Hide icons on iPhone 4

If you are new to jailbreak on your iPhone, then it is time to explore some of the new tweaks available with the jailbreak. 

One of the things that I always wanted to do with my iPhone is to lock certain app when opened. While there are other ways to do it after jailbreak, those steps require money. I decided to look for ways to hide certain apps on my iPhone so that the icon will not appear and with SBSetting, it could easily be done.


Here are the steps to hide icons on iPhone 4:

First of all, you have to make sure that you have jailbreak your iPhone 4.

After that, go to SBSettings:

Now, if you want to hide the icons for SBSettings, click onto it and you will see the following page:

The option show icon is slide to OFF to hide the SBSettings. You will still be able to find the SBSettings using the iPhone Search button.

When you scroll down the page, you will find the System Wide Options. Press on the Hide Icons option.

From there, you will be able to see all the apps available on your homescreen. Scroll it to OFF will hide the menu from your homescreen.

Once you have done that, reboot your iPhone 4 and then you will be able to hide these apps.

Well, not many people will purposely search for the apps from the Search function. In fact, none of my friends ever look at that when they play with my iPhone. All they do is browse through the available apps they see on the homepage.

iPhone 4 VS iPhone 4S

It is finally happen. The latest generation of Iphone is out, but it is not the iPhone 5 as many of us speculated. All the hype about the most up to date generation of the Iphone comes to an end with slight disappointment from the consumers as well as from the Wall Street. Well, we can see that the shares drop to 350ish level when it announced the iPhone 4S.


So, what is the most closely kept secret about the iPhone 5? There isn't one - yet. The new iPhone might be a little bit faster, has a better camera and allows you to sync content without needing a computer. It includes a futuristic, voice-activated service that responds to spoken commands and questions such as "Do I need an umbrella today?". But the real question is, do the current iPhone users need to upgrade to the iPhone 4S?

Anyway, back to the topic. I am comparing the iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S at the moment, and will be comparing the iPhone 4S with the current "king" of smartphone, Samsung Galaxy S2 in the near future.

	iPhone 4S	iPhone 4
Processor	Dual-core Apple A5	Apple A4
Display	3.5-inch IPS 960 x 640	3.5-inch IPS 960 x 640
Primary camera	8 megapixel AF with flash and f/2.4 aperture	5 megapixel AF with flash
Secondary Camera	VGA at 30fps	VGA
Video Recording	1080p at 30fps, optional iMovie	720p at 30fps, optional iMovie
Cellular	Hybrid GSM / CDMA "World Phone", Bluetooth 4.0	Quadband GSM, pentaband HSPA
WiFi	802.11b/g/n	802.11b/g/n
Orientation sensing	Accelerometer, digital compass, gyroscope	Accelerometer, digital compass, gyroscope
Facetime	Yes	Yes
SIM	Micro Sim	Micro Sim
Battery life	Up to 8 hours talk time on 3G 14 hours talk time on 2G Up to 6 hours data on 3G Up to 9 hours data on WiFi Up to 40 hours audio Up to 10 hours video	Up to 7 hours talk time on 3G, 14 hours on 2G Up to 10 hours data on WiFi Up to 40 hours audio Up to 10 hours video
Weight	140 grams / 4.9 oz	137 grams / 4.8 oz.
Dimension	115.2 x 58.6 x 9.3mm	115.2 x 58.6 x 9.3mm

[GAMES] Angry Birds (RIO)

Alright, I am not a gamer but since YenLeng and some of my friends are playing Angry Bird (RIO), I decided to share my thoughts about one of the most famous game for smartphone. First of all, Angry Birds is like the Halo for XBox for smartphone, all the more for iPhone. Well, I'm not saying that Angry Birds is not popular among Android users but I find it more satisfying playing the Angry Birds on my iPhone 4 than Chin Sian's HTC Desire HD or YenLeng's HTC Aria. (Probably due to the graphic and blame it on the occassional lag in the Android phones due to the advertisement...after all, there is only free version in Malaysia Android market.)

Okay...first of all, I used to ask this question: "What makes Angry Birds so addictive? I mean it is not a super good game...but why is it so popular despite the fact that Angry Birds is not a free game."

When I played Angry Birds the last few days, I find it pretty interesting. Of course, credit must be given to the cute looking birds but I guess it is because of the different ways of going through each stage. One could easily go through every stage by either freeing all the birds or killing all the monkeys...that's where I am so far. But the difficult part is probably to earn 3 stars for each stage and I think it is a good game to occupy your time when you are waiting for someone or when you have some free time on your own.

My record: all 3 stars in all stages...I make sure I only advance when I got 3 stars...

Then, of course, I realize that there are some stories actually when you passed through one episode...I'm done with the episode on the Smugglers' Den and am playing the Jungle Escape now. It's quite interesting actually.

