Nathan Groezinger writes that a new jailbreaking method for Kindles called SpiderCat has been released, offering an easier alternative to previous methods like Vera. To use it, users simply need to download or sideload a specific book file and open it on their device to trigger the automatic process. However, this version is incompatible with firmware 5.19.6; it works for versions ranging from 5.16.3 up to 5.19.5 across various models including Oasis 3, Paperwhite (up to 12th Gen), and Scribe releases.
- Supports Kindle software versions 5.16.3 through 5.19.5
- Compatible with several modern devices like Colorsoft and Kindle Scribe
- Automatically blocks future updates once the jailbreak is complete
- Users on older firmware should fill up storage space to prevent auto-updates before starting
Calibre levels up with an AI feature and other changes. This release introduces the 'Ask AI' tab in the e-book viewer, allowing users to highlight text and ask AI models questions. It also includes bug fixes and usability improvements.