Yet another application with hidden tethering capabilities has appeared on the App Store. This time around, it is in the form of a random number generator; a $4.99 generator, that is.
The app called iRandomizer Numbers developed by Shmoopi, LLC obviously allows you to tether various iOS devices to get an internet connection. iRandomizer features two simple fields: minimum and maximum. All you have to do is enter numbers 1984 and 31337 into the two text fields and let the app do its thing. It creates a wifi network, which then allows others to share the data from your phone.
The developer claims this app was only meant for his close friends and family members, hence the high price tag for a number generator.
“Reluctantly, I will admit that my application ‘iRandomizer Numbers’ does have a hidden tethering feature,” he wrote. “I say reluctantly because I didn’t plan on the feature being released. I designed the tethering functionality for my family and close friends not thinking it would be disseminated outside that circle. “
It is very, very likely that this application will be removed within 24 hours, so if you have never purchased any other tethering app before, this is your chance. We will update this article when the app is removed from the store.
Update: iRandomizer Generator has just been removed. It is unclear at this point if Apple removed it or if it was the developer. We’ll try to find out.
Update 2: I got in touch with the developer and he told me that Apple did in fact remove the application but they have not yet sent a reason as to why. Although it’s obviously, I’m still interested in what they say.
[via InformationWeek]
