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Hi all,
Successfully rooted, flashed, and installed jelly bean 4.3 on my kindle fire HD 7 NY following seokhun's guide here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2271909
Now wondering of anyone had tried installing Ubuntu on the kfhd. Official Ubuntu touch should be released later this month. Developer preview out now but only officially supports a few Samsung devices.
Might take a gander on how to go about installing the preview later this week. My guess is that there will have to be tweaks made to cm before it'll work properly.
See more here https://wiki.ubuntu.com/Touch/Install
It was ported to the first gen, kf2, and 8.9", I am considering trying to make a mini base like hashcode did for the 7" model, but I need to ask him a few questions probably before I start trying to flash test builds onto my own device.
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stunts513 said:
It was ported to the first gen, kf2, and 8.9", I am considering trying to make a mini base like hashcode did for the 7" model, but I need to ask him a few questions probably before I start trying to flash test builds onto my own device.
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Ubuntu itself was ported or do you mean chrooted? Or do you mean your working with the developer preview of ubuntu touch? I've seen plenty of people run Ubuntu chrooted but to my knowledge its more similar to a VM on android. I've long suspected that it was possible to boot into the full desktop version of Ubuntu on android systems but haven't seen or heard of it being done. Luckilly an official build of ubuntu for tablets and phones is being released soon.
I meant the Ubuntu touch preview, we already can test it out on the other kindles but we have to use an older version of the preview because of a bug the came into play when they went to a flipped os until hashcode fixes it.
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Wow, great news.
Is there anywhere I can follow progress of successful ports?
Just look at the threads in the android development sections for the kindles, there is no 7" android minibase available, but if I'm not busy I might give a shot at making one, not too sure if the kernel will compile smoothly on Ubuntu 10.04 LTS, but eh I'll maybe give it a shot sometime next week. Hard part is I have no idea about the initial stuff that runs as I'm more of a Linux pc person than a android person( even though Linux is at the base of android and Ubuntu touch.)
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Thabks & will do. Actually just found hashcodes thread here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2168221 and the Ubuntu device wiki here: https://wiki.ubuntu.com/Touch/Devices if anyone is interested.
Good look if you attempt to modify and build the base code yourself. Keep us updated!
This will be used to detail how to get LinuxonAndroid running on the GPad and the process of QPair support to bring new and interesting features to the project as a whole.
Step 1 - Install Linux on the tablet
We shall start by using the standard Complete Linux Installer to install and run Linux with the GUI pumped over VNC (Frame buffer method coming soon!), this method works on most devices and is the most universal but as the project develops in the coming weeks a better method for the GPad will be developed.
Anyway on with installing!
Root
First things first you will need to root your tablet, currently my tablet is running Stock V50020d with root.
The below will most likely work on other ROMs as long as you have root it should work!
(A custom ROM may be developed for further features.. watch this space)
Download
Now we have root you will need to download the below:
Complete Linux Installer
Terminal Emulator
VNC View (I recommend PocketCloud)
Finally download A Linux .img file from our source forge site HERE, I recommend and will be using Ubuntu 13.10 Small ext4. Once downloaded extract the .zip file and copy the .img to your devices memory (internal memory or sdcard).
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LinuxonAndroid - GPad, Device Specific App for the LG G Pad 8.3
Contributors
zacthespack
Version Information
Status: Testing
Created 2014-11-01
Last Updated 2014-11-12
Let me understand, you want to port QPair to linux that will run on the G pad?
Disclaimer: I'm also in the challange but the idea of running linux on the tablet is really interesting.
yoavst said:
Let me understand, you want to port QPair to linux that will run on the G pad?
Disclaimer: I'm also in the challange but the idea of running linux on the tablet is really interesting.
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I guess @zacthespack wants to use linuxonandroid on tab and sync stuff with a third party such as keyboard, etc using QPair.
Another Disclaimer here Good luck to everyone!
SferaDev said:
I guess @zacthespack wants to use linuxonandroid on tab and sync stuff with a third party such as keyboard, etc using QPair.
Another Disclaimer here Good luck to everyone!
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Bingo!
With linuxonandroid running on the tablet we could then use QPair to allow the user to have a phone (or another tablet..?) as the mouse/keyboard for Linux
posted first steps in OP to start getting LoA running on the tablet.
Everything is running very well, I shall finish the guide shortly to get LoA running but really the app install guide will work perfectly.
Next step I will be releasing a special Ubuntu 14.10 image which will be the supported image for QPair features and other changes for the GPad.
it say I need a loopable kernel which I didn't find for stock LG rom...
yoavst said:
it say I need a loopable kernel which I didn't find for stock LG rom...
