Apple’s new iOS 16.6.1, iPadOS 16.6.1, watchOS 9.6.2 and macOS Ventura 13.5.2 updates fix two dangerous vulnerabilities that have been exploited in the wild.
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Misaka package manager updated to v2.5.1 with additional enhancements & bug fixes
The Misaka package manager app for devices running firmware susceptible to either the MacDirtyCow or kfd exploits for iOS & iPadOS 15.0-16.1.2 and 16.0-16.6 beta 1 respectively, received another update this week that’s worth noting.
Rumor: iOS 18’s Siri will let you automate complex multi-step tasks
Apple is reportedly building a conversational AI that will take advantage of large language models to enable Siri in iOS 18 to automate multi-step tasks.
How to sideload the PureKFD package manager on your iPhone or iPad with Sideloadly
In case you didn’t know, there’s a nifty package manager app called PureKFD for MacDirtyCow and kfd exploit-compatible add-ons that can be acquired from Misaka and Picasso-based repositories.
Apple Wallet BG add-on for the kfd exploit is a no-jailbreak Apple Pay card customizer
One of the neat things that you can do with the MacDirtyCow and kfd exploits for iOS & iPadOS 15.0-16.1.2 and 16.0-16.6 beta 1 respectively is utilize add-ons that let you customize the designs of cards residing in your native Apple Wallet app.
Misaka package manager for MacDirtyCow & kfd exploits updated to v2.5.0 beta
The Misaka package manager app, responsible for providing users with access to numerous repositories that host MacDirtyCow and kfd exploit-supported add-ons, received another update Tuesday evening that might be of interest to some users.
New KYSOTA add-on for the kfd exploit blocks Apple’s OTA firmware updates
A legitimate concern among those who use outdated iOS & iPadOS versions in an attempt to keep jailbreakable or exploit-susceptible firmware on their device is the risk that Apple’s over-the-air updating mechanism might automatically try to force a software update.
TelegramStoryConfirm adds two-step confirmation for Telegram users who upload Stories
The Telegram app, often used as a communication medium when users want to enjoy the peace of mind of end-to-end encrypted messaging, also sports a feature called Stories where users can share unique moments of their lives with other Telegram users.
VolPause lets jailbreakers pause and play music playback by pressing both volume buttons
Jailbreakers who are looking for an easier way to control their Music playback are in luck this week, as iOS developer iCraze has just released a new and free jailbreak tweak known as VolPause.
Gurman: iPadOS 17 will release alongside iOS 17 in September, not in October
Well-informed sources say iPadOS 17 will release alongside the iOS 17 update in September instead of being delayed into October like iPadOS 16 last year.
PureKFD sees update to version 3.5 to address app stability and improve code
You can’t possibly have heard of the MacDirtyCow or kfd exploits for iOS & iPadOS 15.0-16.1.2 and 16.0-16.6 beta 1 respectively without also hearing about the new PureKFD package manager app, which allows users to install add-ons being hosted on repositories made for both the Misaka and Picasso apps.
Jailbreak news of the week: How to install PureKFD, Misaka updates, various add-ons, & more…
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