How to Get Your iPod in Verbose Boot
Verbose boot is a special startup sequence for an iPod touch device that displays the code used by the device during the boot sequence. This type of boot is only possible on a jailbroken iPod touch device that has installed the free Verbose Boot application from the Cydia store. Jailbreaking your device will void the terms of Apple's device warranty.
Instructions
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Tap the "Cydia" icon on your jailbroken iPod touch.
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Tap the "Search" button.
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Enter "Verbose Boot" in the Cydia search bar and select the "Verbose Boot" application.
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Tap the "Install" button.
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Tap the "Confirm" button.
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Press the Home button on your iPod touch.
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Press and hold the Power button located at the top of your iPod touch.
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Slide your finger across your device's display as instructed to power down your device.
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Press the Power button to reboot your device. Your iPod touch will automatically boot in verbose mode.
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