Developments

Hey there! Good news, we've just released an update that takes care of a problem where mobile devices sometimes couldn't reconnect after a factory reset.

In this release, the way dates are shown in reports has changed. Custom logos are now bigger and there's support for specific fonts in Japanese, Chinese, Korean, and Hindi. The verification line in report disk details will now only show up if it's been done. The optional information underlines in reports have been changed to a dotted light grey line to make them look cleaner. A bug that wouldn't show updates to the partitions list in the raw data viewer after wiping has been fixed. The speed of the SATA SSD Trim has also gotten faster and now takes about 10 times less time than before. The English language table has been improved for better understanding of the display that appears after a data wipe is completed, as well as the button language for accessing the report menu.

This update for the software fixes a few bugs and makes some changes. One of the bugs it fixes is that it won't play speech anymore when audio is turned off. There are also other small changes, like you can only use audio test buttons if the device is on, and the user options files have been split into two. Some user settings will now stay saved, and there are new options like automatically saving reports. The settings menu also has a reset button now. The software can now be controlled by scripts and you can skip the resume confirmation prompt. Reports can automatically be saved after a mobile wipe and there's a new pop-up to let you know when it happens. There have also been updates to the wording and license, and a bunch of other small bug fixes.

This update upgrades the Linux boot loader files for better performance and updates the remote mode boot files for better functionality. It also fixes some bugs, like problems with report info fields and TRIM action on SATA SSDs. Upgrade to version 4.50 now for a better experience!

New feature update: Ultimate, Automated Erase for iOS 9+ and Android 10+ devices with file-based encryption. The English language pack has been updated and the mobile erase process has been improved. Bug fixes and back-end improvements have also been made. Redkey USB Ultimate currently supports mobile devices that can be managed through our automated processes, with product claims and certifications based solely on these supported devices. Devices that are not compatible with our automated process (typically older models) are considered unsupported at this time, with a semi-automatic option available as an interim solution. We are constantly working to increase the number of supported devices and will update our support information as new options become available.

APPLE: Supported: iOS 9 or later on iPhone 4S and later. Unsupported: iOS earlier than 9 on iPhone 4 and earlier. Not supported: First-generation iPhone, iPhone 3G, and first-generation iPad.

ANDROID: Supported: Android 6 or later with encryption enabled. Unsupported: Android 6-10 without encryption. Varying levels of support for Android versions earlier than 3.

Refer to the table for iOS devices to see if they are capable of automated erasure (if they can run iOS 9 or higher). For unsupported models, manual steps are currently required. The latest features of the mobile wipe process are not yet reflected in the user manual, which will be updated as soon as possible.

To determine if your iOS device is capable of automated erasure (if it can run iOS 9 or higher), refer to the table below:

iPhone 14 Pro Max iOS 16.2
iPhone 14 Pro iOS 16.2
iPhone 14 Plus iOS 16.2
iPhone 14 iOS 16.2
iPhone SE (3rd generation) iOS 16.2
iPhone 13 iOS 16.2
iPhone 13 mini iOS 16.2
iPhone 13 Pro Max iOS 16.2
iPhone 13 Pro iOS 16.2
iPhone 12 Pro iOS 16.2
iPhone 12 Pro Max iOS 16.2
iPhone 12 mini iOS 16.2
iPhone 12 iOS 16.2
iPhone SE (2020) iOS 16.2
iPhone 11 Pro iOS 16.2
iPhone 11 iOS 16.2
iPhone 11 Pro Max iOS 16.2
iPhone XR iOS 16.2
iPhone XS Max (China) iOS 16.2
iPhone XS iOS 16.2
iPhone XS Max iOS 16.2
iPhone X (GSM) iOS 16.2
iPhone X (Global) iOS 16.2
iPhone 8 Plus (Global) iOS 16.2
iPhone 8 Plus (GSM) iOS 16.2
iPhone 8 (GSM) iOS 16.2
iPhone 8 (Global) iOS 16.2
iPhone 7 Plus (GSM) iOS 15.7.2
iPhone 7 (GSM) iOS 15.7.2
iPhone 7 Plus (Global) iOS 15.7.2
iPhone 7 (Global) iOS 15.7.2
iPhone SE iOS 15.7.2
iPhone 6s+ iOS 15.7.2
iPhone 6s iOS 15.7.2
iPhone 6 iOS 12.5.6
iPhone 6+ iOS 12.5.6
iPhone 5s (GSM) iOS 12.5.6
iPhone 5c (Global) iOS 10.3.3
iPhone 5c (GSM) iOS 10.3.3
iPhone 5s (Global) iOS 12.5.6
iPhone 5 (Global) iOS 10.3.4
iPhone 5 (GSM) iOS 10.3.4
iPhone 4s iOS 9.3.6

If your device is listed below, you will need to follow the 'Unsupported' model process for now.

iPhone 4 (GSM) iOS 7.1.2
iPhone 4 (CDMA) iOS 7.1.2
iPhone 3GS iOS 6.1.6
iPhone 3G iOS 4.2.1
iPhone iOS 3.1.3

GUI improvements for a sleek and modern look
Stay informed with the new top-bar notification feature
donotmodify.txt file gets a revamp
Subsystem upgraded to Linux Bullseye for maximum performance
Custom screensavers for each edition to personalize your device
Audio enhancements for an enhanced listening experience
Main menu auto-start removed for more control
Introducing the Wipe Wizard for quick and easy wiping
AutoNuke feature wipes data with just a few clicks
Remote Mode allows you to control your device remotely
Ultimate Mobile Device Wipe keeps your device secure on the go
8 new language options added for global accessibility
Extra display adapter drivers re-introduced for wider compatibility

Boot menu(s) changes and loader update for a smoother experience
Legacy resolution options moved to a sub-menu in the boot menu
Loader debug info screen no longer displayed
EFI debugging mode initial menu removed
Secure screenshot function integrated for added security
Matrix screensaver now always displayed upon wipe completion
Smooth animation added to the Matrix screensaver
Japanese characters added to the Matrix screensaver for global appeal

Improved SED detection on high-end systems for optimal performance.

Enhanced stability on high-end systems for a more reliable experience.

Wipe by partition feature added for even more control
Standards updated to use NFR as the NVME alternative for SER/ESE (formerly NSR)
Bugfix: NVME device compatibility with wipe standards improved (including HPA/DCO)
Bugfix: Empty card readers won't cause system hang anymore

Crash after language menu on some systems fixed for a seamless experience.

Help screen feature added to assist you
Pre-select your language in the options donotmodify.txt file for a quicker setup
Bugfix: Asian language display in TUI improved with full-width character support

Introducing actual translations for multi-language support, now available in even more languages.

Improved Suspend feature with a new process, voice mode, and auto-resume
GUI Troubleshooting options added to the UI Menu for easy problem-solving
Options file now allows for timer disabling
USB card readers without a card inserted will be ignored
Wipe Stop option removed for a streamlined process
Bugfix: GUI will exit if no acceptable resolutions are found