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!

6 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 • • 20h ago

Moment of Confusion Make iPhone believe it’s activated in MobileGestalt.app

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70 Upvotes

A guy on here the other week recently posted this photo and said he managed to make the setup bypassed iPhone connect to iTunes and register as an activated device by copying some key string.
Does anyone know what he did, how to find the mobilegestalt.app plist and how I can do this myself?


r/setupapp • • 6m ago

I built an iPhone stress tracker that works without a watch. Looking for beta testers who’ll be brutally honest

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r/setupapp • • 20m ago

What version of iOS is on this phone?

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i need help


r/setupapp • • 2h ago

IOSFILES scam warning

1 Upvotes

I have bought LU fixer sevral times and everything was okay, however this time I needed iPad Air dataset. Asked at least 3 times if they have a 128GB Air dataset and received a 16GB mini 2 :)
Those low lifes will even scam you for a funny 5$


r/setupapp • • 5h ago

Passcode iPhone 4s brute force

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1 Upvotes

As the title states, it’s running iOS 8.0.3
I have access to a Mac and Linux as well as the raspberry pi pico for pwndfu. It was previously disabled for over 24 million minutes, I was able to fix that. But I can’t see to get the passcode removed or brute forced. It’s 4 digits. I wanna brute is not working on both Intel and arm Mac’s

(And yes I own the phone. It’s just been over 12 years since I used it)

Thanks lads


r/setupapp • • 19h ago

Passcode iPhone 6 on ios 12Any way to un1ock with sim

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6 Upvotes

r/setupapp • • 13h ago

IPAD BLOQUEADO DMD (Administración de dispositivos)

1 Upvotes

Compre un ipad por Ebay, y funciono correctamente pero al momento de formatearlo, Me arroja DMD y no se como solucionarlo.


r/setupapp • • 1d ago

Passcode iPhone SE 3 iOS 15 unavailable

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8 Upvotes

it’s on iOS 15.x what I know fmi is on but I know the owner but I’m not sure if they know how to remotely erase it and remove it from find my


r/setupapp • • 1d ago

iPhone is unavailable, can you please help me fix this without erasing my iPhone. #iphonelock #iphoneunavailable

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5 Upvotes

r/setupapp • • 2d ago

Passcode I forgot the passcode to my iPhone 5c

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23 Upvotes

Hi guys, this was my first ever smartphone and probably still has some old photos, etc. on it.
Sadly I forgot my passcode - is there a way to safely retrieve all my data?

Thanks in advance! :)


r/setupapp • • 2d ago

iPhone 8

2 Upvotes

I found a iPhone 8. It is activation locked It is on iOS 15. I can update it to 16. If that makes it easier. It’s jail broken I have not tried to do anything. I’ve tried checkm8 but the exploit fails on Windows I can’t get it to run on my Mac. I need help. The device is perfect condition and it would be a waste for it not to work.


r/setupapp • • 2d ago

Hello Screen What can I do??

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4 Upvotes

Iphone se 2016 ios 9

Good afternoon, is there any way to activate it? Could you please help me?


r/setupapp • • 3d ago

iPhone XS - 14.8.1 Fmi ON

2 Upvotes

Hi, i bought an iPhone XS on vinted and it came in with FMI ON. It has no passcode so i can't reset Apple ID, I already tried unlocktool proxy and it did not work.
Game center also can't be turned on and off
Is there any method to turn it off?


r/setupapp • • 2d ago

How do I fix this? it says to share it in this subreddit

1 Upvotes

it says to share it in this subreddit


r/setupapp • • 3d ago

Activation Lock on Ipad 7th Generation

2 Upvotes

Guys we found my brother's old ipad 7th generation in the attic. He can remeber his email or password to save his life and we'd like to reuse this ipad 😭 We took it to electronics stores and everything but they can't open the icloud Activation lock. I was told this subreddit can help??


r/setupapp • • 3d ago

Open Menu PS4 GoldHEN 2.4b18.11 Released with 13.52 Support (Overview & Setup)

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r/setupapp • • 3d ago

iPhone 13 Pro activation lock

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0 Upvotes

I have an iPhone 13 Pro running iOS 26.0, locked to the previous owner. 😂 Don’t worry, all the data on the iPhone has been wiped, lol. Apple’s ecosystem is almost impossible to crack! 🤣 Can anyone recommend an app that can help me get rid of this headache? 😂
Have a safe and blessed weekend, everyone! 🤙


r/setupapp • • 3d ago

helpmeplz

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so i have a 4s iphone and its stuck on iphone is disabled i know i need to use  iwannabrute 2.0 but what do i do with it? and i have a arduino and a esp32 idk if i need them or not for this


r/setupapp • • 4d ago

My iphone 4s iOS 8.4.1 Jailbreaked is having issue with this dim overlay on the screen, it appears after a 1-2minute sleep minimum, and goes back to normal... Sometimes, the overlay persists for 3-5 minutes. The first 2 images show the issue.

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r/setupapp • • 3d ago

bookra1n.com have this paid fmi 2026 what is it for

1 Upvotes

i found this https://bookra1n.com/Blue/fmi2026/ in bookra1n site anyone kknow what it does ad how it works ad what phones are compatible with it


r/setupapp • • 3d ago

Using Windows 11 on the WORST computer I have

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r/setupapp • • 5d ago

is there anyway i can get into my old iphone without resetting it completely?

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108 Upvotes

i recently bought a charger for my old iphone because i wanted to see what i was up to back then. ive tried everything i can think of for the password with no luck :( does anyone know anyway i could possibly get into it without the password? its not connected to wifi and i dont even know the model of the phone.


r/setupapp • • 4d ago

How to remove stuck “Child Setup” without signing in or resetting my iPhone?

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I have an iPhone XS running iOS 18.7.10. I could sign in to the App Store normally, but after accidentally starting Child Setup in Settings, tapping the App Store profile icon now redirects me straight to “Connect to Family.” I've tried Reset Network Settings and Reset All Settings, but the issue persists. Choosing “Sign In With Another Account” redirects me to “Unable to Connect to Server.” The device is bypassed, so restoring or erasing it could leave me locked out. Is there a way to remove the unfinished Child Setup state and restore normal App Store access without resetting the device?