Users who have been using iPhone and iPod Touch know that Apple uses iTunes to create full backup of the device, which can be later used to restore the device to its original state if needed. Similar is the case with the newly released iPad. These backups, however, are contained as a single file and individual pieces of content cannot be taken out. JuicePhone is a free tool for Mac that allows one to extract the backup file and save individual content files as needed.
This allows browsing of backup data on the computer and can be really helpful if you want to save notes, SMS text messages, contacts, downloaded tracks are more.
In order to use this tool, you need to have at least one encrypted iPhone/iPod Touch backup file present on your system.
When loaded, the software allows you to select from all the backup files present on your system. The contents of the selected file can then be explored. You also have the option to extract data from installed applications. Select the desired app and click extract. Simple as that.
The preferences dialog allows control over the program’s own features. JuicePhone also provides full information about the backed up devices, including their serial number and identifiers.
The software supports iPad backups as well, hence making it useful for users of any type of iDevice. It also supports 64-bit architecture and has been optimized for multicore processors. JuicePhone requires a minimum of Mac OS X 10.5 or later to work.
