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FaceBook not installed. Market thinks it is. Need a fix.

So, I had facebook for android installed and recently update to cyanogens latest ad somehow it got deleted. Could have been a theme that removed it, as I didn't notice it until after I applied a theme. The icon was still on my home screen, but not in the app tray and the widget is gone.
Anyway I when into the market and it says its installed, its not and the option to uninstall or open is grayed out.
Any way to fix this?

In order to get it fixed for me I had to go into adb and
Code:
adb shell
rm -r /system/app/com.facebook.katana
rm -r /data/data/com.facebook.katana
exit
adp push Facebook.apk /system/sd/app
The app still didn't work but I was then able to uninstall it in the market and reinstall the market version and it has worked fine.

jairomeo said:
In order to get it fixed for me I had to go into adb and
Code:
adb shell
rm -r /system/app/com.facebook.katana
rm -r /data/data/com.facebook.katana
exit
adp push Facebook.apk /system/sd/app
The app still didn't work but I was then able to uninstall it in the market and reinstall the market version and it has worked fine.
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I get "can not remove /system/app/com.facebook.katana"

The reason you're getting that, is because it doesn't exist in that directory, try the second command, and see if it gives you the same error.

put the apk on sd and try this :
1. Open a Terminal Window:
2. Type the following:
- su
- mount /system -o remount,rw
- cd /sdcard
- cp "appname".apk /system/app

rp1783 said:
The reason you're getting that, is because it doesn't exist in that directory, try the second command, and see if it gives you the same error.
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Thats what I thought and I get the same error with the other command.
yozpalang said:
put the apk on sd and try this :
1. Open a Terminal Window:
2. Type the following:
- su
- mount /system -o remount,rw
- cd /sdcard
- cp "appname".apk /system/app
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This was my next step, but, don't have the apk. Anyone care to upload it or send me a link?

http://www.androidspin.com/downloads...e=Facebook.apk

yozpalang said:
http://www.androidspin.com/downloads...e=Facebook.apk
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Not Found
The requested URL /downloads...e=Facebook.apk was not found on this server.
Additionally, a 404 Not Found error was encountered while trying to use an ErrorDocument to handle the request.

this is where i got it http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=582302

Got it! Thanks all for the help. Installed and working now.

Batch install APKs from ADB in Android. EASY!!

