Hack the iPhone





Site updates



Note: I can no longer maintain the listing of foreign tutorials being added. If you are interested in tutorials in a language other than English, then check that particular language's index page for the current listing of available tutorials.



April 14, 2008 10:12 MST

Created a tutorial for the iLiberty+ program for Windows users. Read the tutorial here.



April 10, 2008 10:32 MST

Created a tutorial for the iLiberty+ program for Mac users. Read the tutorial here.



April 6, 2008 14:00 MST

Created a tutorial for the PwnageTool program for Mac users. Read the tutorial here.



March 8, 2008 23:42 MST

Added cutsom ringtone and system sound guides for Mac and Windows users.

Read the Mac guide here.

Read the Windows guide here.



March 6, 2008 19:26 MST

Added an activation, jailbreak, and unlock tutorial for Mac users with the 3.9 or 4.6 bootloaders with the new iPlus program.

Read the guide here.



March 6, 2008 00:00 MST

Added an activation, jailbreak, and unlock tutorial for Windows users with the 3.9 or 4.6 bootloaders.

Read the guide here.



March 1, 2008 04:28 MST

Added a tutorial for installing an alternative to the Installer. It is for Mac and Windows users.

Read the guide here.



February 29, 2008 14:16 MST

Added a tutorial for updating to 1.1.4 firmware and 1.1.4 baseband for 3.9 bootloaders. This tutorial is for Mac users.

Read the guide here.



February 28, 2008 02:17 MST

Added a tutorial for unlocking 1.1.4 firmware for 3.9/4.6 bootloaders. This tutorial is for Mac users.

Read the guide here.



February 20, 2008 17:49 MST

Added a tutorial for Mac users who have a 3.9 bootloader phone and are unlocked and running 1.1.2 firmware. This tutorial will get you onto 1.1.3 firmware and the correct 04.03.13_G baseband as well.

Read the guide here.



February 14, 2008 22:00 MST

Added a tutorial for activating/jailbreaking and unlocking a 3.9 or 4.6 bootloader iPhone in just minutes. This is a Mac guide.

Read the guide here.



February 12, 2008 00:51 MST

Added the tutorial for unlocking an iPhone with 1.1.3 firmware and a 4.6 bootloader via software methods. This is for Windows users.

Read the guide here.



February 11, 2008 21:16 MST

I added an overlooked tutorial for Windows users for jailbreaking a new 1.1.2 iPhone with the 4.6 bootloader. This is needed to go with the unlocking tutorial in this section.

Read the guide here.



February 11, 2008 00:55 MST

Added the tutorial for unlocking an iPhone with 1.1.3 firmware and a 4.6 bootloader via software methods. This is for OS X users.

Read the guide here.



February 8, 2008 16:27 MST

Added the tutorial for unlocking an iPhone with 1.1.2 firmware and a 4.6 bootloader via software methods. This is Installer based and is for both OS X and Windows.

Read the guide here.



January 31, 2008 03:09 MST

Added the tutorial for the official 1.1.3 jailbreak using the Installer.

Read the guide here.



January 27, 2008 00:27 MST

Added the tutorial for the official 1.1.3 jailbreak for OS X users and Windows users. This method involves using the Terminal and manually SSHing files to the iPhone.

Read the OS X guide here.

Read the Windows guide here.



January 24, 2008 01:35 MST

Added a tutorial for decrypting the firmware (1.1.2 and below) for Windows users.

Read it here.



January 21, 2008 23:10 MST

Added a tutorial for those who mistakenly updated to 1.1.3 and want to downgrade again to a usable iPhone. This is for those with the 3.9 bootloader only!

Read it here.



January 20, 2008 18:30 MST

Added a tutorial for how to hardware unlock 1.1.2 firmware with the 4.6 bootloader. This is for Mac users with a link to a Windows guide on another website. The Mac tutorial can easily be adapted to Windows, I will not however be doing this.

Read it here.



January 16, 2008 22:14 MST

I've added a guide on the use of aftermarket SIMs. This is for Mac and Windows users.

Read it here.



January 10, 2008 23:03 MST

Added a tutorial for those with an iPhone with the 4.6 bootloader. It will show you how to downgrade it to 1.1.1 and jailbreak and activate it. Phone functions will be disabled. This tutorial will be updated when a free unlock is available.

