We have been listening to all iPhone 4G and Apple’s tablet rumors these days. It’s not yet confirmed whether Apple will launch its much awaited products in upcoming event, but this time expectations are too high.

iPhone users are also waiting for its next firmware update. Earlier, I had shared some news about iPhone 4.0, which was found in BGR’s server logs. Now, Rick Broida from CNET reviews confirmed that Apple is almost ready to launch new iPhone OS.

A prominent app developer has sent an email to CNET guys. In this email, he has mentioned that an updated app for iPhone 4.0 is submitted to Apple’s team, but now he has acknowledged that he was referring to 4.0 version of the application and not the iPhone 4.0 OS.

It’s really hard to comment on iPhone 4.0 release. However, Apple is also planning to launch Apple tablet with modified iPhone OS. So, there is a possibility that we will get iPhone 4.0 update for iPhones very soon.

Apple is holding its annual event on January 27th in which they might launch iSlate and new range of iPhones and iPods. Let’s wait and watch.

Apple has announced its updated version of iPhone OS, iPhone 3.1 at Apple Rock and Roll event. It is now available to all the iPhone and iPod Touch users. A good news for iPod Touch users is that they can also download iPhone 3.1 firmware for free.

The iPhone OS 3.1 comes with few new features and bug fixes. Have a look at its features below.

Features of iPhone OS 3.1

• App management in iTunes 9
• Genius Recommendations for Apps
• Peer-to-Peer Gaming
• Buy Movies, TV Shows, and Audiobooks via Wi-Fi
• Spotlight Search
• Stereo Bluetooth
• iTunes U content organization
• Redeem iTunes Gift Cards, codes, and certificates in the App Store
• Display available iTunes account credits in the App Store and iTunes Store
• Save video from Mail and MMS into Camera Roll
• Option to “Save as new clip” when trimming a video on iPhone 3GS
• Better iPhone 3G Wi-Fi performance when Bluetooth is turned on
• Remotely lock iPhone with a passcode via MobileMe
• Use Voice Control on iPhone 3GS with Bluetooth headsets
• Paste phone numbers into the keypad
• Option to use Home button to turn on accessibility features on iPhone 3GS
• Warn when visiting fraudulent websites in Safari (anti-phishing)
• Improved Exchange calendar syncing and invitation handling
• Fixes issue that cause some app icons to display incorrectly

These are some of the major features of iPhone 3.1 firmware. You can download iPhone OS 3.1from following links.

Download iPhone OS 3.1

iPhone OS 3.1 can directly be downloaded from iTunes 9. Download iTunes 9.

Direct Download Links for iPhone 3.1 Firmware

iPhone OS 3.1 firmware for iPhone – Download Link

iPhone OS 3.1 firmware for iPhone 3G – Download Link

iPhone OS 3.1 firmware for iPhone 3GS – Download Link

Note:

If you’ve an unlocked iPhone, don’t update it to iPhone 3.1 firmware yet. According to rumors, this new firmware updates baseband of iPhone and if you try to update iPhone, it will lock your iPhone permanently. iPhone Dev team will shortly announce the status of iPhone 3.1 unlocking. So, it would be a wise decision to wait for their announcement.

Apple Rock and Roll event has been ended just now and as we’ve reported earlier, Steve Jobs, one of the main attractions of the event, made his first appearance after long period.

In this grand event Apple has announced various new products for their customers. Let’s take look at a quick round up of whole event.

iPhone OS 3.1

iPhone OS 3.1 is now officially available for iPhone and iPod Touch users. It can be downloaded from iTunes 9. This firmware update is free for everyone. So, iPod Touch users can also download it for free of cost.

If you’re using unlocked iPhone then don’t update your firmware, wait for the announcement of iPhone Dev team.

iTunes 9

iTunes 9 is now comes with more advanced features. Here’s a list of new features that are included in iTunes 9.

• App Management
• Copy songs from computer to computer, up to 5 times
• Improved syncing with playlists
• Redesigned Store
• iTunes LP (Album packages with lyrics, photos and videos)
• Home Sharing,
• Genius Mixes
• Supports sharing to Facebook and Twitter

Download iTunes 9

http://www.apple.com/itunes/

Offline Installer: Windows | Mac

New Games for iPod Touch and iPhone

Apple has announced some exciting new games for iPod Touch and iPhone users.

• Riddim Ribbon – Racing Game
• Nova (FPS)
• NFL 2010
• Need For Speed Shift
• Command & Conquer
• NBA Live

iPod Announcements

iPod Touch prices have been decreased by Apple and now they are available at affordable ranges.

• 8GB iPod Touch – $199
• 32GB iPod Touch – $299
• 64GB iPod Touch – $399

iPod Classic 160 GB is now available at $250.

iPod Shuffle have no controls on the device. It can be controlled by headset. A 2GB iPod Shuffle costs for $59.

iPod Nano 5G

iPod Nano 5G, one of the much awaited announcements of the Apple event, is now officially released. iPod Nano 5G is a combination of iPod Touch and iPod shuffle, which also has a dedicated video camera.

Features of iPod Nano 5G

• Video camera
• 2.2-inch display
• Polished anodized aluminum
• Mic and speaker
• Voiceover
• FM Radio
• Pedometer
• New colors

iPod Nano 8GB costs for $149, and 16GB costs for $179, which is quite cheap. Features like video camera and FM Radio are going to be a big hit in country like India where people love to listen Bollywood music on radio sets.

However, iPod Touch fans are not very happy with this announcement. They will have to purchase iPod Nano to get the experience of video camera and FM radio features.

In order to get more information about iPod Nano, just head over to official Apple’s page. http://www.apple.com/ipodnano/

At the end, Norah Jones performed on the stage and Steve Jobs announced the end of the Rock and Roll event.