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So there's a bug/vuln, why don't you release it?!?!

Because bugs aren't THAT common, and because releasing it means that Apple will promptly patch it.
It makes sense to save good bugs for major iOS releases (e.g. iOS12) and not blow them on minor ones, especially not x.x1, if a previous JB exists

Then why are you showing it?!

(I normally don't, but those who do, do so) to instill hope for a future public JB, and generally show off
1.5 minutes of fame aren't worth a jailbreak of a minor version. For everyone (but Apple's) sake, PLEASE LEAVE BUGS AND PoCs for MAJOR RELEASES, or those with meaningful new features!

So wen eta?

Only after the vulnerability is "blown" - i.e. Apple already issued a NEW version of iOS, which is patched.

Should I update?!?!?!!?!?!?!?

The JB will be released when there's a patched version, so short answer is - YES
Apple stops enabling updates to older versions very quickly after new versions come out. So there is a small window (which is presently open for 11.3.1 - as of 5/31/2018) - but it DOES close (and proably will by WWDC next week
Older versions of iOS (like 10.x) gradually phase out as Apple entices developer to update apps for new iOS features. This means that someday your favorite App will refuse to update or work anymore on older versions.
If you are already on a version you're happy with and don't care about new 11.3 features (battery mgmt, etc) then stay. it's your choice.
That said, your jb developer may say he's refusing to support a certain version. In that case, stay, or get a different jailbreak

What about iPhone[5/6/7/8/X/XI/XII? Or version x.y.z?

Generally, no difference. all it takes is offsets (kernels might be a bit different. This is no longer an issue if you use the QiLin toolkit to develop a jailbreak
Bugs are in the kernel, so they affect ALL devices (and even MacOS in some cases). Very rarely are they new to a minor version. In other words, an 11.3.1 will PROBABLY work on 11.x up to 11.3.1, because it will be patched in 11.4. (caveat: I don't know which bug Ian Beer has in mind, but if it's what I think it is, it will apply on all 11, possibly 10 as well.
Some jailbreaks (not Liber* or QiLin) may rely on "KPP bypass". This technique (which circumvents kernel patch protection) only works on devices before A10 (i.e up to iPhone 6S or iPad Pro 2016). A10 and later devices have a hardware mechanism (KTRR/AMCC) which can't be publicly bypassed yet.

Specific to Liber*

Will LiberiOS get an update? Yes.

Will LiberTV get an update? Yes.

Wen eta? First of all, it's "wHen". Second, have patience. A watched pot never boils.

Will Cydia be included? NO.

Why no Cydia? Because. Contrary to popular believe, I don't hate Saurik. I had reached out to Saurik multiple times, and he slammed me, confusing me with other people. But I do think Cydia has become abominable, an arcane contraption that was good for a certain time, but is no longer.

But without Cydia it's not a JB! Not for you, maybe. But for others, it's even better this way.

I want CYDIA!!!! Say that in a reply to me, please on Twitter. That way my autoblocker kicks in and I never get to hear it again. Or go bug Coolstar/CheeseCakeUFO or any other fine JB developer. Not me.

What about Tweaks?? No reason why those shouldn't work. Though the developer has to integrate them with QiLin

Will QiLin get an update? Absolutely. It drives Liber*

General , NewOSXBook related or other

PLEASE DO NOT BUG ME WITH WEN ETA ON TWITTER. I try to keep my notifications clear for serious questions and matters I can help with.

ALSO PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE DO NOT @Mention me for same reason unless you need me to reply. No /CC please

WEN ETA on Twitter also automatically blocks you. Sorry. It's a nasty filter I employ.

I WILL NOT SUPPORT ANY JAILBREAKS Just Liber* and QiLin. It's not my fault a failbreak bricked your device.

If you have a question - PLEASE use the NewOSXBook.com forum - that's why it's there. BUT NOT FOR WEN ETA/JB STUFF THIS FAQ ADDRESSES.

Volume II is going to come out on time - end of Oct 2018 - and it WILL cover iOS 12/ MacOS 14/ etc, and it will be a total blast! Saving the best for last!

TG Annoucement - The upcoming MOXiI training in SFO (July 9^th, 2018 ) is open for registration! And this is the last public one they'll be offering, since I'm taking the time to work on Volume II. You might want to follow @Technologeeks for announcements! You can drop i/n/f/o at TG an email if you want more details or to regist er.

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Specific to Liber*

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