Apple has a major grip on the portable media device market. Not even Microsoft can do much to get a big piece of the market share. Perhaps Apple believes in striking while the iron is hot, and as a result, the company launched the iPhone. While it did not have the same magic that the iPod had upon its release, the iPhone has enough features that made people take notice.

The biggest draw of the iPhone is the user interface. It has a minimalistic design, which makes it very unique. There’s just nothing like it when it was released to the public. It is loaded with so many features that people start to wonder if it is really a phone, or a handheld computer.

Truth be told, the most boring feature of the iPhone is actually the phone feature. It just does what does – make and receive phone calls. What users are more concerned about are the other fine features that set the iPhone apart from other phones in its class.

Since the iPhone is packed with so many geeky features, it’s important to be in the loop and get the latest iPhone updates. This is because the first few batches of the iPhones have had some bug issues. There have been reports of the phone hanging and crashing when third party applications are installed and loaded. Apple is very much aware of the problem and have immediately put things in motion to remedy the problem.

The solution is to upgrade the software that runs the iPhone. Now, if you are aware of the latest iPhone updates, you will be one of the first users to take advantage of the upgrades. When you upgrade your iPhone to the latest software version, you can get rid of the bugs. What’s more you can get loads of new features that were added to improve the performance of your iPhone.

The latest software version is 2.1, wherein it made the iPhone more stable and even more packed with features. Some of the features include: improved battery life; reduced time to backup to iTunes; improved email reliability; improved text messaging; faster loading and searching; bug fixes for third party applications; and genius playlist creation; to name a few.

Upgrading to the latest software version is also a cinch. All you need to do is to connect your iPhone to your computer using iTunes 8. It’s pretty much the same as when updating the music library in your iPod. It’s quick and convenient. You don’t have to worry about technical details because iTunes 8 does all the work for you.

Now, the only way to know if there upgrades is to be on the lookout for the latest iPhone updates. Apple will normally update you, but then again, news travel faster on the Internet, so you may want to go to sites that have information of the latest iPhone updates.

If you are not aware of the upgrades and other changes, you will be missing out on much of the improvements on your iPhone. You don’t want to have the most high-tech phone and not utilize the power of the latest software. The iPhone is too pricey to be stuck in software version 1.x.

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The iPhone, a gadget we all love to hate but we all have it. Maybe it is because of its sexy exterior shell that screams “Hey look at me I look good and I am so sophisticated!” that we cannot get enough of this locked phone but who knows what other peoples’ motives are for keeping this much talked about phone in their belt clips. In any case, a question in mind of most iPhone users is: “What are the latest iPhone updates in this side of the galaxy?”

Latest iPhone updates litter the internet and if you look at your favorite search engine and type the words “latest iPhone updates” on the search bar, you will get more than a hundred thousand hits that is for sure. Here are some of the latest iPhone updates in a brief listing.

Update # 1: Sequence 1.1

This is an application made for us by App4Mac and it was re-released just recently for an updated version. If you have bought it before, the update is free. It is available in English, Chinese and French.

What this little utility can do is fairly simple. It can capture a screen shot of your videos and it also has its record function.

Update # 2: iPhone Forensics

This is actually a book made by Jonathan Zdiarski. It is a book that basically says that even if you have deleted information in your iPhone, you will still be able to uncover the deleted file. It’s like CSI for iPhones.

Update # 3: World Tour for iPhone Technology

If Madonna has her recent world tour, so does the iPhone technology team. Basically the Apple team wants to take the Apple data to our very homes, we need not go to them, they will go to us.

Sweet.

The Apple people will be bringing the handset’s application development knowledge to our cities so we can learn about the tools to make easy to use and relevant applications.

Update # 4: Car Charger for the iPhone by Kensington

The maker of laptop locks and other tech tools accessories has also tapped into the iPhone community by making the Car Charger. This will ensure that your favorite tool is charged to its fullest. And for those who want more than charging, Kensington also offers the aptly named Car Charger Deluxe that charges, offers a secure place for the handset and a swivel able dock so you can easily view and change your tunes while driving.

Update # 5: CTC anyone?

A fantastic iPhone application for all chat-a-holics out there is fring. This is an IM software that can be downloaded in the App Store. This will finally allow us to IM our contacts via Yahoo! Messenger, ICQ, Twitter, Skype, MSN, AIM and Google Talk. And to make the deal even better, this app also allows for cheaper voice calls through Wi-Fi.

These are just some of the latest iPhone updates that were launched for this month alone. These are all fantastic addition to a very capable and ready handset.

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Apple’s iPhone has been the subject of the media and tech forums for the past two or so years it has been in the market. Maybe because of the fact that no other phone looks as sexy as it does (sort of like the Motorola Razr craze of 2007-2008). In any case, iPhone team has to always be on top of its game as BlackBerry is about to release the BlackBerry Storm, the company’s answer to the iPhone. HP also has its own version of an iPhone terminator with a touch screen line of the iPaq Smart Phone. iPhone and friends better watch out and fork out more tools for the iPhone or else.

So how is the iPhone doing these days? Are there latest iPhone updates that will keep the loyal customers loyal? Here are some of the latest iPhone updates that will either hit or miss the iPhone consumer’s pallet.

First, H2O audio has released a very unique item for divers, swimmers and basically water crazy consumers of the iPhone. The people behind H2O made waterproof headphones and arm bands for the iPhone that can withstand water pressure up until 3.6 meters. It even has a touch screen window so you can operate your iPhone to the fullest while under water.

