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29 October 2009
Tap Tap Metallica Revenge [iPhone]
Metallica Revenge is the latest and greatest release in the wildly popular Tap Tap Revenge series, this time featuring 10 tracks by legendary rock gods Metallica.
This special edition of Tap Tap Revenge features:
• 10 huge rock megahits by Metallica
• 4 boss tracks, with some of the most difficult tapping action ever in Tap Tap Revenge.
• Hard tracks in landscape mode with four rails, and an incredible Extreme mode with tracks in landscape mode with FIVE rails. Another Tap Tap Revenge first!
• Arcade mode, allowing you to test your mettle against weapons thrown at you by the computer.
• Battle mode, so that you can go head to head against your friends on Bluetooth, lobbing weapons at one another to break streak and gain the advantage!
• Four addictive difficulty levels, each with unlockable boss tracks;
• Superior stability, blazing performance, a Metallica news feed, and Facebook Connect to flaunt your scores to the World.
Track List:
• For Whom the Bell Tolls
• Fuel
• King Nothing
• Sad But True
• Some Kind of Monster
• Enter Sandman
• One
• Seek & Destroy
• All Nightmare Long
• Master of Puppets
Tap Tap Revenge is the most popular game on the App Store.
Adobe Photoshop App [iPhone]
Adobe's Photoshop.com iPhone app goes live
I'm pleased to see that Photoshop.com Mobile for iPhone has gone live on the App Store (see screenshots).
[Update: Don't be confused by the name: the app is useful for on-phone editing, not just uploading/sharing.]
According to the product page, with the app you can:
I'm pleased to see that Photoshop.com Mobile for iPhone has gone live on the App Store (see screenshots).
[Update: Don't be confused by the name: the app is useful for on-phone editing, not just uploading/sharing.]
According to the product page, with the app you can:
- Transform your photos with essential edits like crop, rotate and flip.
- Correct and play with color by adjusting the saturation and tint, enhancing the exposure and vibrancy, and converting images to black and white.
- Use the Sketch tool to make photos look like drawings, and Soft Focus to give photos a subtle blur for artistic effect.
- Apply dramatic changes with effects such as Warm Vintage, Vignette and Pop. Edits or changes can be undone or redone so you can experiment without the worry of losing your original photo.
- Upload photos to Photoshop.com. The app provides the ultimate digital photo wallet, providing access to your entire Photoshop.com library. Photoshop.com offers 2GB of free online photo storage (equal to more than 1,500 photos).
27 October 2009
Rally Master Pro 3D [iPhone]
Application description Rally Master Pro™ is the ultimate rally experience for your iPhone! Race in amateur, professional and expert rallies on 27 ambitious and varied tracks, in any weather, with tough conditions, at top speed.
Experience how the driving behaviour changes based on the road surface, weather and condition of your vehicle and always pay attention to your co-pilot and his announcements. Only if you know what the road ahead looks like you will be able to drift smoothly through the curves and make it under the strict time limits.
Keep an eye on the damage model of your car and use the repair option between the races to get your vehicle fixed for the next race or you won’t get far.
Study your last race in the interactive replay with numerous vehicle and TV cameras to memorize each curve and perfect your driving style.
Features:
- Game modes: Career, Time Trail, Adrenaline
- 27 varied tracks with different road conditions
- 3D damage model with repair mini games
- Weather simulation
- Touch and tilt controls with individual settings
- Online Highscores
You know how to drive? Prove it and get Rally Master Pro™ now!
Not sure about it? Check out the official game trailer on YouTube in our “fishlabsgames” channel!
New in this version
Languages English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
Requirements Compatible with iPhone and iPod touch
Requires iPhone OS 2.2.1 or later
BlackRa1n RC2 Jailbreak Goes Live, Supports New 3GS
Geohot has released RC2 of his Blackra1n jailbreak for the iPhone and iPod touch. This version provides a tethering jailbreak for the new iPhone 3GS with the updated Bootrom.
