iPhone Firmware 2.2 Released Late Night of November 20th

by Jody Mitoma on November 21, 2008 at 6:00 am

You read that correctly. Apple has decided to release the iPhone firmware version 2.2 very late on November 20th, which was yesterday. The update adds Google Street View, public transit and walking directions, and more.

What’s new in this update, you ask? Have a look at the list below:

Enhancements to Maps
- Google Street View*
- Public transit and walking directions
- Display address of dropped pins
- Share location via email
Decrease in call setup failures and dropped calls

Enhancements to Mail
- Resolved isolated issues with scheduled fetching of email
- Improved formatting of wide HTML email
Podcasts are now available for download in iTunes application (over Wi-Fi and cellular network)