iPad + jailbroken iPhone with MyWi = amazing

[wnxgenral]

So I don't even need to wait for a 3G model because the tethering from my iPhone is flawless. Been on it all day!! Basically the mywi app creates a tethered wifi network that the iPad sees right away. Amazing. Posted from my IPad while in the car. Haha.

Jack. :apple:

[budselectjr]

So I don't even need to wait for a 3G model because the tethering from my iPhone is flawless. Been on it all day!! Basically the mywi app creates a tethered wifi network that the iPad sees right away. Amazing. Posted from my IPad while in the car. Haha.

Jack. :apple:

Where do you get the mywi apps.

[Noplac2hyd]

I have been trying to do that and it sees and connects to my iPhone but when I try to surf it says not connected to the Internet

[hchavarria]

+1 it works great.

[Peter Harrison]

Hmm... had my iPhone jailbroken ages ago but went back to normal as I didn't actually get that much from it to be honest. But this sounds really appealing. Not got iPad yet as Apple haven't told us in the UK anything, but I had decided to go for Wifi-only model and get something like Pay as you go Mifi device as that would be cheaper that buying the 3G iPad model. But if I can use the 3G I'm already paying for on my iPhone, then that makes it even better. I'd even consider buying an iPad with larger capacity then.

It's been a while since I tried jailbreaking. What's the latest thing? Blackrain or something? Is that the one that has MyWi?

[tdream]

So I don't even need to wait for a 3G model because the tethering from my iPhone is flawless. Been on it all day!! Basically the mywi app creates a tethered wifi network that the iPad sees right away. Amazing. Posted from my IPad while in the car. Haha.

Jack. :apple:

Same with Mifis, don't even need an iPhone :)

[MatthewStorm]

Same with Mifis, don't even need an iPhone :)

What do you mean?

[apkent]

The '3' network here in the UK offer a MiFi device - takes a sim card to access 3G internet and creates a wifi network for up to 5 devices to simultaneously access the net.

I've recently got one and its brilliant - been using an 8GB ipod touch as a lightweight browsing device for weeks now. Leave it plugged into the mains and its always available to use at home, or unplug it and it'll provide internet for 8 hours continuously.

[Pared]

This works incredibly well. I have no need for the 3G version at this point.

Only hiccup I found was one website recognized it as a mobile browser. Ah well, I don't use the web based gmail on this anyway.

[alexmarchuk]

Yes but what a drain on the iPhone battery, started at 78% and 15 min later was down to 60% on iPhone 3GS. 3G really is crappy on the iPad, not impressive. Is it going to be that sluggish when the 3G iPads come out?

[Pared]

Maybe you have a weak signal or something?

It was coming in just fine on my iPad. All 5 bars though. I was able to browse espn.com in a similar time frame.

I haven't tried Netflix or anything and I wouldn't want to. AT&T would cut me off pretty quickly I assume. :)

[Squid7085]

I'm out watching a game in this beautiful weather playing with my iPad using MyWi. It is absolutely flawless, and for only $30 a month. I'm loving the attention I am getting too. Apparently cute girls know what the iPad is. ;)

[T4R06]

That's why you need imp500. It won't let you down :)

[Pared]

That's why you need imp500. It won't let you down :)

My Mophie Juice Pack Air is more than adequate. :)

[MatthewStorm]

My Mophie Juice Pack Air is more than adequate. :)

yes, really glad I have this.

[T4R06]

Imp500 can charge 4 iPhones in single charge!

[TeeJayEm]

Man I wish I knew about this two days ago. I actually got a palm pre (at verizon) so I could mifi to my iPad. I hope The iPhone comes to verizon now lol.

[abijnk]

Yup, another satisfied user here! Posting via this setup now and the forums are loading nice and fast.

On a side note, I'm surprised how fast I can type on this thing...

[bobdard]

How much is the app? And one concern I have is with Cydia Store apps, if I purchase a new phone or just upgrade the software on my current iPhone (assuming the new phone/software is jailbroken) will I be able to re-download the application for free?

[MatthewStorm]

How much is the app? And one concern I have is with Cydia Store apps, if I purchase a new phone or just upgrade the software on my current iPhone (assuming the new phone/software is jailbroken) will I be able to re-download the application for free?

$9.99 and totally worth it.

Yes.

[ImperialX]

This is exactly why I didn't get the 3G version. ;)

[yaroldb]

Mine won work. It connects but won't get online. It sees the myfi wireless connection. Just won't get online.

[zub3qin]

I got the wifi only since i planned on tethering. Only problem is that I have iPhone 3G running the latest os 3.1.3. From what I read you can't jailbreak this os. And os 4.0 is going to be out in June which will do who knows what for jailbreaking.

Any tips for jail breaking 3.1.3 and has anyone heard of AT&T getting wise to tethering with mywi? Also i know it runs down the phone battery but if phone is plugged in to a car charger no problems right?

[blizaine]

MyWi does work great! Yesterday I watched an entire episode of Modern Family on the ABC app via iPhone mywi tether :)

[illutionz]

Just in case anybody is using Android phone around here, if you rooted your phone and have "Wireless Tether for Root User", it works perfectly too ;)

[NJRonbo]

I have a jailbroken iPhone 3GS.

Can anyone tell me the exact steps to
tethering from what software I need to
install to the tethering setup and use?

Pardon me for being a newbie on this.

[T4R06]

I have a jailbroken iPhone 3GS.

Can anyone tell me the exact steps to
tethering from what software I need to
install to the tethering setup and use?

Pardon me for being a newbie on this.

Go to cydia and search mywi

[Sounds Good]

This is exactly why I didn't get the 3G version. ;)
I was planning on getting the 3G version... but now I've gotta re-think that! :)

has anyone heard of AT&T getting wise to tethering with mywi?
Good question...

[Sounds Good]

Hey guys, I've got the original iPhone (not one of the 3G versions). At this point I don't want to upgrade my iPhone to 3G until the next iPhone gets released.

Question: Would it be crazy to use the non-3G iPhone for tethering? Anyone here doing this?

I've gotta decide with version of iPad to buy based on this. Thanks.

[tttexxan]

ditto here also.....Why even think about 3g

[NJRonbo]

Just posted this in another thread.

Just purchased the MyWi (No Rock)
app for my jailbroken iPhone 3GS for $10.

It does not tether the 3GS signal.

In fact, will not even connect unless I
turn the WIFI setting on my iPhone to ON.

No use to tether the WIFI signal I already
have. I need to tether the 3G signal.

Can someone help?

Also, does AT&T charge extra for tethering
3G thru an app like MyWi?

Thanks in advance for the help.

[jon snow]

It is using your 3G. MyWi is tricking your iPad into thinking it is just another wireless connection. No extra charge from AT&T but that would not be happy if they found out.

[OneMike]

Thats why I didn't get the 3G version. If I didn't have an iPhone then yes. Otherwise no point.

[NJRonbo]

Aaah, so just to confirm....

1. I must keep my WiFi setting turned ON at all
times while using MyWi.

2. MyWi is tethering the 3G connection NOT the WiFi

3. AT&T cannot trace the tethering.

NOTE: I just unplugged my Wifi router and sure enough
MyWi still transmitted the 3G signal to my computer.

This thing friggin' rocks.

My only fear -- new iPhone coming. Will require a
jailbreak that may never happen and I will have to
repurchase the MyWi software (least of my worries)

[jon snow]

Aaah, so just to confirm....

1. I must keep my WiFi setting turned ON at all
times while using MyWi.

2. MyWi is tethering the 3G connection NOT the WiFi

3. AT&T cannot trace the tethering.

NOTE: I just unplugged my Wifi router and sure enough
MyWi still transmitted the 3G signal to my computer.

This thing friggin' rocks.

My only fear -- new iPhone coming. Will require a
jailbreak that may never happen and I will have to
repurchase the MyWi software (least of my worries)

If you get a new phone when it's released and jail breaking doesn't work just keep the old phone and when you need to tether switch sim cards

[NJRonbo]

If you get a new phone when it's released and jail breaking doesn't work just keep the old phone and when you need to tether switch sim cards

Brilliant!

So much I don't know and I appreciate
the help.

So, I can easily just switch out the SIM
card from the new iPhone back to my
old 3GS and it is still usable?

[jon snow]

Brilliant!

So much I don't know and I appreciate
the help.

So, I can easily just switch out the SIM
card from the new iPhone back to my
old 3GS and it is still usable?

I know it can be done now so I assume that will be the case with the new one.

[greenlander]

Thats why I didn't get the 3G version. If I didn't have an iPhone then yes. Otherwise no point.

Plenty of point -- AGPS.

That's what'll be getting me to sell this one and get the 3G.

[Play4keeps]

Wow what a nice egg to have in basket
Works perfect thanks for posting the news
:apple:

[Chris Rogers]

So when 4.0 is released, and breaks the jailbreak, everyone will have to ask themselves:

Is 4.0 (and whatever it has to offer) cooler than having mywi?

So mywi isn't going to talk me down to a wifi only iPad just yet. Anyone else feel the same?

[HXGuy]

So when 4.0 is released, and breaks the jailbreak, everyone will have to ask themselves:

Is 4.0 (and whatever it has to offer) cooler than having mywi?

So mywi isn't going to talk me down to a wifi only iPad just yet. Anyone else feel the same?

That is the problem with MyWi...you have to always be jailbroken which sucks. I like updating to the latest firmware the day it comes out.

