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This is a guide to transform your Kindle Fire 2 Generation into a full working android tablet (Android UI, Google APPS, Play Store, Widgetsssss etc.) . UPDATED 12/21/2012
That said. I have no ownership of any of the programs or files discussed. This is just stuff i gathered to make my Kindle Fire ROCKKKKK, Do this at your own risk, I am not responsible if you brick your device or void your warranty by doing any of this. Also please give to the developers that took of their time to create the programs and make your crappy reader into something awsome.
Please read complete article before you begin. Again I am not responsible if you brick your device or void your warranty by doing any of this. 2/2/2013
We have fully funtional roms for Kindle. Fire 2. I will not be posting any more posts since a full ROM experience is way better in my opinion. But for people that dont want to fully convert and for documentation I will leave the posts. Have fun!!!!
Change lockscreen ( Work around instating No Lock from android market and then instaling your favorite lockscreen from market thanks to tip from fmkilo), change search engine (I tried instaling google search to no luck, if some one can help please comment, some ideas where told, will try soon)
Procedure to transform Kindle Fire 2 Generation into a fuctional android tablet,
1. ADB enabled and Allow Unknown source APK and Amazon account registered
This is simple just go to your Kindle Eyelid and hit
(+)More...--> Security-->Enable ADB ON
and
(+)More...--> Device-->Allow Instalation of Applications ON
Install Amazon account as root may not let you create one
2. Root and Super User
In order to change the UI and install a few missing apk in the Kindle Fire system folder we need Super User and Root access.
Below is a link that will show you how to install root. It is ment for the Kindle 7 HD but works perfect on our Kindle Fire Second Generation ( I last used it on OS version 10.2.4 and worked)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=35156970
3. Install UI, and Google Apps
Now that we have root access we need to place a few apk on the system/app folder of the Kindle Fire to change the UI and have fuctional Google apps.
For that we need to modify ES File Explorer settings
go to Settings--> Root Setings Check First 3 Boxes (Root Explorer, Up to Root, Mount File System)
Now is just simple we need to move a few apk to the system/app folder.
All Needed
Android UI
IMPOTANT Choose an Andoid UI. There are a lottttt of User Interfaces for android. Like APEX Luncher, Go lancher, Nova launcher ect. to choose. I will use APEX launcher which works great on the Kindle Fire but you can install the one you love, you can change it later by removing the apk form systems/app and placing a diferent one.
http://www.papktop.com/apex-launcher-1-3-5.html
Google APPS
We need to install a few of the googles apps for the google play and Gmail to work so please download all of the above.
Google services framework apk
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=889863&d=1328536031
Google Play store apk
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2046533
Google youtube apk
http://www.androiddrawer.com/6750/download-youtube-4-1-23-app-apk/#.UM5sFm_oTl8
Google chrome apk
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1485473
Once you downloaded all of this apk simply paste them on your system/app folder and reboot the device.
When the device turns on again it will start updating. Unlock the device and will ask you which UI you prefer TO USE, choose APEX IMPORTANT I suggest that you test the UI first and then check the box to make this the defalt UI this can brick your device if the UI is not running Properly ( if you want to make the change permanent select the check box below, if not everytime you press the home button or restart will ask you to choose)
You will now see a familiar Android UI. Congratulations your Kindle Fire is not as crappy and has fully funtional google play, widgets and live wallpapers. :victory:
4.Prevent OS update, Loss of ROOT and all your Mod work
Every time your divice gets an update will automaticaly loose root. Thanks to crappy amazon these updates will get pushed and you cant stop them from the settings menu. Localy we can stop it with 2 options
A. Quick fix (will go into OTA update if Droidwall apk is turned off)
Localy we can stop them by placing a firewall like DroidWall and blocking the access ( i dont know which part to block to prevent it from updating so I just simply Check the apps I want use the internet)
Simply download DroidWall from the Google Play Store. The program is really simple just check which apps you want to let use internet, the rest leave unchecked.
B. Hard fix (will never go into OTA update unless you rename the file again) thanks to tip from fmkilo
To make change permanent go into the systems menu and rename /system/etc/security/otacerts.zip
5. Change Lookscreen
To change the lockscreen we need a few apk from the android market.
A. No Lock
B. Rom toolbox
C. Your favorite lookscreen ( I use Picture Password a copy of Windos 8 lockscreen)
Simply install Rom Toolbox, No lock, and lockscreen form market.
Open Rom toolbox and select App Manager find No Lock from the list and long press it. A menu will pop up, select "Convert to system app". Reboot device ( To skip this step you can also download No Lock apk from internet and place it on system/app)
Open No lock and hit enable, now you have no stock lockscreen, feel free to install your favorite lockscreen.
5. Fix Kindle Reader
This will delete kindle's original app for ever back up kindle app somewhere to restore
Go to system/app and save kindleforoter apk somewhere on your kindle and then delete it from system/app
Reboot device
Install Kindle Reader from Play Store
That is it. HAVE FUN
If you have any updates on this Tutorial please feel free to comment.
I suggest rom toolbox. After rooting and installing Google services framework, and the play store, open rom toolbox, select app manager, and then long press the framework and play store and select "system app".
Then, once that's done, gapps should work fine, all you have to do next is install your launcher(s) of choice and use rom toolbox to make them system apps as well, after that the home button will ask which launcher to use. If you set a launcher to always, you can use home switcher apps or reset defaults under your application settings.
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To change the lock screen, use no lock from google play. It must be installed as a system app i'm sure if you're here then you at least know how to do that...
