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Springtomize 3 updated for iOS 7.1.x sporting a brand new feature

Jeff Benjamin ∙ July 6, 2014

Springtomize 3 has received a critical update for those wishing to properly use the tweak on iOS 7.1.x jailbroken devices. The update, which is free for previous purchasers of Springtomize 3, is now available for download from Cydia's BigBoss repo.

For those of you unfamiliar with Springtomize, this is a tweak that essentially allows you to customize the look of the Home screen to an insane degree. It's many tweaks rolled into one good-looking and generally reliable package, and it's what its developer, Filippo Bigarella, is primarily known for.

I've downloaded the Springtomize 3 iOS 7.1.x update and have been playing around with it all day. I can report that the tweak works as expected, and it brings quite a few bug fixes to the table. You'll also be interested to know that this update brings with it a brand new feature—a dark background for folders. Check out the details after the break.

‘TapTheAt’ adds a quick keyboard shortcut for email addresses

Jeff Benjamin ∙ July 6, 2014

If you have a long email address like yours truly—because let's face it jeff@idownloadblog.com is pretty long—then this new jailbreak tweak is something you may take a liking to. It's called TapTheAt, and it makes it super-easy to quickly populate your email address by using a simple keyboard shortcut.

TapTheAt allows you to insert your email address by simply tapping and holding the '@' key on the iPhone's keyboard. Once you do, the email address will be auto-pasted, which eliminates the need to type out the full email address manually.

Check out our full video demonstration showcasing how TapTheAt works.

How to resize app icons with Icon Resizer

Jeff Benjamin ∙ Updated April 17, 2018

Icon Resizer is a new jailbreak tweak that does exactly what its name says—allows you to resize the iPhone's Home screen app icons. We've downloaded it, tested it out, and would like to show you how it works in action.

Although you won't find Icon Resizer on any of Cydia's default repos as of this post, it is available for download via the developer's GitHub repo, which we will, of course, share with you. Check past the jump for our full video analysis and other vital details of this interesting new jailbreak release.

Puerta del Sol wallpapers

Jim Gresham ∙ Updated April 17, 2018

Apple is constantly adding new stores around the globe. Frequently, Apple creates a marketing scheme to celebrate the new additions. In Tokyo, the marketing scheme surrounded a green wall that is adorned with plants, as a climate controlled wall to help regulate indoor temperatures. With the new feature in mind, Apple created a very green and leafy cover board and art to coincide with the store opening. We featured several wallpaper versions that were inspired by Apples green friendly design and many readers enjoyed the art.

Today, the same artist is back at it, with a wallpaper set highlighting the most recent June 21 opening in Madrid's Puerta del Sol...

The best dictionary apps

Cody Lee ∙ Updated September 7, 2017

Natural wordsmith or student of the language, having a comprehensive dictionary to fall back on can be indispensable.

Granted, future generations might frown upon us for striving to become our most eloquent selves (all the while publishing Emoji to English dictionaries), however in the interim, why not uphold the tradition of cultivating our language?

In this spirit, we have once again rifled through the App Store to showcase the best dictionary apps for iPhone and iPad available as of September 2017.

This week on iDB: iOS 7.1.2 and its jailbreak

Sébastien Page ∙ Updated April 17, 2018

Like every Sunday, we get to take a look at some of the most popular posts that were published on iDB during the week that just ended. Whether it is a news item, a new jailbreak tweak, a tutorial, or an app review, we sum it all up in one convenient place for you.

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iOS 7.1.2 released with improved iBeacon connectivity and bug fixes Apple TV 6.2 software update also available with bug fixes Pangu jailbreak now available for Mac with English support and bug fixes How to jailbreak iOS 7.1.2 untethered using Pangu How to jailbreak iOS 7.1.x untethered with Pangu on Mac OS X How to jailbreak iOS 7.1.x with Pangu 1.1 on Windows iPhone 6 mockups only a rough approximation, no antenna breaks in final design New concept imagines iPhone 6 without ugly antenna lines These iPhone 6 renders look just about right New images show alleged iPhone 6 display covers IntelliScreenX beta with iOS 7.1.x support available iPhone turns 7 – and I still remember holding it for the first time Kenu Airframe is the perfect dashboard companion for your iPhone Wallpapers of last week: simple geometry Apps of the week: Civ Rev 2, Buzz Killem, Polymo, and more

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ColorfulVolume: add color to the volume HUD on iOS 7.1.x

Jeff Benjamin ∙ July 5, 2014

ColorfulVolume is a brand new iOS 7 jailbreak tweak that allows you to change the color of your volume heads up display (HUD). It also lets you add a custom title near the top of the volume HUD and set it to change to a random color with each invocation.

For those of you interested in having fine-grained access to the exact color that appears for the volume HUD, you'll be happy to know that ColorfulVolume includes individual RGB sliders for granular color adjustments. Have a look at our video walkthrough of ColorfulVolume after the jump.

How to get iOS 8 style quick reply on iOS 7

Jeff Benjamin ∙ July 5, 2014

If someone told you that six months ago that quick reply for Messages would be a feature in iOS 8, most people would probably say that it would be the headline feature for the updated OS. But Apple cranked it up a few notches, unveiling new features like Continuity and extensions, and suddenly quick reply no longer seemed like that big of a deal.

But let's face it, quick reply is still very much a big deal. In fact, it's such a wanted feature that there have been tons of jailbreak tweaks in the past that have brought some form of quick reply to the table for jailbroken users.

The latest such tweak aims to mimic the quick reply style found in iOS 8 to a close degree. Have a look at our video walkthrough past the break to see Interactive Message Notifications in action.

n7player is a music player with an interesting twist

Lory Gil ∙ July 5, 2014

There is no short supply of third-party music players for iPhone and iPad. Considering most of them do little more than just look good while playing your music, it is always nice to see one that does something different.

n7Player Music Player specializes in offering a unique looking design, but it also features a few cool EQ controls and playback features to add to your music listening experience. It has been available for Android since 2012. This past week, it finally made its way to the App Store…

Apps of the week: Civ Rev 2, Buzz Killem, Polymo, and more

Lory Gil ∙ Updated October 13, 2018

This has been kind of a slow week for new apps and games. Well, slow for iOS. Just the same, we had some major releases toward the end of the week, and some great updates that brought new features and iPad optimization to some of our favorite titles.

Whether you are interested in recreating history as the head of a new civilization or just want to blow up monsters with your futuristic guns, we’ve got a list of apps and games we think you will enjoy…

Aslock: add new functionality to the Spotlight search swipe gesture

Jeff Benjamin ∙ Updated April 17, 2018

Aslock is an interesting new jailbreak tweak that brings new functionality to the swipe-down gesture used to invoke Spotlight search. Along with being able to invoke Spotlight as you normally would, you can now access the App Switcher and lock your device using Spotlight swipe gestures.

It's the type of tweak that's a little difficult to explain in writing. With that in mind, we've created a video walkthrough so that you can see how the Aslock works in action.

Apple warns developers of incoming CloudKit data wipe, suggesting iOS 8 beta 3 might be around the corner

Sébastien Page ∙ Updated April 17, 2018

Apple just sent an email to its registered developers warning them that the company will be performing a server-side CloudKit data wipe for iOS 8 beta and OS X Yosemite Developer Preview, on Monday July 7.

If this data wipe is not unusual, it definitely comes at an interesting time, suggesting that not surprisingly, iOS 8 beta 3 and and the third OS X Yosemite Developer Preview might be right around the corner...