Hi Forum
I`m just new to the forum, and have been looking at ways to root the AMAZON Kindle fire HD, and to be perfectly honest with all forum members i just dont have a clue on how i can Root it myself. I live in the Glasgow. Scotland.
Could anyone direct me, or know of anyone who could do this for me, as i dont think i have the confidence to go about this myself without bricking it?? I know it may be simple for most of you computer wizards out there, but nightmare for me. I got this 7" Fire HD for my good ladies xmas, and it was not my first choice Tablet, (so i`m stuck with it)
I would like to use MY Tablet for Google apps and ALL things Android without Amazon Using me as a cash cow. Dont get me wrong, Amazon will be okay for some item that i may want, but i dont want to be controlled by them.
If anyone can assist me it would be very much appreciated
Cheers
Scottylad
scottylad said:
Hi Forum
I`m just new to the forum, and have been looking at ways to root the AMAZON Kindle fire HD, and to be perfectly honest with all forum members i just dont have a clue on how i can Root it myself. I live in the Glasgow. Scotland.
Could anyone direct me, or know of anyone who could do this for me, as i dont think i have the confidence to go about this myself without bricking it?? I know it may be simple for most of you computer wizards out there, but nightmare for me. I got this 7" Fire HD for my good ladies xmas, and it was not my first choice Tablet, (so i`m stuck with it)
I would like to use MY Tablet for Google apps and ALL things Android without Amazon Using me as a cash cow. Dont get me wrong, Amazon will be okay for some item that i may want, but i dont want to be controlled by them.
If anyone can assist me it would be very much appreciated
Cheers
Scottylad
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Hey man well welcome to our community! This forum is full of information on all different types of devices, including the kindle fire HD 7" model. My suggestion to you is do a little more research on this forum. A lot of people on here will just tell you to do the reasearch before posting questions like this because we have all done the same and it is all on this forum. Don't take it the wrong way, it's just are way of saying you might want a little more knowledge on what exactly rooting a kindle means and what comes with it. I can point you in a few directions; Here's some links to look into:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2096888 this link is good and I believe they just added an autmoted root to the tool! Also: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1552547 this link as you can see is for begginers, like you. It helped me out so much with the language and just about everything! Just remember research, read and read some more and it will not be as confusing! If you need anything else just post back here and I'll see if I can point you in the right direction. Good Luck!:good:
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scottylad said:
Hi Forum
I`m just new to the forum, and have been looking at ways to root the AMAZON Kindle fire HD, and to be perfectly honest with all forum members i just dont have a clue on how i can Root it myself. I live in the Glasgow. Scotland.
Could anyone direct me, or know of anyone who could do this for me, as i dont think i have the confidence to go about this myself without bricking it?? I know it may be simple for most of you computer wizards out there, but nightmare for me. I got this 7" Fire HD for my good ladies xmas, and it was not my first choice Tablet, (so i`m stuck with it)
I would like to use MY Tablet for Google apps and ALL things Android without Amazon Using me as a cash cow. Dont get me wrong, Amazon will be okay for some item that i may want, but i dont want to be controlled by them.
If anyone can assist me it would be very much appreciated
Cheers
Scottylad
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scottylad,
Please check out our App to Root the Kindle, Install Google Play and Install Google Apps:
[BACKUP][RECOVERY] Kindle Fire HD and 2 First Aide Software - Noob (Simple) Version
Inside our software is the Kindle driver too.
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Can we please *pretty please* get separate posting areas for all these stupid versions of this damn kindle.
I'm so frustrated looking for help to root this thing and finding all kinds of conflicting threads because the kindle naming conventions are pure garbage. I have the newest kindle fire HD which is the 3rd generation (11.3.1) and i'm pretty sure its called 7" Kindle Fire HD. But you have KFHD (which is what, gen 1?) And then you have Kindle Fire HD 2 which most people think is the newest one but is not.
I'm so damn confused and i'm sure more than 50% of the folks on here are. I guarantee half of the bricks floating around here are from the dumb ass naming conventions and confusion its causing.
so... can we please get separate sections for these kindles to help us all keep our sanity?
thanks!
