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Samsung released  the official Android 2.3.4 Gingerbread for Samsung Galaxy S II over Europe Nordic countries. This version with a build number of I9100XWKI4, and is packed in 2.3.4 Gingerbread with a build date of September 15, 2011.
Some improvements are way better from XXKH3 on this XWKI4 version , the new system font in this firmware is a little bit look different from XXKH3 because its more bolder and bigger but the most interesting so far, the wifi signal is  finally fixed. This release hits over Czech, Lithuania, Austria and Norway.




NEE = Nordic Countries:
Product Code: GT-I9100LKANEE
HIDSVER: I9100XWKI4/I9100OXXKI2/I9100XXKI1/I9100XWKI4
Modified: 09/15/2011 18:53:36
Model: i9100
Region: France, United Kingdom, Italy, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Turkey, UK, (Branded: no)
Available languages: de, en, es, fr, it, pt, tr, (pl)
Android: 2.3.4 Gingerbread

OXX MultiCSC (AUT, COS, CYO, DNF, EUR, NEE, ODK, ORG, ORS, PAN, SEB, SUN, TDC, TMS, TPH, TRG, VDH, BY, XEE, XEH, XEO, xeZ, XSK)

Build info:

ro.build.id = GINGERBREAD
ro.build.display.id = GINGERBREAD.XWKI4
ro.build.version.incremental = XWKI4
ro.build.version.sdk = 10
ro.build.version.codename = REL
ro.build.version.release = 2.3.4
ro.build.date = Wed Sep 14 20:34:11 KST 2011
ro.build.date.utc = 1316000051
ro.build.type = user
ro.build.user = root
ro.build.host = DELL143
ro.build.tags = release-keys
ro.product.model = GT-i9100
ro.product.brand = samsung
ro.product.name = GT-i9100
ro.product.device = GT-i9100
ro.product.board = GT-i9100
ro.product.cpu.abi = armeabi-V7A
Samsung # Specific Properties
ro.build.PDA = I9100XWKI4
ro.build.hidden_ver = I9100XWKI4
ro.build.changelist = 575 468
ro.product.cpu.abi2 = armeabi
ro.product.manufacturer = samsung
ro.product.locale.language = en
ro.product.locale.region = GB
ro.wifi.channels =
ro.board.platform = s5pc210
# Ro.build.product is obsolete; use ro.product.device
ro.build.product = GT-i9100
# Do not try to parse or ro.build.description. FingerPrint
ro.build.description = GT-i9100-user 2.3.4 GINGERBREAD XWKI4 release keys
ro.build.fingerprint = samsung/GT-I9100/GT-I9100: 2.3.4/GINGERBREAD/XWKI4: user / release keys
Samsung # Specific Properties
ro.build.PDA = I9100XWKI4
ro.build.hidden_ver = I9100XWKI4
ro.build.changelist = 575 468
ro.tether.denied = false
ro.flash.resolution = 1080
# End build properties
#
# System.prop for asop5000
#

rild.libpath = / system / lib / libsec-ril.so
rild.libargs =- d / dev/ttyS0
ro.sf.lcd_density = 240
dalvik.vm.heapsize = 64m

# Samsung USB default mode
persist.service.usb.setting = 0
dev.powersave_fps = 0

#
# ADDITIONAL_BUILD_PROPERTIES
#
ro.url.legal http://www.google.com/intl/ =% s / mobile / android / basic / phone-legal.html
ro.url.legal.android_privacy http://www.google.com/intl/ =% s / mobile / android / basic / privacy.html
ro.com.google.locationfeatures = 1
ro.com.google.clientidbase = android-samsung
ro.com.google.gmsversion = 2.3_r6
media.stagefright.enable-player = false
media.stagefright.enable meta = false
media.stagefright.enable-scan = false
media.stagefright.enable-http = true
media.stagefright.enable-rtsp = false
dev.sfbootcomplete = 0
ro.com.google.clientidbase = android-samsung
ro.url.legal http://www.google.com/intl/ =% s / mobile / android / basic / phone-legal.html
ro.url.legal.android_privacy http://www.google.com/intl/ =% s / mobile / android / basic / privacy.html
ro.com.google.locationfeatures = 1
keyguard.no_require_sim = true
ro.config.ringtone = S_Over_the_horizon.ogg
ro.config.notification_sound = 01_Sherbet.ogg
ro.config.alarm_alert = Good_Morning.ogg
ro.config.media_sound = Media_preview_Touch_the_ligh t.ogg
ro.opengles.version = 131072
ro.secdevenc = true
ro.wtldatapassword = true
net.bt.name = Android
dalvik.vm.stack-trace-file = / data / anr / traces.txt

