Top 3 iPhone 4s Unlocking Solutions

by admin on May 1, 2013

Hi folks! Today I’ll be writing a post about what I consider to be the best iPhone 4 and iPhone 4s unlocking software there is.

It can be pretty tricky to unlock and jailbreak your iPhone 4/4s if you’re not sure what you’re doing. That’s why I decided to only write about the absolute best, easiest software here.

All of the following solutions will unlock you iPhone 4/4s for you automatically – no work required on your part. The owners make sure the solutions are always updated, so that they work for the latest version of iOS and all basebands.

These work on all other iPhone versions as well – including iPhone 5, but also older models like iPhone 3G and 3Gs. They will also unlock your iPad if it’s locked to a network!

To actually work the programs you don’t have to do much, it’s very very simple. They contain guides with screenshots which take you through the unlock process step by step – so it’s totally safe if you’re not great with technology (and easy if you are).

Some people want to figure out how to unlock their phone themselves, technically “hacking” into their phone – my opinion on the matter is that it’s not worth the risk. It will take you hours to figure out how to do it, and even then, you risk “bricking” your iPhone – making it effectively as useful as a paperweight or a brick. The following programs will get everything done in 5 minutes or less, and you get their support throughout the entire process. So, here they are – from best, to number 2 and finally number 3:

1. Jailbreak Unlock – (Best unlock solution for iPhone 4s)
Ok, so I only recently found out about these guys – but they are almost too good to be true. You have to check out their site and the software to really believe it.

I used it personally to unlock my iPhone 4s and also 2 other family members (hi Jess!) with an iPhone 4s. It also seem to work just fine on my iPad and another friend’s older generation iPhone 3Gs. So, I can tell firsthand that they support more than one phone model. This is great if you ever wanted to buy another apple product or have some older models around.

After the download, you need to install it and then you’re ready for action. You just hit the “Unlock now” button, go make yourself a hot cup of coffee and you are done!

Jailbreak Unlock does a complete unlock, or a “jailbreak and unlock” – true to its name. A few other programs do not do that. Basically and without getting too technical:

- Jailbreaking allows you to download other apps that were unapproved by Apple to your iPhone, add some other functionalities to your device and even get paid apps for free (you really shouldn’t do that though, as it’s illegal and hurts the efforts of app creators).

- Unlocking is allowing your phone to work with other providers, and not just the one you have a contract with.

- Which some other solutions only unlock or only jailbreak your phone – Jailbreak Unlock does both – you get the jailbreak as a nice present.

You have a non-questions-asked money back guarantee. I can tell you from my experience using the site and getting in touch with their support that their owner is just a good guy who’s keen on providing a good service, and is passionate about people getting the most freedom possible with their iPhones. It’s great. This is also why their support staff is so responsive and helpful. I consider this a big thing when looking at jailbreak options.

As for the experience of using their software – it was easy to follow their instructions – you basically won’t get it wrong even if you tried :) . That’s a great advantage compared to other unlock solutions.
The price includes a lifetime membership if you ever want to update your iOS and keep your iPhone unlocked. The guys at Jailbreak Unlock are the golden standard for jailbreak solutions, and they do it without costing more. That’s why they get a 9.5/10 for me (only God scores a 10/10 as my schoolteacher used to say!). Click here to go to their site

2. Apple Unlocker

This is an OK solution for jailbreaking iPhone 4s that I’ve used in the past. It used to be my favourite unlocking solution before finding Jailbreak Unlock, which is the reason I still mention them here. The process of unlocking your iPhone takes somewhat longer (12 minutes or so). There are also a few other reasons that I like them less:

- The support staff isn’t as helpful and quick as I think they should be. Sometimes it took more than a day to answer my e-mails. That would be really annoying if you needed your iPhone working well on a short time.

- Their unlocking solution didn’t include a jailbreak when I used them. To me, that’s one of the best things about unlocking – being able to have a completely liberated iPhone!

If you really want to unlock your iPhone and for some reason Jailbreak Unlock’s website is down, these guys are OK. Their instructions weren’t hard to follow and at the end of the day their unlock solution did work… Overall I rate them a 7/10. Check out their site here

3. iJailbreak Tool
This unlocking program actually works – but that’s probably the best thing I have to say about these guys. Oh, that and the obvious Jailbreaking they provide.

It took a short while more to unlock – a lot of it due to some unnecessary issues. The instructions were OK, but the images were somewhat blurry. The installation was a bit of a pain in the neck because the files were compressed in a weird format. Confusing is definitely not what I want when I get an unlocking solution.

Also, the customer service was not as good as I would have wanted. I think they outsourced the service to India, because the phone number to call for support was there. It’s a bit too expensive, having to make an international call to solve my issues. I haven’t used their e-mail support, but I have a nagging suspicion it’s also outsourced.

Overall, I give this unlocking solution 5/10 – it could have been higher on the list but the way they support the product just sucks in my opinion.

