Software Upgrade 2.2.1 Features Revealed | Planet iPhones

Posted on 01-18-2009
Tagged Under (News) by sims5677

     After many months of speculation as to what Apple will include in their newest software update, it seems that will yet again not deliver what their customers ask for.

     Just a few days ago, it was disclosed that the 2.2.1 software for the iPhone and iPod Touch family of devices was in the final stages of testing. It is said to be released in the next few weeks. Also disclosed, was some of the new features that were to be included with it. Many of the details are vague, but essentially the 2.2.1 update doesn’t add much. Several bug fixes that most people won’t even notice have been added, such as the unusual slow syncing with Windows PC’s that are present in certain unusual configurations. There are slight changes to the text messaging interface as well as additional new e-mail support options that have been added for corporate users. There is also a new option being tested that would permit all e-mail messages to be deleted at once instead of the need to select them individually. In the 2.3 release, which has a release date that is unknown, you will be able to sync to iTunes via Bluetooth.

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Rithy on 19 January, 2009 at 3:52 am #

Hello!

Does iPhone firmware 2.2.1 or 2.3 support Khmer language?
We cannot view website in Khmer on the iPhone firmware 2.2! Such as www.rfa.org/khmer

Best regards,

Rithy


mike on 19 January, 2009 at 4:35 am #

I hope it sorts some of the bugs soon!!

any idea when its released?

Any news on the jailbreak for it?

Mike


Riot Punk on 19 January, 2009 at 8:49 am #

Well I am pretty sure I will not update for a few weeks on this one. Nothing that “usefull” or “new”, so no good reason to do so.


mike on 19 January, 2009 at 10:22 am #

except for the fact the phone might actually keep apps open now lol


Hilty on 19 January, 2009 at 12:13 pm #

I never upgraded to 2.2 to begin with due to it being rife with serious function disrupting bugs. Such are the likes of:

No WiFi
Not being able to delete emails

These being the worst of them amongst more. I wrote an article regarding this sometime back. I can say this right now. I will NOT upgrade to 2.2.1 unless those bugs have been corrected.


Sims5677 on 19 January, 2009 at 12:54 pm #

2.2.1 will be released in a few weeks, the exact date is unknown. You can expect a jailbreak in about a week later.


impaler on 19 January, 2009 at 11:34 pm #

Source for this?


KingofSwing on 20 January, 2009 at 4:23 am #

I m stuck with 1.1.4 because of the bugs in 2.0 waiting for 2.2.1 + Jailbreak


Paul on 20 January, 2009 at 4:48 pm #

Sooner the better, I cannot send SMS since update to 2.2. Very fustrating. Also Visual Voicemail does not work ethier!!


Josh on 20 January, 2009 at 6:15 pm #

Why would they choose Bluetooth syncing over wifi syncing? That makes NO sense. WiFi is much faster, plus not all computers have bluetooth…


sims5677 on 20 January, 2009 at 7:37 pm #

@KingofSwing
There’s not many bugs in 2.2 . I would defiantly upgrade because 2.2.1 only addresses a few bugs.

@Paul
That’s not directly a 2.2 problem. That’s a carrier issue or corrupted software. Try reinstalling 2.2 .

@Josh
Maybe because WiFi is not really meant to establish a direct link between two devices. Bluetooth is very easy to transfer file between devices. Also, most of Apple’s computers have Bluetooth built in, they don’t care about PC’s.


vince on 21 January, 2009 at 4:48 pm #

@ sims5677
I’m pretty sure the “not able to send SMS” is a phone problem. New SIM/Restore to new/Re-install 2.2 does not fix the problem. Apples only current fix is to replace the phone. It is suspected that there is a bug within the 2.2 baseband. i am hoping that 2.2.1 addresses this issue because I myself have this issue & I dont want a 3rd phone….

check the threads for this issue… can receive SMS, can use internet, can use phone & email… just not Send SMS….


sims5677 on 22 January, 2009 at 9:12 pm #

2.2.1 will not include a new baseband. All iPhones are created equal, so if what you are saying is true, we all would be affected by it. Try reinstalling a fresh copy of 2.2 again.


brian on 22 January, 2009 at 9:26 pm #

I heard this is fake news, plus if it is true, hope this new version fix the “error sending message” sms.


vince on 22 January, 2009 at 11:58 pm #

@sims5677

I agree that it doesn’t make much sense for this “bug” to have not impacted everyone. From what I have read, some had it kick in as soon as they updated to 2.2 while others it took some time. The reason I suspected it to be in the baseband was because that had changed & is one of the only things that does not get re-written during a restore. Although I am pretty sure I have updated from a “fresh 2.2″ I am going to try it again just to tell you the outcome. Based on threads, the only fix has been a new phone. :’(

How are you convinced 2.2.1 wouldnt update the baseband? Also, if every iPhone was created equal, why wouldnt EVERYONE have this problem? I (along with the upset threaders) arent just making this up for fun…..


vince on 23 January, 2009 at 12:02 am #

PS.

I just realized, why bother using a “fresh 2.2″ if the problem persisted when it was in a “restore to new” state? I take back my statement of “try it again”. I’m sure it won’t work & will keep my fingers crossed that 2.2.1 fixes it…..

have you seen a date?


sims5677 on 23 January, 2009 at 11:08 am #

When you restore the phone with a fresh 2.2, it DOES restore the baseband as well. 2.2.1 is only going to be a minor update and it will not include a baseband update.