Read it here.



December 29, 2007 22:31 MST

I've added a hacker's flowchart. This should simplify the myriad of decisions into a simple diagram which provides additional details on starting out.

Read it here.



December 18, 2007 21:43 MST

Added a tutorial for customizing the phone keypad graphic for Mac users.

Read it here.



December 17, 2007 17:30 MST

Added a tutorial for increasing storage capacity for applications using a symbolic link.

Read the Mac guide here.

Read the Windows guide here.



December 14, 2007 18:00 MST

Added a tutorial for theme creation with SummerBoard for Mac and Windows users.

Read the Mac guide here.

Read the Windows guide here.



December 11, 2007 19:22 MST

I've added an easier tutorial for the Step 1 unlocking guide for Mac and Windows users. The original guides have been renamed the "long method".

Read the Mac guide here.

Read the Windows guide here.



December 7, 2007 10:21 MST

I've added tutorials discussing the two methods of restoring for Mac and Windows users.

Read the Mac guide here.

Read the Windows guide here.







November 30, 2007 19:39 MST

I've added tutorials for downgrading and repairing baseband on 1.1.2 for Mac and Windows users.

Read the Mac guide here.

Read the Windows guide here.


November 27, 2007 09:35 MST

I've added tutorials for installing AppTapp/AppSnapp for Mac and Windows users via SSH.

Read the Mac guide here.

Read the Windows guide here.



November 26, 2007 03:45 MST

I've added the tutorials for changing any graphic for Mac and Windows users.

Read the Mac guide here.

Read the Windows guide here.



November 26, 2007 02:09 MST

I've added an informational page on the Installer repository I am currently operating. I will only be hosting critical applications and tools here.

Read it here.



November 21, 2007 08:25 MST

I've added a tutorial for unlocking 1.1.2 firmware for Windows users.

Read it here.



November 19, 2007 04:45 MST

I've added a tutorial for custom ringtones for Windows users.

Read it here.



November 18, 2007 04:02 MST

I've added the upgrade and unlock tutorial for 1.1.2 for Mac users.

Read it here.







November 15, 2007 03:28 MST

I've added a tutorial on the GameBoy Advanced emulator for Mac and Windows users.

Read the Mac guide here.

Read the Windows guide here.



November 14, 2007 21:24 MST

I've added a tutorial on the Ninentendo emulator for Mac and Windows users.

Read the Mac guide here.

Read the Windows guide here.



November 13, 2007 19:35 MST

I've added a custom ringtone guide for Mac users.

Read it here.



November 13, 2007 17:25 MST

I've added a screenshot guides for Mac and Windows users.

Read the Mac guide here.

Read the Windows guide here.



November 13, 2007 03:03 MST

I've added a Step 2 guide for using Fugu and a Fugu FAQ for Mac users and for using WinSCP for Windows users.

Read the Mac guide here.

Read the Windows guide here.



November 12, 2007 22:55 MST

I've added tutorials for the auto correction keyboard with two methods for installing it, for Mac and Windows users.

Read the Mac guide here.

Read the Windows guide here.



November 11, 2007 21:26 MST

I've added a what do I do flow chart for starting out.

Read it here.



November 9, 2007 23:35 MST

I've added the first tutorial for 1.1.2. It is how to decrypt the firmware for Mac users.

Read it here.



ALL LINKS BELOW LEAD TO DEPRECATED PAGES

I have added a DEPRECATION statement to every page on this site that has been affected by the latest update. In this case it is due to 1.1.2 firmware coming out. People want to update their programs and move forward, so I am updating the guides to keep up with the latest changes. It is critical you pay close attention to firmware versions and program version numbers from here on out if you choose to hack your iPhone.




November 8, 2007 08:35 MST

I've added a cross platform guide on how to fix the bad IMEI problem.

Read it here.



November 8, 2007 02:21 MST

Greek tutorials can be found here.



November 6, 2007 17:23 MST

I've added the changing graphics tutorial for Windows users, finally.

Read it here.



November 6, 2007 05:24 MST

I've added a how to fix YouTube guide for Windows users.

Read it here.



