Tag: JailBreaking

Taig Jailbreak Tool (iOS 8.4)

Hi Guys,

Today, we are gonna discuss about the recently updated TaiG JailBreak Tool v2.4.1 which can jailbreak devices running iOS devices upto iOS 8.4. You can check your iOS version in Settings > General > About > Version before jailbreaking.

If you want to know What is Jailbreaking. Go to this article, it’ll explain you all about it.

What is TaiG JailBreak Tool?

A jailbreak tool named TaiG is released by the TaiG Team and is frequently updated to keep jailbreaking latest iOS version.
TaiG v1.2.1. This tool allows for an untethered jailbreak on devices, running iOS 8.0 to iOS 8.1.2. Read more.
TaiG v1.3. This tool allows for an untethered jailbreak on devices, running iOS 8.2 Beta 2. Read more.
TaiG v2.4.1. This is the most anticipated update of TaiG, because as the jailbreak tool for iOS 8.2 Beta 2 came before a tool for iOS 8.4, many people believed iOS 8.4 to be un-jailbreakable. But nonetheless, Jailbreak community came to rescue as always, this time updating TaiG v2.1.2 to TaiG v2.4.1. This tool allows for an untethered jailbreak on devices, running iOS 8.1.3 to iOS 8.4. Read more by scrolling below.

Who are the TaiG Team?

Team TaiG first launched their jailbreak tool on 29 November 2014 which could jailbreak iOS 8.0 to iOS 8.1.2. Not much is known about this group of Jailbreakers, except that they are Chinese Developers or Hackers. We can say that confidently because both their site is in Chinese language . In early 2015, they updated and revised their existing jailbreak techniques to further develop the tool to make it able to jailbreak iOS 8.2 Beta 2.

And here they come again with further updating TaiG tool to v2.1.2, which can now successfully jailbreak iOS 8.1.3 to iOS 8.4.

How to get it?

To use the TaiG JailBreak Tool to jailbreak your iOS device, first you need to install Taig on your PC, which is easily available to download via the following link of TaiG.com. Download it in your Windows PC. Here’s the link – drive.google.com/installer/TaiGJBreak_EN_2.4.10.zip

How to use it?

Preparation –

i) After downloading the zipped file, unzip it in your PC.
ii) Install iTunes, if not installed already via link 32 bit OR 64 bit.
iii) Backup your device using iTunes (or iCloud) before using Taig. If something breaks, you’ll always be able to recover your data. (Personally I prefer to reset my iPhone and not making a full backup, that’s too slow. iCloud is still a better option regarding speed).
iv) Those who use backup passwords in iTunes must disable them for now. After doing so, iTunes makes a brand new backup. Please wait for that backup to complete before proceeding! Feel free to re-enable your backup password after jailbreaking.
v) Disable the lock pass-code of your iOS device before using TaiG via Settings > General > Pass-code Lock.
vi) Disable Find my iPhone (Settings > Privacy > Location Services) and enable AirPlane Mode via Settings.
vii) Make sure to have at least 80% battery in your iDevice, before jailbreaking.

JailBreaking –

viii) Launch iTunes, plug-in your device, once iTunes identifies your device, Launch Taig and kill iTunes via Windows Task Manager.iOS 8.4 Jailbreak
ix) Keep the Cydia option checked. Make sure to uncheck the second option of 3K assistant or something like that.
x) Click the button of “Start” in the bottom part of Taig window. Just sit back and see its progress.
xi) Avoid using your device or iTunes related tasks until the process is complete. You can just enjoy a brief break from the computer to stretch your legs.
xii) {Optional step} If the process gets stuck somewhere, it’s safe to restart the program, reboot the device (by holding the Power and Home button simultaneously until the Apple Logo appears), and restart the process, with WiFi off.
xiii) Once the process is done, you will find the “Cydia” app on your home screen which is your AppStore for JailBroken devices.
xiv) You can also set a pass code and enable Find my iPhone. Do disable the Airplane mode.
xv) Now enjoy your jailbroken device.

