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One of my friends reckons that by jailbreaking you can just log onto a 'jailbreak' app store and download any paid app free

I realise you can basically just torrent any app and install like any other jailbroken app illegally, but just so I can shut this idiot down, he's wrong right?

I hope so. Sucks to think that pirates would be that organised.

 

[rezuth]

One of my friends reckons that by jailbreaking you can just log onto a 'jailbreak' app store and download any paid app free

I realise you can basically just torrent any app and install like any other jailbroken app illegally, but just so I can shut this idiot down, he's wrong right?

I hope so. Sucks to think that pirates would be that organised.

Is this one of those hidden "I have a question but I'll disguise it as a friend being stupid" kind of things?

Either way, I don't think its allowed to talk about this.

 

[Gaaraz]

He's not wrong, but for obvious reasons I won't mention the name of it (to be honest even if I wanted to, I can't remember the name, but I think it requires some messing about to get it working)

 

[ant3b]

Does anyone know what I'll do here? =)
It's crucial so others in the area can't get access to all my informations on the phone.



Just got this reply in the iPhone 4 thread.

So I have installed MobileTerminal on my iPhone 4 (jailbroken 4.0.1) but whenever I click on the app, it starts up and then instantly quits. What's up with that? =/



Another thing is this, I got the same theme but have the 'Slide to Unlock' text written on top of it, how do I get rid of this?

how do i get this lockscreen.. Please share

 

[teacupcopter]

Is this one of those hidden "I have a question but I'll disguise it as a friend being stupid" kind of things?

Either way, I don't think its allowed to talk about this.

No I promise. Trust me I'm more than capable of pirating stuff, I'm just against it on principle (to the point of spending way too much money on steam games that I don't need that most people I know pirate )

I'm just lazy, like I said I already mentioned that I know you can pirate shit (Everyone knows this) but I just didn't suspect that the jailbreaking scene could be so organised. It's depressing, really. A new market finally pops up for indie gaming and people work so hard to destroy it, a lot of the coding going into the warez scene could be going towards much more noble things.

I do realise now that you mentioned it that my post does look suss though, I promise that it's not Either way I'm not really fussed, it was a stupid argument with my friend anyway.

 

[Blackhead]

Does anyone here use roqybluetooth and can recommend one of the compatible hardware?

No I promise. Trust me I'm more than capable of pirating stuff, I'm just against it on principle (to the point of spending way too much money on steam games that I don't need that most people I know pirate )

I'm just lazy, like I said I already mentioned that I know you can pirate shit (Everyone knows this) but I just didn't suspect that the jailbreaking scene could be so organised. It's depressing, really. A new market finally pops up for indie gaming and people work so hard to destroy it, a lot of the coding going into the warez scene could be going towards much more noble things.

I do realise now that you mentioned it that my post does look suss though, I promise that it's not Either way I'm not really fussed, it was a stupid argument with my friend anyway.

http://torrentfreak.com/hackulous-iphone-pirates-dont-hurt-jailbreakings-image-100801/

 

[teacupcopter]

Does anyone here use roqybluetooth and can recommend one of the compatible hardware?


http://torrentfreak.com/hackulous-iphone-pirates-dont-hurt-jailbreakings-image-100801/

Oh I know that, he was specifically saying that there was a pirated app store, which I doubted because it would mean jailbreakers would have been so organised + who would even pay for bandwidth?, I get the whole to and fro argument on piracy, and while GAF is a bit touchy on the whole thing I don't really participate in it myself.

 

[Bboy AJ]

One of my friends reckons that by jailbreaking you can just log onto a 'jailbreak' app store and download any paid app free

I realise you can basically just torrent any app and install like any other jailbroken app illegally, but just so I can shut this idiot down, he's wrong right?

I hope so. Sucks to think that pirates would be that organised.

:lol

 

[Ashhong]

while being as vague as possible, your friend is 100% right and its one of the easiest things ever. at least, based on what i have seen on my friends iphone

 

[LegoDad]

moving on.... 4.1 comes out today, how long before a jailbreak is released? 5 hours? 1 day? 1 week?

 

[th3dude]

moving on.... 4.1 comes out today, how long before a jailbreak is released? 5 hours? 1 day? 1 week?

Hopefully soon. I've deemed 4.1 as my first jailbreak so I'm anxiously waiting

 

[Dreams-Visions]

moving on.... 4.1 comes out today, how long before a jailbreak is released? 5 hours? 1 day? 1 week?

unknown. couple weeks max. I'd guess a few days on the low end.

the unlock will take quite a bit longer, so those using a different carrier may have to way quite awhile.

 

[red shoe paul]

unknown. couple weeks max. I'd guess a few days on the low end.

the unlock will take quite a bit longer, so those using a different carrier may have to way quite awhile.

