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Hey folks.
I hope I have my post in the right forum. Im thinking of getting a Fire TV because I want to Jailbreak/root it but im unsure is it even possible anymore since Amazon released a new update for their Fire TV which stops this?
Can anyone confirm can a new fire tv still be jail broken?
The ability to root is based on the firmware. It's still possible to root if you have an older firmware, and I understand it's still possible to buy a new Fire TV in the USA with a rootable firmware. The UK and german Fire TV were never available new in rootable versions.
ok lads ive bought the new amazon fire tv and was wanting to root it but ive been reading up and read the new firmware on the fire tv can not be rooted my version is , 51.1.50 515030720. could any one let me no if it is possible to even down grade fimware thanks
nope
How would you plan to downgrade without root?
Hi all gurus,
I have a Kindle Fire HD 8.9" running 8.5.1_user_5159720 Amazon firmware, now I want to convert it to Android totally. Actually, it was rooted and running Android with Nova launcher at one point before but then it got updated and lost root, I was then factory reset and now it's running Amazon OS as mentioned earlier. Now I want to completely turn it into a full Android tablet again. It has been so long that I cannot catch up with all the tools and methods. So can someone please point me to the right thread so I can start read up.
Detail instructions would be very much more appreciated.
Thanks all in advance.
Hello all,
Posting from freezing Britain here. Bought a new kindle fire 7" and have heard that installing custom software is would be wiser. I used to have an ainol 7" tablet from years ago so have some experience installing custom software. so the questions I have are:
*How do I find out what firmware I'm using? If I boot the tablet up is it going to instantaneously update once connected to the internet? Is there a way of stopping that before it happens?
* I've been reading that there is a cynagenmod and nexus firmwares available for the tablet. Do either of these need to be manually updated or is it possible to automatically update once they have been installed? What are the main differences?
I'm using this tablet for mostly reading and the odd games and some video streaming so not looking for anything to advanced.
Appreciate any advice that can be sent my way
Many thanks
Dr Cross
To be honest, I would have same question. Seems that those Kindle Fires (I have purchased two for the christmas gifts for the family in Poland) are 5th generation. Is there a way to flash them with something else as I have heard that once those would be delivered to Poland, my family won't even be able to install any apps on it as Amazon Store blocks polish IP addresses.
Anyway could provide some basic info if those tablets can be flashed with some other ROM to at least provide functionality for Gapps and polish language (dreaming...)
edit: ok... have to say that xda "search" wasn't helpful enough however when I have used google, I have found this thread which might come in handy:
5th Gen - 2015
KFFOWI | Ford
[INDEX]
Helpful Information
http://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire/general/index-amazon-fire-2015-t3210485
Dr M Cross said:
Hello all,
Posting from freezing Britain here. Bought a new kindle fire 7" and have heard that installing custom software is would be wiser. I used to have an ainol 7" tablet from years ago so have some experience installing custom software. so the questions I have are:
*How do I find out what firmware I'm using? If I boot the tablet up is it going to instantaneously update once connected to the internet? Is there a way of stopping that before it happens?
* I've been reading that there is a cynagenmod and nexus firmwares available for the tablet. Do either of these need to be manually updated or is it possible to automatically update once they have been installed? What are the main differences?
I'm using this tablet for mostly reading and the odd games and some video streaming so not looking for anything to advanced.
Appreciate any advice that can be sent my way
Many thanks
Dr Cross
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I just did this last night from firmware 5.3.1 and it worked fine. You can find your version by going to Settings>About Tablet>Build Number I believe though now that my tablet is flashed with a new rom it does not look the same. From what I understand you cannot root 5.3.2 but can downgrade back to 5.3.1 and then root.
The easiest way to root is with RootJunky's supertool which was just upgraded a week ago and worked fine on my tablet. Download and instructions are here http://www.rootjunky.com/amazon-fire-5th-gen-supertool/ You can install the correct drivers, root the tablet, remove adds, and install flashify. Once you have flashify you can install whatever ROM you'd like. If I understand correctly you cannot install a custom recovery on 5.3.1
I am running the Nexus rom and it seems to be working great. Got a replacement for my stolen Nexus tablet for $33 on black friday. That's a deal!
