Tweak Best Cydia Tweaks for iOS 8

PumpDecor · September 9, 2015

Here is some Cydia Tweaks for you.

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2. Asos

Asos is a tweak that specializes in privacy as it adds passcode and Touch ID protection to specific apps. So if you want to protect private apps from other people then you can activate this tweak for them. Once you have done that no one without the password or your fingerprints will be able to access those applications. Asos costs $0.99 in Cydia.

3. AnyDrop 3

AnyDrop 3 tweak makes iOS’s AirDrop feature what it should have been. It allows users to share files with other users via Bluetooth. The best thing about it is you can share file system files with other people using this tweak as it features a built-in file explorer with root level access. It is available in Cydia for $2.49.

4. Browser Changer

The name of this tweak is pretty self explanatory. It allows users to set a third-party web browser such as Chrome as their default browser. This means all the outside links will automatically launch your specified browser instead of opening Safari. It is available for free.

5. Badgomizer

As someone who always has loads of pending notifications I can say badges are among the most notable aspects of my device’s homescreen. While you can’t get rid of them altogether, why not make them suit your taste with Badgomizer. This tweak allows users to customize the icon badges in iOS 8 letting them change color, shape, position, size and more. You can get it from Cydia for $1.49.

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6. Camrix

Camrix lets you take photos from anywhere without even launching the Camera application. Unlike other tweaks of its kind it even shows you the preview in an overlay on the screen. You can assign any Activator gesture or action to this tweak. It is available for $1.99.

7. CameraTweak 3 (iOS 8)

CameraTweak 3 (iOS 8) is a must have for people who care about the photos and videos they take with the iPhone. It offers features like ability to change resolution of photos, separate focal point from exposure, ISO settings, shutter speed and more. It costs $1.49.

8. CameraModes

CameraModes is yet another Camera related tweak that makes user’s life better. It allows you to hide Camera modes that you don’t use, which makes switching between modes much easier. You can get it for free.

9. Confero

Confero manages all your pending notifications by putting them in a folder accessible through the status bar. You can dismiss them right from the folder, launch the app they belong to and add Touch ID protection to it. Confero costs $1.50.

10. CCSettings

CCSettings is a classic that every jailbreaker should have installed on their device. It enables users to add, remove and rearrange Setting toggles in Control Center. You can get it for free.

11. ConvoPics

ConvoPics brings iPhone 6 Plus’s feature of showing profile pictures in Messages app’s conversation list page to smaller models, showing how ridiculous Apple is to not include it in all devices. You can get it from Cydia for free.

12. Centrum (iPad)

Centrum brings iPad closer to the Mac by replacing the usual notification center with the one that is inspired with OS X’s notification center. With Centrum you get the NC on the side and can access it by swiping from right side of the screen. While the overall look is same as that of iOS the tweak does have a very noticeable affect on the notification center’s overall look. It costs $0.99.

12. Carpe Diem

Carpe Diem is a cleverly designed tweak that allows users to put any notification center widget to the Reachability’s blank area. After installing it all you have to do is go to the tweak’s Settings page and select the widget that you want to show in Reachability mode. You can choose widgets from both stock and third-party apps. Carpe Diem is available in Cydia for $0.99. Reach Weather is another interesting tweak that you can try.

13. CallBar

CallBar is a tweak that brings the Phone app to all parts of iOS complete with features like accessing the contacts list, initiating a call, accessing call log, dialer, voicemail and more. You can perform all these functions right from the CallBar without even launching the Phone app. This hack great for multitasking while you are on a call. You can download it from Cydia for $3.99.

14. CacheClearer

CacheClearer lets you temporarily gain storage space that is used by apps to store their data temporarily. With CacheClearer you can not only gain disk space but also reset apps to their original state. CacheClearer is available in Ryan Petrich’s repo (http://rpetri.ch/repo) for free.

15. Cobalia

iOS 8 features a bar in the App Switcher that displays recent and favorite contacts. While this bar is useful to some users other find it unnecessary. You can use this space for something that suits you more with the help of Cobalia, which lets you add toggles to this space. Learn more about Cobalia here. Its available for free.

16. DoubleCut

DoubleCut allows you to enter your email address by double tapping the ‘@’ button, saving you time and effort since you don’t have to write the whole thing. You can write your email address in DoubleCut’s preferences and insert it anywhere you like in just two taps. DoubleCut is available for free.

17. DetailedBatteryUsage

iOS 8 has a hidden battery usage page that contains details that are out of reach for normal users. DetailedBatteryUsage unlocks and shows details like usage graph, battery drain, active and background usage and more. You can get it from Cydia for free.

18. Eclipse 2

Eclipse 2 adds the missing dark mode to iOS making it possible for users to have a completely different look on their devices. Eclipse not only affects the stock apps and different aspects of iOS but it also adds a dark mode to third-party applications. Apart from black you also get to choose background colors and more. Eclipse 2 costs $0.99.

19. EqualizerEverywhere

Unlike iTunes, iOS does not feature a built-in equalizer. For those of you who really care about the sound the EqualizerEverywhere adds this feature to jailbroken devices. The Equalizer is added to the control center, which means it is accessible from all parts of the operating system. You can get it for $3.00 from Cydia.

20. FailSafe

FailSafe is a security tweak that automatically enables system settings like WiFi, Location Services and cellular data when someone tries to unlock your device by entering a wrong passcode. This tweak is helpful if you lose your device with these settings off and want to locate it using Find My iPhone. It is available for free in http://evanpetousis.me/repo/repo.

21. F.lux

F.lux is a must have for people who like to read or browse the web on their iPhone or iPad at night time. It automatically warms up the screen colors at night. This not only makes it convenient to use the device but is also good for the eyes. F.lux is available in Cydia for free.

22. GuestMode

GuestMode lets you share your device with other people while keeping your private data and apps secure. You can invoke guest mode with an Activator gesture or by typing a specific passcode. Once GuestMode is activated other users will be able to use the device normally, without getting access to parts of iOS that you have locked. It is a great tweak and a must have for those who share their device with friends often. GuestMode costs $0.99.

23. HideMe8

HideMe8 (iOS 8) lets users hide different elements from Control Center, lockscreen, Notification Center and the SpringBoard making it possible for the users to personalize their device and get rid of features and buttons they don’t need. You can get it from Cydia for $2.00. A lite version is also available for free.

24. HandyKey

If you are an iPhone 6 Plus owner who find it difficult to type with one hand then HandyKey can help. It adds the iPhone 5s size keyboard to the device and then aligns it to either left or right side so you can type using one hand. You can swipe with two fingers to switch modes in this keyboard. HandyKey is available in Cydia for $0.99.

25. iCleaner Pro

iCleaner Pro is one of the best maintenance tool available in Cydia today. It allows users to free up storage space by deleting unnecessary files. It clears space by deleting files from Messages, Safari, Apps, OTA Software updates, Cydia files, unused dependencies and other temporary files. iCleaner Pro is very effective and is capable of clearing significant amount of disk space over going over 1GB. You can get if for free.

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