Jailbreak iOS 5 GM With RedSn0w 0.9.9b2 [Guide]

As we have just reported iOS 5 Golden Master has been seeded to developers but you can download it from HERE. If you are worried about the jailbreak, Don’t be. MuscleNerd has just confirmed that Redsn0w 0.9.9b2 can jailbreak iOS 5 GM. Here is the Guide. [Via]

iOS 5 GM – Jailbreak Supported Devices:

• iPod touch 3G
• iPod touch 4G
• iPad 1
• iPhone3GS
• iPhone4 (GSM)
• iPhone4 (CDMA)

First we will need:

• Redsn0w 0.9.9b2 for Windows / Mac
• iOS 5.0 GM for iPhone, iPod, iPad – Download from HERE
• iOS 5.0 beta 7 for iPhone,iPod, iPad  – Download from HERE
• iTunes 10.5 beta 9 – Download from HERE

How To Jailbreak iOS 5 GM with Redsn0w 0.9.9b2:

Step 1: Restore to iOS 5.0 GM
Step 2: Start Redsn0w, press on “Extras> Select IPSW” and point it to iOS 5.0 beta 7 firmware ipsw file.

Step 3: Now select “Install Cydia” and click “Next”. Optionally (if available), you can also select any other option you like.



Step 4: Now make sure your device is both OFF and PLUGGED IN to the computer before you click “Next”.

At this stage you will be presented with a screen where you will be guided on how to enter DFU mode. Quickly hold “Power” button and then while holding the “Power” button, you will now have to hold “Home” button too. Now after few seconds release “Power” button but keep holding “Home” button until installation begins.
Step 5: Wait until you get iOS 5.0 beta GM jailbroken in few minutes. Congratulations.
Enjoy your jailbroken iOS 5 GM

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