What's New:
- Fixed 3G issues
- Tethered jailbreak for 3.1 OOTB ipt 8GB and new 3GSes
- Fixed Icy issues
- Both Windows and Mac
- If you used RC1 with success, no need to rerun
You can find our tutorials on how to use BlackRa1n here: Windows
What's New:
- Fixed 3G issues
- Tethered jailbreak for 3.1 OOTB ipt 8GB and new 3GSes
- Fixed Icy issues
- Both Windows and Mac
- If you used RC1 with success, no need to rerun
You can find our tutorials on how to use BlackRa1n here: Windows
22 October 2009
EA GAMES : Rock Band [iPhone]
Rock Band v1.1.38
Description:
Take your band on the road with 20 legendary songs from great bands like Smashing Pumpkins, Lynyrd Skynyrd & the Beastie Boys, all delivered with the highest, MP3-quality sound. Rock out solo on lead bass, drums, guitar & vocals, or start a band with other rockers from around the world! Jump into Quickplay for casual jam sessions, or take it on the road in Tour Mode in EA MobileĆ¢€™s ROCK BAND!
Features:
* Go solo, or push it to the limit with LIVE BLUETOOTH MULTIPLAYER
* Sync up via Facebook on your own time.
* Rock out on guitar, bass, drums or vocals to MP3-quality songs
* Play at three levels: easy, medium or difficult
* Play solo, or start a band with friends from around the world
* Jump into Quickplay for casual sessions or take it on the road in Tour Mode
* Play along with 20 legendary songs from great bands like Smashing Pumpkins, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Foo Fighters, Blink-182, The Beastie Boys, and more!
* Start out playing in grungy dives and work all the way up to stadium-rock stardom
* Collect rewards and achievements that provide replay value and depth to even the most experienced Rock Band veterans
DOWNLOAD
http://www.mediafire.com/?zdmyylnt2yd
or
http://www.appscene.org/download/6lvNcG9XOI55e78beb93
or
http://www.2shared.com/file/8527967/68328280/rockband-v1138-Cracked.html
or
http://ifile.it/7e2z4cu/rockband-v1138.rar
Description:
Take your band on the road with 20 legendary songs from great bands like Smashing Pumpkins, Lynyrd Skynyrd & the Beastie Boys, all delivered with the highest, MP3-quality sound. Rock out solo on lead bass, drums, guitar & vocals, or start a band with other rockers from around the world! Jump into Quickplay for casual jam sessions, or take it on the road in Tour Mode in EA MobileĆ¢€™s ROCK BAND!
Features:
* Go solo, or push it to the limit with LIVE BLUETOOTH MULTIPLAYER
* Sync up via Facebook on your own time.
* Rock out on guitar, bass, drums or vocals to MP3-quality songs
* Play at three levels: easy, medium or difficult
* Play solo, or start a band with friends from around the world
* Jump into Quickplay for casual sessions or take it on the road in Tour Mode
* Play along with 20 legendary songs from great bands like Smashing Pumpkins, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Foo Fighters, Blink-182, The Beastie Boys, and more!
* Start out playing in grungy dives and work all the way up to stadium-rock stardom
* Collect rewards and achievements that provide replay value and depth to even the most experienced Rock Band veterans
DOWNLOAD
http://www.mediafire.com/?zdmyylnt2yd
or
http://www.appscene.org/download/6lvNcG9XOI55e78beb93
or
http://www.2shared.com/file/8527967/68328280/rockband-v1138-Cracked.html
or
http://ifile.it/7e2z4cu/rockband-v1138.rar
16 October 2009
Hidden Your Photo, Video on iPhone!
Video Safe -No#1 for Video & Photo Privacy. collect3 Category: Utilities Price: $3.99 Released: Sep 14, 2009 Size: 3.4 MB Seller: David Fumberger Added to Appulo.us: Mar 30, 2009 Latest version: 1.4
Application description VIDEO SAFE for iPhone, iPhone 3GS, and iPod Touch.
From the Developers of the official 'Boxee Remote' & 'Picture Safe' the No.1 Privacy App on iTunes. As featured on IGN, MacNN, iPodNN, Electronista, PCWorld Australia, and as listed in the all-time 'App Classics' Hall of Fame.
The #1 Video Utility in 30+ countries for 7 months straight!
Collect3 is pleased to introduce VIDEO SAFE. Everything people love about Picture Safe but with added support for all your VIDEOS and MOVIES !!
