n1ghtshade ☆

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Description:
Permits the downgrade/jailbreak of 32-bit iOS devices

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 1.0@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Developer tools

Tags: jailbreak ios downgrade checkm8 legacy iphone

Install: brew install --cask n1ghtshade

About:
n1ghtshade is a specialized tool designed to facilitate the downgrade and jailbreak processes for legacy 32-bit iOS devices. It provides a graphical interface to execute checkm8-based exploits, enabling users to install custom firmware and restore functionality to unsupported iOS versions. This tool is essential for preserving and repurposing older Apple hardware that is no longer supported by modern software.

Key Features:

Graphical user interface for the checkm8 bootrom exploit
Support for downgrading 32-bit iOS devices to older, unsigned versions
Ability to install and boot custom firmware images
Simplified jailbreak process for A5-A11 devices

Use Cases:

Downgrading an iPhone 5s or iPad Air to an older iOS version for better performance or compatibility
Jailbreaking legacy 32-bit devices to run unsigned code and homebrew applications
Rescuing devices stuck in a boot loop by flashing a custom firmware

Alternatives:

checkra1n – checkra1n is a more general-purpose jailbreak tool, while n1ghtshade is specifically focused on downgrading and custom firmware support via a GUI.
futurerestore – futurerestore is a command-line tool for restoring to specific iOS versions, often requiring a jailbreak; n1ghtshade integrates the exploit and flashing process.

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