Computers Killer aps for the iPhone? - Page 11

**BigRedChief** · 09-09-2009, 02:11 PM

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Originally Posted by KC Fish

Essentially, you're replacing the iPhone firmware with a custom one that allows for a whole new world of flexibility and customization for your iPhone. And before you start thinking of terrible legal repercussions, jailbreaking your phone is not currently illegal, but it could void your warranty if you're really really stupid about it. In normal cases, it's very hard to actually void your warranty due to jailbreaking, as the jailbreak can be easily removed and your phone will be back to normal state in a matter of minutes. The US Copyright office currently has an exemption for jailbreaking, but Apple is still trying to fight it. There's a court date sometime in the future, but Apple is not expected to win. So jailbreaking is free and legal. And jailbreaking doesn't mean stealing software. You can jailbreak your iPhone and still pay for applications like you always have(if you so choose). Of course, there are sources available for installing any and all applications you would find in the App Store, and with a jailbroken phone you will not be charged for the app at all, but that's a matter between you and your conscience. There are plenty of reasons to jailbreak other than free software though. And some of the software that's only available on jailbroken iPhonse still requires payment.

Here's a decent article about just some of the advantages of jailbreaking...

http://www.simonblog.com/2008/10/05/...lbreak-iphone/

If you have any other questions about it, let me know.

Which is illegal, isn't it?

patteeu · 09-09-2009, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by BigRedChief

Which is illegal, isn't it?

He says in his post that it's "not currently illegal".

**BigRedChief** · 09-09-2009, 09:11 PM

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Originally Posted by patteeu

He says in his post that it's "not currently illegal".

key word, currently. Much like downloading music, gambling online etc. at least thats what I hear. They will go after the jailbreakers.

Fish · 09-09-2009, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by BigRedChief

Which is illegal, isn't it?

Which part?

The jailbreak is perfectly legal. The US Copyright Office agrees. See here: http://www.eff.org/files/filenode/dm...Bproposals.pdf

If you take your jailbroken phone to the Apple store, and they happen to identify a jailbroken app they can void your iPhone warranty. But that's all they can do. And if you jailbreak, and then you have problems, you can just remove the jailbreak in a matter of minutes if you have to take it to the store and they will have no way to tell it was ever jailbroken.

Downloading paid apps for free isn't legal, but that's not required to jailbreak. Most jailbreak app authors actually encourage paying for whatever app you use. I included a pic a page or so back where a jailbreak app was encouraging "moral introspection and caution" when dealing with an untrustworthy jailbreak sources that may be distributing copyrighted work.

It's akin to buying a Toyota vehicle, and having Toyota tell you that you can only have it worked on at the Toyota dealership. That's the simplest explanation I've been given.

Like I said, Apple is trying to fight it, but they're not going to win. It's currently legal, and I fully expect it to stay that way.

The Rick · 09-09-2009, 02:57 PM

Sweet...Madden NFL 10 for iPhone ($7.99) released today!

http://www.eamobile.com/Web/iphone-games/madden-10

Silock · 09-09-2009, 09:10 PM

Chipotle ordering app.

LOL

Gonna get me in so much trouble.

Silock · 09-09-2009, 09:13 PM

So what? It's still not illegal.

Silock · 09-10-2009, 02:16 AM

FLICK ****ING FISHING

Can't... stop... playing...

Skyy God · 09-11-2009, 02:53 PM

In no particular order, here are some apps I've recently discovered or use a lot.

Text Plus - The recipients have to send texts to a number rather than your name, but otherwise it's a solid free texting app.

Around Me - A lifesaver for finding a specific store or type of store while traveling.

Skype - Bulletproof VOIP (over wireless) and a $3/month unlimited plan.

Inside Redbox - Allows you to see titles at specific machines and the relevant promo codes.

Yahoo FFL app - Haven't used it much... just came out.

The Public Radio block - NPR Addict (probably the best), Public Radio, NPR News (new), and KCRW (based in LA, great music).

Fish · 09-11-2009, 03:02 PM

Anybody tried ESPN Fantasy Football 2009 app yet? Not the draft kit, the actual team management app...

http://www.cellfanatic.com/2009/09/0...for-the-iphone

Looks very cool, but I'd like to know if it's actually worth $5.... It's gotten some poor reviews, but it looks like those are from idiots who can't operate it.

Skyy God · 09-11-2009, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by KC Fish

Anybody tried ESPN Fantasy Football 2009 app yet? Not the draft kit, the actual team management app...

http://www.cellfanatic.com/2009/09/0...for-the-iphone

Looks very cool, but I'd like to know if it's actually worth $5.... It's gotten some poor reviews, but it looks like those are from idiots who can't operate it.

ESPN charges for their app? Phftttttt.

KevB · 09-11-2009, 04:19 PM

CBS Sports finally has their fantasy football app up and running (and it's free).

**007** · 09-12-2009, 03:00 AM

Hanoi is pretty good but I have gotten myself stuck at level 9.

DBOSHO · 09-12-2009, 10:41 AM

dont know if this has been posted yet but...

the "i am tpain" app is freakin sweet. its a voice recorder but it puts it in autotune.

Skyy God · 09-13-2009, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by DBOSHO

dont know if this has been posted yet but...

the "i am tpain" app is freakin sweet. its a voice recorder but it puts it in autotune.

If they had anything other than terrible T-Pain songs, I might consider it.

09-09-2009, 02:57 PM	#5
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Silock MVP Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Overland Park Casino cash: $10020882	So what? It's still not illegal.
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Skyy God 11-5, baby Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Livin the dream Casino cash: $2191557	In no particular order, here are some apps I've recently discovered or use a lot. Text Plus - The recipients have to send texts to a number rather than your name, but otherwise it's a solid free texting app. Around Me - A lifesaver for finding a specific store or type of store while traveling. Skype - Bulletproof VOIP (over wireless) and a $3/month unlimited plan. Inside Redbox - Allows you to see titles at specific machines and the relevant promo codes. Yahoo FFL app - Haven't used it much... just came out. The Public Radio block - NPR Addict (probably the best), Public Radio, NPR News (new), and KCRW (based in LA, great music).
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DBOSHO trap champ Join Date: Mar 2009 Casino cash: $10004900	dont know if this has been posted yet but... the "i am tpain" app is freakin sweet. its a voice recorder but it puts it in autotune. __________________ Orginator of the group repost
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