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Hello I was wondering if anybody could give me some advice on whether I can install a custom rom (Jelly Bean 4.3) on my Amazon Kindle Fire 7" HD, I have rooted it and installed Superuser, Titanium Backup etc. I have been reading instructions all over the web but I am a bit scared to try anything yet with certain things I have read.
To install a custom rom I know you need to install a 2nd-Bootloader and TWRP, but in this tut: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2271909 it says "This tutorial DOES NOT work for the 2013 HD model, only for the 2012 model. Following the guide with the newer model WILL CAUSE your heart to race after doing so because you'll end up with red screens and/or bootloops. So please, don't do it.".
Well I bought my Amazon Kindle Fire 7" HD in August 2013, does that mean that my Kindle is a 2013 model? if so where can I go from here? any advice would be great
Thank you.
Here's a way to find out, post the os version that it's running, that is a sure fire way to tell if it's 2012 or 2013.
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It's currently running 7.4.6_user_4620220
jovo_holmes said:
It's currently running 7.4.6_user_4620220
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Then you are using a 2012 model. You can go ahead and as the second bootloader.
>>>Sent from my homebuilt TARDIS running Android 4.0.3... or maybe it's a rooted Kindle Fire HD<<<
I'm wanting to install the latest Android, that's KitKat 4.4 right? Where would be the best place to download the official team rom? Without many issues. And what guide/video do you think I should follow? Thanks
OK so here is the guide I recommend using: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2271909
2 thing I want you to know ahead of time before doing this, if you don't check the box with the warning text about flashing the boot loader(should be the very first check box) you will get a kindle that when turns on displays a red screen and requires a fastboot cable to fix so make sure to check that box. 2nd thing to mention is put the ROM on the kindle first, if you Don't and the current freedomboot image isn't up to date with the latest amazon os version, then you will boot loop upon reboot and can only get into recovery and its a pain to transfer the ROM in from there if you aren't familiar with adb. I think the latest freedomboot is up to date now though but I'm not sure.
Also the cm for our devices isn't official yet, make sure to get the gapps that go along with it. Anyways here's the ROM link: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2543455
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I have install the rom, now how do I get my books and apps back?
Well books from the amazon store I think you can read with an amazon kindle app(in don't read much besides manga on my kindle so I never used their bookstore, but on my kindle with cm 10.1 that app keeps crashing, might work on a newer version of cm though, think I read it about somewhere on then forum), as for apps purchased in the amazon store you could get them back with the Amazon appstore app, I don't have it anymore, but I think I got it from their website. Otherwise just redownload anything from the Google market you didn't purchase in the amazon app store.
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Hi,
I bought the first version of the Kindle Fire HD (7"). I like to root it for using Google Play Store on it.
I have red, that it is possible to root the KF and to use all the prime features (videos and e-books) without any restriction.
Is this still right? Which custom ROMs support the prime features, too? (Kinology?)
Thank you!
Regards, Michel
pachi81 said:
Hi,
I bought the first version of the Kindle Fire HD (7"). I like to root it for using Google Play Store on it.
I have red, that it is possible to root the KF and to use all the prime features (videos and e-books) without any restriction.
Is this still right? Which custom ROMs support the prime features, too? (Kinology?)
Thank you!
Regards, Michel
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Kinology should work as it's based on the Kindle rom, but i am not 100% sure as i never tried kinology. However Cm11 rom works for books games and music but not prime video. I just watch prime videos on my laptop. Cm11 has the android 4.4.4 and overall i think it's really good.
I hope you are talking about the 2012 Kindle fire hd 7'' version though?
you can see for your self the cm11 rom by Hascode: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2543455
bao,
Bao289 said:
However Cm11 rom works for books games and music but not prime video. I just watch prime videos on my laptop. Cm11 has the android 4.4.4 and overall i think it's really good.
I hope you are talking about the 2012 Kindle fire hd 7'' version though?
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Hello and thank you for your response!
CM11 is no option for me at the moment, because I bought the tablet to use prime instant video and have access to the free prime ebooks (with the normal kindle app, you do not have access to them).
So I like to know, if all the prime stuff is working after root the original rom and if it works with the kinology rom?
Yes I own the first version oder kindle fire hd 7" with cam and hdmi output.
Thank you!
pachi81 said:
Hello and thank you for your response!
CM11 is no option for me at the moment, because I bought the tablet to use prime instant video and have access to the free prime ebooks (with the normal kindle app, you do not have access to them).
So I like to know, if all the prime stuff is working after root the original rom and if it works with the kinology rom?
Yes I own the first version oder kindle fire hd 7" with cam and hdmi output.
Thank you!
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Hi! If you root your Kindle Fire you will still have access to the apps and prime videos and books. I have done this and i can verify it works. However not having used kinology i can't say for sure but it is likely that it should work as well!
Bao289 said:
Hi! If you root your Kindle Fire you will still have access to the apps and prime videos and books. I have done this and i can verify it works. However not having used kinology i can't say for sure but it is likely that it should work as well!
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Thank you very much! This is exact the information I´m looking for.
At the moment I only want to use the original ROM. Maybe later I will check Kinology...
Cheers!
pachi81 said:
Thank you very much! This is exact the information I´m looking for.
At the moment I only want to use the original ROM. Maybe later I will check Kinology...