I looked around the net for a feasable solution but nobody seemed to give me a practical solution. So I decided to experiment and came up with an unbelivable solution that takes literally 20-30 seconds per app and is FULLY automated.
My problem was as follows. I like to install new ROMs by wiping, flashing and reinstalling my apps. The problem with that is when you have 130 apps and Astro file manager seems to install 3-5 then quits back to the packages screen, it becomes extremely friken agrivating and simply hell-as annoying!
So I needed a way to install all my previously backed up apps (which Astro does a BEAUTIFUL job with) from my SD card to my phone all in one go, without prompts and without any input.
To do this its simple, just write your own batch script and run adb install.
You will need:
1. Android SDK (your version, ie. 2.2, 2.1, 1.6 ect.)
Code:
youtube.com/watch?v=A1SOSXwkc_8
2. USB Cable to PC
3. Enable "USB Debugging" on phone
**Prefer doing a fresh install of latest ROM, no third party apps and dont open Android Market if you have Froyo because it will try and download all your previously downloaded apps again. Cool but not cool here.**
Now, I assume you already have the APK bunch on your SD card, like I had.
I use Astro File Manager to backup all my apks to my /sd/backup/apps (which is automatically set).
Once you have all your APKs in one directory, I suggest putting them on you C:\. For example "c:\apps" for ease of scripting.
Step 1.
Open command prompt (CMD) and change directory to your "c:\apps"
Example:
Code:
cd..
cd..
cd apps
Now you should see your path set as "C:\apps" in CMD.
Step 2.
Create directory print.
In CMD "C:\apps" run:
Code:
dir /s /b > print.txt
This will print all directory files and extensions but nothing else, like size and attributes into your "C:\apps" folder. Now you will see a "print.txt" file in your "c:\apps" folder. If you open it, you will see a list of all your APKs.
Step 3.
Assuming you are using Notepad to view your "print.txt" file, press "CTRL+H". This will open the Find and Replace dialog box.
In Find type
Code:
C:\
In replace type
Code:
adb install -r c:\
Hit enter and it will modify all the APKs with the adb install command. Save and close notepad.
Step 4.
Now you need to rename that .txt extension in your "c:\apps\print.txt" to "print.bat". You need to have extension shown in windows. Google that if you dont know how to do that.
Once saved as a .bat file, simply execute and it will run through the sequence to install all your APK files without any prompts on your phone. Voila, and enjoy.
EXAMPLE:"c:\apps\print.bat"
Code:
adb install -r c:\apps\com.twitter.android-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\com.ups.mobile.android-2.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\com.vavni.android.battleship-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\com.viclabs.myRemote-2.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\com.waterflea.wifiscan-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\com.wyse.pocketcloud-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\com.xrath.jmsn-2.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\com.xtralogic.android.rdpclient-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\com.xtremelabs.android.speedtest-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\com.yahoo.mobile.client.android.im-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\com.yahoo.mobile.client.android.mail-2.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\com.yahoo.mobile.client.android.search-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\hongbo.bluescreen-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\info.marlan.sim-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\koushikdutta.telnet-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\kr.mobilesoft.yxplayer-2.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\net.mafro.android.wakeonlan-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\nl.rogro.GScript-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\org.ajeje.fakelocation-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\org.ale.abtc-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\org.android7.aviplayer-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\org.connectbot-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\org.gmote.client.android-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\org.iii.ro.meridian-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\org.kman.WifiManager-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\org.openobjectives.serverassistant-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\org.prowl.networkmapper-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\org.transdroid-1.apk
This will go in sequence and show "success" when finished installing. It will then run the next command in sequence until its done.
** I tried to write this thread as a help to those trying to do the same thing I was trying to do. This is in no way meant to validate anything and is meant merely as a resource to anybody. If your going to be an ass, shove it, if you like it, im happy I could help.**

Wow, that certainly is an interesting solution. Personally I just push everything to data/app when in recovery, wipe dalvik-cache, then reboot, always works fine.

An even easier solution:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=716806

Thanks man! this helpes me out with multiple installs on the SDK's VM.

hello,
i know i am off topic but i dont find only this thread with the app i am searching.
i search for the "ups mobile" app and the market on my desire (froyo 2.2) found this app not. (Sorry for my english) The app is free, no warez!
Can anyone send my the app or an link with the app ?
many thanks and sorry for off topic.
peter

Check this out...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=740545
All the work are already done :0)

Thanks for the advice. However, I have about 50 apks to backup and Astro is unable to backup like 15 of them. IE Crystallight Defense. It just says it's unable to do it and I don't know why. Thanks for any help.

awesome, simple yet effective ... just restored 103 apps
thanks

this is simplest method yet...
copy .apk to any folder in sdcard, mine "marketapp"
then type these following commands below:
=====================================
adb shell
su
cd /sdcard/marketapp
for app in *.apk; do pm install -r $app; done
=====================================
regards,
d4rkcell

Install apk
Hello Fellow Androids!
If this is off topic, please accept my apologies. I am searching through all of XDA for a simple solution to adding apk. Now before you start bashing, please keep in mind that I am well aware of the "search" options + google + XDA etc.
Long story short, I have:
1) Rooted
2) Fashed many Roms (currently on Stock 2.1)
3) Lag Fixxed (see signature)
4) Removed Bloatware
5) I am familiar with ABD and commands
Problem:
All I'm trying to do is install certain "apk"s using ADB. I am well aware of the Program that installs/ pushes apps automatically that are found in G1 + Vibrant + HTC + Droid Forums without having to do any typin......BUT.....I would like to know my way around ABD <----Main reason why i dont want the easy way out.
I have been here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=716806
as well as here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=743457
even been here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=740545
I know what you are thinking, why not use them? As i said before, i would like to be efficient with ADB. So...
I have tried methods found here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=517874
As well as:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=532719
The problem I am having is:
Whether i navigate to my folder (desktop with all my apps) and use either
"adb push app /system/sd/app
adb push app-private /system/sd/app-private"
or simply
"adb install <path to file> - Example: adb install c:/apps/apps2sd.apk"
I always get the error: "cant find <whatever apk> to install"
No matter which directory i have it, i get that message.
Note:
1) I have debugging on
2) I mounted sd <----also tried Without mounting
3) I have used the same command when I removed bloatware but i understand Adding apks are slightly different.
4) I have all the drivers installed + Microsoft's .net framework + etc
What am i doing wrong?
All Critics, input, education bashing (just not hating) lol are welcome. Thanks!