Personally I have spend two days on this Kindle. What I have found has lead to a decision that I am returning those Kindle Fire tablets back to Amazon.
Originally purchased on Cyber Monday. Item which has arrived is 5th gen 5.3.1. Kindle. Once connected to Wifi it download 5.3.2 and waits for user action before updating (the OTA). I have used the supertool without luck. Even after 25 restarts, the Kingroot hasn't rooted the device to then be replaced by "su". From what I understand, if the Kindle originally had older bootloader and was upgraded to 5.3.1, than it still possible to root the device and install custom ROM. If the device is already on 5.3.1, based on todays tools and xda / reddit / youtube videos - rooting is not achievable as bootloader is different. Downgrading 5.3.1 WILL BRICK the device and of course shouldn't be performed!
If anyone has any other info - I am happy to hear about it, however at this moment I know that ADB and fastboot works fine, but Kingroot just hangs on 86% to than say that it wasn't able to root the device.
edmun said:
Personally I have spend two days on this Kindle. What I have found has lead to a decision that I am returning those Kindle Fire tablets back to Amazon.
Originally purchased on Cyber Monday. Item which has arrived is 5th gen 5.3.1. Kindle. Once connected to Wifi it download 5.3.2 and waits for user action before updating (the OTA). I have used the supertool without luck. Even after 25 restarts, the Kingroot hasn't rooted the device to then be replaced by "su". From what I understand, if the Kindle originally had older bootloader and was upgraded to 5.3.1, than it still possible to root the device and install custom ROM. If the device is already on 5.3.1, based on todays tools and xda / reddit / youtube videos - rooting is not achievable as bootloader is different. Downgrading 5.3.1 WILL BRICK the device and of course shouldn't be performed!
If anyone has any other info - I am happy to hear about it, however at this moment I know that ADB and fastboot works fine, but Kingroot just hangs on 86% to than say that it wasn't able to root the device.
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I was absolutely able to root my kindle from 5.3.1 yesterday. Brand new one straight from Amazon. Make sure you are using the very latest supertools which includes updated kingroot. Link is on my post above.
By the way I don't think kingroot ever said it had successfully rooted my tablet but I replaced with super su rebooted and I definitely have root.
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So the instructions in the supertool are misleading... As it does say to run kingroot over and over again to root and and then replace with SU. Yep. I am using the latest version. Seriously. 2 days of constant running of Kingroot with no vain. On 5th gen with 5.3.1. Never had any issues with any devices, even HTC with S-On, Nexus, Motorola Xoom, this Kindle Fire does give me a headache....
I will try today or tomorrow again. It is already after factory reset as it is waiting to be posted back (luckily Amazon told me that I have time until 2nd of February to return the tablets)
edit: Hmm... after factory reset rooting went fine without any issues.
I can only assume that once the device is "assigned" to Amazon Account, it is somehow changed.
So ... After factory reset and starting from a scratch - I do have root on amazon fire 7" 5th generation 5.3.1.
this isn't the 5th gen forum see
http://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire
Hi all,
Thanks for your helps. Appears a friend of mine updated the OS to 5.3.2.1..... so I'm essentially stuck until there are further developments...
Hi guys,
I have a fully customized and rooted mantis stick, and I have 3 other mantis sticks that unfortunately I cannot root due to their software versions. I was just wondering, with prime day coming up, are there any devices that we can buy that will be able to be rooted? What are your recommendations for Amazon devices to purchase on prime day?
mikewolski said:
I have 3 other mantis sticks that unfortunately I cannot root due to their software versions.