Should only take 2-3 days max.

 

[okno]

Hopefully soon. I've deemed 4.1 as my first jailbreak so I'm anxiously waiting

It'll most likely be easier for you to jailbreak 4.1 from a jailbroken 4.0/4.01, honestly. Considering all you have to do is go to jailbreakme.com, I would just do it now to be on the safe side.

 

[jts]

iOS 4.1 is live and now we play the waiting game.

 

[Dreams-Visions]

*waits with a zen-like patience*

I love my phone as-is too much to be worried about this. when the break comes, it comes. I'm much to happy with my iPhone as-is. aside from the proximity issue, it's perfect.

godspeed, DevTeam.

 

[th3dude]

It'll most likely be easier for you to jailbreak 4.1 from a jailbroken 4.0/4.01, honestly. Considering all you have to do is go to jailbreakme.com, I would just do it now to be on the safe side.

I'm on 4.0.2.

 

[DeathbyVolcano]

I just HDR photos.

 

[Axion22]

I expect you guys to let me know when the new jailbreak is ready, so don't disappoint.

 

[enzo_gt]

I just HDR photos.

Game Center

 

[Dartastic]

I just HDR photos.

Yeah. =(

 

[DeathbyVolcano]

wow, can't type. I just WANT HDR pics.

I accidentally the HDR photos

 

[PalaceBrother]

Game Center

I'm fairly new to this. When 4.1 gets jailbroken, will the process for current jailbreakers to upgrade to the official firmware and then jailbreak again?

I ask because I'd hate to lose all of my settings...as I'm sure most would.

 

[dyls]

Used to be an avid jber with my 3G and 3GS phones but had held off on jbing my 4. A few days ago I did a jailbreak on my fresh 4.0.1 phone just because and even with just Cydia there was a really noticeable increase in latency when just opening and closing apps, such a shame on a iPhone 4. Dont understand how people can say there is no noticable decrease in speed.

Restored back to 4.0.1 and immediately the phone was as snappy as ever. Upgraded to 4.1 and the phone feels even faster, really quite jarring. This last bit might be placebo though.

The HDR functionality I quite nice too, will allow me to use one less app (HDR Pro) going forward. Don't think I'll be jumping on the jb bandwagon again anytime soon even if 4.1 is broken within days.

Weird, I haven't noticed any change in speed, and I have a lot more than just Cydia on my phone. I've avoided Winterboard though.

So...4.1 has been released. Any word on when we can expect the jailbreak? It's so tough to not download a new firmware.

 

[hEist]

Weird, I haven't noticed any change in speed, and I have a lot more than just Cydia on my phone. I've avoided Winterboard though.

So...4.1 has been released. Any word on when we can expect the jailbreak? It's so tough to not download a new firmware.

a couple days.
they found a whole in bootrom.

 

[giga]

a couple days.
they found a whole in bootrom.

The whole thing?

 

[Mailenstein]

Posted this in the iPhone 4 OT, coz I didn't know this thread has been created.

You have to know that this is happening via a bootrom exploit which isn't patchable with a firmware update but a hardware revision.


Update:

 

[Emerson]

Any explanation of this stuff for non-expert people?

 

[DeathbyVolcano]

it means there will soon be an exploit, and a purdy darn good one

 

[hyp]

4.1 JB can't come soon enough. i want my HDR and gamecenter!!

 

[UtadaBarkley]

for those interested and who are jailbroken, switcherplus + lastpass = password management bliss...! I highly recommend you all use this if you find yourself logging into a lot of sites with your idevice. It works very well. http://aplepi.com/home/2010/9/8/combine-lastpass-with-switcherplus-for-brainless-password-ma.html

 

[enzo_gt]

Is there a way for me to upgrade from 4.0.1 jailbroken to 4.1 jailbroken without me being required to delete all my cydia apps and reinstall them afterwards? And I'm not talking about using AptBackup and stuff.

EDIT: When the jailbreak comes out, ofcourse.

 

[roosters93]

Is there a way for me to upgrade from 4.0.1 jailbroken to 4.1 jailbroken without me being required to delete all my cydia apps and reinstall them afterwards? And I'm not talking about using AptBackup and stuff.

EDIT: When the jailbreak comes out, ofcourse.

I would also like to know this. Is there a easy way to update?

 

[Dunlop]

Very new to the whole jailbreaking scene..damn there are some awesome utilities.

My understanding is that I cannot run terminal under iOS4 (it opens then just closes). Is there another way to connect to the Ipod via SSH so I can change the root password?

thanks

 

[Mailenstein]

Awesome news

 

[Dunlop]

One of my friends reckons that by jailbreaking you can just log onto a 'jailbreak' app store and download any paid app free

I realise you can basically just torrent any app and install like any other jailbroken app illegally, but just so I can shut this idiot down, he's wrong right?