I blocked the ota updates by renaming /system/etc/security/otacerts.zip
Edit: if you go with nolock, you will need your own app for a replacement otherwise you just won't have a lock screen...
agentfusion said:
I suggest rom toolbox. After rooting and installing Google services framework, and the play store, open rom toolbox, select app manager, and then long press the framework and play store and select "system app".
Then, once that's done, gapps should work fine, all you have to do next is install your launcher(s) of choice and use rom toolbox to make them system apps as well, after that the home button will ask which launcher to use. If you set a launcher to always, you can use home switcher apps or reset defaults under your application settings.
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I will try this tool....thanks
fmkilo said:
To change the lock screen, use no lock from google play. It must be installed as a system app i'm sure if you're here then you at least know how to do that...
I blocked the ota updates by renaming /system/etc/security/otacerts.zip
Edit: if you go with nolock, you will need your own app for a replacement otherwise you just won't have a lock screen...
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Thanks a lot. I Will add this to the tutorial
i got a few of my favourite Apps to work even though they could not be installed via playstore or simply dont work.
like Go launcher HD, battery mix plus, prehome or messagease, power toggle,…
just install the apk, convert to system app (like the two methods above, i use titanium backup or ES File) and reboot.
i suggest putting the most imporant apps (ES file, your preferred home switcher, a launcher,…) into your kindle favourite list - the star on the right bottom - to have quick access from everywhere
the feature i still miss, is the ability to usemultiple google calendars with a calendar app like jorte <- any hints?
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failed to copy 'stuff/busybox' to '/data/local/tmp/./busybox': Permission denied
I can't image that I am going anything wrong but I can't get this to work.
I have a new Kindle Fire HD7 with 10.2.4 software on it.
Here is the log I get from D:\Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v17\runme.bat
I am starting to think Amazon has locked the device down.
Thanks
fd
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= This script will root your Android phone with adb restore function =
= Script by Bin4ry (thanks to Goroh_kun and tkymgr for the idea) =
= Idea for Tablet S from Fi01_IS01 =
= (22.11.2012) v17 =
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Device type:
1) Normal
2) Special (for example: Sony Tablet S, Medion Lifetab)
x) Unroot
Make a choice: 1
Checking if i should run in Normal Mode or special Sony Mode
Please connect your device with USB-Debugging enabled now
* daemon not running. starting it now on port 5037 *
* daemon started successfully *
remote object '/system/app/Backup-Restore.apk' does not exist
remote object '/system/bin/ric' does not exist
.
.
Normal Mode enabled!
.
Pushing busybox....
failed to copy 'stuff/busybox' to '/data/local/tmp/./busybox': Permission denied
Pushing su binary ....
failed to copy 'stuff/su' to '/data/local/tmp/./su': Permission denied
Pushing Superuser app
failed to copy 'stuff/Superuser.apk' to '/data/local/tmp/./Superuser.apk': Permi
ssion denied
Making busybox runable ...
Unable to chmod /data/local/tmp/busybox: No such file or directory
.
Now unlock your device and confirm the restore operation.
Please look at your device and click RESTORE!
If all is successful i will tell you, if not this shell will run forever.
Running ...
worked great now we just need roms lol
fargodude said:
I can't image that I am going anything wrong but I can't get this to work.
I have a new Kindle Fire HD7 with 10.2.4 software on it.
Here is the log I get from D:\Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v17\runme.bat
I am starting to think Amazon has locked the device down.
Thanks
fd
======================================================================
= This script will root your Android phone with adb restore function =
= Script by Bin4ry (thanks to Goroh_kun and tkymgr for the idea) =
= Idea for Tablet S from Fi01_IS01 =
= (22.11.2012) v17 =
======================================================================
Device type:
1) Normal
2) Special (for example: Sony Tablet S, Medion Lifetab)
x) Unroot
Make a choice: 1
Checking if i should run in Normal Mode or special Sony Mode
Please connect your device with USB-Debugging enabled now
* daemon not running. starting it now on port 5037 *
* daemon started successfully *
remote object '/system/app/Backup-Restore.apk' does not exist
remote object '/system/bin/ric' does not exist
.
.
Normal Mode enabled!
.
Pushing busybox....
failed to copy 'stuff/busybox' to '/data/local/tmp/./busybox': Permission denied
Pushing su binary ....
failed to copy 'stuff/su' to '/data/local/tmp/./su': Permission denied
Pushing Superuser app
failed to copy 'stuff/Superuser.apk' to '/data/local/tmp/./Superuser.apk': Permi
ssion denied
Making busybox runable ...
Unable to chmod /data/local/tmp/busybox: No such file or directory
.
Now unlock your device and confirm the restore operation.
Please look at your device and click RESTORE!
If all is successful i will tell you, if not this shell will run forever.
Running ...
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I'm getting this same thing dude and it's really frickin pissin me off! I've posted the issue in like EVERY kindle fire 2 thread and no real help maaaan wth Can someone please give a explanation (in english) I mean I thank the person for making this guide it does help putting all the info on rooting the kf2 in one place its just that one little prob and I bet I'll be good to go
Hi guys, the guide is good and it works flawlessly. I'm UK kindle fire 2 last update.
I was actually able to get rid of the lock screen using widget locker lock screen which I had purchased a while back for a phone.
Put it inside system/app and started it. I'm using root helper option to ensure it kicks in.
Even when I restart the kindle, if you wait for it to boot completely, it will take over stock lock screen.
Awesome stuff. Not only the stock one is gone, but I get to also customize my own.
Beautiful widgets only worked after copying the apk from data/app into system/app
SEARCH
A workaround for search is to download google search from aptoide and widget locker can be set to start it.
