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The status of Cydia Substrate on iOS 8.3


When TaiG released its iOS 8.3 jailbreak early this morning, it was largely assumed thatsaurik would need to do something on his end to ensure compatibility with Cydia Substrate—the support framework used to run your favorite jailbreak tweaks.
As it turns out, that’s not exactly the case. In fact, saurik himself has cleared the air, making it apparent that the ball is in TaiG’s court when it comes to providing a fix for substrate.
This is due to the fact that a kernel patch is what’s needed to get Cydia Substrate working properly, and that falls squarely within the jurisdiction of the TaiG jailbreak team.
When will we see an update to the TaiG tool, and how will it be distributed? If you’re already jailbroken, the update will most likely appear as a package that’s downloadable via Cydia.
If you wait to jailbreak until TaiG pushes a fix, then the update will most likely be incorporated into the actual jailbreak tool.
As far as a time frame is concerned, no one knows for sure, but saurik seems to think it will be soon. I’m hoping it will be soon, as the jailbreak isn’t nearly as potent without all of the great jailbreak tweaks that we know and love.
What do you think? Are you holding off on the jailbreak until Cydia Substrate is working, or have you already taken the plunge?

How to fix the TaiG 20% timeout for the iOS 8.3 jailbreak


Thankfully, the 20% error that was causing us problems earlier today has been solved. If you received this error, you need to downgrade your version of iTunes.
I decided to downgrade to iTunes 12.1.0 as suggested by several of my Twitter followers, and just like that, it worked. If you’re having problems with TaiG 2.0.0 hanging at 20% completion for the iOS 8.3 jailbreak, then try downgrading your version of iTunes.

I’m running a 32-bit version of Windows 10 and was quickly able to jailbreak thanks to this iTunes downgrade. Keep in mind that you will have to uninstall any previous versions of iTunes before installing an older version.
You can find older versions of iTunes using a simple Google search. You can use IPSW.me for iTunes downgrades.
Have you tried downgrading iTunes? Were you met with a successful jailbreak as a result? Please share your experiences down below in the comments.

How to jailbreak iOS 8.3 with TaiG 2.0

In this tutorial, I will show you how to jailbreak your iPhone or iPad running iOS 8.3using TaiG 2.0. This jailbreak is super easy to do, and takes minimal effort if the instructions are followed closely.
Watch our full video walkthrough inside, as I take you through the step-by-step jailbreak process for iOS 8.3.
Note: This tool is Windows only for now, so you’ll either need a Windows computer, or a Mac with a virtual machine running Windows. I used a virtual machine for this tutorial (VMWare Fusion, and it was super easy.
You’ll also most likely need to downgrade to iTunes 12.1 so that you won’t get stuck at the 20% progress level during the jailbreak. I’ve outlined the full fix in this post. Downgrading iTunes shouldn’t take long at all.
Step 1: Download and extract TaiG 2.0 from our downloads page
Step 2: Disable Find My iPhone and Passcode lock on your device
Step 3: Connect your device to your computer
Step 4: Run the TaiG 2.0 tool and it should detect your device
Step 5: Uncheck the 3K assistant, but keep Cydia checked
Step 6: Click Start
Step 7: Wait until the jailbreak completes. If you see storage full errors, just ignore those
Step 8: Once the jailbreak completes, find the Cydia app on your Home screen and launch it
That’s all there is to it. This jailbreak works with iOS 8.1.3 through iOS 8.3.
Keep in mind that Cydia Substrate hasn’t been updated yet, but Saurik is currently working on an update, and it should be available soon.
What do you think? Are you happy to have an iOS 8.3 jailbreak? Sound off in the comments with your thoughts.

Unlock iPhone


Unlocking is the removal of SIM restrictions on the modem, allowing the use of the iPhone on any carrier. The main reason to unlock your iPhone is if you want to use it with a different service provider (ie T-Mobile). Here are 2 articles you may want to look at:
There are two ways to unlock an iPhone. You can either do a software unlock, which usually requires some kind of hacking, or you can do a factory unlock.