dannycurtean said:
**Prefer doing a fresh install of latest ROM, no third party apps and dont open Android Market if you have Froyo because it will try and download all your previously downloaded apps again. Cool but not cool here.**
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Very nice, thanks.
Is there any way to make installed APKs being seen by Market ?
I mean, is it possible to relink all the batch-installed .apk files as they were installed from Android market ?
If not, this method is fine at first but becomes painful with all the lost market updates
Thanks a lot

darkcell said:
this is simplest method yet...
copy .apk to any folder in sdcard, mine "marketapp"
then type these following commands below:
=====================================
adb shell
su
cd /sdcard/marketapp
for app in *.apk; do pm install -r $app; done
=====================================
regards,
d4rkcell
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Thanks a lott for this !!!!
having about 260 apps installed it saves me several hours to reinstall after updating to froyo !!

k.mooijman said:
Thanks a lott for this !!!!
having about 260 apps installed it saves me several hours to reinstall after updating to froyo !!
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Would be them updated from market, afterwards ?
I fear they'll loose the market link, by installing them from local apk files...

Even easier.
Thanks for the great information. I realize you can save yourself a few steps after gathering all the apk's in one location by using this command line (XP or higher):
Step 2. In the Android SDK folder containing adb, type:
Code:
for %f in (c:\apps\*.apk) do @(echo adb install -r %f)
dannycurtean said:
I looked around the net for a feasable solution but nobody seemed to give me a practical solution. So I decided to experiment and came up with an unbelivable solution that takes literally 20-30 seconds per app and is FULLY automated.
My problem was as follows. I like to install new ROMs by wiping, flashing and reinstalling my apps. The problem with that is when you have 130 apps and Astro file manager seems to install 3-5 then quits back to the packages screen, it becomes extremely friken agrivating and simply hell-as annoying!
So I needed a way to install all my previously backed up apps (which Astro does a BEAUTIFUL job with) from my SD card to my phone all in one go, without prompts and without any input.
To do this its simple, just write your own batch script and run adb install.
You will need:
1. Android SDK (your version, ie. 2.2, 2.1, 1.6 ect.)
Code:
youtube.com/watch?v=A1SOSXwkc_8
2. USB Cable to PC
3. Enable "USB Debugging" on phone
**Prefer doing a fresh install of latest ROM, no third party apps and dont open Android Market if you have Froyo because it will try and download all your previously downloaded apps again. Cool but not cool here.**
Now, I assume you already have the APK bunch on your SD card, like I had.
I use Astro File Manager to backup all my apks to my /sd/backup/apps (which is automatically set).
Once you have all your APKs in one directory, I suggest putting them on you C:\. For example "c:\apps" for ease of scripting.
Step 1.
Open command prompt (CMD) and change directory to your "c:\apps"
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darkcell said:
this is simplest method yet...
copy .apk to any folder in sdcard, mine "marketapp"
then type these following commands below:
=====================================
adb shell
su
cd /sdcard/marketapp
for app in *.apk; do pm install -r $app; done
=====================================
regards,
d4rkcell
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This looks like a great solution. Is there some way to run this from the phone itself? When I tried using Terminal Emulator in ICS, I get a Segmentation Fault error.

