my iphone

Apple released the latest version of iOS for the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch today. The update is a maintenance release that addresses several bugs and problems reported in iOS 4.3. The iOS 4.3.1 update fixes the graphics glitch that was experienced by some iPod touch fourth generation owners and fixes intermittent cellular activation problems with the iPhone 4. Other minor bug fixes include an image flicker issue with the new Apple digital AV adapter and authentication problems with select enterprise web services. The update is available now and can be downloaded using the Update feature within iTunes.

Mobile video company Qik, which has been acquired by Skype, launched a new iPhone app called Qik Video Connect, enabling people to stay connected with friends and family through video calling, video messaging and video sharing.

We all know how the video calling and video messaging work, so I’ll talk a bit about video sharing. It [video sharing] allows users to post a live video link to Facebook and Twitter so friends can watch the moment as it is being recorded. Moreover, Qik creates a social video feed so your buddies can easily follow your whereabouts.

The application is available in two versions, one of which (Qik Video Connect Plus) is not free. Those 3 bucks get you additional features, such as real-time effects (7 effects and filters), basic video editing and HD quality video support.

Both the Qik Video Connect and Connect Plus apps enable live video chat over 3G or WiFi between iPhones, iPod Touches and iPads with built-in cameras…

Qik Video Connect (FREE) [iTunes link]
Qik Video Connect PLUS ($2.99) [iTunes link]

There is certainly no shortage of messaging apps for the iPhone. Disco Messenger by Google now joins the ranks of Beluga, GroupMe, Fast Society, WhatsApp, Kik Messenger and others for messaging platforms available for Apple’s smartphone. When will it ever stop?

Disco Messenger was created by a company called Slide, which was purchased by Google late last summer. The messaging app uses text messaging to get messages through, so if you’re going to spring for this thing, be sure to have an unlimited SMS plan. You can create groups, add friends and just go nuts annoying everyone with random messages.

The app will give you a new number to text when you when you sign up, sort of like some of the international messaging apps available for the iPhone, that will be used when you’re sending messages to your friends.

If you’ve tried the dozens of other messaging apps for the iPhone, but weren’t satisfied, give this one a try. It’s free and available in the iTunes App Store now.

[Via: iTunes]

Location-based service provider TeleNav is now offering its GPS navigation app for free for the iPhone 4 users. The application includes free maps and local search with more than 22 million Places that are continually updated and include details such as ratings, reviews and merchant information.

For the first 30 days after downloading, customers will also get access to advanced navigation features, such as spoken turn-by-turn directions and 3D moving maps. After the period, you can continue using the advanced navigation features for a pay-as-you-go cost of $2.99 per month or $21.99 per year. Alternatively, there’s also the option to “stay free” and use only GPS map and local search capabilities.

The new offer comes on the heels of the recent TeleNav’s deal with Verizon Wireless, which allows the carrier’s customers to get navigation for less – $19.99 for one year of service if downloaded before March 31st. Verizon is offering TeleNav’s service to its iPhone 4 and Android users…

Navigation by TeleNav (FREE) [iTunes link]