Precautions –

xvi) If you try to update your device’s iOS version through the phone itself (i.e. OTA Updates), it will un – jailbreak your device. Because in higher versions of iOS, often the security holes are patched. These security holes are used to exploit and root the phone which are present in earlier version of iOS.
xvii) But you can again jailbreak the newer version of iOS too.

TaiG’s Gratitude

“This is TaiG’s third time to release a jailbreak tool. For the last two releases, we received great attention from jailbreak users and technology media worldwide, and we want to say thank you.

An untethered jailbreak takes not only a slice of fortune but an ascetic perseverance. XN, as an exploit developer of TaiG Jailbreak team, is in fact lonely, of very few words and a socially challenged person. Even so, there is still one of his rare times to tell us: he wants to let his brain stop thinking.

The most exciting part in jailbreak development is the moment to see Jailbreak Succeeded. It is the recognition and support of our users that drive us to keep moving forward. At this moment, no word can express the appreciation, and no word has no vulnerabilities. XN chooses to dedicate his enthusiasm and energy to coding and programming.

Thanks for Apple for the greatest product of this era. Thanks for all the jailbreak developers to make the world even better.”

– TaiG Jailbreak Team, 23rd June, 2015

List of Compatible iDevices

Following is the list of compatible Apple products with above specified iOS version which can be rooted with this method.

  • iPhone 6 Plus
  • iPhone 6
  • iPhone 5S
  • iPhone 5C
  • iPhone 5
  • iPhone 4S
  • iPad 4
  • iPad 3
  • iPad 2
  • iPad Air 2
  • iPad Air
  • iPad Mini 3
  • iPad Mini 2
  • iPad Mini
  • iPod Touch 5G

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Jailbreaking Tutorial

Give your comments and views in comments below.

That’s all folks.

Note – TechGlobule doesn’t encourages any of its reader to jailbreak his/her iDevice. TechGlobule will not be held responsible for any damage to anyone’s iDevice.
Image source – cdn.maypalo.com, redmondpie.com, and taig.com.
Tool source – taig.com.
Author – Swapnil Jha.

TaiG Jailbreak (iOS 8.1.3 to 8.3)

Hi Guys,

In an earlier post, we discussed about jailbreaking iOS 8 to iOS 8.2 Beta 2 via the TaiG Jailbreak Tool v1.2.1 and v1.3. Today, we are gonna discuss about the updated TaiG JailBreak Tool v2.1.2 which can jailbreak devices running iOS 8.1.3 upto the latest iOS 8.3. You can check your iOS version in Settings > General > About > Version.

What is TaiG JailBreak Tool?

A jailbreak tool named TaiG is released by the TaiG Team and is frequently updated to keep jailbreaking latest iOS version.
TaiG v1.2.1. This tool allows for an untethered jailbreak on devices, running iOS 8.0 to iOS 8.1.2. Read more.
TaiG v1.3. This tool allows for an untethered jailbreak on devices, running iOS 8.2 Beta 2. Read more.
TaiG v2.1.2. This is the most anticipated update of TaiG, because as the jailbreak tool for iOS 8.2 Beta 2 came before a tool for iOS 8.1.3, many people believed iOS 8.1.3 along with iOS 8.3 is un-jailbreakable. But nonetheless, Jailbreak community came to rescue as always, this time as TaiG v2.1.2. This tool allows for an untethered jailbreak on devices, running iOS 8.1.3 to iOS 8.3. Read more by scrolling below.

Who are the TaiG Team?

Team TaiG first launched their jailbreak tool on 29 November 2014 which could jailbreak iOS 8.0 to iOS 8.1.2. Not much is known about this group of Jailbreakers, except that they are Chinese Developers or Hackers. We can say that confidently because both their site is in Chinese language 😉. In early 2015, they updated and revised their existing jailbreak techniques to further develop the tool to make it able to jailbreak iOS 8.2 Beta 2.

And here they come again with further updating TaiG tool to v2.1.2, which can now successfully jailbreak iOS 8.1.3 to iOS 8.3.

How to get it?

To use the TaiG JailBreak Tool to jailbreak your iOS device, first you need to install Taig on your PC, which is easily available to download via the following link of TaiG.com. Download it in your Windows PC. Here’s the link – drive.google.com/TaiGJBreak_EN_2.1.20.zip

How to use it?

