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Tweetie, a Twitter app for the iPhone has recently been updated, which brings the version number up to 1.3.2.This update may not be the Push that many were hoping for, but it should be a welcomed update for any current users who like the search feature. This update brings just one new addition, it fixes the “search glitches caused by the Twitpocalypse.”
For those unfamiliar, the Twitpocalypse glitch was only allowing users to get search results one at a time. Which for anyone who uses Twitter to search or track terms on a regular basis will understand, one at a time just does not cut it.
Once again, this update is just the bug fix, however, as per the Tweetie Twitter account there is still another “big” update coming soon.

Earlier today, Apple announced that they sold over one million iPhone 3GS units this past weekend.
The “Apple PR RSS” update feed simply stated “Apple Sells Over One Million iPhone 3GS Models.”
In response to the one millionth iPhone 3GS being sold, Apple CEO, Steve Jobs stated,
“Customers are voting and the iPhone is winning,” said Steve Jobs, Apple’s CEO. “With over 50,000 applications available from Apple’s revolutionary App Store, iPhone momentum is stronger than ever.”
Furthermore, Apple has also gone on record stating that the iPhone 3.0 software update has been downloaded by over six million iPhone users (of roughly 40 million iPhone/iTouch users total.)
Apple has managed to roughly match the same numbers they encountered when they first began selling the iPhone 3G this time last year.

Granted, there are not many apps in the App Storethat are supporting Push Notifications at this point, and for some that may be leading to a little question as to how to enable the notifications.

Well, to begin with, the “Notifications” listing in your iPhone’s settings will not appear as an option until you launch an app that has that support. In my case, you can see (in the below image) that app is Tap Tap Revenge 2.6.

Anyway, simply launch an app that has support for Notifications then go back to your iPhone’s settings and then you will notice a new listing called “Notifications” that will be listed as “On.”

Once there, you can then go in and customize the settings on an app by app basis.

According to iSuppli the 16GB iPhone 3GS costs a total of $178.96 to build. That is broken further down, which you can see on the chart below, however in simple form that total is based off a bill of material cost of $172.46 with a manufacturing cost of $6.50.

Interesting to note is that this model (16GB iPhone 3GS) is only a few dollars more to build in comparison to the 8GB iPhone 3G which came in at $174.33. Additionally, these figures take the materials and manufacturing into the cost, however there is also other items such as packaging and shipping to the retail locations that can be factored into the cost of each iPhone.

Of course, in reality Apple could be spending a lot less to build each iPhone 3GS, because no matter what we see from iSuppli, they are most likely not privy to any special deals that Apple may receive for buying these materials in the bulk quantity the would require. Nonetheless, it is neat to see that the new model is just a few bucks more than the previous, even with the upgrades.

the iPhone Dev Team had released their much awaited software method called Ultrasn0w that can unlock iPhone 3G running iPhone OS 3.0 almost a week back.

Now, following are the step-by-step instructions to unlock your iPhone 3G running on iPhone OS 3.0:

Step 1: Launch the Cydia App from your iPhone springboard

Step 2: Press the Manage tab at the bottom of the Home-Cydiascreen

Step 3: On the Manage section of Cydia, click on the second option named Sources.

Step 4: Now press the Edit button displayed on the top right corner of the screen.

Step 5: Press the Add button displayed on the top left corner of the screen

Step 6: The screen will display a text box where you have to enter the Cydia/APT URL.
Enter http://repo666.ultrasn0w.com/ as the URL and press theAdd Source button

Step 7: Once this is done, please press the Return to Cydia button

Step 8: Now, press the Done button displayed on the top right corner of the screen.

Step 9: Select the repo666.ultrasn0w.com displayed under the heading Entered by User.

Step 10: Now, press to select ultrasn0w application displayed under the repo.666.ultrasn0w.com

Step 11: Press the Install button displayed on the top right corner of the screen.

Step 12: Then press the Confirm button displayed on the top right corner of the screen. This will install the application.

Step 13: Once completed, you will be able to see the Return to Cydia button. Press this button.

Step 14: As a final step, press the Home button and power OFF and then power ON your iPhone. You can do this by following the sequence:
i. Press the Home button for about 3 seconds
ii. Press the Power button on you iPhone
iii. Move the slider to the right. This will power OFF your iPhone
iv. While keeping the Home button pressed – press the Power button again to power ON your iPhone.

Step 15: You should now be able to insert any SIM card you want in your newly unlocked iPhone 3G!