No need to worry about people accidently stumbling across your 'special' movies any more ;)
VIDEO SAFE v1.4 just out! Contains exciting new features including SUPPORT FOR VIDEOS SHOT WITH 3GS, USB wifi and Bluetooth Import!!,and Hi-Definition photo's allowing viewing of images up to 2500 x 2500. *A free update for existing users.
Video Features:
+ Creates a safe password protected storage area for all your movies and videos (including those shot with the 3GS).
+ WEB CONNECTIVITY! Log-in via your browser/FTP on a desktop PC/Mac and transfer videos to and from the iPhone WIRELESSLY with ease! (wifi required).
+ USB Direct File Transfer.
+ No additional software required all done easily and securely via the browser.
+ Works just like the standard Apple Video App AND Introduces folders to let you group videos by subject matter, name, etc.
+ Support for all video files converted for use on the iPhone. Usually Quicktime compatible files ending in .Mov, .MP4, .M4v *For other formats provided you can do so legally there are a variety of tools freely available to enable you to convert your videos to play on the iPhone/iPod Touch.
+ Includes ability to pause, resume, fforward and rewind, with icon for played/unplayed.
+ Snoop Stopper - For those curious about the cool new app on your device, entering the wrong password takes them to a collection of safe images of your choosing.
+ Lets you create Thumbnails for movies.
++ PLUS you get all the goodness that is the No#1 Best-selling Privacy App "Picture Safe". A 2 for 1 deal that no other App comes close to matching!
Photo Features:
+ Creates a Password Protected storage area for ANY image from your Camera, Photo Album, or the Net.
+ Wireless import/export and viewing on Mac/PC.
+ Familiar Interface - Just like the inbuilt Photo Application but with the addition of security.
+ Finally create folders for better organising of images!
+ Slideshow with adjustable settings.
+ Multitouch Control - Zoom, Swipe, Rotate.
+ Unique 'Snoop-Stopper' takes prying eyes to a dummy app with 'safe' images.
+ Quick Hide - With a double Tap action you can quickly replace the onscreen display with a fake spreadsheet or 'safe' image of your choosing.
+ FULL Resolution export to PC/Mac (not low res like native photo app), and Email support.
+Password Reminder.
------------------
*Still not convinced?:
See the 'TapCritic' Video Review: http://tinyurl.com/c67sva
Also 'Picture Safe' -privacy and wifi for pics (not movies).
Note1: Developers cannot move/delete movies stored in the standard video app (please don't request it or demand in reviews. It is not up to us!). The good news is if you wish these files to be secure, you can use Video Safe to import these files directly from your PC/Mac via wifi.
If you have any questions -or heaven forbid issues- please don't hesitate to email us at enquiries@collect3.com.au and let us know. We never get out and enjoy the contact :)
Finally, while we read every review on iTunes we can't directly reply to them so please before you comment visit our Instructions with Help Videos and Forums at http://collect3.com.au/forum (a one star review isn't a way to request New Features ;)
Your Servants, Collect3.
From the Developers of the official 'Boxee Remote' & 'Picture Safe' the No.1 Privacy App on iTunes. As featured on IGN, MacNN, iPodNN, Electronista, PCWorld Australia, and as listed in the all-time 'App Classics' Hall of Fame.
The #1 Video Utility in 30+ countries for 7 months straight!
Collect3 is pleased to introduce VIDEO SAFE. Everything people love about Picture Safe but with added support for all your VIDEOS and MOVIES !!
No need to worry about people accidently stumbling across your 'special' movies any more ;)
VIDEO SAFE v1.4 just out! Contains exciting new features including SUPPORT FOR VIDEOS SHOT WITH 3GS, USB wifi and Bluetooth Import!!,and Hi-Definition photo's allowing viewing of images up to 2500 x 2500. *A free update for existing users.
Video Features:
+ Creates a safe password protected storage area for all your movies and videos (including those shot with the 3GS).
+ WEB CONNECTIVITY! Log-in via your browser/FTP on a desktop PC/Mac and transfer videos to and from the iPhone WIRELESSLY with ease! (wifi required).
+ USB Direct File Transfer.
+ No additional software required all done easily and securely via the browser.
+ Works just like the standard Apple Video App AND Introduces folders to let you group videos by subject matter, name, etc.
+ Support for all video files converted for use on the iPhone. Usually Quicktime compatible files ending in .Mov, .MP4, .M4v *For other formats provided you can do so legally there are a variety of tools freely available to enable you to convert your videos to play on the iPhone/iPod Touch.
