Restore iPhone 3GS, 3G to iOS 4.2.1 / 4.1 on 06.15.00 Baseband After Using Ultrasn0w 1.2 [How to Guide]

In case you have unlocked your iPhone 3GS / 3G by flashing iPad baseband 6.15.00 with ultrasn0w 1.2 on iOS 4.2.1, and have issues while restoring your device, here is Sherif Hashim the guy behind ultrasn0w unlock tool, has posted a simple guide showing how to restore your iPhone 3GS / 3G to avoid iTunes errors.

Note: To restore your iPhone 3GS from 4.2.1 to 4.1, you must have saved SHSH blobs for iOS 4.1.

For PwnageTool users:

A :  If you are on Mac and use PwnageTool: If you used pwnage tool then you will have to create a “new” custom 4.1 or 4.2.1 and say “No” when you are offered the BB update to 6.15.00 since you already have it, then build the custom ipsw and restore to that.

For Redsn0w users:

B : If you use(d) Redsn0w:

B.1: If you are currently on 4.1, then you can restore to official 4.1 again, and when you see error 1015 pop-up, you kick your device out of recovery mode using TinyUmbrella, use redsn0w and don’t check “ipad BB update” because you already have that Here Is How To Restore iPhone 3G And iPhone 3GS While On Baseband 06.15.00 And Having Issues icon smile

B.2: If you are currently on 4.2.1 then you’ll have to restore back to 4.1 (because 4.2.1 will not allow you to kick the phone out of recovery when 1015 occurs due to the silly BB / iOS mismatch check added there) , then do the same steps as CASE-1.

How to go again to iOS 4.2.1:

If you want to go again to 4.2.1 your only way is to use a custom 4.2.1 done by pwnage tool in the same steps mentioned in A .

Try Hashim's methods above to restore you device between 4.2.1 and 4.1, it worth trying. Don't forget to tell us about your experience.

3:12 PM by iPhone Jailbreak · 4

Greenpois0n Jailbreak iOS 4.2.1 [Soon]

Few minutes ago p0sixninja the hacker behind Greenpois0n jailbreak has just announced that the new version of Greenpois0n is being updated to be untethered jailbreak for iOS 4.2.1 on iPhone 4,3GS iPod touch 4G, 3G and iPad, but the untethered task has caused a delay in releasing the new Greenpois0n.

I apologize for the delay in greenpois0n 4.2.1 support. Our current focus is on a permanent untether solution

Till now there is no ETA (estimate to arrival) for the new Greenpois0n. By the way Comex is also developing a new method to make untethered jailbreak for iOS 4.2.1 on all devices and it's expected to see the light on Christmas.

2:35 PM by iPhone Jailbreak · 0

Fix iPhone 3GS / 3G Battery Drain Problem & Over Heat After Unlock by Ultrasn0w 1.2

The newly released ultrasn0w 1.2 which unlocked the iPhone 3GS/3G running iOS 4.2.1 by flashing the iPad baseband 06.15.00 using Redsn0w 0.9.6b5 or PwnageTool 4.1.3, has caused two major issues for many iPhone 3GS/3G users, ultrasn0w 1.2 has led to aggressive battery drainage, in addition, iPhone becoming excessively hot. Sherif Hashim, one of the hackers behind ultrasn0w has addressed these issues, let's check out them after the jump.

Here's Hashim justifying these issues

i hope those of u with 3g/3gs are enjoying their updated unlocked devices, all props to @MuscleNerd & co. for making this possible :) , hopefully the iphone 4 on 2.10.04 and 3.10.01 follows within a good time table.

on a very important side note, before anyone starts to complain about battery drainage issues after installing the new ultrasn0w on the 6.15.00 updated BB, the culprit here is not ultrasn0w, it's the hacktivation process (activating the phone by pwnage tool or redsn0w rather than using an official carrier sim to do so) that u mostly did while jailbreaking.

The 4.1 and 4.2.1 ipsws unlike their old ancestors, seem to keep looking for valid push certificates all the time, either thru your wifi, or thru your cellular data network (which u only have after installing ultrasn0w and hence u accuse it) , this can be seen clearly if u have a cellular working data plan for 3g or edge and u watched the settings > general > usage > cellular network data (sent & received are continuously increasing even without using any internet traffics on the phone) , this will also render the phone going hot even in stand by mode and also very rapid battery drainage occurs plus consuming ur data if you were not on an unlimited plan.

How can you fix these problems:

so to resolve this, u either:
A) 1st Solution: try to activate the phone using the official sim if u have it (even if the sim itself is old and not working) , or borrow it from a friend if it's possible, by any means, try to have an access to one and use it

B) 2nd Solution: if A is not feasible, u can install SBsettings from featured cydia packages and turn wifi and data off when u r not using it (shuts down both 3g and edge) , till C is done

C) 3rd Solution: there is a very nice module being worked on by a trusted jailbreak app dev, namely @sbingner , which ll resolve that issue for those having it, the details of which shouldn't be disclosed until he finishes his awesome work, till then, either use A or B to resolve the issue if it exists for you

In case you're one of those who suffering from the above mentioned problems after unlocking their devices with ultrasn0w 1.2, you have to try the above solutions as they will handle the situation, but don't forget to feed us back with your results on the comments section.

