So is it possible to root the all new Kindle Fire HD 7" ($139.99) with Fire OS 3.0 on it? I'd be looking to put Android 4.2.2. Or is it possible to load the Play store onto the device?
If so, is it also possible to renew the device back to Fire OS 3.0?
Well its brand brand new ya know? I am also curious about this question booting andriod that is
I've used them bone stock with Fire OS 3.0 and for $139 it works flawlessly, however i'd love to get the Google Play store at the least.
m3t4lm4n222 said:
So is it possible to root the all new Kindle Fire HD 7" ($139.99) with Fire OS 3.0 on it? I'd be looking to put Android 4.2.2. Or is it possible to load the Play store onto the device?
If so, is it also possible to renew the device back to Fire OS 3.0?
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Have you tried Bin4ry's Root Many Android yet? It has worked for every Kindle Fire since the second generation devices were released, so I find it hard to believe that it wouldn't work for the newer devices as well.
soupmagnet said:
Have you tried Bin4ry's Root Many Android yet? It has worked for every Kindle Fire since the second generation devices were released, so I find it hard to believe that it wouldn't work for the newer devices as well.
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I haven't purchased one yet. I've only used one a work.
It probably won't be far off. @Hashcode seems to be already working on it, based on this.
It doesn't appear that he ever ended up getting it done because he hasn't posted in about a month. I actually went out and purchased one, so I am quiet eager.
m3t4lm4n222 said:
It doesn't appear that he ever ended up getting it done because he hasn't posted in about a month. I actually went out and purchased one, so I am quiet eager.
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Hashcode is a busy guy. He develops for about a dozen different devices, so adding one more to that roster is going to take a while. Yes, we're all eager for his work as well, as his ports of CM10.1 and CM10.2 are amazing. Even if we have to wait a year, Hashcode, and if not him, someone else will get around to developing for the new Fire:fingers-crossed:
And if you did go out and actually buy one, why not try doing what @soupmagnet suggested and try the Bin4ary root method on it? Amazon may have forgotten to patch the fake-backup we use to "sneak in" the root binaries.
Ph0enix_216 said:
Hashcode is a busy guy. He develops for about a dozen different devices, so adding one more to that roster is going to take a while. Yes, we're all eager for his work as well, as his ports of CM10.1 and CM10.2 are amazing. Even if we have to wait a year, Hashcode, and if not him, someone else will get around to developing for the new Fire:fingers-crossed:
And if you did go out and actually buy one, why not try doing what @soupmagnet suggested and try the Bin4ary root method on it? Amazon may have forgotten to patch the fake-backup we use to "sneak in" the root binaries.
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Could I get the link to the method? This would be the first time I have rooted a device, however i'm sure I could do it. I've been building computers since I was 14.
I don't think it would work though, because this Kindle runs version 11.3.0.3 not 7.4.6
m3t4lm4n222 said:
Could I get the link to the method? This would be the first time I have rooted a device, however i'm sure I could do it. I've been building computers since I was 14.
I don't think it would work though, because this Kindle runs version 11.3.0.3 not 7.4.6
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Here's the link. I know, it's for 7.4.7, but hey, who knows? It may work :fingers-crossed:
And the KFHD was the first anything I've ever rooted (although jailbreaking iOS was nothing new). Supposedly, if you're familiar with Linux, Android's not that different. If you take your time to read everything carefully and follow the instructions, everything should go smoothly.
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Here's the link. I know, it's for 7.4.7, but hey, who knows? It may work :fingers-crossed:
And the KFHD was the first anything I've ever rooted (although jailbreaking iOS was nothing new). Supposedly, if you're familiar with Linux, Android's not that different. If you take your time to read everything carefully and follow the instructions, everything should go smoothly.
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7.4.7. doesn't work for me. These new HD's run 11.3.0.3 so we'll likely need a version for that.