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Stock LG kernel does have loop support so you should have no issue here, if you are having another issue getting linux to start let me know, shall be updated the OP in the next few days
As you know voting is now live so please do vote for the project!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/dev...-voting/xda-lg-contest-voting-thread-t2978598
Howdy, cool project. Couple of questions. I'm looking for a reason to install Linux on my tablet, but also understand that I can remotely view my home system with vnc. So what would be the benefit?
Is there more control using Linux to Linux?
Does this mean I could open into my home system, make changes to my kernel, compile, and upload to a server from my tablet?? Late night insomnia while in the mountains would be awesome. I would have to tether my tablet to my phone for WiFi, and run through Linux? This sounds pretty awesome.
Tell me the reasons it won't work.
Pretty awesome OP. Thanks!
Cant log in ubuntu
Can somebody tell me why im not able to boot?im running lollipop with red kernel and before i was running kitkat and still the same.Im my g2 there is no problem but on tab doesn work.I download complete linux installer,busybox,terminal and vnc and i never get the @root.i trh also a differend image but nothing.Any help will be appreciate
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[SIZE=+1]Q1: Which Amazon (Kindle) Fire Do I have?[/SIZE]Fire Index: Which Amazon (Kindle) Fire Do I have?
[SIZE=+1]Q2: Can the Amazon Fire 5th Gen be rooted?[/SIZE]
Fire OS 5.3.1.0 was the last rootable version for all Fires,
except the 7th Gen HD 10.
Do not attempt to downgrade. - 7th Oct 2018
Yes, System version 5.3.1 can be rooted but not downgraded, trying will brick it. - 28 Nov 2016
system versions 5.1.4, 5.1.3, & 5.1.2.1 cannot be rooted, but can be downgraded to 5.1.2, see Q14
Yes, system versions 5.1.2, 5.1.1, & 5.0.X can be rooted with Kingoroot
Kingroot thread KingRoot thread or RootJunky SuperTool
then see rootjunky's supersume video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3O3DcpeS_Ic
or manually install supersu with a terminal emulator
http://www.w0lfdroid.com/2015/05/How-to-Remove-Replace-KingUser-KingRoot-with-SuperSU.html
Yes, system versions 5.0.0-5.1.1 can be rooted see Device Tools, Root/Un-root/Un-brick methods
[SIZE=+1]Q3: Can The bootloader be Unlocked?[/SIZE]No the Bootloader cannot be Unlocked. - 06 Oct 2015
[SIZE=+1]Q4: Can Custom Roms be Installed?[/SIZE]Yes, see Custom Roms
[SIZE=+1]Q5: Can Custom recovery be Installed?[/SIZE]No, currently Custom Recoveries can only be booted temporally using Fastboot.exe see Device Tools, Root/Un-root/Un-brick methods -22 Nov 2015
[SIZE=+1]Q6: Can Google apps be Installed?[/SIZE]Yes, see Installing Google Framework/Playstore without Root
[SIZE=+1]Q7: How can I block updates and Replace the Fire (Stock) Launcher?[/SIZE]A few different options
Safe to remove 5.0.1 Bloatware
Adb Shell Pm Hide as much bloat and amazon as you can by k3ll0gs
Amazon-Fire-5th-Gen-Install-Play-Store.zip by Tomsgt
[SIZE=+1]Q8: How do I Unroot?[/SIZE]Unrooting is can be done from the supersu app that is installed in the rooting process, but unrooting is different than returning to full stock.