Official Factory Unlock for iPhone

The difference between a locked iPhone and an officially unlocked one relies on the addition of the device’s IMEI number to a database of officially unlocked iPhones. The IMEI is like a fingerprint, completely unique to your device. When officially unlocked, your IMEI is officially recognized in Apple’s database as unlocked. There are now a few providers that have the ability to get iPhones permanently unlocked for a small fee.
To our knowledge, this is currently the best way to permanently unlock an iPhone, especially since there is no software unlocks available for the latest iOS versions.
The main benefits of a permanent IMEI unlock are:
  • it’s simple, and official (registered as officially unlocked in Apple’s database)
  • it works with any iPhone, even on-contract (iPhone 2G, 3G, 3GS, 4, 4S, 5, 5s, iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus)
  • it’s 100% guaranteed to unlock your iPhone
  • the iPhone can’t be locked again, even if you update your device in iTunes
  • it does not void your iPhone warranty
  • no jailbreak or hacking required

Software Unlock

This page is a reference guide for anyone looking to unlock the iPhone using software. Simply look for your firmware version and your iPhone model, then click on the appropriate tutorial. Note that at this time, software unlocks only work with older iPhone models that haven’t been updated to the latest software. If you’re looking for a reliable, permanent unlock, we can only recommend you do a factory unlock of your device (see details above).
Software unlocks used to be available for older iPhones all the way to iPhone 4. Devices that have been released after the iPhone 4 cannot benefit from a software unlock.

Unlock iPhone 6.1

Ultrasn0w updated for iOS 6.1

Between the rise of third party vendors and the recent change in DMCA policy, the need for iPhone software unlocks is steadily dwindling. But that doesn’t mean that the method is obsolete, as there are still many people out there with older iPhones.
And if you happen to be one of those people, you’ll be happy to know that MuscleNerd has confirmed that Ultrasn0w was quietly updated this week to support iOS 6.1. So if you’re on an eligible device and baseband, you can unlock on the new firmware…
As MuscleNerd says, Ultrasn0w 1.2.8 works with 6.1 and is already out in Cydia. You just need make sure that you have either: an iPhone 4 on baseband 01.59.00, or an iPhone 3G/3GS on basebands 04.26.08, 05.11.07, 0.5.12.01, 05.13.04 or 06.15.00.
Remember you can check your iPhone’s baseband by opening Settings > General > About > Modem Firmware.
If you’re on one of these firmwares, you’ll have to make sure that you don’t update your baseband when you update to iOS 6.1. To do this, you can use RedSn0w, just open the app and click Extras > Even More > Restore and choose not to upgrade BB.
If you need help with this, click here for our step-by-step video tutorial on the process. It’s older, but should still work.
Now if you really want to make your life easier, we can only suggest using an official factory unlock such as ChronicUnlocks.

How to Jailbreak iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, and Apple TV

This page is our ultimate guide to jailbreaking. Along with information and frequently asked questions about everything jailbreak related, you will find some detailed tutorials on how to jailbreak your iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, and Apple TV.
If you already know a lot about jailbreaking and you’re just looking for guides and tutorials, then scroll down to find instructions on how to jailbreak. If you are new to jailbreaking and want to learn more, we suggest you spend a few minutes reading more about this simple process.
At the bottom of this page, you will find information about various jailbreak methods. Simply look for the iOS version you want to jailbreak and the type of iOS device you have, then click on the link to see a detailed tutorial about jailbreaking the iPad, iPod touch, iPhone, and Apple TV.

What’s the Latest?

The latest jailbreakable iOS version is iOS 8.1.2.
The latest jailbreak tools you can use are TaiG for Windows (no Mac version yet) or PP for Mac.
You can read about the latest jailbreak news here.

What is Jailbreaking?

Jailbreaking is the process by which Apple’s mobile operating system, iOS, is modified to run unsigned code in order to gain access to files that Apple wouldn’t normally let you access.
Jailbreaking adds unofficial application installers to your iOS device, such as Cydia, which let you download many 3rd-party applications, tweaks, and extensions that are unavailable through the App Store. These packages open up endless possibilities to do things on your iOS device that a non-jailbroken iOS device would never be able to do.
You can install extensions that give you instant access to your system settings from anywhere on your iOS device, bypass certain restrictions set in place by Apple and the carriers, and find packages that give you more control over your iOS experience.
Jailbreaking is about freeing your iOS device from Apple’s restrictions to let you install anything you want.

What are the Benefits of Jailbreaking?

