| Feature | ZiPhone (2008) | Modern Tools (unc0ver, checkra1n) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | iOS 1.x - 2.x | iOS 11 - 16 | | Target Device | iPhone 2G / 3G | iPhone 5s - X (checkra1n) | | Type of Jailbreak | Tethered? No (Userland exploit) | Semi-Untethered (unc0ver) / Semi-Tethered (checkra1n) | | SIM Unlock | Included (Software unlock) | No (Carrier lock remains) | | Windows Support | Native (XP/7) | Limited (Requires bootable USB/Linux for checkra1n) |
Make sure your iPhone is plugged in and seen by Windows Device Manager. Click . Ziphone For Windows
The Windows version typically comes as a , making it much more approachable than the command-line alternatives. Here is the general workflow for legacy devices: | Feature | ZiPhone (2008) | Modern Tools
One of the most significant technical criticisms of Ziphone was how it handled the bootloader on the iPhone 2G. Ziphone would patch the bootloader directly on the device. While this worked, it modified the device in a way that was difficult to reverse. The Windows version typically comes as a ,
: ZiPhone is not compatible with modern iPhones (iPhone 4 and newer). Using legacy tools on modern hardware can lead to permanent software errors.
: Bypassing the iTunes activation screen, essentially turning the iPhone into a functional handheld computer (iPod Touch equivalent) without a cellular contract. Controversy and Legacy