November 6, 2007 01:50 MST

The Step 1 guide is now in Arabic.

Read it here.



November 6, 2007 00:18 MST

I've added a how to fix YouTube guide for Mac users.

Read it here.



November 4, 2007 17:23 MST

The Step 1 guide is now in German

Read it here.



November 4, 2007 01:31 MST

The Step 1 guide is now in Hungarian

Read it here.



November 2, 2007 00:52 MST

The Step 1 guide is now in Icelandic

Read it here.



November 1, 2007 22:57 MST

The Step 1 guide is now in Portuguese.

Read it here.



November 1, 2007 20:45 MST

The Step 1 guide is now in Spanish.

Read it here.



November 1, 2007 18:33 MST

I have added a revised Step 2 tutorial. It does not require a computer! It continues on with Installer to add OpenSSH and the Services program to turn SSH on and off on the iPhone. A more advanced tutorial will cover password changing but it will require a computer.

Read it here.



November 1, 2007 01:25 MST

I have added the ultimate tutorial. It will take you from fresh out of the box to jailbroken, activated, with AppSnap Installer installed and SIM unlocked in less than half an hour. It does NOT require a computer! It does not get any easier than this.

Read it here.







October 30, 2007 17:24 MST

I've added the Step 4 tutorial which covers using Fugu. This tutorial is for Macintosh users.

Read it here.



October 30, 2007 16:17 MST

I've added the Step 3 tutorial which covers unlocking using anySIM. This tutorial is for Macintosh users.

Read it here.



October 30, 2007 05:49 MST

I've added the Step 2 tutorial which covers the critical programs to install with Installer. This tutorial is for both Macintosh and Windows users.

Read it here.



October 29, 2007 23:03 MST

I've added the definitive tutorial for the simplest method to jailbreak, activate and install the Installer (for third party applications). This guide is for both Macintosh and Windows users.

Read it here.



October 28, 2007 23:03 MST

I've added a tutorial on how to add ringtones on 1.1.1 firmware for Windows users.

Read it here.



October 28, 2007 06:51 MST

I've added a tutorial on how to add ringtones on 1.1.1 firmware for Mac users.

Read it here.



October 28, 2007 01:19 MST

I've revamped the Mac Step 1 and Step 2 guides. I've combined them into one. The newest version of iNdependence 1.3 beta now includes anySIM to make it even easier to unlock. I performed this on Leopard this time and have updated all the screen shots.

Read it here.



October 26, 2007 17:02 MST

I've posted a tutorial for how to use AppTapp Installer on 1.1.1 firmware. This guide is for Mac users.

Read it here.



October 26, 2007 01:58 MST

I've posted a tutorial for repairing the baseband on previously unlocked iPhones running 1.0.2 firmware so that they can be upgraded to 1.1.1 firmware. This guide is for Windows users.

Read it here.



October 25, 2007 23:41 MST

I've uploaded numerous Chinese and Italian tutorials today.



October 25, 2007 02:05 MST

I've posted a tutorial for repairing the baseband on previously unlocked iPhones running 1.0.2 firmware so that they can be upgraded to 1.1.1 firmware. This guide is for Mac users.

Read it here.



October 23, 2007 07:25 PST

I've posted the anySIM unlocking guide for Windows users.

Read it here.



October 18, 2007 01:32 PST

I've added a guide on how to change graphics for Mac users.

Read it here.



October 17, 2007 22:28 PST

I've added a guide on adding an auto correction preference under the keyboard settings for Mac users.

Read it here.



October 17, 2007 21:47 PST

I've added the Step 3 guide for Mac users. This covers the installation of Fugu.

Read it here.



October 17, 2007 16:41 PST

I've posted the anySIM unlocking guide for Mac users. This is only for iPhones that have not been unlocked before.

Read it here.






October 16, 2007 21:50 PST

I've added my first tutorial for 1.1.1 iPhones. This tutorial covers the steps in how to downgrade the firmware to activate, jailbreak, install SSH and upgrade to 1.1.1 again. This is for Mac users.

Read it here.



October 14, 2007 22:31 PST

I've added tutorials for converting stock PNGs to usable format for Mac and Windows users.

Mac users tutorial.

Windows users tutorial.



