Jailbreak iOS 5.0/5.0.1 [Semi-untethered]

[Velocity]

Hi guys.

This guide is very simple. Credits to Gamal Sabry

Firstly, what is Semi-tethered?
Semi-tethered jailbreak allows you reboot your device without connecting it with computer. So it is pretty much untethered jailbreak, but the main issue is that 99% of jailbreak apps and tweaks won't work at all. Semi-tethered jailbreak is only a protection for you if your device reboots while you were away from your computer, but you will be able to use the most important functions of you iPhone until you get home and connect it with Redsn0w.

Supported devices :
iPhone 4 (semi untethered)
iPhone 3GS new bootrom (semi untethered)
iPhone 3GS old bootrom (untethered)
iPod touch 4G (semi untethered)
iPod touch 3G (semi untethered)
iPad 1 (semi untethered)

Now, the guide:

Step 1: Download iTunes 10.5 and iOS 5.0.1 Final Version.

Step 2: Download Redsn0w 0.9.9b8 for Windows or Mac OS X .

Step 3: Open Redsn0w and select “Extras” then “Select IPSW” and browse for the iOS 5.0 IPSW file.

Step 4: Now click on “Jailbreak” then “Install Cydia”. You’ll need to follow the on-screen instructions to get your device into DFU mode.

Step 5: Once jailbroken, your device will be rebooted.

Step 7: Now open Redsn0w again and hit “Extras” then “Just Boot”.

Step 8: Follow the guide below to get the semi untethered jailbreak.

Semi-Tether guide

Step 1: Open Cydia > Manage > Sources.

Step 2: Tap on Edit > Add and insert the following repository
semitethered jailbreak | iPhone News, Apps, BigBoss, Guides & Jailbreaking

Step 3: Search for SemiTether and install it then reboot your device.

Step 4: Now you have protected your device and you will never stuck on Apple logo again

[rtdt44]

wow a semi tether for 5.0.1? cool. Nice thread.