11:21 AM by iPhone Jailbreak · 3

Unlock 06.15.00 on iPhone 3GS / 3G [ How to ]

Just a couple of hours back, the iPhone Dev Team has updated their carrier unlock tool which brings unlock for iPhone 3GS & 3G on iOS 4.1 or iOS 4.2.1 but unfortunately, you have to update your device's baseband to 06.15.00 to be able to unlock it.


Simply follow the steps below to jailbreak and unlock your iPhone 3G on iOS 4.2.1 using PwnageTool 4.1.3 for Mac OS X.

STEP 1: Download PwnageTool 4.1.3 unlock edition from here.

STEP 2: Download iOS 4.2.1 for your device and also catch iOS 3.2.2 from here before it's removed (required to update the baseband). Then copy all the files to your desktop.

STEP 3: Now launch PwnageTool and select iPhone 3GS / 3G and point it to the original iOS 4.2.1 firmware you downloaded.

STEP 4: You'll now be asked if you want to update your baseband to the 06.15 version. If you are on 05.14 or 05.15 or higher you will need to do this to unlock. You do not need to do this for jailbreak only. Click on YES and then select Browse for IPSW and point it to iOS 3.2.2 you downloaded.

STEP 5: You'll have to choose some options as installing Cydia packages, custom logos and packages. Finally, hit the blue the build button.

STEP 6: You'll be asked to save the cooked firmware. Please allow up to 10 minutes.

STEP 7: When prompted if your iPhone has been Pwned before, we clicked No. It allows for a more thorough restore. Once done, follow the instructions seen on the screen to enter into DFU mode

STEP 8: Now, You will have to restore your iPhone to the jailbroken custom firmware by Clicking on the iPhone icon on the left sidebar of iTunes then hold left “alt” button (“Shift” button on Windows) on the keyboard and then click on “Restore” then release the alt button, Now Select the custom firmware created by PwnageTool and Let iTunes go in a bunch of steps.

STEP 9: Almost done, you can now unlock your iPhone 3GS / 3G by following my previous guide posted here.

11:24 PM by iPhone Jailbreak · 9

Jailbreak iPhone 3GS 4.1

The last few weeks we got three jailbreak tools for iOS 4.1 on iPhone 4, 3GS, 3G, iPod touch 4G, 3G, 2G and iOS 3.2.2 on iPad (i.e. Limera1n, GreenPois0n and PwnageTool), in addition to the presence of other jailbreak tools for all several iOSs, all this has led a confusion among iDevices users, so I decided to collect all iOSs, jailbreak guides and unlock guides for all existing iDevices in one article. Check them after the jump.

iPhone 3GS	iOS	Baseband	Jailbreak Guide	Unlock Guide	Jailbreak OS Compatibility
	4.1	05.14.02	Limera1n Greenpois0n PwnageTool Sn0wbreeze	Preserve BB with PT	Mac – Windows Windows – Mac Mac Windows
	4.0.2	05.13.04	Limera1n	Click here	Mac – Windows
	4.0.1	05.13.04	JailbreakMe	Click here	Through Safari (Web-based)
	4.0	05.13.04	JailbreakMe	Click here	Through Safari (Web-based)
	Notes: ·       iOS 4.1 can be unlocked while preserving the baseband (PwnageTool only). ·       Latest version for iPhone 3GS is iOS 4.1 ·       All jailbreak above are untethered jailbreaks. ·       You have to jailbreak your device with one tool only.

8:51 AM by iPhone Jailbreak · 0

FaceTime on iPhone 3GS by FaceIt-3GS

We showing FaceTime on jailbroken iPhone 3GS running iOS 4.1. The folks behind the project has uploaded the tweak to enable iPhone 4-only FaceTime video calling option on iOS 4.1 for iPhone 3GS users.


Here's a quick video to watch it in action:

The tweak is available in Cydia for free. To enjoy using the tweak, you have to jailbreak your iPhone 3GS using Limera1n then tap on Cydia, touch Manage then choose Sources and add http://apps.iphoneislam.com. Now, search for FaceIt-3GS and install it. Once installed, navigate to the Settings app and activate FaceTime as shown in the screenshot below and wait for some minutes till it complete the process.

So, after you try it, tell us how does it work with you in the comment section below.

12:32 AM by iPhone Jailbreak · 2

FaceTime Video Calls to iPhone 3GS by iSeeU App !! [video]

Apple provided the iPhone 4 with front face camera to allow video calling with other devices. Also, there's an endless list of apps that allows you to make video calls with some features on iPhone 4, the apps are also compatible with iPhone 3GS but it's very silly to make video calls without front camera.

Guess what? You can make FaceTime-like video calls on iPhone 3GS with a simple accessory provided by Korean company PLAYMASS. The idea is simple, it's about mounting a mirror on your cell phone, and you’ll be able to convert your back camera to rear-facing camera. Check out the charming video below for a quick demo:
The accessory is available on the official site for $24.95, they will be shipping this accessory later this month. Will you get it and cancel the idea of updating to iPhone 4?  

[via TiPb]

6:07 AM by iPhone Jailbreak · 0