At this point, it almost goes without saying that if you are planning to jailbreak and/or unlock you should always wait for the green light from the Dev Team. Anyway, due to the recent release of iPhone OS 3.1 we have yet another warning coming courtesy of the Dev Team
“ultrasn0w users *must* stay away from official 3.1 (incl. betas) until we release the tools for it, or you’ll *lose* unlock!”
Basically, if you are looking to unlock your iPhone at anytime in the future using ultrasn0w then you need to hold off on updating to OS 3.1 beta, and once the final version is released, OS 3.1 (the non-beta).

over on Facebook and Twitter, the app is about 98%, no 92%, no 97% done, however there was not any other indication as to when it would actually be submitted to Apple for approval into the App Store.
As to what we can expect to see, how about we begin with what we are not going to see — Push Notifications. According to the post, Push Notifications are currently being worked on, however they will not be in Facebook v3.0, instead it looks like we “can expect it in a 3.1 update later this summer.”

Anyway, moving on, aside from the lack of Push Notifications there are plenty of other new features to look forward to.

1. The “new” News Feed
2. Like
3. Events (including the ability to RSVP)
4. Notes
5. Pages
6. Create new photo albums
7. Upload photos to any album
8. Zoom into photos
9. Easier photo tagging
10. Profile Pictures albums
11. A new home screen for easy access to all your stuff, search, and notifications
12. Add your favorite profiles and pages to the home screen
13. Better Notifications (they link to the comments so you can reply)
14. Quickly call or text people right from the Friends page
15. Messages you are typing will be restored if you quit or are interrupted by a phone call

In light of a spate of recent iPhone 3GS overheating reports, Apple published a set of guidelines to help iPhone users ensure that their devices remain at proper operating temperatures to prevent overheating and related issues. More accurately, Apple released the tips the day that many of the initial reports surfaced, last Thursday, June 25, so it’s unclear whether or not the two are connected–Apple has not issued an official comment on the reports. But the following information could be valuable to any iPhone owner concerned with possible overheating. “Burned” iPhone 3GS (via NowhereElse.FR) with iPhone Overheat Warning Screen

From Apple:

iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS should be used in environments where temperatures remain between 32 degrees and 95 degrees Fahrenheit. Temperatures outside of this range could decrease battery life temporarily or effect performance.iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS should be stored in locations where temperatures remain between -4 degrees and 113 degrees Fahrenheit. Note: Temperatures within sealed motor vehicles can exceed 113 degrees Fahrenheit.

iPhone owners who don’t follow these suggested best-practices could experience any of the following “symptoms:”

iPhone could randomly cease chargingiPhone display could become less brightiPhone cellular connection could weaken or diminishiPhone temperature warning screen could appear, rendering your device useless except for making emergency phone calls

Apple also included the following suggestions, though most of these are simply common sense, at least for experienced gadget users:

Don’t leave your iPhone in a vehicle during a hot dayDon’t leave your iPhone in direct sunlight for any extended period of time-Avoid using data intensive applications, like GPS or streaming-media apps, for extended periods of time on hot days or while in direct sunlight.

Note: Apple’s iPhone overheating tips appear to be aimed specifically at iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS owners, but I’d say they’re equally applicable to first-gen iPhone users. I’m guessing there’s no temperature warning screen on the original iPhone, though.)

I’ve got a few of my own tips, too.

First of all, you should try not to use too many applications at once on a hot day or while out in the sun, since your device is more likely to overheat. As a rule of thumb, the more tasks your device is performing, the more battery life it will need, and in turn, the hotter that battery and its surrounding components will get.

Secondly, don’t worry about it if your iPhone gets warm. All mobile devices, cell phones, netbooks, laptops, etc., tend to heat up on hot days or during extended use. However, if your device seems to be getting uncommonly hot to the touch or it’s too hot to handle for long, turn it off and let it cool down.

Finally, if you must use an iPhone or other device in steamy environs, try to keep it in the shade or at least out of the direct sunlight. I wear a baseball hat constantly, but in addition to showing my support for the best team in baseball–Go Red Sox!!–it also works great as an “umbrella” or sorts for my iPhone or BlackBerry.

I keep both my iPhone and BlackBerry busy in the car, getting GPS driving directions and listening to Pandora Radio via my stereo Bluetooth FM transmitter, which is sure to get any mobile device nice and toasty. But I keep them out of the sun by throwing my hat down on top while they’re in use.