Jailbreak iPhone 4s

Jailbreak iPhone 4s




Jailbreak iPhone 4s




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Jailbreaking your iPhone 4s: All You Need to Know

If you own an iPhone 4 you may have already heard the term “jail break” either from your friends or perhaps from an article you’re read online. You may have been likely to have heard the term if you have ever encountered a situation while using your iPhone 4s or any other Apple device and found that you simply couldn’t do some things to your settings, customize your backgrounds or themes, or even download some applications. Jail breaking is a common practice that has taken common ground among techies and non-techies alike. So what is it exactly?

What is jailbreaking?

A jailbreak, or iOS jailbreak, allows owners of Apple Inc. devices such as the iPhone 4s remove software limitations. Jailbreaking the iPhone 4s will allow people to download, install and run tons of additional apps, extension, themes customize lots of options, and tethering abilities with laptops, iPad, iPod touch, second generation Apple TV, and lots of other devices. An iPhone 4s that has had a jailbreak can still use its normal factory functions and can be fully restored to its original state with iTunes.

Many people confuse the terms “unlock” and jailbreak but they are actually two distinct states for the iPhone 4s. To unlock an Apple device means to free it from restrictions of having to go with a specific service carrier (phone and internet) thus allowing the user to choose which service and plan they prefer from any service provider. To jailbreak iphone 4s is to allow a phone to have an unlimited range of access to third party apps. Jailbreak iphone 4s doesn’t necessarily mean that the owner can choose any carrier, but rather has set up his phone for the potential to do so.

Benefits of jailbreaking the iOS 6 & 7

Most of the capabilities that have been limited or locked off from the iPhone 4s come standard in other cell phones, and iPhone 4s owners sometimes prefer these over Apple’s versions. The locked programs are developed and distributed entirely by a third party, thus allowing circulation without any distribution fee. There are literally thousands of applications out there that are not allowed on iPhone’s that continue to run an iOS, simply because they directly compete with software and applications that Apple has created. And while you can appreciate and understand Apple’s position to protect its brand and increase revenue by limiting its customers to only products that it can profit from, there are always going to be ways for people to bypass selection limitations in order to open up more possibilities. Hence the jailbreak.

Some increased functionalities of a jailbroken iPhone are:

  • Capability to unlock the iPhone network and find a new carrier;
  • Ability to modify the iPhone’s system files;
  • Ability to install apps developed by third-party developers;
  • Ability to install software for free without having to go through iTunes;
  • Adding custom ringtones;
  • Free internet tethering;
  • Customizing possibilities for devices that have previously installed versions of iOS; and
  • Transfer capabilities between iPhone 4s and other devices using Bluetooth

The possible disadvantages of jailbreaking your iPhone 4s are actually pretty small in that you could always restore your phone to its system defaults simply by using iTunes. So you can always reverse the effects of a failed or unsatisfactory jailbreak.

Really then, the only real inconvenience is the possibility of having your phone crash during the jailbreak process (which can occur as a result of a loss in network connection or battery power). But even then, you can simply restore the original system settings and try again as soon as your phone is working properly again.

At most these are the only types of issues you might run into if you decide in jail breaking your iPhone (or any other Apple device such as iPad, iPod Touch, etc.)

  • You won’t be able to easily update iOS over the air from the settings menu;
  • Installing too many tweaks or updates or apps then your battery might begin to drain faster
  • Not all apps or tweaks are compatible  with your device, meaning your iOS may crash your SpringBoard
  • There are some rare packages from jail breaking programs that could crash your whole system and prompt you to have to restore your default settings
  • Once you’re device is jail broken (and you haven’t restored system defaults) you’re on your own to fix any software or hardware problems

As long as you have your software and files backed up you shouldn’t have to worry too much since you will be able to restore your system settings directly from iTunes (you will need to be connected to a computer though).

Types of Jailbreaks

The tethered jailbreak is a type of limitations lift that only jailbreaks half of your iPhone 4s and requires redoing a jailbreak each time you restart or reboot your terminal. This usually isn’t a difficult process to follow if you are familiar with jailbreaking in general and know how to use all of the new features on your iPhone 4s, however it can be very irritating for newbies or for someone who has recently acquired an iPhone 4s.

