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Is Jailbreaking Worth It?

Recently I have been getting the same question again and again; is it worth jail breaking? Some people ask this question and they do not even know what jail breaking is. So before I answer this question I would like to tell you what jail breaking is. 

Jail breaking is the process by which you remove the limitations apple has set on its software. This allows users to has access to edit the software and add perks to the device. On jail broken device you are able to change the way apps and icons display, use features from other devices and much more. Jail breaking also lets you download and do things that apple would not want you to do. On an apple device you only have two security options, number code or word code, however on a jailbroken device you can have an android lock, and much more. This also lets you download apps that are not approved by apple. 

Now let's get to the actual question – is jail breaking worth it? I would have to say it depends. For an average user jail breaking is a waste of time. Most people do not care that the Siri icon is purple or that you are limited to one lock type. However some may like that you can receive a tethering plan without paying, or that you can use you device with multiple carriers such as T-Mobile. Besides for the user there are other variables in the jail breaking dilemma. If the jail break for you current software is tethered (requires to re-jailbreak ever boot-up) I will tell you strait up that you should not jailbreak. However is your jailbreak is un-tethered (only requires one jail break) then it is up to the type of user. I personally jail broke, and now I am back to the normal iOS. I switched because the good things of jailbroken life are not free and very expensive. Overall jail breaking can be useful for the right person.

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