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MacDirtyCow bug grants advanced system customization, such as changing fonts, on iOS 15.x-16.1.2 without a jailbreak

Anthony Bouchard ∙ Updated June 14, 2023

A bug affecting iOS & iPadOS versions 15.x-16.1.2 and macOS 13.0.1 called CVE-2022-46689, also codenamed MacDirtyCow, has been making headlines recently. This bug was discovered by security researcher Ian Beer of Google Project Zero, and while it’s not being used in any jailbreaks, it does appear to be at the epicenter of some interesting hacks for modding iPhones and iPads recently, such as TrollLock Reborn.

How to increase file download speeds on Mac

Ankur Thakur ∙ Updated May 11, 2026

Check out some quick tips to boost file download speeds on your Mac, so you can avoid slow downloads and save time, all while increasing your productivity.

YouTube Queue is coming to the mobile app and Premium subscribers can now test it

Christian Zibreg ∙ December 27, 2022

YouTube Queue is coming to iPhone after launching on desktop years ago, with the feature currently available for testing to Premium subscribers on iOS and Android.

How and why to use Hot Corners on Mac

Ankur Thakur ∙ Updated May 22, 2026

Learn how to use Hot Corners, a feature that allows you to trigger specific actions quickly by moving the mouse/trackpad cursor to any of the four corners of your Mac’s display.

TrollLock Reborn masks the Lock Screen’s Face ID glyph with an animated Troll Face on iOS 15.x-16.1.2

Anthony Bouchard ∙ Updated June 14, 2023

Those searching for the next interesting way to customize their iPhone may enjoy the new TrollLock Reborn add-on based on the MacDirtyCow hack by iOS developers @haxi0sm and @dedbeddedbed.

TrollBox is an all-in-one utility for your favorite TrollStore add-ons

Anthony Bouchard ∙ December 27, 2022

The TrollStore perma-signing utility used by various apps on devices running iOS & iPadOS 14.0-15.4.1 (and some 15.5 betas) has gotten insanely popular over the past several months. Unfortunately, with most projects being hosted via individual GitHub pages instead of a centralized place, users strain in attempting to discover new apps to perma-sign with it.

The next iPad mini will have a better processor but won’t fold

Christian Zibreg ∙ December 27, 2022

A foldable iPad won't replace the iPad mini anytime soon—the next iPad mini is expected to arrive in 2023 or 2024 featuring a faster chip, but it won't fold.

Use your iPhone or iPad as a USB drive on Mac or PC

Ankur Thakur ∙ Updated June 19, 2026

Learn how to turn your iPhone or iPad into a wired or wireless thumb drive to store and transfer files between your Mac or Windows PC.

Carrot Weather luring Dark Sky users with a vertical layout and 25% discount

Christian Zibreg ∙ December 26, 2022

Carrot Weather offers Dark Sky users 25% off yearly subscriptions while bringing a new vertical layout option featuring a radar map and inline details.

Deal: 60% off Totallee’s iPhone cases and other products in year-end clearance sale

Christian Zibreg ∙ December 26, 2022

Now's your chance to get a minimal iPhone case—Totallee is offering a 60% discount on all of its Apple accessories until the end of 2022.

10 iPhone tips, tricks and settings for the best experience

Christian Zibreg ∙ Updated October 19, 2024

Got a new iPhone? If so, then be sure to follow these 10 setup tips, tricks and settings for optimal performance and the best experience!

Festive Christmas iPhone wallpaper pack

Jim Gresham ∙ December 25, 2022

How fortuitous! Every Sunday, we updated the iDB Wallpapers of the Week gallery with photo quality backgrounds. This year, Christmas happens to also fall on a Sunday. How could we not put together a Christmas wallpaper pack as our gift, to you. Check out these colorful, festive, holiday Christmas iPhone wallpapers.