Apple releases iOS 4.3.1 bug fix update

Apple has released a software update for iPhone, iPod touch, and iPads that should fix some bugs users have been experiencing since updating to iOS 4.3 a few weeks ago. One of the biggest changes in iOS 4.3.1 is a fix for a graphics glitch that had been plaguing 4th generation iPod touch users.

The software update should also fix an image flicker problem when using the APple Digital AV adapter with some television sets,  and fix a few other bugs. There are no major new features in this release, but if you’ve been having problems with your device since moving to iOS 4.3, now might be a good time to plug your device into your computer and click the “check for updates” button.

Of course, if you have a jailbroken device, you might want to hold off until we hear if there’s an easy way to jailbreak iOS 4.3.1.

The software update is currently available for the AT&T/GSM iPhone 4, the iPhone 3GS, 3rd and 4th generation iPod touch models, and the iPad and iPad 2. It looks like Verizon iPhone 4 users will have to wait.

AT&T Samsung Captivate update should improve GPS performance

AT&T is pushing out an update for Samsung Captivate (Samsung Galaxy S) users. No, it doesn’t include an upgrade to Android 2.2 Froyo, at leas tnot yet. Instead the update is designed to add some fetures and fix some problems, including:

  • Improved GPS performance
  • Full version of QuickOffice
  • Addresses Microsoft Exchange 2003 Policy Support
  • Faster media scanning

AT&T Galaxy S users should receive an over the air notice that the update is available for download.

via Android Community

New Android 2.2 update for the Google Nexus One leaked

The folks at the xda-developers forum have discovered yet-another updated ROM for the Google Nexus One. While some folks had been hoping that the next build would bring Android 3.0 Gingerbread, this appears to be a minor update to Android 2.2 Froyo with some bug fixes and a new version of the radio. Some folks say the operating system also seems to run faster.

A member of the Modaco forums also posted some benchmark scores showing the device running a little faster after the update.

Paul O’Brien and Modaco has repackaged the ROM so that it can be easily installed on any Android phone. Bear in mind that the stock image will futz with the Android Market, since it won’t allow you to see or download signed apps. So if you’re thinking about updating your phone, you might want to grab one of Paul’s images that says “FRF91 fingerprint,” which tricks the Market into thinking you’re still using an older version of Android.

The new update has the build name of FRG33.