[SIZE=+1]Q9: How do I Restore Stock Firmware?[/SIZE]To restore full stock see Device Tools, Root/Un-root/Un-brick methods
[SIZE=+1]Q10: How do I use adb/fastboot?[/SIZE]Setting up adb/fastboot
[SIZE=+1]Q11: Play Store app is showing up as "Play Store | Work"?[/SIZE]I think every one with that issue, has a grandfathered free Google Apps Account
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=63833958&postcount=27
[SIZE=+1]Q12: Is there a way to set up all your downloads to go to your micro SD card and not your internal storage?[/SIZE]install ES File Explorer>open ES>settings>Directory settings>Download path/backup arrow (on popup)> /storage/sdcard1>OK
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[SIZE=+1]Q14: Cannot boot to stock recovery using button combination[/SIZE]Use Fastboot.exe command
Code:
fastboot.exe oem reboot-recovery
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or use Super tools reboot recovery option
[SIZE=+1]Q15: Can Firmware be Downgraded?[/SIZE]Yes, in some cases
Downgrading Options
System version 5.1.4, 5.1.3 & 5.1.2.1 can be downgraded to 5.1.2 - 6 June 2015
System version 5.1.4, 5.1.3, 5.1.2.1, and 5.1.2 cannot be downgraded to 5.1.1 or lower, trying will brick the Fire
System Version 5.1.X cannot be downgraded to 5.0.X. trying will brick the Fire
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[SIZE=+1]Q16: Are there any Android 6+ (CM13) custom roms? [/SIZE]No, the locked bootloader prevents newer android versions from booting. - 20 Aug 2016
[SIZE=+1]Q17: Will stock rom be updated to Android 6+?[/SIZE]Probably yes, but still unknown, if it is I likely will be late 2016 or later
[SIZE=+1]Q18: Is there a scatter file for the 2015 Fire?[/SIZE]See
http://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire/development/bootloader-unlock-ideas-t3289721
and
http://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire/development/unbrick-fire-7-5th-gen-downgrade-t3388747
[SIZE=+1]Q18: Error: Service Installation Section in this INF is invalid in Windows(MTP,USB storage driver)
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shimp208 said:
@sd_shadow Feel free to add me to the supporters in this thread list, just ordered mine and ready to help the cause!
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Done.
What are the odds that we'll see rotting/boot loader unlock/custom roms for this?
happydish said:
What are the odds that we'll see rotting/boot loader unlock/custom roms for this?
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Just a guess.
80% chance of root
30% chance of unlocking bootloader.
from what I've seen over the years, the more popular the device is - the more likely we'll see it customized. I plan on getting one because I think the market will be flooded which should mean that there will be a lot of developers playing around with it
Hello guys, just a quick question here. Would you recommend me buying the new 50 usd Fire? I've been looking for a budget tablet and this one seems like a really good deal
carledudo said:
Hello guys, just a quick question here. Would you recommend me buying the new 50 usd Fire? I've been looking for a budget tablet and this one seems like a really good deal
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In 2 days we will know more.
Depends on what you want from a Tablet, but you likely will not find a better tablet for the price.
sd_shadow said:
In 2 days we will know more.
Depends on what you want from a Tablet, but you likely will not find a better tablet for the price.
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I mainly want it for social media like twitter and tumblr, and as an eBook reader, so I hope it will get the job done
carledudo said:
I mainly want it for social media like twitter and tumblr, and as an eBook reader, so I hope it will get the job done
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The main limited factor on release will be that it will be limited to the Amazon Store. Once we get Google Play Side-Loaded and hopefully an eventual root, you can expect more out of it.
Sideload Google Play
I have successfully gotten Google Play to sideload on my Amazon Fire. One thing that's surprising to me is the ending code for Google Play Services. When I updated it through the Play Store, it grabbed suffix -230. Does this mean that the 5th gen has Android 5.x? I can't find the Android OS version on the tablet.
( From APK Mirror )
* X defines Android version:
0 for Android <5.0
2 for Android 5.0 and 5.1 starting with Play Services v8
4 for Android 5.0 and 5.1 before Play Services v8, Android >= 6.0 after
7 for Android 5.0
8 for Android TV
Mystiana said:
I have successfully gotten Google Play to sideload on my Amazon Fire. One thing that's surprising to me is the ending code for Google Play Services. When I updated it through the Play Store, it grabbed suffix -230. Does this mean that the 5th gen has Android 5.x? I can't find the Android OS version on the tablet.
( From APK Mirror )
* X defines Android version:
0 for Android <5.0
2 for Android 5.0 and 5.1 starting with Play Services v8
4 for Android 5.0 and 5.1 before Play Services v8, Android >= 6.0 after
7 for Android 5.0
8 for Android TV
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yes, I've posted android versions here
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How To Sideload Google Play
I don't know if this is the right place to post this, so if it's not, please move it and let me know.
1) Download ES File Explorer from the Amazon Marketplace. It's free.
2) Enable Developer mode and ADB -- Amazon Fire (2015) Tips and Tricks
3) Find the four APKs needed to install Google Play. Versions I used are listed:
Google Play (v5.9.12)
Google Play Services (v8.1.15 2250156-230)*
Gmail (v5.6.103338659.release)
Google Account Manager (v4.4.4-1227136)
* I used -010 and it worked, but complained until I could download -230 from Google Play. Which means -030 should work as well.
