The issue is an obvious one that only seems to affect 10.5.2 and the fix is very simple, its the firewall that is causing the issue. Within System Preferences under the Security section, tab to Firewall and set it too “Allow all incoming connections”, this will then magically fix the DHCP issue, now the internet connection is working it can be updated to the latest version of Leopard (10.5.8)

• New iPods (Nano, Touch)
• iTunes 9.0 (Social)
• Apple TV Update
• Steve Jobs to take the stage
• The Beetles available iTunes
• No Tablet (yet)

Will we see new iPods with cameras? How about iTunes 9 with some whiz-bang new social networking features?

You can re-use redsn0w v0.8 we released a few weeks ago to jailbreak today’s 3.0.1 update. Just let iTunes update or restore you to official 3.0.1 then run redsn0w. The only “trick” is that when redsn0w asks you to identify the IPSW used, point it at the 3.0 IPSW instead of the 3.0.1 one. After the jailbreak, reinstall ultrasn0w 0.9 if you need the unlock.

1. Download aptbackup in Cydia this backs up a list of all the applications you have downloaded. Run the back up within aptbackup and then sync your iPhone to to iTunes (to backup within iTunes).
2. Update your firmware via iTunes. Once the installation is complete load up redsn0w.
3. When redsn0w asks for your IPSW browse and select the 3.0 firmware file (presuming you still have it on file, if not you can download it here)
4. Jailbreak.
5. Restore your applications using the aptbackup backup.

This is the method i’ve been using and it seems to work well.

1. Edit the httpd.conf file, at /private/etc/apache2/httpd.conf
2. Edit the file (you can use Pico “sudo pico httpd.conf”) and search for LoadModule php5_module
3. Uncomment the line that says #LoadModule php5_module (Delete the #)
4. Save
5. Stop and start the web server in the control panel

Forbidden: 403 Error
You dont have permissions to access localhost/~juo

Strange I thought, the fix is pretty simple though.

1. Edit the httpd.conf file, at /private/etc/apache2/httpd.conf
2. Edit the file (you can use Pico “sudo pico httpd.conf”) and search for <Directory />
3. Change the line that says Deny from all to Allow from all
4. Save
5. Stop and start the web server in the control panel

The answer? Standardize with Micro-USB.

Along with Apple; Motorola, LG, NEC, Qualcomm, Research in Motion, Samsung and Texas Instruments have also signed the agreement. Together they are accountable for around 90% of the phones sold/used in Europe.

I think instead of changing the dock style connector Apple has been using since the dawn of the iPod they will simply offer an adaptor to go from the dock connector to Micro-USB for charging purposes, which is fine by me.

Or next to the dock connecter Apple could include a Micro-USB connection in the next generation iPhones. It wouldn’t negatively affect the overall design of the phone one bit and I’m not in a habit of looking at the base of my phones anyway.

I’m really excited about it and think its only a good thing for all involved, manufacturers and end users. Finally you’ll be able to charge your mobile at a family or friend’s house without hassle.

Full story: Reuters reports

Using Automator I made a plugin that watches a folder (Music) and automatically adds anything new that gets put in there, into iTunes.

Here are the steps:

1. Open up Automator and create a new workflow using the ‘Custom’ option.
2. Drag ‘Import Files into iTunes’ into your workflow.
3. Select ‘Existing Playlist’ and ‘Library’ in the drop-downs.
4. Save the created workflow as a Plug-in
   • Name the plugin
   • Select Folder Action
   • Pick the folder you want to watch

Screenshot of automater script.

Automator will now automatically add new music to your iTunes library.

Oh and if you’re unfortunate enough to be a Windows, iTunes user there is a simple GUI tool available.

Enjoy