Found this in Google results, was extremely useful for restoring all my Xoom apps from my pre-root times

Hi to spartan062984
Couple of suggestions which I found to work.
Copy adb.exe to \windows\system32.--- this will give you a global adb which works from any directory.
Make a folder 'APK' ( or what you wish ) and put your apk's into it.
In DOS cd to APK and then run your install e.g. adb install xyz.apk \app
Hope it works for you
Keith

dannycurtean said:
I looked around the net for a feasable solution but nobody seemed to give me a practical solution. So I decided to experiment and came up with an unbelivable solution that takes literally 20-30 seconds per app and is FULLY automated.
My problem was as follows. I like to install new ROMs by wiping, flashing and reinstalling my apps. The problem with that is when you have 130 apps and Astro file manager seems to install 3-5 then quits back to the packages screen, it becomes extremely friken agrivating and simply hell-as annoying!
So I needed a way to install all my previously backed up apps (which Astro does a BEAUTIFUL job with) from my SD card to my phone all in one go, without prompts and without any input.
To do this its simple, just write your own batch script and run adb install.
You will need:
1. Android SDK (your version, ie. 2.2, 2.1, 1.6 ect.)
Code:
youtube.com/watch?v=A1SOSXwkc_8
2. USB Cable to PC
3. Enable "USB Debugging" on phone
**Prefer doing a fresh install of latest ROM, no third party apps and dont open Android Market if you have Froyo because it will try and download all your previously downloaded apps again. Cool but not cool here.**
Now, I assume you already have the APK bunch on your SD card, like I had.
I use Astro File Manager to backup all my apks to my /sd/backup/apps (which is automatically set).
Once you have all your APKs in one directory, I suggest putting them on you C:\. For example "c:\apps" for ease of scripting.
Step 1.
Open command prompt (CMD) and change directory to your "c:\apps"
Example:
Code:
cd..
cd..
cd apps
Now you should see your path set as "C:\apps" in CMD.
Step 2.
Create directory print.
In CMD "C:\apps" run:
Code:
dir /s /b > print.txt
This will print all directory files and extensions but nothing else, like size and attributes into your "C:\apps" folder. Now you will see a "print.txt" file in your "c:\apps" folder. If you open it, you will see a list of all your APKs.
Step 3.
Assuming you are using Notepad to view your "print.txt" file, press "CTRL+H". This will open the Find and Replace dialog box.
In Find type
Code:
C:\
In replace type
Code:
adb install -r c:\
Hit enter and it will modify all the APKs with the adb install command. Save and close notepad.
Step 4.
Now you need to rename that .txt extension in your "c:\apps\print.txt" to "print.bat". You need to have extension shown in windows. Google that if you dont know how to do that.
Once saved as a .bat file, simply execute and it will run through the sequence to install all your APK files without any prompts on your phone. Voila, and enjoy.
EXAMPLE:"c:\apps\print.bat"
Code:
adb install -r c:\apps\com.twitter.android-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\com.ups.mobile.android-2.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\com.vavni.android.battleship-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\com.viclabs.myRemote-2.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\com.waterflea.wifiscan-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\com.wyse.pocketcloud-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\com.xrath.jmsn-2.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\com.xtralogic.android.rdpclient-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\com.xtremelabs.android.speedtest-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\com.yahoo.mobile.client.android.im-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\com.yahoo.mobile.client.android.mail-2.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\com.yahoo.mobile.client.android.search-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\hongbo.bluescreen-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\info.marlan.sim-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\koushikdutta.telnet-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\kr.mobilesoft.yxplayer-2.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\net.mafro.android.wakeonlan-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\nl.rogro.GScript-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\org.ajeje.fakelocation-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\org.ale.abtc-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\org.android7.aviplayer-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\org.connectbot-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\org.gmote.client.android-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\org.iii.ro.meridian-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\org.kman.WifiManager-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\org.openobjectives.serverassistant-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\org.prowl.networkmapper-1.apk
adb install -r c:\apps\org.transdroid-1.apk
This will go in sequence and show "success" when finished installing. It will then run the next command in sequence until its done.
** I tried to write this thread as a help to those trying to do the same thing I was trying to do. This is in no way meant to validate anything and is meant merely as a resource to anybody. If your going to be an ass, shove it, if you like it, im happy I could help.**
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This works good so far.. lets hope that system process likes it.
trying now.

darkcell said:
this is simplest method yet...
copy .apk to any folder in sdcard, mine "marketapp"
then type these following commands below:
=====================================
adb shell
su
cd /sdcard/marketapp
for app in *.apk; do pm install -r $app; done
=====================================
regards,
d4rkcell
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I love simple solutions in linux
You have killed all 100km long tutorials and apps

Very Good, Thanx
i'm testing
very good method..
good lock..