The main reason why you’d want to jailbreak is to have the ability to install third party applications and tweaks that Apple doesn’t or wouldn’t approve in the App Store. There are tons of applications that don’t meet Apple standards and do things that Apple doesn’t want you to do on your iOS device for various reasons.
For example, Apple doesn’t allow you to customize your iPhone by changing app icons or the general user interface of your device. Thanks to the jailbreak community, there are several ways to completely change the way your iPhone looks, WinterBoard being the most popular one.
Besides applications, jailbreaking also gives you access to tweaks, mods, and extensions. These not exactly considered applications. They bring subtle improvements to the way your iOS device operates. For instance, Five Icon Switcher is a tweak that lets you have 5 icons in the iPhone app switcher at once, instead of the default 4.
A lot of people jailbreak their iOS device in order to unlock it to work on a different carrier. When you want to unlock your iPhone, the first step is to jailbreak it to then run and run software that will let you have other carriers work on your iPhone. For more information about unlocking, visit our dedicated unlock page.

Is Jailbreaking Legal?

Jailbreaking is completely legal, at least here in the US. For a long time, jailbreaking was considered illegal by the US government based on copyright litigation. In July of 2010, the US government passed a rule that made jailbreaking legal.
There is nothing to worry about. Even if you don’t live in the US, there’s a very slim chance that Apple would sue you because you jailbroke your iPhone. It hasn’t happened yet, and people all over the world have been jailbreaking since 2007.

Does Jailbreaking Void my Warranty?

Yes and no. Yes, because if you go to the Apple store and show your jailbroken iPhone to an Apple employee, you will be told that you can’t receive customer support because you voided your warranty the minute you jailbroke. Apple of course acknowledges the US government’s DMCA exception ruling that makes jailbreak legal, but that doesn’t mean that Apple has to allow jailbreak in its customer agreement.
From Apple’s support article on jailbreaking:
“Apple strongly cautions against installing any software that hacks the iOS. It is also important to note that unauthorized modification of the iOS is a violation of the iPhone end-user license agreement and because of this, Apple may deny service for an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch that has installed any unauthorized software.”
If you really have to take your iOS device to an Apple store, you can always restore it to its factory settings in iTunes. This will bring your iOS device back to the way it was when you first bought it, and Apple will have no way of telling that you ever jailbroke.
Many people have taken previously jailbroken devices to Apple several times before that were restored beforehand. Apple is usually not able to tell will provide full and normal customer support.

Can I Brick My iPhone if I Jailbreak?

You might have heard a few horror stories about people who tried to jailbreak their iPhone or iPad and ended up turning it into a brick. While this could have happened in the early days of the iPhone, this is now completely impossible.
The worst thing that could happen when trying to jailbreak is that it might get stuck and become unresponsive, in which case some people may automatically think that there’s no hope. You’re always able to restore your iOS device’s firmware back to the stock version, and following these simple steps will make sure your iPhone or iPad goes back to its original state.

Is Jailbreaking the Same as Unlocking?

No, jailbreaking and unlocking are two different things. To unlock your iPhone, you usually have to jailbreak first. As noted previously, jailbreaking an iPhone lets you install third party applications and mods, while unlocking allows you to use your iPhone on a different carrier.
You can learn more about the difference between jailbreaking and unlocking if you’re interested.

Can I Still Use iTunes and the App Store After Jailbreaking?

People often ask this question. Yes, you can use iTunes and the App Store after jailbreaking your device. As a matter of fact, nothing will really change. The only notable change to your iOS device will be that, after jailbreaking, you will have a new application installed on your device called Cydia.

What is Cydia?

In short, Cydia is like the App Store of jailbreak applications. Just like the App Store, you can browse Cydia for apps, tweaks, and mods. Just like the App Store, you can download and install Cydia apps effortlessly. Most apps and tweaks in Cydia are free, but it is not unusual for a jailbreak app to sell for a few dollars.

Will jailbreaking prevent me from updating iOS?

If your iOS device is jailbroken and you decide to update it to the latest version of iOS, doing so will overwrite the jailbreak and restore your device to its factory settings. This might not be a big problem for most people, but it can become an issue for people who rely a lot of jailbreak apps and tweaks.
Every time Apple releases a new iOS update, hackers generally aren’t too far behind with an update for the tools that let you jailbreak. When a new iOS version and accompanying jailbreak are released, the preferred method is to backup your device first, update to the latest iOS version, and jailbreak again using one of the updated tools.
It’s important to note that it sometimes takes a while for hackers to develop a jailbreak following an iOS update, which is why we usually recommend jailbreakers to hold off on updating when a new iOS version is made available.