Second, you can now include fring to your iPhone. This third party app will let you to instant message your contacts in YM, Skype, MSN, Google Talk, Twitter, ICQ among others while on the go. Talk about being connected 24/7. No need to say “BRB” to your pals.

Third, you can now make the iPhone a versatile pocket personal computer with a huge number of useful applications available in the App Store. These applications are the latest iPhone updates that may sell very well to those who use the iPhone beyond mere communicating and beyond playing music.

Fourth, for those always on the go that regular iPhone cases are not working, Case-Mate made an “electrolastic” membrane protector that will enclose your iPhone to protect it from mishaps like scratches, nicks and others. All the while still making the iPhone’s screen very accessible. Perfect for the outdoorsy people.

Fifth, for the Facebook fanatics out there, a latest version of the Facebook application for iPhone was released. The sleeker looking updated application now looks more like the computer version. This third party app has a better notification system, better search tool, a mini-feed and it also has a photo tagging option among other features.

Sixth, another application that will make iPhone users wild is the iBluSky. This application allows one to cut and paste or copy and paste items, topics, pictures on your iPhone! Makes emailing a whole lot faster.

Seventh, for work buffs, a great iPhone application now available is the Spreadsheet. The name of the application may not be too exciting but it finally allows one to create spreadsheets of the iPhone and then open it to your PC at home in MS Excel. It still has its bugs according to some users but it’s a start.

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Back when Apple kept the iPhone under wraps, fanatics the world over clamored for more information about the once tightly-guard secret. More than a year after its launch, the iPhone still hog the headlines and users continue to be on the lookout for the latest iPhone updates.

The iPhone is loaded with features, some of which needs a little bit of getting used to. The main appeal of the iPhone is its user interface. It effectively blends all the features in a seamless fashion, making your experience as painless as possible. What’s more, it makes using your phone more enjoyable.

Keeping track of the latest iPhone updates will help you improve the performance of your unit. If you are one of the users who got the first batches of the iPhone units, you might have experienced some bugs in the early days. This is quite common especially for electronic devices. There’s no reason to panic. There’s even no need to call Apple and complain endlessly.

To address the bug issues, Apple released the new iPhone 2.1 software update. With the new software, all known bug have been fixed for good. What’s more, you can enjoy several improvements to make your iPhone experience even more satisfying.

The 2.1 software update is very easy to use. All you need to do is connect your iPhone to your computer using iTunes 8. On the interface, just click on “check for update” and it will automatically load the new iPhone software. The update is very similar to when you are updating songs in your iPod. It’s so easy and very convenient. You don’t even have to worry about much of the technicalities.

Now, what do you get when you upgrade to the new 2.1 software? Well, it has a long list of improvements, which will make you all go giddy. In general, the software update gives your iPhone improved performance overall. You can immediately see in when send text messages. It also boasts of even faster loading and searching for contacts. It also fixed the bugs that cause the iPhone to hang and crash when many third party applications are used. This is in addition to the faster installation of the said applications.

One of the features that made a lot of users happy is the significant improvement in battery life. This means more power to use the applications you have installed in your iPhone. The software update also added an option to wipe out data after 10 failed passcode attempts. This means increased security in case your iPhone falls into the wrong hands.

You can just imagine what you are missing out on if you are not aware of the latest iPhone updates. If you are stuck with old software version, you will not be able to enjoy the improvements that Apple has added in the package.

It makes perfect sense that Apple makes these bug fixes and improvements, considering the iPhone is on the pricey side. It’s the least they can do their loyal customers.

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The 2008 British Technology Awards winner iPhone has oodles of updates that sedate and excite the multitude of iPhone users around the globe. Latest iPhone updates range from making the hardware more user friendly to making it more of a pocket PC than a mere mobile phone that can play mean sounds.

And now, what other latest iPhone updates are being concocted for this one of a kind mobile and multimedia phone that took the world by a storm and shook a lot of Blackberry users to switch to a sleeker and sexier gadget?

Well, one update that I cannot get over with which may not be much of an update to some is that Apple officially told the world about third party applications not only for the iPhone but also for the iTouch.

Steve Jobs actually made this shout out to the Apple iPhone community back in 2007 when he placed a note on the “Apple Hot News” site. He said that they will be having and SDK sent to the developers and that they are also rooting for the development of third party applications for the iPhone.

Steve Jobs, if you only knew how much everyone else is also “rooting” (actually a better term is clamoring) for third party apps for your wonderfully designed gadget.

He continued to say that they are all very enthusiastic in having a community of developers for said third party apps for us to have bucket loads of applications to use. The iPhone, he said, is perfect for third party apps due to its powerful capacity, state of the art software and touch screen capability.

We could not agree more. The iPhone is really ripe for the picking, even from the start, for developers to go wild and offer us Apple ready applications so we can drive this mobile platform to maximize its potential and suit our daily communication, multimedia and work needs.

Steve Jobs backpedaled to the reason why it took a long time for them to finally release the SDK to the developers back in February because they were making sure that the platform will become resistant to the terrors of the non-Mac platforms – viruses, spy ware and other malicious wares.

This platform will be requiring something that Nokia also requires, a so-called “digital signature” that makes applications confirm that they are from a reputable source or developer.

Of course, the third party applications for the iPhone and the iTouch will still need to go through rigorous testing by Apple and will be controlled by them. These applications, once developed will also most likely be sold only through the iTunes hub or stores.

This and many more latest iPhone updates are being concocted by the Apple people to keep us iPhone users excited and keep our iPhone by our belt side. Although the iPhone’s somewhat limited capacity (relative to other top generation phones) keeps on tempting us to get it unlocked, it is on its way to becoming the versatile mobile phone of our wildest imagination.

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