iPhone / iTouch Firmware 2.2.1 No or Intermittent WiFi issues:

Some iPhones / iTouchs have experienced No or Intermittent WiFi (wireless ethernet) connectivity.

This issue largely appears after upgrading the firmware to the newest 2.1.1 version.

The theory developed here on Apple's own forums, largely by posters like ScottieWil and Baldwind00 seem to indicate three intertwining issues:

1) The firmware apparently uncaps the WiFi chip, increasing the download speed of the device.

2) The WiFi chip working harder, generates more heat.

3) As LiPo battery ages, the current draw and capacity may fluctuate -aggravated by the WiFi chip drawing more power, and the device heating up more.

4) Further, if the device is squeezed, the back panel may compress tiny metal 'fingers' angled to contact the WiFi chip designed to aid in dissipating heat to a metal panel inside.

Read the Forum for the details.

If the device is in warranty, take/send it to Apple:

If the WiFi is flaky, it may be easier to demonstrate if the battery charge is between 50% and 80% -see the link above or below to the forum....

If the device is out of warranty:

Briefly, one can try to lessen the effects by: (In increasing risk and difficulty)

1) Turn off the auto-brightness. (Saves battery draw.)

2) Turn off Bluetooth when not in use. (Saves battery draw.)

3) Keep the device cool; place on a cool, dry surface. (The device has water indicators inside the headphone and dock openings, water -even from condensation [by placing the device in the freezer -even in a sealed bag] should to be avoided, as this may foul the indicators.)

4) Disassembly is not recommended, however carefully and slightly bending the tiny metal 'fingers' down to better contact the WiFi chip may dissipate heat better.

5) Add a very thin layer of high-quality heat-sync compound to the WiFi chip. (Only if you understand electronics -too thick is as bad as no compound.)

6) Replace the battery. (Provides longer and more stable current.)

Hopefully a solution will be presented, through software to throttle back the WiFi perhaps, or a firmware update.

Thanks to the tireless posters who spent countless hours troubleshooting this issue.

Apple has an amazing user base, and this thread is exceptionally professional and helpful.

http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=1960969

Universal Remote Control Reference Sites:

We have received numerous requests for remote control help.

At this time, we are unable to maintain this topic.

Please follow these links a more focused discussions / code listings:

http://www.urcsupport.com/index.php

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/

http://www.hifi-remote.com/forums/

http://www.bobvila.com/Global/FAQ/Detail-93.html

http://remotecodelist.com/remotes/

http://www.remotecentral.com/index.html

Comcast Motorola DVR 30 second commercial skip and 15 second rewind:

Use this sequence to program the Comcast Motorola DVR remote control to skip recorded (or delayed) programs 30 seconds forward at a time:

Note: in some systems PAGE UP is programmed for 30 second forward skip, while in others it may be programmed for a 5 minute forward skip.

• Press the CABLE button.

• Press and hold the SETUP button until the 'cable' light blinks twice.

• Type 9 9 4. The 'cable' light should blink twice.

• Press SETUP.

• Type 0 0 1 7 3

• Press the button you want to assign the 30-second skip command to; ex, A, B, or perhaps C (the "Lock" buttons directly under the "DVR" buttons on the remote).

Use this sequence to program the Comcast Motorola DVR remote control to skip backward 15 seconds at a time:

Note: In some systems, the PAGE DOWN button is programmed for a 15 second rewind, while in others, it may be programmed for a 5 minute rewind.

• Press the CABLE button.

• Press and hold the SETUP button until the 'cable' light blinks twice.

• Type in the code 9 9 4. The 'cable' light will again blink twice.

• Press (don't hold) the SETUP button.

• Type in the code 0 0 1 7 9.

• Press whatever button you want to assign the 15-second back command to; ex: A, B, or perhaps C (under the "Lock" buttons directly below the "DVR" buttons on the remote).

5-Layer Keyboard for [Hacked] iPhone / iTouch!

The original keyboard is still available, toggled by the globe icon (left of the Space bar):

The new layout; touch the '123' button to toggle the top row:

The new layout; touch the 'up arrow' (above the '123' button) to toggle special characters:

Another fine BigBoss release which enables five layer keyboards!

"5-Row QWERTY Keyboard" is installed through Cydia.

• Yes, it will conflict with overlays such as 'Antique Brass Keyboard'.

iPhone / iTouch OS 2 Reference Screen Shots: Network

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Mac OS X 10.5 Reference Screen Shots: Network

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Mac OS X 10.4 Reference Screen Shots: Network

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Mac OS X 10.3 Reference Screen Shots: Network

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Mac OS X 10.2 Reference Screen Shots: Network

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Google Wireless iPhone Syncing!

Google has launched a beta** of it's wireless syncing!

*Backup your device first, it will erase your information initially.*

Click here for the web site!



** a few limitations exist, it is in beta.