The iPhone 3.0 Software is releasing on June 17th. Thats not too far but the firmware is already out on the interwebs. This guide is meant only for folks who are comfortable hacking their iphones.
We tested this guide on a iPhone 2G which was running version 2.1 firmware. Now its running version 3.0 and still remains unlocked. We had some issues with the upgrade and the phone got bricked a couple of times.
The Steps
- Backup your iPhone using iTunes first . Would be useful just in case you wish to restore data.
- This process will format your phone memory . Make sure to save all important stuff and make a not of apps installed.
- You will need a Pwned version of the iPhone firmware before you restore to the 3.0 firmware.
- Get iTunes 8.2 . Previous versions wont work !
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