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Here's the link. I know, it's for 7.4.7, but hey, who knows? It may work :fingers-crossed:
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The link is for 7.4.6 - anyone know if it will work with 7.4.7? got my kindle today and want to get on with rooting it.
Thanks.
m3t4lm4n222 said:
7.4.7. doesn't work for me. These new HD's run 11.3.0.3 so we'll likely need a version for that.
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Unfortunately, that may be a while
gingebot said:
The link is for 7.4.6 - anyone know if it will work with 7.4.7? got my kindle today and want to get on with rooting it.
Thanks.
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Only one way to find out :fingers-crossed:
Is root available for 2013 version ?
hisee said:
Is root available for 2013 version ?
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Not yet.
Kindle Fire HD 11.3 - Root, but no Google Play
LinearEquation said:
Not yet.
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OK - So I've been at this for over 4 days and here is what I know to date:
11.3 Kindle is fairly easy to root thanks to many people around here.
Root Many will not provide you access to Google Play on the 11.3 OS Kindle
All the forums that propose solutions to getting it to work around here - don't work on 11.3
Widgets and Live Wallpapers don't seem to work if Google Play is not working
KFFirstAide will not allow you to get Google Play working on 11.3
As far as I can tell, while no one has outright said it, you can not correctly get Google Play working on an 11.3 Kindle Fire as of 12/27/13
Please correct me if I am wrong, I'd love to be told and shown otherwise.
ChiTownMike
ChiTownMike said:
OK - So I've been at this for over 4 days and here is what I know to date:
11.3 Kindle is fairly easy to root thanks to many people around here.
Root Many will not provide you access to Google Play on the 11.3 OS Kindle
All the forums that propose solutions to getting it to work around here - don't work on 11.3
Widgets and Live Wallpapers don't seem to work if Google Play is not working
KFFirstAide will not allow you to get Google Play working on 11.3
As far as I can tell, while no one has outright said it, you can not correctly get Google Play working on an 11.3 Kindle Fire as of 12/27/13
Please correct me if I am wrong, I'd love to be told and shown otherwise.
ChiTownMike
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From what I can tell your and read. That is correct. Root is fairly easy though it took me a while cause what most threads dont tell you is you need the sdk so you get the drivers working properly. Which is what I had to do. I have put all the google apps on my kindle but I get force closes a lot and can't use the market. Might be wondering how is any of this useful then? As you can still log in I just use the google apps I like example YouTube and Play Music. But as of now I have heard of some getting market to work but I have not seen a definite way to get that done.
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Let us know if you end up with a brick ehe!!
Hi, I just purchased a Fire table 5th generation for my parents, and this is totally different from what I normally see in an Android stock device (Nexus with 6.0); so I'm wondering if I should install a custom ROM or just use the one click script? I would appreciate comments from people that have used this device for some time; I don't have a PRIME account, so I don't really need to have all the Amazon "plus" features; my only concern is if the table loses capabilities by switching to a custom ROM, if not I think it would be the best choice. I'm running 5.11 by the way.
Please let me know your comments, thanks!
The one click script just roots and "Debloats" (I use that VERY loosely) the fire with google play
Cyanogenmod 12.1 for fire has no missing capabilites and i use it daily. It just has google play and some stock apps with no amazon.
You can use the one click script to root it and use fire flash and look up a tutorial (use rootjunkies tutorial but drag the factory reset one to first.)
Hope this helps you.
Just installed CM12.1 with Flashfire, thanks!!
Hello!
i hope someone is able to answer this one?
i wonder if it is somehow possible to switch to a second installed TTS engine on Fire OS. I am blind and use the build in VoiceView screenreader which is quite good. But i want to use another text-to-speech engine from Acapela which i have installed from PlayStore.
Unfortunatelly the TTS settings only allow to switch between the preinstalled Amazon Ivona voices and not to switch to a different TTS engine. So i guess there must be a way to fix this.
Any help is greatly appreciated!
Thanks!