Or to use a shortcut on desktop to an activity via the launcher and selecting google search.
Also moved the apk to the system/app but may no be necessary. Now to rename the certs file to prevent ota update...
[EDIT] I have managed to get it as the default search but not exactly sure how might have to do with the fact that i renamed the UnifiedSearch.apk after i installed google search and rebooted. Said something about upgrading the system but i have not found a way (yet) to revert back so do it at your own risk (and let me know if it is reversible lol).
As for the root bowser app, not necessary.
ES file explorer can do it all, just check the settings and allow root, browse root folder and mount system as writeable.
Feels great to finally have some control! So cool that you can start the normal kindle os via a shortcut icon on the desktop, or directly to kindle docs, where my own free books are
so now we know lockscreen can be removed and google search can be used - this is fun!!
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See nobody addresses the dang issue I been having
Gs3 Sac23's ROM GO SPURS GO!
barberboy420 said:
See nobody addresses the dang issue I been having
Gs3 Sac23's ROM GO SPURS GO!
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hey pal, no sure what to tell ya, start from the beginning?
make sure you have the adb drivers on your computer and the right components to run some commands manually on adb - establish if its connecting
remember to have usb debugging enabled and allow Instalation of applications from unknown sources
change the order of the steps. Try Qemu first, then the RoottMANYDROID , and Qemu again
RootManyAndroid didnt work the first time, but it did the second time i tried it.
This guide should work - im pretty sure you have to use a tool to root the kidle HD, thats how i did it twice already.
here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=35156970
good luck, sometimes takes persistence
fargodude said:
I can't image that I am going anything wrong but I can't get this to work.
I have a new Kindle Fire HD7 with 10.2.4 software on it.
Here is the log I get from D:\Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v17\runme.bat
I am starting to think Amazon has locked the device down.
Thanks
fd
======================================================================
= This script will root your Android phone with adb restore function =
= Script by Bin4ry (thanks to Goroh_kun and tkymgr for the idea) =
= Idea for Tablet S from Fi01_IS01 =
= (22.11.2012) v17 =
======================================================================
Device type:
1) Normal
2) Special (for example: Sony Tablet S, Medion Lifetab)
x) Unroot
Make a choice: 1
Checking if i should run in Normal Mode or special Sony Mode
Please connect your device with USB-Debugging enabled now
* daemon not running. starting it now on port 5037 *
* daemon started successfully *
remote object '/system/app/Backup-Restore.apk' does not exist
remote object '/system/bin/ric' does not exist
.
.
Normal Mode enabled!
.
Pushing busybox....
failed to copy 'stuff/busybox' to '/data/local/tmp/./busybox': Permission denied
Pushing su binary ....
failed to copy 'stuff/su' to '/data/local/tmp/./su': Permission denied
Pushing Superuser app
failed to copy 'stuff/Superuser.apk' to '/data/local/tmp/./Superuser.apk': Permi
ssion denied
Making busybox runable ...
Unable to chmod /data/local/tmp/busybox: No such file or directory
.
Now unlock your device and confirm the restore operation.
Please look at your device and click RESTORE!
If all is successful i will tell you, if not this shell will run forever.
Running ...
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I am not a fully skilled developer, I just gattered bits and pieces and learn how to use them. From what I gather looks like you have a comunications issue. This is a Kindle Fire 2 forum I dont have a Kindle 7 HD to trouble shoot your issue. I what I recommend is to factory restore your Kindle Fire and reinstall any driver in you pc and retry. Apart from that I advise to keep trying Kindle 7 HD forum, Sorry
barberboy420 said:
I'm getting this same thing dude and it's really frickin pissin me off! I've posted the issue in like EVERY kindle fire 2 thread and no real help maaaan wth Can someone please give a explanation (in english) I mean I thank the person for making this guide it does help putting all the info on rooting the kf2 in one place its just that one little prob and I bet I'll be good to go
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Sorry if I am a bit late on my response I work a full time job. If you have the same Issue I recommend the same treatment. Looks like a connection issue. Factory reset your Kindle Fire 2 Gen and reinstall kindle drivers.
What OS version are you running on your kindle?
What OS version are you running on your PC?
nice Tut.
The only thing missing is a list of Amazon apps that can by deleted/moved without problems.
My Kindle have after root and install a new Launcher, over 20 Amazon apps.
I think most o then can by deleted/moved.
Flash player installation tutorial would be very nice..
There are plenty of other streaming sites except Youtube they need flash player.
avathor said:
nice Tut.
Flash player installation tutorial would be very nice..
There are plenty of other streaming sites except Youtube they need flash player.
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Install it through aptoide. Look for it in play market.
Install it from the installer and you can delete it after, aptoide app will stay. It won't have many apps as you need to add repos, which happen automatically like this.
In aptoide, search for "Adobe flash"
Will return nothing but you have a button to search on the web
From that page, select Adobe flash and select install.
A file will be downloaded which if you select from the pull down status bar, will start the installation.
You will also be asked if you want to add the repository.
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Thanks for all the great information. I followed your steps and was able to root the kindle fire second generation running the 10.2.4 update.
Only one problem, the Amazon kindle reader does not work if I start it from the Apex launcher (tried other launchers as well), but it still works through the stock launcher. Just wondering if anyone knew a workaround?
Thanks
1st off Thanks for the Guide
I was able to root my kindle that runs 10.2.4 but I am now stuck with no solution
My Kindle is brand spanking new and matter of fact it still has the plastic on it
This is a Christmas present for my brother.
So I never registered it with amazon in regards to buying anything from the app store.
