown: Day 21- iTech Event

2011-07-28T17:27:00.000-07:00

Welcome to day 21 of the countdown to iOS 5. Todays post will be all about the useful Cydia tweak, SBSettings. SBSettings is one of the most useful tweak I have ever come across (and trust me, I've seen hundreds) and many people will agree it is the best tweak ever!

But whats all the hype about? SBSettings is basically a tweak that you can access from your springboard, lock screen or any app that shows your device's toolbar by swiping once at the toolbar. You will see a window slide down with numerous shortcuts such as Wi-fi, powering off, terminal, SSH, brightness adjustments, you can access them all with just one tap! SBSettings saves users a lot of time and provides them with many options such as a customizable interface to suit your needs.

To get it yourself (for free, of course!), you must be jailbroken. Just navigate to BigBoss on Cydia and scroll down to SBSettings, tap install and say hello to convenience and time-saving! Overall 5/5 and this is a must have tweak for everyone!

iOS 5 Countdown: Day 20- iTech Event

2011-07-27T18:42:00.000-07:00

It's been 20 days since we've started this event and July is soon coming to a close. Only a few months till fall and the release of iOS 5! Today's post will be about a Cydia tweak that makes your iPod/iPhone look like an iPad! (Note- You must be jailbroken)

iOS 5 Countdown: Day 19- iTech Event

2011-07-27T00:35:00.000-07:00

Welcome to day 19 of the countdown to iOS 5. Todays post will be a cool tweak to make your iPhone springboard appear to have hologram-like apps that follow the movement of your hand. (Note- this tweak is available through Cydia (Jailbroken devices) and is called 'DeepEnd' for iPod touch 4G, iPhone 4G and iPad 2).

(Note- I do not own this video)

iOS 5 Countdown: Day 18- iTech Wonderland

2011-07-25T17:11:00.000-07:00

Welcome to day 18 of the iOS 5 Countdown! Todays post will give you some excellent Cydia sources to use and make the best out of your jailbroken device! To use any of these, open Cydia, go to sources, tap 'edit' in the top right corner then tap the plus sign in the top right corner. Then put the adress (http://___) for the desired source in the pop-up window and you're all set! (Note- I do not in any way take responsibility for the content of these sources and all rights remain reserved to their respective owners)

xSellize Repo- This is a great repo for people interested in GBA roms on their device. It also has a few books to download for use on iBooks.
Source-http://cydia.xsellize.com

Insanelyi Repo- This repo is for retina display devices and has some great mods such as Barrel, App Switcher, AttachmentSaver and many more.
Source- http://repo.insanelyi.com

iHacksRepo- This has probably all the mods, tweaks and apps from xSellize and more in one source. If there is one source you want to get, it's this one!
Source- http://ihacksrepo.com

BiteYourApple Repo- This has a ton of interesting apps, mods and tweaks, not to mention scores of winterboard themes and ringtones!
Source- http://repo.biteyourapple.net

Thats all folks! Hope you liked them, and if you have any queries, feel free to email me itechwonderland@gmail.com!

iOS 5 Countdown: Day 17- iTech Event

2011-07-24T17:18:00.000-07:00

Welcome to day 17 of the countdown to the release of iOS 5. Im not going say much, but instead give you a few good links that you can check out:

Redmond Pie- Has lots of good jailbreaking tips!

GreenPois0n- You know them (if you don't, they specialize in jailbreaking)

Dev-Team Blog- Official site of the iPhone dev team

xSellize- Some great stuff for Cydia users here

Thats it! If you like our blog, why not link to it (http://itechwonderland.blogspot.com)?

Top 5 Anti-viruses: Windows

2011-07-24T15:27:00.000-07:00

Many of us Windows Users will know that the operating system that we have grown to love is also a host to a variety of nasty viruses. So where can we go if we need a reliable and affordable Anti-Virus to protect us from the hackers and detail-stealers? Here is the list of the top 5 Anti-Viruses on the market today.

5. Avast- Avast is specialized for malware detection in a variety of different areas such as internet browsing, e-mail, P2P (torrent) and IM. It even runs in real-time to provide you with free- yes free- round the clock protection!

