Quick Guide
- You can jailbreak any Apple TV model using the jailbreaking software.
- For Apple TV 4K models, you can use the Checkra1n tool to jailbreak the device.
- For Apple TV 3rd Gen and 2nd Gen models, you can use the Blackb0x and FireCore SeasonPass tools, respectively.
In the Apple TV 4K models, the availability of apps and games in the App Store is limited. In the Apple TV 3rd Gen or lower models, you can’t even install additional apps. To break this software barrier, you need to jailbreak the Apple TV. For jailbreaking purposes, you need to use the specific jailbreaking tool on your Mac.
In this guide, you will learn how to jailbreak different models of Apple TV using jailbreaking tools.
Disclaimer: Jailbreaking an Apple TV device is against Apple’s terms of service, and it will void your warranty. Hence, think twice before jailbreaking your Apple TV device.
How to Jailbreak Apple TV 4th Generation and 4K
To jailbreak the latest versions of Apple TV (4K & above models), you can use the Checkra1n tool. This jailbreaking tool will work only on the latest Apple TV with the latest software. Update your Apple TV to its latest firmware and follow the below steps.
1. Download the Checkra1n jailbreak file on your Mac PC.
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2. Connect your Apple TV to the Mac PC with the USB cable.
3. Launch the Checkra1n app on your Mac and wait until it detects the Apple TV device.
4. When the Apple TV is detected, you’ll get the welcome screen. Click the Verbose Boot checkbox and click the Start button.
5. Now, the jailbreaking process will start. After 15-20 minutes, the process will be completed.
6. Disconnect the Apple TV from your Mac and connect it to your TV.
7. Turn on the TV and switch to the Apple TV input. You will get the jailbreak version of your Apple TV.
5. Enter your Apple ID and password for third-party sources.
How to Jailbreak Apple TV 3rd Generation
For Apple TV 3rd gen, you can use the Blackb0x tool to jailbreak it.
1. Download the Blackb0x application on your Mac from the GitHub page. Then, install the application.
2. Connect your Apple TV to your Mac using the micro-USB port. Don’t use the HDMI port, as the jailbreaking software won’t detect the Apple TV.
3. Then, open the Blackb0x app on your Mac.
4. Once the Apple TV is detected, click the Install Jailbreak button.
5. Then, follow the on-screen instructions to enter the DFU (Device Firmware Upgrade) mode.
6. Now, the Blackb0x will initiate the jailbreaking process on your Apple TV. Wait for at least 10 minutes.
7. Once the process is completed, disconnect the Apple TV from your Mac and connect it to the TV.
8. Turn on your TV and switch to the Apple TV input. You will get the Kodi screen.
How to Jailbreak Apple TV 2nd Generation
The Apple TV 2nd Generation is very easy to Jailbreak using Firecore SeasOnPass.
1. First of all, Download and install Firecore SeasOnPass on your Windows or Mac.
2. Connect your Apple TV to the Windows/Mac PC using a USB Micro cable.
3. Launch the SeasOnPass app and select Create IPSW.
4. You’ll be prompted to press the Menu and Play/Pause buttons on the Apple TV remote.
5. After pressing those buttons, your jailbreaking will be completed.
6. Click Done when the jailbreaking process is complete.
7. Remove your Apple TV from the Windows/Mac PC and connect it to your TV using an HDMI cable.
8. While Apple TV boots up, you can see the FireCore logo on the screen.
9. That’s it. Your Apple TV 2nd Generation is now running on jailbroken software, and you can install third-party apps like Kodi on Apple TV.
Benefits of Jailbreaking Apple TV
Here are some of the reasons that motivate users to jailbreak their Apple TV:
- To access the applications and features that Apple doesn’t support.
- To play the media formats that Apple doesn’t support.
- To install the Web browser on Apple TV.
- Customize the user interface of Apple TV by adding themes, launchers, widgets, etc.
Disadvantages of Jailbreaking Apple TV
The reasons below are listed why you should not jailbreak the device.
- By jailbreaking, your Apple TV will become prone to many threats like malware, spyware, or adware.
- There is a possibility that your device might not work after jailbreaking.
- Some third-party apps sideloaded on Apple TV can track or monitor the users’ data.
FAQ
No, you can’t jailbreak Apple TVs without a PC. Without using jailbreaking software, you can’t make any changes on your Apple TV.
No, you can’t sideload apps or DMG files on your Apple TV 4K.
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