After rooting it I tried to register with the Amazon store so I can install a file manager so I can install the Google apks
but Amazon will not let me register as I always get an error message when i try to log in.
I am assuming I cant log in because of the Root.
Is there any other way to get around this so I can install the apk's
Google services framework apk
Google Play store apk
Google youtube apk
Google chrome apk
ng1and said:
Thanks for all the great information. I followed your steps and was able to root the kindle fire second generation running the 10.2.4 update.
Only one problem, the Amazon kindle reader does not work if I start it from the Apex launcher (tried other launchers as well), but it still works through the stock launcher. Just wondering if anyone knew a workaround?
Thanks
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This is an easy thing to fix. Go to system/app and cut move kindleforoter apk to another folder, and reboot your kindle fire 2 and install kindle app from the the Play Store. Have fun and Enjoy your reading
dre22era said:
1st off Thanks for the Guide
I was able to root my kindle that runs 10.2.4 but I am now stuck with no solution
My Kindle is brand spanking new and matter of fact it still has the plastic on it
This is a Christmas present for my brother.
So I never registered it with amazon in regards to buying anything from the app store.
After rooting it I tried to register with the Amazon store so I can install a file manager so I can install the Google apks
but Amazon will not let me register as I always get an error message when i try to log in.
I am assuming I cant log in because of the Root.
Is there any other way to get around this so I can install the apk's
Google services framework apk
Google Play store apk
Google youtube apk
Google chrome apk
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This is weird root should not do that to your kindle....try to factory restore your kindle and try to log in. I will be checking every few hours for your feedback so your brother can have a wonderfull Christmas gift
Ok, kinda new to this android malarkey.
So if i reset to factory reset, will it remove my root access?
I did a search but i couldnt find anything specific to the KFHD.
No-one?? Just need a yea/ney...?
JaffAWooD said:
No-one?? Just need a yea/ney...?
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I am not positive but I would say , yes , you will lose root...
nimzp said:
I am not positive but I would say , yes , you will lose root...
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Ok, no worries. Thank you for your reply!
On a similar subject, can anyone recommend a good ccleaner-esque app for the KFHD?
Why u wanna losse root with out root kindle is trash
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esema1o said:
Why u wanna losse root with out root kindle is trash
Sent from my SGH-T989 using xda premium
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I think trash is probably a bit harsh..... but anyway i was asking so i DONT loose the root
I did reset to factory defaults and did not loose root. Some people on this forum say that you will. I asked exactly the same question before resetting and was told root will be gone. I had to reset so i had no other choice however tablet was still rooted. Google play store was untouched too. Maybe i was just lucky.
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So far have done a factory reset via the software option choice twice with root on the HD and have not lost it both times. If you do lose root as you have just Factory reset should not take that much time to put it back on the HD.
Superuser and the 'su' binary reside on the system partition.
On the original KFs, the stock 'factory reset' wipes the data and media (sdcard) partitions. On 2nd devices, there is no media partition, only one large data partition is used for both, so that gets wiped.
Wiping the system partition would leave you without an OS to boot to and with no way to restore it, so it is left alone, thus you keep your "root".
"That's a special kind of stupid. The kind that makes me laugh."
soupmagnet said:
Superuser and the 'su' binary reside on the system partition.
On the original KFs, the stock 'factory reset' wipes the data and media (sdcard) partitions. On 2nd devices, there is no media partition, only one large data partition is used for both, so that gets wiped.
Wiping the system partition would leave you without an OS to boot to and with no way to restore it, so it is left alone, thus you keep your "root".
"That's a special kind of stupid. The kind that makes me laugh."
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Erm,,, sorry. Please excuse my mild retardation...
Does that mean if i do, do a factory reset my root/gplay/SU files will still be there? (that that i took from what you said but wanted/needed to be sure!)
JaffAWooD said:
Erm,,, sorry. Please excuse my mild retardation...
Does that mean if i do, do a factory reset my root/gplay/SU files will still be there? (that that i took from what you said but wanted/needed to be sure!)
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Superuser and SU are untouched. Gplay, I'm not sure about...it depends on where everything is installed. I say that because on my 1st gen, where GApps were installed via recovery, the "com.android.vending.apk" is under '/data/app' rather than '/system/app' (not entirely sure why). The GApps.zip package itself doesn't contain a vending.apk so I'm guessing(?) that it's installed after the fact...but to be honest with you, I have no idea.
You should take a look in your '/data/app' folder to make sure there are no Gplay dependent or other necessary packages and make a backup of your data partition just in case.
"That's a special kind of stupid. The kind that makes me laugh."
thanks for your help mate..
basically, i reset it and all is well!
What do you recommend for launchers...? Rocking GoLauncherHD at the mo and its pretty nice least i prefer it over EX.
Root and Google Play for Amazon HD and 2 Kindle Fire HD Software Version
JaffAWooD said:
Ok, kinda new to this android malarkey.
So if i reset to factory reset, will it remove my root access?
I did a search but i couldnt find anything specific to the KFHD.
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JaffAWooD,
Absolutely. When you perform a Factory Reset, everything in /system/xbin is reset to factory defaults.
The su binary is stored in /system/xbin.
You will have the false appearance of being rooted since the /system/app is kept intact, this is where
you will find Superuser.apk. Although, sometimes Factory Resets are needed to solve major issues
and re-rooting is not difficult:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2069117
I lost root after factory reset. But it was easier to root the second time. Be sure to be careful with what files you do/did change. I messed up some factory files because of tinkering before reset..
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prokennexusa said:
JaffAWooD,
Absolutely. When you perform a Factory Reset, everything in /system/xbin is reset to factory defaults.
