Guide - The Best for iPhone on Cydia

Best of Cydia: A serving of applications and widgets are essential for any iPhone with Jailbreak

In this article we will try to analyze the various applications and widgets that are in Cydia for iPhone and we find most interesting, all divided by categories, with screenshots and videos of each application. All applications analyzed are 100% compatible with IOS 5.1.1 and for the most part free and, as you know, many available in Cydia paid apps.

If you've reached the world of Jailbreak and do not know where to start this is your article!

We begin with a special selection for those who just arrived to Jailbreak and are tempted to install everything in Cydia. If you install many applications and widgets end up clogging our iPhone, so you better start with what is really essential.

Starter Pack in Cydia Tweaks for iPad (Apps essential)

SBSettings

The first tweak that many install after making the jailbreak. With SBSettings always have different screen switches to turn the main system functions, such as WiFi, 3G data, GPS or Bluetooth. In addition we can also control the brightness level, hide application icons and even change the name of the operator. SBSettings is FREE and it has six themes to choose from and many others available for download from Cydia .

Activator

This feature is automatically installed when you install Cydia. With this feature you can associate a gesture of action available. Activator has virtually all the possible actions that exist in IOS, such as double-clicking the Home button or some more advanced actions. Tweaks good if we learn to use we can save much time in the daily use of our device.

Remove Background Vs KillBackground

These two perform the same operation Tweaks, close all applications that have opened in the bar multitasking. Many users still think that pressing the Home button closes the application when this is not correct. Home Pressing twice will see all the applications you have running in the background and therefore are consuming system resources. If we have a lot can be somewhat annoying to have to start closing one by one.

To do these two have in Cydia Tweaks with which we close all applications with a simple gesture. Just execute Activator (seen above) and associate a sign with either of these tweaks. Both allow the choice of exemptions to avoid accidentally close some applications.

Both applications are FREE and can be found on the BigBoss repository. The only difference we could say that is the integration, since, as you can see from the pictures, can be activated from KillBackground Activator and is integrated in System Settings.

SwipeSelection

One very new but has been widely accepted in the Jailbreak community and should be in our devices if or if. With SwipeSelection can select text with just a movement for the keyboard as if it were a cursor.

It is found FREE on the BigBoss repository. Tweak that will save a lot of time if we write a lot with the iPhone and that it becomes absolutely necessary. However, a feature we all expect to be implemented officially in IOS 6.

I leave you a video where you can see the operation of SwipeSelection:

iKeywi HD for iPad

If for some reason you do not like SwipeSelection here's a good alternative. With HD for iPad iKeywi we added to the virtual keyboard cursor arrows and a new line at the top where we have the keys or special characters by pressing the Shift key.

It was verified that the compatibility of SwipeSelection and iKeywi in IOS 5.1.1, so we can install both if you so desire. This application we have in the BigBoss repository at a price of $ 2.99.

We leave you a video of the app in action. In the video we see the first blank line, but in reality the numbers should appear, this is a bug that rarely happens:

RetinaPad

Tweak essential for owners of an iPhone first and second generation. Although fewer, there are still some applications that have not been adapted to the screen size for viewing iPad and all we can do is to use the 2X, thus worsening the resolution. RetinaPad increases the resolution of these applications making use of them is much more pleasing to the eye. The functionality that we can use RetinaPad gives us the first launch the application or set it in advance by a list that indicated that applications will use.

For holders of a third generation iPhone is not recommended installing this Tweak, because all you bring is directly open applications previously configured with the zoom instead of 1X.

RetinaPad can be found in the BigBoss repository at a price of $ 2.99. Cydia offers alternatives, but unfortunately most are not compatible with iPhone OS 5.1.1. If you have any suggestions do not hesitate to comment.

iFile

This is the ultimate file browser. iFile allows full access to all files on our iPhone .

Among the many features found iFile preview various file extensions, decompressor, copy-paste-rename and move files, installing applications through the browser itself, file sharing via Bluetooth and even our account management with Dropbox seamless integration.

As you can see, iFile is one of the most powerful tools we can find in Cydia. I can get on the BigBoss repository. In its free iFile will have limited functions. If you want to enjoy the full potential of this app will have to buy a license for $ 4, I assure investment worthwhile.

3G Unrestrictor 5

As its name suggests, 3G Unrestrictor 5 allows us to unlock some features that Apple has restricted for use only with wireless networks and to use the 3G network, such as FaceTime.

