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Here are some screenshots of the new interface on the upcoming WinPwn 2.5 which should be released very soon!

Nullriver has just released a $10 app to the Apple App Store labeled ‘NetShare’ we’re not sure how long this app will be allowed for. It circumvents Apple’s stance on not allowing tethering on the iPhone 3G. The bad news is that there have been reports of the app not actually working. We’ll keep our eye on this app and let you know how it goes.

Update: Netshare was taken down then put back up and is now reported to be working.

Apple has released iTunes 7.7.1! According to Software Update, this update includes fixes to improve stability and performance.

Use iTunes 7.7 to sync music, video, and more with iPhone 3G, and download applications from the iTunes Store exclusively designed for iPhone and iPod touch with software version 2.0 or later. Also use the new Remote application for iPhone or iPod touch to control iTunes playback from anywhere in your home — a free download from the App Store.

iTunes 7.7.1 includes fixes to improve stability and performance.

Pick up iTunes 7.7.1 at Apple’s software update or at Apple.com

iPhone gamers rejoice Zdziarski has released the latest version of his must have iPhone NES emulator NES.app v2.3.0 for use with iPhone firmware v2.0. The big news with this release is the added support for the iPhone’s accelerometer allowing a whole new game play experience.

You can install the application via Cydia or do it yourself by downloading it from our iPhone downloads section under ‘Games’ or follow this direct link: Download NES.app v2.3.0

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You can now “take back your iPhone 2.0″ with the new Customize App 2.1.1 for iPhone firmware 2.0 users. For those of you new the iPhone scene, Customize is the defacto standard for using and creating iPhone themes. You can install Customize via Cydia or do it the good’ol fashion way yourself by downloading it from our iPhone downloads section under ‘Homebrew’ or follow this direct link: Download Customize 2.1.1

Notice for 1.1.4 Users
If you are on 1.1.4 then DO NOT upgrade to Customize 2.1.0 You must stay with Customize 2.0.x. The newer version will not work with 1.1.4. I will continue to support the 2.0.x versions for some time, until most users have upgraded to Firmare 2.0.
Best, Spicy

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iPhone 2.0 3rd party app support is still being heavily developed. The latest progress report and screenshots are for AppTapp Installer 4.0 they have posted the following screenshots over on their blog:

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The iPhone Dev Team is still hard at work unlocking the iPhone 3G, luckily they are keeping everyone in the loop in regards to their progress. They haven’t achieved an unlock yet but they have reached a milestone on that road by successfully downgrading the modem baseband firmware to an older version. Here is their screenshot:

This image is the “About” screen from a 3G iPhone that was bought in a store last week. As you can see the modem firmware version has been successfully downgraded to an older “beta” firmware. This is not an unlock (yet), but it is our illustration of the first progress made with regard to hacking the 3G baseband.

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WinPwn has released a patch release on their 2.0 branch with WinPwn 2.0.0.3 featuring the following bug fixes:

• Cydia/XP/Writing root FS bug.
• Failed to remove ipsw directory after a ipswBuild failure.
• iPwner now only accepts custom ipsws.
• Remove 345 ipsw support. WinPwn only supports 347 2.0 ipsw’s.
• Various other fixes.

Features we can expect in the next release:

• Parition resizer
• Auto updater
• DFU Helper function/Wizard mode

As always you can get a copy from our iPhone Downloads section: Download WinPwn 2.0.0.3

WinPwn 2.0 has just released, you can now jailbreak your iPhone EDGE/3G on a Windows PC - easier than before.

WinPwn 2.0 Features:

• Support for both 1.1.4 and 2.0
• Custom Image Support
• Custom Payload Support
• 3g iPhone support

Quick WinPwn 2.0 How To:

1. First create a custom IPSW using the IPSW Builder.
2. Click “Ipwner” and browse for the custom IPSW that you just created. This will pwn itunes and allow you to flash Custom IPSW files via DFU mode
3. Once you have pwned Itunes, put your phone into DFU mode. If you don’t know how to do this click Here.
4. Once you are in DFU mode Itunes will pop up and then you can hold shift and click restore and browse to your custom IPSW file.

Notes:

• Remove Winpwn 1.0 completely if you have it installed. Installing over the top of WinPwn 1.0 will cause problems.
• Make sure you have the latest version of iTunes ( Currently 7.7)
• If you already have service with iPhone’s official carrier, do not activate or install Youtube Fix

If you got problems with it or questions about it ask on our forums here.

Download WinPwn 2.0

- source: winpwn.com

Willdta over at youtube has put together this pretty informative ‘How to WinPwn 2.0′ video. We’re putting together a step-by-step WinPwn 2.0 guide but until then check it out: