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An updated version of PwnageTool and Redsn0w, includes a fix for the iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4 side switch vibration issue. This update has been released by iPhone Dev Team.

Just a couple of days ago, Dev team had released PwnageTool 4.3.3 and Redsn0w 0.9.6rc15 for iOS 4.3.3 that include the untether jailbreak developed by iPhone hacking expert Stefan Esser.

Dev Team reveal this information on their blog:

“PwnageTool and redsn0w have been updated to include a fix for the iPhone3GS/i4 side switch vibration issue (only for 4.3.3!). Thanks to @i0n1c for tracking this down (even though he doesn’t even have an iPhone!).”

“If you’re already jailbroken at 4.3.3 (by either redsn0w rc15 or custom IPSW), you can install this fix simply by running redsn0w rc16 over your existing 4.3.3 jailbreak. Just uncheck the “Install Cydia” option and check any other options you want. The fix will be installed no matter what you’ve selected. This is safe for even ultrasn0w unlockers to do (because redsn0w itself won’t update your baseband…only an iTunes stock IPSW update/restore will do that).”

“redsn0w rc16 has a few more improvements: Windows 7 and Vista users should no longer need to set their CPU affinity…just run redsn0w as Administrator in XP compatiblity mode. Also, the “verbose boot” option for old-bootrom iPhone 3GS has been fixed for 4.3.3 (remember: old-bootrom 3GS users can even have custom bootlogos that show right at power-up).”

Here are the following iOS devices for iOS 4.3.3 supports by PwnageTool 4.3.3.1 and Redsn0w 0.9.6rc16:

- iPhone 3GS
- iPhone 4 (GSM)
- iPod Touch 3G
- iPod Touch 4G
- iPad 1
- Apple TV 2G (v4.3 8F202)

Click the link below to download Redns0w 0.9.6rc16:

Mac OS X

Windows

Right now PwnageTool 4.3.3.1 is available only for Mac users. Click the link below to download.

PwnageTool 4.3.3.1 is available only for Mac users

Lets us know if you got anything to share, we will be glad to hear from you.

[ Via iphonehacks ]

Apple trying its best not to give up the iPad 2 for jailbreakers. Rumors are going on that Apple is working on developing another blocks for iOS 4.31.

Panic with the situation of having latest iOS 4.3. getting jailbroken, Apple have released iOS 4.3.1 that has invulnerability to Jailbreaks. Now Apple is said to be preparing to bring up another patch that will give minor improvements and more on the protection side. The iOS 4.3 only had a couple of days before it was exploited by some of the top iPhone hackers and jailbreakers.

Dev Team also announced that they have the exploits already but are still preparing them for release. Just couple of days ago a new iOs 4.3.1 untethered jailbreak has been released for everyone under PwnageTool and redsnow prepared by the Dev Team using Stefan’s exploit.

[Via]
http://3anime.com

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The iOS 4.3.1 which was released yesterday has already jailbroken using PwnageTool 4.2 for Mac.

Apple has update iOS 4.3, which fixes issues related to mobile connections, graphics glitch and Apple TV.

Dev Team has alert the iPhone jailbreakers and unlockers that they should avoid upgrading to iOS 4.3.1 until further notice.

[Via]
http://www.iphonehacks.com

Download: Custom Custom Firmware 3.1 For iPhone 3Gs

by tABStaff on September 29, 2009 · 0 comments

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Yesterday the iPhone DevTeam released the latest version of PwnageTool. Unfortunately it is still for Mac users only. Here you can download custom 3.1 firmwares for your 3Gs, but read the rules before downloading.

First thing you need to do is to jailbreak your iPhone 3Gs using firmware 3.0 or 3.0.1. If you are on 3.1 , you need to downgrade (if you can) otherwise jailbreak for OS 3.1 WILL NOT WORK!

The iPhone 3Gs is now supported in PwnageTool 3.1.3, assuming the phone was pwned at 3.0 or 3.0.1 – PwnageTool does not support the 3Gs out of the box. If your iPhone 3Gs has 3.1 preinstalled and is not Pwned then there is no tested jailbreak solution at the moment.

Q: Why there is a 500 MB custom firmware and a 1 GB custom firmware? What’s the difference?
A: The amount of apps you can install is greater on the 1GB version, the amount of music etc you can use is greater on a 500MB version.

Q: What’s the difference between activated and unactivated custom firmware? Which one should i use?
A: If you use offical carrier then you should use the UNACTIVATED custom firmware. If you are using other sim cards ( not the official carrier sim cards ) should use the ACTIVATED custom firmware

Q: Great, Rapidshare again?!?!?
A: Just stop bitching about it….

Q: Ok , i downloaded the custom firmware, now what?
A: Connect your iPhone, open iTunes and hit Shift+Restore. Browse for your custom firmware that you just downloaded and restore your iPhone with it. Thats it.