APK's 1-3 can be found on apkmirror.com, but the last one can't. If you're like me, you don't trust random mediafire links, so eventually I figured out how to create and transfer the APK from my Galaxy S4 (using App Backup & Restore) which did the trick. If someone wants to host this somewhere official, I can send it to them, but it doesn't look like I can just attach a file, because I'm noob level here.
4) Once the APKs are installed, Services is unable to contact Google. Using this guide, allow Services the access it needs with adb.
5) Restart the Amazon Fire and open Google Play to confirm it's working.
I did this purely for a cheap device my children can play Ingress on. Despite what I've read online, Google Play works without any issues at all. I'll still be testing it during the week (as well as sideloading their Fire's), so if I have updates to this, I'll be sure to post it. Since the Fire isn't rooted, everything in the Amazon Marketplace works, even Underground.
Enjoy
Mystiana said:
I don't know if this is the right place to post this, so if it's not, please move it and let me know.
1) Download ES File Explorer from the Amazon Marketplace. It's free.
2) Enable Developer mode and ADB -- Amazon Fire (2015) Tips and Tricks
3) Find the four APKs needed to install Google Play. Versions I used are listed:
Google Play (v5.9.12)
Google Play Services (v8.1.15 2250156-230)*
Gmail (v5.6.103338659.release)
Google Account Manager (v4.4.4-1227136)
* I used -010 and it worked, but complained until I could download -230 from Google Play. Which means -030 should work as well.
APK's 1-3 can be found on apkmirror.com, but the last one can't. If you're like me, you don't trust random mediafire links, so eventually I figured out how to create and transfer the APK from my Galaxy S4 (using App Backup & Restore) which did the trick. If someone wants to host this somewhere official, I can send it to them, but it doesn't look like I can just attach a file, because I'm noob level here.
4) Once the APKs are installed, Services is unable to contact Google. Using this guide, allow Services the access it needs with adb.
5) Restart the Amazon Fire and open Google Play to confirm it's working.
I did this purely for a cheap device my children can play Ingress on. Despite what I've read online, Google Play works without any issues at all. I'll still be testing it during the week (as well as sideloading their Fire's), so if I have updates to this, I'll be sure to post it. Since the Fire isn't rooted, everything in the Amazon Marketplace works, even Underground.
Enjoy
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I tried Play Store install on following this post. Worked fine, just had to update Play Services(?) when installing Play Movies app. No need for adb or root. Worked even without a reboot but did one anyway. The Google Settings app won't open, though I don't think that really matters (never used it before..)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/fire-phone/general/fire-phone-how-to-install-google-play-t2977237
xcly said:
I tried Play Store install on following this post. Worked fine, just had to update Play Services(?) when installing Play Movies app. No need for adb or root. Worked even without a reboot but did one anyway. The Google Settings app won't open, though I don't think that really matters (never used it before..)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/fire-phone/general/fire-phone-how-to-install-google-play-t2977237
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Good to know you didn't need adb. I was having some trouble with it registering my account through Play without it. However, my Google Settings does load, so maybe the adb helps.
I'll do another Fire tonight and test these things.
Mystiana said:
Good to know you didn't need adb. I was having some trouble with it registering my account through Play without it. However, my Google Settings does load, so maybe the adb helps.
I'll do another Fire tonight and test these things.
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Small update: Paid apps, google apps all work fine without adb but apps that utilise Play Services don't work.. Perhaps you were right all along
EDIT: It's working now. I used this tutorial: http://forum.xda-developers.com/kindle-fire-hdx/themes-apps/how-to-install-gapps-root-t2954372 Probably the restarting was the key. But I can't get Google Settings to start.
What version of FireOS are you running? Do you have the 5.0.1 update? Interestingly I can't get Google Play running following your guide. When I open the store, the page where I have to log in does not finish to load.
The Google Account Manager I used is Version 5.1.1. Any Idea where I can find an older version?
I've never ported a ROM before but would really like to port Ubuntu Touch to my new device.
If anyone can point me in the direction of what to read to begin, I'd greatly appreciate it
Edit 2 add
I've seen ubports runs natively on another tablet with the same\similar soc as in my 9th Gen fire 7 tablet.
(BQ Aquarius M10)
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AmznUser444 Dev said:
You cannot port the Ubuntu on your Fire tablet. The MTK SoCs is not porting to x86 operating system.
You must be use the remote desktop such as TeamViewer or Microsoft Remote Desktop and running Ubuntu on VirtualBox or VMWare Workstation on your Windows PC.
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"Ubuntu touch" is an o\s for phones and tablets, on arm architecture.
