Chinese iOS developer community Pangu Team has released the third jailbreaking tool update to iDevices.
The size of the new Pangu iOS9-9.0.2 v1.2 tool is around 71.3 MB and comes with a couple of bug-fixes to the glitches found in the previous update.
Official change-log details of Pangu v1.2 iOS9-9.0.2 Jailbreak tool:
1. Fixes failure to open url scheme in MobileSafari
2. Fixes the bug that "preferences -> Storage&iCloud Usage -> Manage Storage" keeps spinning
As of now, Pangu v1.2 iOS9-9.0.2 tool is available for Windows PCs only. The Mac version is expected to be released soon. Stay tuned for more updates.
Now, let's get started with how to install the new Pangu jailbreak tool in to your Apple device.
Disclaimer: This procedure is very technical and should be performed by a person with sound knowledge of jailbreaking (or manual software installation) Apple devices. If the step-by-step installation process is not followed properly, there are chances of the smartphone getting bricked or being permanently irreparable. IBTimes India cannot be held responsible for any damage or claims from readers if the procedure does not yield the required results or if the smartphone is bricked. Hence, users are advised to proceed with caution.
Pre-requisite:
- Make sure the device is running the latest Apple iOS 9.0.2
- PC must also be running the latest Apple iTunes software
- Back-up everything
[Launch iTunes >> select- photos, contacts and others >> Right Click on your device >> Select back-up and let it sync]
- Then take your device and go to
Settings >> General >> Reset >> Erase all contents and settings >> Erase iPhone
Then on re-activation >> set it up as new device
- This version is for Windows PC only. (Mac version will be released soon)
- Update "Pangu 9.0.x Untether" and "Patch" in Cydia if your device is already jailbroken, without the need for re-jailbreaking it
Here's the procedure on How to Install Pangu iOS9.0- iOS 9.0.2 jailbreak tool:
Step 1: Turn off both Passcode (& Touch ID) and Find My Phone options
- [To switch-off Passcode (& Touch ID) go to Settings > Touch ID & Passcode >Turn Passcode Off ]
- To switch-off Find My Phone go to Settings > iCloud > Find My iPhone > Click to turn off.
Step 2: Come back to Settings menu and switch on 'Airplane mode'
Step 3: Download new Pangu iOS9.0-iOS 9.0.2 jailbreak code v1.2- HERE in to your PC
Step 4: Connect Apple iDevice (iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch) to the PC and launch Pangu 9 application software in the computer
Step 5: Select 'Start' to initiate jailbreaking procedure
Step 6: A pop-up window will appear on the computer and there you select 'Already backup' to continue with the procedure.
[Note: During the jailbreaking procedure, Pangu and WWDC icons will appear on the Apple iDevice. Then, the devices will re-boot and ask you unlock the phone and also ask to turn on the Airplane mode again. Once done, the process will continue to final stages of the jailbreaking procedure]
Step 7: Later, Pangu app will ask access to Photos app. The users are advised to grant the permission to go ahead
Step 8: Once permission is given, it will take few minutes for the app to finish the procedure with –'Jailbreak Complete' message and re-boots the device once again. The users can confirm the completion once the Cydia app appears on the home screen.
List of devices eligible for v9.0-9.0.2 jailbreak include:
Apple device category | iPhones | iPads | iPod Touch |
Device versions eligible for iOS v9.0-9.0.2 jailbreak | iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, iPhone 5S, iPhone 5C, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus | iPad mini (1 Gen), iPad mini (2 Gen), iPad mini (3 Gen), iPad Mini (4 Gen) iPad (2 Gen), iPad (2 Gen), iPad (4 Gen), iPad Air (1 Gen), iPad Air (2 Gen) | iPod Touch (6th Gen) and 5th Gen as well, |