What are the different types of jailbreaks?

There are 3 types of jailbreaks: tethered, semi tethered, and untethered. Read this article to learn more about the differences between these kinds of jailbreak.

Can jailbreaking allow me to get App Store applications for free?

Yes, but we do not recommend installing pirated apps on your jailbroken device. Not only are you doing something illegal, but you’re also stealing money from hard working developers. We do not help troubleshoot or give support on app piracy.

Is jailbreaking easy?

These days, jailbreaking is very easy. Usually, you just need to download a piece of software, plug your iOS device into your computer, and run the software. There is no specific knowledge or skills required.
You will find some very useful tutorials on how to jailbreak at the bottom of this page. If you don’t feel completely comfortable jailbreaking your iOS device, make sure to have a look at our tutorials, they will guide you through the process with step-by-step instructions and illustrations.

What is the best jailbreak tool?

There isn’t a “best” jailbreak tool, as tools are constantly being updated and replaced with new and improved methods. Performing an actual jailbreak can be a very different experience depending on your iOS device and software version. What tool you use is also determined by if you use a Mac or Windows computer.

Does it cost anything to jailbreak?

No. You should never pay for a jailbreak.
Hackers that develop jailbreaks do it for free, sometimes (rarely) asking for donations. Some people may charge you to jailbreak your iOS device for you. If it makes you feel better to pay someone, you can do that, but why pay when you can do it yourself for free?

How to jailbreak iOS 8.1.1 and iOS 8.1.2 with TaiG



iOS 8.1.1 is now officially jailbroken, and it’s one of the easiest jailbreaks that I’ve experienced in my long history of jailbreaking. As we first noted, the TaiG team, not the Pangu team, is responsible for the iOS 8.1.1 jailbreak, which was released for Windows users early this morning.
I’ve personally tested out the TaiG jailbreak tool for iOS 8.1.1, and can report that it works. In fact, it installs Cydia straight out of the box, and it’s super easy to follow along, even though the tool hasn’t been translated to English. In this tutorial, we will show you how to use TaiG to jailbreak iOS 8.1.1.
Update: This tutorial was written for iOS 8.1.1, but you can follow the same directions to jailbreak iOS 8.1.2. Simply make sure you use the latest version of TaiG.
Note that TaiG can be used to jailbreak iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch running iOS 8, iOS 8.0.2, iOS 8.1, and iOS 8.1. In this guide, we use TaiG to jailbreak an iPhone, but the process is the same regardless of the device.

How to jailbreak iOS 8.1.1 using TaiG on Windows
Step 1: Download TaiG from our Download section and extract its contents to the desktop

Step 2: Ensure that iTunes is installed and plug your device into your computer and make sure that iTunes recognizes it
Step 3: Restore your iPhone to iOS 8.1.1 (this tool can also jailbreak iOS 8.0, iOS 8.0.2, iOS 8.1)
Step 4: Make sure that Find My iPhone is turned off in Settings → iCloud
Step 5: Make sure that your passcode is disabled in Settings → Touch ID & Passcode
Step 6: Enable AirPlane mode via Control Center
Step 7: Right click on the TaiGJBreak_1006.exe tool and select Run as Administrator, followed by Yes
Step 8: Make sure the TaiG tool recognizes your iOS device, uncheck the second box but keep Cydia checked, and then click the green jailbreak button
Step 9: Let the jailbreak progress until the tool states that the jailbreak is complete (you’ll see a smiley face)
Step 10: Once your iPhone reboots, you should see the Cydia app on your Home screen
Congratulations! You just jailbroke iOS 8.1.1. Easy, wasn’t it?
Sound off down below in the comments with your thoughts, observations, suggestions, and experiences. Were you expecting the iOS 8.1.1 jailbreak this soon, if at all?

