iOS

Unencrypted iOS 10 kernel poses no risk to platform security or user data

Christian Zibreg ∙ August 9, 2016

Apple's unexpected decision to leave certain parts of the iOS 10 kernel unencrypted didn't sit well with some privacy advocates over fears that the move could aid nefarious users to look for security weaknesses in the iOS software. But as it turns out, we now know that an unencrypted kernel allows iOS 10 to run faster: Ivan Krstić, Apple's head of Security Engineering and Architecture, explained at the Black Hat security conference that the unencrypted iOS 10 kernel has absolutely no impact on platform security nor does it decrease security of encrypted user data.

Cisco’s software that optimizes iOS devices and apps for enterprise due next month

Christian Zibreg ∙ August 9, 2016

The New York Times article headlined “Once Taunted by Steve Jobs, Companies Are Now Big Customers of Apple” contains an interesting side-note which claims that network giant Cisco is currently testing an upcoming software “that gives priority to mobile devices or apps” ahead of its unveiling next month.

The forthcoming software solution is clearly born out of a partnership that Apple and Cisco struck last year to optimize iOS devices and apps for enterprise users.

The best jailbreak tweaks for iOS 9.3.3

Anthony Bouchard ∙ August 9, 2016

Ever since the jailbreak for iOS 9.2-9.3.3 was released by Pangu, there has been a lot of confusion about the jailbreak. Slowly, but surely, the answers to everyone's questions are coming out into the light, and we've made a jailbreak FAQ posting to answer most of them.

On the other hand, one of the biggest benefits to jailbreaking is being able to install jailbreak tweaks to modify your device to your liking. In this piece, we'll talk about some of the best jailbreak tweaks you can install on iOS 9.3.3 right now.

3DAppLock lets you protect your apps with Touch ID

Anthony Bouchard ∙ August 9, 2016

Where security is a concern, 3DAppLock is a new jailbreak tweak that helps add some peace of mind.

The tweak lets users lock certain applications on their Home screens with either Touch ID or a password by simply using a 3D Touch gesture on the app icon itself.

Talus: a widget for jailbroken devices that performs an array of different tasks

Anthony Bouchard ∙ August 9, 2016

If you're rocking a jailbroken iOS device and have been in the market for a widget that can do a ton of things from a single interface, then Talus is a new jailbreak tweak release that could be worth taking a look at.

We'll show you what Talus is all about in this piece so you can decide whether or not to add it to your tweak arsenal.

Pokémon GO update fixes Pokéball throws, re-adds battery saver, and more

Anthony Bouchard ∙ August 9, 2016

Game developer Niantic has launched an updated version of Pokémon GO for iOS and Android users on Monday that resolves a lot of bugs that were introduced in the previous update and improves the game in various aspects.

Of course, it wouldn't be a Pokémon GO update without adding something tedious, as it would seem.

You’ll be surprised to learn why Apple provides public iOS betas

Christian Zibreg ∙ August 8, 2016

Fast Company today published a wide ranging interview with Apple's boss Tim Cook, software boss Craig Federighi and Eddy Cue, who is in charge of Internet software and services, that touches upon a number of interesting topics, including competition, iPhone sales slowdown, why public iOS betas exist (the real reason is now what you think) and more.

Cook also comments on the gloom-and-doom sentiment that has always surrounded Apple while admitting that the company does make mistakes along the way, and more.

Pro tip: clean up leftover preference files after uninstalling jailbreak tweaks

Anthony Bouchard ∙ Updated March 29, 2019

Whenever you uninstall jailbreak tweaks from your device, there's a good chance that there are still some leftover preference files somewhere in your device's filesystem.

In this tutorial, we'll show you how to do some spring cleaning and remove the unnecessary leftover preference files.

Jailbreak tweaks of the week: CameraTweak 4, Depthicons, & more…

Anthony Bouchard ∙ August 7, 2016

This past week has been full of news related to the jailbreak, and due to the new jailbreak for iOS 9.3.3, developers have been spending lots of their time updating tweaks for compatibility.

Nevertheless, new releases have been imminent. In this roundup, we'll talk about all of the latest jailbreak tweaks for iOS that were released just this week.

PalBreak tweak lets you use PayPal on jailbroken iOS devices

Anthony Bouchard ∙ August 7, 2016

If you have a jailbroken iOS device, then you're probably familiar with the fact that PayPal is designed to crash on your device to keep you from using the app.

A new free jailbreak tweak called PalBreak is now available in Cydia that lets you disable jailbreak detection via the PayPal app so you can use it even on your jailbroken iOS devices.

AppDelete prevents you from accidentally deleting iOS apps

Anthony Bouchard ∙ August 6, 2016

Those of you who are familiar with the new iOS 9.3.3 jailbreak that was just recently patched by Apple in the iOS 9.3.4 release know that the jailbreak installs an app on your Home screen that is easily deleted if you're not careful.

A new free jailbreak tweak called AppDelete helps prevent you from accidentally deleting apps from your Home screen, including but not limited to the Pangu app.

Snakebite 2: a shortcut to your recently used and favorite apps in iOS 9

Anthony Bouchard ∙ August 6, 2016

Getting to your recently-used and favorite applications quickly is an invaluable ability that can make using your device easier.

Snakebite was a great jailbreak tweak that allowed you to do just that on jailbroken iOS devices, and now Snakebite 2 for iOS 9 is available in Cydia.