Quick take: PwnageTool 4.1 lets you jailbreak iOS 4.1 devices while preserving your baseband, making it possible to unlock your iPhone for use on other carriers.
The Dev Team has released PwnageTool 4.1, bringing jailbreak support for iOS 4.1 across a wide range of Apple devices. This includes the iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPod Touch (3rd and 4th generation), iPad, and even Apple TV 2G.
Jailbreaking opens up your device, allowing you to install apps and tweaks that are normally restricted within Apple’s ecosystem.
Disclaimer: Jailbreaking and unlocking are not supported by Apple and will void your warranty. Proceed at your own risk. DJs Mobiles is not responsible for any damage caused during this process.
Supported devices
- iPhone 3G
- iPhone 3GS
- iPhone 4
- iPod Touch (3rd and 4th Gen)
- iPad (iOS 3.2.2)
- Apple TV 2G
PwnageTool works by creating a custom IPSW file. This allows you to jailbreak your device while keeping your current baseband, which is essential if you plan to unlock your device for use on different carriers.
Why use PwnageTool
- Preserves baseband for future unlocking.
- Creates a pre-jailbroken custom firmware.
- Supports multiple legacy Apple devices.
Downloads required
- PwnageTool 4.1 for Mac (official torrent | mirror 01 | mirror 02)
- iTunes 10.0.1 for Mac (download)
- iOS 4.1 firmware (link)
- iPad iOS 3.2.2 (link)
Jailbreak instructions
- Install the latest version of iTunes.
- Connect your device and perform a full backup.
- Download PwnageTool 4.1 and the correct iOS firmware, then place them on your desktop.
- Launch PwnageTool and select your device.
- Let PwnageTool automatically detect your firmware file.
- When prompted about activation, select:
- No if you want to preserve your baseband for unlocking
- Yes if your device is officially supported by your carrier
- PwnageTool will now create a custom firmware file.
- Put your device into DFU mode:
- Turn off your device
- Hold Power + Home for 10 seconds
- Release Power but keep holding Home for another 5 seconds
- Restore using the custom firmware:
- Open iTunes
- Select your device
- Hold Option (Alt) and click Restore
- Select your custom IPSW file
iTunes will complete the process and your device will reboot with iOS 4.1 fully jailbroken.
Unlock your device
If your device is not officially unlocked, follow these steps:
- Open Cydia
- Go to Manage > Sources
- Tap Edit then Add
- Add this source:
http://repo666.ultrasn0w.com - Search for UltraSn0w and install it
- Restart your device
Tip: Once unlocked, your device can work with different carriers. Afterward, you can reconnect to iTunes and restore your backup.