OK, my fingers are tired from all this typing. Hope you get something out of this and enjoy your new unlocked iPhone!

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Looking to unlock your iPhone 4/4s?

by admin on October 9, 2012

Unlocking your iPhone 4/4s has been a constant source of confusion and drama dating back to when the iPhone was first introduced into the marketplace. Right from the start consumers were confused what unlocking was and also if it’s actually legal.

To answer the short question first the legality is a bit of a grey issue. The fact of the matter is that it’s not illegal to unlock your iPhone 4/4s.

The whole point of unlocking your iPhone 4/4s is so that you have the option to use your phone with any provider you like. The only thing you’ll need is a new SIM card from the provider you’ve chosen. This is especially handy when travelling overseas, so that you’re able to use your iPhone in other countries. If you’re travelling to a number of different countries while away, you’ll also be able to switch the provider as you go by putting in a new SIM card. Another bonus comes into effect if you are considering selling your iPhone 4/4s. An unlocked iPhone 4/4s will sell for more money.

What does it mean to unlock your iPhone 4/4s?
Unlocking your iPhone 4/4s involves modifications on the modem and taking away the SIM restrictions. You can choose to do a software unlock or a hardware unlock. The software unlock means you unlock the software on the phone whereas the hardware unlock will alter the actually hardware.

The hardware unlocking is much more involved and requires some know how. If you’re at all nervous or unsure of what you’re doing, this likely isn’t a good option for you. There is a degree of skill needed and there are people who offer unlocking services for a fee. The software unlock can usually be done without any skill. As well, these unlocks can be reversed should you run into any problems.

If you would like to attempt the unlock yourself there are plenty of tutorials you can find online that offer a step-by-step process. By doing a few simple searches, you’ll even find forums dedicated to this topic with people’s personal experiences, advice and fixes.

Because unlocks have been happening for awhile there are fixes available for problems you might run into. If these fixes don’t remedy the problem your last resort is to reset your iPhone 4/4s back to its factory settings. By doing this it will erase any modifications you’ve made.

It’s also important to note that by unlocking your iPhone 4/4s you are not going to alter its performance. The phone will look, feel and perform the exact same. You won’t lose any functionality or features.

Are there any drawbacks to unlocking your iPhone 4/4s
As discussed, the process of unlocking the phone can be rather confusing and require skill. If you aren’t comfortable doing it, it’s recommended you don’t try.

The biggest drawback however is that once you do unlock your iPhone 4/4s, you will essentially be voiding the warranty on your phone. When your phone is new you obviously aren’t thinking about problems down the road, but there is the chance something could pop up. It’s never cheap to fix a phone, so it’s wise to give this some thought before rushing in. As well, you will not be able to receive any sort of technical support for your phone from Apple. The minute you start to make modifications, this service is no longer offered.

There is also the fact that once you start making modifications to your phone, you do run the risk of making irreparable damage. If you do this, your warranty isn’t there to protect you so you essentially are left with nothing more than a pricey paperweight on your desk.

Once you unlock the iPhone 4/4s you will not longer have such easy access to Apple firmware updates. You will still be able to get a hold of them, it just won’t be an easy process. It involves resetting the phone back to its original condition and then installing the upgrades. The more you have to do this, the greater the risk of doing something to the phone in the process.

If you are happy with the provider you bought the phone from, there really is no need to unlock your iPhone 4/4s. Sticking with your current provider will ensure you can still take advantage of the warranty and technical support.

 

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How to Unlock iPhone 4/4s

by admin on October 9, 2012

Like many others who own the iPhone 4/4s perhaps you’ve been tempted to unlock your phone to take advantage of the many benefits. If so you may be left wondering how to unlock the iPhone 4/4s?

The Basics of Unlocking your iPhone 4/4s
This whole concept of unlocking your iPhone 4/4s has been around for quite some time now, in fact pretty much since the iPhone was introduced. There are myths and facts surrounding the process of unlocking that seem to be a constant source of drama. Perhaps you’ve been told unlocking your iPhone is illegal? Well that would be false, you are perfectly within your legal rights to unlock the phone, however there are consequences.

In short the reason people choose to unlock their phone are varied. They may have purchased their phone from a provider who they are unhappy with, so by unlocking it they can use the phone with another provider. Maybe they want to travel internationally with their iPhone which isn’t possible unless it’s unlocked. Or there’s the fact that if the person is in the market to sell their phone, an unlocked iPhone 4/4s will sell for much more money.

Whatever the reason may be, people seem to have jumped on board. All unlocking means is that you make modifications to the phones hardware and/or software which allow you to do different things with the phone. By making a hardware modification you’ll be able to switch the SIM in the phone by taking away its restrictions so it can be used with any provider you like. With so many providers offering incredible and competitive pricing, it gives the user real flexibility and puts them in control of who they choose.

Along with the good always comes the bad though, so knowing the drawbacks is important. The number one reason that prevents people from unlocking their phone is the fact it voids their warranty. An iPhone is not a cheap purchase so not having a warranty on it doesn’t sit well with many. That and the fact that you will no longer be able to use Apple’s technical support for any issues you run into. Once you make modifications on your phone, you’re on your own as far as Apple is concerned.

