The capability to circumvent restrictions imposed by the operating system on Apple’s mobile devices, without monetary cost, enables users to gain elevated control. This process facilitates the installation of software not authorized by the manufacturer, thereby expanding the device’s functionality beyond its intended limitations.
This form of modification offers the potential for increased customization, access to alternative applications, and the ability to modify system settings. Historically, its pursuit stemmed from a desire for greater user autonomy and a rejection of the walled-garden approach to mobile device management. It allows for utilization of features or capabilities blocked by the original device manufacturer.