[chhhrrriiisss]

So when 4.0 is released, and breaks the jailbreak, everyone will have to ask themselves:

Is 4.0 (and whatever it has to offer) cooler than having mywi?

So mywi isn't going to talk me down to a wifi only iPad just yet. Anyone else feel the same?

I was actually just telling my friend that last night.

[apesta]

im just wondering, i only have 500mb per month for my iphone. is that enough or it will exceed pretty quick if it tethers the ipad?

[antmo]

so i was thinking about the pros/cons of this way of getting 3g as opossed to waiting for the built-in and decided to go the miwi route as well... this is the stuff i thought about that convinced me...

pros
o i need to carry a mobile phone anyway and i already have an iphone with unlimited data, so it doesn't cut down on the number of devices i need to carry, nor do i have to wait to get an ipad
o since the ipad doesn't know where the internet connection is coming from, it can't enforce rules on how i use it (e.g. downloading stuff from itunes or the app store over a certain size on 3g, voip apps, etc)
o if i have additional devices i need internet access on, i can use those as well

cons
o quick battery drain, so i need to make sure i have power available every couple hours at least
o i need to keep the phone jailbroken

[OceanView]

This sounds like a good alternative to getting the 3G version.
My concern is, how often will you have to jail break the iPhone.
Is it something that you have to do with each update or can you just leave your existing OS alone?

[Robin Chung]

This is actually better than getting the 3G ipad. The 3G iPad is heavier, and has a piece of black plastic on the back, which is butt ugly. Plus it's cheaper using tethering.

[ngenerator]

This is actually better than getting the 3G ipad. The 3G iPad is heavier, and has a piece of black plastic on the back, which is butt ugly. Plus it's cheaper using tethering.

Lol, what is it, 0.1lbs heavier? But I agree, Wifi is the way to go, plus you're saving $130 on the actual device

[ippikiokami]

This worked great. I tried it the day I got the iPad.

But for people thinking this could be the decision between the 3g and non 3g remember that using your iphone as a hotspot drains the battery like crazy.

Side note: if you live in a cold climate the iphone can be a pretty good hand warmer when you have mywi on :)

[hualon]

Can anyone tell me how to revert from firmware 3.1.3 to 3.1.2 on my iPhone 3G? I have searched high and low and I managed to get 3.1.2 loaded but it disabled my AT&T service! :confused:

I used to have MyWi on my 3G phone but I had the phone replaced at the Apple store under warranty (mute switch broke) and they gave me one with 3.1.3 on it. :mad:

[melman101]

I don't think I'd be on the internet enough to justify the 3G one. I can always tether. Yes, I'm a slave to jailbreaking, but my wife has a 3GS too. I'll play with her 4.0 new features first. Also, I like having my iPhone unlocked :-).

[jmmo20]

If only Apple could allow tethering from the ipad to the iphone for those countries where tethering is allowed !!

They must really be mad if they believe I'd buy a 3g ipad after having a 3g iphone already.

[jeznav]

I got the wifi only since i planned on tethering. Only problem is that I have iPhone 3G running the latest os 3.1.3. From what I read you can't jailbreak this os. And os 4.0 is going to be out in June which will do who knows what for jailbreaking.

Any tips for jail breaking 3.1.3 and has anyone heard of AT&T getting wise to tethering with mywi? Also i know it runs down the phone battery but if phone is plugged in to a car charger no problems right?

I have non-jailbroken 3.1.3 and have MyWi running on it. I just created a wrapper on .app, codesign with my developer credentials, gets installed via Xcode and it works.

Currently figuring out how MyWi works. It's using private frameworks which Apple won't allow in the Appstore. Better if the just implement Wifi tether in the OS.

[autopsytheclown]

I never knew about this b/c I never jailbroke my iPhone which still is running on 3.1.2 so with that said, is it easy to jailbreak a phone? I did a quick youtube search & see a ton a videos on how to but wasn't sure which one I should follow. Can someone point me in the right direction & link me to the best how-to video so I can join in on the fun? thanks!

[MatthewStorm]

I have non-jailbroken 3.1.3 and have MyWi running on it. I just created a wrapper on .app, codesign with my developer credentials, gets installed via Xcode and it works.

Currently figuring out how MyWi works. It's using private frameworks which Apple won't allow in the Appstore. Better if the just implement Wifi tether in the OS.

One more time in English, please.

[jeznav]

One more time in English, please.

Copied MyWi app using Developer tools(XCode) to iPhone. No jailbreak.

[pbellamy]

I"m using MyWi too and it is pretty amazing. Great speed!

I'm concerned that it's using a lot of data though. It seems to use more than if I just surf on the iphone. It will be interesting to see if this spike shows up on my ATT bill and if they do anything about it.

Interestingly last night my ipad ceased playing with my home router altogether (I am getting a bit mad at the wifi issue!) but I was able to connect via the iphone tether instead...

I'm on a UK 3g jailbroken and unlocked iphone. I need it to allow my ATT sim to work in the US and I'm keeping it on 3.01. Sooner or later I'm sure I'll have/want to update to 4.0 but I'd need to be convinced that a jailbreak is available that can keep the tethering/unlock option available.

I'm still wondering if I should swap the ipad for a 3g version though as I'm not worried about the cost but I'd like the flexibility. Right now given the wifi issue I figure I could get Apple to swap this model up. (timing is everything).

[PrinceDraven]

Guys, am I right in saying that i cannot JB my 3Gs - 3.1.3 (7E18)?

Never JB'd before and would not consider it if it wasnt for the MyWi

[Phatcat73]

I never knew about this b/c I never jailbroke my iPhone which still is running on 3.1.2 so with that said, is it easy to jailbreak a phone? I did a quick youtube search & see a ton a videos on how to but wasn't sure which one I should follow. Can someone point me in the right direction & link me to the best how-to video so I can join in on the fun? thanks!

www.hackthatphone.com

[hualon]

I never knew about this b/c I never jailbroke my iPhone which still is running on 3.1.2 so with that said, is it easy to jailbreak a phone? I did a quick youtube search & see a ton a videos on how to but wasn't sure which one I should follow. Can someone point me in the right direction & link me to the best how-to video so I can join in on the fun? thanks!

I used Rock Your Phone. It's dead easy.

[Buskape]

If you have a developer account you can run the MyWi code on your iPhone without jailbreaking

[hualon]

If you have a developer account you can run the MyWi code on your iPhone without jailbreaking

Does that require the $99 annual fee though?

[Buskape]

Does that require the $99 annual fee though?

Yes i think it does unfortunately :( unless the fee is to have your app available on the appstore??
But i have hard that some developers shared their accounts to beta testers or something like that, i'm not sure about that though..

[melman101]

If you have a developer account you can run the MyWi code on your iPhone without jailbreaking

How would you do this? Just download the app from your iPhone via SCP to your computer? And then what? I'm just curious.

I'm a developer, but I've never installed someone else's App via XCode.

Thanks

Does that require the $99 annual fee though?

Yes it does. That is for sure.

[jmmo20]

If you have a developer account you can run the MyWi code on your iPhone without jailbreaking


Does it work, though?
Official apps run in a sandboxed environment… not sure if jailbreak apps modified to run using your developer credentials would work..

[OceanView]

Copied MyWi app using Developer tools(XCode) to iPhone. No jailbreak.


That's a better alternative to jail breaking.
Can you give us more details for people that don't develop?

[Buskape]

How would you do this? Just download the app from your iPhone via SCP to your computer? And then what? I'm just curious.

I'm a developer, but I've never installed someone else's App via XCode.

Thanks



Yes it does. That is for sure.

And then import it into Xcode and install?

[jeznav]

If you have a developer account you can run the MyWi code on your iPhone without jailbreaking

Yes, you can do that with any compiled app. Just create a wrapper for it.

Does that require the $99 annual fee though?

Yes, it will give you a binary certificate which is used to codesign(DRM) an app. I think there's stuff on the net that allows you to codesign using a dummy developer certificate.

How would you do this? Just download the app from your iPhone via SCP to your computer? And then what? I'm just curious.

I'm a developer, but I've never installed someone else's App via XCode.


There's no root access on non-jailbroken phone. So SCP won't work. Xcode's build workflow already does the copying. How else does your .app get installed for testing? This method works without jailbreaking.

[bossxii]

Same with Mifis, don't even need an iPhone :)

This is becoming more and more apparent to me. I have Sprints Overdrive unit and 4g coming here in June, hell the 3g coverage is so much better so far on Sprints network than AT&T's I'm seriously considering dumping the iPhone for something else. (No clue what just yet) Every app i used on my iPhone daily is working on the iPad and imo many times more enjoyable on the larger screen.

I don't really have any major complaints with AT&T's voice service, but I'm done waiting for them to let us tether and with them specifically having a data plan for the iPad I doubt they will come out with a tethered solution anytime soon. I have no issues paying for the bandwidth, just done waiting for what is already available, and appearing to be just as fast in my area, with much better coverage. Sitting at my house, my iPhone has 3 bars of Edge only coverage... Sprint Overdrive device has 4 of 6 bars of 3g with speed tests showing 1.0 to 1.3mb dl speeds and 500 to 640kpbs up over the first week of use. My cable internet is cap'd at 3mb as I live outside a bit out of the metro area so the mifi unit is challenging the cable during peak hours for speed, which is sad...but a fact of what's available.

[melman101]

Yes, you can do that with any compiled app. Just create a wrapper for it.



Yes, it will give you a binary certificate which is used to codesign(DRM) an app. I think there's stuff on the net that allows you to codesign using a dummy developer certificate.



