I've got a Kindle Fire HD that is barred from the Amazon Store. There are no "useful" Apps on like ES File Explorer that I need to install GApps Store. It's Rooted but I can't work out how to sideload the File Explorer.
Any tips or links to guides?
Thanks
Just use the web browser and Google aptoid market download the apk install it by simply selecting it then search for es file explorer or any other apps you need. you should also be able to root it and install play store.
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mrkhigh said:
Just use the web browser and Google aptoid market download the apk install it by simply selecting it then search for es file explorer or any other apps you need. you should also be able to root it and install play store.
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Thanks! I've got Aptoide Market and ES File Explorer now. I don't like the Kindle launcher at all and ideally I want to turn it into a Nexus 7, or as close to it as possible, type of device. Any pointers to guides on how to do this? I've installed Nova Launcher from the Aptiode Market but can't figure out how to get it to run.
Thanks.
I run nova launcher as well it has to be made a system app which means you must have a rooted kindle
I believe you just find the file nova launcher apk named Tesla coil something. Apk and move it into your system folder.
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Honestly though if I were you i would follow the install second boot loader thread by hashcode in the Dev section and then follow the guide to install. Cm
10.2 in the Dev section that is what your kindle is best suited for though since you don't have a fast boot cable you will have to issue a command to put your kindle in fast boot mode BUT if you goof you'll be ordering or making one for your soft bricked kindle
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Pulled this off of the Kindle Fire HD thread, seems to work fine on otter2.
1. Enable installation of applications from unknown sources in Kindle Fire Settings.
2. Install GoogleLoginService.apk.
3. Reboot.
4. Install the Google Apps.
5. Start YouTube. Sign In. It will take you to Google Account Manager to create/use existing Google credentials.
6. Same goes for other apps. In case sign in fails for any of the apps (except Maps/GTalk) drag down the Kindle Fire notification bar, click on the notification for "Permission requested....." and assign required permissions.
The files can be downloaded from here
https://www.box.com/s/kf6n8qpdncscnhmsz3ox
apps with high resolution 256x256 icons for display in Kindle Fire Carousel using the following guide.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1495854
Credits go to abhijitxp for the files.
Root and Gapps Working for me.
I was able to use the same Root Method that the HD uses to gain root on My Fire2
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1893838
After Getting Root I used this method to get the Market/Play Store working.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1893410
After I got both working I was able to install HoloLauncher HD. I moved it from data/app to system/app
and set the permisions to rw-r-r. A reboot gave me the option to select my default launcher.
I may not have a Custom Rom due to the locked bootloaders
but atleast I can enjoy a nice Android experience and use some of the Apps I purchased now.
bodi524 said:
I was able to use the same Root Method that the HD uses to gain root on My Fire2
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1893838
After Getting Root I used this method to get the Market/Play Store working.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1893410
After I got both working I was able to install HoloLauncher HD. I moved it from data/app to system/app
and set the permisions to rw-r-r. A reboot gave me the option to select my default launcher.
I may not have a Custom Rom due to the locked bootloaders
but atleast I can enjoy a nice Android experience and use some of the Apps I purchased now.
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Oh nice man!
What software version did your kf2 have?
If it was 10.1.3 I'm deff gonna follow your steps..
Yes I have the 10.1.3 update. I actually rooted it before I got the update and had to re-root the 10.1.3.
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bodi524 said:
Yes I have the 10.1.3 update. I actually rooted it before I got the update and had to re-root the 10.1.3.
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Awesome man, gonna start the rooting process now. Thanks a ton for sharing the info with me.
So.. if it's rooted and I still hate this thing, what are the steps to unroot and return to stock??
You can try this. Download the update and see if it will install back to 10.1.3
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31538978
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Did you guys use the .bat file to root or follow the manual steps in the video?
EDIT: I used the manual steps in the video successfully.
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Did you guys use the .bat file to root or follow the manual steps in the video?
EDIT: I used the manual steps in the video successfully.
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I used the manual approach, everyone I've talked too has also so,
Seems to be working absolutley fine..
I used the qemu bat file. It worked fine.
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I used the qemu bat file. It worked fine.
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Hey bodi, started a new thread in kindle fire 2 section on how to root, credits are there for ya man for sharing the info with me, thanks again man
bodi524 said:
I used the qemu bat file. It worked fine.
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Where did you find the bat file? Thanks.
mobiletnerd said:
Where did you find the bat file? Thanks.
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Check out this thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1893838
Just rooted two days ago or so, so how do I install Google Play? Sorry, a bit clueless.
* I'm running 7.2.3 by the way
Step 3: Installed google play store using this pages instructions
forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1893410
1. Root your Kindle Fire HD
2. Downloaded and install the GoogleServicesFramework.apk
3. Download Vending.apk
4. Using a file explorer app on the Fire with superuser permissions AND the system file permissions set to Read-Write, move Vending.apk to /system/app.
5. Change the permissions of Vending.apk to User - Read/Write, Group - Read, Others - Read
6. Install Vending.apk
6.5 rebooted
7. The Android Market should show up in your Kindle Fire HD apps. Tap on it and follow the steps.
8. Download and install the Play.apk to upgrade the the android market to the current Play market.
GoogleServicesFramework.apk - mediafire.com/?zaumfwhraxcifqf
Vending.apk - mediafire.com/?31bn3e258jjpj8d
Play.apk - mediafire.com/?wwcqrlfwt8o1gnv
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mrkhigh said:
Step 3: Installed google play store using this pages instructions
forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1893410
1. Root your Kindle Fire HD
2. Downloaded and install the GoogleServicesFramework.apk
3. Download Vending.apk
4. Using a file explorer app on the Fire with superuser permissions AND the system file permissions set to Read-Write, move Vending.apk to /system/app.
