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Google News “For the second time in less than a month, Apple is angering the iPhone community.”

“Even Bill at Red Ferret thinks its crap and can’t believe that Apple is getting by with this when MS would be asshole deep in lawsuits if they tried anything like this.”

“I knew better than to take another risk since I am very happy with my iPhone in its current state running on the T-Mobile USA network and made the decision to never update it unless there was a reliable hack I could trust not to brick it. “

“Owners of hacked iPhones have begun posting instructions on how to roll back a recent Apple firmware upgrade that rendered their mobile phones unusable.”

“This is the first time we know of, though, that an update might actually kill the hardware, proof that Apple is serious about keeping the handset with its partner carrier AT&T (or that AT&T has been putting the pressure on Apple).”

Google Blog Search “Apple Inc., not so good company with good products. Since Apple dropped the “Computer” they have gone downhill, in my opinion. “

“Instead, I’ve simply been the ecstatic owner of one of the finest pieces of innovative technology to come along in a very long time.”

“I agree with both assertions. Users should expect consequences if they tweak electronic devices against the warnings of the manufacturer. On the other hand, depriving a user of potentially critical security patches just to make a point puts not only the offending user at risk.”

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“Your iPhone is a brick”

“This September update adds some amazing new things to iPhone. Some of these new features may help you type a little faster, ring a litter better, and one in particular will allow you to discover and purchase music like never before!”

“I bought an iPhone basically. It cost me $410 plus $80 for express guaranteed. I want to emphasize on the guarantee bit.”

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Ask.com Blog Search “With stories of iPhones (even those who weren't unlocked) getting iBricked, it seems that there's a growing trend for people to fear Apple’s security patches.”

“But after analyzing the update that actually came out, I don't blame Apple anymore. Instead, I blame AT&T for forcing Apple to do something it has never done before and effectively become the bad guy while AT&T laughs its way to the bank.”

“Since the iPhone's launch, enthusiasts have been developing ways to allow the devices to run unauthorized software and to unlock them so that they can be run on any mobile network. Late last week, however, Apple cracked down on these efforts by releasing a software upgrade that made hacked iPhones unusable.”

Technorati “It was bound to happen, but now it’s official; Information Week is reporting that a California man has files a class-action suit against Apple for bricking iPhones with their latest firmware update.”

“Big things are in Apple’s future; to all the naysayers and hate-mongers, perhaps now is the time to stop whining and griping about Apple and get on the bandwagon.”

“Apple posted three new iPhone television ads on their site this evening. Unlike , where the star of the show was the phone itself (and the user interface), these new ads focus on three actors - all men - who are using the phone to solve problems.”

BlogPulse “It is not surprising, then, that the inevitable backlash has begun. And, that backlash is no longer just contained to bloggers and fringe journalists -- it has now entered the mainstream. “

“The Apple iPhone is a great multifunction device which has some excellent features, including Phone, IPod, Internet (using wifi or edge) and I would say it is well worth the price tag.”

“Say what you will about the iPhone hackers, but they are nothing if not a determined bunch. Erica Sadun over at The Unofficial Apple Weblog reports that the hackers are making headway in opening up Apple's recent iPhone update which knocked out the initial round of hacks. “

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Icerocket “Although there is little doubt that the iPhone represents a breakthrough in device evolution, interface design and application integration, there is also little doubt that Apple has created a big problem for itself in the closed nature of the device, its release through single carriers and the stance they have taken over the whole unlocking issue, not to mention the bad press they are getting as a result!”

“But that’s not fair at all. Apple didn’t kill or damage a single unlocked iPhone.”

“I think they have a lot riding on how this issue is handled from now on - the world is watching them!”

Digg “Some observers blame the iPhone-bricking on Apple CEO Steve Jobs' perfectionism.”

“Apple comes out with a sweet new phone that can do everything”

“Owners of hacked iPhones have begun posting instructions on how to roll back a recent Apple firmware upgrade that rendered their mobile phones unusable.”