Obviously x86 (x86_64) software will not run
AmznUser444 Dev said:
You cannot port the Ubuntu on your Fire tablet. The MTK SoCs is not porting to x86 operating system.
You must be use the remote desktop such as TeamViewer or Microsoft Remote Desktop and running Ubuntu on VirtualBox or VMWare Workstation on your Windows PC.
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Read this...
http://docs.ubports.com/en/latest/porting/introduction.html
Halium os (It's Ubuntu touch that is based on LOS)
I have tried porting this to my phone before but with no luck(I got a working halium kernel but couldn't get ssh working) . This will probably be easier to Port to a tablet because less going on. Good luck!
Edit: lol, I did not see that you found the ubports guide already.
ANDROID2468 said:
Read this...
http://docs.ubports.com/en/latest/porting/introduction.html
Halium os (It's Ubuntu touch that is based on LOS)
I have tried porting this to my phone before but with no luck(I got a working halium kernel but couldn't get ssh working) . This will probably be easier to Port to a tablet because less going on. Good luck!
Edit: lol, I did not see that you found the ubports guide already.
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Thanks for your response. I've got a day-off on Thursday and I'll investigate further then.
ANDROID2468 said:
Read this...
http://docs.ubports.com/en/latest/porting/introduction.html
Halium os (It's Ubuntu touch that is based on LOS)
I have tried porting this to my phone before but with no luck(I got a working halium kernel but couldn't get ssh working) . This will probably be easier to Port to a tablet because less going on. Good luck!
Edit: lol, I did not see that you found the ubports guide already.
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@ANDROID2468, It's Ubuntu touch (Hailum OS) we port to ARM architecture
Porting Ubports to Fire 7 2015/2017
AmznUser444 Dev said:
@ANDROID2468, It's Ubuntu touch (Hailum OS) we port to ARM architecture
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If this works, please do it for the Fire 7 2017 too. Android is too much for this tablet. I could help a bit too (my knowledge of making ROMs and building them are low though :fingers-crossed
But now I have become distracted by work.
It is still an idea I have in my head, for when I have more time. I've not given up the dream.
For now, the sources for lineage 14.1 are incredibly "work in progress" anyway
Hello dear community,
I have a 9th generation Fire 7 with OS 7.3.1.7 from a good friend.
The device is to be bricked.
Professionally I am an IT system electronics technician and as a hobby I am a tecnican-freak, but this is where I reach my limits.
I have already opened the device and tried the hardware method, but I also get an error message in the terminal. So that I cannot unlock the device or the bootloader.
With MTK-SU this is no longer possible with the OS as I have already read and tested.
My question is, is it still possible to crack the device with this build (date 12/20/20)?
Or am I doing something wrong?
Linux installation
mustang
magisk
everything followed as described in these instructions https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/fire-7-2019-mustang-unbrick-downgrade-unlock-root.3944365/
A reasonable instruction video would be desirable if something like that exists
I'm from Germany so sorry if the English is a bit broken
But I hope there is some way to help me
Many Thanks
Edit:
regularly at Check GPT it breaks off see on pic 2
sudoers said:
Hello dear community,
I have a 9th generation Fire 7 with OS 7.3.1.7 from a good friend.
The device is to be bricked.
Professionally I am an IT system electronics technician and as a hobby I am a tecnican-freak, but this is where I reach my limits.
I have already opened the device and tried the hardware method, but I also get an error message in the terminal. So that I cannot unlock the device or the bootloader.
With MTK-SU this is no longer possible with the OS as I have already read and tested.
My question is, is it still possible to crack the device with this build (date 12/20/20)?
Or am I doing something wrong?
Linux installation
mustang
magisk
everything followed as described in these instructions https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/fire-7-2019-mustang-unbrick-downgrade-unlock-root.3944365/
A reasonable instruction video would be desirable if something like that exists
I'm from Germany so sorry if the English is a bit broken
But I hope there is some way to help me
Many Thanks
Edit:
regularly at Check GPT it breaks off see on pic 2
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What device is listed as a lsusb? If you can access the bootrom (MediaTek Phone 6227) you have hope
If you are willing to experiment I have a couple ideas I've been contemplating as I have a device I want to root also.
Basically two methods mirroring the original, a hardware method (involves probing SPI/UART) or software method leveraging finding a exploit in userspace. (linux or arm based)
WARNING: DO NOT PROCEED IF YOU WANT TO KEEP YOUR DEVICE
I HAVE NOT TESTED ANYTHING PERSONALLY!