Some may not consider this Tweak needed because there are some guidelines for the network to unlock this restriction without having to install anything, but 3G Unrestrictor 5 adds some extra features like the ability to watch HD videos from Youtube, download large applications from the App Store, back up to icloud or watch streaming content.

3G Unrestrictor 5 we have available in the repository of Big Boss at a price of $ 3.99. Beware the use of the Tweak, some of the functions mentioned can "suck" our share of data in the blink of an eye!

Tweaks in Cydia to download and File Management

Airblue Sharing

An indispensable application for those who need to share files via Bluetooth with any device, whether mobile or a computer with any operating system.

Very easy to use, when will the application sets a sort of file browser that displays the entire contents of our device. Only have to select the file you want to send and you're done.

Airblue Sharing can be found in the BigBoss repository at a price of $ 4.99.

ProTube HD

HD ProTube created to complete the correct application of serial Youtube carrying our IOS devices. It is a standalone application and not an addition to the official application.

Features of this wonderful application we can find features like the ability to choose the video resolution, download the audio track of video as mp3 and even the ability to share video via Twitter, email or IMessage.

ProTube HD can be found on the BigBoss repository at a price of $ 1.49. An alternative could be YourTube HD, but also to cost $ 5 is not compatible with iPhone OS 5.1.1.

AnyAttach

If you want to send an email with attachments without any limitation on the type and number of files, you need AnyAttach. With this app you can send any file that is stored on your IOS device as a separate file or creating an archive if you want to send several at a time.

The interface for selecting the file is very well designed and offers good integration with the photo folder and even Dropbox.

You can find AnyAttach in the BigBoss repository at a price of $ 2.99.

SendAny & ReceiveAny

SendAny and ReceiveAny are two tweaks that improve the system of sending and receiving files through IMessage. Natively the messaging system from Apple only supports the sending and receiving photos and video files. With these two tweaks this function extends to files of any format.

With ReceiveAny SendAny and we can exchange all types of files using IMessage even with a Mac you have installed the beta version of it. Another feature that we emphasize is the ability to select multiple files at once and send them as a single tablet in. Zip.

Another application with a very simple operation that you see in the video below. ReceiveAny can get for free, while SendAny will cost $ 2.99. Both of you can find on the BigBoss repository.

Safari Safari Download & Upload Enabler Enabler

As we know Apple has limited the upload and download content via Safari. With these two tweaks we can overcome these limits and manage our downloads like using iFile.

With Safari Download Safari Enabler and Enabler Upload can upload and download any file type. The charging interface is very simple and visual including a direct connection with the roll of film. As for downloading, the interface is very similar to iFile or any other file browser.

You can find both apps in the repository of BigBoss. Safari Download Enabler is free, while the Safari Enabler Upload a cost of $ 2.99.

You can see an example of setting and how they work in the following video:

PwnTunes

PwnTunes is an application that allows us to synchronize our music quickly and easily without having to use iTunes always tedious. With a simple copy and paste we can move these songs to the iPhone.

PwnTunes you have it available on the BigBoss repository at a price of $ 6.99, slightly higher than the average of the applications we have in Cydia.

Tweaks in Cydia that allows us to customize our iPad

As we all know, Apple has very limited customization of our equipment, such as the number of icons in a folder, number of icons in the dock, and so on. In this section we will see some tweaks to customize our IOS devices focusing on the dock and the Springboard.

Springtomize 2

Considered by many the best SpringBoard Tweak to modify the iDevices. With Springtomize 2 we can customize the layout of icons, buttons and animations of our devices.

Springtomize 2 you can find it on the BigBoss repository at a price of $ 2.99.

Quasar

In my last article I spoke iOS multitasking system. Well, if ye be of those who do not like the current system to handle multitasking, Quasar is your application. With this Tweak can manage application windows that are in the background of a more colorful as if it were a desktop system.

With Quasar see applications running on windows can change the size of it, guide or extend it to full screen, even move within the application without having to enlarge. It also supports multitasking IOS own and with the use of other tweaks as App Switcher.

Quasar is available on the BigBoss repository at a price of $ 9.99. You can see it in action in the following video:

Overboard

With Overboard we can do with a single click all our SpringBoard icons to get to an application as quickly as possible.

A simple but effective Tweak you can find on the BigBoss repository at a price of $ 1.99.

FolderEnhancer

This application allows creating subfolders within folders. It also removes the limit on applications folder and adds the ability to change the background of each folder.

FolderEnhancer you have it available on the BigBoss repository at a price of $ 2.49. If you want to see a video in action here:

Gridlock

Gridlock allows us to freely position the icons on the SpringBoard without necessarily having to respect the classic design and the spacing between icons as you can see in the picture.