Preparation –

i) After downloading the zipped file, unzip it in your PC.
ii) Install iTunes, if not installed already via link 32 bit OR 64 bit.
iii) Backup your device using iTunes (or iCloud) before using Taig. If something breaks, you’ll always be able to recover your data. (Personally I prefer to reset my iPhone and not making a full backup, that’s too slow. iCloud is still a better option regarding speed).
iv) Those who use backup passwords in iTunes must disable them for now. After doing so, iTunes makes a brand new backup. Please wait for that backup to complete before proceeding! Feel free to re-enable your backup password after jailbreaking.
v) Disable the lock pass-code of your iOS device before using TaiG via Settings > General > Pass-code Lock.
vi) Disable Find my iPhone (Settings > Privacy > Location Services) and enable AirPlane Mode via Settings.
vii) Make sure to have at least 80% battery in your iDevice, before jailbreaking.

JailBreaking –

viii) Launch iTunes, plug-in your device, once iTunes identifies your device, Launch Taig and kill iTunes via Windows Task Manager.
ix) Keep the Cydia option checked. Make sure to uncheck the second option of 3K assistant or something like that.
x) Click the button of “Start” in the bottom part of Taig window. Just sit back and see its progress.
xi) Avoid using your device or iTunes related tasks until the process is complete. You can just enjoy a brief break from the computer to stretch your legs.
xii) {Optional step} If the process gets stuck somewhere, it’s safe to restart the program, reboot the device (by holding the Power and Home button simultaneously until the Apple Logo appears), and restart the process, with WiFi off.
xiii) Once the process is done, you will find the “Cydia” app on your home screen which is your AppStore for JailBroken devices.
xiv) You can also set a pass code and enable Find my iPhone. Do disable the Airplane mode.
xv) Now enjoy your jailbroken device.

Precautions –

xvi) If you try to update your device’s iOS version through the phone itself (i.e. OTA Updates), it will un – jailbreak your device. Because in higher versions of iOS, often the security holes are patched. These security holes are used to exploit and root the phone which are present in earlier version of iOS.
xvii) But you can again jailbreak the newer version of iOS too. 😉

TaiG’s Gratitude

“This is TaiG’s third time to release a jailbreak tool. For the last two releases, we received great attention from jailbreak users and technology media worldwide, and we want to say thank you.

An untethered jailbreak takes not only a slice of fortune but an ascetic perseverance. XN, as an exploit developer of TaiG Jailbreak team, is in fact lonely, of very few words and a socially challenged person. Even so, there is still one of his rare times to tell us: he wants to let his brain stop thinking.

The most exciting part in jailbreak development is the moment to see Jailbreak Succeeded. It is the recognition and support of our users that drive us to keep moving forward. At this moment, no word can express the appreciation, and no word has no vulnerabilities. XN chooses to dedicate his enthusiasm and energy to coding and programming.

Thanks for Apple for the greatest product of this era. Thanks for all the jailbreak developers to make the world even better.”

– TaiG Jailbreak Team, 23rd June, 2015

List of Compatible iDevices

Following is the list of compatible Apple products with above specified iOS version which can be rooted with this method.

  • iPhone 6 Plus
  • iPhone 6
  • iPhone 5S
  • iPhone 5C
  • iPhone 5
  • iPhone 4S
  • iPad 4
  • iPad 3
  • iPad 2
  • iPad Air 2
  • iPad Air
  • iPad Mini 3
  • iPad Mini 2
  • iPad Mini
  • iPod Touch 5G

List of compatible tweaks

Here is the link of Google Docs of list of compatible tweaks, which is being frequently updated.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheetssomethingsomething

Although the list contains only about 350 tweaks out of which many are not compatible but it’s nothing to worry about, because first of all the list is incomplete, and I guess the jailbreak developers will update their tweaks to work properly with the new jailbreak.

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Give your comments and views in comments below.

That’s all folks.