I'm just spitballing from a perspective of a advanced Electronics engineer and Linux backround. (none in pentesting or ANDROID environments) Which is what we need.
The Mediatek vulnerability was a once in 5 years exploit and it seems unlikely to find another exploit that wide open.
For the hardware method you'd need a USB - > TTL/UART/SPI adaptor you could try to crack root but if there isn't even a login console then you are out of luck with that aspect.
Proposed software methods:
This might be made to work if compiled for arm32-bit
GitHub - liamg/traitor: :arrow_up: :fire: Automatic Linux privesc via exploitation of low-hanging fruit e.g. gtfobins, pwnkit, dirty pipe, +w docker.sock
:arrow_up: :skull_and_crossbones: :fire: Automatic Linux privesc via exploitation of low-hanging fruit e.g. gtfobins, pwnkit, dirty pipe, +w docker.sock - GitHub - liamg/traitor: :arrow_up: :fire: ...
github.com
If we can get a stock fireOS image we could run
GitHub - cruise-automation/fwanalyzer: a tool to analyze filesystem images for security
a tool to analyze filesystem images for security. Contribute to cruise-automation/fwanalyzer development by creating an account on GitHub.
github.com
or
GitHub - fkie-cad/FACT_core: Firmware Analysis and Comparison Tool
Firmware Analysis and Comparison Tool. Contribute to fkie-cad/FACT_core development by creating an account on GitHub.
github.com
Also found some shell scripts that don't need compilation.
GitHub - carlospolop/PEASS-ng: PEASS - Privilege Escalation Awesome Scripts SUITE (with colors)
PEASS - Privilege Escalation Awesome Scripts SUITE (with colors) - GitHub - carlospolop/PEASS-ng: PEASS - Privilege Escalation Awesome Scripts SUITE (with colors)
github.com
GitHub - pentestmonkey/unix-privesc-check: Automatically exported from code.google.com/p/unix-privesc-check
Automatically exported from code.google.com/p/unix-privesc-check - GitHub - pentestmonkey/unix-privesc-check: Automatically exported from code.google.com/p/unix-privesc-check
github.com
There's also Ghidra if you are a pro binary analyzer which might be the best bet but also the hardest.
-ANDROlD- said:
If you are willing to experiment I have a couple ideas I've been contemplating as I have a device I want to root also.
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sudoers said:
My question is, is it still possible to crack the device with this build (date 12/20/20)?
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Got a interesting idea i'm working on, todo with fbtool and unbrick on this particular type of Fire 7, requires compiling lineage, possibly a bit of reverse engineering - currently thinking about it still:
Fire 7 2020 mustang Brainstorming
Trying to brainstorm ideas for unbrick (firstly) of the new Fire 7 2020 Gen 9 models that feature 6.3.1.5 and were released post Feb 2020. Already have a method to downgrade this and many other devices (HD8 Onyx and HD 10 post patch Feb 2020)...
forum.xda-developers.com
The problem is that they secretly revised the hardware for that model .
After the first production run made in 2019 , without the public knowing
They started to lock down the whole tablet.
its not only software locked , its hardware locked on the chip .
Most people didn't realize they did this after the initial 2019 production run .
Any chance I get I advise people not to purchase a newer amazon tablet . especially
The gen 9 .
You can't go wrong with the tablet 7 , gen 7 .
every variant for that Amazon model is flashable . even the ones that need to be opened up
to do the hardware short .
It doesn't look good for the gen 9 model ,
Its locked down harder then Pam Anderson growing up in the 80s .
I've successfully downgraded from FireOS 7 using the hardware method. Latest magisk canary etc
CFKod said:
I've successfully downgraded from FireOS 7 using the hardware method. Latest magisk canary etc
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That sounds good .
just curious , what year is that 9gen .
That could be more documentation on exactly what year model 7 , gen 9 could
be modded . maybe you found something different that could work after the
2019 batches that were shipped. Idk . I just know what I seen until know ,
but absolutely there could always be exceptions.
Chris.
Sure let
fleisch80 said:
That sounds good .
just curious , what year is that 9gen .
That could be more documentation on exactly what year model 7 , gen 9 could
be modded . maybe you found something different that could work after the
2019 batches that were shipped. Idk . I just know what I seen until know ,
but absolutely there could always be exceptions.
Chris.
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Does that help? Registered 26th October 2019
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Does that help? Registered 26th October 2019
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mtksu software method will never work on fire os7
However, you can use the hardware method, which installs twrp and allows for downgrade back to 6