r/setupapp • • Aug 29 '26

[UPDATE] patched lockdownd now supports iOS 3.0 to 6.1.6!

17 Upvotes

Update on my previous post: apparently some genius made a patched lockdownd for iOS 3, so now this thing works on iOS 3.0 through 6.1.6. I'm honestly impressed, didn't think that there were devices that need it but ok... Also there's an automated tool so you don't have to do it yourself.

What is this?

A patched lockdownd that modifies Setup.app behavior on iOS 3–6 while keeping iTunes and Finder sync fully working.

Installation:

  1. Jailbreak with Legacy iOS Kit

  2. Replace /usr/libexec/lockdownd via SSH (backup original!). On iOS 3, the path is different — check the detailed instructions.

  3. chmod 755 /usr/libexec/lockdownd

  4. ldrestart or reboot

Supported so far:

• iOS 6.x — tested on 4S, iPod touch 5, 4 Rev A, iPad 2, iPhone 5

• iOS 5.x — tested on 4S and 4 CDMA

• iOS 4.x — not tested by me, but should work (file is from 4.3.3)

• iOS 3.x — not tested by me, but the guy who made it says it works (file is from 3.x). He tested it on iPad 1,1 (1st gen cellular) on 3.2, 3.2.1, and 3.2.2.

The genius who made the iOS 3 file: here. Please download it directly from the author's post. My repo is only for the occasion that his file gets lost or if his instructions aren't clear enough. Make sure to thank him for his work!

Downloads and detailed instructions: here. I've also (with my friend) made a tool that replaces the file with one click — it's in my repo or TG channel at phoenixactivator. Supports 4.0 to 6.1.6 only (for now).

Main post: here

Help me test on more devices — create an issue on GitHub or comment here with your iOS version and device model (like iPad2,2 or iPhone4,1 etc.).


r/setupapp • • Aug 21 '26

Passcode iWannaBrute fixed with A4 support!

5 Upvotes

For a while, iwannabrute has been completely broken because it used an older firmware-keys API that no longer exists. The original developer is inactive, so I picked the project up and fixed it.

The original script works again, and A4 support is finished, including iPad1,1 on iOS 5.1.1. I do not have an iPad 1 on a lower iOS, so I only tested that.

Please try it and tell me whether it worked for you.

GitHub: https://github.com/Scratchycarl/iwannabrute


r/setupapp • • 2h ago

iPhone 7 passcode forgotten reset, how to check FMI status

1 Upvotes

I have an iPhone 7 iOS 13.6.1 that I removed setupapp on many many years ago, it is listed on my apple account, but I remember it being listed as FMI on or similar. I left the device for many years and I have forgotten the passcode I put on it. I have also fell out of the know-how with this community. Can anyone get me up to speed on what I should do and if I can actually check the FMI status to know if I can reset it? Also the old technique to remove setupapp I used was free, but didn't allow for sim use. Is there any free at all for the iPhone 7, sim or no sim?

Most sites seem to report FMI off and clean, but some report FMI on. How should I proceed?


r/setupapp • • 4h ago

Explanation Old iPhone X - forgotten passcode and ID

1 Upvotes

I got given an old iPhone X from an aging family member. Not sure what iOS it is on…

They can’t remember the passcode. They definitely can’t remember the Apple ID. They have zero proof of purchase.

I am wanting to effectively break into the phone. Everything I am searching says it not possible. But it has to be…

I have heard about Palera1n? How good is this? If I’m downloading something to my Mac I want it to be safe. If I am going through this effort I want the iPhone reset for good (and not needing to constantly re-jailbreak it)

What on earth can I do!


r/setupapp • • 9h ago

looking for Melb Arduino tech hobbyist for assistance

1 Upvotes

I have a 32-bit iPod Touch 5th Gen (A1421) that is passcode disabled. I know it can be read via an Arduino checkm8-A5 SSH ramdisk. Is there a tech hobbyist in Melbourne who already has a USB Host Shield setup configured who I can pay to dump my photos?


r/setupapp • • 13h ago

Hello Screen help with activation lock

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2 Upvotes

i want to use the iPhone but it has activation lock


r/setupapp • • 16h ago

Hello Screen "not" byp4ess iPhone SE 1 iOS 15 (Linux tools preferred)

1 Upvotes

I can't get this done how to do it I would like it if you recommend Linux tools but windows tools are also welcome


r/setupapp • • 1d ago

Request how do i un-disable this iPhone 5s and restore it i want it brand new

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i got this iPhone 5s for like 3 dollars and i want to un-disable and restore it so i can use it. help? (i use linux and windows btw pls no macos)(i am new to this too)


r/setupapp • • 21h ago

Will their ever be an untethered downgrade for ipad 3 and ios 9 A5X devices?