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Idk if you're aware of it, but kamakiri 2.x works up to <6.2.8.7 without shorting (i.e. the sticks OS needs to be lower than 6.2.8.7).
mikewolski said:
I was just wondering, with prime day coming up, are there any devices that we can buy that will be able to be rooted? What are your recommendations for Amazon devices to purchase on prime day?
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Maybe a fireTVstick lite or the fireTVstick 3rd gen...
[UNLOCK][ROOT][TWRP][UNBRICK] Fire TV Stick 3 and Fire TV Stick Lite (sheldon/p)
Read this whole guide before starting. This is for the 3rd gen Fire TV Stick (sheldonp) and Fire TV Stick Lite (sheldon). NOTE: FireOS < 7.2.7.3 required NOTE: This process does not require you to open your device. What you need: A Linux...
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Thanks, but I just checked and they are on 6.2.9.
There are no rooting methods for any of the current FireOS versions. But if you buy a new FireTV device, they are shipped with older firmware versions that are rootable.
When you first setup the device, it will try to update to the most recent firmware. Skip that update process by following this guide:
How to Skip Software Updates during Initial Setup or Factory Reset on a Fire TV, Firestick, or Fire TV Cube
Since the latest software update for Fire TV devices is blocking the ability to use custom launchers, you may want to avoid updating a new or factory reset Fire TV.
www.aftvnews.com
I believe the 3rd gen FireSticks and 2nd gen Cube are shipped with firmware that is rootable. You may even be able to find a 4k Stick shipped with older firmware that is rootable.
Fire TV Original Android Development
Original Android development for the Amazon Fire TV
forum.xda-developers.com
Only the 4k Max currently has no rooting method.
Finnzz said:
When you first setup the device, it will try to update to the most recent firmware
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In case of the fireTV-Stick lite or the 3rd gen Stick, it's best to keep the device offline and try/do the unlock first...
Finnzz said:
There are no rooting methods for any of the current FireOS versions. But if you buy a new FireTV device, they are shipped with older firmware versions that are rootable.
When you first setup the device, it will try to update to the most recent firmware. Skip that update process by following this guide:
How to Skip Software Updates during Initial Setup or Factory Reset on a Fire TV, Firestick, or Fire TV Cube
Since the latest software update for Fire TV devices is blocking the ability to use custom launchers, you may want to avoid updating a new or factory reset Fire TV.
www.aftvnews.com
I believe the 3rd gen FireSticks and 2nd gen Cube are shipped with firmware that is rootable. You may even be able to find a 4k Stick shipped with older firmware that is rootable.
Fire TV Original Android Development
Original Android development for the Amazon Fire TV
forum.xda-developers.com
Only the 4k Max currently has no rooting method.
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Good to know, thank you!
Hey guys, so I'm looking at going with either the 3rd gen firestick or the 2nd gen cube or maybe I'll grab one of each. I was only able to find the thread about a temporary root for the cube. Is that the only way to root it? The 3rd gen stick looks promising since it can be rooted and loaded with custom roms, but it's kind of a bummer it can't do 4k. Do you think the 4k max will ever be rootable?
Temp unlock is all there is for the Cube. You could try getting a 4k stick (2018 model) maybe you'll get lucky and it will ship with an old enough firmware that is rootable?
It's not easy to predict if a device will be rooted. It requires a security researcher finding a vulnerability in the hardware/software, and then someone to apply that vulnerability to the Firetv device.
And if anyone was working on an exploit for the 4k Max they probably wouldn't say anything about it until it was ready for release.
Can Confirm Firestick 4k VM2402 Still Rootable OOB
As stated, for all who are interested/looking. The CURRENT Firestick 4k , direct from Amazon is still 100% Unlock/Rootable. I have had the first release, for a while and it finally burned out. So i took the plunge and ordered a brand new...
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firestick 4k - currently being sold under normal everyday sales.... ummm 39.99 on sale today actually, reg 49.99, and AFAIK there is no upcoming device in the near future (6-8 months at least) planning to replace it. It is still Amazons top selling model, so pick up 1 or 50.. but they are there and being sold right now!