iOS 9.1 Jailbreak Status Update

Can I jailbreak iOS 9.1 on iPhone, iPad or iPod touch? Here we look at the state of the jailbreak with Apple having now released iOS 9.1 final version to the public.
After seeding five development betas to registered developers and testers over a period of a month, iOS 9.1 is here, and it’s finally available, but where does that leave those individuals who choose to have a liberated iOS device?

 The introduction of a jailbreak solution last week with Pangu 9 for iOS 9.0, 9.0.1, and 9.0.2 took many by surprise. It was, of course, a very welcome surprise for those who were yearning for an untethered jailbreak on Apple’s latest mobile OS, but it still managed to blindside a lot of individuals. Of course, Pangu 9 release also meant that any vulnerabilities used to exploit iOS essentially enter the public domain, leaving Apple to tear the jailbreak apart and patch any of those holes. It’s widely accepted that the security loopholes used in the latest Pangu jailbreak were patched by Apple in beta 4 of iOS 9.1.
It’s for that reason that it’s vitally important to not go through the process of upgrading to iOS 9.1 if you wish to remain jailbroken. We officially need to wait for actually verified confirmation from Pangu Team that their methods of exploit have been patched by Apple, but in the meantime we can safely assume that this is the case. That really makes iOS 9.1 a danger zone for anyone who is currently enjoying all of the spoils that being jailbroken offers.
If you’ve accidentally gone through the process of upgrading to iOS 9.1 without thinking of the consequences, then it’s definitely advised to downgrade back to iOS 9.0.2 while the signing window is still open on Apple’s side. The same can be said if you’re on an earlier version of iOS and haven’t yet updated to iOS 9.0.2. The signing window won’t last for long though so you better hurry up if you want to update or downgrade to iOS 9.0.2 while it’s still possible. You can find the instructions for it here: Downgrade iOS 9.1 To iOS 9.0.2, Here’s How [Tutorial]. It seems that the age old game of jailbreak cat and mouse between Apple and the teams involved in serving up jailbreak solutions is about to begin once again.
The bottom line is that there’s currently no public jailbreak solution available for iOS 9.1. As previously mentioned, we really need to wait for that official confirmation that the vulnerabilities used for the iOS 9.0 – 9.0.2 jailbreak have been patched. Until then, stay away from the latest version of iOS if you’re a jailbreaker.

Update x1: Apple in a document about iOS 9.1 security has confirmed that they have patched two vulnerabilities found by Pangu team. More details on it can be found here.
Update x2: Apple has now stopped signing iOS 9.0.2 firmware, making it impossible to downgrade from iOS 9.1 for jailbreak.
Update x3: A browser-based untethered jailbreak for iOS 9.1/9.2 apparently exists, but it will likely never be released to the public. Details on it here.
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How to Use LED flashlight for notifications on iPhone

We often left our iPhone on the other side of the room and missed the vibration alert for an incoming text or a call. Those iPhone users who also own an Apple Wach do not need to worry about such missing any incoming alert because they get those notifications right on their wrist without carrying around the iPhone. However, most of the users still have to carry their iPhone with them in order to be notified of a new incoming alert when the device is in silent or mode.

 If you have used a BlackBerry device in its prime time, you’d probably know that flashing LED light was one of the most useful features. The flash LED would blink itself every twenty seconds to remind of any incoming email that you’ve not yet checked. Numerous top Android phones still offer flashing LED light notification as a built-in feature, but a majority of the iPhone users – despite having it as a feature built into the iOS – are not aware of it.
iOS, Apple’s mobile operating system has an Accessibility section within its Settings application. Specifically designed for people with certain disabilities, the functions available under Accessibility section make people’s lives much easier. However, there are many features under this section that are useful for a wider range of iPhone users. Using iPhone’s camera flash as a visual alert for any incoming notifications is a perfect example of such features.

How to enable LED flashlight for visual notifications on iPhone

Here are the simple steps to use camera flash LED as notification light:

1. Launch the Settings app.
2. Tap on General.
3. Go to Accessibility.
4. Scroll down to the Hearing section and switch the LED Flash for Alerts toggle to ON state.

With this option enables, whenever you receive a new text, email, call, or any other notification, your camera flash light with start blinking to alert you.
If you want to disable LED flashlight notifications, simply follow the above-mentioned steps again, and turn the LED Flash for Alerts toggle to OFF state.
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