There's no root access on non-jailbroken phone. So SCP won't work. Xcode's build workflow already does the copying. How else does your .app get installed for testing? This method works without jailbreaking.

What do you mean create a wrapper? I'm going to mess with this tonight.

[jicka]

I never knew about this b/c I never jailbroke my iPhone which still is running on 3.1.2 so with that said, is it easy to jailbreak a phone? I did a quick youtube search & see a ton a videos on how to but wasn't sure which one I should follow. Can someone point me in the right direction & link me to the best how-to video so I can join in on the fun? thanks!

go to http://blackra1n.com download blackra1n. open it and with your iphone plugged into your computer click the big "make it rain" button.

your phone will be jailbroken in 30 seconds or so its really easy. this works on 3.1.2 but not 3.1.3

then install rock and download mywi there is a free trial

[Snide]

Tested this at the Apple Store and it worked great!

[RMXO]

Guys, am I right in saying that i cannot JB my 3Gs - 3.1.3 (7E18)?

Never JB'd before and would not consider it if it wasnt for the MyWi

I accidently upgraded to 3.1.3 when I had to reload my iphone backup & I was able to JB it with redsn0w.

[kwjohns]

I have non-jailbroken 3.1.3 and have MyWi running on it. I just created a wrapper on .app, codesign with my developer credentials, gets installed via Xcode and it works.

You happen to have a link that explains creating a wrapper?

[melman101]

You happen to have a link that explains creating a wrapper?

That's exactly what I'm looking for as well :-). I would love to try this :-).

[melman101]

anyone?

[Mickeyinnyc]

go to http://blackra1n.com download blackra1n. open it and with your iphone plugged into your computer click the big "make it rain" button.

your phone will be jailbroken in 30 seconds or so its really easy. this works on 3.1.2 but not 3.1.3

then install rock and download mywi there is a free trial


This will work on a Mac also with a 3.1.2 phone? whats the deal with the trial version of MiWi? I want to use the 3G from the phone to run the Ipad when I am mobile

[T4R06]

Do not install mywi on rock. It will kill your phone. I mean mine really take abused on mywi install via rock. The heat really unacceptable. And it drains battery like theres no tomorrow. Install the mywi on cydia and choose no rock extension.

[davegp]

I have non-jailbroken 3.1.3 and have MyWi running on it. I just created a wrapper on .app, codesign with my developer credentials, gets installed via Xcode and it works.

Currently figuring out how MyWi works. It's using private frameworks which Apple won't allow in the Appstore. Better if the just implement Wifi tether in the OS.

I'd like to install MyWi on a non-jail broken iPhone with the wrapper you talk about. But where and how can I download the MyWi app file if I don't have a jailbroken iPhone?

[TeamDNA]

Aaah, so just to confirm....

1. I must keep my WiFi setting turned ON at all
times while using MyWi.

2. MyWi is tethering the 3G connection NOT the WiFi

3. AT&T cannot trace the tethering.

NOTE: I just unplugged my Wifi router and sure enough
MyWi still transmitted the 3G signal to my computer.

This thing friggin' rocks.

My only fear -- new iPhone coming. Will require a
jailbreak that may never happen and I will have to
repurchase the MyWi software (least of my worries)
ok

OK you are getting everything wrong...it just has to transmit as wifi so the ipad and laptops can connect to it

[TeamDNA]

I'd like to install MyWi on a non-jail broken iPhone with the wrapper you talk about. But where and how can I download the MyWi app file if I don't have a jailbroken iPhone?

cant be done dont bother.... just jailbreak its sooo much better

[MatthewStorm]

Do not install mywi on rock. It will kill your phone. I mean mine really take abused on mywi install via rock. The heat really unacceptable. And it drains battery like theres no tomorrow. Install the mywi on cydia and choose no rock extension.

Hmmm, I should have tried this option. Is it safe to uninstall Rock and MyWi through Cydia and then reinstall MyWi No Rock? Right now tethering works fine so I'd really hate to screw that up.

[Blangkang]

I love having this set up, took a few hours to jailbreak (it's been a long time since I jailbroke) and I was in business. I love MyWi

[rockarollr]

Brilliant!

So much I don't know and I appreciate
the help.

So, I can easily just switch out the SIM
card from the new iPhone back to my
old 3GS and it is still usable?

Not if Apple decides to go with a microSIM card in the next iPhone revision. The iPad 3G uses a microSIM card, so it stands to reason that Apple may go that same route with the new iPhone this summer.

[jicka]

This will work on a Mac also with a 3.1.2 phone? whats the deal with the trial version of MiWi? I want to use the 3G from the phone to run the Ipad when I am mobile

Yes there is a Mac version on the website I linked u to. The free trial lasts 10 days then it's 10 dollars. That's what mywi does it let's you turn your phone into a hotspot for your iPad or whatever else u want to connect to.

Maybe try installing it from cydia like the other poster said because it does run my battery dead on my phone pretty fast and I installed it with rock it works great tho.

[andrewb21]

Does a JB affect the phones content? ie. would I have to resync all data after JB'ing?

[Zethca]

Can anyone please post a link in this thread that will get this jailbreak working on 3.1.3 (or how to downgrade)?

Spent hours on this already, I'd love if someone could help me out.:apple:

[apesta]

i finally set up mywi for my iphone. although i dont have an ipad yet, but i was using my bro's ipod to browse web with my connection, it works fine. However though i might need to upgrade my data to 1gb since i only have 500mb.

[Mickeyinnyc]

Yes there is a Mac version on the website I linked u to. The free trial lasts 10 days then it's 10 dollars. That's what mywi does it let's you turn your phone into a hotspot for your iPad or whatever else u want to connect to.

Maybe try installing it from cydia like the other poster said because it does run my battery dead on my phone pretty fast and I installed it with rock it works great tho.

Do you have to clear the phone before you do this (clear content apps, music etc.) or can you just leave them on there? once you JB you can still sync music etc or no, I know you can't upgrade software until there's a JB fix for it

Thanks for all your help!

[Daremo]

We need a well written tutorial somewhere explaining exactly how to put an .app in a wrapper and install it locally with xcode. I'd love to try MyFi, but without jailbreaking.

[dhy8386]

Agreed. I always thought it used hooks like into mobilesubstrate so didnt think it was possible. Glad to know it is. Would be great if someone could take the time to write it up.

[pkdoyle]

Hopefully "jeznav" will come back and enlighten us.

[Star-fire]

Jailbreaking really is easy, took me about a whole 10 mins from non JBed phone to running MyWi.

Everything else works just the same.

[pkdoyle]

While jail breaking is nice, it is not an option for 3Gs/3.1.3 /latest boot rom users. Not to mention, if you are already a registered apple developer it would be nice to have the option to run MyWi w/o having to jail brake.

[melman101]

Yeah, it would be great to test MyWi on a 4.0 Beta OS :-)

I am hoping one of those users comes back and describes how to do this.

[yaroldb]

So. I have 3.0.1 installed on my iPhone 3gs. Used Redsnow to jailbreak and I've installed MyWi using Rock, Cydia, and just now purchases it over Cydia (MyWi no rock). I still can not get the thing to work. Anybody have any ideas? I have my wifi on, I can get a 3G signal, My iPad can see my network and connects to it, but it gives me a 169.254 IP address. When I try to connect to a web site, I get the " not connected to the Internet" message. I've read a bunch of threads but nothing has helped. Any Ideas?

[silverblack]

So. I have 3.0.1 installed on my iPhone 3gs. Used Redsnow to jailbreak and I've installed MyWi using Rock, Cydia, and just now purchases it over Cydia (MyWi no rock). I still can not get the thing to work. Anybody have any ideas? I have my wifi on, I can get a 3G signal, My iPad can see my network and connects to it, but it gives me a 169.254 IP address. When I try to connect to a web site, I get the " not connected to the Internet" message. I've read a bunch of threads but nothing has helped. Any Ideas?

Try changing the wifi channel around between 1, 6 or 11. On the iPad, do a "Forget this Network" and reconnect again.

[yaroldb]

Try changing the wifi channel around between 1, 6 or 11. On the iPad, do a "Forget this Network" and reconnect again.

Trying it now...

[yaroldb]

Trying it now...

No dice, if you're using MyWi, can you please tell me the IP address it gives you. It will only give me the 169.254.***.***. I think this is wrong.

[silverblack]

I got a 192.168.20.xx IP, so something isn't right. Try restarting the iPhone and iPad.

[Zethca]

Can anyone help me get this working on 3.1.3 or how to downgrade?

Something more than "only took me 5 min" would be highly appreciated

[silverblack]

Can anyone help me get this working on 3.1.3 or how to downgrade?

Something more than "only took me 5 min" would be highly appreciated

You will find all the information here
http://www.hackthatphone.com/

[ch4920]

So if i only want to jailbreak not unlock my iphone 3g with 3.1.3 i can just follow the steps here? http://www.redmondpie.com/sn0wbreeze-3.1.3-jailbreak-iphone-3g-3gs-3.1.3/ then i would be able to install mywi? is that correct? thanks

[Zethca]

You will find all the information here
http://www.hackthatphone.com/


Ok so it's just completely impossible to tether then if you've got 3.1.3?

[ml2k1]

I can only speak for the 3GS but if you never jailbroken before and you upgraded to 3.1.3 you can't jailbreak it. If you have 3.1.2 and a mac, use redsn0w for optimal results.