I have it available on the BigBoss repository at a price of $ 1.99.

Infiniboard and Infinidock

Two applications dedicated to improving our Springboard and our Dock. Infiniboard eliminates the limit of 20 per page applications having the serial IPAD, allowing move vertically through the screen. While Infinidock to add scrolling and insert as many applications as you want in the dock.

Both of you have them available on the BigBoss repository at a price of $ 0.99 to $ 1.99 for Infiniboard and Infinidock.

Belfry

Belfry added to our iPhone applications Compass, Calculator, and Voice Memo. Not too optimized, so can not say that is an essential application, but if it's worth it to be aware of if you want to have these applications on your iPhone.

The have it available on the BigBoss repository for free.

Widgets for iPhone on Cydia

Since the introduction of the notification center in IOS 5 have appeared in Cydia amount of Widgets to add to it. He has also appeared X Dashboard application, which allows the widgets on the home screen.

X Dashboard

As mentioned, X Dashboard is an application to have all the widgets you want on the home screen. To position the widgets will need to clear the display of icons, so it is almost essential to use Gridlock, application described above.

X Dashboard you have it available in the repository ModMyi priced at $ 1.99. You can see it in action in this video:

HomeSpringPage

If instaláis X Dashboard, you can create with HomeSpringPage a page full of widgets on the Home Screen.

You can find it free on the BigBoss repository.

Clock widget

As its name suggests, will a clock Clock widget on our home-style Android.

Clock widget you can download from the repository ModMyi and is free. Obviously you need to install the Dashboard X.

Dashtweet

This widget can send a tweet from anywhere on the screen, using the Twitter authentication built into the system.

Dashtweet X Dashboard requires the installation and you can find on the BigBoss repository for free.

Omnistat for NotificationCenter

Widget that displays lots of information about our device in the home screen. Among the information displayed can see the name, type of terminal space, network, IP address, information about the battery, running processes and some more.

Omnistat NotificationCenter is available for free on the BigBoss repository and, like its predecessors, it is necessary to install Dashboard X.

NCSettings

Widget that adds to our screen or the notification center some useful functions, such as activation of wifi, bluetooth, etc., in the style of SBSettings, seen in this article.

You can find it in the repository ModMyi and is free. If you wish to use the Home Screen you must have installed X Dashboard

IntelliscreenX

IntelliscreenX adds a lot of functions to the lock screen or our iPhone Lock Screen.

Some of the features include: ability to hide widgets, notifications tab add Twitter and Facebook, mark emails as read and unread, hide some notifications received and many more features.

IntelliscreenX have it available in the repository ModMyi at a price somewhat higher, $ 9.99. Due to its "high" price the developer offers a trial period of 3 days after which you must pay the amount if you want to continue using it.

This section will discuss the applications dedicated to changing the visual appearance of our system.

It should be eye with the use of these tweaks, as some might to impair the performance of our device, especially if old, so we perform tests to find the optimal balance between performance and style.

At the moment we leave out of this section to the next generation iPhone ( new iPhone or iPad 3), and that having the Retina Display screen time these applications are not compatible.

IPad tweaks that modify the appearance of the Springboard

WinterBoard

This application allows you to completely change the look of your device. It has several default themes and also have the ability to download many more via Cydia, and it is one of the most popular applications in the Jailbreak community.

WinterBoard is available in the repository Telesphoreo and is free.

DreamBoard

Easy to use and powerful, a great alternative to WinterBoard. Topics lightweight but very full. DreamBoard offers a wide selection of themes that customize both the Home Screen as the lockscreen.

The "but" this application is that many of the themes available in Cydia for use with DreamBoard charges. The application itself is free and you can find in the repository ModMyi.

Barrel

Barrel to customize our Springboard with showy effects of our icons. Consumption is quite light and few resources.

The have it available on the BigBoss repository at a price of 2.99 euros. In the following video you can see the peculiar effect that gets Barrel:

ColoredKnob

With ColoredKnob can change the color of the slider used to unlock the device. You can also configure it to ever appear in a different color. Not a Tweak spectacular, but the developer assures that consumes virtually no resources, so you can serve to give a "touch of color" to your device IOS.

ColoredKnob is free and can be found on the BigBoss repository.

And so far the best tweaks in Cydia for iPhone. We hope you have enjoyed this article and that skeptics do the Jailbreak can see that this is not just for hacking applications and that it can implement interesting features in our IOS devices.

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