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iOS 4.3 Lets You Choose Between Mute and Orientation Lock for iPad Side Switch

iOS 4.3 Lets You Choose Between Mute and Orientation Lock for iPad Side Switch

Posted January 12, 2011 at 6:44pm by
iOS 4.3 lets you choose between using the iPad's side switch to mute or lock the orientation of your device.

The iOS 4.2 update made the questionable change from using the switch as an orientation lock to making it mute the device.


When questioned about the change Steve Jobs reportedly said it would be permanent and not customizable. It looks like he changed his mind.

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iOS 4.3 Lets You Choose Between Mute and Orientation Lock for iPad Side Switch
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