iOS jailbreakers should think twice before updating their Apple devices to the new iOS 8.1.3 update as the latest software version reportedly kills the infamous TaiG jailbreak.
After months suffering from mockery due to releasing updates that are unable to stop the jailbreakers from hacking the new iOS, Apple finally rolled out an update that does the work. The new iOS 8.1.3 finally fixes the many exploits of TaiG jailbreak that worked up until iOS 8.1.2.
Since the release of iOS 8 last year, Apple has been battling with jailbreak groups. Pangu team made a jailbreak for the earliest version of the iOS, but it was stopped with the iOS 8.1.1 update which was released on Nov. 17. Meanwhile, TaiG exploited the iOS 8 and offered the jailbreak until iOS 8.1.2.
Apple rolled out the iOS 8.1.3 this week after weeks of testing. According to the release notes, the update includes increased stability and performance improvements, as well as a number of major bug fixes. The update fortunately reduces the amount of storage required to perform updates.
Specifically, the new iOS 8.1.3 comes with a range of bug fixes including the fix for the stubborn Wi-Fi issue as well as fix on prompt requesting for the Apple ID and password in accessing Messages and FaceTime. However, it did not deliver major changes on appearance and features of the OS.
Users will receive a notification about the iOS 8.1.3 or they can check the new firmware in the device's Settings > General > Software Update. Users can also update their Apple devices via iTunes by connecting your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch to a computer. 8.1.3 is compatible with the iPhone 4s onwards, the iPad 2 and newer, and the fifth generation iPod touch.
However, there is no word yet from TaiG whether it will release another iOS jailbreak that will beat the new iOS 8.1.3.