Note – TechGlobule doesn’t encourages any of its reader to jailbreak his/her iDevice. TechGlobule will not be held responsible for any damage to anyone’s iDevice.
Image source – redmondpie.com.
Tool source – taig.com.
List source – ibtimes.co.uk and taig.com
Author – Swapnil Jha.

How to set Pattern Lock in iDevice?

Hi Guys,

Today, we will get our iDevice users attain Pattern Lock, the Android feature, they always longed for.

What is AndroidLock XT?

AndroidLock XT is an enhanced version of an older tweak Android LockScreen which was meant for earlier iOS versions (below iOS 4).

It comes pre-installed with new patterns themes and offers various customizations specially made for Security conscious iDevice users, and stylish iDevice users like me as well. 😉

What can it do?

AndroidLock XT features a fully customizable pattern lock screen.

It is one of the best lock screen alternative that you should use for Jaibroken iOS 7.

It also comes with maximum unlock attempts limit and also supports emergency calls just like the stock Lock screen.

Special Features

  • 6 Different themes.
  • Customizable appearance and themes.
  • Enable/Disable switch.
  • Max attempts limit.
  • Emergency call.
  • Option for asking pattern only after set time.
  • iCaughtU support (only iCaughtU PRO, no fake mode).
  • It is compatible with a variety of Lock Screen tweaks, for e.g. LockCalendar, LockInfo, BuddyLock, Cydgets, and RecognizeMe Biometric Lock.
  • Option for no pattern if connected to WiFi.
  • Option for no pattern if connected to Bluetooth.

Who’s the developer?

ZMaster is the developer of this tweak. You can follow him on Twitter for tweak update news. ZMaster is the creator of a number of Cydia tweaks, which are listed here.

Will it support my device?

АndrоіdLосk ХТ supports іРhоnе, іРоd Тоuсh, and іРаd as well.

Supported iOS Versions –

  • iPhone (iOS 4 to iOS 8)
  • iPod Touch (iOS 4 to iOS 8)
  • iPad (iOS 3.2 to iOS 8)

How to get it?

It is readily available for 1.99 USD on the ModMyi.com Repo. Simply search for AndroidLock XT in the Search section, and install it. If you are unsure how to install, see our post or YouTube video to get assistance regarding installations in Cydia. ModMyi.com Repo – http://apt.modmyi.com/

How to get it for free?

TechGlobule doesn’t supports Piracy, we are providing a way to get AndroidLock XT for free for those users who want to test this tweak before paying.

It is available for Free on the SiNfuL iPhone Repo. Simply search for AndroidLock XT Cracked in the Search section, and install it. If you are unsure how to install, see our post or YouTube video to get assistance regarding installations in Cydia. ModMyi.com Repo – http://www.sinfuliphonerepo.com/

How to use it?

After installation, Open Settings > AndroidLock XT > Enable. After enabling it, go to Change Pattern. You can leave other settings as default or set them as per your wish.

For more such tweaks, visit our category of Jailbroken Apps.

Screenshot Gallery

That’s all folks.

Image source – youtube.com (Featured image), My iPhone 4S running iOS 8.1.2 (Screenshots).
Author – Swapnil Jha

How to change the default browser of any iDevice?

Hi Guys,

Today we are discussing how to change the default browser of an iOS device, that is Safari to any other browser, like Google Chrome, Opera Mini, etc.

How can I change the default browser in my iDevice?

  • First of all, you will need a Jailbroken iOS Device. If you can find an app named Cydia, then your iDevice is jailbroken. Else you’ll need to jailbreak it, try Jailbreaking made easy.
  • Then download any other browser which you want to make your default browser like Google Chrome, Opera Mini, etc.
  • Open Cydia, and search for BrowserChooser. Install it.
  • After installation, go to Settings > BrowserChooser. You will find a list of installed browsers, choose anyone, Or choose none, if you want it to be Android style, asking every time you click a link.
  • You are done.

Now whenever, Safari opened automatically, for e.g. when clicking any link, or searching via Siri; Instead of Safari, the link will open in your chosen browser.

Who’s the developer?

BrowserChooser tweak was developed by Ryan Petrich. He is one of the well-known Jailbreak Developers and iOS Hacker. This tweak along with other great tweaks are also available on his own Repo http://rpetri.ch/repo/.

