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The guys at RiP Dev have announced a new utility for getting files onto the iPhone from a computer. It's called JuiceDrop, and it lets you move files onto a connected iPhone or iPod Touch by just dragging and dropping them where they need to go.

Public Wi-Fi hotspots are a great for watching some YouTube or downloading a podcast on your iPhone, but have you ever wondered how secure that Wi-Fi connection is? Someone could be spying on you, and that could be a real problem if you're doing something with more sensitive information like online banking. Hotspot Shield is a great tool for making sure your info doesn't fall into the wrong hands. It utilizes the iPhones VPN capabilities to secure your connection. You can check it out at HotspotShield.com.
[via TUAW]

The iPhone Dev Team has just released a new version of the PwnageTool, version 2.0.2. The new version includes an updated version of Cydia, as well as a new public beta of Installer 4. It can jailbreak iPhones running either 2.x or 1.1.4/1.1.5, the iPod touch, and now the iPhone 3G running the latest software update (although an unlock for the 3G update is still not available). A direct download is available here for newcomers here, and the suggested update method for those who already have the PwnageTool is to update through it's update option.

Looking for something to eject that stubborn SIM card with, but can't be bothered to walk into the next room to grab that paperclip? You're in luck! Gizmodo just found out that USB Fever is now offering a fancy little SIM ejector tool that stores nicely in your headphone jack. Maybe this would be useful if you swap your SIM often, but don't listen to music a lot. You can make one your own for just $3 at their site.

If you've ever gone to open a piece of Apple hardware, the instructions and videos frequently mention a "black stick", a plastic tool that can easily pry apart objects without damaging the finish or electronics inside. The only problem: no one seems to have them.