convert 3G/4.2.1 to touch

Knot Mie

I want more freedom and less useless software on my 3G and I want to use it, basically, as a iPod touch. I understand the liability of what I'm trying to do, I just don't know the best course to get it done. The device is healthy, up to date and backed up through iTunes.

Do I need to jailbreak the device? Is this the appropriate guide? http://www.iphonehacks.com/2011/03/how-to-jailbreak-your-iphone-4-iphone-3gs-iphone-3g-using-pwnagetool-ios-4-2-1.html

What about this? http://www.iphonehacks.com/2011/02/how-to-jailbreak-iphone-4-iphone-3gs-on-ios-4-2-1-using-greenpois0n-windows.html

Is there another guide to set me straight?

There is a lot of information available, but I'm sure that I'll get the right answer here.

Thanks in advance.

iPhoneHacks

The best option would be to do a clean restore (backup your data before you do that) and reinstalling only those apps that you really need.

Knot Mie

Thanks for the reply.

I had read that I may be able to add video function to the camera, better battery life, and improve functionality in general. I want something that looks nicer, or at least different, and I want the ability to manipulate options and software. I have plenty of experience doing this with PC's and Android, I've just never been into Apple. Which is why I'm here. I know it can be done and I know that I can find the right way, eventually. Hopefully someone here can save me some time and headaches.

iPhoneHacks

Yeah, jailbreak apps and tweaks will allow you to customize your iPhone. You can check our top picks here - http://www.iphonehacks.com/2012/06/best-iphone-jailbreak-apps-tweaks.html to get an idea.

If you're looking for a step-by-step guide to jailbreak your iOS device, check out this article: http://www.iphonehacks.com/2010/08/jailbreakme-20-released-to-jailbreak-iphone-4-iphone-3gs-iphone-3g-on-ios-4-ios-401-and-ipad-on-ios-3-2-1-ios-3-2-via-mobile.html

Knot Mie

This is looking good.

I'll peruse the links you provided and follow up with any questions I may have.

Thanks again.