Will it support my device?

It will most probably work with all iDevices running any iOS. But developers say it supports iOS 5 and above.

I personally tested it on my iPhone 4S running iOS 8.1.2. It didn’t worked all the time. So I switched to Browser Changer. But everyone should consider BrowserChooser first because it is made by a well known iOS Developer, Ryan Petrich.

In which Repo will I find it?

It is readily available for free on the BigBoss Repo as well as Ryan’s own Beta Repo in Cydia. Simply search for BrowserChooser in the Search section, and install it. If you are unsure how to install, see our post or YouTube video to get assistance regarding installations in Cydia. BigBoss Repo – http://apt.thebigboss.org/repofiles/cydia/ and Ryan Petrich’s Repo – http://rpetri.ch/repo/

Note in case of failure –

In case BrowserChooser isn’t working as expected or isn’t supporting your iOS version or your refereed Browser, you can try Browser Changer Tweak. It is a similar tweak.

Screenshots Gallery

That’s all folks.

Image Source – Swapnil’s iPhone 4S (iOS 8.1.2)
Author – Swapnil Jha

Great Cydia Tweaks- May 2015

Hi Guys,

Today we are providing a list of some great tweaks we found this month.

List of Cydia Tweaks we found in May 2015

  • AppETA

    It helps a user to know the Estimated Time of Arrival of any downloading app.
    It costs 0.99 USD.
    It is easily available on BigBoss Repo.

  • Applocker

    As the name suggests, it will lock specified apps with a pass code.
    It costs 0.99 USD.
    It is easily available on ModMyi.com Repo.

  • Barrel

    It will add some great graphics to your iDevice icons.
    It costs 2.99 USD.
    It is easily available on BigBoss Repo.

  • CacheClearer

    It is used to Reset any app’s cache.
    It is Free of cost.
    It is easily available on RPetrich Repo.

  • Cask

    It adds some great graphics to your scrolling.
    It is Free of cost.
    It is easily available on RPtetrich Repo.

  • CurtiansForYou

    It adds an attractive back gesture.
    It is Free of cost.
    It is easily available on RPetrich Repo.

  • DetailedBatteryUsage

    It adds a usage Graph to Battery usage.
    It is Free of cost.
    It is easily available on BigBoss Repo.

  • Iconoclasm

    It is used to customize icon grids.
    It costs 3.00 USD.
    It is easily available on ModMyi.com Repo.

  • MIUI V5 Port

    This is a MIUI 5 inspired theme.
    It is Free of cost.
    It is easily available on ZodTTD & MacCiti Repo.

  • NoSlowAnimations

    This tweak will help you speed up iOS’s default fade animation.
    It is Free of cost.
    It is easily available on BigBoss Repo.

We will discuss these tweaks one by one in future posts.

That’s all Folks.

Image sources – iphonehacks.com, johnsphones.com, todoiphone.net, youtube.com, biteyourapple.net, & Swapnil’s iPhone 4S.
Author – Swapnil Jha

Activator Tweak: The best Cydia Tweak

Hi Guys,

Today, we are gonna learn about a famous Cydia Tweak, known as Activator.
For more such tweaks, visit our category of Jailbroken Apps.

What is Activator?

Activator is a tweak designed to improve the customizability of shortcuts in the native iOS system as well as to third-party apps.
It is a dependency of many other major tweaks. It is the backbone of a Jailbroken iDevice. Well, not really, your iDevice can work well without it, but with it, it will work awesome.

What can it do?

Activator Tweak

Activator as said in its description on Cydia –
“Centralized gestures, button and shortcut management for iOS.”

Various jailbreak tweaks like LastApp and SBSettings use Activator as their method of activation.

 

There is plenty of customized actions you can do with Activator on your own to make your life easier. You can use it to quickly launch apps, and perform other system actions. It can be a great way to save time.

 

Activator can do any “task” when an “action” is triggered (Don’t worry, you are the one here specifying the task as well as the action). The options are Anywhere, At Home Screen, In Application, and At Lock Screen. Each one of these has the same massive list of activations, but they will only trigger if you are in the right part of your phone.