October 14, 2007 19:19 PST

I've overhauled the multimedia page.



October 12, 2007 18:17 PST

I've added a terminology page.



October 12, 2007 14:08 PST

I've added an RSS feed.



October 12, 2007 22:57 PST

Ok this is a second. I've created my last tutorial that I immediately deprecated on what I consider to be the old site (1.0.2 firmware users). It's for changing the carrier services menu for Windows users. This guide will most likely still work on 1.1.1 firmware.

Read it here.



October 11, 2007 22:57 PST

Ok this is a first. I've created a tutorial that I immediately deprecated. It's for changing the carrier services menu for Mac users. This guide will most likely still work on 1.1.1 firmware.

Read it here.



October 7, 2007 23:37 PST

I have expanded the content of the graphics location page.

Read it here.



October 5, 2007 12:25 PST

I have added a tutorial for using SummerBoard to make custom themes and use your own personal photos on the SpringBoard for Windows users.

Read it here.



October 4, 2007 03:15 PST

I have added a tutorial for using SummerBoard to make custom themes and use your own personal photos on the SpringBoard for Mac users.

Read it here.



October 1, 2007 21:07 PST

I have added 7 Italian tutorials for Mac users.



October 1, 2007 19:14 PST

I've added a self indulgent page on press coverage.



October 1, 2007 11:04 PST

I've added 8 Chinese tutorials.

Read them here.



October 1, 2007 01:02 PST

Added new content (including minor hacks for those oustide the U.S.A.) to the FAQ.

Read it here.



September 30, 2007 02:15 PST

Added a tutorial on how to restore to current or older firmware for Windows users. You don't have to update to 1.1.1!

Read it here.



September 29, 2007 21:39 PST

Added a tutorial on how to restore to current or older firmware for Mac users. You don't have to update to 1.1.1!

Read it here.



September 29, 2007 13:00PST

Added my first Chinese tutorial. This is for using anySIM to unlock for Mac users.

Read it here.



September 27, 2007 23:53PST

Added a tutorial for tethering for Windows users.

Read it here.



September 27, 2007 23:07PST

Added a tutorial for editing the springboard for Windows users.

Read it here.



September 27, 2007 16:57PST

Added a tutorial for taking screen shots for Windows users.

Read it here.



September 27, 2007 14:37PST

Added a tutorial for saving voicemail to your computer for Windows users.

Read it here.



September 27, 2007 00:20PST

Added a tutorial for installing the Nintendo Entertainment System for Windows users.

Read it here.



September 25, 2007 20:50PST

Added a tutorial for using a custom graphic on the phone keypad for Windows users.

Read it here.



September 25, 2007 19:34PST

Added a tutorial for enabling the auto correction preference for the keyboard for Windows users.

Read it here.



September 25, 2007 16:31PST

Revised the installation instructions for SSH on Windows to include a warning and a solution for turning off the SSH server to preserve battery life.

Read it here.



September 25, 2007 14:59PST

Revised the installation instructions for SSH on Mac to include a warning and a solution for turning off the SSH server to preserve battery life.

Read it here.



September 25, 2007 03:14 PST

Added a graphic swapping tutorial using iBrickr and WinSCP for Windows users.

Read it here.



September 24, 2007 17:07 PST

Added a ringtones tutorial using iBrickr and WinSCP for Windows users.

Read it here.



September 24, 2007 15:31 PST

Added the Step 5 for Windows users tutorial. This is the LAST of the first steps guides. This covers how to setup iBrickr for ringtones, program and file transferring.

Read it here.



September 23, 2007 19:28 PST

Added the Step 4 for Windows users tutorial. This covers how to use WinSCP for file transferring and program installation. This tutorial used to be in the hacking section and has been rewritten.

Read it here.



September 23, 2007 11:30 PST

Added the Step 3 for Windows users tutorial. This covers installation of the AppTapp Installer, and the installation of a few key programs.

Read it here.



September 22, 2007 22:57 PST

Added the Step 2 for Windows users tutorial. This covers bypassing activation and making YouTube work.

Read it here.



September 22, 2007 20:05 PST

Added the Step 1 for Windows users tutorial. This covers the creation of the phonedmg folder.

Read it here.