[Daremo]

Any news on the app wrapper tutorial? ;)

[pkdoyle]

It does not sound that difficult, given that you are a developer. What I cannot figure out is how you buy MyWi if you do not have a jail-broken phone. It seems you must first jail brake, load Cydia, or whatever, and then you can download MyWi or whatever. :confused:

Can anyone just say where you can download MyWi w/o a jail-broken phone?

[kwjohns]

Any news on the app wrapper tutorial? ;)

Not possible. Dude was just blowing smoke. Most wouldn't be jailbreaking if it were possible.

[WhatAmI]

It does not sound that difficult, given that you are a developer. What I cannot figure out is how you buy MyWi if you do not have a jail-broken phone. It seems you must first jail brake, load Cydia, or whatever, and then you can download MyWi or whatever. :confused:

Can anyone just say where you can download MyWi w/o a jail-broken phone?

Unless someone comes up with a working wrapper tutorial - can't be done. May I ask why you all are asking questions on how to JB your iPhones here in an iPad forum? Step up to the iPhone Hacks section on Macrumors, everything and everyone you can possible need is right there

[dhy8386]

Not possible. Dude was just blowing smoke. Most wouldn't be jailbreaking if it were possible.

I think you are missing the point. You can create any app if you are a developer and install it on your phone. But if it's doing anything apple doesn't like you just cant distribute it in mass. So you could recreate the mywi app if you could code and install on your phone. Thus to think there is a way to take an existing app and somehow rework it to install via your developer credentials iis not far fetched. However still may be impossible.

[bossxii]

..

[alex2792]

Yup works great, now I can finally get that $30 worth from that mandatory data plan that ATT sticks me with :cool:

[alex2792]

Can anyone just say where you can download MyWi w/o a jail-broken phone?

You can't because Apple doesn't allow it in the app store since nobody in their right mind will pay extra for the tethering plan once ATT actually rolls one out.

[pkdoyle]

Well sure they don't allow it in the App store but lot's of people have it. Granted they are mostly all jail-broken though. The question is, is there a non-Apple site where one can plunk down their $10 to get the application w/o using their phone?

[Whorehay]

My friend has MyWi on his original iPhone. So we plugged it in the charger and went on our way. It worked fine w/ the iPad, granted we were going at EDGE speeds but I could see how this would be useful. My only issue is that his phone got pretty hot after around 10 min of usage. So we shut it off and decided not to use it and charge it at the same time.

Any of you MyWi users experience this? I used PDANet on my Original iPhone back in the day and it never got that hot, I would say at most warm, although PDANet would often drain the battery faster than it was charging. Is it better to use USB tethering?

I'm thinking about getting another iPhone for my tethering needs, but may end up getting a MiFi or an Android phone.

[xiaoyuwang]

Ok so it's just completely impossible to tether then if you've got 3.1.3?

Not really, you can still jailbreak the 3.1.3 and use mywi on it without any issue.:D

[xiaoyuwang]

My friend has MyWi on his original iPhone. So we plugged it in the charger and went on our way. It worked fine w/ the iPad, granted we were going at EDGE speeds but I could see how this would be useful. My only issue is that his phone got pretty hot after around 10 min of usage. So we shut it off and decided not to use it and charge it at the same time.

Any of you MyWi users experience this? I used PDANet on my Original iPhone back in the day and it never got that hot, I would say at most warm, although PDANet would often drain the battery faster than it was charging. Is it better to use USB tethering?

I'm thinking about getting another iPhone for my tethering needs, but may end up getting a MiFi or an Android phone.


Yes, that happens to my iphone as well. really hot.

[kwjohns]

I think you are missing the point. You can create any app if you are a developer and install it on your phone. But if it's doing anything apple doesn't like you just cant distribute it in mass. So you could recreate the mywi app if you could code and install on your phone. Thus to think there is a way to take an existing app and somehow rework it to install via your developer credentials iis not far fetched. However still may be impossible.

Gonna be a bit hard to do that if the app doesn't have access outside of its sandbox and requires the jailbreak.

[Chris Rogers]

Not really, you can still jailbreak the 3.1.3 and use mywi on it without any issue.:D

+1

[ImperialX]

Not really, you can still jailbreak the 3.1.3 and use mywi on it without any issue.:D

3.1.3 cannot be jailbroken all the time. Some of the new baseband makes it un-jailbreakable unless you tether.

[Chris Rogers]

3.1.3 cannot be jailbroken all the time. Some of the new baseband makes it un-jailbreakable unless you tether.

I think the baseband only affects the UNLOCK not JB. I could be wrong though.

[wilycoder]

iPhone 3g, ver 3.1.3.

Jailbreak was successful.

installed MyWi from Cydia.

However, MyWi crashes after 10 seconds. I can't even fill out all the registration info before it crashes!

Is this a known issue? I can't find any help on google...

HALP!

edit: i created a RockID in the Rock app instead of doing the registration in MyWi. its working now :D

[Chris Rogers]

iPhone 3g, ver 3.1.3.

Jailbreak was successful.

installed MyWi from Cydia.

However, MyWi crashes after 10 seconds. I can't even fill out all the registration info before it crashes!

Is this a known issue? I can't find any help on google...

HALP!

edit: i created a RockID in the Rock app instead of doing the registration in MyWi. its working now :D

I think you can register in ROCK, and just login in MyWi. I did something similar (forgot) because I had the same issue w/ my 3g.

[xiaoyuwang]

The newer version of MyWi doesn't require ROCK. Try 3.4.3

iPhone 3g, ver 3.1.3.

Jailbreak was successful.

installed MyWi from Cydia.

However, MyWi crashes after 10 seconds. I can't even fill out all the registration info before it crashes!

Is this a known issue? I can't find any help on google...

HALP!

edit: i created a RockID in the Rock app instead of doing the registration in MyWi. its working now :D

[OceanView]

I still have iPhone os 3.0 on my 3GS. Should I keep the os or update before I JB?

[melman101]

I still have iPhone os 3.0 on my 3GS. Should I keep the os or update before I JB?

I don't know. Personally I would probably keep baseband and upgrade to 3.1.2, and then jailbreak and get mywi with no rock :-) that would be my plan

In other news, tethering is saving my life right now. I'm at this place that wants to charge $55 bucks for 3 days of internet. Ridiculous!!!!!!

[xiaoyuwang]

The difference is whether you want to unlock the iPhone or not. Upgrading to 3.1.2 still provides you ways to unlock the iPhone, however, as far as I know, 3.1.3's baseband will be trickier, or even impossible, to unlock.

In a nutshell, jailbreak can work up to 3.1.3, while unlock only up to 3.1.2.

If you just want to tether, but don't bother unlock. 3.1.3 should be ok for you. At least, that's what I do right now. Not a fan of AT&T, but not against it either.

I still have iPhone os 3.0 on my 3GS. Should I keep the os or update before I JB?

[spectre51]

Those of you just jail breaking 3.1.3 not unlocking what the easiest way to do that? I used to ail break my gene 1 iPhone issuing the pwnage tool. Can that still be done with 3.1.3?

[Lhendrick]

I used Pwnage tool 3.1.5 to jailbreak iPhone 3G running 3.1.3 with modem firmware level 5.12.01 It works great. Takes a few minutes.

[Zethca]

I used Pwnage tool 3.1.5 to jailbreak iPhone 3G running 3.1.3 with modem firmware level 5.12.01 It works great. Takes a few minutes.

I'm having no luck on my 3G or 3GS both are at 3.1.3, can somebody shoot me a link for jail breaking 3.1.3? google is not helping me

[xiaoyuwang]

I'm having no luck on my 3G or 3GS both are at 3.1.3, can somebody shoot me a link for jail breaking 3.1.3? google is not helping me

Here. Follow the instruction and enjoy. Now I am back to waiting for my 3g iPad.
http://www.iclarified.com/entries/index.php?caid=2&scid=11&seid=2

[zub3qin]

Just installed MyWi and running from my iPad now.
This is great!

So now does anyone know how much data use will set off a flag at AT&T?
I don't plan on doing mmuch more than normal surfing and YouTube and music on iPad when i'm not home. Is this a big data hog?

[NJRonbo]

I am also concerned about the data usage
and how much can be done before placing
a red flag with AT&T.

[tac22]

Just installed MyWi and running from my iPad now.
This is great!

So now does anyone know how much data use will set off a flag at AT&T?
I don't plan on doing mmuch more than normal surfing and YouTube and music on iPad when i'm not home. Is this a big data hog?

I heard at&t technically has a cap of 5gb, but i know some people who went over and nothing happened.

5gb should be plenty, as long as you don't stream video too often.

and At&t doesn't usually do anything unless you go over it monthly

[BobRichards]

is there an app for the blackberry bold 9000 that is like mywi? I have no iphone for my ipad. haha

[zub3qin]

I heard at&t technically has a cap of 5gb, but i know some people who went over and nothing happened.

5gb should be plenty, as long as you don't stream video too often.

and At&t doesn't usually do anything unless you go over it monthly


Thanks very much. Also is there any advantage to USB or Bluetooth tethering? Is it just tethering your MacBook to the iphone without wifi? I assume it uses less battery? Is it any faster? I just left Bluetooth and USB off for now.

Thanks again!

[zub3qin]

MyWi does work great! Yesterday I watched an entire episode of Modern Family on the ABC app via iPhone mywi tether :)

Just be careful with video streaming- I hear AT&T will flag you if you use more than 5GB per month data.....

[zub3qin]

All right all you smarties here....
I just got MyWi on my 3G and love it.


