I did the Fire Toolbox thing and got the Tablet looking like a decent tablet. I can't figure out what's going on with the Amazon Child Profiles / freetime. I can't add apps to it, nor do I think it's helpful - I dont like it. How can I set up a new simple profile w/ apps I want to enable for them?
Did you find a solution here? I've got the same question.
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Hey folks,
Bought the fire as a test device for some home automation stuff.
Have one issue - how do I disable the lock screen.
I intend to use the device as an Inwall switch for home automation stuff,
The device is rooted (great supertool from rootjunky) and I've setup tasker and motion detector to turn on the screen from camera motion.. But I need it to not go to the lock screen.
Any advice would be appreciated
P.s I've tried to use "no lock" app but when I move it from data/apps to system/apps (and change permissions etc) it disappears from the device homescreen.
Cheers RO-fu
Did you ever figure this out?
Install a rom.
No I didn't sadly - not had a massive time to research further either.
If anyone does know, it would be much appreciated.
Cheers
Edit: "installing a rom" can you be more expansive on that? I'm very new to the platform and would appreciate anything further.
Well, that is the thing, you will need plenty of research time. Lots of info, but all is here in regards to ROMs intallation:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire/help/help-thread-question-noob-friendly-t3205441
I am only just getting used to CM on my Fire. I have set up a restricted profile for my child. The problem that I have is the home screen is black (the lock and open apps screens aren't). If I switch to the open apps screen it says "Your recent screens appear here". If I go back to the home screen then I get "Unfortunately, System UI has stopped", so I have no way to launch apps in the restricted app.
I have enabled apps in the restricted profile settings.
I've tried a "normal" additional user and a guest and both of these appear to work.
Just wondering if I've done something wrong, or if restricted users don't work ?
I forgot that I posted this as I never got any answer at the time, I probably posted to the wrong place
Anyway, to close this out, I discovered that the "HPROF" app needs to be enabled (in the owner's "App&Content Access" settings screen for the restricted user) for the restricted profile to work properly. With this app enabled for the restricted user everything works fine.
Sorry to dig this out again.
How have you been able to setup a restricted profile at all? I'm on 12.1 with my Kindle Fire (Thor) and I'm only able to setup new profiles without having the chance to chose between regular and restricted. Any hint?
Hi, yes. I have set up one for my daughter and used a restricted profile. Here's what I did...
As your main (owner) user, bring up settings and then users. You need to go that way - don't swipe down and tap the user icon on the right hand side because that lacks the restricted user option.
Anyway, from the settings->Users screen, select "add user or profile" and choose "Restricted Profile". After you've added the profile it will appear on the same settings->users screen. It will have a little cog next to it - tap that and then enable the apps you want to allow the profile to access. By trial and error I discovered that you must enable HPROF. I think that everything else is optional. Good luck
Thanks for the quick response. Unfortunately CM 12 and 13 builds for the Kindle seem to be "smartphone" rather than "tablet" builds. As Google has removed the feature of restricted profiles for smartphones, on the Kindle the option of setting up restricted profiles is missing :crying:
Ah! I just noticed that your device is different to mine - this is the forum for the Amazon Fire 7" - 5th Gen 2015. I have CM 12.1 and it works on my device (Kindle Fire 7" 2015, codename KFFOWI). Sorry it didn't work out for you
True, Fire HDX is different to Fire. Nevertheless I would have expected, that at least classification of the devices (smartphone vs. tables) is equal. Thanks anyway!
thomas.magnum said:
True, Fire HDX is different to Fire. Nevertheless I would have expected, that at least classification of the devices (smartphone vs. tables) is equal. Thanks anyway!
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As you are discovering custom ROMs for HDX sometimes identify the device as a phone vs tablet. Some HDX models do come with a LTE radio which may be a contributing factor. Fuller response provided in the HDX forum.
I just bought a Pokémon Go Plus accessory to help keep up with Pokémon Go, but after seeing what it can do, I was wondering if anyone has found a way to use it for other purposes. I would love to integrate some Tasker functionality, have it flash colors for certain events, vibrate alongside the phone for calls and notifications, and even control things with the button on the device.
Unfortunately, a few quick searches all pointed to cheating the game to pretend to have a Pokémon Go Plus without actually having one, but nothing about exploring the potential of the device itself.
I wasn't sure if there was a proper forum for a topic like this, so I posted it here. Mods, feel free to move it somewhere else if there's a better place.
On a side note, I'd like to look for options that don't require root, since I am not currently interested in battling Google just to catch Pokémon.
I feel like I've been a member previously but don't seem to have a registered account. I've been a lurker for years.
Recently registered for the purpose of maximizing the "toolboxed" fire hd 10+. Thanks btw, great stuff.
I am currently looking for some info on using kindle reader on the device. I'm interested in learning if I increase the odds of exposing myself to updates that will lock the device down by reinstalling the kindle reader app. Any advice will be appreciated.
I am certainly not a strong contributor here, more of an adopter, consumer of your efforts and for that I am greatly appreciative of your experience and skill.
I will search the posts for the information I desire but would certainly appreciate any links or thread mentions on the following subjects.
How to limit my exposure to updates( blocking ip's or other methods)
What apps or behaviors may expose me to ota updates or other situations that will defeat the Toolbox enhancements.
thanks
2021 fire 10 HD+ Toolboxed.
Having read some threads I believe it may be as simple as re enabling in toolbox.
I looked on play store and the ability to "enable" exists but I was hesitant to do so.
I can utilize my kindle library on other devices but it seems a waste not to have it on this device.
I am happy with its functionality now but am concerned I am not knowledgeable enough to recognize the pitfalls that will undo the toolbox enhancements.
Kindle reader would be great and even prime video would be nice but if the risk to the exploit is high I can live without.
I have ota disabled.
I have recommended debloat (i believe)
ms launcher.
unkleskunky said:
Having read some threads I believe it may be as simple as re enabling in toolbox.
I looked on play store and the ability to "enable" exists but I was hesitant to do so.
I can utilize my kindle library on other devices but it seems a waste not to have it on this device.
I am happy with its functionality now but am concerned I am not knowledgeable enough to recognize the pitfalls that will undo the toolbox enhancements.
Kindle reader would be great and even prime video would be nice but if the risk to the exploit is high I can live without.
I have ota disabled.
I have recommended debloat (i believe)
ms launcher.
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I restored kindle app in toolbox as well as amazon store and still not working.
Any advice would be appreciated.
Might have figured it out. I read another thread where the person had tried to dl from play store ( I hadn't ) and they needed to uninstall and un tick do not update. Out of curiousity I went to play store to see what it said and Enable button was where dl or open would normally be so I enabled it and it now launches the app asking to register.
Is there any issue with getting ota updates if I register my existing account?
Hi all ..hoping someone can help or advise please.
I used the fire toolbox to make the tablet more versatile but have had several issues when using chrome .
The particular issue that I'd like to resolve is tha way that the numerous tabs I have open are crammed together and difficult to manage . They are simply in a horizontal line . I would like the grid view or similar but cannot get anywhere with adjusting settings in developer mode etc. Nothing seems to work or make any difference.
Does anyone know a way I can get alternative views of my tabs and make it easier to manage them ?
Thanks in advance it's much appreciated .
Bill