It will also be harder to get firmware updates. You’ll need to reset the phone back to factory settings, install the updates and then unlock the phone again. If you’re doing this over and over you are running the risk of making a mistake and really damaging the phone. That and the fact it’s just not very convenient to keep doing the process over and over.

Unlocking your iPhone 4/4s – How To
Unlocking your iPhone 4/4s is no easy task. In fact, it’s not suggested you try it unless you are comfortable in a technical sense. It can be quite involved and if you don’t know what you’re doing, you run the risk of causing damage that is not fixable.

The best way to go about unlocking your iPhone 4/4s is to use a service that knows how to unlock the iPhone or find a tutorial online that will guide you through the process step by step.

Another route to follow is to purchase unlocking software that will help you throughout the unlocking process. These software packages boasts that as long as you’re able to follow instructions carefully, you’ll be successful at unlocking your device.

Basically just type in a few keywords online and you’ll be amazed at how many services there are that will be able to help you figure out how to unlock and iPhone 4/4s.

Even the Apple website offers some basic advice in their support pages:

“Only some carriers offer the ability to unlock iPhone for use on any carrier. Follow the instructions in this article to unlock your iPhone.

1. Ensure that you’ve waited the recommended wait period provided by your carrier.
2. Back up your iPhone.
3. Erase the contents of your iPhone.
4. Swap the old SIM card with the one for the new carrier.
5. Complete the setup assistant and restore your backup.”

Finding out how to unlock your iPhone 4/4s doesn’t have to be a stressful or long process, just do your research and always proceed with caution.

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What’s the difference between Jailbreaking and Unlocking?

by admin on October 5, 2012

So if you own an iPhone 4/4s perhaps you’ve heard of jailbreaking and unlocking your phone? Contrary to what some people believe, the two terms are different. Let’s take a look at what each action means.

Unlocking your iPhone 4/4s

This process has been causing drama and confusion since the iPhone was first introduced. People are constantly confused by not only what unlocking means but if it’s in fact legal. As far as the legality goes, it is now legal to unlock your iPhone 4/4s.

The reason people unlock their iPhone 4/4s is so that they can the phone with any cell phone provider with different SIM cards instead of the just the provider you bought the phone with. This is useful so that you can use your iPhone in other countries and pick and choose the carrier with the best options for you within your own country. As well, if you’re ever thinking of selling your iPhone 4/4s, it will sell for more money if it’s unlocked.

If you’re looking for a technical definition of what unlocking is, it refers to the stripping away of SIM restrictions found on the modem. You can do two different types of unlocks, which are a hardware unlock or a software unlock. For the hardware unlock, the changes need to be made to the hardware, whereas the software unlock involves the software on the phone.

If you’re looking for the safer option of the two, the software option is the way to go. These unlocks allow you to still reverse your modifications if need be. Hardware unlocks require more skill and usually cost money to have them done by a professional.

It’s important to note that if you do unlock your iPhone 4/4s, it usually voids the warranty of the unit. As well, don’t expect any technical support from Apple once you start making modifications on it.

You might be a little nervous about the actual process of unlocking your phone. There are also fixes to errors available and if worst comes to worst, you can choose to reset your iPhone 4/4s back to factory settings. There are a variety of services now offered that will unlock the phone for you and do all the work, taking the worry off your plate.

Jailbreaking your iPhone 4/4s

When it comes to jailbreaking your iPhone 4/4s this refers to modifications made to the firmware itself. This means it will allow you to access apps from all kinds of app stores instead of just the Apple app store. As well you may be able to access some apps for free that you would normally pay for and it can add an increased level of functionality to your iPhone 4/4s.

Just like unlocking your phone, jailbreaking your iPhone 4/4s is legal although Apple’s lawyers may disagree!

So what are the reasons for jailbreaking your iPhone 4/4s? Well you’ll have a huge amount of apps available to you! They might be highly coveted apps that can actually improve the phone’s use for you but ones that Apple will never offer. It allows you to really personalize and customize your phone, taking it further than what Apple would give you. Another bonus is that it will give you the ability to use free tethering and allows you to then unlock your iPhone if you choose.

Okay so we know what the pros are but what about the cons of jailbreaking the iPhone 4/4s? Well this one is pretty cut and dry, if you jailbreak the device it will void the warranty. Not only will the warranty be void, but Apple will not give you any sort of technical support if you should have any issues. However, you can always reset the phone back to factory settings and Apple won’t be able to tell you did in fact jailbreak it at one point.

Jailbreaking techniques have come a long way and are getting better, faster, more reliable and safer all the time. The term “bricking” your iPhone is very rare nowadays.

Jailbreaking and unlocking your iPhone 4/4s is really about giving the user more flexibility, options and personalization allowing you to have the ultimate device that fits your wants and needs.

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