Cheers!
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Hi! just to let you know rooting voids your warranty!
Bao289 said:
Hi! just to let you know rooting voids your warranty!
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Yes I know, but I bought a used one, so there is only a few time of warranty left...
Btw., is it possible to reset the device to the manufacturer settings, if I do not use a custom rom (only root)? (I have red about unroot, but nothing about reset)
pachi81 said:
Yes I know, but I bought a used one, so there is only a few time of warranty left...
Btw., is it possible to reset the device to the manufacturer settings, if I do not use a custom rom (only root)? (I have red about unroot, but nothing about reset)
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Yes you can do a factory reset. This will unroot your device and get rid of all the media (apps, music etc) and settings will turn back to normal.
However doing this you WON'T renew your warranty. But the benefits are clearing cache!
To reset your device got to : Settings - Device - Reset to Factory Defaults Then there should be a pop up and it will ask if you are sure.
If you want reset click "YES".
pachi81 said:
Yes I know, but I bought a used one, so there is only a few time of warranty left...
Btw., is it possible to reset the device to the manufacturer settings, if I do not use a custom rom (only root)? (I have red about unroot, but nothing about reset)
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If your stock root then leave WiFi on and Amazon will push an OTA update out and your tablet will update.
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LinearEquation said:
If your stock root then leave WiFi on and Amazon will push an OTA update out and your tablet will update.
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Thank you for the information! Is it possible to force the OTA update?
The Google Play Store updated some apps, unfortunately the amazon music app, too.
Now it doesn´t work and I need a way to get the original one (either as apk or from reinstall). The factory reset does not help
pachi81 said:
Thank you for the information! Is it possible to force the OTA update?
The Google Play Store updated some apps, unfortunately the amazon music app, too.
Now it doesn´t work and I need a way to get the original one (either as apk or from reinstall). The factory reset does not help
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Problem is solved! I downloaded the firmware from the amazon page, added the extension ".zip", opened it and took the amazonmp3_unsigned.apk from system/app folder, copied it to my kindle fire HD and replaced the apk on it.
Now all works like expected
Hello,
unfortunately, Fire HD 2016 cannot be rooted yet, so the question is: can I block the update in my router by adding specific domains? Is there a reliable way to do so? I have installed Playstore and Novalauncher, and fear that Amazon might disable these with future updates
Jackie78 said:
Hello,
unfortunately, Fire HD 2016 cannot be rooted yet, so the question is: can I block the update in my router by adding specific domains? Is there a reliable way to do so? I have installed Playstore and Novalauncher, and fear that Amazon might disable these with future updates
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/hd8-hd10/help/help-thread-6th-gen-2016-question-noob-t3482353
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Is there a way to disable the Offers app via ADB or other ways? I am on 5.6.0.0
niccotaglia said:
Is there a way to disable the Offers app via ADB or other ways? I am on 5.6.0.0
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Amazon will usually remove lock screen ads and other promotional annoyances without charge if you complain. Alternatively, you can downgrade to FireOS 5.4.0.0 and use the debloat script. I recommend the former route as it is easy and doesn't maroon the device on a backlevel FireOS build.
How would you downgrade to 5.4.0.0? From what I have been reading 5.6 cant be downgraded..? I really just want to get rid of the bloatware...
Thanks!
Davey126 said:
Amazon will usually remove lock screen ads and other promotional annoyances without charge if you complain. Alternatively, you can downgrade to FireOS 5.4.0.0 and use the debloat script. I recommend the former route as it is easy and doesn't maroon the device on a backlevel FireOS build.
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What should I say in the complaint?
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niccotaglia said:
What should I say in the complaint?
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See this thread - OP in particular.
slaydog said:
How would you downgrade to 5.4.0.0? From what I have been reading 5.6 cant be downgraded..? I really just want to get rid of the bloatware...
Thanks!
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I successfully downgraded from 5.6.0.0 to 5.4.0.0 and could remove the bloatware with the removal tool from here https://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire/general/amazon-fire-utility-tool-bloat-removal-t3641151
Hallo,
like mentioned in the topic ... dumb like i am - I sideloaded the mobile version of the Appstore and it overwrote my Appstore in General. Im now unable to get back. If i try installing the APK appstore from my Firetv 4K its telling me, that its an older version. Also im unable to uninstall the APK because its a system app. What can i do to fix this? Can i edit somehow the APK to spoof it to a newer version than it is? if so, how? Just an idea because i was able to install it before.
Not rooted FireTV - Latest OS.
App version i installed: release-32.51.1.0.204398.0_800900410
thanks in advance
itakucrysis said:
Hallo,
like mentioned in the topic ... dumb like i am - I sideloaded the mobile version of the Appstore and it overwrote my Appstore in General. Im now unable to get back. If i try installing the APK appstore from my Firetv 4K its telling me, that its an older version. Also im unable to uninstall the APK because its a system app. What can i do to fix this? Can i edit somehow the APK to spoof it to a newer version than it is? if so, how? Just an idea because i was able to install it before.
Not rooted FireTV - Latest OS.
App version i installed: release-32.51.1.0.204398.0_800900410
thanks in advance
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You'll want to ask in the FireTV forums; this forum is for Fire tablets.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/fire-tv
oops.. sorry