I never expected OS 4 to arrive prior to the delivery of my shiny new iPhone, but I’m happy.  I’m in the midst of downloading it now and can’t wait to check out the multitasking!

From Toodledo, here’s what to expect:

Here is what is new:
✔ The “Alarm” field can now be reordered, enabled and disabled independently from the due-date field.
✔ It is now possible to set a default alarm for newly added tasks.
✔ It is now possible to turn on/off remote application badge updates independently from remote task alarms
✔ If you sync with Toodledo.com and have manually ordered your folders, that manual ordering will now be transfered to the app
✔ Fixed a bug with syncing that could have caused some data to sync incorrectly in this specific scenario: Delete a folder on the website, then edit a task that was previously in the deleted folder, then sync the iPhone.
✔ Improved accessibility for visually disabled customers who use the VoiceOver screen reader.
✔ Fixed a bug that caused a crash when a question mark was in the name of a tag.

I downloaded this app twice and removed it twice already.  Now however, I am using it regularly.  I didn’t quite “get it” before I guess, but now that their API is open, other apps like Momento (the ultra cool, social diary app) is able to catch your Instagram uploads and more.  Not familiar with Instagram?  It’s a social photo sharing site where you can make little adjustments to the photo like cropping, B&W and other effects.  However, it is really about the photo.  Our sister site is ProPhoto Coaliiton so we’re keen on photography here!

Instagram on iTunes

Momento on iTunes

Hit software update to join in on the fun.  we’re guessing there’s some changes that affect the iPad 2 in there some where…

According to the Foursquare blog, new versions of Foursquare should be coming live soon.  Both will hit version 3.0 and bring with them a new opportunity to “Explore”, with an Explore tab.  Basically you’re getting recommendations based on what’s around and what your friends have visited.  Smart in our opinion.

According to Crowly: “You’ll see that we’ve replaced our old leader board (and its simple points system and Sunday night reset) with a sliding 7-day barometer of you and your friends”. “Check-ins now trigger points for dozens of different types of actions.” Loyalty will be addressed by offering merchants additional ways to reward “swarms, groups of friends, regulars, newbies, or everyone.” Before finishing hit thoughts, Crowley writes, “we’ve got really ambitious plans for the rest of the year and we’re excited to let you play with three big new pieces of the master plan.” Also of note is that an updated BlackBerry client is due out later this week — though it will not include many 3.0′s features — and that it is “working hard” on its Windows Phone and Symbian apps.

via {BGR.com}

I really couldn’t wait for the Verizon iPhone.  I tried to justify myself not spending any more money on any new Apple product, but the stars aligned.  My current contract with Verizon was set to expire, and my wife wanted my AT&T iPhone as she’s never had an iPhone before. (Gasp!)

While it’s near identical to the previous version, I had to immediately check out tethering.  You’d think there’d be a button, or something easy to find.  It’s not easy, it’s hidden in preferences, under > General > Network.  Yes it works just fine.  What didn’t really work for me however, was Google Voice.  I tried and tried to forward my voicemail to Google Voice, but I keep getting the Verizon operator telling me my call cannot be completed.  Strange.

From the “It’s about time file”, Garmin finally hits the iPhone.  It hits it hard too.  Priced at $39.99, it undercuts it’s biggest rival, TOMTOM in price.

We just purchased it and will be giving it the rounds….  Download

According to Citibank, 2011 is expected to maintain Apple dominance in the App market space.  In the next 4 years, they expect the total app marketplace to grow to $27 billion!

Smartphone sales grew in 2010 by 56%

via [BGR]

Apple’s App Store has been a driving force behind the revitalized app economy ever since it first launched. According to Citibank, the App Store’s dominance won’t be slowing down anytime soon. In its U.S. Internet Stock 2011 Playbook, Citibank estimates that Apple will pull in up to $2 billion in gross revenue next year via the App Store. And if research firm Gartner’s forecasts are accurate, that number could be low. Gartner believes the global app market in 2010 totaled $4 billion, and that revenues will climb to a staggering $27 billion over the next two years. The growing popularity of smartphones is obviously seen as a major contributing factor to the exploding app market. According to Citibank, smartphone sales grew 53% in 2010 — though growth is expected to slow in 2011 to 29%.

If you’re a fan of Orbitz travel, there’s more to like.  You can book flights, rent cars, view travel itineraries, make hotel reservations, and more.  Need to make last-minute changes or bookings…you can.

Mobile Orbitz also offer the same Price Assurance protection for flights and prepaid hotel bookings as desktop customers!.  Not too shabby.

Description:
Only Orbitz lets you quickly search and book flights, hotels and rental cars—all within the Orbitz app for iPhone®. You can also view your trips, check flight status and find hotels near your current location using your phone’s GPS. Download the Orbitz app for free and get the power of Orbitz optimized for your iPhone today. Matched with the speed and simplicity of the iPhone, our new app offers all the benefits and power of traveling with Orbitz, including a simple, secure booking process, and Price Assurance protection for flights and prepaid hotels. With the Orbitz app for iPhone, you can: Make reservations for flights, hotels and rental cars quickly—even for same-day reservations. Just like our site, you can search and book: - Hotels, including photos, guest reviews and maps. You can also search for hotels near you using your phone’s GPS and book the very same day you plan to stay. - Flights, sorting by lowest price or departure time—whatever is most important to you. - Rental cars, even booking as little as 30 minutes before pick-up. View your trip itineraries anytime, anywhere… fast: - Our app will remember log-ins for quick access to your itineraries. - No need for printouts. Trip details can be stored locally so you can access them when you don’t have an Internet connection, such as during your flight. Stay in the know, on the go: - Check flight status, gate and baggage claim. Great if you’re traveling or picking up a traveler. Click to call for assistance: - Whether you need immediate assistance while traveling or booking a trip, connect to our trained agents in just one tap. They’re standing by 24/7.

The company also notes that they are working to introduce these features on Android and Windows Phone.