[Q] how to get market

I just put cm7 on a sd and am running it on my NC. how do I get the market on it? I saw one link but don't understand how to do it.

If all you want is the market, you can download the newest market APK from my webserver. The link is:
http://www.r00tyou.com/android/tools/Vending(new).apk
To push it to the device simple connect the device to your computer using ADB and type the following in the console:
adb devices
adb install \path\to\the\downloaded\apk.apk
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Wait for it to successfully transfer over and install.
The viola, you have the newest market APK.
However, I suggest that you download the newest GAPPS from the cyanogen website and push over the whole gapps.
To do this, simply download the latest GAPPS from here:
http://wiki.cyanogenmod.com/index.php?title=Latest_Version#Google_Apps
Again, using ADB type the following commands:
adb shell mount -o remount,rw /dev/block/mmcblk0p5 /system
adb push [the path to your SDK tools folder]\system system/
adb reboot
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The console will show the progress of what apps are being transferred over and installed. Once it is done rebooting it will prompt you for logging in to your google account to setup your device. You can simply skip this (Tapping in each corner of the screen starting from the top left going clockwise) or you can proceed with the setup process.
Hope that helps

Thanks for the info. It took some doing because I haven't written code since DOS.

Thanx alot man i had the same problem and this worked perfecty

Not sure if it's important since /system/ is mounted ro anyway but all apps in /system/app/ have 644 permissions, pushing files with adb (whether in linux or windoz) will give them 755 permissions defaultly, so I usually do a:
chmod 644 [app-name].apk
after I transfer the file. Might be a good idea to do this if you are remounting it a lot.
Cheers,
Mike
PS. Themed Markets :-D

[SOLVED][Q] 4.4.3 after restart restores previous values

Hi!
I have problem with my HTC One m7 (ViperOne 7.0.1).
While I changed something in /system/app folder (eg. deleted a "DriveActivator.apk" - successfully accomplished) and restart phone, I see again that deleted app!!!
Do you know why? I'm using RootExplorer, I have root and granted permissions to r/w.
It seems like system restores some kind of backup - I don't know why, and I don't know how to fix it (I mean do some permanent changes in /system/app).

dry3333 said:
Hi!
I have problem with my HTC One m7 (ViperOne 7.0.1).
While I changed something in /system/app folder (eg. deleted a "DriveActivator.apk" - successfully accomplished) and restart phone, I see again that deleted app!!!
Do you know why? I'm using RootExplorer, I have root and granted permissions to r/w.
It seems like system restores some kind of backup - I don't know why, and I don't know how to fix it (I mean do some permanent changes in /system/app).
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It appears that the System isn't booted with RW capabilities
There's a nice long command that I'll give you later that will fix it
If you wanna get it sooner and aren't afraid of adb shell (make sure you have root access enabled for adb AND apps, not just apps) you can Google remount Linux system read/write and you should find it
You'll need to modify that command to reflect the One, but the name of the partition should be something like by-name-system or something
I'll get it later if you need it when I wake up

ajbiz11 said:
It appears that the System isn't booted with RW capabilities
There's a nice long command that I'll give you later that will fix it
If you wanna get it sooner and aren't afraid of adb shell (make sure you have root access enabled for adb AND apps, not just apps) you can Google remount Linux system read/write and you should find it
You'll need to modify that command to reflect the One, but the name of the partition should be something like by-name-system or something
I'll get it later if you need it when I wake up
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Thanks mate!
Stupid question - how I can check whether I have root access enabled for adb and apps? I have superuser app, and in settings I can see: "Superuser Access: Apps and ADB" - is this what you are wrote about?