An untethered jailbreak is a permanent type of limitations lift on your iPhone 4s that doesn’t require restoring. Unlike the tethered jailbreak, an untethered jailbreak lets you reboot your terminal anytime you want without any problems.

How to jailbreak

Despite popular beliefs jailbreaking your iphone is not a complicated process and can be done by anyone, however there are a few things you should be aware of before going through with the process.

When your iPhone 4s is booted (when you turn on or restart your phone) there is a series of commands your phone must follow. A jailbroken phone essentially alters this series of commands through a process known as patching. Apple isn’t able to completely evaluate the type of software you are downloading nor is it able to check on the nature of it, thus making it impossible to block.

Here are free and easy ways to jailbreak your iPhone 4s running: iOS 6.1.2, iOS 6.1.1, iOS 6.1, iOS 6.0.2 and the iOS 6.0.1 (and soon to be iOS 7).

Evasi0n is a free and confirmed safe, easy to use downloadable jailbreak tool brought to you by Evad3rs. Before conducting your jailbreak it’s important that you back up all of your data on your iPhone 4s. Additionally, if you have your phone unlock code set to enabled, be sure to disable it before going any further.

1)     First connect your iPhone 4s to your computer and open the Evasi0n software. The program will automatically start to procedure by scanning your phone, do not interrupt this process at any point.

2)     If your phone device is blocked during either the “Finding Offsets” or “Patch Kernel” process, then go ahead and reset your phone by holding down the HOME and LOCK buttons simultaneously pressing until you see the regular Apple logo appear on the main screen.

3)     As soon as you see a screen on your screen that reads “Injecting remount payload” access your iPhone 4s and select the jailbreak icon from Springboard to continue the jailbreak process.

4)     Your iPhone 4s will automatically restart several times as it completes the process. You only need to sit back and wait until you see message at restart that shows the Evasi0n logo with a white background.

Apple does release updates to their iOS firmware and as a result has made the process of jailbreaking an Apple device just a little more complicated. Don’t fret, there are easy to follow jailbreak methods made available almost immediately after each firmware update release. It’s just a matter of knowing what iOS version you have running on your phone.

That’s the beauty of developers, also known as hackers, who are constantly working to stay ahead of the curb to ensure that whatever could be made free to the public is available. As Apple develops another defense, someone out there is already working to get around it. 

Is Jailbreaking Illegal?

Technically speaking jailbreaking your iPhone 4s is not illegal. Jailbreaking your phone basically involves circumventing its tech protection measures. There have been attempts to make jailbreaking illegal in the U.S. but the fact that you aren’t using someone else’s code that is copyright protected you are fine to carry on and modify your phone in any way. The fact that jailbreaking is done using code that his distributed for free keeps you safe.

Apple has been adamant, however, to remind owners that jailbreaking their devices will result in a warranty void. It also continues to find ways to make its case under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act. So while it remains legal, it’s best to note that Apple does indeed mean to keep pushing to prevent their users from jailbreaking their devices.

It’s best to keep low when you are conducting or have conducted a jailbreak. Don’t go telling people online nor post any jailbreaking details on Apple’s websites. You don’t want to fall within their radar in case you ever need to have your products replaced or fixed.

Things to be Aware of after jailbreaking

Jailbreaking your phone has a lot of beneficial upsides including economics (not having to pay for apps in iTunes), preference (having access to literally thousands of apps readily available to you for free), and customization (many apps can be tailor made just for you). But there a few things you should remember before deciding on conducting a jailbreak. The kind of jailbreak method you decide to use on your iPhone 4s will be determined by its model. This means you have to know some things about your phone beforehand. Not doing this could result in the unintentional and irreparable damage to your Apple device. You need to be sure. So if you can’t determine your iPhone 4s model, take it someone who can tell you. An Apple Store representative will know for sure, just don’t hint that you are going to commit a jailbreak.

Conclusion

Hopefully, this article has answered your questions concerning the benefits of jail breaking your iPhone 4s or any other Apple product should you want to fully experience the vast world of customized settings, applications, and functions available from thousands of developers worldwide. Once you jailbreak your device you’ll immediately find the myriad of funny, useful, and just plain old awesome apps readily available at your fingertips via simple download and often made completely free.