Intratech has therefore made a repackage of the XWKI4 firmware. Repackaged to remove the boot loader that blocks resetting the binary counter with a jig when you flash on unsigned kernel because other having trouble of resetting the reset counter after flashing using Odin.

http://www.multiupload.com/BICMMUFFWF 
XWKI4 Stock Kernel: http://www.multiupload.com/ORHRRNA60I
Password: Intratech@XDA

Ive attached the old bootloader repackaged in a tarball for Odin. Anyone whos flashed the full firmware package and cannot reset their binary counter flash this with Odin and then try the Jig. Place tarball in the PDA section of Odin
Multiupload link: http://www.multiupload.com/LQQBRQVJUD

Join the discussion thread here to get more details:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1269607

We have time and again discussed the issue of iPhone security; and the latest iPhone app that promises uncompromising security complete with an ‘authentication’ option is the PhoneFactor App. Available now as an app for Apple’s iPhone and iPad, PhoneFactor is basically an authentication system that uses mobile phones as a second factor for improved security to any existing corporate or website login.

PhoneFactor has been a trusted partner in offering secured transactions to users, logging in to an enterprise application or when performing an online transaction on a PC. PhoneFactor ensures authentication of your requests only when they respond to a prompt sent to your mobile phone.

Until now, the authentication system has already been available with voice calls or text messages for the prompt; it has now been introduced as a version for iOS 4 and iOS 5 – reaching out to millions of Apple users around the globe.

Designed to substitute the conventional two-factor authentication system, such as the SecurID hardware tokens sold by RSA. PhoneFactor will allow the display of one-time passwords for users to enter on the PC. This makes PhoneFactor less expensive, easy to deploy and also less manageable considering the fact that people can use just their iPhone instead of a dedicated device.

You can very easily configure PhoneFactor App on your iPhone by following a few simple steps or watch the demo video share below:

Step 1:

Enter your username and password.

Step 2:

PhoneFactor instantly pushes a notification to the PhoneFactor app on your smartphone. Simply tap “Authenticate” in the app to log in.

So, whenever you (user) enter your password to make an online transaction on your PC, the PhoneFactor app causes a notification box to pop up on your iPhone for authentication. All you require to do then is ‘tap’ on an authentication button in that box to complete the log-in process.

The system ensures a minimum of two factors indispensable for user authentication – the user name and password requested on the PC; and the user’s phone with the working app. However, an administrator can even opt for an additional layer of security, by making the user type a PIN (personal identification number) into the notification box before ‘tapping’ the authentication button.

Are you worried as to what happens when anyone else tries to barge into your secured system?

Well, in case an unauthorized user makes an attempt to complete a login on your PC; the iOS app can immediately notify the legitimate user (you) and the IT department. Further actions can be taken accordingly to deal with the perpetrator and ensure the security of the user’s account.

While the much in-demand PhoneFactor software license typically costs enterprises between USD10 and USD25 per user/year. The iOS version of PhoneFactor is available for FREE.

How do you think this app can help enrich your iPhone security? We’d love to hear from you.

Apple reportedly returned patented new technology. This time related to the automotive world, in the form of a touchscreen display which can provide feedback to the driver without taking his eyes off the road. Patent number 8,482,535 issued Patent and Trademark Office United States (USPTO) on July 9 that includes an explanation of the "touch screen that can be programmed and the interface between humans and machines to improve vehicle instrumentation and telematics".

As quoted from the Tech Radar, the simple description above describes a touch-screen interface that replaces the function knob, lever, and the slider on the dashboard of the vehicle, such as air conditioning controller. (see picture below)

Apple granted patent on this allows the company to apply the technology in question on the following car dashboard integration with mobile phones.

In addition to patents, the iOS version of the 7 newly released beta 3 also found a number of functions "accessory developer" which among other things contains a hidden option to transfer music, data maps, Siri, and other content over WiFi from the iPhone to the dashboard, even when the phone is concerned being kept in a bag or purse.

Well, if Apple started seriously working on the gadget integration with the vehicle? Patents and new features mentioned seem to indicate a tendency towards it.