It’s a reminder that jailbreaking is not just about freedom from Apple’s restrictions—it’s about freezing a moment in time. And sometimes, to unfreeze that moment, you need a version of iTunes older than most modern Chromebooks.
Paste the file directly into the exact same folder where your p0sixspwn.exe executable is located.
Use a USB 2.0 Port: Older jailbreak tools often struggle with USB 3.0 (blue) ports. Plug your device into a USB 2.0 port if available.
When you run p0sixspwn on a modern system with iTunes 12 or higher, the underlying driver version is too new. The jailbreak tool sends a command expecting a specific response structure from iTunes 10.5’s driver—but the newer driver returns data in a different format or rejects certain legacy calls. p0sixspwn requires itunes 105 or above
In the world of iOS jailbreaking, error messages are often cryptic. They speak of "exploit failed" or "device not supported." But for users of the infamous —the tool that liberated iOS 6.1.3 through 6.1.6—the most stubborn roadblock was startlingly specific: “p0sixspwn requires iTunes 10.5 or above.”
Even if you have the latest version of iTunes installed on Windows or macOS, this error can still pop up, halting your jailbreak process. Why does this happen? How do you fix it? And what exactly is p0sixspwn looking for?
to prevent Windows from automatically updating the drivers during the setup. Running p0sixspwn on Windows 10/11 It’s a reminder that jailbreaking is not just
For those new to the scene, p0sixspwn is an for devices running iOS versions 6.1.3, 6.1.4, 6.1.5, and 6.1.6. "Untethered" means the jailbreak persists after a reboot without needing to reconnect to a computer. This popular tool was created by renowned developers iH8sn0w, winocm, and SquiffyPwn. It works on a wide range of devices, including the iPhone 4, 4S, and 5; the iPad 2, 3, and 4; and the iPod touch 4th and 5th generations.
What (e.g., iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPod Touch 4G) are you trying to jailbreak? Which iOS version is currently installed on that device? Share public link
Install iTunes 11.1.5, connect your device, and then launch p0sixspwn as an Administrator. How to Fix the Error on macOS Use a USB 2
Set up a virtual machine running Windows 7 (32-bit) or an older version of OS X using VirtualBox or VMware. Pass the USB connection of your iOS device through to the virtual machine. Alternatives to p0sixspwn
Run the installer to add the legacy iTunesMobileDevice.dll to your system. Restart your computer. Right-click p0sixspwn.exe and select . Method 2: Downgrade to iTunes 11.1.5