The su binary is stored in /system/xbin.
You will have the false appearance of being rooted since the /system/app is kept intact, this is where
you will find Superuser.apk. Although, sometimes Factory Resets are needed to solve major issues
and re-rooting is not difficult:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2069117
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Hi,
Thank you for your reply. I have the feeling i have opened a can of worms here - i understood the (basic) defination of 'root' was the ability to get into the system/app folder to load apps/games/loaders etc, etc.. Is this not the case? because after the reset i can still do this using ES File Explorer..?
My brain is beginning to ache! lol I appriciate all the help though...
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JaffAWooD said:
Hi,
Thank you for your reply. I have the feeling i have opened a can of worms here - i understood the (basic) defination of 'root' was the ability to get into the system/app folder to load apps/games/loaders etc, etc.. Is this not the case? because after the reset i can still do this using ES File Explorer..?
My brain is beginning to ache! lol I appriciate all the help though...
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JaffAWooD,
No worries, we are here to help you. Ask as many times as needed until you obtain the answer you need. This
forum was not designed for all experts! To Root the Kindle - the term 'Root' is to give the user 'Superpowers'
which allows you to change the Kindles appearance, install Google Play Store, change the Graphical interface,
etc. When you have Superpowers or specifically Superuser Powers, you will be able to move or remove
programs in the /system/app folder. Now these Powers need to be used with cation since they can also damage
the Kindle if you remove the wrong program that is dependent on the Kindles primary operation. You can install
most programs and games without Root. It is the more advanced programs that may require 'Root Permissions'
to run. Read the description in Google Play Store, it will specifically say 'requires root to function'. Most
Launchers like Go Launcher do not need Root access to function properly. Google Play Store on the other
hand requires Root to install and function properly although most of the Google Applications can be
installed without root. One of the ones that does require root is Gmail since it is dependent on the
Sync Services which is installed directly into the /system/app folder. You will be able to use ES File
Explorer after the Factory Reset, although you will not be able to move or remove anything in
/system/app - does this help a little?
I have the kindle fire hd 7", rooted, with google play running and working. however, some apps, such as pair, say they are not compatible with my device. i had the first kindle fire with cm10, and it ran these apps just fine. why wont they appear, and is there a way to fix it? ive tried sideloading, and they download, but dont install.
I would also to know if there's a fix for that. Anyone ? Thanks.
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Well, I have a similar problem with my HD 7, and my only clue is that there must be some information bytes that the device is not giving the Google place store application. Because the play store looks at both vendor name and screen density, plus other factors I wouldn't know, something is missing. All I can say is that it could be something really simple, or it could be just the early ness of the ROM.
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what i've done
I've found that if I can get the apk file on my device it will still install. All but a couple have worked with no problem. I use my phone to get the apk and then put it on my device
Build.prop is the answer
Simply navigate back to /system/build.prop and change ro.product.model to "GT-I9100", and ro.product.brand to "samsung"
Reboot and all of the market apps should work.
QuantumProcessor said:
Simply navigate back to /system/build.prop and change ro.product.model to "GT-I9100", and ro.product.brand to "samsung"
Reboot and all of the market apps should work.
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Another workaround could be install the android bazaar market to get the APKs
i have the apk i want downloaded, but it will not install. i am running google play, and when i go to that app' s page on gp, it says this application is not compatible with your device.
QuantumProcessor said:
Simply navigate back to /system/build.prop and change ro.product.model to "GT-I9100", and ro.product.brand to "samsung"
Reboot and all of the market apps should work.
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this did not work. it only made my keyboard useless until i changed it back.
I apparently posted in the wrong section (for kindle 2 in case anyone wants to delete that one).
I rooted my 7" Kindle fire HD shortly after getting it. To my surprise there was an automated program that did it for me so I didn't have to learn a whole lot. That was ~ 5 months ago. The big thing was to add the play store and a custom launcher which I did (apex launcher in case it matters).
Yesterday the only launcher available to me was the kindle launcher. I thought perhaps an update went wrong so I uninstalled and reinstalled the apex launcher via the play store. The launcher works, but I have to access it by going to the play store and clicking "open" on the app page (where you could install/uninstall the app). I searched how to install a launcher since I remembered taking different step other than just installing from the play store. The article mentioned going to app/data and when I do it says i no longer have root access.
I tried running the root program and I got a access denied message and root failed try again.
My question ends up being did I actually loose root access or is it something else? All I really need is to have the home button take me to the apex launcher and I wouldn't know anything had changed.
It was suggested that I run root checker (Thanks mindmajick). I did and it said Sorry, no root access. My software version 7.2.3 .
Any suggestions for a next step?
OK, this is no biggie. It happened to me. So if you don't have root access, but you still have play store installed, it's just a matter of rooting it again. But one last thing to check. Go to you file explorer or root explorer and go to " \" I am supposing you know how to do that. You get there by if using es file explorer leading up when you first open it.When you get to \, then you navigate to "system ".Then look file. A folder that is called "Xbin" and open it. If you have a file called "su " in it you are still rooted and I don't know what is going on. If you don't have it, then you just uninstall all things you added from the play store that are system files (optional. If younger like me a bit OCD them you should do it.) Then uninstall superuser and apex, and then reboot. Then root the kindle fire HD again. I suppose you know how to do that.
Please give me a thanks if I helped you, and if this doesn't work, I will see what else we can do.
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A folder that is called "Xbin" and open it. If you have a file called "su " in it you are still rooted and I don't know what is going on. If you don't have it, then you just uninstall all things you added from the play store that are system files (optional. If younger like me a bit OCD them you should do it.) Then uninstall superuser and apex, and then reboot. Then root the kindle fire HD again. I suppose you know how to do that.