Rene
I think the only way of doing this is with a rooted device. There are some safe ways to root your device and install custom ROMS. I do realize this could be a great leap considering the impairment but maybe you have someone that could help you in doing it. Also, as an aside, Google is releasing an app to allow one to entirely control their device with voice. They are beta testing this now with limited testers and hopefully it will be released to all shortly.
If you root, I would suggest using a safe ROM and rooting method, reading the Fire Original Android Development forum should point you in the right direction. My personal preference is to use the SuperTool and install the AOSP Fire Nexus ROM. Good luck and I appreciate your dilemma, just sorry there is not an easier solution.
gtallmadge said:
I think the only way of doing this is with a rooted device. There are some safe ways to root your device and install custom ROMS. I do realize this could be a great leap considering the impairment but maybe you have someone that could help you in doing it. Also, as an aside, Google is releasing an app to allow one to entirely control their device with voice. They are beta testing this now with limited testers and hopefully it will be released to all shortly.
If you root, I would suggest using a safe ROM and rooting method, reading the Fire Original Android Development forum should point you in the right direction. My personal preference is to use the SuperTool and install the AOSP Fire Nexus ROM. Good luck and I appreciate your dilemma, just sorry there is not an easier solution.
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Many thanks! I think i'll go that road. With the AOSP ROM: is it also possible to use the same amazon apps which are normaly preinstalled on the Fire? Most of them are really accessible.
Thanks again!
Rene
The AOSP ROM will firmly place you in the Google environment but you could still download Amazon apps once you install the Amazon Appstore application. But you may find the Google apps will suit your needs as well if not better. Keep us posted on your progress.
Hi
planning to buy this model "SG98EG" amazon fire HD 8in 16GB 5th generation.
my target to install stock rom, cyangonmod or nexus rom.
I want to have a normal android tablet in good price, so I thought it's my device.
I'm afraid of non compatibility to modification! at least to install google play and change the launcher.
Thank you in advance.
snafinet said:
Hi
planning to buy this model "SG98EG" amazon fire HD 8in 16GB 5th generation.
my target to install stock rom, cyangonmod or nexus rom.
I want to have a normal android tablet in good price, so I thought it's my device.
I'm afraid of non compatibility to modification! at least to install google play and change the launcher.
Thank you in advance.
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This forum is for 7in 5th gen, not 8in 6th gen. Your forum is here
The ROMs will not work, look in the forum I linked for the right ROMs. Root should work. Google play will work. Launcher hijack/launcher hijack 2 will work.
EDIT: Root may work, depending on the firmware version you get. You will probably get a 5.3.2.1 device, so root will not, but Google play and custom launcher would. Check the version when you get it, and look in the hd8 forum for info on what to do.
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oh!
Thank you for quick response and helpful answer,
I'm going there..
Hello I want to buy my kids the latest fire 7 tablet and have a few questions.
1. Can I root the latest version
2.can I instal Google play
3.Can use a launcher to make it look like a normal android tablet as I dislike the Amazon os but there tablets are well made and are a decent price for kids.
Thanks
baha2012 said:
Hello I want to buy my kids the latest fire 7 tablet and have a few questions.
1. Can I root the latest version
2.can I instal Google play
3.Can use a launcher to make it look like a normal android tablet as I dislike the Amazon os but there tablets are well made and are a decent price for kids.
Thanks
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1- NO ROOT
For 2 and 3 you can use my tool:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire/general/tool-amazon-fire-7-7gen-fire-os-5-6-x-t3815112
Can a Amazon fire tablet 5th generation 5.6.3.4 be rooted? I
I have been searching for a tutorial To Root an Amazon fire tablet 5th generation 5.6.3.4 Model #SV98LN. Can anyone me to find a tutorial
for this tablet Please.
eastenderaz said:
I have been searching for a tutorial To Root an Amazon fire tablet 5th generation 5.6.3.4 Model #SV98LN. Can anyone me to find a tutorial
for this tablet Please.
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No root options for this generation; only early 5th gen builds had exploitable vulnerabilities.