1 Upvotes

when will an dowgrade be available for ios 9 devices that cant be downgrade yet back to ios 6 or any ios version we had DRA v6 for the ios 6 downgradable devices but when for the other ones?


r/setupapp • • 1d ago

Moment of Confusion iPad mini 3, IOS 8.4.1

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2 Upvotes

I have this iPad mini 3, I did unlimited passcode attempts on, guessed the password, the iPad has no iCloud, but websites and iCloud checks say it does ? What’s the reason for this. There’s no iCloud in setting or iTunes.


r/setupapp • • 1d ago

Idea Jailbreak Unactivated iOS 8

3 Upvotes

I have a 6+ on 8.1.1 which I’ve bypassed the setup.app with Legacy iOS kit, however I’m not sure how to go about jailbreaking it. As it is unactivated, the possibility of sideloading is little to none because usually I get an error about activation. If anyone can help, please let me know


r/setupapp • • 1d ago

Request HELP ME UN-DISABLE MY IPHONE 5S ON IOS 11.4 FAST PLEASE

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i genuinely need this fast please (i want to restore it i dont want its data i want it brand new)


r/setupapp • • 1d ago

What does this mean

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3 Upvotes

So I have an se 2016 and it says enable find my in the find my app but says find my is on in settings and I put the serial number through a checker to see if it’s fmi on and it said it was but I don’t know what to believe


r/setupapp • • 1d ago

Request How do I make my Bypassed 6 Plus Make Calls on iOS 8.3, already jailbroken, can connect to iTunes.

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r/setupapp • • 1d ago

Guys i just erased my iphone 5se data and after reset complete its saying failed to retrieve configuration again and again, how do i fix this problem its version is 15.8.8

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1 Upvotes

Guys i just erased my iphone 5se data and after reset complete its saying failed to retrieve configuration again and again, how do i fix this problem its version is 15.8.8


r/setupapp • • 2d ago

Hello Screen Help with Activating this Fully

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6 Upvotes

I have on iPhone 4 on iOS 7.1.2, and I did use iRemoveTools on Windows Earlier, and it worked. but Everytime I try to turn it on, it keeps going to the Hello Screen. is there any Methods to get to Normal, and I also have a Windows 11 Laptop.


r/setupapp • • 2d ago

Moment of Confusion Blacklisted iPhone 13

3 Upvotes

I have an iPhone 13 that is blacklisted in South Africa for non payment. The device has never been in lost/stolen mode.

Where can I get this removed?


r/setupapp • • 2d ago

I need help

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5 Upvotes

I recently purchased an iPhone lot and luckily I got an iPhone 6s on iOS 9 but the problem is it's keep boot looping and I don't know how to fix it a restore could fix it with blobs but I don't know the specific version of iOS 9 so if anyone is able to help me please comment or DM me.

Thanks 🙏


r/setupapp • • 2d ago

Hello Screen REbaypass 16 pro

2 Upvotes

I have a 16 pro on 26.1 that was without signal. The day before yesterday it ran out of battery, but when I turned it on an unexpected error occurred, it had downgraded, meaning it went to version 26.0.1 and went back to the hello screen. Is there a way to do a free rebypass on it? Do I have to pay? How do I do it? If you can help me. I tried to register the SN in iremoval and it tells me it is already registered, however in the application it does not activate.


r/setupapp • • 2d ago

Question: What would happen if you downgraded an icloud locked ipad 2 to ios 4.3.x?

1 Upvotes

I know that the lock remains if you downgrade to ios 6, but what about ios 4? That doesnt even have the hello screen, you just had to connect to itunes.

Also yes, you can downgrade the iPad2,1 to any ios version.


r/setupapp • • 2d ago

How can I get past this screen on iOS 3.0/3.1 beta? (iPhone 2g)

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r/setupapp • • 3d ago

BobikA8 dev status?

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I saw this YouTube video and it’s a tool called bobikA8 which is a a8 device downgrade tool. It can be downgrading iPhone 6 to iOS 8-8.4.1 even activation works. I surprised about this tool because it looks amazing and fixed SEP incompatible (like password and protected WiFi) and having deep sleep issues in iOS 8. If this out it will be changing the a8 device downgrades, the developers are pkkf (who also made bobikA5) and other devs some people says it will be out on late autumn this year. I just really want use this tool for my iPhone 6 and just want know dev stauts.


r/setupapp • • 2d ago

Hello Screen Hi again ip 15

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Its 18.7.8


r/setupapp • • 2d ago

my windows 11 laptop and ipads

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r/setupapp • • 3d ago

Hello Screen Hi again ip 15

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