dry3333 said:
Thanks mate!
Stupid question - how I can check whether I have root access enabled for adb and apps? I have superuser app, and in settings I can see: "Superuser Access: Apps and ADB" - is this what you are wrote about?
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That's exactly what I'm referring to (The settings thing)
Lemme go find that command for you
---------- Post added at 06:00 AM ---------- Previous post was at 05:56 AM ----------
Wish I knew this existed when I was working on the L port
There's an app to do exactly what you need without looking up partitions
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.beansoft.mount_system
Although if you want to go through terminal, here's a tutorial
http://ckirbach.wordpress.com/2012/11/27/how-to-remount-system-as-read-write-in-android/
Basically, you use grep to find the name of the system partition, then run the mount command to remount the partition you found in that precious step

I have this app: Mount /system (rw / ro), also I have this option in superuser and it works fine - I mean that I can change /system/app or for eg. edit /etc/hosts (I get message that ES explorer granted superuser access), but after restart I see previous files (before changes)... I have no idea how make this work - maybe I need custom kernel or something? I want to make permanent changes in system files...
I have reinstalled system (clean option with wipe all data), but still no results...

dry3333 said:
I have this app: Mount /system (rw / ro), also I have this option in superuser and it works fine - I mean that I can change /system/app or for eg. edit /etc/hosts (I get message that ES explorer granted superuser access), but after restart I see previous files (before changes)... I have no idea how make this work - maybe I need custom kernel or something? I want to make permanent changes in system files...
I have reinstalled system (clean option with wipe all data), but still no results...
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The remount app should do exactly that
Try the command option and make your changes then reboot

ajbiz11 said:
The remount app should do exactly that
Try the command option and make your changes then reboot
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I have tried - still no results. My system already has RW permissions. Problem is that after restart my files are "restored".
Analogously like in Cisco IOS - commit but without write memory.
Maybe I should go to recovery and do something (but I don't know what)?

dry3333 said:
I have tried - still no results. My system already has RW permissions. Problem is that after restart my files are "restored".
Analogously like in Cisco IOS - commit but without write memory.
Maybe I should go to recovery and do something (but I don't know what)?
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Check the Viper forum and maybe post there
I only run CM-base so I'm not too experienced with Sense issues

ajbiz11 said:
Check the Viper forum and maybe post there
I only run CM-base so I'm not too experienced with Sense issues
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Thanks - they said they don't know, but it affects S-ON users....
Can You tell me one thing - I execute this script:
echo off
adb reboot
cd /d %~dp0
echo .
echo Waiting for device...
adb wait-for-device
echo.
adb -d shell stop
adb -d shell su -c "mount -o remount rw /system"
adb -d shell rm /system/app/DriveActivator.apk
adb reboot
This should remove DriveActivator (while script is ongoing I see no errors), but after reboot DriveActivator.apk is still in /system/app...
Is there any other way to permanently remove/change files in /system/app?

dry3333 said:
Thanks - they said they don't know, but it affects S-ON users....
Can You tell me one thing - I execute this script:
echo off
adb reboot
cd /d %~dp0
echo .
echo Waiting for device...
adb wait-for-device
echo.
adb -d shell stop
adb -d shell su -c "mount -o remount rw /system"
adb -d shell rm /system/app/DriveActivator.apk
adb reboot
This should remove DriveActivator (while script is ongoing I see no errors), but after reboot DriveActivator.apk is still in /system/app...
Is there any other way to permanently remove/change files in /system/app?
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You can remove it from the ViperROM zip and format ONLY system and reflash
That SHOULD work
That's like...the be all end all

dry3333 said:
Thanks - they said they don't know, but it affects S-ON users....
Can You tell me one thing - I execute this script:
echo off
adb reboot
cd /d %~dp0
echo .
echo Waiting for device...
adb wait-for-device
echo.
adb -d shell stop
adb -d shell su -c "mount -o remount rw /system"
adb -d shell rm /system/app/DriveActivator.apk
adb reboot
This should remove DriveActivator (while script is ongoing I see no errors), but after reboot DriveActivator.apk is still in /system/app...
Is there any other way to permanently remove/change files in /system/app?
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Make life simple: erase the apk while in custom recovery, TWRP has a file manager, or you can use Aroma File Manager
even adb commands while booted in custom recovery are better than booted up ROM.

nkk71 said:
Make life simple: erase the apk while in custom recovery, TWRP has a file manager, or you can use Aroma File Manager
even adb commands while booted in custom recovery are better than booted up ROM.
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Thanks for advice. Is it possible via TWRP not only remove file, but also replace it? Where shoul I place new file for replace original one?