September 22, 2007 01:04 PST

I have added the 4 part tutorial on using anySIM to unlock the iPhone for Mac users in German.

Read it here.



September 20, 2007 22:47 PST

I have added the 4 part tutorial on using anySIM to unlock the iPhone for Mac users in Italian.

Read it here.



September 20, 2007 15:13 PST

I have added a FAQ in Italian.

Read it here.



September 20, 2007 14:35 PST

I have added a tutorial for how to change the keypad background graphic for Mac users in Italian.

Read it here.



September 19, 2007 23:35 PST

I have added a tutorial for how to disable the auto correction feature for Mac users in Italian.

Read it here.



September 19, 2007 23:04 PST

I have added a tutorial for how to change graphics for Mac users in Italian.

Read it here.



September 19, 2007 22:24 PST

I have added a tutorial for how to install SSH for Mac users in Italian.

Read it here.



September 19, 2007 20:52 PST

I have added a tutorial for how to use AppTapp Installer for Mac users in Italian.

Read it here.



September 18, 2007 23:47 PST

I have added a tutorial for how to use the anySIM program to unlock the iPhone for Windows users.

Read it here.



September 17, 2007 14:25 PST

I have added a tutorial for how to use the anySIM program to unlock the iPhone for Mac users.

Read it here.



September 15, 2007 15:25 PST

I have added a tutorial for how to change any graphic for Mac users.

Read it here.



September 14, 2007 22:51 PST

I have added a tutorial for changing the keypad background for Mac users.

Read it here.



September 14, 2007 21:15 PST

I have added a tutorial for installing the Nintendo Entertainment System for Mac users.

Read it here.



September 14, 2007 14:20 PST

I have added a tutorial for fixing YouTube for Mac users.

Read it here.



September 14, 2007 10:30 PST

I have added a tutorial for managing ringtones using two methods for Mac users.

Read it here.



September 11, 2007 12:54 PST

I have added a tutorial for saving voicemail to a computer for Mac users.

Saving voicemail



September 11, 2007 10:45 PST

I have added a tutorial for tethering the iPhone's EDGE connection to a computer for Mac users.

Tethering via EDGE



September 10, 2007 21:26 PST

I have added a tutorial for changing the icon order, and adding an icon for the Field Test application to the springboard for Mac users.

springboard changes






September 10, 2007 20:22 PST

I have added a tutorial for enabling and disabling the keyboard preference for auto correction for Mac users.

Read it here.



September 10, 2007 19:46 PST

I have added a tutorial for taking screenshots for Mac users.

Read it here.



September 10, 2007 06:35 PST

I have added a tutorial for a very easy method of installing SSH and changing the account passwords for Mac users.

Step 2 for OS X (intel) users



September 10, 2007 04:07 PST

I have uploaded all 3 pages and the FAQ for the hardware unlock for Mac users.

Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 FAQ



September 10, 2007 02:41 PST

I have uploaded a simple guide for installing AppTapp installer 3.0.

Step 3 for OS X (intel) users



September 9, 2007 16:54 PST

I have uploaded the first new tutorial for iTunes 7.4 users. It is the first step any Mac user should take.

Step 1 for OS X (intel) users



September 9, 2007 16:53 PST

Version 2 of this website is now live. There is a small selection of new guides up. This was brought about by iTunes 7.4 shaking some things up. I recommend visiting the site at www.hackthatphone.com and clicking on the information link to see the new version of the site. I will work quickly to create new guides featuring updated programs that work with iTunes 7.4.



September 6, 2007 12:45 PST

I've added the Italian hardware unlock FAQ for Mac users. It can be found here.



September 6, 2007 05:26 PST

I've posted a largely complete To Do list for this website. I'm hoping the information on this page can be useful to others while I slowly get around to completing everything on this list. It can be found here.



September 5, 2007 23:56 PST

I have added a Spanish tutorial for installing SSH for Windows users. It can be found here.



September 5, 2007 22:20 PST

Updated the Firmware Update Issues page.



September 5, 2007 02:54 PST

I have added a Spanish tutorial for adding ringtones for Windows users. It can be found here.



September 4, 2007 20:32 PST

I have added an Italian tutorial for unlocking the iPhone via hardware means for Mac users. It can be found here.



