Opinion

The best jailbreak tweaks for iOS 14

Anthony Bouchard ∙ April 3, 2021

While some jailbreakers have been fortunate enough to enjoy a pwned handset since iOS & iPadOS 14 first dawned last year thanks to the bootrom exploit-based checkra1n jailbreak tool, others were a bit later to the party since the side-loadable semi-untethered unc0ver and Taurine jailbreak apps only just enabled support for iOS & iPadOS 14.0-14.3 on all devices within the past month or two.

Whether you’re entirely new to jailbreaking or you’ve been using a pwned iOS or iPadOS 14 device since the major software update first dropped, you’re probably wondering what tweaks and add-ons you can install to get the most out of your jailbreak experience. Fortunately, we’re here to help you with that.

Do you turn off 5G to preserve your iPhone 12’s battery life?

Evan Selleck ∙ March 27, 2021

Last year, Apple introduced the iPhone 12 lineup. At the same time, the company also confirmed the handsets would feature 5G connectivity for faster cellular service. They did that alongside Verizon, with the carrier touting its network coverage and speeds. What they did not do, though, is tell folks that keeping 5G on would noticeably impact battery life on your new phone.

How many subscription services do you pay for?

Evan Selleck ∙ March 20, 2021

Is Apple a services company these days? It's certainly possible to make that argument. And being in the Apple ecosystem probably means you pay for at least a couple of different options offered by the company. But with so many other offerings out there, it can be a task simply choosing which ones to keep.

How I use my HomePods

Sébastien Page ∙ Updated July 1, 2024

In this piece, I go over how I use my various HomePods in my house as my primary speaker for my music and movie-watching needs.

Apple Car and VR: what are you most excited about in Apple’s future?

Evan Selleck ∙ March 13, 2021

Apple has a lot of different devices available for people to buy. They've expanded beyond just offering computers, and things get even more diverse when we get into all of the different variants of certain products. But the company that built the iPhone isn't slowing down, and the future is certainly... interesting.

How often do you use Siri?

Evan Selleck ∙ Updated October 4, 2024

Siri is available on every major Apple platform, such as iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, Apple TV, HomePod and Vision Pro. It's also available in your car through CarPlay. So, the question arises: do you use it, and if so, how often?

Jailbreaking with unc0ver – F.A.Q.

Anthony Bouchard ∙ February 28, 2021

In case you missed it, the unc0ver jailbreak tool received an update Saturday night to version 6.0.0, adding official support for iOS & iPadOS 14.0-14.3 devices.

Many iPhone and iPad users are excited about the thought of jailbreaking their iOS & iPadOS 14 devices, but they’re either not sure where to begin or might be experiencing turbulence in the attempt to jailbreak.

Apple is building a solid library for Apple TV+, but is it enough to keep subscribers?

Evan Selleck ∙ February 20, 2021

The "streaming wars" is still an ongoing effort. Companies like the AT&T-owned Warner Bros., Netflix, Disney, Paramount, and so many others all vying for some of the money you earn every month. To do that, it all centers around one thing: content. Apple jumped in, too, but, unlike those other companies it's missing one thing: content.

How do you use your iPad mini?

Evan Selleck ∙ February 13, 2021

2012 feels so long ago, right? Forever, even. That's the year Apple introduced its smallest iPad to date, the iPad mini. And, since then, Apple has refreshed the device more than a few times, but it's kept its primary selling point: the small size.

Jailbreak Guide: Can I Jailbreak?

Anthony Bouchard ∙ Updated June 14, 2023

With Apple's ever-turning game of unsigning older firmware to prevent downgrades to jailbreakable firmware, jailbreakers are forever wondering what the best strategy is for their device.

Why I returned my AirPods Max

Evan Selleck ∙ February 6, 2021

Back at the beginning of December, Apple launched its first own-branded over-ear headphones. And, as is sometimes the case, there was a discussion that launched right around the same time: are the new headphones worth the cost?

Do you read the privacy labels before installing an app?

Evan Selleck ∙ January 30, 2021

In December of 2020, Apple launched privacy labels for apps in the App Store. The idea is simple enough: show relevant information regarding what an app is doing related to privacy and data to the user. This gives them the power to make a decision, based on that data, before installing the app on their devices.