News Archive for 07/09/10

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iPhones unlocked for $100

09/10, 1:25pm

Wireless Imports unlocks iPhones for $100

A company called Wireless Imports has begun taking orders for software-based iPhone unlocking services at $100 a pop, allowing iPhone owners to subscribe to other cellular carriers like T-Mobile. All the iPhone's features work as normal, according to the company, with the exception of Visual Voicemail which is an AT&T-only feature. The software unlock works with firmware 1.02, according to Wireless Imports, and customers are not guaranteed that a future Apple update will re-lock their phones after the device is unlocked. "While we have taken all possible measures to ensure that the phone will remain unlocked, we can only guarantee the current released versions of updates (up to and including 1.0.2). With any of these versions, even if the phone is fully restored, the phone will remain unlocked." The company also says it has tested both voice and data features extensively in multiple countries using iPhones unlocked with its software. [corrected]

iPod touch FM transmitter

09/10, 11:30am

iLuv ships FM transmitter for iPod touch

iLuv has begun shipping its i707 FM transmitter for Apple's new iPod touch. The device is designed to complement the design of Apple's newest iPod, and integrates into most vehicle dashboards while running from an adjustable arm that plugs into the cigarette lighter, according to TechDigest.tv. iLuv's i707 FM transmitter provides powerful short range transmission while blocking interference from other radio sources, broadcasting the iPod's tracks over FM radio waves to the vehicle's built-in FM stereo. The company boasts near CD quality playback, and is selling the new transmitter for around $40.

Eight new iPod Sleeves

09/10, 10:25am

Fabrix rolls out eight new iPod Sleeves

Fabrix on Sunday rolled out eight new designs for its existing iPod Sleeves Collection. The company's cloth sleeves cushion Apple's various iPod models, protecting the devices from scratches and light bumps. Fabrix also notes that each iPod Sleeve is hand sewn to precise dimensions using quilted padding, snugly fitting its intended iPod model. New designs include "Spring Time," "Pink Fuschia," "Black Wallpaper," "Multi Stripes," "Swirly Pop," "Oriental Bloom," "Oriental Lavender," and "Oriental Paisley." Each sleeve comes with a small nylon loop that connects to keyrings or clips, and each new design is available in three sizes to fit the new iPod nano "fatty" as well as the iPod classic and iPod touch. Pricing starts from $20, and all of he new cases are already shipping.