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There was not a file called su in the Xbin folder.
So if i'm lazy/busy I can uninstall superuser, apex and then reroot it? Do you know what happened and how it was caused? Is doing as you mentioned preferable to "restoring to factory default" as far as stability with any legacy fragments that will be left?
Sorry if these are beginner questions, but I've really only learned as much as I needed to to root my kindle (which wasn't much). On a related note, is there a post limit where you don't have to keep entering the captchas to post?
Reroot your kindle. Reset to factory defaults will leave some traces, and then you try to reroot it, you get a bricked kindle. just uninstall things manually, the super user application and leave the market on there, but uninstall apex. Then root it using binary tool and qemu. Root.
edit you have to uninstall super user and apex launcher and reboot the kindle. Then you territory it using said methods.
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miztah1999z said:
the super user application and leave the market on there, but uninstall apex. Then root it using binary tool and qemu. Root.
edit you have to uninstall super user and apex launcher and reboot the kindle. Then you territory it using said methods.
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Apex hung on the uninstall, meaning it said uninstalling for about 10 minutes. I rebooted and i was given the option to install it in the play store so I assumed it was gone. Superuser also removed. I tried rooting it using RootQemu. It gave me an error in the second step
"Step 2 - Expoiting...
/system/bin/sh: cannot create /data/local.prop: Permission denied"
OK. I want you to installation bin4y method. You run the run me in that, and make sure adb driver is working. After. Binary method your kindle will be slow and sluggish. That's OK. Run the qemu root and follow instructiona, and you should be fine
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Ok im on my computer now, i will type better. Download the Bin4y Rooting mehtod here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
Then extract it, make sure adb is intalled by going to device manager and plug in kindel, make sure no yello or red exclamation points by Kindle fire or portable device. IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE YOU HAVE LATEST JAVA
THen run the "RunMe.bat" in the Bin4y root folder. Follow the instructions. After you are done with that, kindle will be slow and sluggish. PLug in again, and run Rootqemu method (the "bat" file" ) and follow instructions and if computer doesnt recognize the kindle after each reboot, unplug it and plug it back in. After qemu root done, check kindle for superuser app, and open your es file explorer. GO to settings, and root settings. Put a checkmark by EVERYTHING! and if a popup comes saying "Es file explorer root premission" something like that, click grant/allow. Then you are rooted!
Thanks if i helped.
Still nothing. When I ran the Bin4y is asked if I wanted to do a restore. While I was going wtf do I do now, it apparently timed out and did it anyway.
Once that was done I ran rootqemu and got the same error message: "Step 2 - Expoiting...
/system/bin/sh: cannot create /data/local.prop: Permission denied"
I appreciate your help!
Did you ever disable OTA (Over The Air) Updates? When you rooted the first time were you running 7.2.1 or 7.2.2? The updates will remove root. To me, that's what it sounds like. Someone will have an answer.... in fact, if you are willing to invest $13, you should check out both links in my signature. They would provide a permanent solution to your issue.
Good Luck!
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Still nothing. When I ran the Bin4y is asked if I wanted to do a restore. While I was going wtf do I do now, it apparently timed out and did it anyway.
Once that was done I ran rootqemu and got the same error message: "Step 2 - Expoiting...
/system/bin/sh: cannot create /data/local.prop: Permission denied"
I appreciate your help!
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Do you have ADB drivers and Java the latest version installed? Any way, keep your KFHD unlocked when you are doing the "RunME" from Bin4y ROOT many android method. If you have ADB and Java installed, and your kindle is plugged in a USB 2.0 or 3.0 slot on your computer, you run Bin4y runme and watch for a popup on your kindle that says restore in the bottom left(i think). Press restore. Then after that is done its slow etc etc (in before post) if bin4y is done correctly qemu should run fine.
Krsmqn said:
Did you ever disable OTA (Over The Air) Updates? When you rooted the first time were you running 7.2.1 or 7.2.2? The updates will remove root. To me, that's what it sounds like. Someone will have an answer.... in fact, if you are willing to invest $13, you should check out both links in my signature. They would provide a permanent solution to your issue.
No, I never disabled OTA updates, apparently I should have read a little more than I did...but it worked for a couple of months after the update. I'm in no hurry for a fix...I was going to say I could try making one, but i'm not going to take the time right now for that :silly: . I might look into ordering one just in case.
Good Luck!
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Do you have ADB drivers and Java the latest version installed? Any way, keep your KFHD unlocked when you are doing the "RunME" from Bin4y ROOT many android method. If you have ADB and Java installed, and your kindle is plugged in a USB 2.0 or 3.0 slot on your computer, you run Bin4y runme and watch for a popup on your kindle that says restore in the bottom left(i think). Press restore. Then after that is done its slow etc etc (in before post) if bin4y is done correctly qemu should run fine.
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Yes the adb drivers are installed and I have the latest java. I'm not sure if it was unlocked or not. I did not press restore, when that came up I was too busy going oh sh!t, what do I do now and then it did something on it's own. I don't think it restored it since it is not running slow. I will hopefully have time tomorrow to mess with it a little more.
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Yes the adb drivers are installed and I have the latest java. I'm not sure if it was unlocked or not. I did not press restore, when that came up I was too busy going oh sh!t, what do I do now and then it did something on it's own. I don't think it restored it since it is not running slow. I will hopefully have time tomorrow to mess with it a little more.
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Be sure to click the restore next time. And it WILL be slow and sluggish. Then just remember to use QemuRoot method! THIS IS A MUST! YOU CAN"T DO SH*T ON YOUR KINDLE IF YOU DON'T DO THE QEMUROOT.
