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Must-have Jailbreak Apps for iPhone?

MotionMan

MotionMan

Lifer
In follow-up/parallel to this thread, I have done my first jailbreak (For those who have not clicked on the link, I am using an Original iPhone 8GB).

What are the must-have jailbreak apps for the iPhone?

MotionMan
 
yeah, hes such an idiot for missing a half decade old thread that has a whopping 5 crappy suggestions in it.

and if he did bring that thread back and ask if there are any updates, he would have been reamed for pulling up old junk.
 
You're not using it as a phone, right? I'm not sure there's a lot of jailbreak stuff out there that's handy for an iPod touch (basically).

You can try different themes, maybe use backgrounder (since I don't think 3.1 has multitasking). But I'm not sure what else you'd really want out of it other than a toilet surfer.
 
pcslookout said:
Search before you post. 😉 http://forums.anandtech.com/showthread.php?t=222559&highlight=jailbreak+apps
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wirednuts said:
yeah, hes such an idiot for missing a half decade old thread that has a whopping 5 crappy suggestions in it.

and if he did bring that thread back and ask if there are any updates, he would have been reamed for pulling up old junk.
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I assumed he was kidding. Then again the thread was new about when the phone was new. 🙂

MotionMan
 
And it is apparent to me that not many of our users here care to jailbreak for the useful tweaks that... jailbreaking brings.

Here's a few I use and some reasons why they are useful:

1) iFile: because it sucks not being able to manually manage files on the phone while I'm testing my apps.

2) SIManager: because I wanna make sure that if my iPhone goes down (out of battery), and I have to swap the SIM card into a dumbphone, my contacts should still be there.

3) MyWI: it's not for free tethering. It's for those moments when I need to have multiple devices on the same network, and I am suddenly without a Macbook. What is this for? Well, it's for things like... transferring files between my iPhone and another phone, for instance. Roundabout way, but better than not being able to do it at all.

4) OpenSSH + C/C++ compiler: allows me to develop simple applications... right on the phone.

Wait, what's #4 for? Well, when I lack a computer and an internet connection, and I want to run an algorithm fast, the simplest way for me is to use my phone to run that query. Call me a code junky or whatever, but this has helped me get out of pinches multiple times in the field. This is the only reason why I'd consider the iPhone a "smartphone".

I'd thought about writing an actual app with a GUI and what-nots for compiling and running C/C++ apps with GUIs on iOS multiple times, but it always ends up being a lot more work than it's worth, and Apple would most likely (101% likely) reject it if I ever try to submit it.
 
I like tetherme (allows tethering without paying extra for it), 3G Unrestrictor (makes phone think it is on wi-fi connection so can use things like facetime on 3G), Barrel (cool way to move between screens), IntelliscreenX (show weather and calendar on lock screen), Cyntact (shows contacts pics in Address book), and KillBackground (kills all background apps all at once).
 
Some questions from an ignorant jailbreak in' noob:

1. Is there a way to browse the Cydia library in a desktop web browser?

2. Is there a way to easily queue the downloading of a number of apps from Cydia? Via a desktop web browser?

3. Is there an "account" or "login" in Cydia or does do something like use your AppleID?

MotionMan
 
MotionMan said:
Some questions from an ignorant jailbreak in' noob:

1. Is there a way to browse the Cydia library in a desktop web browser?

2. Is there a way to easily queue the downloading of a number of apps from Cydia? Via a desktop web browser?

3. Is there an "account" or "login" in Cydia or does do something like use your AppleID?

MotionMan
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1) Not as far as I know.
2) You can queue them in app, and then go to your queue at the end and install them all at once. (You lose the queue if you exit the app though.)
3) Yes, though I've not used it much. You can re-download some purchases for free with it.

>>>>>

I recommend Barrel! It gives you awesome home screen app transitions! Perhaps ProTube HD -- if you want to download YouTube videos or just their audio. SBSettings, MultiIconMover, FolderEnhancer, and GridLock are all good tweaks, a few of them are paid. Make sure whatever you get is compatible with your device / iOS version.
 
MotionMan said:
Some questions from an ignorant jailbreak in' noob:

1. Is there a way to browse the Cydia library in a desktop web browser?

2. Is there a way to easily queue the downloading of a number of apps from Cydia? Via a desktop web browser?

3. Is there an "account" or "login" in Cydia or does do something like use your AppleID?

MotionMan
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1. Yep, but it's spread out depending on the repo, and it's usually much worse than browsing with your phone, but if you must, here's the biggest one:
http://thebigboss.org/hosting-repository-cydia

Just type in the web addresses of other repos you see in Cydia and you should be able to see a list on a desktop browser.