User on 23 January, 2009 at 5:12 pm #

Wifi syncing may come as well for iPod touch users (1st and 2nd gen)


vince on 24 January, 2009 at 11:07 am #

when you restore to new, does it restore the baseband to the factory baseband?

eitherway, I am restoring & will get a fresh 2.2 and let you know the results shortly… while I HOPE they are good results, i am pretty sure it isnt gonna work (due to not one success story on the threads)


vince on 24 January, 2009 at 11:14 am #

hmmmm… when I did a restore to new, it already has 2.2? How can i get a fresh 2.2 load without voiding warranty?


sims5677 on 24 January, 2009 at 12:01 pm #

Delete the .ipsw from the iTunes download folder ( C:\Documents and Settings\YOUR-USER-NAME\Application Data\Apple Computer\iTunes\iPhone Software Updates\ ) and then hit restore in iTunes, it will download another one.


vince on 24 January, 2009 at 8:34 pm #

where is that file stored on a MAC?


sims5677 on 24 January, 2009 at 9:49 pm #

Macintosh HD/username/Library/iTunes/iPod Software Updates/


vince on 25 January, 2009 at 1:24 am #

found it. restored/updated. didnt fix sms problem. :’(

hopefully 2.2.1 fixes it…..

thanks sims.


sims5677 on 25 January, 2009 at 1:48 am #

Well I’m sorry that it didnt work. It must be a bad chip. I would recommend you take it to the nearest Apple store, if they cant fix it, they will give you a new one. (But remember to put a clean copy of 2.2 on there, or else they’ll say u did it)


Harold on 25 January, 2009 at 9:35 am #

My iPhone has a problem establishing a connection with a bluetooth headset. It will pair, but if I turn off the headset or get out of range, the iPhone won’t connect to it unless I unpair/re-pair. I have tried things like turning on Airplane mode to no avail. Anyone know if this is addressed in 2.2.1?


sims5677 on 25 January, 2009 at 1:01 pm #

That is a common problem to many headsets that wont allow automatic pairing. My iPhone works fine automatically establishing a connection with my Lexus or my Motorola H690 headset. It depends on the hands free device that you pair it to. The only quibble that I have, is that on Nav systems like in the Lexus, you have to manually send your contacts via Bluetooth into the system, where as BMW nav systems automatically detect and import them. (This would be a great addition for “Sweettooth”.)


merky04 on 27 January, 2009 at 1:53 pm #

Does the Winpwn with a FW of 2.2 going to work with the new release of 2.2.1 in itunes?


Lance on 27 January, 2009 at 3:33 pm #

Anyone who posted here that the new update won’t include a baseband update is WRONG. It does include a baseband update as well.


sims5677 on 27 January, 2009 at 3:50 pm #

@merkey04
Winpwn is no longer supported and will be replaced soon by Jailbird.

@Lance
Im sorry but you are incorrect. Apple released this baseband 5 MONTHS after the initial 2.0 release, they are not going to release another one 1 month after the last update, as there is no official evidence of any problems regarding the baseband itself. You have the audacity to say that we are all wrong but where is your proof?


vince on 27 January, 2009 at 11:55 pm #

2.2.1 fixed SMS problem…. i wonder if there was a baseband update or not….


vince on 27 January, 2009 at 11:59 pm #

also…. i think it’s funny that the 2.2.1 artwork above says “your”


Cyber32 on 1 February, 2009 at 5:08 am #

Solution for not Sending TXT message on Iphone Firmware 2.2, and i tested on Iphone 3G using Yellow Snow. all you have to do is Edit the Message Center of your Network. or email me at cybervoyager32@yahoo.com for the complete info.


Dickens on 2 February, 2009 at 5:29 am #

I failed to get connected with bluebooth headset after upgrading to 2.2.1. I have tried 4 different brands and models and they can successfully paired with iphone 3G but simply no voice transmitted. I have tried all tricks including hard reset, restoring in iTunes, the airplane mode trick and others but still no luck.

My headset worked flawlessly before the upgrade and it is really frustrating. Anybody can offer some helps on this?

PS: Just found out that I cannot use the handsfree function (speaker out) neither. Would see whether I can use the wired one later.


vince on 3 February, 2009 at 8:54 pm #

sims5677

looks like 2.2.1 updated the baseband.


chris2791 on 6 February, 2009 at 9:46 am #

i brought the iphone3g at christmas i updated recently to 2.2.1 and found that my phone could no longer pick up any wifi conection not knowing there was anything up with the firmware i took it back and they replaced it when i updated that one i found that it also had the same fault has anyone else found the same fault cause in sick of taking it back its my second time now


ihacker on 6 February, 2009 at 10:00 pm #

i updated my jailbroken iphone and it updated perfectally it didnt erase anythin non of my hacked apps from cydia and installer it worked fine


judd on 23 February, 2009 at 4:54 am #

i update my iphone and jailbroken it .. its working 2.2.1 but in cydia i can’t download some of the files like winterboard. its error..


ingtienluy on 9 March, 2009 at 5:55 am #

thanks all you..!


ali on 2 July, 2009 at 11:42 am #

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