 

Personally, I always mostly use Anywhere, as I want to use most actions no matter what, but there are times where setting actions only at certain locations can be helpful.

 

It would fill a whole forum to list the available actions and combinations of actions (Cool!), but I will tell those which I use in my iPhone –
Turning on WiFi whenever I unlock my device, and it off on locking it, (it help saves me battery), I use the same for Location Services too, (yes I can assign multiple tasks to the same action).
I envied the back button of my Android using friends but that was before I jailbreaked my iPhone, I use LastApp, whenever I swipe the right part of the Status Bar, I get back to the last app being used.
 

It also integrates with tons of other jailbreak tweaks and apps, so many of their actions can be set to custom triggers. Triggers can also be assigned to controlling your music, locking and unlocking your device, launching certain functions on the phone like calling or messaging a specific person, opening different parts of settings, composing messages, posting status, performing system functions such as rebooting and going into safe mode, launching selected apps, and toggling quick settings like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, etc. etc. I’ll be tired if I try to explain its limitless functionality in brief. So as you can see, it can really help automate all kinds of things on your iDevice.

Who is the developer?

Activator tweak was developed by Ryan Petrich. He is one of the well-known Jailbreak Developers and iOS Hacker. This tweak along with other great tweaks are also available on his own Repo http://rpetri.ch/repo/

Will it support my device?

It will most probably work with all iDevices running any iOS. But developers say it supports iOS 5 and above.

How to get it?

It is readily available for free on the BigBoss Repo as well as Ryan’s own Beta Repo in Cydia. Simply search for Activator in the Search section, and install it. If you are unsure how to install, see our post or YouTube video to get assistance regarding installations in Cydia. BigBoss Repo – http://apt.thebigboss.org/repofiles/cydia/

Screenshots Gallery

That’s all folks.

Image source – carloborja.com (Featured image) and Swapnil’s iPhone 4S iOS 8.1.2 for screenshots.
Author – Swapnil Jha

Great Cydia Tweaks- April 2015

Hi Guys,

Today we are providing a list of some great tweaks we found this month.

List of Cydia Tweaks we found in April 2015

  • Activator

    It is a Toggle system.
    It is Free of cost.
    It is easily available on BigBoss Repo.
    Read more…

  • Auxo 3

    It merges the App Switcher and the Control Center.
    It costs 2.99 USD.
    It is easily available on BigBoss Repo.

  • CCHide

    It hides specified sections of Control Center.
    It is Free of cost.
    It is easily available on BigBoss Repo.

  • CCSettings

    It customizes toggles in Control Center.
    It is Free of cost.
    It is easily available on BigBoss Repo.

  • F.lux

    It reduces the white glare of the mobile screen.
    It is Free of cost.
    It is easily available on Cydia/Telesphoreo Repo (the default repository).

  • iCleaner

    It helps saves memory by cleaning waste data.
    It is Free of cost.
    It is easily available on ModMyi.com Repo.

  • iWidgets

    It is the widget controller of iOS.
    It is Free of cost.
    It is easily available on ModMyi.com Repo.

  • LastApp

    It is shortcut to Last App.
    It is Free of cost.
    It is easily available on BigBoss Repo.

  • LocalIAPStore

    This tweak is used to buy in – app purchases for free.
    It is Free of cost.
    It is easily available on In-AppStore.com Cydia Repo.

  • SBFlip

    This tweak is used to enjoy iPhone 6 like rotation in any device.
    It is Free of cost.
    It is easily available on BigBoss Repo.

We will discuss these tweaks one by one in future posts.
 

That’s all Folks.

Image sources – dailyiphoneblog.com, youtube.com, iphonetouchnews2.com, moreinfo.thebigboss.org, brit.co, funkyspacemonkey.com, myrepospace.com & Swapnil’s iPhone 4S
Author – Swapnil Jha

Cydia – Jailbroken App Store

Hi Guys,

In an earlier post we discussed the Play Store for rooted Android devices known as Xposed Framework.

Today we are gonna discuss the App Store for jailbroken iOS Devices known as Cydia.