I'm so frustrated looking for help to root this thing and finding all kinds of conflicting threads because the kindle naming conventions are pure garbage. I have the newest kindle fire HD which is the 3rd generation (11.3.1) and i'm pretty sure its called 7" Kindle Fire HD. But you have KFHD (which is what, gen 1?) And then you have Kindle Fire HD 2 which most people think is the newest one but is not.
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Then you need to research or just ask. Going off a name only part of it. The firmware is what will dictate the exact device you are using and which mod is OK to use. The Kindle is a different animal from many other tablets.
I'm so damn confused and i'm sure more than 50% of the folks on here are.
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Just ask around, you will get a good answer.
I guarantee half of the bricks floating around here are from the dumb ass naming conventions and confusion its causing.
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No one makes anyone start modding. This is a personal responsibility issue. It's up to the owner to make sure they know what they are using and ask if they don't know. This forum has some of the most decent and knowledgeable people helping out in it for countless hours. If you have a question then just ask.
so... can we please get separate sections for these kindles to help us all keep our sanity?
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The only Kindle that does not officially have it own area yet it the Kindle fire HD 7 (3rd gen) KFSOWI 11.x.x.x But there is only a root and adding Google Play for it right now so the basic thread that exists seems to be working at it for the moment. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2544736 I'm not a moderator but figured I could field you to the topic you're probably looking for.
LinearEquation said:
The only Kindle that does not officially have it own area yet it the Kindle fire HD 7 (3rd gen) KFSOWI 11.x.x.x But there is only a root and adding Google Play for it right now so the basic thread that exists seems to be working at it for the moment. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2544736 I'm not a moderator but figured I could field you to the topic you're probably looking for.
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LE - thank you! this is really the piece i'm struggling with. I have the KFSOW 11xxxx and am struggling to find good stuff. I did finally get the root and gapps. Would kill for some custom ROMS !!!!
thanks again
SCI
SilverCi said:
LE - thank you! this is really the piece i'm struggling with. I have the KFSOW 11xxxx and am struggling to find good stuff. I did finally get the root and gapps. Would kill for some custom ROMS !!!!
thanks again
SCI
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You're welcome.
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The 3rd generation is the HDX isn't it?
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RedsonRising said:
The 3rd generation is the HDX isn't it?
Sent from my CM 10.2 modded KFHD_7
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Not just the HDX but also the 2nd version of the Kindle Fire HD 1.5ghz (2013) vs the 1st model 1.2ghz. (2012)
Except its still called the 3rd generation Kindle to everyone else or just the Kindle 2013 version.
We need a custom forum for this model because as of right now its not only confusing to some members, it's just what needs to be done.
Can a moderator please create a new forum for these 3rd generation Kindle Fire HD 7" ?
thanks!
Agreed this is getting confusing. Need a KFTT and KFSOWI section
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Yes moderators can make other for 3rd generation KFHD 7' if they want.. i agree with you now its an demand.
Hey Guys,
i just got a a Kindle Fire HD 7 2013 and was looking around here for roms etc.
I allready found the root thread thats nice. But as I see nobody is working on this device? I am now sure i ready thw whole Forum and didnt found any interessting thing about it. There was one post a few time ago that someone (i dont find the thread) said that Hashcode is working on this device is that truth? Someone has may some infos would be nice. I really hate the FireOS and it would be cool to see may a CM for this.
I am actuelly thinking about to send it back because i dont want this FireOS with all it stuff i dont need and this special offers. If nobody is working on it i going to send in and get my money back (i got it for 70€ that why i "insta" shop it and didnt checked forum before).
One thing more it is really confusing with all this post etc. its hard to see if the post is for the Kindel Fire HD 2012 or 2013 any idea how i can better find posts for the 2013 modell? Most threads are named "Kindel Fire HD 7".
To the end sry for my bad english hope you can understand me
Greetings Abgeloust
Hey!
What we need is time.. actually there are People working on this device. No CM for now, but the plan is to get Google Play fully working (which is already on a good way) and build a rom that is AOSPish-looking.
Someday there will be a CM for this device.. its too low on price to stay unattended.
Actual Development is ongoing in this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2544736
Have a look at the last few sites to have an idea whats going on.
Keinbockwurst said:
Hey!