I know that OS 4.0 will disable jailbreak (no?) and therefore I won't upgrade. I will be updating my iPhone when the next version comes out.

So, can I get a new iPhone then, and then when I want to take advantage of MyWi, just pop out the sim and put it in my other iPhone?

Is it that easy to switch phones?

[OceanView]

All right all you smarties here....
I just got MyWi on my 3G and love it.


I know that OS 4.0 will disable jailbreak (no?) and therefore I won't upgrade. I will be updating my iPhone when the next version comes out.

So, can I get a new iPhone then, and then when I want to take advantage of MyWi, just pop out the sim and put it in my other iPhone?

Is it that easy to switch phones?

I don't think we will know until 4.0 comes out but I like the way you're thinking :D

I might do the same.

[wayne93117]

Works great!

http://www.redmondpie.com/pwnagetool-3.1.5-jailbreak-iphone-3.1.3-3g-3gs/
(http://www.redmondpie.com/pwnagetool-3.1.5-jailbreak-iphone-3.1.3-3g-3gs/)

[bossxii]

Just be careful with video streaming- I hear AT&T will flag you if you use more than 5GB per month data.....

It's going to be interesting to see if ATT does anything at all. They approved the Slingplayer app on 3G and just in the few weeks of the NCAA bball tourney I streamed well over 8 gigs in those few days. I pretty much watched all day at work and while traveling. So far no email or warning and they can't really do anything as they approved the app.

[avaloncourt]

Works great!

http://www.redmondpie.com/pwnagetool-3.1.5-jailbreak-iphone-3.1.3-3g-3gs/
(http://www.redmondpie.com/pwnagetool-3.1.5-jailbreak-iphone-3.1.3-3g-3gs/)

I also found this to be the best for my 3G on 3.1.3. It was done within minutes. Prior to this, I fought with Sn0wbreeze for a very long time and it never worked.

[Vic-Viper]

Absolutly love MyWi with the iPad. It kills battery life on the iPhone 3gs though. It locked my iphone one time to the point that the ONLY fix was to restore, so Im 3.1.3 instead of 3.1.2 since iTunes no longer lets you restore to an older firmware, even with the Option + Restore trick. Even modified the host. Made a custom 3.1.3 to flash that doesn't touch the baseband so Im good. Working great now though. Love internet anywhere and I already pay for a data plan. Not going to buy two, even when my iPad 3G shows up. I just wanted the option and need the GPS chip.

[OceanView]

Absolutly love MyWi with the iPad. It kills battery life on the iPhone 3gs though. It locked my iphone one time to the point that the ONLY fix was to restore, so Im 3.1.3 instead of 3.1.2 since iTunes no longer lets you restore to an older firmware, even with the Option + Restore trick. Even modified the host. Made a custom 3.1.3 to flash that doesn't touch the baseband so Im good. Working great now though. Love internet anywhere and I already pay for a data plan. Not going to buy two, even when my iPad 3G shows up. I just wanted the option and need the GPS chip.

Nice!

Can you report back and let us know how many minutes you can use the MyWi on a full charged iPhone? I would hate to do all this and find out it only lasts 20-30 minutes on a full charge.

[dhy8386]

Nice!

Can you report back and let us know how many minutes you can use the MyWi on a full charged iPhone? I would hate to do all this and find out it only lasts 20-30 minutes on a full charge.

Its much longer than that. I have a fresh jailbreak on 3.1.2. No backgrounder, no sbsettings, nothing except cydia and MyWi. Was in the park the other day browsing and watching the masters using MyWi and my iPad. Wasnt testing for this specifically but id say it went from 100% to 60% over about 45-1hr.

I have a 3GS which i have heavily used so my cycle count may be lower than some. Nonetheless, ill do a more formal test tonight and report back.

[yaroldb]

Its much longer than that. I have a fresh jailbreak on 3.1.2. No backgrounder, no sbsettings, nothing except cydia and MyWi. Was in the park the other day browsing and watching the masters using MyWi and my iPad. Wasnt testing for this specifically but id say it went from 100% to 60% over about 45-1hr.

I have a 3GS which i have heavily used so my cycle count may be lower than some. Nonetheless, ill do a more formal test tonight and report back.

I just used it on my lunch break, I tethered for 45 minutes with the phone at 100% (I have a dock for it on my desk at work). I watched a couple of Youtube videos, did some surfing and after it was all said and done my iPhone was at 90%. Not bad if you ask me. 3GS (got it launch day) with only Cydia and standard Apple apps.

[Rocs]

I have 3GS with version 3.1.3 (7E18) and the previous site says you need to have OLD boot rom to be able to jailbreak.. Where do I find my boot rom and what is the "old". Boot rom...? It says non MC Model.. My Model says MB717LL so Am I ok to Jailbreak?

[LSUtigers03]

All right all you smarties here....
I just got MyWi on my 3G and love it.


I know that OS 4.0 will disable jailbreak (no?) and therefore I won't upgrade. I will be updating my iPhone when the next version comes out.

So, can I get a new iPhone then, and then when I want to take advantage of MyWi, just pop out the sim and put it in my other iPhone?

Is it that easy to switch phones?

4.0 has been jailbroken already so soon after 4.0 is released officially the jailbreaks will be released.

[spectre51]

Here. Follow the instruction and enjoy. Now I am back to waiting for my 3g iPad.
http://www.iclarified.com/entries/index.php?caid=2&scid=11&seid=2

pwnage app isn't working for me. Get to the part where it says to plug the iphone in and it will do the recovery mode stuff but never detects that it is plugged in. If you look at the most recent comments on this page http://www.iclarified.com/entry/comments.php?enid=5432&laid=33#commentsanchor you can see others are getting the same issue.

[xraydoc]

Does jailbreaking the iPhone still disable push notifications? Or has that issue been solved?

[LSUtigers03]

Does jailbreaking the iPhone still disable push notifications? Or has that issue been solved?

When was this an issue? I've had my iPhone jailbroken since push notifications came out and I've never had a problem getting them.

[xraydoc]

When was this an issue? I've had my iPhone jailbroken since push notifications came out and I've never had a problem getting them.

I had read this a few times. Here's one such blog post...
http://www.tipb.com/2009/07/07/jailbreak-users-problems-push-notification/

[Rocs]

Will they have to release a new version of Myfi to work with the up and coming jailebroken OS 4.0?

[FastangV6]

still no app wrapper tutorial, must not be possible, dang.

[Daremo]

still no app wrapper tutorial, must not be possible, dang.

If you have a developer account, it's entirely possible. It's just a matter of decompressing the file and wrapping it in xcode. It's can get a bit tricky, with of trial and error, so we're hoping the man who accomplished this already can post the tutorial, for the rest of us, so it will work right off the bat. I'm keeping the faith! haha

[funrush]

Is there a free alternative to MyWi?

[mbsaeger]

Damn it... I'm rockin' 4.0, so no MiWi for me...

[sjinsjca]

I have been trying to do that and it sees and connects to my iPhone but when I try to surf it says not connected to the Internet

There was a thread recently with that symptom. Turned out the user was running iPhone OS 3.0. IIRC, upgrading to 3.1.2 fixed his issue.

[sjinsjca]

Just posted this in another thread.

Just purchased the MyWi (No Rock)
app for my jailbroken iPhone 3GS for $10.

It does not tether the 3GS signal.

In fact, will not even connect unless I
turn the WIFI setting on my iPhone to ON.

No use to tether the WIFI signal I already
have. I need to tether the 3G signal.

Can someone help?

Also, does AT&T charge extra for tethering
3G thru an app like MyWi?

Thanks in advance for the help.

As I just posted in response to someone else's issue, we had a thread recently with similar symptoms, and turned out the user was running iPhoneOS 3.0. Need 3.1.2, IIRC, to get MiWi to work. He/she upgraded, and it solved the problem.

[sjinsjca]

If you have a developer account you can run the MyWi code on your iPhone without jailbreaking

..."the MiWi code"... You mean source code? Where does one get that?

[mbsaeger]

..."the MiWi code"... You mean source code? Where does one get that?

Yes, Please share. If you can provide it, I can compile it for a few of you. I already checked GitHub. WHo id the seller/dev of miwi?

[yaroldb]

As I just posted in response to someone else's issue, we had a thread recently with similar symptoms, and turned out the user was running iPhoneOS 3.0. Need 3.1.2, IIRC, to get MiWi to work. He/she upgraded, and it solved the problem.

Yep, that was me. Vinniefish helped me get my iPhone 3gs to 3.1.2 and am using now. It worked perfectly after that.

[andrewb21]

Ok guys, this should clear it up for any iPhone 3GS users running an old boot rom. You can JB and unlock the 3GS on 3.1.3 with Snowbreeze:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nl3qygshLLM

[MatthewStorm]

Yes...<groan>....you've been able to for some time now.

[gkrykewy]

Tried wifi tethering with my newly rooted android phone for the first time today- it was amazing; I was getting 200k/s downloads to my iPad.

[OceanView]

Ok guys, this should clear it up for any iPhone 3GS users running an old boot rom. You can JB and unlock the 3GS on 3.1.3 with Snowbreeze:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nl3qygshLLM

Thanks for the link.
I just have 1 question, what is considered old boot rom?
Is that the firmware number? mine is 04.26.08 is this old?

[Carniphage]

I found this thread yesterday.
And I can kiss a good hour of my life away working-out what all that means.

Here's the theory.
There is an XCode template called Crappstore. This is the source of the "wrapper".