Useful Links-http://www.avast.com/index

4.AVG- AVG is another free anti-virus, and with dozens of features such as a Spyware-protector, Malware Protection, LinkScanner, Resident Shield and much much more! (Note-It has a paid version as well)

Useful Links- http://free.avg.com/au-en/homepage

3. PandaCloud- What makes PandaCloud awesome enough to make it to 3rd place? It is a free site-checker to check if a certain site has harmful malware and spyware hidden in it's depths. But why choose PandaCloud? PandaCloud gets information from millions of other users that have been to the site before you so you know you can trust it.

Useful Links- http://www.cloudantivirus.com/en/

2. Kaspersky- This one is paid but has a free trial. Kaspersky specializes in internet protection, protecting you from malware and spyware when you are working, shopping and surfing. I would give this a trial first.

Useful Links- Official Site

1. Norton Anti-virus- Norton is the undisputed king of ant-viruses, with dozens of features, it protects you from trojans, malware, spyware, malicious sites, bots and much much more at the press of a button. It is now even faster and better at scanning for viruses. Definitely worth buying.

Useful Links- Official Site

What do you use? tell us in the comments section below!

iOS 5 Countdown: Day 16- iTech Event

2011-07-23T17:20:00.000-07:00

Welcome to day 16 of the countdown to the release date of iOS 5. As promised, todays post will be about the 3 top iPad cases. Are you an iPhone user? No problem, just click here instead. Lets begin!

3.Apple Smart Cover-

This is an iPad 2 cover developed by Apple themselves. It is magnetic, comes in a variety of colors, and can be used in many different positions as a stand, but useless for protecting your iPad from knocks and drops. Made from either polyurethane or leather. Price- $28.37
Click Here to buy-
Apple iPad 2 Polyurethane Smart Cover (MC939LL/A)
Apple iPad 2 Leather Smart Cover (MC947LL/A)

2.Kensington 2nd Generation KeyFolio Bluetooth Keyboard Case-
This is a must have for all of the iPad users that need an alternative from the usual touchscreen keyboard. With a stylish pop-up stand with a natural keyboard, it's makes for a very awesome case! Price- $69.99
Click Here to Buy-
Kensington 2nd Generation KeyFolio Bluetooth Keyboard Accessory Case for Apple iPad 2 2nd
Generation WiFi / 3G Model 16GB, 32GB, 64GB NEWEST MODEL & for Apple iPad 1

1.OtterBox iPad Defender-
OtterBox has done it yet again, after stealing the show with flawless protection for iPhones, it never fails to impress. Keep your iPad protected from knocks with this stylish case. It's bound to be a favorite for years to come. Price- $33.95
Click Here to Buy-
Otterbox APL4-iPAD1-20-C4OTR iPad Commuter Series Case

Don't forget to tune in tomorrow for some another post about iOS in the iOS 5 Countdown series!

iOS 5 Countdown: Day 15- iTech Event

2011-07-22T17:00:00.000-07:00

Welcome to day 15 of the countdown to the release date of iOS 5. In todays post, we will be bringing you 3 amazing iPhone cases and accessories. Feel free to comment at the bottom!

3.Aircraft Aluminium Metal case-
This case provides excellent protection for your device in a stylish aluminum body. Available in magenta, blue, green, silver and black. Price: $39.99
Click Here to Buy
Apple iPhone Aircraft Aluminum Metal Case - Bundled with Full Frontal Touch Screen Protector Shield - Available in 3 Color Choices, BLACK+PROTECTOR

2. BOOST Case- Extended Rechargeable Battery Case-
Do you hate it when your iPhone runs out of battery? Then this case is for you! With a sleek and simple device, you can recharge your iPhone's battery on the go in your moment of need. (Fits Verizon/AT&T)
Price- $44.95 (It's well worth it!)
Click here to Buy
BOOST Case - Protective Case & Extended Battery for iPhone 4 (Fits Verizon/AT&T)

1. OtterBox impact case-
This one is a gift from god for all those klutzes who drop their phone on a regular basis. With extreme protection and a grippy surface, you can sleep easy, knowing that your phone is in safe hands. Available in black and white. Price $10.16
Click Here to Buy
OtterBox Impact Case for iPhone 3G, 3GS (Black)

And there you have it, 3 awesome (not to mention useful) cases for your iPhone. Feel free to add some to the list in the comments section below ant tune in tomorrow for our top 3 iPad cases!