What is Cydia?

Cydia is like an App Store on which all the items (apps, modules, tweaks, emulators, etc.) which needs root access to work properly, or which got rejected by Apple Inc. to be included in the official App Store to protect its the limitations it imposes on its devices.
The foremost thing is it also allows you to change the look of your iPhone, which is the main reason we envy our Android friends. You can select from a variety of themes that can change your icons, wallpaper, dock and status bar, etc. You can even use an application called WinterBoard to changes things like your dialer keypad, your Chat bubbles, the color of the WiFi and Signal bars…etc.

Why use Cydia instead of App Store?

It’s an independent, third-party installer application for all the iOS Devices. Developed by Jay Freeman (Saurik), it’s similar to the official App Store but has even better apps to feature. Many a times, apps featured in Cydia make their place in future versions of iOS.

How to get Cydia?

If you have jailbroken your iOS device via a popular or known jailbreak tool like Evasi0n, Pangu or Taig, you will automatically get the lastest version of Cydia installed in your device. Or else, let us know in the comments.

How to use Cydia?

Once you open it, you’ll find 5 sections. Here are the details:

Cydia – Here you’ll find link to Saurik’s Facebook and Twitter page, some sponsored apps (which are mostly paid), account information (it isn’t needed until you buy a paid tweak or app), user guides, FAQs, community help and some extras.

Sources – All the sources / repositories can be viewed here which were either pre-installed or installed by user. Repositories are an online hub where the developers release and store their tweaks for quick access and installation by anyone. You can add or remove sources by tapping on “Edit”. User shouldn’t install unknown repositories, as they may contain harmful app.

Changes – All new programs and updates can be found here. This particular section is updated every time Cydia is opened.

Installed – This section allows you seen all the things ( apps, tweaks, mods etc.) which are installed in your phone. User can remove anything by tapping it > Modify > Remove > Reboot Device / Respring Device (whichever option is visible). But users should refrain removing pre-installed things which are installed during the jailbreak process. To make sure that, one should only use the User tab from above tabs in this section.

Search – If you know the name of the tweak, you can go to this tab and start searching by entering the name. User can install anything by tapping it > Install > Confirm > Reboot Device / Respring Device (whichever option is visible).

Note – You can also use Continue Queuing option if you want to install or remove more than one thing during a restart.

What is the difference between Respring and Reboot?

Respring means Restart Springboard, it can be thought of as a soft restart, in it only the software restarts making it quicker than a reboot. On the other hand, in a reboot, both software and hardware as well restarts. The software of the iDevice is known as the Springboard.

What is the Safe Mode?

In case anything newly installed, gets faulty like any tweak or module, to prevent any harm to itself, the device will automatically restart in safe mode, in which one can go to Cydia and remove the newly installed package via the Installed Section.

How to buy apps from Cydia?

Cydia offers some awesome paid tweaks to spice up your iPhone or iPad. Cydia allows you to login with a Facebook or Twitter account and pay via Amazon gift cards or PayPal. Payments are easier than you would expect.

About the Developer

Jay Freeman (Saurik) first released Cydia in February 2008 as an open-source alternative to Installer.app on iPhone OS 1.1. On November 5, 2014, Cydia was updated to version 1.1.16. This version included some minor bug fixes.

You can see a demo in the Cydia Gallery. Ask your queries or feedback in the comments.

Cydia Gallery

You can also watch the video of the same at our YouTube channel.

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That’s all folks.

Image source – redmondpie.com (Featured image) and Swapnil’s iPhone 4S (screenshots and video).
Author- Swapnil Jha

Ways of Rooting

Hi Guys,

We have already discussed the disadvantages of Rooting in our earlier post.

Today we will discuss how to overcome those disadvantages.

Root access enables a user to install a powerful and versatile app which itself acts as a gateway to easy, non-destructive device change, namely Xposed Framework.

Fortunately, there is various privacy protector application such as SuperSU that only grants root access to those applications which the user chooses. There are also various root-enabled utilities which are available to help you restore for when something goes wrong, i.e. un-bricking (which we will discuss in brief in another post).

