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I´ve been researching this forum for the last week since I´ve got my new Kindle Fire 2nd. Generation. with software version 10.1.1 already rooted using this method and now I´m in doubt about the next step.
Whats the best option? Go with a custom CM7 or CM10 ROM? Stay with the custom firmware and just use one of the several custom launchers to get rid of the horrible Amazon Carousel interface?
Is the CM10 ROM stable enough? All of the functions work properly? Is battery severely affected?
Also I cant seem to find a simple step by step guide for installing CM10 for the KF 2nd Gen.
Most of the content seem to be for the Kindle Fire 1st. Gen or for the new Kindle Fire HD.
Thanks!
Generally speaking (I can't testify to how well CM10 runs on the KF), I prefer to use the existing Android base that is installed and customize THAT rather than using a custom ROM. Amazon optimizes the version of Android to support the hardware so using that will generally have the best battery life and best performance.
I rooted my KFHD 7" and installed Go Launcher EX. Using that launcher and a few more tweaks like using Google Play and Chrome browser work extremely well.
CM 10 has many things wrong with it, and it should not be used as a daily driver. I recommend for the moment enjoying, the amazon rom, or you can mess around with the other if your willing to test things.
iMJets said:
CM 10 has many things wrong with it, and it should not be used as a daily driver. I recommend for the moment enjoying, the amazon rom, or you can mess around with the other if your willing to test things.
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thanks for the tip! I will choose the custom rom route then, so I'm wondering, is there any safe way to prevent the ROM updates from Amazon? (in order to keep my KF rooted and with my configuration.
Thanks
Took me 30seconds to find the thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=21525089
But you have to have root access to your kindle!
Hondologe said:
Took me 30seconds to find the thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=21525089
But you have to have root access to your kindle!
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All of the methods I´ve been reading about blocking updates seem unreliable, with users reporting finding the Kindle with a new updated ROM after an automatic update and things like that, thats why I´m asking.
Regarding that, is better to leave my KF rooted with firmware 10.1 or update it to the latest firmware version?
Thanks for the patience and the tips!
I have a Kindle Fire and would like to root it to Jelly Bean in order to have more apps available for use. Is it possible and look for pointer where gives more detail to proceed. Thanks!
Fire or Fire HD? There are no Jellybean ROM's yet for the Fire HD. Yes, there is an early alpha for the 7".... but seeing that your looking to be directed to one I bet to guess your not up to skill for an alpha build.
Just read the forums and decide whether or not to root for your taste, and then install a gapps package if you feel educated enough.
I am not responsible for bricked devices.
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Fire not Fire HD. You are right I have to see how complicate to accomplish it before determine to proceed. Where I can see the procedure?
ScottXe, May I suggest following this link?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=35536497#post35536497
Rooting doesn't take much skill, as long as you're careful and can follow exact directions. Once rooted you should be able to install a 3rd party launcher, such as Nova,Apex,GoLauncher etc. From there, nobody would be able to tell that you don't have a Jellybean tablet. My tablet actually functions and looks almost identical to my Jellybean Nexus S 4g phone. Give that a whack, and maybe when there is a stable Jellybean build available you'll be up to par for Flashing a new ROM to your tablet without bricking.
modmyphone said:
Fire or Fire HD? There are no Jellybean ROM's yet for the Fire HD. Yes, there is an early alpha for the 7".... but seeing that your looking to be directed to one I bet to guess your not up to skill for an alpha build.
Just read the forums and decide whether or not to root for your taste, and then install a gapps package if you feel educated enough.
I am not responsible for bricked devices.
Sent from my Android powered 8.9" Kindle Fire HD using Tapatalk 2
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Kindle Fire (2)
Kindle Fire HD 7"
Kindle fire HD 8.9"
The basic fire isn't considered an HD, and a kindle fire hd usually refers to the base 7" version
drugfreejonnyxxx said:
ScottXe, May I suggest following this link?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=35536497#post35536497
Rooting doesn't take much skill, as long as you're careful and can follow exact directions. Once rooted you should be able to install a 3rd party launcher, such as Nova,Apex,GoLauncher etc. From there, nobody would be able to tell that you don't have a Jellybean tablet. My tablet actually functions and looks almost identical to my Jellybean Nexus S 4g phone. Give that a whack, and maybe when there is a stable Jellybean build available you'll be up to par for Flashing a new ROM to your tablet without bricking.
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Do what he said. It works, and my tablet is decent now. There is currently now way to put a new ROM on your KF2 though
Are there any ROMs for KindleFireHD that work well? If so, how do I use get/them?
Only one ROM so far. Kinology ROM. Just go to 7 inch KFHD android development forum and follow the instructions exactly. I found the Tom to be much better than stock. Much easier to intall all the Google apps and whatever launcher you want.
DroidIt! said:
Only one ROM so far. Kinology ROM. Just go to 7 inch KFHD android development forum and follow the instructions exactly. I found the Tom to be much better than stock. Much easier to intall all the Google apps and whatever launcher you want.
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install Kinology ...nice....but very brief Battery : (
These responses assume you own the 7 inch variety...
There is no good kernel for the kfhd7, so no real Roms yet.. just modded stock roms
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I think I will stick to my current root, seeing as my battery is already down. Although, if this Kinology ROM will change my status bar and such, I will probably do it. Also, will Titanium backup work with it?
Hi!
I'm searching the Net for an alternative ROM for the Fire Tablet 5th generation (OS 5.6.0.1). I just found solutions for older OS-versions (Nexus Rom or SlimROM). I'm really unsure if it's possible to flash without bricking the device. I just want to get rid of the Amazon firmware to have some more free RAM and maybe to get it a bit faster...
So, is it possible with this OS-version?
Help is appreciated
Greetz
darkdonald
darkdonald said:
Hi!
I'm searching the Net for an alternative ROM for the Fire Tablet 5th generation (OS 5.6.0.1). I just found solutions for older OS-versions (Nexus Rom or SlimROM). I'm really unsure if it's possible to flash without bricking the device. I just want to get rid of the Amazon firmware to have some more free RAM and maybe to get it a bit faster...
So, is it possible with this OS-version?
Help is appreciated
Greetz
darkdonald
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Nope; FireOS 5.6.x for 5th gen devices can not be rooted or rolled back to a rootable build so no ability to install (flash) a custom ROM even if one were available. A locked bootloader seals the deal.
Install Google Play Services/Store and an alternative launcher (eg: Nova) to improve the experience.
previously rooting, now enjoying fire hd tweaked