Download iPod Touch Firmware 3.1.3

The new iPhone firmware 3.1.3 is now available for iPod Touch and iPhone

, the firmware comes with various bug fixes like app launching problems, apps crashing etc, if you are on jailbroken iPod Touch/iPhone, you will have to jailbreak again with the corresponding jailbreak tools.


Download Firmware 3.1.3 for iPod Touch

iPod Touch 2G filename: iPod2,1_3.1.3_7E18_Restore.ipsw
iPod Touch 3G filename: iPod3,1_3.1.3_7E18_Restore.ipsw
iPod Touch 1G filename: iPod1,1_3.1.3_7E18_Restore.ipsw

The links may not remain alive forever so download as soon as possible. 

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Keyboard Tips for the iPod Touch

Due to its sleek and magnificent design, the iPod Touch can’t possibly have a regular QWERTY keyboard complete with keys and all the tap-tap-tappin. Instead, those geniuses at Apple have included the touch keyboard feature, where users can simply tap the keys on the touch screen to type whatever’s needed. However, just like all other features on all other devices, this one comes with some annoyances and nuisances. Here’s how to customize your iPod Touch keyboard so it’s less annoying and let’s you enjoy it the way it should be!

Start by going to the Settings icon on the iPod Touch Home screen and tap on it. Then select “General.” Find “Keyboard” towards the bottom of the list, tap on it, and you’ll be given a wide variety of options.

The “Auto-Correction” feature is turned “On” by default and will automatically correct commonly misspelled words, such as the spell check in Microsoft Word does. However, this can become irritating if you use a lot of slang so many people like to turn it off. “Auto Capitalization” is much like Auto-Correction but it will insert a capital letter in place of a small letter when it feels necessary. Again, it today’s world of texting and computer lingo, this can be frustrating so it’s one people commonly customize and turn off.

“Enable Caps Lock” does just that and is only useful if you plan on typing a lot of text in capital letters. It comes in the “Off” position by default. The “Shortcut” feature onthe iPod Touch keyboard is a pretty nifty little one. Instead of always adding a period at the end of your sentence, you can just space a couple of times and thekeyboard will automatically add it in. This default comes in the “On” position because, how cool is that?

The last option is the International Keyboard and it will supply you with a list of countries with associated languages that you may need to type in. All of these will be listed as “Off”, except for the country’s language of your choice.

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Syncing music to iPod or iPhone

Summary

iTunes includes several options to automatically or manually sync music to your iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod shuffle (3rd generation), iPod mini or iPod touch. If you are using an iPod shuffle, learn how to sync music to it in this article.

Products Affected

iPod nano, iPod mini, iPod, iPhone, iPod touch, iPod classic, iPod shuffle (3rd generation)

Syncing music and podcasts automatically

1. Connect iPod or iPhone to your computer and open iTunes.
2. Select your iPod or iPhone in the Devices section on the left side of the iTunes window.
   
3. In the main iTunes browser window, select the Music tab.
4. Select the option to Sync Music.
   
5. You have the option to sync all songs and playlists or selected playlists. Your iPod will need to have enough free space to sync the content that you have selected from your library. Tip: You can use the capacity bar at the bottom of the iPod settings window to determine how much free space is available. The size of a playlist can be determined by selecting it and looking at the bottom of the iTunes window.
   
6. You can also automatically sync podcasts to your device. Select the Podcasts tab and choose to sync all podcasts or selected ones. You can also determine which episodes are synced based on if they are recent, new, or unplayed.
   
7. Click Apply and iTunes will begin syncing the audio content you've selected to your iPod or iPhone. The iTunes LCD will display the sync progress and notify you when the sync is complete.
   
   
8. To disconnect your iPod or iPhone, select it under Devices and click the eject icon next to it.

Syncing music manually

If you prefer not to automatically sync music content to your iPod or iPhone, you can set up manual syncing.

1. Connect your device to your computer and open iTunes.
2. Select your iPod or iPhone in the Devices section on the left side of the iTunes window.
   
3. In the main iTunes browser window, select the Summary tab.
4. Select the option to "Manually manage music and videos" or "Manually manage music." This will deselect the automatic sync settings for the Music, Movies, and TV Shows tabs. Automatic syncing for Podcasts, Photos, Contacts, and Games can be individually disabled by selecting those options in each of those tabs. Note: When manually managing iPod, disk use is enabled and iPod must always be manually ejected in iTunes before disconnecting it from your computer.
   
5. Click Apply.
6. To manually add music, audiobooks, movies or TV shows, choose one of these categories under Library on the top-left of the iTunes window.
7. Select and drag items you want (to choose multiple items, Command-click items on a Mac or Control-click items in Windows), then drag them onto your iPod or iPhone icon under Devices.
8. To add a playlist, select it from the left side of the iTunes window and drag it onto your device in the same way.
   
9. When you are ready to disconnect your iPod, select it under Devices and click the eject icon next to it.

Syncing music with Autofill

When the "Manually manage" option is enabled, you can use Autofill to quickly sync audio content from your music library or a selected playlist. Autofill settings allow you to adjust how songs are selected for syncing as well as allocate space for disk use. To use Autofill, make sure your iPod is set to manually manage music using steps 1-5 above and then follow the steps below.

