iPhone software update 2.2 released

iPhone users can now get their greasy fingers on a new software update. iPhone 2.2 is a 246MB update that brings a load of background tweaks and fixes to the snazzy mobile.   The main difference that you’re actually likely to notice is the addition of Google Street View to the Maps application. This is the service that taps into all those pics snapped by the search giant’s sinister camera cars that have been turning up in European cities over the past year.   A decent proportion of the US has already been recorded and has in some cases landed Google in trouble over privacy concerns. But despite upsetting a couple of sneaky porn buyers, it’s scaling up rapidly. The UK’s Street View has yet to go live, but a number of French, Italian and Spanish cities are already working.   Along with showing you the view from the ground, the updated Maps service will give walking directions and help you find public transport stops and timetables. You can also share ... (link)