A few weeks ago we reported on the new untethered jailbreak for the iPhone 4S and iPad 2, Greenpois0n Absinthe. Today, they offer an update with some bug fixes. Most of these fixes seem to be with the actual jailbreaking process itself and not with the phone. So if you’re already jailbroken, its probably not necessary to re-jailbreak.

The update does the following:
– Mac: added support for OSX 10.5, PPC and Intel CPU
– Added consistency check on startup to make sure required files are in place
– Windows: fixed bug in payload generator that might cause a crash

Source: iMore

Its been a long wait, but you can now perform an untethered jailbreak for your iPhone 4S or iPad 2 running iOS 5.0 or 5.0.1 using Greenpois0n Absinthe (currently only available when using a Mac).

Click Here for the how-to.

Source: iMore

Comex has just released the highly anticipated JailbreakMe 3.0 for iOS 4.3.3. After it having leaked out about a week ago, it’s now been officially released. The ultimate iDevice unlocking tool is finally here.

JailbreakMe 3.0 makes use of a PDF exploit just like JailbreakMe 2.0. JailbreakMe was originally used to jailbreak the iPhone and iPod touch running the 1.1.1 version of iPhone OS. Using a TIFF exploit in Safari, this installed the Installer.app. This exploit was patched by Apple Inc. in the 1.1.2 firmware. The more recent JailbreakMe 2.0 released by comex uses an exploit in the FreeType library used while rendering PDF files. The exploit used by JailbreakMe 2.0 was patched by Apple Inc. in iOS 4.0.2. JailbreakMe 3.0 can jailbreak all iDevices (including iPad 2) on iOS 4.3.3 only, with additional firmware update support to come later. Comex’s solution is the ultimate jailbreaking solution as you can jailbreak your iOS device by simply using mobile Safari.

It’s been confirmed to work on all iOS devices such as iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPad 1, iPad 2, iPod Touch 3G and iPod Touch 4G.

Here’s a few things that you should be aware of before you proceed:

• It is always a good idea to take a backup of your iOS device before you hack it.
• JailbreakMe 3.0 supports iOS 4.3.3, so you need to first update your iOS device to iOS 4.3.3 before using JailbreakMe.
• Please note that JailbreakMe does not activate your iPhone, so your iPhone should be activated via iTunes first.
• JailbreakMe does not unlock your iPhone. So iPhone unlockers are advised to use tools like PwnageTool or Sn0wbreeze to jailbreak their iPhone.

The process is as simple as visiting JailbreakMe.com on your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad’s Mobile Safari browser and tap on the Free button under Cydia and then tap on the Install button, this should jailbreak your iOS device and install Cydia just like installing an iOS app from the App Store. It is as easy as that.

Here’s a short clip of the install process on an iPhone or iPod Touch:

Another short clip, this time of the process on an iPad or iPad 2:

Anyone wanna share their experience using this latest unlock tool for their iDevice?
Can these jailbreak teams keep up with the enhanced security coming in iOS 5?
I guess time will tell, but we tend to think the devs will always be right there to win us back the freedom of our own devices, every time the big guy tries to lock them down.
Share your thoughts on this subject below.
Last but not least, much respect and appreciation goes out to Comex for this great development.

source: jailbreakme, mobilesyrup

UPDATE:

If you just missed the announcement by Apple don’t worry. Were here to share the information Intomobile has collected. Steve Jobs was the one who took to the stage at the Yerba Buena Center in San Francisco today, something some of us wondered. He did show up although he’s currently on medical leave. Way to go Steve!

It’s nice to see some of the rumors proven right or wrong. This version will not have iOS5 and now we know for sure. It will run iOS4.3 and that’s confirmed. Take a look at the specifications below now that the official announcement has taken place.

• 33% thinner profile and sport the following specs:
• Dual-core A5 processor (2x faster and 9x the graphics processing of the A4)
• front and rear-facing cameras
• 9.7-inch capacitive touchscreen display
• 16, 32 or 64 GB capacity
• WiFi and 3G connectivity
• gyroscope (similar to the iPhone)
• HDMI out (1080P)
• 1.3 lbs (down from 1.5 of the original iPad)
• available in white with support for Verizon and AT&T
• starting price of $499 for 16GB WiFi model
• New case accessory will cover the front of the device using a magnet to hold it in place and toggle the sleep state of the device
• iOS 4.3

Now what do you think? Let us know in the comments box below.

Source: IM

END OF UPDATE

Today is the day Apple is holding an event announcing the specifications of the iPad 2 tablet. In fact, it will be held at 1PM EST and the apple store website is currently down. Maybe they are adding the iPad 2 as we speak? We’ve heard the rumors that have been spread around the internet but today those who were invited to this event will know just exactly what’s inside the iPad 2. Hopefully we will see proof and pictures following the event as well. For now, let’s discuss what we have heard and what you think about it. Is the iPad 2 even worth it?

Let me just start by saying what we think about the iPad2 compared to the original iPad, based on what the rumors say. If this iPad2 does turn out to have a front-facing camera and rear camera those are major changes right there. If not, some of us may be disappointed. It sounds like the screen may be the same size as the first iPad but the iPad2 may be lighter and also could possibly have sd card support.

One leaked image showed that the iPad2 has support for thunderbolt attachments and has expanded connectivity. What other features have you heard that may be new or updated? Do you think they will upgrade to iOS5? Some websites like iphonestalk suggest it’s a possibility.

While the iPad2 is being announced today let’s discuss what you think and have heard. Do you own an iPad currently and may be considering a new one? Do you think there will be a huge price markup from the original iPad1? Let us know your thoughts.

Tired of your iPad yet? If so, the second one will be announced very soon so maybe you will see new features and updates. If you aren’t tired of yours that’s great, keep it. Apple is holding a special media event on March 2nd, 2011 in San Francisco, according to the Wall Street Journal.

We aren’t sure who will be the speaker of the show as we all know Steve Jobs is on medical leave. Maybe Tim Cook will be the speaker. We will know the day it happens. It doesn’t really matter who’s giving the speech though does it? As long as we get correct information I think things will be fine, don’t you?

So far, analysts expect the iPad 2 to be thinner than the first iPad and feature an improved display, as well as front-facing camera and Facetime video chat support. There is a rumor going around that it may be powered by one of Qualcomm’s multimode chips and will run on both GSM and CDMA-based networks around the world.

Are these features you’d like to see? What other things would you love to have in an iPad 2 that the current one doesn’t support? Leave your comments in the box below.

Source: BGR