Installing this into XCode lets you build and run existing .ipa bundles. Presumably the unsigned app is embedded inside some kind of legitimised signed xcode app.

So the theory to get MiWi running is.
1) Download the MiWi file from somewhere. It is a Cydia (DEB) package.
2) Open up the DEB file and turn it into a IPA file.
3) Use XCode, Crappstore and this new IPA to install it onto an non-jailbroken phone.

That's the theory.

In practice .. I get a Codesign error in step 3.
Nor will it run on the simulator.

Perhaps someone else could have a go!

C.

[pkdoyle]

Carniphage, so w/o jail-braking how did you get your mits on MyWi????? That is what is stopping most developers who would be interested in trying this.

It's like this: if you have anything older than a 3Gs w/ 3.1.3 (new bootrom) then you just jailbrake and buy MyWi. You are not interested in this process. If you have a 3Gs w/ 3.1.3 (new bootrom) then you are very much interested in this process BUT as you cannot jailbrake you cannot download MyWi to even try this.

So - where can we try/buy MyWi w/o jailbraking?????

And I am going to scream if one more person posts "Just jailbrake your phone and don't worry about all this codesign stuff." For crapsake we (3Gs 3.1.3 new bootrom owners) cannot do that! :mad:

[DravenGSX]

You don't need Cydia to get packages from the Repos. Cydia is a front end for apt. You can use apt to get the packages on your computer and modify them as instructed above.

Google apt for more info.

[Carniphage]

Carniphage, so w/o jail-braking how did you get your mits on MyWi????? That is what is stopping most developers who would be interested in trying this.



I ..err.. found a file. Purporting to be MyWi.
"Intelliborn.MyWi.v3.4.2.iPhone.Cracked-NGNPDA.rar"
It was on a file-sharing site. Not a torrent.

Which I am guessing is just a "liberated" version of MyWi.

I was just trying to get it running on a non-jailbroken Phone using the XCode wrapper method.

C.

[wilycoder]

Ever since jailbreaking, my iPhone 3g's battery life is really crappy.

Is this a known issue with jailbreaking?

[melman101]

Hopefully people can get this running without a jailbreak. That would be awesome!!! :-)

In other news, I've been using tethering a my main internet for my ipad since Saturday evening on my iphone 3GS data plan and I've only used 768 megs so far. Very happy with my decision to go wifi over 3G. I don't for see me ever using this thing as a gps as when I need to get somewhere I whip out my iPhone as its much easier :-)

This solution works great for me and i am thrilled I went this route.

[NJRonbo]

Ever since jailbreaking, my iPhone 3g's battery life is really crappy.

Is this a known issue with jailbreaking?

Not for me.

Then again, I keep my WiFi turned off until I
absolutely need to use it.

Same goes for the Bluetooth.

[nooaah]

I ..err.. found a file. Purporting to be MyWi.
"Intelliborn.MyWi.v3.4.2.iPhone.Cracked-NGNPDA.rar"
It was on a file-sharing site. Not a torrent.

Which I am guessing is just a "liberated" version of MyWi.

I was just trying to get it running on a non-jailbroken Phone using the XCode wrapper method.

C.
If you get this to work, I will get a sex change just to propose. :rolleyes:

[Carniphage]

If you get this to work, I will get a sex change just to propose. :rolleyes:

I am spoken for.

But given my experience so far... Your tunk is probably safe.

C.

http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=tunk

[BruiserBear]

I've got a 3GS with the latest official firmware.


I'm very interested in using this MyWi app. I've got 2 questions.

1) If I don't want to jailbreak, is there any possible way to get MyWi working on my iPhone?

2) If I do jailbreak, is there any way to ever get myself back to the official firmware?

[ngenerator]

I've got a 3GS with the latest official firmware.


I'm very interested in using this MyWi app. I've got 2 questions.

1) If I don't want to jailbreak, is there any possible way to get MyWi working on my iPhone?

2) If I do jailbreak, is there any way to ever get myself back to the official firmware?

1. No
2. Yes, a restore

If you are on the latest firmware (3.1.3) on a 3GS, you are currently not able to jailbreak if you haven't already.

[NJRonbo]

I have yet to hear anyone, outside of
developers who have been able to get
MyWi working on an unjailbroken phone.

Yes, if you jailbreak your phone you can
go back to the original firmware.

You simply reset the iPhone via iTunes.

My only concern would be that if you
started with, say 3.1.2, when you restore
it will upgrade to the newest firmware
which you will not be able to jailbreak again
at the moment.

I may be wrong in some of this so I look
forward to other answers.

The main point I wanted to drive home is
that jailbreaking is VERY easy and for the
most part VERY safe. You can reset the
phone back to its original state quite easily.

Be sure to do a full backup first before
doing anything.

[Carniphage]

My only concern would be that if you
started with, say 3.1.2, when you restore
it will upgrade to the newest firmware
which you will not be able to jailbreak again
at the moment.
.

I am no expert on this stuff.
But you can restore back to where you started. If you have the firmware available.

C.

[Cinemagic]

Ever since jailbreaking, my iPhone 3g's battery life is really crappy.

Is this a known issue with jailbreaking?

My WiFi and Bluetooth are turned on. No difference in battery life from before and after jailbreaking. Just be sure that if you installed MyFi, that you keep it off unless you are actually tethering. MyFi will suck the life out of your iPhone.

[pkdoyle]

I found this thread yesterday.
So the theory to get MiWi running is.
1) Download the MiWi file from somewhere. It is a Cydia (DEB) package.
2) Open up the DEB file and turn it into a IPA file.
3) Use XCode, Crappstore and this new IPA to install it onto an non-jailbroken phone.


So Carniphage could you expand on #3 a little? I have seen videos that say to extract the MyWi.app from the DEB file and just drop it in your iTunes app window and Presto! iTunes converts it to an IPA for you.

This has not been my experience with iTunes 9.1. Nothings happens.
Did you do this in another way?

[Carniphage]

So Carniphage could you expand on #3 a little? I have seen videos that say to extract the MyWi.app from the DEB file and just drop it in your iTunes app window and Presto! iTunes converts it to an IPA for you.

This has not been my experience with iTunes 9.1. Nothings happens.
Did you do this in another way?

Step 2 involves running a CLI command to expand the DEB - to reveal the app.
Dragging the app into iTunes (no longer) creates an ipa.
The IPA file seems to be just a ZIP file containing the app, the icon and some other pref data. I think this is where I am going wrong.

Step 3 is dragging the IPA file into the Crappstore project and building it.


C.

[iTzChasE]

Quick question. I've been using MyWi for awhile and is there anyway to reset the usage? When ever I turn it on, it has my old data usage as well. I would like to reset this every month so I know how much Data I use that month.

Thanks. :)
I'm on my iPad right now using MyWi.

[damhack]

Anyone know if PDANet works on iPad?

[ciaran00]

FYI,

Never disable the MyWi Mobilesubstrate addon inside SBSettings. Don't do it :)

Uninstall should treat you ok if you really wanna uninstall.

[Daremo]

Step 2 involves running a CLI command to expand the DEB - to reveal the app.
Dragging the app into iTunes (no longer) creates an ipa.
The IPA file seems to be just a ZIP file containing the app, the icon and some other pref data. I think this is where I am going wrong.

Step 3 is dragging the IPA file into the Crappstore project and building it.


C.

I have the same MyFi build as you, CrappStore, I've managed to extract the .deb file, showing some internal files, including the .app file, and from here, I don't know where to put them in the Crappstore file.

So if I understand this right, the .app file INSIDE the .deb file, now needs to be converted into a .ipa file?

I'm so confused. :o

[Carniphage]

I have the same MyFi build as you, CrappStore, I've managed to extract the .deb file, showing some internal files, including the .app file, and from here, I don't know where to put them in the Crappstore file.

So if I understand this right, the .app file INSIDE the .deb file, now needs to be converted into a .ipa file?

I'm so confused. :o

I am not much better.

As I understand it. The Crappstore will create a valid app - which contains the "illegitimate" app. To build the app - you need to drag the IPA package into a MyWi project folder and build.

So we need to create a valid IPA file from the app inside the DEB package.
As far as I can tell. IPAs are just ZIP files containing the app, the icon and some other pref stuff.

C.

[Kawjumper201]

Sorry I just got mywi so I'm new but what's the advantages to putting it on a non jailbroken iPhone. I wouldn't think you could upgrade with it to 3.1.3. R u saying u can install it on 3.1.3? Again real new go easy on me

[OceanView]

Sorry I just got mywi so I'm new but what's the advantages to putting it on a non jailbroken iPhone. I wouldn't think you could upgrade with it to 3.1.3. R u saying u can install it on 3.1.3? Again real new go easy on me

They are talking about installing MyWi on a non jailbroken phone using OS 4 for developers.

[andrewb21]

YES you can jailbreak iPhone 3GS running 3.1.3 with Snowbreeze if you have an non mc (old bootrom) phone (meaning your model number doesn't start with MC)

[Daremo]

I am not much better.

As I understand it. The Crappstore will create a valid app - which contains the "illegitimate" app. To build the app - you need to drag the IPA package into a MyWi project folder and build.

So we need to create a valid IPA file from the app inside the DEB package.
As far as I can tell. IPAs are just ZIP files containing the app, the icon and some other pref stuff.

C.

If you view all contents of the .app itself, you can see all the pieces of the app. Perhaps it's coping those, and putting them where they belong in xcode?

I need to find a way on the mac, to convert the .app to an ipa since iTunes doesn't allow it anymore.

