Among the tidbits that came out 15 January at MacWorld 2008 was a $20 charge to upgrade the iPod Touch to be more like the heftier, more-pimped-up big brother iPhone. The $20 upgrade charge (actually $19.99) to add existing applications available on the iPhone - mail, weather, maps and stocks.

Here´s the catch: The developing community have already found ways to "jailbreak" or hack an iPod Touch so not only can it get all the same applications found in the iPhone, but it can install all the applications developed by third parties. Hint: Type "jailbreak" and "Touch" into Google and follow the links. The whole process is free but not without risks cause it goes against the official software offered by Apple.

Looks like Apple is punishing their early adopter, people that are first in the line to buy new Apple´s new and latest iPods. They have to pay $20, why? This is just Apple telling me to NEVER buy something brand new from them because, in some way, you will be punished. Bad move Apple.