+ Includes ability to pause, resume, fforward and rewind, with icon for played/unplayed.
+ Snoop Stopper - For those curious about the cool new app on your device, entering the wrong password takes them to a collection of safe images of your choosing.
+ Lets you create Thumbnails for movies.
++ PLUS you get all the goodness that is the No#1 Best-selling Privacy App "Picture Safe". A 2 for 1 deal that no other App comes close to matching!
Photo Features:
+ Creates a Password Protected storage area for ANY image from your Camera, Photo Album, or the Net.
+ Wireless import/export and viewing on Mac/PC.
+ Familiar Interface - Just like the inbuilt Photo Application but with the addition of security.
+ Finally create folders for better organising of images!
+ Slideshow with adjustable settings.
+ Multitouch Control - Zoom, Swipe, Rotate.
+ Unique 'Snoop-Stopper' takes prying eyes to a dummy app with 'safe' images.
+ Quick Hide - With a double Tap action you can quickly replace the onscreen display with a fake spreadsheet or 'safe' image of your choosing.
+ FULL Resolution export to PC/Mac (not low res like native photo app), and Email support.
+Password Reminder.
------------------
*Still not convinced?:
See the 'TapCritic' Video Review: http://tinyurl.com/c67sva
Also 'Picture Safe' -privacy and wifi for pics (not movies).
Note1: Developers cannot move/delete movies stored in the standard video app (please don't request it or demand in reviews. It is not up to us!). The good news is if you wish these files to be secure, you can use Video Safe to import these files directly from your PC/Mac via wifi.
If you have any questions -or heaven forbid issues- please don't hesitate to email us at enquiries@collect3.com.au and let us know. We never get out and enjoy the contact :)
Finally, while we read every review on iTunes we can't directly reply to them so please before you comment visit our Instructions with Help Videos and Forums at http://collect3.com.au/forum (a one star review isn't a way to request New Features ;)
Your Servants, Collect3.
New in this version New Features
=========
- Support for High Resolution Images to 2500 x 2500
- USB transfer !!
- Help tutorials
- Full copy and paste support
- Bluetooth transfer (not available on Gen1 iPhone / Touch)
- Email
We are delighted that this version was finally approved and excited to bring you these unique new features, particularly USB transfer which will make video management so much easier.
Please please take a moment and update or write an itunes review as it makes all the difference in our ability to continue to bring free updates to you all.
Thanks and stay 'safe'.
Collect3
=========
- Support for High Resolution Images to 2500 x 2500
- USB transfer !!
- Help tutorials
- Full copy and paste support
- Bluetooth transfer (not available on Gen1 iPhone / Touch)
We are delighted that this version was finally approved and excited to bring you these unique new features, particularly USB transfer which will make video management so much easier.
Please please take a moment and update or write an itunes review as it makes all the difference in our ability to continue to bring free updates to you all.
Thanks and stay 'safe'.
Collect3
Languages English
Requirements Compatible with iPhone and iPod touch
Requires iPhone OS 3.0 or later
DOWNLOAD
Requires iPhone OS 3.0 or later
DOWNLOAD
CLICK HERE
12 October 2009
How to Jailbreak Your iPhone, iPod Using BlackRa1n [Windows]
These are instructions on how to jailbreak your iPhone and iPod touch using BlackRa1n for Windows.
The BlackRa1n jailbreak will work with the latest 3.1.2 firmware; however, it will not hacktivate your iPhone. This means that if you are not on an official Apple approved carrier BlackRa1n cannot activate it.
For those with the new iPod touch, BlackRa1n only supports a tethered jailbreak. This means that once jailbroken you should not let your battery die. If it does die you will need to reconnect it to the computer and use BlackRa1n to boot it.
WARNING: Even though the GeoHot jailbreak supports 3.1.2 do not update if you are on iPhone OS 3.0.1 or 3.0. You will lose your unlock. Use PwnageTool to safely update to 3.1 without performing a baseband update. If you really must have 3.1.2 then wait for the next version of PwnageTool. If you have already updated to 3.1 or 3.1.2 without using PwnageTool then you've lost the ability to unlock for the time being. You can now use BlackRa1n to at least regain your jailbreak :)
Ok lets begin...