[Carniphage]

If you view all contents of the .app itself, you can see all the pieces of the app. Perhaps it's coping those, and putting them where they belong in xcode?

Don't think that is needed. All you need is a valid IPA file. Drag that into the MyWi XCode project folder. And build.

In theory.


I need to find a way on the mac, to convert the .app to an ipa since iTunes doesn't allow it anymore.

As far as I can tell a IPA is just a renamed zip file - containing the app and some other files. Try unzipping some.

C.

[Phatcat73]

Quick question. I've been using MyWi for awhile and is there anyway to reset the usage? When ever I turn it on, it has my old data usage as well. I would like to reset this every month so I know how much Data I use that month.

Thanks. :)
I'm on my iPad right now using MyWi.


Assuming your on AT&T, download their free mywireless app. It should be more accurate. Otherwise if you re using another carrier, they may have an online account for you to log into.

[jaykk]

As far as I can tell a IPA is just a renamed zip file - containing the app and some other files. Try unzipping some.

C.

Did you manage to get it working on a non jailbroken phone? Just wondering before wasting time finding all the files online etc., then build xcode project etc.

[rtabdo]

iPad and mywi really is amazing. I love it. Def no need for a 3G version when you have a jailbroken iPhone! Plus no monthly fees!!

[Carniphage]

Did you manage to get it working on a non jailbroken phone? Just wondering before wasting time finding all the files online etc., then build xcode project etc.

No. I gave up.
But Jeznav in post 52 says he succeeded.

C.

[oftheheavens]

Anyone know if PDANet works on iPad?

No it won't due to the fact that you have to have the PDA software installed on the device receiving the tethering.

On another note mywi is awesome for the iPad it is blazing fast. I bought a car. Charger for my iPhone so that i have a mobile hot spot in my car. And it is awesome.

[Hey Now]

I used MyWi on my iPhone 3G for 45 minutes yesterday, running the battery down from 90% to about 50%. I shut down the MyWi app, and then saw a few hours later my phone had only 20% battery remaining, and it was fully dead a few hours after that. This type of battery drain is not typical for my phone, and this has not happened after previous uses of the MyWi app.

I am certain I shut down MyWi, so I don't know what else was going on that would kill my battery so fast. Is this behavior typical? Was something left running in the background?

I have very mixed feelings about this MyWi solution. It's been buggy and now there's this phantom battery drain.

[NJRonbo]

No phantom drain. MyWi tethering kills battery.

Invest in a iPhone charger such as the Richard
Solo or similar.

[Hey Now]

No phantom drain. MyWi tethering kills battery.


I know tethering uses lots of battery, but I stopped tethering and shut down MyWi at 50% battery level. The phone lost another 30% in a few hours - with no additional use of any kind. Dead shortly after. Something ate that remaining 50% of battery life, that's my point.

[unkn0wnsoldier]

I know tethering uses lots of battery, but I stopped tethering and shut down MyWi at 50% battery level. The phone lost another 30% in a few hours - with no additional use of any kind. Dead shortly after. Something ate that remaining 50% of battery life, that's my point.

For me, mywi always keeps running after I turn it off. The next time you use it, check to see if it is still broadcasting a wifi signal. Mine does. The only way to really stop it is to reboot my phone. Annoying, yes, but I don't really use it all that much.

[Hey Now]

For me, mywi always keeps running after I turn it off. The next time you use it, check to see if it is still broadcasting a wifi signal. Mine does. The only way to really stop it is to reboot my phone. Annoying, yes, but I don't really use it all that much.

I've used MyWi before and this is the first time I've had this problem (apparently not turning off even though it indicates it has).

This app has been inconsistent and buggy, I'd hardly describe it as "amazing." With the launch of the iPad, hopefully another developer will recognize this opportunity to make a lot of cash by providing a competitive solution that actually works well. I'd pay more for a better app.

[airfrancisco]

Trying out MyWi for the first time; however, I ran into minor problem such as not connecting to internet. Tried on my mac and gave the same message as ipad. Then checked network under mac setting and was given self-assigned ip address, so I know it's not working. I was able to tether thru bluetooth and usb, but not wifi. I changed from 1-11 channels and none works. Also, am I suppose to see any signal bars from iPhone because it was showing no bars at all?

[taknightta]

I have non-jailbroken 3.1.3 and have MyWi running on it. I just created a wrapper on .app, codesign with my developer credentials, gets installed via Xcode and it works.

Currently figuring out how MyWi works. It's using private frameworks which Apple won't allow in the Appstore. Better if the just implement Wifi tether in the OS.


Since I just signed up for the developer program, I thought I'd give this a try.

I can't see, though, how this can work with MyWi, which requires some additional libraries to be installed that, I think, can only be installed on a jailbroken phone.

But I've been looking at PdaNet - this doesn't seem to have that same issue....but although I've converted the cydia deb file to an IPA
("ar vx filename.deb", and then untar the data.tar.gz file, find the PdaNet.app file, and put it in a folder named "Payload", and then zip that into a file you rename PdaNet.ipa).......I can't get the crappstore project to fully build. I'm getting an error on the codesign - the project builds, the various scripts unzip the ipa and copy stuff into place, but when xcode tries to do the "codesign -f -s.....", I get an error:


"............/PdaNet/build/Release-iphoneos/PdaNet.app: code object is not signed"

Any ideas? Anybody gotten a crappstore-wrapped ipa to properly work?

(I know my base developer credentials are fine - I got iProxy up and running and installed on my non-jailbroken phone just fine....so I must be missing something, or there's something in the PdaNet.app that's messing things up, but I can't figure it out).

[kwjohns]

taknightta:

PDAnet requires that the devices that will be connecting to it will have to setup an adhoc network. Can't do that with the iPad, so it would be useless to install. MyWi is the only option. MyWi uses Mobile Substrate so it can't be done. jeznav doesn't have it working and that's why he hasn't explained how he did it.

[Carniphage]

Since I just signed up for the developer program, I thought I'd give this a try.

I can't see, though, how this can work with MyWi, which requires some additional libraries to be installed that, I think, can only be installed on a jailbroken phone.

I am not certain you are right about this. Why do you think MyWi is dependent upon "installed libraries"?


But I've been looking at PdaNet
If you want PdaNet to work - why not just build and run iProxy? iProxy is a PdaNet-a-like distributed as XCode source.

I don't think this will work with the iPad however.

C.

[naftalim]

I have a 3Gs and still have my older 3G, so jailbroke the 3G and loaded MyWi. Have to switch in SIM card, but not a big issue.

WEP has some problems. Also, the speed seems slower than WiFi at home.

I have the Rogers 6GB Data plan, so should be ok with data usage. I mostly use the iPad at home, so for the occasional need to use in a non WiFi location, it will work.

[cyberheater]

Since I just signed up for the developer program, I thought I'd give this a try.

I'll be interested to see if you get this to work. It would almost be worth ponying up the $99 just to be able to install this on your iPhone 3gs etc... rather then try to jailbreak it.

[taknightta]

PDAnet requires that the devices that will be connecting to it will have to setup an adhoc network. Can't do that with the iPad, so it would be useless to install. MyWi is the only option. MyWi uses Mobile Substrate so it can't be done. jeznav doesn't have it working and that's why he hasn't explained how he did it.[/QUOTE]




Oops! Yeah, you're right. I was going on some second-hand info that pdanet could do a wifi hotspot like MiFi....should have checked that out myself.

I have done iProxy...but I'm looking for a way to do this that'll work with other things like iSSH.

Looks like I'll have to do what naftalim has done....I'll get my old 3G back from my kid, and use that, and just swap SIMM cards as necessary. Now...where did I put that old old iphone...(she'll never give the 3G back without something in trade :-)

[Blacklabel34]

:eek::eek::eek:
I decided to hold off on a 3g iPad and I couldn't be happier. After reading through this thread I decided to give it a shot.
5 minutes later my iPad was connected to the internet via my iphone 3G
THIS ROCKS!!!! Thank you for the post:D:D:D

[spectre51]

Wish I could jailbreak my 3.1.3 3GS. Pwnage tool wouldn't work. Bootrom 5.13.03

[liquidtrend]

One major question on tethering. I've used mywi a handful of times via my mbp and iPad, but I'm real curious on how much data I can get away with until AT&T notices and trys to cap me.

Has anybody come across this problem yet?

How much data are you all exercising a month on your bill because of mywi, if you don't mind me asking...

The max I've racked up was about 1gb...

[colmaclean]

The max I've racked up was about 10mb...

In what length of time? A 5-minute Youtube video would use up that much.

[liquidtrend]

In what length of time? A 5-minute Youtube video would use up that much.

Fixed. My apologies for typing between 2-3 a.m. half awake.

But seriously...is anyone worried about being overcharged from AT&T because of the "misuse" of the unlimited data? Or at which point should someone start to worry? And when I say worry, I say it in a not so threatening "oh no..AT&T is going to charge me" way, but a "AT&T is going to charge me...darn." kind of way.

[ngenerator]

Wish I could jailbreak my 3.1.3 3GS. Pwnage tool wouldn't work. Bootrom 5.13.03

Haha, you thought it would work just as a fluke? Nice!

[Pared]

For me, mywi always keeps running after I turn it off. The next time you use it, check to see if it is still broadcasting a wifi signal. Mine does. The only way to really stop it is to reboot my phone. Annoying, yes, but I don't really use it all that much.