Well, one thing for sure is that...it change my mind about Angry Birds after playing it. I won't say it is an app that one cannot live without but it is definitely a very good game...that's why it is one of the top ones you find. Ask anyone with an iPhone or an Android phone and they will tell you about Angry Birds...so if you are new to iPhone and are looking for games to buy, this is definitely the one you must go for.

[GAMES] Ninjump

Well, this is one of the games that I love to play because it's simple and easy to play while I'm waiting for bus or simply when I needed something to keep me awake. It is important especially since I have been staying up late for football matches lately.
Anyway back to this app...the interface is cute with a rather good background music...i love to play the game while wearing the headset...it gives the sort of Ninja feel.

Well, the game is pretty simple...when you press on the skin, the ninja will jump and you must avoid contact while on the move. When you jump, you will be able to kill the bird, fox and also other ninjas and rocket bombs as well.

If you manage to kill three of this in a row, then you will be able to jump higher and faster for a while. It is not a game that requires a lot of intelligence but definitely a good one when you just wanna chill and relax yourself. I got myself the highest score at 14000 plus though a friend of mine manage to make it 15k.

There are two versions, the free and the deluxe version with some additional challenge. I honestly feel that the free version is fun and good enough although I must admit the occassional lag due to the advertisement but nevertheless, it should not be a major issue.

So, if you are looking for a free game to occupy your time and help you waste your time while waiting, this is the one that I recommend you to. Simple, fun and challenging all at the same time!!

Whats app...

Well, this is probably one of the best apps that one should have after buying iPhone 4. If you are using Android phone like the one YenLeng is using in her HTC Aria, then you could actually download it for free. However, on iPhone, it will cost $0.99...not too expensive for an app that has 4.5 stars...that's how good people are rating it...and there are 89 ratings given the last time I check.

Anyway, I realized that it was really good for communication, especially if you have friends who are using smartphone and they are on data plan as well...I'm lucky to have quite a number of friends using Whats App Messenger. I could chat with people like my sister, Chiew Lian, Addie, Alicia Yap, Evon and many others....and to be honest, you wouldn't even notice it to be using your data plan...it seems like just another sms that you are receiving from your friend.


Here are some of the snapshots that I have taken:

This is the favourite menu, and from here, you could look at the people in your contacts who are using Whats App....no need to bother about adding them like how you do on MSN or other Messenger...Whats App Messenger will automatic detect the people on your contacts who are using this application, whether it is an Android phone or iPhone or even Blackberry.



It is simple to use and for those of you are using it for the first time, you might be required to fill in some details for registration but it won't really take too much of your time.

Now, just like any other Messenger, you could set a status so that others could see. If you are using it for the first time, your status will probably be like mine, informing others that you are using Whats App Messenger by saying "Hey there! I am using Whats App." Of course, you could easily change the status into some of the common ones as shown on the image above...you have an option to edit your own status, just like when you are using MSN Messenger.

The interface is easy for usage and you could easily read the messages on Whats App. When you receive any message, there will be a notification informing you of the message, just like when you use sms. The push notification is very good and it helps to connect with my friends easily.

Here is the setting for you. You could tell a friend about this application either by sms or email. In the chat settings, you could change the display name, the chat wallpaper as well as to determine if you want to allow preview to be available. You could also download the Emoji Free Emoticons...so that you could send cute emoticons to your friends. If you want to block your friends, it is also possible from the settings on the application.

Of course, I also love the application because it is so user friendly and it even allows you to choose to either broadcast the message or even have group chat. This is amazing especially for those of you who have a lot of common friends in different place. Addie is in Ipoh, Liang Hin is in Singapore, Alicia is in KL and I'm in between Ipoh and KL so it really does help by having group chat.

For those of you who are using iPod, I am sorry to say but you probably could not purchase the app from the Apple Store at this moment but if you are interested and keen on jailbreaking your iPod, it is possible for you to have the application as well although I strongly believe that jailbreaking is not as cool as purchasing the app.

Given that the social network has become so important in our community today, I believe Whats App Messenger is definitely one of the most relevant app in our community today. If you are interested in using other application to chat, you could also consider Nimbuzz, PingChat and many others. My brother has shared about Nimbuzz in his previous post so you probably can look at it again. Nevertheless, Whats App would be my number one app for now...something that I must have if I own the iPhone, which I do now...

Viber - Free Phone Calls for Iphone, Ipod Touch and Ipad

Viber is a free Iphone application that allows you to make free phone calls to another Iphone owner who has the application installed. This application is currently one of the most popular free VOIP applications that are available in the iTunes Store and Iphone users who have downloaded the application can call whenever there is Internet connection be it Wi-Fi or 3G.

Viber is not only works with Iphone but it is also compatible with other Apple products like Ipod Touch and Ipad which use iOS 4.0 or newer. For Ipod Touch 3rd generation and older, a headset with mic is required to make the phone call using Viber.