Step One
Open your web browser of choice and navigate to http://www.blackra1n.com. Click the Windows logo at the bottom of the screen.
Step Two
When prompted save the download to your desktop
Step Three
Then double click the blackra1n executable file from the desktop to launch the program
Step Four
Make sure your iPhone or iPod is connected to the computer then click the large make it ra1n button
Step Five
You iPhone will now be placed in recovery mode.
You will see a picture of GeoHot that replaces the regular recovery mode screen on your device.
blackra1n will run and then your device will reboot.
A popup message will appear informing you that BlackRa1n is free software and if you appreciate it you can donate to GeoHot at geohot@gmail.com.
Step Six
Once your device reboots it will be jailbroken and you will notice a blackra1n icon on the desktop. Make sure you have an internet connection and press to launch the application.
Choose the installer application of your choice then press the Install button at the top right of the screen
BlackRa1n will begin to download and install the package you selected.
Step Seven
Once complete BlackRa1n will respring your iPhone and you will find the installer package of your choice on the Springboard.
Step Eight
Once you have confirmed your installer package is working correctly you may use the Uninstall blackra1n button inside the BlackRa1n app to remove it from your springboard.
***THANKS: A big thanks to Geohot for making this jailbreak possible. Also thanks to those who contributed to making it a success.
The BlackRa1n jailbreak will work with the latest 3.1.2 firmware; however, it will not hacktivate your iPhone. This means that if you are not on an official Apple approved carrier BlackRa1n cannot activate it.
For those with the new iPod touch, BlackRa1n only supports a tethered jailbreak. This means that once jailbroken you should not let your battery die. If it does die you will need to reconnect it to the computer and use BlackRa1n to boot it.
WARNING: Even though the GeoHot jailbreak supports 3.1.2 do not update if you are on iPhone OS 3.0.1 or 3.0. You will lose your unlock. Use PwnageTool to safely update to 3.1 without performing a baseband update. If you really must have 3.1.2 then wait for the next version of PwnageTool. If you have already updated to 3.1 or 3.1.2 without using PwnageTool then you've lost the ability to unlock for the time being. You can now use BlackRa1n to at least regain your jailbreak :)
Ok lets begin...
Step One
Open your web browser of choice and navigate to http://www.blackra1n.com. Click the Windows logo at the bottom of the screen.
Step Two
When prompted save the download to your desktop
Step Three
Then double click the blackra1n executable file from the desktop to launch the program
Step Four
Make sure your iPhone or iPod is connected to the computer then click the large make it ra1n button
Step Five
You iPhone will now be placed in recovery mode.
You will see a picture of GeoHot that replaces the regular recovery mode screen on your device.
blackra1n will run and then your device will reboot.
A popup message will appear informing you that BlackRa1n is free software and if you appreciate it you can donate to GeoHot at geohot@gmail.com.
Step Six
Once your device reboots it will be jailbroken and you will notice a blackra1n icon on the desktop. Make sure you have an internet connection and press to launch the application.
Choose the installer application of your choice then press the Install button at the top right of the screen
BlackRa1n will begin to download and install the package you selected.
Step Seven
Once complete BlackRa1n will respring your iPhone and you will find the installer package of your choice on the Springboard.
Step Eight
Once you have confirmed your installer package is working correctly you may use the Uninstall blackra1n button inside the BlackRa1n app to remove it from your springboard.
***THANKS: A big thanks to Geohot for making this jailbreak possible. Also thanks to those who contributed to making it a success.
08 October 2009
Tap Tap Revenge 3 [iPhone] Cracked
Tap Tap Revenge 3 v3.0
It's back! Tap and shake to the beats of the most popular game on the App Store. The all-new, awesome 3.0 release features tons of great FREE songs, including hits by Tiesto and LMFAO. Purchase affordably-priced top hits by mega-artists.
*See below for important information about network problems*
**BIG LAUNCH CONTESTS!**
We are giving away CDs and DVDs to 140 winners in the coming days. Three winners will win the grand prize: FREE copies of every single premium pack!
**MORE FUN WHEN YOU PLAY ONLINE**
Tap Tap Revenge 3 is even more fun when you play online. Online play now features weapons and shields that let you crush your competition, or just throw them off their game. Integrated chat, rich profiles, avatars, the ability to send messages to people you meet in the game make the game more social.
