Thanks to tdmosk from the other deal site, I've been searching for a program like this since forever, finally it's here!
Hope this will help some fatwallet-ers
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Thanks to tdmosk from the other deal site, I've been searching for a program like this since forever, finally it's here!
Hope this will help some fatwallet-ers
The current version is 3.0 go to http://www.ziphone.org/ and get newest!
I'll add my 2c here.
For newer iphones, ziphone will downgrade your bootloader. Some have reported that during this process, *if* it doesnt work on the first try, there might not be a way to restore your phone.... you end up with an ibrick. Also. Once you downgrade as of now, there is no way of upgrade back.
so as always use with extreme caution. This is an easy solution, also dangerous.
FAQ (Please add to this as necessary)
How can I confirm its version 1.1.4?
Settings -> General -> About
After I follow the instructions above, will the "Installer" app be loaded on the phone?
Yes, automatically shows up on main screen
I have read that once unlocked, the first things to be installed should be BSD and OpenSSH, is that correct? and what these for?
Other programs may require it, so its good to preload them. [ZiPhone 3.0 installs all of these automatically now]
Are all apps loaded using "Installer"?
Yes, for now. In the future, Apple will provide their "official" installer by means of an "Apps" icon.
what are some of the "must have" apps for the iPhone?
iSIM - transfers your contacts between SIM card and iPhone (both ways)
JiveTalk chat - does AIM, Yahoo, Messenger, ICQ, Google Talk, (best of all, it's FREE)
Services App - shut down SSH when not needed, and extend battery life, see linky
How do you make iPhone work with T-Mobile Edge or why is the iphone missing the Edge menu after using Ziphone? Does the EDGE menu appear only if a Tmobile SIM card with T-Zone is inserted?
Will ZiPhone work with iPhone version 1.1.2 and lower?
How do I get my iPhone back to Original Factory state?
while keeping unlock in place: Settings->General->Reset->Erase All content and settings
How do I setup my Email (Gmail, Hotmail, Yahoo, outlook) to work with IPhone?
How do I get YouTube working on iPhone?
With 1.1.4 firmware, go to: Installer -> Tweaks (1.1.4) -> Youtube Activator 1.1.4 and install
Is iPhone capable playing xVid/Divx Movies?
Is iTunes the only way to load Movies/Music onto IPhone
What are some undocumented tweaks/settings to enhance my iPhone
Can I still connect to Internet using WiFi if I don't have Data Plan?
Yes. Settings > WiFi. Configure it as you do with a computer.
How do I setup my iPhone to connect to WiFi Network
Go to Settings > Wifi > Chose the network that you want to connect to.
What should I do or not do to avoid my iPhone getting bricked
Don't automatically allow iTunes to upgrade your iPhone software. Always check at ZiPhone.org for compatibility with new iPhone upgrades before going through with it.
How do I recover from a bad unlock/bricked iPhone
You can do a Restore by using iTunes or just hit the "Refurb" icon in ZiPhone.
[Updated 4/5/2008]
Here are some alternatives to ZiPhone
...and the newest tool (Currently only for the Mac, Windows version to be released very soon)
More info about these tools can be found here
Here is a plethora of tutorials for the iPhone
Update 05/05/2008
New revamped iDemocracy 3 tool released --> GET IT HERE
Many owners are reporting small bubbles on their screen, Apple will replace the unit if pushed.
So much for quality control.
caycarem said:Thanks to tdmosk from the other deal site, I've been searching for a program like this since forever, finally it's here!
Link
Direct Download
Hope this will help some fatwallet-ers
If you are in no hurry and just want to update "just because", i would suggest waiting a little while. Lots of folks are having problems with their phones after using Ziphone 2.0. I think Ziphone 1.1 is the most stable release.
can it unlock the newest firmware iphone?? i am going to buy a iphone this weekend. but i need to sure it canbe unlock first!
rotorrocket said:Many owners are reporting small bubbles on their screen, Apple will replace the unit if pushed.
So much for quality control.
Bubbles
Step 1: Never, ever use Engadget as a source for any information. Ever.
Step 2: Never, ever trust any news story by anyone who cites Engadget as a reputable source, because they are not reputable.
