McAfee’s anti virus solution for the iPhone, called Stinger, would be the first of the of it’s kind. A version of it was leaked to the public recently, and the official statement from McAfee is that the software is a proof of concept and is not ready for the public to use yet. This is very clear when you consider the application was not built with the SDK, and would have to be written over again for use on iPhones using the SDK.
Though McAfee has not announced any plans to follow through and actually get this software out the door, they are pleased with the reaction they have gotten from the iPhone community. All this means that contrary to earlier reports that said this software could be malicious, it seems that is not the case. Either way, be careful, as leaked software has a tendency to become infested with malware.
To some, it may seem that it is not necessary to have anti virus on the iPhone, or mobile phones in general for that matter. This is not true, the iPhone firmware 1.1.1 was jailbroken and subsequently unlocked thanks to an exploit, that with anti virus software may not have worked. While that was a case where the exploit was good, it could have just the same been used to execute malicious code. With mobile phones becoming more and more advanced, you will surely be seeing more of this type of software.
[Via WinAndMac]
Written by Chase Higgins on May 2nd, 2008 with no comments.
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More hints about the appearance of the 3G iPhone have been leaked. Though the information is not confirmed, there is still an image floating around that possibly depicts the dimensions and shape of the new iPhone. This image is more of a blueprint. It is rumored that this picture was leaked to iPhone accessory manufacturers, so they could begin preparing accessories for the device ahead of time.
This image depicts quite a few valuable specifications about the new iPhone. First, it is clear it tapers off at the sides. This means it is thicker in the center of the device, then at the sides of the device. We can also see that the screen size is not going to change. It is clear that the speakers are going to be changed into larger holes as opposed to a grille. The dock connector, for whatever reason, is now rounded at the edges.
Now for that last window. It lists ‘color options’. Of these there are black and white. Ok, that is normal and expected. Wait, but what is that off maroon colored one? Well, it could be part of Apple’s PRODUCT(RED) initiative, we have seen iPods in this dress before. There is an unknown new sensor on the new iPhone. It is assumed this could be a second lower resolution camera, possibly for video chat or video calls.
[Via iLounge]
Written by Chase Higgins on May 2nd, 2008 with no comments.
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A recently discovered antivirus app claiming to be the first antivirus app for the iPhone. "McAfee" app for the iPhone has been outed as a hoax by McAfee VP of Consumer Public Relations Francie Coulter. The app was posted by WinAndMac earlier today as being the first antivirus application for the iPhone, but it turns out that it's probably just a hoax.
Written by Edward Kirk on May 2nd, 2008 with no comments.
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Engadget's Ryan Block recently sat down with Sun CEO Jonathan Schwartz for a few words on what's going on in the world of Java. In the interview, they discuss things like the JavaFX Mobile platform, combating Microsoft, and most importantly, the future of Java on the iPhone. Interestingly enough, he became an iPhone owner himself just yesterday, and he likes it a lot.
Written by Edward Kirk on May 2nd, 2008 with no comments.
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O2 has completed the project they began several months earlier to strengthen and broaden their 3G data networks in the UK. The resulting network covers nearly 80% of the UK's population, bringing it into compliance with Ofcom regulations. It also brings them up to speed with competitors in the area like T-Mobile, 3, Orange, and Vodafone, who's 3G networks have previously been stronger.
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