dry3333 said:
Thanks for advice. Is it possible via TWRP not only remove file, but also replace it? Where shoul I place new file for replace original one?
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I would recommend using the Aroma File Manager instead of TWRP's, just place all the files you'll need on your internal storage (including Aroma File Manager), then reboot to select "Install" to run the Aroma File Manager and remove/replace whatever you need to.
You may need to also check if the permissions are right, I can't remember if Aroma File Manager has that built in.
remember that once you are in recovery to mount /system (in the Mount menu)
and you can even use adb shell, and adb push commands to replace the .apk.... i'm just guessing it's easier with a GUI interface.

nkk71 said:
I would recommend using the Aroma File Manager instead of TWRP's, just place all the files you'll need on your internal storage (including Aroma File Manager), then reboot to select "Install" to run the Aroma File Manager and remove/replace whatever you need to.
You may need to also check if the permissions are right, I can't remember if Aroma File Manager has that built in.
remember that once you are in recovery to mount /system (in the Mount menu)
and you can even use adb shell, and adb push commands to replace the .apk.... i'm just guessing it's easier with a GUI interface.
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The windows drivers don't work with recovery mode (usually)

ajbiz11 said:
The windows drivers don't work with recovery mode (usually)
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they do for me, but sometimes (after flashing a new/different version) i have to manually select the drivers, check FAQ#2 here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=52135024&postcount=2

I would like to thank you for advice. I did this via TWRP (after I had mounted /system). It works fine for me

dry3333 said:
I would like to thank you for advice. I did this via TWRP (after I had mounted /system). It works fine for me
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sure, no problem :good: :good:
if all is good now, can you also edit main thread title to include [SOLVED], thanks
edit the first post -> at the bottom of the edit window, click Go Advanced, and then you can edit main title

Now What?

Now that we have root, what things are we going to be focusing on next? Probably Safestrap and ROMs. What cool things have you guys found with root?

Vlasp said:
Now that we have root, what things are we going to be focusing on next? Probably Safestrap and ROMs. What cool things have you guys found with root?
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Well for one thing if you disabled/uninstall Unified Search, it allows google search to work correctly in the launcher, also without root you can replace the amazon keyboard with the google keyboard and get voice search.
Edit: We need to probably install Google play services properly to get Google Play Games to work correctly but I am not sure.

The ability to install apps depending on root is awesome.
If you are asking for wishes, then I wish I could use CyanogenMod on this device.

I have de-amazonified my tablet a bit. Cant wait to get a custom rom installed on it though.

we need a safe list with what apps can we delete... i did the same but i don't know for sure what to delete and what to keep... i mention that i don't use amazon apps nor i logged in..
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balanigga said:
we need a safe list with what apps can we delete... i did the same but i don't know for sure what to delete and what to keep... i mention that i don't use amazon apps nor i logged in..
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For the moment......
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=63605889&postcount=77
If wants to remove more can give chmod 000 to apk & reboot before delete

What about reassigning the home button to a different launcher?

xT29c said:
What about reassigning the home button to a different launcher?
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Just install another launcher and remove FireLauncher from system.

csolanol said:
Just install another launcher and remove FireLauncher from system.
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Oh, nice. Okay, thanks!

csolanol said:
Just install another launcher and remove FireLauncher from system.
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how can i do this? thanks in advance
Edit: nevermind I found it, thanks anyway

joelwylde said:
how can i do this? thanks in advance
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You can use titanium backup, and remove it like that. I would make a backup firs though just in-case.
Also, I need help trying to unhide the firelauncher process. I have the command here "adb shell pm unhide [package:com.amazon.firelauncher]"
But I need the other command first so ADB can talk to my tablet. Because I ran the command, and it just says "true" when it should say "false".