After downloading and installed Viber on the Apple device like Iphone or Ipod Touch, one will requires to setup the application by entering a mobile number so that Viber can send an activation code to the mobile number. For Iphone, the activation code will usually be send to the Iphone, while for those who are using Ipod Touch or Ipad, they will get the activation code on their mobile phone. After the activation, Viber is ready to go and one will be able to save a lot of phone call charges by calling family and friends using Viber. Extremely good when call oversea.


One of the thing that I like about Viber is I feel that the sound is better than regular phone call especially when I'm in a Wi-Fi zone where the Internet connection is fast - assuming the receiver's Internet connection is the same. In the latest version, Viber includes call quality indicator, which really do me a great deal of favour in finding the location with the strongest Wi-Fi signal.

iPhone 4

We all know about iPhone 4 but how many of us really know about what it can do? Well, I don't really know about it either until my sis bought hers...

When I was unboxing the iPhone 4, I was AWW!! haha!!

Well, to be honest, iPhone 4 is a good phone...user-friendly, smooth and it seems to be running so smoothly all the time. Then, you don't have to worry about closing applications like when you use Android or Windows Mobile (if you're still using it). 

The camera is fantastic....and my brother who previously said nothing good about iPhone seems to appreciate the camera in it and the ability of iPhone 4 to upload photos directly to social networks as well. The music is fantastic, the video is awesome...the internet browsing is simple, smooth and the pinch to zoom seems to be awesomely smooth. Although i felt that the battery life ain't as good as proclaimed by many...

Well, here are the specifications of the Iphone 4 for those of you who do not know...you could go the Apple website to look for it...I'm too lazy to write it down in my blog here... 

Iphone 4 Fever In Malaysia

As I was writing this, many Iphone fans have already rushed to subscribe to either Maxis or Digi Iphone plan. Both launched the latest Iphone from Apple nearing last weekend and it is believed that the Iphone can help boost the subscribers of both Maxis and Digi. Both telcos are offering equally competitive plans to attract existing Iphone users and new potential subscribers that are bound to join the Iphone 4 fever.

Maxis is offering four different iValue plans ranging from RM100 to RM375 for the Iphone fans to choose from. These iValue plans are actually a combination of internet plus voice plus messaging plan into one, and what is more important is that Maxis is offering competitive discount for the Iphone 4. Best of all, Maxis is also offering 24 months contract iValue 4 subscribers free Iphone 4. This means that if heavy users can actually get their Iphone for free.

iValue plans by Maxis

For existing Maxis Value Plus plan subscribers, they can just top up iData plans and then get the Iphone at a discount as well, should they feel the need to keep to their Value Plus plan.

iData plans by Digi

For Digi, the plan is pretty much simple and straight forward compares to what is offered by Maxis. Note that Digi only offers RM200 for the Iphone 4, no matter which plan that a subscriber chooses - but the plans are a lot more affordable compares to Maxis iValue plan. The lowest plan for Digi actually starts at RM63, although one can use auto-debit and then get additional RM5 discount on top of the current RM63 plan which already having RM25 discount.

Digi iPhone plans

Both Maxis and Digi are definitely pushing all out to gain more market share with Iphone fever in Malaysia. Which plans really suit you? Well, it really depends on how individual feels as both Maxis and Digi plans have slight advantage over each plan.


To understand more on Maxis iPhone 4 plan, click Maxis iPhone 4
To understand more on Digi iPhone 4 plan, click Digi iPhone 4

Apple iphone 4

If you are a fan of Apple's products, you will probably be proud of the new additional features in the iPhone 4 but with recent complaints on the antenna and proximity issues, the reputation of the loved brand might not be as strong as it used to be. Nevertheless, a lot of people love to talk about iPhone 4, including myself because it's cool.

Well, here are the addition to the coolest smartphone at the moment.

FACETIME
It helps you to video call with people who also have an iPhone. This is of course thanks to the new front camera, a new addition that many embrace and look forward to.

RETINA DISPLAY
Although I personally feel that this is over hyped by Apple's marketing team, the 3.5 inch screen of the 960 by 640 resolution definitely make graphics look extremely awesome...but really, why use retina display? it's far-fetched...

MULTITASKING DONE RIGHT
This is definitely something that is good for those who want to make use of a smartphone for proper usage besides games, cool and musics...well, Apple definitely is good at bringing things up slowly but in the right way...so a thumbs up for them here!!

HD VIDEO...
Well, if you notice, everything is about High Definition now...HD this and HD that...so it's not a surprise to know about the HD Video. With the ability to record and edit stunning video, many will be using it for video...

Well, seriously, this is one of the best smartphone available at the moment, if not the best...and you might probably wanna get a hand of it...however, I'll prefer to sit back and see if Windows Phone 7 will be able to challenge the new iPhone 4 although given the fact that there is no copy and paste functionality, Windows Phone 7 might be a generation behind. 

Anyway, iPhone 4 definitely has hit the market in the right way despite of some minor issues...