Step 3: If the only source of information you have is Engadget for any certain point you want to make, read Step 1.
It wouldn't surprise me if the "jockey" who has bubbles on his iPhone is Enderle, and asked one of his cronies to write a story about it.
mitchgroff said:rotorrocket said:Many owners are reporting small bubbles on their screen, Apple will replace the unit if pushed.
So much for quality control.
Bubbles
Step 1: Never, ever use Engadget as a source for any information. Ever.
Step 2: Never, ever trust any news story by anyone who cites Engadget as a reputable source, because they are not reputable.
Step 3: If the only source of information you have is Engadget for any certain point you want to make, read Step 1.
It wouldn't surprise me if the "jockey" who has bubbles on his iPhone is Enderle, and asked one of his cronies to write a story about it.
So the hundred fifty plus comments about the common defect are fake too!?! That's rich!
In case anyone was interested -
Tried this on a brand new iPhone 16GB with 1.1.3 and it worked. Took me a couple tries to get it right. I ran it with -b -a -j but it didn't activate it at first so I had to run it again to activate it. Real easy - used the latest itunes just downloaded today.
To clarify, does this unlock the iPhone or just jailbreak it ?
anxman69 said:To clarify, does this unlock the iPhone or just jailbreak it ?
Both.
First of all, this new format of FW SUCKS!!!!
what does jailbreak mean? Can an unlocked iphone be used on Tmobile for example?
namit said:First of all, this new format of FW SUCKS!!!!
Unrelated, but go black to classic format.
namit said:what does jailbreak mean? Can an unlocked iphone be used on Tmobile for example?
Jailbreak allows one to install apps on an iPhone. Unlock allows one to use an iPhone on another GSM carrier... like T-Mobile.
AntiFan said:In case anyone was interested -
Tried this on a brand new iPhone 16GB with 1.1.3 and it worked. Took me a couple tries to get it right. I ran it with -b -a -j but it didn't activate it at first so I had to run it again to activate it. Real easy - used the latest itunes just downloaded today.
Same here. It did it in like 3 minutes on the first try. This sure beats the old method. at&t is in trouble with this one (even though I am with them).
I agree. The new format is not good. Hard to read. I would prefer they went back to the old format for the forums page.
ovybox said:I agree. The new format is not good. Hard to read. I would prefer they went back to the old format for the forums page.
Dude, if you don't like the new look THEN GO BACK TO THE OLD ONE!
How many times does it have to be said in a thread about the iPhone?
ovybox said:I agree. The new format is not good. Hard to read. I would prefer they went back to the old format for the forums page.
LOL...."My Account"->"Preferences"
taar44 said:caycarem said:Thanks to tdmosk from the other deal site, I've been searching for a program like this since forever, finally it's here!
Link
Direct Download
Hope this will help some fatwallet-ers
If you are in no hurry and just want to update "just because", i would suggest waiting a little while. Lots of folks are having problems with their phones after using Ziphone 2.0. I think Ziphone 1.1 is the most stable release.
current is 2.2 go to http://www.ziphone.org/ and get newest
We have a cingular family plan which we recently renewed it with crappy LG phone so no rescue there.
I plan to upgrade one phone to iPhone without data plan. How do i go about it.
1) Get the iPhone from Apple Store just like others
2) Switch my current sim card LG to iPhone (some people said it doesn't work that way even if you current carrier is ATT)
2) Download this breaking sw to lappy. Connect to iTunes and follow breaking sw guidance
3) Start using it as regular ATT phone
Am i getting it correct? Also i am sure there must be some downside for breaking like not getting upgrade sw and so. Am i correct?
There are two comments here about using latest sw successfully. Is that a go or still wait and see.
va1234 said:We have a cingular family plan
If you are already under contract with ATT (Cingular) then I would not risk bricking an expensive iphone, I would buy one and replace an existing phone and take the 2 year contract. You said you just renewed, so you are probably under contract for the next year or two anyway.
Folks that want to risk the phone are ones looking to avoid the two year commitment, want to go pre-pay, or take the phone over to T-Mobil3.
Dennis
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