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Be sure to click the restore next time. And it WILL be slow and sluggish. Then just remember to use QemuRoot method! THIS IS A MUST! YOU CAN"T DO SH*T ON YOUR KINDLE IF YOU DON'T DO THE QEMUROOT.
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Seems to have worked, just got done with RootQemu and it said it was done. After the restore, I didn't have an pictures (icons, screen saver) which had me a little worried, they came back after step 3 though. Superuser is back on. Now to re-remember what I need to do now (adding turn off OTA updates to the list).
Thanks a lot for your help miztah!!
Krsmqn, i ordered one of those cables just in case I need it in the future. I figure for a few $ i would rather have it than not.
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Seems to have worked, just got done with RootQemu and it said it was done. After the restore, I didn't have an pictures (icons, screen saver) which had me a little worried, they came back after step 3 though. Superuser is back on. Now to re-remember what I need to do now (adding turn off OTA updates to the list).
Thanks a lot for your help miztah!!
Krsmqn, i ordered one of those cables just in case I need it in the future. I figure for a few $ i would rather have it than not.
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No problem, I was in the same predicament as you a couple of weeks ago. Have fun with your rooted kindle! And be sure to disable Amazon OTA updates. Here is a link: (I would use method number 1 because you can use that utility for a while, and use it to fix a bricked Kindle, now that the bootloader has been cracked.) You don't really need that cable unless you are messing around with the bootloader.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2086450
Thanks for the link. The cable is already on it's way via a slow boat from china. Figure I will have it in a month
I am now having a problem with the apex launcher. I had the regular version before and was going to try the pro this time. I installed it and when I go to run it it says "Apex launcher has stopped". When I go to the app description page, it give me the option to force stop but not to uninstall. I tried reinstalling it same thing. I moved the apk file to /system/app and gave it user R/W, group & other read only. then installed. Do i perhaps need to manually delete something?
Try completely removing it from both system /application & data/ application (if applicable), save one to your sdcard. Then instead of clicking on the application to install, long press (on the one you saved to sdcard ) and choose move (to). Move the application to system /app. Do not install. Instead, long press and choose properties (at the bottom of the long press menu ). Change permissions to rw-r-r. Save. Do not Install. Reboot. You should see "kindle is upgrading" upon rebooting. When it's ready, you should have it as a launcher option.
Good luck.
Or you could just delete the apex launcher from system. /Application and the data/app . Then reboot, install apex from play store and move from data application to system application, and change properties to rwxrxr and reboot without installing. Kinda the same thing just a little change in beginning.
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I tried it that way you suggested Krsmqn, same thing, the error message saying apex launcher has stopped. I did not see a file to delete in the data/app folder unless it has an odd name.
miztah1999z said:
Or you could just delete the apex launcher from system. /Application and the data/app . Then reboot, install apex from play store and move from data application to system application, and change properties to rwxrxr and reboot without installing. Kinda the same thing just a little change in beginning.
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Seems to be working so far....I wonder if it was an issue because I was trying to use the pro version?
2 reboots and no issues!!
Zuggel said:
Seems to be working so far....I wonder if it was an issue because I was trying to use the pro version?
2 reboots and no issues!!
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So did you fix it my way or qrsmn way?
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So did you fix it my way or qrsmn way?
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I followed what you had said, d/l from the app store and moving it. When I was in settings it had a message in red about going to recently used apps and removing other loaders listed. I will check when I get home and see if it is still there.
Hello, I bought my Nexus 6 from Amazon (US version) unlocked. I joined Project Fi which requires installation of the Project Fi app. Now I am leaving Project Fi going back to Verizon but I cannot remove the Project Fi app. I'm only able to uninstall all updates, and disable the app. Clearing the cache, disabling the app with SIM removed, rebooting with no SIM, etc. Nothing removes it. I also tried to remove it via the Play Store by holding on it and removing it with the X at the upper right. Well there is no way to select it in the play store, it can only be "enabled".
Project Fi support is of course useless. I know this app did not come on my phone unless it was hidden in a system partition until activation?
Any ideas on how to remove this app totally? I want to get it removed so I can get back on Verizon without it causing issues trying to interact with the SIM. Thank you
wats6831 said:
Hello, I bought my Nexus 6 from Amazon (US version) unlocked. I joined Project Fi which requires installation of the Project Fi app. Now I am leaving Project Fi going back to Verizon but I cannot remove the Project Fi app. I'm only able to uninstall all updates, and disable the app. Clearing the cache, disabling the app with SIM removed, rebooting with no SIM, etc. Nothing removes it. I also tried to remove it via the Play Store by holding on it and removing it with the X at the upper right. Well there is no way to select it in the play store, it can only be "enabled".
Project Fi support is of course useless. I know this app did not come on my phone unless it was hidden in a system partition until activation?
Any ideas on how to remove this app totally? I want to get it removed so I can get back on Verizon without it causing issues trying to interact with the SIM. Thank you
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sure, its very easy, but you need root to remove it, since its a system app. just use a root file explorer to find it in /system/app/, then delete it and reboot. when you boot up, it'll be gone. or, you can perform a factory reset, then boot up first time with your Verizon sim in the phone. then the app will go back into hiding in your system partition.
simms22 said:
sure, its very easy, but you need root to remove it, since its a system app. just use a root file explorer to find it in /system/app/, then delete it and reboot. when you boot up, it'll be gone. or, you can perform a factory reset, then boot up first time with your Verizon sim in the phone. then the app will go back into hiding in your system partition.