I hope so. Sucks to think that pirates would be that organised.

Tell your "friend" that this is correct, I have literally spent about 30 minutes with jailbreaking and know how to do this.

But if we are at the point where we need to illegally download $1 or $5 application, we shouldn't be forking out hundreds of dollars on a iphone/ipod

 

[Blackhead]

Very new to the whole jailbreaking scene..damn there are some awesome utilities.

My understanding is that I cannot run terminal under iOS4 (it opens then just closes). Is there another way to connect to the Ipod via SSH so I can change the root password?

thanks

There is a beta version of Terminal that runs on the iOS4 (i think).

If you install Rockapp on the iPod it can help you change the password very easily. You may use Terminal on a Mac while both the computer and iPod are on the same WiFi network. You can also buy iSSH ($5) form the Appstore, or any similar app really, and then use that on the iPod.

 

[hitsugi]

Tell your "friend" that this is correct, I have literally spent about 30 minutes with jailbreaking and know how to do this.

But if we are at the point where we need to illegally download $1 or $5 application, we shouldn't be forking out hundreds of dollars on a iphone/ipod

or around $100 / mo just to use the damn thing.

 

[Blackhead]

But if we are at the point where we need to illegally download $1 or $5 application song, we shouldn't be forking out hundreds of dollars on a iphone/ipod

Apple built their iPod and iTunes business and, indirectly, the iTunes store, on precisely that. Just saying.

OK. A couple of reasons to know about and use the Hackulous route:

Good/Reasonable
Downloading versions of an app you own.
Getting free applications already removed by Apple from the AppStore.

Grey Area
Trialing apps that don't offer free and/or lite versions.
Getting paid apps you were unable to purchase before Apple removed them from the Appstore.

Bad
Getting paid apps you have no intention of paying for.

Sidenote: If you steal an app and then proceed to bother a developer for support you're going to burn in a special level of hell. The level of hell they reserve for child molesters and people who talk at the theater.

Now can we draw a line under this and continue the jailbreak thread like usual?

______________________

 

[Dunlop]

Now can we draw a line under this and continue the jailbreak thread like usual?

I don't want delve into the morality of piracy

The post I quoted said specifically for the use of piracy.

Thank for the help on my previous post (everyone who PM'd me also), I will try it out when I am at home tonight

 

[AVclub]

So I have a 3GS which had 3.1.2 on it and was jailbroken. I loved my SBSettings and Winterboard but my battery started draining super quick after a recent update. So, rather than troublshooting and uninstalling apps, I just decided to upgrade to 4.1 and not worry about jailbreaking it for now.

The new features are really nice, but I already miss my SBSettings and the customizeability of the interface.

I've read somewhere that Apple will be banning jailbroken phones somehow, using this new 4.1 firmware. Does anyone have any further info about this? Or is it just a silly rumor?

 

[Dunlop]

AFAIK jailbreaking was deemed legal in the US, so I don't see how apple would be able to ban you.

 

[Anarchistry]

Not true, as far as I understand. By purchasing the product you agree to their terms of use. However, the "banning" may actually just be 4.1 breaking the jailbreak.

 

[NekoFever]

AFAIK jailbreaking was deemed legal in the US, so I don't see how apple would be able to ban you.

Apple still has the right to ban you from using its services. It just can't sue you or the jailbreak creators.

 

[Piano]

I don't have an iOS device, but I'd love to see a thread like the Android customizations one one where people show off how they've customized / added new functionality to their iOS devices after jailbreaking. Is it easy enough to take screenshots of a jailbroken device?

 

[LegoDad]

Apple still has the right to ban you from using its services. It just can't sue you or the jailbreak creators.

Except an Iphone wouldn't function then....

 

[Anarchistry]

I don't have an iOS device, but I'd love to see a thread like the Android customizations one one where people show off how they've customized / added new functionality to their iOS devices after jailbreaking. Is it easy enough to take screenshots of a jailbroken device?

Incredibly easy actually. I like this idea.

Except an Iphone wouldn't function then....

I don't quite understand your point...

 

[jts]

So it seems like the jailbreak about to be released for iOS 4.1 will be tethered.

 

[LegoDad]

Incredibly easy actually. I like this idea.


I don't quite understand your point...

Apple couldn't make your cell phone not work, just because it is jailbroken, because it is legal. By banning the device from Itunes, I can't activate/use the phone, therefore illegal.

 

[Anarchistry]

Apple couldn't make your cell phone not work, just because it is jailbroken, because it is legal. By banning the device from Itunes, I can't activate/use the phone, therefore illegal.

I gotcha. I think all they could do from a legal stand point is deactivate the phone part of it, making it, effectively, an iPod touch. I'm not sure they can just brick it.
I could be talking out of my ass though.