However, it is for iOS 15+ or A12+ devices. If you have a newer device or OS, look into alternative jailbreaks (e.g., Dopamine, palera1n for iOS 15/16 on A9–A11 only).
While the checkm8 exploit targets A5 through A11, the developers began laying the groundwork for newer chips. Version 0.12.4 included options to test experimental support for A12 and newer devices, though this was often unstable and recommended only for developers. For the average user, the "Golden Rule" remained: A11 is the hard limit for a stable checkra1n experience.
This version primarily focuses on and bug fixes . Key changes: checkra1n 0.12.4 beta
| iOS Version | Support Status | |-------------|----------------| | 12.0 – 14.8.1 | ✅ Fully supported | | 15.0 – 15.8.x | ❌ Not supported | | 16.x – 17.x | ❌ Not supported |
is a significant update for the jailbreaking community, primarily designed as a hotfix to improve stability for specific iPad models and expand compatibility for modern hardware. Built on the "checkm8" bootrom exploit, this semi-tethered jailbreak remains one of the most reliable tools for devices featuring A7 through A11 chips. Key Features and Improvements However, it is for iOS 15+ or A12+ devices
Checkra1n 0.12.4 beta is compatible with devices using A7 to A11 processors: : iPhone 5s through iPhone X.
The checkm8 exploit works on devices with the following processors: Version 0
The official changelog for checkra1n 0.12.4 beta is relatively short but meaningful: