Since iOS 8 became officially available to Apple's mobile devices, jailbreaking groups like Pangu and TaiG were able to trespass the operating system. But late last month, Apple rolled out the official iOS 8.1.3 update that put an end to iOS 8 jailbreaks.
Because of Apple's move, users who prefer a jailbroken iOS tried, as a last resort, to switch back to iOS 8.1.2, which has a TaiG jailbreak. However, Apple is preventing users from reverting to the previous version of the operating system. According to iDownload Blog, Apple has blocked signing the iOS 8.1.2 software update that allows users to easily jailbreak their device. Without the signing, reverting to the previous version from the current 8.1.3 version has now become impossible.
While Apple stops signing iOS 8.1.2, the tech company allows signing to iOS 8.1.3. However, there is no 8.1.3 jailbreak available yet.
Meanwhile, the release notes of iOS 8.1.3 says that it comes with increased stability and performance improvements, as well as a number of major bug fixes. Moreover, the update fortunately reduces the amount of storage required to perform updates.
The update addresses Wi-Fi issue as well as the prompt requesting for the Apple ID and password in accessing Messages and FaceTime. However, it did not deliver major changes on the appearance and features of the OS.
Apple devices 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. If no notification is received, users can also update their Apple devices via iTunes by connecting their iPhone, iPad or iPod touch to a computer. iOS 8.1.3 is compatible with the iPhone 4S onwards, the iPad 2 and newer, and the fifth generation iPod touch.
There is no word yet from TaiG on whether or not it will release an iOS jailbreak for the new iOS 8.1.3, but the jailbreaker is confident in pushing new jailbreaks for future iOS versions.