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Thank you sir. Just so that I am clear: I need to obtain root via this guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6/general/how-to-nexus-6-one-beginners-guide-t2948481
which will wipe the device. I can then use any root file explorer app to delete the system/app/folder
It's been a while since I've worked on phone but I've been rooting/flashing since the OG DROID. I just want to be very clear before I wipe my device. Thank you again for any clarification.
wats6831 said:
Thank you sir. Just so that I am clear: I need to obtain root via this guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6/general/how-to-nexus-6-one-beginners-guide-t2948481
which will wipe the device. I can then use any root file explorer app to delete the system/app/folder
It's been a while since I've worked on phone but I've been rooting/flashing since the OG DROID. I just want to be very clear before I wipe my device. Thank you again for any clarification.
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well.. yes and no. root has slightly changed since 6.0.1. and i mean slightly.
1. unlock your bootloader(which will wipe your device, so move what you need to your computer). boot up once after this as well.
2. flash the twrp recovery to your phone via fastboot.
3. flash any nexus 6 custom kernel with twrp(new step)
4. flash the latest SuperSU zip(for root)
5. reboot.
the custom kernel will let you obtain root, its needed in there as of 6.0.1. oh, then don't delete the /system/app/ folder, delete the google fi app folder with its apk inside. otherwise you'll delete all your system apps.
simms22 said:
well.. yes and no. root has slightly changed since 6.0.1. and i mean slightly.
1. unlock your bootloader(which will wipe your device, so move what you need to your computer). boot up once after this as well.
2. flash the twrp recovery to your phone via fastboot.
3. flash any nexus 6 custom kernel with twrp(new step)
4. flash the latest SuperSU zip(for root)
5. reboot.
the custom kernel will let you obtain root, its needed in there as of 6.0.1. oh, then don't delete the /system/app/ folder, delete the google fi app folder with its apk inside. otherwise you'll delete all your system apps.
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Ok. So do I still obtain root with the fastboot procedure linked in the FAQ? If not, can you link to a current guide for unlocking the bootloader and flashing the TWRP. I'm also not sure where to get a custom kernal, or which one. After that I think I got it. Thanks.
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Ok. So do I still obtain root with the fastboot procedure linked in the FAQ? If not, can you link to a current guide for unlocking the bootloader and flashing the TWRP. I'm also not sure where to get a custom kernal, or which one. After that I think I got it. Thanks.
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you can always check if you have root by downloading and installing a terminal emulator app from the play store, then open it and type su. if you have root, it'll return a #
simms22 said:
you can always check if you have root by downloading and installing a terminal emulator app from the play store, then open it and type su. if you have root, it'll return a #
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I don't have root, I've never touched this phone. I'm just trying to make sure I understand the correct way to obtain root in 6.0.1. Your post made it sound like maybe that guide I linked wasn't the current way?
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I don't have root, I've never touched this phone. I'm just trying to make sure I understand the correct way to obtain root in 6.0.1. Your post made it sound like maybe that guide I linked wasn't the current way?
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no, it is the correct way. I just added that a kernel has to be flashed as well. but chainfire might have fixed that, I heard that a few hours ago. if he did, then the method is correct. I rooted over a year ago, my n6. so its been a while :angel:
I understand. Thank you for making that clear. I can't even root due to USB driver issues...not sure why. I followed the steps exactly.
I've switched to SuperSU 2.66, so I've just checked it, and you don't need a custom kernel for it anymore, just flash ir frim TWRP.
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sure, its very easy, but you need root to remove it, since its a system app. just use a root file explorer to find it in /system/app/, then delete it and reboot. when you boot up, it'll be gone. or, you can perform a factory reset, then boot up first time with your Verizon sim in the phone. then the app will go back into hiding in your system partition.
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So I unlocked, and rooted with Wugster and SUperSU. I booted first time with my Verizon SIM and project Fi app is still there. I can see it in my apps list, but i can't see it in the system/app/ any clue where it is? thanks.
It's in #/data/user/0/com.google.android.apps.tycho
somewhere but i can't find it
wats6831 said:
So I unlocked, and rooted with Wugster and SUperSU. I booted first time with my Verizon SIM and project Fi app is still there. I can see it in my apps list, but i can't see it in the system/app/ any clue where it is? thanks.
It's in #/data/user/0/com.google.android.apps.tycho
somewhere but i can't find it
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it has a weird name, not fi. its like tycho or something similar. if you look into that folder, its there.
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it has a weird name, not fi. its like tycho or something similar. if you look into that folder, its there.
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ok looking in that folder, i see nothing in any subfolder except for a file called "Switching.xml"
Should I delete the whole tycho folder?
The ProjectFi app is "Tycho"
You can also remove GCS (Google Connectivity Services). Only ProjectFi uses it for joining open wifi networks and the Google VPN, among other things. Totally useless unless you're a Fi'er.
Gandalf said:
The ProjectFi app is "Tycho"
You can also remove GCS (Google Connectivity Services). Only ProjectFi uses it for joining open wifi networks and the Google VPN, among other things. Totally useless unless you're a Fi'er.
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So to be clear should I delete the whole Tycho folder? I don't want the app to show up at all in my app list.
Can GCS be removed or does it have to be deleted in /system/app? thanks.
wats6831 said:
So to be clear should I delete the whole Tycho folder? I don't want the app to show up at all in my app list.
Can GCS be removed or does it have to be deleted in /system/app? thanks.
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You can delete it but I would recommend either Disabling it in Settings > Apps or using Titanium Backup to freeze it. Assuming you're running stock, mounting system rw will cause issues with verity