5. Change the permissions of Vending.apk to User - Read/Write, Group - Read, Others - Read
6. Install Vending.apk
6.5 rebooted
7. The Android Market should show up in your Kindle Fire HD apps. Tap on it and follow the steps.
8. Download and install the Play.apk to upgrade the the android market to the current Play market.
GoogleServicesFramework.apk - mediafire.com/?zaumfwhraxcifqf
Vending.apk - mediafire.com/?31bn3e258jjpj8d
Play.apk - mediafire.com/?wwcqrlfwt8o1gnv
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When I follow your process, at the end when I open the play store, the app repeatedly crashes, no matter how many times i reboot...
You have root?
Really this is a dated post, referring to the kindle running 7.2.1
Try the link in the post below
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Stupid question did you try rebooting?
mrkhigh said:
You have root?
Really this is a dated post, referring to the kindle running 7.2.1
Try the link in the post below
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Stupid question did you try rebooting?
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I found out myself what i was doing wrong. I didnt move the apk files to the /system/app folder and installed them directly from the downloads folder, because i read that someone said it doesnt matter where you install them.. Also, I noticed that the gplay file is the most play store, and by installing the phonesky apk, it was downgrading my play store to the very first one, which was causing it to crash.
Thanks for the help though!
Hi,
is there anyone who is able to use Firefox for Android successfully?
On my KFHD Firefox will crashes always one or two seconds after the start. Same to the beta version of Firefox.
What goes wrong? Any idea?
Best regards!
Same result, firefox crash, but Opera works perfect :laugh: :good:
Firefox works great for me
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Raymond199483 said:
Firefox works great for me
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Are you on 7.2.3 ?
Yes Im on 7.2.3
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And your device is rooted? Did you have running Google Apps? Which GoogleServicesFramework.apk you have installed?
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No I'm not rooted
The only Google app I have is Google maps
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Firefox crashes except for 10.1 and 10.2 but the new firefox nightly works someone on another thread linked this dropbox file https://dl.dropbox.com/u/54456659/fennec-20.0a1.multi.android-arm.apk I tested it and it works
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I'm encountered the same problem with FF force closing after opening using version 17.0.
Once my Kindle Fire charges back up I'm going to try the nightly builds and if those don't work going to older releases from mozilla's ftp mobile directory.
Sorry I can't post a direct link - I'm too new.
Current setup is an unrooted KFHD 8.9.
Just looking for browser that will let me tweak an ad blocker and javascript to my liking.
I will let you know if any work.
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Installed the current nightly off Mozilla's site - download was called fennec-20.0a1.multi.android-arm.apk - and so far so good even if it feels a bit laggy.
Trying to import bookmarks crashed it for me.
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And your device is rooted? Did you have running Google Apps? Which GoogleServicesFramework.apk you have installed?
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I checked my KFHD but couldn't not find any googleservicesframework.app (looked in /system/app and elsewhere). I tried both releases and nightlies (10, 18 and 19). None of them worked.
My KFHD is a rooted 7" model with the Play Store app installed.
Somewhat off-topic: Why does the Play Store tell me that Chrome is not compatible with my device? Does anybody know what it requires that the KFHD doesn't have without diving into the androidmanifest.xml file of the APK? Thx!
monochromec said:
I checked my KFHD but couldn't not find any googleservicesframework.app (looked in /system/app and elsewhere). I tried both releases and nightlies (10, 18 and 19). None of them worked.
My KFHD is a rooted 7" model with the Play Store app installed.
Somewhat off-topic: Why does the Play Store tell me that Chrome is not compatible with my device? Does anybody know what it requires that the KFHD doesn't have without diving into the androidmanifest.xml file of the APK? Thx!
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It works fine on the kindle fire. Download the apk from somewhere else and install manually. There are copies all over xda
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I have rooted my New Kindle Fire 2, But I cant seem to find either of these exploreres to continue on? Can anyone please explain to me how to get them or find them?
Got to your amazon app store and search for es explorer
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mrkhigh said:
Got to your amazon app store and search for es explorer
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thanks found it, It seems to me the noob Root step by step, Skips some steps.
Root explor best
I use root explorer for file exploring on my device, but es for ftp exploring and moving files from my phone to my kf
Hello.
I have a KF HD that I rooted using this process. http://androidforums.com/kindle-fire-hd-all-things-root/656683-root-kindle-fire-hd-7-a.html
I am trying to install a new launcher because I dislike the stock carousel feature. I want to completely remove it and go to a stock android look.
I downloaded the go launcher hd apk and installed it on the device. I can see the icon but it will not do anything when I click on it. Can anyone please help me?
Thanks for your time
Try installing titanium backup
Then use it to make go launcher a system app
I have very little experience with go launcher,I use nova launcher myself...
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I ended up using kindle free and got it to work. Thanks
crazyjoejoe said:
I ended up using kindle free and got it to work. Thanks
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In principle, to install GO Launcher EX on rooted KFHD7 you have to:
obtain .apk file
put it in the the /system/app (using ES File Explorer, for example)
change permission: user - rw, group - r, other - r
tap on .apk file in ES File Explorer and install the appication