Custom 3.1 firmware for official carrier users:

500 MB partition unlocked and unactivated with Cydia
part 1
part 2
1 GB partition unlocked and unactivated with Cydia
part 1
part 2
Custom 3.1 firmware for people using ultrasn0w:
500 MB partition unlocked and activated with Cydia
part 1
part 2
1 GB partition unlocked and activated with Cydia
part 1
part 2

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This guide and tutorial will show you how to jailbreak your iPhone 3G running firmware 3.1, using PwnageTool for Mac OS X. So far, only PwnageTool is available for jailbreaking the 3.1 iPhone 3G and it is only for Mac. I believe a RedSn0w method for both Mac and PC will be available soon.

1. Make sure you have installed the latest version of iTunes (iTunes 9).

2. On your desktop, create a folder called “jailbreak” or whatever name you want to give it. It doesn’t really matter. Download PwnageTool 3.1 and the 3.1 IPSW (iPhone1,2_3.1_7C144_Restore.ipsw) from here and save them into the “jailbreak” folder. Note that you should download the firmware using FireFox as Safari often brings up issues. Also note that the PwnageTool download link is a torrent and you will need a torrent downloader (ie. uTorrent) to download it.

3. Launch PwnageTool. It will give you some sort of warning. Just click OK. On the next screen, choose the “Expert Mode”.

4. Select your iPhone model and click the blue arrow to continue.

5. Browse for the IPSW you downloaded in step 2. You should then get a green check mark.

6. You will now be offered several options. Choose “General”. Make sure the “Activate the phone” box is left UNCHECKED. This is very important. I repeat: make sure the “activate the phone” box is blank.

7. Increase the root partition size to 700 MB. This is not necessary but it is safer. Then click the blue arrow to continue. Click the blue arrow one more time to skip the bootneuter settings, which aren’t available for the iPhone 3G.

8. You will now have the possibility to pre-install a few packages from Cydia so you don’t have to do it manually later. I will skip this part. Click the blue arrow to go to the next step.

9. You will now be in the “Custom packages settings”. Make sure Cydia is selected and you may want to select Icy as well. For what it’s worth, I do not use Icy. I only use Cydia but you’re free to select both if you want. Whatever you do, make sure at least Cydia is selected. Click the blue arrow to continue.

10. You can now set your own “Custom logos settings”. I don’t use any but again, you can choose the one pre-selected or you can even upload your own. If you choose to upload your own, remember the logo mustn’t be bigger than 320 x 480. Click the blue arrow when done to continue.

11. It is now time to start the pwnage process. You should be on the main options screen offering you 6 different options. Choose “Build” and click the blue arrow to continue.

12. You will now have to save your custom IPSW file. Save it in the “jailbreak” folder we created in step 2.

13. Your custom IPSW firmware will now be built, which may take up to 15 minutes, so be patient.

14. You will most likely be asked for your administrator password. Fill in the blanks and click OK.

15. You will then be asked if your iPhone has been pwned before. Just answer “No”.

16. Now is the most important step. You will first be asked to turn off your iPhone. Follow the instructions on your computer screen to put your iPhone into DFU mode. Basically, you have to hold the home and power buttons together for 10 seconds, then release the power button but still hold the home button. If done correctly, PwnageTool will tell you you successfully entered the DFU mode.

17. If iTunes hasn’t launched automatically, open it. iTunes should tell you it has detected an iPhone in recovery mode. Click OK.

18. In iTunes, hold the “Alt/Option” key and click Restore at the same time. DO NOT click “restore” without holding the “Alt/Option” key! A window will pop up and you’ll be able to choose the custom IPSW file you created in step12 that you saved in your “jailbreak” folder.

19. iTunes will now work on restoring your iPhone using the custom firmware.

20. Done! You will now be offered the option to set up your iPhone as a new phone or restore from a previous backup. I personally like to start fresh and I always choose to set it up as a new phone, but it’s your choice.

21. You should now see the Cydia icon on the second page of applications on your iPhone. Congratulations, you just jailbreaked your iPhone 3G 3.1 with PwnageTool.

If you have any question or concern, please leave a comment.

Jailbreak Now Available For 3.1 iPhone 2G and iPhone 3G

by tABStaff 9 September 2009 apple

The Dev Team just released PwnageTool 3.1 for Mac OS X which will let iPhone 2G/3G and iPod Touch 1G users jailbreak their device. So far, only PwnageTool is available and is for Mac only, but the Dev Team is working on updating RedSn0w for both Mac and PC. There is still now way to [...]

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Jailbreak Glossary: QuickPwn, PwnageTool, Redsn0w, Yellowsn0w, Ultrasn0w Explained

by tABStaff 26 July 2009 apple

If you’re new to iPhone jailbreak, you may be confused by all the terms such as QuickPwn, Yellowsn0w, Ultrasn0w, etc. That was one of the popular questions I received for iPhone new comers. So, instead of answering the question one by one, the best is to put up a post to address this common question. [...]

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Complete Guide: Jailbreak iPhone 3.0 using PwnageTool for iPhone 2G & 3G for Mac

by tABStaff 1 July 2009 apple

As you should know, iPhone Dev Team has released the updated version of PwnageTool to cater for

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