joelwylde said:
how can i do this? thanks in advance
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Working Launcher replacement thanks to @diegocr and @Awesomeslayerg ! Here's the steps:
1. See @diegocr post at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=63599598&postcount=23 and download "boot-firelauncher.img"
2. Enable USB debugging
3. Install your launcher of choice!
4. On your computer, run
adb reboot bootloader
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5. Once your tablet reboots in to fastboot, run on your computer (if you are not in the same directory as boot-firelauncher.img, put the full path):
fastboot boot boot-firelauncher.img
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6. Tablet will reboot
7. Once booted open an adb shell:
adb shell
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8. To back up the existing app, run:
cp /system/priv-app/com.amazon.firelauncher/com.amazon.firelauncher.apk /sdcard/Download/com.amazon.firelauncher.apk
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9. Then nuke it!
rm /system/priv-app/com.amazon.firelauncher/com.amazon.firelauncher.apk
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10. Now, run to restart your device:
reboot
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Confirmed working on my tablet with FireOS 5.0.1.
Enjoy!
Forget all the formatting problems
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If you are already rooted you don't need to do all that stuff.
Just adb shell
su
mount -o remount,rw /system
rm -r /system/priv-app/com.amazon.firelauncher or whatever the package is called.
Reboot and it's done.
Remember to install a launcher before this.

csolanol said:
If you are already rooted you don't need to do all that stuff.
Just adb shell
su
mount -o remount,rw /system
rm -r /system/priv-app/com.amazon.firelauncher or whatever the package is called.
Reboot and it's done.
Remember to install a launcher before this.
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Will this work if I hid the process with ADB before hand? If not, how do I unhide it? What command would I use before "adb shell pm unhide [package:com.amazon.firelauncher]"

Don't know, try if it works hiding, but I doubt it.

I want to replace the hosts file with the one of my Lenovo S660 (China phone). The S660 hosts file is about a mile long and has entries like "0.0.0.0 bad.ad.server" - a very basic but effective way to avoid a lot ads, even at apps. I have not yet took a closer look but I think I would create a mix of both files for the fire.
So, what are the steps?
I have done similar things to my rooted Sony Experia Tipo concerning modifying files at /system, which is mounted RO as default. So I remounted it RW with ES-Explorer, modified what I had to and mounted RO with ES-Explorer again.
I wonder, if this is ok, because of the security means the fire/android has.

I took a chance and I was successfull.
I attached the unchanged hosts file from my Lenovo S660 /system/etc/ as hosts.lenovo.zip file. The fire hosts has just 1 line: 127.0.0.1 localhost. The lenovo's hosts has 25858 lines.
Code:
- unzip hosts.lenovo.zip -> you get host.lenovo
- rename hosts.lenovo to hosts
- connect fire
- adb push hosts /data
- adb shell
- $ su -
- # cd /data
- # chmod 644 hosts
- # exit
- $ exit
- ES Explorer
- Enable root explorer
- remount /system rw
- go to /data
- mark hosts
- cut hosts (to memory)
- go to /system/etc
- mark hosts
- rename hosts to hosts.old
- insert hosts from memory
- remount /system ro
- exit ES Explorer
done.
should work, use at own risk.
Note: You cannot chmod 644 at /mnt/sdcard1 because it is vfat there, that's why you use /data.
Note: You cannot write to /system/etc while at adb shell, even if it is mounted RW, that's why you have to use ES Explorer which will ask you to choose the path with android overlay window - which makes it work (at least my experience).
If you have apps which showed ads before, then you might keep on seeing the very last forever. Or a broken link sign. Or even a popop with broken link sign. Or your ads hosts is missing at the lenovo hosts file and you keep on seeing ads. There even my be websites you cannot visit anymore - which I have not yet experienced, but the risk exists, or will come.
If interested, take a look at http://winhelp2002.mvps.org/hosts.htm for more information and use for your windows or linux pc.
If you don't like it you can go back, you have a copy of your old hosts file.

I want to replace the hosts file with the one of my Lenovo S660 (China phone). The S660 hosts file is about a mile long and has entries like "0.0.0.0 bad.ad.server" - a very basic but effective way to avoid a lot ads, even at apps.
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Check out the adaway app (open source). It blocks ads through the host file just like you're doing except it puts the host file in place for you, combines host files from a couple different sources (running de-duplication on them) & auto updates your host file as new ad severs are added or removed. Absolutely beats rolling your own host file manually.

That is new information to me, thanks.