For beginners, one can also use a number of root-enabled application backup tools to back up one’s applications and his/her other information in his/her storage, PC, and even online cloud. Complementing a custom recovery, (which helps in making a backup and flashing things, which I’ll explain in another article), rooted users are able to do a full, system-wide NANDroid Backup that essentially replicates your current smartphone or tablet at any particular time and saves it as a backup.

Following is the list of common Methods of Rooting –

  • Gandalf Exploit

    It is compatible with all devices running with Qualcomm chipset.
    The complexity of this method is “easy”.
    Read more…

  • Boromir, Faramir and Barahir Exploits

    These are compatible with all devices running with MTK chipset.
    The complexity of this method is “very easy”.
    Read more…

  • Odin Software

    These are compatible with all devices running with Exynos chipset, which is mostly, Samsung devices.
    The complexity of this method is “medium”.
    Read more…

  • Evasi0n JailBreak Tool

    These are compatible with all the devices running Apple’s OS, known as iOS, which are iPods, iPhones, iPads.
    The complexity of the method is “easy”.
    This is the best method to Jailbreak iOS 6.0 to iOS 7.0.6.
    Read more…

  • Pangu JailBreak Tool

    These are compatible with all the devices running Apple’s OS, known as iOS, which are iPods, iPhones, iPads.
    The complexity of the method for iOS 7.1 is “medium” and for iOS 8.1 is “very easy”.
    This is the best method to Jailbreak iOS 7.1 to iOS 8.1.
    Read more…

  • Taig JailBreak Tool

    These are compatible with all the devices running Apple’s OS, known as iOS, which are iPods, iPhones, iPads.
    The complexity of the method is “very easy”.
    This is the best method to Jailbreak iOS 8.0 to iOS 8.4.
    Read more…

That’s all folks.

Note – Root your device at your own risk. TechGlobule is by no means encouraging any phone user to root his/her phone.
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Author – Swapnil Jha
Co-Author – Abdul Rehman

Root & JailBreak: What are they?

Hi Guys,

Smartphones now being so common in public. Many of the smart phone owners come across words like Rooting and JailBreaking. Today we will discuss about these.

What is Rooting?

Android OS users may have noticed that they don’t have all the necessary control on their device. For e.g. A ZenFone User may think that why can’t he have the features of another phone, let’s say Sony Xperia E3. Having the same Android version, it should be easy for ZenFone user to change ZenUI to Sony’s Xperia UI. But it is not the case. Due to the limitations set by the phone’s manufacturer, a user do not have complete control over his/her device.
The process of getting all the required necessary control of a mobile device via some exploits is known as Rooting.

What is JailBreaking?

iOS users (Apple’s mobile OS) notice this lack of control in a bitter way. They aren’t even able to change their themes, transitions, icons, etc. let alone the features. The process of rooting a iOS device through exploits is termed as JailBreaking.

What are the advantages of Rooting or JailBreaking?

  1. By rooting, we can not only increase our system stability and performance but also Increase our battery backup.
  2. Custom ROMs allow users to update to the latest version of the Android OS before they are officially released for their device, by their manufacturer.
  3. This is a great feature for those who are tech-savvy and want to stay on top of the latest and greatest software updates before it hits the mainstream crowd. This is also useful if one has an outdated device that is no longer being updated by its manufacturer.
  4. By rooting the device, we also gain the ability to unlock some features that the carrier might charge for. One main example is free WiFi and USB tethering, which many carriers charge money for. (I’m not suggesting you do this. But I just wanted to make you aware of the endless possibilities.)
    That goes same of the iOS users.

What are the disadvantages?

There are only 2 disadvantages of rooting or jailbreaking (fortunately both of them are curable, although are difficult to cure.)

  1. By rooting, you void your device’s warranty. This means, if anything goes wrong with the device, the manufacture won’t help you at all.
  2. Rooting allow users to view and edit system files, which creates the possibility of deleting any important system file. Thus, it can result in corruption of device, aka Bricking.You may ask your queries in comments below.

That’s all folks.

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Author – Siddhant Baranwal
Co – Author – Swapnil Jha
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