MonarchTianshan 13A64520d

This article discusses software internally used by Apple. Acquiring a copy without Apple's consent is illegal and may result in being scammed. Engaging in illegal activity is not condoned. This information is provided for educational purposes only.

iPad mini 4 prototype running 13A64520d. From @ThermalDOE on Twitter.

Background

This firmware was found on an iPad Mini 4 (iPad5,1 model) prototype. This firmware is based on an internal version of iOS 9.0.2.

Kernels

This firmware contains Mach kernels for the following SoCs: S5L8960X, T7000, T7001, S8000, and S8001.

Applications

After booting into this firmware, the following applications are available on SwitchBoard.app:

• AltoMobile
• dtxCaliente
• GrapeCal
• LCDMura (hidden)
• LcdUTest (hidden)
• MesaCal
• Ness (hidden)
• NonUIConsoleViewer
• Operator
• QRCode
• Reliability
• Alternate Reliability
• Sequencer
• Spelunx
• ThermalDOE
• USBHost
• WiPASmini