What we need is time.. actually there are People working on this device. No CM for now, but the plan is to get Google Play fully working (which is already on a good way) and build a rom that is AOSPish-looking.
Someday there will be a CM for this device.. its too low on price to stay unattended.
Actual Development is ongoing in this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2544736
Have a look at the last few sites to have an idea whats going on.
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Thanks Mate! I going to have a lokk on this.
Hi
I have ordered an Amazon Fire Tablet from Amazon and it should be here soon. Ideally I would like to root it and put CM12.1 on the tablet. Main reason for this is speed/KODI.
I have had a read around the forum and my head is blown! So much information to take in.
Once I get the tablet, I am planning not to connect it to the internet to stop it updating.
If anyone has purchased the tablet from Amazon recently, what version of the software are they shipped with?
Can someone please give me a high level guide of the steps to take?
Apologies for the 1000's of questions, it has been a while since I have done anything like this.
Any help is appreciated.
Thanks,
Riyaz_7
My recently ordered tablet shipped with 5.1.1.0. It had a bit of dust behind the screen so I got a replacement which came with 5.3.1.0.
Regarding steps, the general thread is good enough.
riyaz_7 said:
Hi
I have ordered an Amazon Fire Tablet from Amazon and it should be here soon. Ideally I would like to root it and put CM12.1 on the tablet. Main reason for this is speed/KODI.
I have had a read around the forum and my head is blown! So much information to take in.
Once I get the tablet, I am planning not to connect it to the internet to stop it updating.
If anyone has purchased the tablet from Amazon recently, what version of the software are they shipped with?
Can someone please give me a high level guide of the steps to take?
Apologies for the 1000's of questions, it has been a while since I have done anything like this.
Any help is appreciated.
Thanks,
Riyaz_7
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Start with forum index and CM 12.1 thread. Pay particular attention to the OP and recent posts. Plan on doing some reading as everything you need has been posted multiple times. Ask specific questions as needed (after doing preliminary homework).
Reposting per recommendation from another thread on XDA. Sorry for posting in the wrong location!
ZeldaG said:
Hey guys, I'm brand new to some of this stuff so please bear with me. I've tried hunting all over the internet for help and at this point XDA is my last hope.
I've got a Kindle Fire 7 (5th Gen) that I previously used for reading books and whatnot. It's gotten so slow to the point it's intolerable and even on factory reset it's lagging pretty bad. I've wanted to try to remove the Fire OS from it for some time but never really could figure it out and today when I did try to do so I ran across some problems. I'm at the point where I really don't know what I'm doing and I don't want to brick it.
My version, according to the tablet, is Fire OS 5.3.6.4. I'd really like to get this thing converted over but I'm seeing that in some cases this device cannot be rooted because it cannot be downgraded. I'd like to hear it directly from the professionals that do this stuff in their daily lives.
So, I suppose in summary, is it even remotely possible for me to get this thing over to some kind of standard Android? If so, how do I do it? You're really going to have to break it down for me because I don't know anything about Flash Fire and some of these mods I'm seeing. I do computers, not tablets. Lol.
Thank you so so much!
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Reposting per recommendation from another thread on XDA. Sorry for posting in the wrong location!
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This is the procedure you'll need to follow. Not for the faint of heart; involves opening the device and running software you likely have no familiarity with. I suggest you consider a $64 USD Onn tablet from Walmart that runs the latest version of Android right out of box. Good luck, mate.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire/development/unlock-fire-t3899860
I found out about this forum yesterday. I downloaded and installed the Fire Toolbox. I managed to work through the functions to get it more like an Android device. Now I hope to learn a lot more from the experts who are here. My most important reason for joining is to get my Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet to show movies on my TV when we go camping. So far I am hoping there are answers to this problem that will make a lot of people happy.
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I found out about this forum yesterday. I downloaded and installed the Fire Toolbox. I managed to work through the functions to get it more like an Android device. Now I hope to learn a lot more from the experts who are here. My most important reason for joining is to get my Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet to show movies on my TV when we go camping. So far I am hoping there are answers to this problem that will make a lot of people happy.
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Welcome aboard,
Most likely you will find help on your issue.
Enjoy your stay