How to jailbreak iOS 8 and install Cydia using Pangu 1.1.0 on Windows [Video]


The definitive version of Pangu for Windows is here. This version, as you’ve likely read, is complete with a bundled Cydia installation and English text. There are also a few differences in some of the screens that you’ll encounter during the jailbreak process.
If you’ve yet to jailbreak iOS 8, then you no longer need to wait around for anything (outside of a version for the Mac). This is the complete version of Pangu, that makes it super-simple to jailbreak just like jailbreaks of old. Pangu 1.1.0 is a great tool, and it works very well.
Check out our final complete Pangu 1.1 iOS 8.x jailbreak video tutorial inside. It only takes 8 easy steps.

How to jailbreak iOS 8.x with Pangu 1.1

Note: Backup your device and perform a fresh install of iOS 8 via iTunes before proceeding. This will ensure that the jailbreak runs quicker and ups the chance of success. You can always restore your data post jailbreak. This tutorial is for Windows. If you don’t have a Windows machine, you can use a virtual machine on your Mac.
Step 1: Connect your device to your PC, and make sure that you tap the Trust This Computer button on your device if it prompts you to do so
Step 2: Enable Airplane mode on your device
Step 3: Download Pangu 1.1 from our downloads page and save it to your desktop
Step 4: Right click on the Pangu tool and select Run as Administrator
Step 5: Once your device is detected by Pangu, click the Start Jailbreak button
Step 6: After reading the notice presented by Pangu, click Already Did to begin the jailbreak process
Step 7: Be patient and wait for the progress bar to reach the very end, and your iPhone will reboot
Step 8: Once your iPhone reboots you should see Cydia on your Home screen. Launch Cydia to initialize it and you’re good to go
That’s it folks. That’s how you jailbreak and install Cydia in one fell swoop. How did you fare? Are you jailbreaking, or are you still holding off for some reason?

How to jailbreak iOS 8.1 with Pangu for Mac [video]

The Pangu Team released their Pangu utility for Mac earlier today, so Mac users who were waiting for compatibility with their operating system have no excuse to not jailbreak any longer.
In this post, we will show you how to use Pangu for Mac to jailbreak iOS 8.1. This post was created for an iPhone, but note that the steps are exactly identical, no matter what device you want to jailbreak (ie. an iPad or iPod touch). Likewise, any iOS 8 firmware version can be jailbroken using this tool, including iOS 8, and iOS 8.0.2.

Jailbreak iOS 8.1 on Mac

Pre-requisite: to avoid potential issues, it is recommended that you restore your iPhone using iTunes prior to jailbreaking, if you had previously updated to iOS 8.1 over the air. If you had already updated to iOS 8.1 via iTunes, then you’re good to go. Also make sure you backup your device before jailbreaking. In case something goes wrong, you’ll still be able to restore from backup.
Step 2: Double click on the DMG file to extract the Pangu8 app, and save it to your desktop.
Step 3: Right click on the Pangu8 app and choose Open.
Step 4: Plug your iPhone in your Mac via the USB cable.
Step 5: Following the instructions on the Pangu8 app, unlock your iPhone and select “Trust.” Pangu will then detect your device model and firmware version.


Step 7: Pangu will then go through the jailbreak process, which might take some time, so be a little patient. You might be asked to turn off Find My iPhone during the process. If that’s the case, just turn it off.

Step 8: At some point, your iPhone screen will show a Slide to Upgrade slider. Just slide and let Pangu continue.
Step 9: Your iPhone will reboot, and once it boots up again, you should have the Pangu and Cydia apps on your Home screen.
Congratulations, you have successfully jailbroken your iOS device. Next step is finding some great tweaks to install.

Troubleshooting

If the Pangu app just closes on its own and leaves a blank Pangu icon on your iPhone Home screen, keep your device plugged in, launch Pangu again, and start over.

How to jailbreak iOS 7.1.x untethered with Pangu on Mac OS X [video]


Pangu for the Mac was just released today, and it brings with it the ability to jailbreak iOS 7.1.x untethered. The Windows version, which was released last week to much fanfare, has already allowed many people to enjoy the fruits of jailbreaking iOS.
I think it’s safe to say that the Mac version has been highly anticipated since word of Pangu first hit the Internet. For those of you who remained patient, your patience has paid off. You can now jailbreak iOS 7.1 and iOS 7.1.1 using your Mac. Check our our full video walkthrough inside for all of the details.
The Pangu jailbreak should work with the following devices: iPhone 4, iPhone 4s, iPhone 5, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5s, iPod touch 5th gen, iPad 2, iPad 3, iPad 4, iPad Air, iPad mini, iPad mini with Retina Display.

