iPhone 1.1.2 Software Update Released!

Posted on November 12th, 2007 in Apple, Computers, wireless | 3 Comments »

I have the latest 8GB Apple iPhone with Jailbreak installed, Summerboard & Customize both running. I have just run all updated within my Jailbreak Installer and now will attempt the Apple released 1.1.2 update, I’ll let you know how it goes in a few!

 BTW I just made a backup as well, LOL!

UPDATE (11/13/2007 @ 11:30PM): I remembered that I had installed OktoPrep on my iPhone which was located within the installer under 1.1.1 Tweaks. Because I installed that before upgrading to 1.1.2, my iPhone is ready for the latest Jailbreak!!

What I did from here was downloaded the latest Jailbreak from Conceited Software, extracted the files, and ran (while my iPhone is connected and all itunes services are stopped) the app (windows or mac files are included). After it installed I turned off my phone and turned it back on; I clicked the “ok” in the Jailbreak Complete! pop up and then it rebooted it again. Now I have a iPhone v1.1.2 + Jailbreak running perfectly!!

Let me know if you have any questions!

StuffSafe.com - Online Home Inventory Software

Posted on October 12th, 2007 in Computers | 2 Comments »

Chris Pirillo recently blogged about his choice on home inventory software solutions. As much as I agree with Chris that StuffSafe is a good alternative to installed software on your computer (redundancy, ability to use anywhere), I do have some concerns with security (or lack there of) and who is behind StuffSafe.com.

As a registered user of StuffSafe I am asked (not required) to enter personal information including my home address and insurance information. Now let’s say you load your online home inventory database with all your furniture, jewelry, electronics, and other personal effects. You provide StuffSafe with your home address and even your insurance information; would you give this information to a complete stranger? Well that’s what your doing.

StuffSafe is not secured by any security risk assessment companies like HackerSafe and from what I can see they have no privacy policy verified or approved by company like Information Shield or Trust-e. What stops them (StuffSafe) or hackers from accessing and using this information against you? Who’s to say that StuffSafe is not a couple of thieves that came up with an Oceans 14 type grand scheme (which is such a freaking good idea, LOL)?

I know your probably thinking that I am totally overreacting but I think I do have a valid point. I wouldn’t use their services for the lack of security and also because I wouldn’t give this information out to anyone outside of my attorney. I would take the time to read a little bit deeper into online services like StuffSafe before signing up and giving them all of your information, you never know how your information will be stored and who will see it.

StuffSafe’s Privacy Policy regarding security (10/12/2007 @ 12:50am):

SECURITY
StuffSafe operates secure data networks protected by industry standard firewall and password protection systems. Our security and privacy policies are periodically reviewed and enhanced as necessary and only authorized individuals have access to the information provided by our customers
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That doesn’t leave a warm and fuzzy feeling in my stomach… ” yes but there is no guarantee on the box!