1. Select iPod or iPhone in the Devices section on the left side of the iTunes window.
2. Click the disclosure triangle next to the iPod or iPhone icon to reveal the contents of the device.
   
3. Select the Music library and review the Autofill settings at the bottom of the main iTunes window.
   
4. When you click the Autofill button, iTunes will automatically sync as much music as possible to your iPod. If the playlist you selected contains more music than your device can hold, Autofill will sync a subset of the music. The iTunes LCD will display the sync progress and notify you when the sync is complete.
   
   
5. Disconnect your iPod or iPhone by selecting it under Devices and clicking the eject icon next to it. Then, disconnect the USB cable.
   
   
   http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1351

iPod: How to find the serial number

Summary

This article describes ways to find your iPod serial number. The content of this document also applies to iPod shuffle; however, see iPod shuffle: How to find the serial number for information on how to locate iPod shuffle's serial number on the device.

Products Affected

iPod nano, iPod shuffle, iPod mini, iPod, iTunes, iPod classic, iPod touch

There are several places where you'll find your iPod serial number:

• In iTunes
• On the back of your iPod
• In the iPod About screen
• On your iPod packaging
• On your iPod invoice or receipt

iTunes

1. Connect iPod to your computer.
2. When iPod appears in iTunes, select it on the left side of the iTunes window under Devices.
3. Click the Summary tab, and your iPod's serial number will display on screen. For iPod shuffle (1st and 2nd generation), click the Settings tab.

If your iPod is not currently connected to your computer, but has been connected to your iTunes library before, follow these instructions:

1. Hold down the Control key and choose Help > About iTunes (Windows) or iTunes > About iTunes (Mac).
2. Release the Control key.
3. As the iTunes and QuickTime version information scrolls, you will see the serial number of the last connected iPod as well as the last connected iPhone's serial number and IMEI.

Tips:

• Hold down the Option key (Shift key in Windows) to reverse the scrolling.
• Press the Space bar to pause the scrolling.
• You can copy this information to the Clipboard and and paste it into a document.
  
  In Mac OS X, choose Edit > Copy (or Command-C).
  In Windows, press Control-C.

Note: In iTunes, when you view the iPod serial number, you can choose Edit > Copy to put the serial number on the Clipboard. You can then paste the serial number into an email or web page (for registration, for example).

On the back of your iPod

If you have an iPod, iPod mini, iPod nano, iPod classic, or iPod touch, the serial number is engraved on the back metal case toward the bottom.

The picture above shows where the serial number is located on the back of an iPod and iPod nano.
If you have an iPod shuffle, the serial number is located on the back of the iPod behind the clip.

In the iPod About screen

You can find your serial number in the About screen on your iPod:

• iPod touch: Choose Settings > General > About.
• iPod classic: Choose Settings > About and press the Center button until you see the serial number.
• Other iPod models: Choose Settings > About.

On your iPod packaging

If you still have the original packaging for your iPod, you can find your iPod serial number printed on the barcode label that's affixed to the packaging.

On your iPod invoice or receipt

Your product invoice or receipt may list your iPod serial number.

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1459

Find My iPhone now accessible from iPhone, iPod touch

Apple has launched a redesigned version of its Me.com splash page for the iPhone and iPod touch, adding new download links for its MobileMe iDisk and Gallery applications, as well as access to the Find My iPhone feature. Previously, the page contained only one link, providing setup instructions for setting up Mail, Contacts, Calendars, and Find my iPhone on an iPhone/iPod touch; the new page retains this link, but adds the others mentioned above. Following the Find My iPhone link prompts the user to enter his or her MobileMe username and password, and then takes them to a frame-less version of the Find My iPhone page, complete with location map and links to send a text and/or audio alert, or remotely lock/wipe the device. An Apple support document suggests accessing the service “from a friend’s iPhone/iPod touch if you need to locate your lost iPhone/iPod on a map, display a message, play a sound, or remotely lock or wipe it.”

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iPod and iPhone: TV out support

The following devices have support for TV out:

• iPod touch
• iPod touch (2nd generation)
• iPod touch (Late 2009)
• iPhone (software version 1.1.1 or later required)
• iPhone 3G
• iPhone 3GS
• iPod nano (3rd generation)
• iPod nano (4th generation)
• iPod nano (5th generation)
• iPod classic
• iPod (5th generation)
• iPod with color display (iPod photo)

Note: Other iPod models may support viewing of photos or slideshows on the iPod display but do not support TV out.

The following docks support TV out when used with an iPod model or iPhone that supports TV out:

• Apple Universal Dock (requires either the Apple Composite AV Cable or the Apple Component AV Cable - will not work with the iPod AV Cable). Search the store for part number MB125G.
• iPod Universal Dock or iPod with color display Dock (iPod photo Dock)

Important: The iPhone dock does not support TV out.

iPod models that support TV out can support viewing on a television in several different ways. Use the tables below to see which cables and docks can be used with each iPod model. Check the documentation that came with the cable or iPod for information on how to connect and enable TV out.
Note: If you choose to use a third-party cable, make sure it has the "Works with iPhone" or "Made for iPod" label. Learn more about iPod and iPhone accessories.