September 4, 2007 08:56 PST

I have added an Italian tutorial for changing the graphics using a Mac. It can be found here.



September 4, 2007 03:12 PST

I have added several new problems to the FAQ. Keep in mind there are two on this site. A general FAQ covering everything under the "Hacking" tab, and a FAQ specifically for the hardware unlock tutorial, under the "Activation/Unlock" tab.



September 3, 2007 07:28 PST

I have added a second Italian tutorial. It covers how to install ringtones using iFuntastic! for Mac users. It can be found here.



September 2, 2007 04:21 PST

I'm proud to add my first tutorial in Italian! Italian tutorials can be reached here http://italiano.hackthatphone.com

The tutorial I'm adding is "The 10 Steps" for Mac users and can be found here.



September 1, 2007 22:54 PST

Added a FAQ for the hardware unlocking of the iPhone, along with information on T-Mobile service plans. Read the FAQ here.



September 1, 2007 02:18 PST

Added the French tutorial on how to unlock the iPhone for Mac users. You can now use any GSM SIM. Read the tutorial here.



August 28, 2007 22:05 PST

Added a 3 page tutorial on how to unlock the iPhone for Mac users. You can now use any GSM SIM. Read the tutorial here.



August 26, 2007 04:45 PST

Added a tutorial on how to convert firmware PNG files to a usable format for Mac users. Read the tutorial here.



August 26, 2007 03:20 PST

Added a tutorial on how to install and use the iPhone Utility Client (iPHUC) for Mac users. Read the tutorial here.



August 25, 2007 23:19 PST

Added a tutorial on how to mount the firmware files for Mac users. Read the tutorial here.



August 25, 2007 20:22 PST

Added a Spanish tutorial on The 10 Steps for Windows users. Read the tutorial here.



August 25, 2007 02:09 PST

Added a tutorial on tethering your Mac to your iPhone's EDGE Internet connection for Mac users. Read the tutorial here.



August 23, 2007 21:09 PST

Added a tutorial on backing up voicemail messages to your computer for Mac users. Read the tutorial here.



August 22, 2007 07:17 PST

Added a tutorial for how to create a ringtone from scratch for Mac users. This method uses a free program called Audacity. Read the tutorial here.



August 22, 2007 03:32 PST

Added a tutorial on adding the auto correction enable/disable switch in the keyboard settings panel for Mac users. Read the tutorial here.



August 22, 2007 02:01 PST

Added a tutorial on changing applications/language display for Mac users. This is a very limited tutorial, maybe more will experiment with this and share their results and it can have wider reaching implications. Read the tutorial here.



August 21, 2007 20:35 PST

I added more to the voice recorder installation tutorial for Mac users. I added a section on how to save the recordings to your computer. Read the tutorial here.



August 21, 2007 05:45 PST

Added a new tutorial for extending the springboard by installing the Launcher application for Mac users. Read the tutorial here.



August 21, 2007 02:47 PST

Added a new tutorial in Spanish for installing Fugu for Mac users. Read the tutorial here.



August 21, 2007 00:01 PST

Added my first tutorial for PPC Mac users! It's also good for intel Mac users and teaches you how to install an amazing program called the iPhone Installer by Nullriver Software. The tutorial is here.



August 20, 2007 04:22 PST

Added a tutorial for installing the binkit for Mac users.



August 19, 2007 21:25 PST

Added a tutorial for installing the Nintendo Entertainment System emulator for Mac users. This tutorial includes instructions on how to make the sound work using specially provided files.



August 19, 2007 14:18 PST

Added my first French tutorial. It is the First 10 Steps to Modding in Windows. French tutorials can be found here: http://francais.hackthatphone.com



August 18, 2007 20:06 PST

Added a tutorial for installing the voice record program for Mac users.



August 18, 2007 01:53 PST

Added a tutorial for installing the Terminal for Mac users.



August 17, 2007 19:32 PST

Added my third Spanish language tutorial for Mac users who want to install Secure Shell (SSH).



August 17, 2007 18:18 PST

Added my second Spanish language tutorial for Mac users who want to install ringtones using iFuntastic.