How to jailbreak iOS 7.1.x with Pangu for Mac OS X

Step 1: Download the latest version of Pangu for Mac OS X from our downloads page
Step 2: Plug your iOS 7.1.x device in to your computer’s USB port
Step 3: Open Pangu.dmg on your Mac and double click the Pangu icon to run the app
Step 4: Once your device is detected by the app, click the Start Jailbreak button
Step 5: Pangu will ask you to go to Settings > General > Date & Time and disable the Set Automatically toggle. You will then need to set the date to June 2, 2014
Step 6: Once the date is set, the jailbreak process will start automatically. Eventually Pangu will ask you to open the Pangu app icon on the Home screen. Tap the Pangu icon to launch the Pangu app and tap the Continue button
Step 7: Wait patiently, and the jailbreak will continue process. You will be asked to unlock your device after it reboots
Step 8: Once the jailbreak is completed, you should see Cydia on your Home screen
Congratulations. You now have an untethered jailbreak on iOS 7.1.x using your Mac. Pangu should automatically set your date setting in Settings > General > Date & Time back to Set Automatically
Be sure to follow our video tutorial above for complete step-by-step instructions
Have you tried to jailbreak your iOS 7.1.x device using your Mac yet? How do you like the latest version of Pangu?

How to jailbreak iOS 7.1.x with Pangu 1.1 on Windows [video]


The highly anticipated Pangu 1.1 update was just today released for both Windows and Mac users. Obviously, the big news here was Mac compatibility, as Mac users were left without a usable version after the initial Windows-only version of Pangu 1.1 was released.
But Windows users should be happy too, as version 1.1 of Pangu brings with it English text that makes it easier to follow along in the jailbreak process. The update also gets rid of the nefarious checkbox that allowed pirated software to be easily installed on your device.
Pangu 1.1 is a streamlined version of the original tool. If you’ve been on the fence about using it, then perhaps this latest update will ease your concerns. Check inside to view our step-by-step jailbreak tutorial for Pangu 1.1 on Windows.

How to jailbreak iOS 7.1.x with Pangu 1.1 for Windows

Step 1: Download Pangu 1.1 for Windows from our downloads page
Step 2: Plug your iOS 7.1.x device in to your computer’s USB port
Step 3: Open Pangu_v1.1.exe on your Windows machine. You may see a blue error box. If so, click more info and click Run Anyway (see video tutorial for more information). The Pangu app should open.
Step 4: Once your device is detected by the app, click the Start Jailbreak button
Step 5: Pangu will ask you to go to Settings > General > Date & Time and disable the Set Automatically toggle. You will then need to set the date to June 2, 2014
Step 6: Once the date is set, the jailbreak process will begin automatically. After a little while, Pangu will ask you to open the Pangu app icon on the Home screen of your iOS device. Tap the Pangu icon to launch the Pangu app and tap the Continue button
Step 7: The jailbreak will continue process. You will be asked to unlock your device after it reboots
Step 8: Once the jailbreak is completed, you should see Cydia on your Home screen
You now have an untethered jailbreak on iOS 7.1.x using Pangu v 1.1 on your Windows machine.
Be sure to follow our video tutorial above for complete step-by-step instructions that walk you through the entire process from beginning to end.
Have you used Pangu 1.1 yet? What do you think about the changes?