Products Affected

iPod photo, iPod with color display, iPhone, iPod, iPod nano (3rd generation), iPod classic, iPod touch, iPod (5th generation), iPod nano (5th generation), iPod nano (4th generation)

Cable compatibility

All you need to get TV out is a compatible iPod or iPhone and the correct cable. If your device works with the component and composite cables, then the choice depends on the TV(s) you will be connecting to.

iPod Model	iPod AV Cable (part number M9765G)	Apple Composite AV Cable (part number MB129LL)	Apple Component AV Cable (part number MB128LL)
iPod with color display (iPod photo)	√	√	-
iPod (5th generation)	√	√	-
iPod classic	-	√	√1
iPod nano (3rd generation and later)	-	√	√1
iPod touch	-	√	√2
iPod touch (2nd generation)	-	√	√1
iPod touch (Late 2009)	-	√	√1
iPhone3	-	√	√2
iPhone 3G	-	-	√2
iPhone 3GS	-	-	√1
Notes: 480p/576p. 480i/576i. Requires iPhone software version 1.1.1 or later.

iPod, Cable, and Dock compatibility

A dock can be a welcome addition if you're going to keep your cables connected to the TV. The Apple Universal Dock includes an Apple Remote so you can pause and adjust the volume from a distance. The docks and cables are sold separately.

iPod Model	Apple Composite AV Cable with iPod Universal Dock or Apple Universal Dock
	Apple Composite AV Cable + iPod Universal Dock	Apple Composite AV Cable + Apple Universal Dock
iPod with color display (iPod photo)	-	√1
iPod (5th generation)	-	√
iPod classic	-	√
iPod nano (3rd generation and later)	-	√
iPod touch	-	√
iPod touch (2nd generation)	-	√
iPod touch (Late 2009)	-	√
iPhone2	-	√
iPhone 3G/iPhone 3GS	-	√
Notes: Photos only. Requires iPhone software version 1.1.1 or later.

iPod Model	Apple Component AV Cable with iPod Universal Dock or Apple Universal Dock
	Apple Component AV Cable + iPod Universal Dock	Apple Component AV Cable + Apple Universal Dock
iPod with color display (iPod photo)	-	-
iPod (5th generation)	-	-
iPod classic	-	√1
iPod nano (3rd generation and later)	-	√1
iPod touch	-	√2
iPod touch (2nd generation)	-	√1
iPod touch (Late 2009)	-	√1
iPhone3	-	√2
iPhone 3G	-	√2
iPhone 3GS	-	√1
Notes: 480p/576p. 480i/576i. Requires iPhone software version 1.1.1 or later.

iPod Model	iPod AV Cable or S-Video cable with iPod Universal Dock
	iPod AV Cable + iPod Universal Dock	S-Video cable + iPod Universal Dock
iPod with color display (iPod photo)	√1	√1
iPod (5th generation)	√	√
iPod classic	√	√
iPod nano (3rd generation and later)	√	√
iPod touch	√	√
iPod touch (2nd generation)	√	√
iPod touch (Late 2009)	√	√
iPhone	√	√
iPhone 3G/iPhone 3GS	√	√
Notes: Photos only.

Important: Information about products not manufactured by Apple is provided for information purposes only and does not constitute Apple’s recommendation or endorsement. Please contact the vendor for additional information.

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1454

iPhone, iPod touch, iPod classic 160GB (Late 2009), iPod nano (5th generation): Understanding Genius Mixes

Summary

Genius Mixes are preselected compilations of songs from your iTunes library that can be synced to your iPhone, iPod touch, iPod classic 160GB (Late 2009), or iPod nano (5th generation) when you enable Genius in iTunes. To learn more about Genius you can see this article, or open iTunes and choose Help > iTunes Help. Then type "Genius" or "Genius Mixes."

Products Affected

iPhone, iPod touch, iPod nano (5th generation), iPod classic 160GB (Late 2009)

To sync Genius Mixes from iTunes to your iPhone, iPod touch, iPod classic 160GB (Late 2009), or iPod nano (5th generation), you can either:

1. Sync your entire iTunes music library to the device, including all playlists, artists, genres, Genius playlists, and Genius Mixes*

or

2. Sync selected playlists, artists, and genres, as well as selected Genius playlists and Genius Mixes

To sync selected Genius playlists and Genius Mixes to your device:

1. In iTunes, select your device in the device list and click the Music tab.
2. Check Sync Music, and then choose "Selected playlists, artists, and genres."
3. Under Playlists, select the Genius playlists and Genius Mixes you want.
4. Click Apply.

Notes:

• Genius Mixes can only be synced automatically, so you won't be able to add Genius Mixes to your device if "Sync only checked songs and videos" is checked in the iTunes Summary pane.
• If you select any Genius Mixes to sync with your device, iTunes may select and sync additional songs from your library that you didn’t select.
• If you choose to sync your entire music library, iTunes will sync all your Genius playlists and Genius Mixes to the device.

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3843