August 17, 2007 06:51 PST

Added a tutorial on how to install and use the screenshot program, for Mac users.



August 17, 2007 03:54 PST

Added a tutorial on how to install an SCP, SFTP, and SSH client for file transferring for Mac users. I will show you how to use the Fugu program.



August 16, 2007 20:19 PST

Added my first Spanish language tutorial for intel Mac users. It is the First 10 Steps to modding. This new subdomain is http://espanol.hackthatphone.com   I am uncertain how many tutorials I will be able to offer in Spanish.



August 16, 2007 10:16 PST

Added a tutorial for installing SSH and changing the root password for Mac users.



August 15, 2007 17:56 PST

Expanded the install SSH tutorial to include the need to install a binkit.



August 15, 2007 08:01 PST

Added a tutorial on how to use the Launcher application for accessing an extended springboard for Windows users.



August 15, 2007 00:27 PST

Fixed the tutorial for tethering EDGE access to your laptop for Windows users.

This is my 50th page of content.



August 14, 2007 04:28 PST

Added a non functional tutorial for tethering EDGE access to your laptop for Windows users. I'm hoping someone can help me figure out what went wrong during my process so I can show everyone out there how to do this, I think I'm missing something simple.



August 13, 2007 22:46 PST

Added a tutorial for using the Installer application, for Windows users.



August 13, 2007 19:46 PST

Added a tutorial for saving voicemail messages to a computer, for Windows users.



August 13, 2007 07:53 PST

I wrote a brief tutorial on how to add a hidden preference for enabling and disabling auto correction when using the keyboard for Windows users.



August 13, 2007 06:10 PST

I added a brief tutorial on how to change the language display for Windows users.



August 13, 2007 04:45 PST

I added a section on how to save voice recordings in the how to install the voice recorder tutorial for Windows users.



August 13, 2007 03:18 PST

I added a proof of concept page (call it a tutorial if you must) on how to make YouTube work on an iPhone with bypassed activation.



August 12, 2007 09:49 PST

I added a section on how to change your SSH password in the SSH installation tutorial for Windows.



August 11, 2007 01:39 PST

Added a Windows specific tutorial on how to install the Terminal application.



August 10, 2007 18:40 PST

I should pull all nighters more often, I post new tutorials earlier in the day. Today brings a Windows specific tutorial on how to install the Nintendo Entertainment System emulator.



August 10, 2007 00:04 PST

Added Windows specific tutorials on installing the voice record application and on how to take screen shots via WinSCP. Added screen shots of every screen in the Field Test application to the GSM information page.



August 9, 2007 01:17 PST

Added a Windows specific tutorial on changing the phone's keypad graphic.



August 8, 2007 16:34 PST

Added a Windows specific tutorial on how to reorganize icons on the springboard and how to add the Field Test application with a custom icon.



August 8, 2007 02:39 PST

Added a Windows specific tutorial on changing carrier ID graphics (the AT&T logo).



August 7, 2007 23:50 PST

Added a list of graphics (with the actual graphics) on the iPhone and what paths they are at. This is a very basic list right now, I hope to chart everything on the phone.



August 7, 2007 22:40 PST

Added a tutorial for how to create a ringtone from scratch for Windows users.



August 7, 2007 16:19 PST

New, less cluttered nav system added. Hope it better ogranizes things.



August 6, 2007 00:16 PST

Created a Windows specific tutorial on how to install SSH.



August 4, 2007 21:16 PST

Created a Windows specific tutorial on changing graphics.



August 4, 2007 06:40 PST

Complete revision of how to use non OEM SIMs in the iPhone on Windows.



August 3, 2007 04:54 PST

Added an informational page concerning the first iPhone update on 7/31/07.



August 2, 2007 02:21 PST

Added a tutorial on the use of iFuntastic! to reorder the icons on the springboard, intel Mac only.



August 1, 2007 16:35 PST

Added an about me page.



July 31, 2007 23:16 PST

House cleaned the site as far as checking all content for typos, clarity and amplifying information. Some graphics were updated and other minor issues taken care of that most would not notice.



July 31, 2007 02:45 PST

Added a new tutorial for using iFuntastic! (a GUI program) to quickly change carrier ID graphics. Mac only.



