A simple photo shoot turned into an insane video. Earlier today Heidi and I were at the beach taking relatively normal pictures. Until I realized that you could take a picture of your mouth and zoom in on the iphone.

Here’s some big news for the guys who’ve been enjoying the past few releases of ZodTTD’s gpSPhone GBA emulator for the iPhone. The developer has just announced the release of this homebrew’s v1.7.0 beta.

This new build will feature, among other things, better overall performance and improved sounds. Here’s the changelog (quoting ZodTTD’s post):

• Properly syncs sound to gameplay. Sound quality is greatly improved in this version. Now uses proper use of signaling conditions in threads to sync sound.
• Performance increased due to using new compiler from the developer saurik, and assorted bug fixes.
• Thanks to NerveGas of NES.app, bug fixes were submitted and used to properly handle GUI aspects such as the navbar now being at the top

Those planning to run the new build will first need to properly set the GBA game directory on the iPhone to have world writable permissions. You’ll also need to have the proper GBA BIOS file gba_bios.bin file loaded in your phone to avoid errors.

We further remind the readers that this release is meant for the Beta Testers Club at the developer’s home site. if you’re part of this group, you’ll want to visit the source link to pick up the new build.

iPodObserver posted an image that they claim represents what the rumored 3G iPhone will look like:

Apparently the new iPhone will also sport a glossy black back, replacing the satin nickel look found on the current model.

Image via Wikipedia

Engadget has posted screenshots of the newest iPhone 2.0 Beta which was just released yesterday. One of the big features added to the latest beta is the ability to search contacts.

I have been asked, more than once, what my favorite apps are. So, I decided to give it some thought and create a list! I couldn’t get the list down to five…so, below are my top ten apps and why. I did not include BSDSubsystem, OpenSSH, Installer and Customize in the list…I figured they were obvious!! Let me know in the comments what your top five fav apps are!!

10. iBirthday. Stylish interface, useful and I love the little message it leaves at the top of the SpringBoard!

9. Sketches. Amazingly well put together! A classic app and a must have for any iPhone!

8. MxTube. I love being able to download videos to my iPhone without being connected to iTunes! Very convenient though, it does randomly have issues.

7. TimeCapsule. One of a kind app, user friendly and saves me A TON of time after a restore!! Plus I love the icon!

6. SpringDial. Easy to use and another time saver. All I have to do is tap the contact’s pic on my SpringBoard and voilà…I’m calling them. Perfect!

5. TTR. Guitar Hero on the iPhone…how can you go wrong!! Very well put together, customizable and totally addicting!!

4. Converter. Beautiful interface, tons of options and extremely useful.

3. Caterpillar. Adds a huge amount of features to my iPhone that are amazing!

2. XLaunch. Allows me to easily find apps but, the part I cant live without, is the ability to set an app as the Home Button double tap!! All I have to do it double tap my Home button to launch Installer!! I will have it no other way!

1. Capture. I use this app ALL THE TIME! It does exactly what it is supposed to do, every time! I like that it stays above pop-ups on the touch layers…meaning I can take screenshots of pop-ups with no problem. It is simple to use, convenient and reliable.