Evad3rs release untethered iOS 7 jailbreak

In a move that I think caught all of us way off-guard, the evad3rs have just released an untethered jailbreak for iOS 7. The team is calling the hack evasi0n7, and it’s compatible with all iPhone, iPod touch, iPad and iPad mini models running iOS 7.0 through 7.0.4.
Folks with devices jailbroken on iOS 6.1.x are now free to update to iOS 7 without losing their JB. But if you just absolutely can’t stand the new operating system, it sounds like a jailbreak for iOS 6.1.3/4/5 will be released in the near future. More details after the fold…
It looks like the evasi0n7 release even caught Saurik off guard, judging by this series of tweets:
Saurik goes on to say that because there was never a tethered jailbreak for iOS 7 that had fully working kernel patches, he hasn’t been able to test much. So he has no idea what will and won’t work, and has asked that folks bear with him as he sorts everything out.
We’re guessing the same goes for a lot of your favorite jailbreak tweaks and utilities. So if you have some Cydia packages that you absolutely can’t live without, it might be best to hold off for a bit while things are tested for compatibility, stability and reliability.
Lastly, congratulations to the evad3rs. Because iOS 7 is so dramatically different than its predecessor, we figured we would be waiting a lot longer for this jailbreak. If you find the tool useful, we encourage you to donate to the team using the link at the bottom of the app.
Anyway, for those of you looking to jump right in, we’ve posted a tutorial for how to jailbreak iOS 7 on both Mac and 404 Comments, or you can go ahead and get started yourself by grabbing evasi0n7 from our Downloads page.
Enjoy.

SnoozeHelper turns your entire Lock screen into a snooze button


When you’re half awake, tapping the tiny “tap to snooze” button on the Lock screen can be a daunting chore. Fortunately, if you’re a jailbreaker, it’s much easier to snooze an overzealous alarm
By turning your Lock screen into one giant button, SnoozeHelper (free) makes it super easy to snooze a pesky alarm clock. Watch our video walkthrough inside to see what I mean.
Once you install SnoozeHelper, there are no options to setup or configure. Once your alarm goes off, simply tap anywhere on the screen (outside of the clock) to silence your alarm temporarily.
Again, SnoozeHelper is a free jailbreak tweak available for download right now on the BigBoss repo.
What do you think about SnoozeHelper? Do you think it would make your mornings a bit easier to deal with? Drop us a line down below with your thoughts on the matter.

Blocked is a new security tweak that lets you limit iPhone access


Jailbreakers Nikias Bassen (Pimskeks) and Melissa Archer have teamed up for a new security-oriented jailbreak tweak. Simply entitled Blocked, this tweak brings two new operation modes to the iPhone for enhanced security.
The two modes, SleepMode and GuestMode, each work to block access to certain features. By using Activator gestures, users can quickly and stealthily enter either mode to beef up device security.
Once you install Blocked, venture over to the stock Settings app to find its preference panel. Inside the Blocked preferences, you’ll find sections to enable Activator triggers for both Guest and Sleep modes.
Along with the trigger settings, you’ll find a plethora of switches and sections for limiting certain features, and in the case of GuestMode, limiting the apps that are eligible for launch.
If you’ve ever encountered a situation where someone asks to use your phone, you know how nerve-wrecking it can be to think about them snooping around your apps, messages, photos, etc. With GuestMode, you can quickly limit the apps that can be launched on the fly before handing over your device. Once you lock and unlock your phone, GuestMode is disabled and your iPhone is back to normal.
SleepMode allows you to block access to features like the fingerprint sensor, Notification and Control center, and others. SleepMode also benefits from the ability to schedule a time range to automatically enter SleepMode without manually activating.
Overall, Blocked is an deep tweak that can help you lock down your iPhone. I especially appreciate the GuestMode, which can allow you to secure your device, but still allow specified functionality configurable to your liking.
If you want to support both Melissa and Nikias, then you can purchase Blocked for $2.99 on the BigBoss repo. What do you think about Blocked? Sound off in the comments.

How to pin Safari tabs in OS X El Capitan


Like Google Chrome and other browsers have been able to do for some time, Safari in OS X El Capitan will now allow you to pin tabs. But pinned tabs work a little differently in Safari for Apple’s in-development OS update than they do in other browsers. In this post, we’ll walkthrough the new tab pinning features, and show you what’s different about the way Apple goes about its implementation.
Here is a summary of some of the things that Safari tabs can do in OS X El Capitan:
  • Right click on a tab to create a pinned tab
  • Drag a tab to the left to pin a tab and to the right to unpin
  • Pinned tabs are persistent across all Safari windows, even when you quit Safari
  • Pinned tabs sync content across windows, including video
  • If you right click on a pinned tab, you can close all unpinned tabs
So while it’s true that pinned tabs are nothing new, as usual, Apple has taken a feature and implemented a version that’s goes the extra mile, feels extremely polished, and adds value for the end user.
I can see myself using Safari tabs in El Capitan for the websites I visit on a regular basis. What about you? Is there anything you would change about the way Safari tabs work?