**LEVELS AND ACHIEVEMENTS**
Create your own fun avatar, which will be displayed when you play online. As you get better at the game, you uplevel and get achievements that give you access to fun new avatar items, including instruments that give you special powers in online play.
**TONS OF OTHER GREAT NEW FEATURES**
- A fun new look and feel
- Quickplay for when you're in a hurry
- Special sequences let you score even higher
- Resume, restart and replay your game
- Challenges and battles let you have more fun with your friends
- Send messages to friends
- Each premium track comes with its own unique theme
**HAVING TROUBLE DOWNLOADING TRACKS OR PLAYING ONLINE?**
- Turn bluetooth off
- Plug your device into a power outlet
- Turn off WIFI and use the 3G network on newer iPhone models
**FREE TRACKS**
- Fall Out Boy
- AFI
- LMFAO
- Tiesto
- Stroke 9
... and many many more!
**PREMIUM TRACKS*
- Smashing Pumpkins
- Killers
- Foo Fighters
- Korn
- Tiƫsto
- No Doubt
... over 50 top artists!
DOWNLOAD
http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?joqzngdknaj
http://www.filesharingmirrors.com/files/7BCTPYWM/Tap_Tap-v3.0-Chalky94.ipa
http://www.appscene.org/download/CuzX6rwLn0ab34cda597
It's back! Tap and shake to the beats of the most popular game on the App Store. The all-new, awesome 3.0 release features tons of great FREE songs, including hits by Tiesto and LMFAO. Purchase affordably-priced top hits by mega-artists.
*See below for important information about network problems*
**BIG LAUNCH CONTESTS!**
We are giving away CDs and DVDs to 140 winners in the coming days. Three winners will win the grand prize: FREE copies of every single premium pack!
**MORE FUN WHEN YOU PLAY ONLINE**
Tap Tap Revenge 3 is even more fun when you play online. Online play now features weapons and shields that let you crush your competition, or just throw them off their game. Integrated chat, rich profiles, avatars, the ability to send messages to people you meet in the game make the game more social.
**LEVELS AND ACHIEVEMENTS**
Create your own fun avatar, which will be displayed when you play online. As you get better at the game, you uplevel and get achievements that give you access to fun new avatar items, including instruments that give you special powers in online play.
**TONS OF OTHER GREAT NEW FEATURES**
- A fun new look and feel
- Quickplay for when you're in a hurry
- Special sequences let you score even higher
- Resume, restart and replay your game
- Challenges and battles let you have more fun with your friends
- Send messages to friends
- Each premium track comes with its own unique theme
**HAVING TROUBLE DOWNLOADING TRACKS OR PLAYING ONLINE?**
- Turn bluetooth off
- Plug your device into a power outlet
- Turn off WIFI and use the 3G network on newer iPhone models
**FREE TRACKS**
- Fall Out Boy
- AFI
- LMFAO
- Tiesto
- Stroke 9
... and many many more!
**PREMIUM TRACKS*
- Smashing Pumpkins
- Killers
- Foo Fighters
- Korn
- Tiƫsto
- No Doubt
... over 50 top artists!
DOWNLOAD
http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?joqzngdknaj
http://www.filesharingmirrors.com/files/7BCTPYWM/Tap_Tap-v3.0-Chalky94.ipa
http://www.appscene.org/download/CuzX6rwLn0ab34cda597
05 October 2009
[iPhone] FIFA 10 (Cracked)
Category: Games
Price: $9.99
Released: Sep 28, 2009
Size: 45.4 MB
Seller: Electronic Arts
Latest version: 1.0.2
Download
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=1P1T5A10
http://rapidshare.com/files/287725517/FIFA10-v1.0.1-mathboy.ipa
Sn0wBreeze to Bring PwnageTool to Windows
Sn0wBreeze is a new project aiming to bring PwnageTool functionality to Windows computers by October 12th.
Several hours ago iH8sn0w tweeted some details about the upcoming software...
The new project that we are working on is sn0wbreeze. It is basically PwnageTool for Windows. Our ETA is October 12.
We will ask for Beta Testers as soon as we have a stable build ready!
It will be pretty much everything the the Mac version of PwnageTool can do atm.
We will keep you up to date as progress is made...