I've used MyWi before and this is the first time I've had this problem (apparently not turning off even though it indicates it has).

This app has been inconsistent and buggy, I'd hardly describe it as "amazing." With the launch of the iPad, hopefully another developer will recognize this opportunity to make a lot of cash by providing a competitive solution that actually works well. I'd pay more for a better app.

Does no one else have this problem or is everyone else just ignoring it? Still happens to me.

[unkn0wnsoldier]

Does no one else have this problem or is everyone else just ignoring it? Still happens to me.

For me, the solution is to either deal with the bugs in mywi or not have the internet at some places. I connect my iphone to an external battery while at school and surf the net on my iPad. It works for me because I leave it on for a few hours at a time. If I was tethering for 10 minutes every hour or so, I'd really be looking hard at getting the iPad 3G.

[Pared]

Well I fixed it by downgrading to 3.4.2.

The issue started for me on 3.4.3.

[Acevesx]

just did this on my iphone 3.1.3 amazing, browsing the web on the ipad now!

How do I turn MyWi off though? after I exit the app it still broadcast the signal, even after turning the phone off and back on!

[HXGuy]

just did this on my iphone 3.1.3 amazing, browsing the web on the ipad now!

How do I turn MyWi off though? after I exit the app it still broadcast the signal, even after turning the phone off and back on!

You have to actually go in and switch it to OFF from within the app.

[Acevesx]

oops forgot to mention that as well, sorry I did that too! I think I got it to stop though just had to power the phone off a couple times and turned wifi on and off on the ipad.

[dstar]

Trying out MyWi for the first time; however, I ran into minor problem such as not connecting to internet. Tried on my mac and gave the same message as ipad. Then checked network under mac setting and was given self-assigned ip address, so I know it's not working. I was able to tether thru bluetooth and usb, but not wifi. I changed from 1-11 channels and none works. Also, am I suppose to see any signal bars from iPhone because it was showing no bars at all?

If you are using WEP you may want to check the key. MyWi auto fills a short key with 0's to complete the key length. You need to match it on your connecting devices.

[HXGuy]

oops forgot to mention that as well, sorry I did that too! I think I got it to stop though just had to power the phone off a couple times and turned wifi on and off on the ipad.

I have actually noticed it sometimes does not want to turn off but turning it off from the app and then turning off Wifi from the Settings usually works for me when I have tested it.

[meagain]

Anyone know how to get the SBSettings Tether toggle to work with MyWi? That would be nice.

[azsprty]

Not to be negative Nancy but what's e point. I downloaded it and its ok but just about everywhere I go I can get wifi and if not I just use my phone to hop online....so whats the point of this?

[Whorehay]

Not to be negative Nancy but what's e point. I downloaded it and its ok but just about everywhere I go I can get wifi and if not I just use my phone to hop online....so whats the point of this?

When you're not near WiFi?

[Damon Hill]

Anyone know how to get the SBSettings Tether toggle to work with MyWi? That would be nice.

Not sure, but that's a great idea.

[azsprty]

When you're not near WiFi?

Can't you just use your phone

[medicscott]

yes

[Carniphage]

Are you out of the House (if Yes continue)
Is WiFi Available. (if No continue)
Is there a cellphone signal (If Yes continue)
Is using your iPhone out of the question (if Yes continue)
Do you have your iPad with you(if Yes continue)
Does Paying $15 a month seem overpriced for covering this rare eventuality?(if Yes continue)

A: Jailbreak.

C.

[OceanView]

Are you out of the House (if Yes continue)
Is WiFi Available. (if No continue)
Is there a cellphone signal (If Yes continue)
Is using your iPhone out of the question (if Yes continue)
Do you have your iPad with you(if Yes continue)
Does Paying $15 a month seem overpriced for covering this rare eventuality?(if Yes continue)

A: Jailbreak.

C.

LOL!

So Logical!

[Advil]

I'm currently on a road trip from Dallas, Texas to Ames, Iowa. Riding shotgun with my iPhone on MyWi and my iPad logged in :)

Currently in the Kansas city area. Getting about 2 mbits on speediest and the ABC app is working flawlessly!

[livenlaugh]

Sorry for the dumb newbie question but, will I have to keep the ipad and iphone connected to each other to be able to use mywi or can it be done wirelessly? How quick are you able to access mywi? I keep picturing that its a long process to do. I would only want mywi like 3-4 hours a week and don't want it to be a hassle.

[Star56]

Sorry for the dumb newbie question but, will I have to keep the ipad and iphone connected to each other to be able to use mywi or can it be done wirelessly? How quick are you able to access mywi? I keep picturing that its a long process to do. I would only want mywi like 3-4 hours a week and don't want it to be a hassle.

No. The iphone and ipad are not physically connected. It is done wireless.

It is a very simple process and perfect for someone like yourself who only needs occasional 3G access.

[livenlaugh]

No. The iphone and ipad are not physically connected. It is done wireless.

It is a very simple process and perfect for someone like yourself who only needs occasional 3G access.



My iphone has the 3.1.3 and the first few posts says its not possible to jailbreak it while later it says it can be jb with spirit. Is that true?

[ngenerator]

My iphone has the 3.1.3 and the first few posts says its not possible to jailbreak it while later it says it can be jb with spirit. Is that true?

Yes, you can jb w/ spirit. Those posts were written before spirit was released

[livenlaugh]

I'm a newbie when it comes to technical computer stuff, I came here to say that I got my iPad today and used spirit and mywi w/ rock and it's amazing. Was very simple for me and I'm on 3.1.3. I had to test it out so I brought it with me when I went to walmart and it rocks!!!!!! This will save me tons!!:D:D

[T4R06]

That is why I sold my wifi... It is really PITA using iPhone and wifi combo..

Sold the wifi over CL or eBay. Its not late yet. You can still sold it for the price you bought it. Thetn go for 64GB 3G

[ErikX]

I use MyWi on a Iphone 3G to get internet access on my Ipad. It does work, but only for a few minutes at a time. After 3-5 minutes the connection just dies. There are no error messages, and nothing else that indicates something is wrong. To get network back I have to tunrn wifi off/on on my Ipad, and use the Fix Tethering option in MyWi. Annoying..

[prettibwoy]

has anyone tried connecting their blackberry or other mobile device to their mywi connection on the iphone? i can get my ipad and laptop to connect to the iphone wifi immideately but the blackberry doesnt even see the network when searching. any help please

[antster94]

How bad does it make the battery life on your iphone? I'm considering using it on my 3GS with an iPad, is it terrible?

[Carniphage]

How bad does it make the battery life on your iphone? I'm considering using it on my 3GS with an iPad, is it terrible?

It *was* bad. A couple of hours use with MyWi would take a charge down from 100% to 20%

However, the (very) new version of MyWi has a variable power setting. I can't see why you'd want more than minimal power. Set it to 30% - and I think you'd get 5 or 6 hours of sharing.

C.

[LastZion]

It *was* bad. A couple of hours use with MyWi would take a charge down from 100% to 20%

However, the (very) new version of MyWi has a variable power setting. I can't see why you'd want more than minimal power. Set it to 30% - and I think you'd get 5 or 6 hours of sharing.

C.

Awesome, just got my Ipad yesterday. Waiting patiently for the 4.0 jailbreak, $20 for the app now, still well worth it :)

[bedifferent]

Kudos! Now I'm waiting for the iPhone Dev Team to release the jailbreak for iPhone 4 iOS4 to tether my iPad. :D

[GinoDotCom]

Awesome, just got my Ipad yesterday. Waiting patiently for the 4.0 jailbreak, $20 for the app now, still well worth it :)

$20 bucks for the MyWi app now?

[NJRonbo]

$20 bucks for the MyWi app now?

Yup, unless you are upgrading from the previous
version then it is $10.

Well worth the $20 cost. You are saving hundreds
per year in tethering costs.

BTW, Spoke to the company. Anyone having disconnect
problems with the new version should download the update
as it takes care of all the problematic issues that buyers
were initially having. Way to go!

[antster94]

It *was* bad. A couple of hours use with MyWi would take a charge down from 100% to 20%

However, the (very) new version of MyWi has a variable power setting. I can't see why you'd want more than minimal power. Set it to 30% - and I think you'd get 5 or 6 hours of sharing.

C.

Ok cool thanks, I think that I am going to try to have my iphone plugged into a wall then whilst I use it for MyWi.

[pelicanflip]

Ok cool thanks, I think that I am going to try to have my iphone plugged into a wall then whilst I use it for MyWi.

careful your iPhone doesn't overheat and explode lol.


it's $20 now for MiWi? not cool...

[Carniphage]

careful your iPhone doesn't overheat and explode lol.

it's $20 now for MiWi? not cool...

The new version has a low power mode. So the handwarmer function has been disabled.

$20 is still a bargain in my book.

C.

[NJRonbo]

Carniphage,

Thank Goodness you see the light.

My God, $20 is NOTHING compared
to what you are saving in tethering
costs from AT&T each month.

[aohus]

LOL @ all the mywi + ipad folks. What a terrible way to tether

I tether via bluetooth, and I am able to get perfect 3G speeds from Verizon. (without paying for tethering plan)

You can tether using any smartphone / dumbphone (provided that phone has bluetooth capability + data plan) iPhone currently not supported, but currently in the works to be supported by ibluever.

App is called 'ibluever' and is only $5 compared to the horsecrap you call mywi which is $20.

go to ibluever.blogspot.com for bluetooth dun capabilities.

One benefit i get from using this is the AMPLE battery life I get while tethered.