2. Well, as above, it's spread out depending on the repo. The problem is that sometimes there are dependencies as well, so downloading just one package is usually not enough. So it's better if you do it on the phone.

3. Cydia only asks you to log in with either an Amazon or Google account if you decide to purchase something. Otherwise, you can use it without an account. And no, they don't log your Apple ID. Apple ID is only used for Apple's Stores.
 
MotionMan said:
I did not create an account. Did it use my AppleID?

MotionMan
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I don't believe so, but runawayprisoner has given the right answer I think. I logged in with my gmail address. You might be able to redeem existing purchases with your paypal account email if you bought something, I'm not sure though. Tis' not my expertise.
 
The must have jailbreak apps for me are:

(1) BiteSMS. This is SMS messaging the way it should be on a smart phone. You can compose and respond to messages from anywhere, including the lock screen. You don't need to leave the app you are in to message either. (Paid or ad supported)

(2) SBSettings. Easy access to most toggle settings (WiFi, Airplane mode, etc.).

(3) AskToCall. When you tap on a contact in your recents or favorites rather than automatically dialing you have to slide to dial. Cuts down on those embarrasing mistake calls.

(4) RemoveBG + SBSetting Plugin. Close all of your background applications with one tap.

(5) ManualCorrect. Reverses the way auto-correct works. Now you tap on a suggestion to use it rather than ignore it.

(6) SwipeSelection. Much easier editing of text compared to Apples magnifying glass approach.

(7) Music Controls Pro. Control music playback from anywhere including the lockscreen, even when the screen is completely off. You can play, pause, adjust volume, skip tracks etc. without having to fiirst unlock the screen and select the music app. (Paid)

(8) Activator. Assign gestures to do just about anything you can imagine from anywhere including inside running applications.

(9) iFile. Full access to the file system plus much more. (Paid)
 
If you login with your google account it should save certain purchases. Not all purchases are managed through the Cydia store. Personally I use my facebook account and it has saved all but 1 of my purchases (LockInfo)

Here are some of the apps I use/recommend:

Adblocker - you can select certain apps to block ads in. Works in safari by default (which you shouldn't be using anyway) and other apps.

Browser Changer - change the default browser. I use atomic browser because safari is worthless.

CleverPin - allows you to disable your phone's passcode when you are on a trusted wifi network.

Infinifolders - put unlimited number of apps into a folder

LockInfo - more powerful lock screen app

Multifl0w - cooler way of multitasking

My3G - Certain apps restrict you to using features on a wifi network, like facetime or large file downloads, this allows you trick your phone into thinking it's on wifi.

NoNewsIsGoodNews - removes the stupid news stand

NoSpot - Disables spotlight search

OpenSSH - Lets you login via ssh and get into the file system

ResetAllKiller - disables reset all button so you don't accidently unjailbreak your device

SBSettings - duh

Software Update Killer - disables software update; hides app badge that tells you a new update is available

Winterboard - Lets you change themes and icons
 
Oh and as far as tethering apps, I don't currently use them but from what I've read PDANet is the only one that doesn't use iOS's built in tethering function, and therefore is the only one that hides the fact that you are tethering from your carrier.
 
Kev said:
If you login with your google account it should save certain purchases. Not all purchases are managed through the Cydia store. Personally I use my facebook account and it has saved all but 1 of my purchases (LockInfo)

Here are some of the apps I use/recommend:

Adblocker - you can select certain apps to block ads in. Works in safari by default (which you shouldn't be using anyway) and other apps.

Browser Changer - change the default browser. I use atomic browser because safari is worthless.

CleverPin - allows you to disable your phone's passcode when you are on a trusted wifi network.

Infinifolders - put unlimited number of apps into a folder

LockInfo - more powerful lock screen app

Multifl0w - cooler way of multitasking

My3G - Certain apps restrict you to using features on a wifi network, like facetime or large file downloads, this allows you trick your phone into thinking it's on wifi.

NoNewsIsGoodNews - removes the stupid news stand

NoSpot - Disables spotlight search

OpenSSH - Lets you login via ssh and get into the file system

ResetAllKiller - disables reset all button so you don't accidently unjailbreak your device

SBSettings - duh

Software Update Killer - disables software update; hides app badge that tells you a new update is available

Winterboard - Lets you change themes and icons
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What is the rational behind disabling spotlight search?
 
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