July 30, 2007 22:44 PST

Made clarifications to all Windows related instructions the need to qualify all putfile commands with full paths.



July 30, 2007 21:16 PST

Rewrote the tutorial for easily adding ringtones for intel Macs. This uses a newer version of the iFuntastic program which has a different GUI than the previous version.



July 30, 2007 07:43 PST

Created a new tutorial for intel and PPC Macs for bypassing activation. This guide uses the new program iASign v0.2 and is significantly easier to perform than the prior method.



July 30, 2007 03:45 PST

Created a Windows specific version of "The 10 Steps". Clarified on numerous pages the slight differences between modding on a Mac as opposed to a Windows machine.



July 29, 2007 04:52 PST

Added a new tutorial on ripping DVDs with DVD Decrypter and Videora iPhone Converter for Windows.



July 28, 2007 03:09 PST

Added a new tutorial on ripping DVDs with HandBrake for intel & PPC Macs.



July 27, 2007 19:30 PST

Added a new tutorial on placing a custom image onto the phone keypad.



July 26, 2007 23:47 PST

Added numerous files and programs to the downloads page.



July 25, 2007 19:45 PST

Overhauled the downloads page. Now hosting numerous requested files. Many more downloads to come.



July 25, 2007 16:50 PST

Uploaded graphical files to the multimedia page. These can be used on the iPhone to replace stock graphics.



July 23, 2007 01:10 PST

Added a brand new 9 step process for installing ringtones on an intel Mac. This process uses a nice GUI driven application for simple click operation. No Terminal commands, no difficult paths to type. Only 1 program to download! Give it a try today!



July 21, 2007 16:05 PST

Added a FAQ. I welcome submissions to the FAQ from a modifcation standpoint, not a general user standpoint (i.e. user's manual questions). I have added a few themes on the multimedia page. They all look FANTASTIC on the phone. Look for more to come soon on this page...



July 20, 2007 20:55 PST

Added a tutorial for using Cingular and other AT&T SIM cards and virtual operators using the AT&T network for Windows XP and Vista users.



July 19, 2007 23:55 PST

Added a tutorial for modifying the springboard. Added an introductory modding page called the 10 steps.



July 18, 2007 10:00 PST

Added a tutorial for using Cingular and other AT&T SIM cards and virtual operators using the AT&T network for intel Mac users.



July 17, 2007 08:50 PST

Added a tutorial for changing system graphic icons. This is the 15th page of content.



July 16, 2007 16:57 PST

Added a tutorial for installing ringtones/system sounds using Windows XP and Vista.



July 15, 2007 07:09 PST

Added the carrier ID swap modification page.



July 15, 2007 05:00 PST

The modifications page was renamed to bypass AT&T activation. All modifications will be on their own dedicated page as they become available. Many clarifications were made to the intel Mac ringtones page along with new screen shots.



July 14, 2007 01:56 PST

Added a new page called GSM technical information. This contains access to the Field Engineering Menu and a list of codes that users can input.



July 12, 2007 15:00 PST

Added an in-depth tutorial on how to add ringtones and retain sync ability with iTunes. This is an intel Mac only solution until someone creates a Windows interface program.



July 11, 2007 00:36 PST

Added the custom ringtone video to the information and videos page with an explanation of the drawbacks. Added a linked article on the location of where the iPhone puts backup data and how to read some of it on the information page. Added link to iPhoneDrive program to information page. Numerous other items added to the information page.



July 10, 2007 16:26 PST

Added link to one of the better done and in-depth reviews of the iPhone by Ars Technica on the information page. Added a discussion of GSM codes to the tips & troubleshooting page. Added the iPhone in a blender video to the videos page.



July 9, 2007 15:22 PST

Added an online speed test tool just for the iPhone on the tips and troubleshooting page.



July 8, 2007 17:10 PST

Moved all iPhone disassembly guide information to the technical information page.



July 8, 2007 13:19 PST

Added a videos page.



July 8, 2007 02:36 PST

Added a technical information page.



July 7, 2007 20:10 PST

Added a links page from content formerly on the information page.



July 7, 2007 17:21 PST

Changed the mods page. Added/reorganized information on "All other methods of cracking activation".



June 30, 2007

Site launched with just one page of content.


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