Apple has released a table showing features of firmware 3.0 that all three iPhones support: iPhone, iPhone 3G and iPhone 3G S.

Here is the comparison:
























These are more of software restrictions. Like the 1st gen iPhone can support MMS and Tethering, but Apple has disabled it to bring out more differences in the iPhones.

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The DevTeam has finally released the PwnageTool for Firmware 3.0. You can now Activate, Unlock and Jailbreak your iPhones and iPod touches to firmware 3.0

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Apple has just released the most-awaited firmware 3.0 !



Compatibility:

iPhone (1st gen) - No MMS
iPhone 3G - No Video recording
iPhone 3GS - Complete compatibility!


Features:

• Cut, Copy & Paste with shake to undo
• Landscape keyboard in key applications
• Enhanced Messages application
- Send and receive photos, contacts, audio files, and location via MMS*
- Forward and delete single or multiple messages
• Added search feature in Mail, Calendar, Notes and iPod
• Spotlight search across iPhone
• Support for CalDAV and subscriptions in Calendar
• Improvements to Safari
- Performance
- HTML 5 support
- HTTP Streaming audio and video
- Auto-fill usernames and passwords
• New Voice Memos application
• Sync Notes with a Mac or PC via iTunes
• Internet Tethering over USB and Bluetooth*
• Browse and download movies, TV shows, and audiobooks from the iTunes Store**
• Stereo Bluetooth***
• Wi-Fi auto login
• Enhanced Stocks application
• More Parental Control options for Apps, Music, Movies and TV Shows
• iTunes account creation and login**
• YouTube account login and access to subscriptions, ratings and favorites**
• Shake to shuffle
• New languages, dictionaries, and keyboards
• Find my iPhone and Remote Wipe via MobileMe (subscription required)**
• Support for more Exchange policies
• Create and send Exchange meeting invitations
• Search mail on server (Exchange Server 2007 and supported IMAP servers)
• Search LDAP company directory
• VPN on demand and VPN proxy support
• Encrypted configuration profiles
• Encrypted iTunes backups
• 1,000 new developer APIs, including:
- In App Purchases
- Apple Push Notification Service
- Accessories support
- Peer to Peer Connectivity
- Embedded Maps
- iPod Library Access
• Bug fixes

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Just connect your iPhone to iTunes !

The long awaited WWDC 09 was yesterday. And it brought the anticipated news with it. To cout it short, I'll list the main WWDC highlights first and then to the iPhone updates!

WWDC 09 - What it was about

• Safari 4 - Worlds Fastest Browser
• SnowLeopard OS with SnowLeopard Server
• MobileMe Updates
• Firmware 3.0
  
• The iPhone 3G S

And now for the iPhone News

Here are the MobileMe updates:

1. Locate your iPhone on a map.
2. Display a message or play a sound on your lost iPhone.
3. Remote Wipe iPhone using MobileMe
4. View iDisk files on your iPhone

Firmware 3.0 (Due June 17th):

1. iTunes U and Movies
   
2. Improved Parental Controls
3. Tethering
4. Optimized Safari
5. HTTP Streaming Audio and Video
6. AutoFill Support
   
7. Addition Language Support
8. Find My iPhone
   
9. HTML 5 Support
10. Copy & Paste
11. Push Notification
12. Landscape View
13. Picture Messaging
14. In-App Purchase
15. Peer-to-Peer Connectivity
16. Embedding of Google Maps
17. Spotlight Search
18. Voice Memos
19. New Options for Accessories
20. Turn-by-Turn Directions
21. Scaling Video Streaming
22. Emailing Multiple Photos
23. CalDav Support
24. Notes Sync
25. Stereo Bluetooth

The new iPhone 3G S:

1. 3.0 Megapixel Camera
2. Video Recording and Editing
3. Voice Controlled
4. Compass Navigation
5. Better Battery Life

Here is the new iPhone 3G S:

A lot of rumors about stock video recording app in iPhone firmware 3.0 was being talked about. And now we have screenshots! From the screenshots obtained by MacRumors and BoyGeniusReport, its certain that firmware 3.0 will have video recording.

Here are the leaked screenshots:

Yahoo! Inc. has just released their Instant messaging application (Yahoo! Messenger) in the AppStore. The application allows users to see online and offline friends and chat with them. Offline friends will get the messages when they go online. It also has the ability to chat with friends who are using Yahoo! messenger on their mobile phone using SMS.

Yahoo! Messenger is available as a FREE download in the AppStore.

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Here are some screenshots:

As expected, Skype has hit AppStore! It can be download for FREE. Users can use Skype over WiFi/3G/EDGE for IM messaging and need WiFi for making calls. Users have reported that the voice clarity is good as the computer version.

Here are some screenshots:













Get it now (iTunes Link)

Waiting for an official Skype app for your iPhone? Well, the wait is over. After several rumors about the upcoming Skype app, CNET has confirmed that Skype will be announcing the app on March 31. The Skype app will allow users to send/recieve calls, access Skype contacts and view their account information. SMS support is unknown.
However, the app might work only on WiFi as 3G support might be an issue with network carriers.

More details will posted as news unfolds...

AT&T has just confirmed that they will now be selling Contract-Free iPhones! You you can get an iPhone 3G without signing the 2 year contract, just like the older iPhone 2G. However, the iPhone will be locked to AT&T and you will be able to use it only with their SIM. But if you are looking forward to unlocking it, then this is it.

The Contract-Free iPhones are steeply priced at US$ 400 additional to the cost of the iPhone with contract. That makes it US$ 600 for the 8 Gig version and US$ 700 for the 16 Gig version.

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As expected, Apple just unveiled firmware 3.0. The new firmware has tons of great features. Some are basic and had to be present right from the start, but they are finally there now. Most importnat features are.... You guessed right. Firmware 3.0 has MMS support and Cut/Copy/Paste! Thanks Apple, you finally realized that people do need Copy and Paste!!


Here is a complete list of features:

• MMS
• Copy ans Paste
• SMS Forwarding
• CalDAV support
• Landscape SMS and Mail
• Notes Sync
• YouTube Accounts
• Create iTunes account from iPhone

However, this firmware will not support iPhone 2G, its only for the iPhone 3G and iPod touch.

This firmware will unlock the Bluetooth in the 3nd gen iPod touch.

Here are a few highlights of the event:

• iPhone 3.0 Firmware
• iPhone Accessories
• Paid AppStore
• iPhone Accessories
• Push Notification System
• New SDK with tons of API features

A few snapshots of the event: