Hi all,
I'm 100% new to rooting and just want something I hope is simple to do.
I would like to be able to use google play store/services on my Kindle Fire HD 8.9 (8.4.6).
I've seen a lot of threads here that go over rooting and installing a 2nd boot loader and other custom roms. However, I'm curious to know if its possible to just do this with only rooting and without the need of a 2nd boot loader or a custom rom.
Please let me know if this is possible and how I could do it.
No longer need help. Just decided to go with a full root/custom rom. Up and running KK4.4
Thnx
Youtube is your friend
Zer0Cntrl said:
No longer need help. Just decided to go with a full root/custom rom. Up and running KK4.4
Thnx
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I used this video. It's a bit fast and not very detailed. However, in the description he gives a web address for step by step instructions with pics. I recommend this for any noob out there.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hUW6KARo8Y4
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Hi,
I'm having trouble with my Kindle Fire. It works perfectly fine, but I tried rooting it, and it was unsuccessful; I do not have any superuser privileges. I think the problem may be that I tried rooting my Kindle Fire using a program designed for 6.2.2., and It's running 6.31. I would like to re-root it so I can install Android SDK and get the coolest latest software, Google Play, etc.
I am running on Mac OS X Mountain Lion, so I don't know if that will make a huge difference in the rooting process.
If anyone can give me a simple step-by-step (1, 2, 3) guide for how I could re-root my kindle and URLs that would guide me through the process, I would really appreciate it! I have been trying to figure this out, but I've been really stumped.
Thank you,
Ari
Please don't post questions in general.
Moving to Q&A
step by step you can find here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1790139 as well as here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1443071
Just a few questions, need to get this kf rooted and romed for my son asap. Its for his learning.
1. My original kf broke so they told me they would send me a 2nd gen kf as an apology. Well how do I know the kf I got is the 2nd gen?
2. Can I root this kf2 I just got today the same way as my original kf? If not what's the easiest way to root the 2nd gen kf If i do indeed have it? My first kf came in a brown box, the one I received today was in a black one.
3. Will all ROMs work on the 2nd gen kf that worked on the first kf?
Thanks guys..
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xXezmacXx said:
Just a few questions, need to get this kf rooted and romed for my son asap. Its for his learning.
1. My original kf broke so they told me they would send me a 2nd gen kf as an apology. Well how do I know the kf I got is the 2nd gen?
2. Can I root this kf2 I just got today the same way as my original kf? If not what's the easiest way to root the 2nd gen kf If i do indeed have it? My first kf came in a brown box, the one I received today was in a black one.
3. Will all ROMs work on the 2nd gen kf that worked on the first kf?
Thanks guys..
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1, look for the software version,, an easy sign that you have a kf2 is the launcher(kf1 looks like a bookshelf) (kf2 has a single line of apps on the home screen, with a line under those for app suggestions).
2, NO look in the dev section for the root method, roms, and bootloader and recovery installation.
3, NO^^
fmkilo said:
1, look for the software version,, an easy sign that you have a kf2 is the launcher(kf1 looks like a bookshelf) (kf2 has a single line of apps on the home screen, with a line under those for app suggestions).
2, NO look in the dev section for the root method, roms, and bootloader and recovery installation.
3, NO^^
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The rooting method for the KF2 seems hard... I'll give it a go, thx.
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xXezmacXx said:
The rooting method for the KF2 seems hard... I'll give it a go, thx.
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lol.. two one click scripts is too hard?
Then Idk how you intend to get a rom installed. that includes clicking a button on an app that I made, clicking a button to boot into recovery, clicking install, choosing your rom from your sdcard, swiping across the screen, tapping a button to reboot... I suppose if you don't actually need it..
im guessing i got the new one its looks so different, its got a cool black matte look to it. says im on 10.2.4_user_2420720
xXezmacXx said:
im guessing i got the new one its looks so different, its got a cool black matte look to it. says im on 10.2.4_user_2420720
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That's kf2
fmkilo said:
That's kf2
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few more ?s before i attempt to root, jsut want to make sure i dont mess up this is for my 3yr old son.
to start the first part, rooting, im guessing i should follow this guide: [Root][Working 10.2.4]Kindle Fire 2 Root made easy - do you recommend this guide to root?
- but after I'm rooted how do I install a recovery, i guess twrp is still the one everyone uses? [ONE-CLICK] Automated Freedom-Boot and TWRP installer ??
- then i guess after recovery is installed i can just flash a rom, but only from the kindle fire 2 section?
- last, why is there only 2 roms out?
thx so much for your help, much appreciated.
xXezmacXx said:
few more ?s before i attempt to root, jsut want to make sure i dont mess up this is for my 3yr old son.
to start the first part, rooting, im guessing i should follow this guide: [Root][Working 10.2.4]Kindle Fire 2 Root made easy - do you recommend this guide to root?
- but after I'm rooted how do I install a recovery, i guess twrp is still the one everyone uses? [ONE-CLICK] Automated Freedom-Boot and TWRP installer ??
- then i guess after recovery is installed i can just flash a rom, but only from the kindle fire 2 section?
- last, why is there only 2 roms out?
thx so much for your help, much appreciated.
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perfect guide.
just let the app or script in that thread(MINE) run.
There is no alternative at this time.
Only the kf2 section, correct.
We only gained the ability to do this 9 days ago. The instructions were released 7 days ago to everyone, not just testers. People need time to work, it's a miracle that Powerpoint45 got his sgt7 rom out as quickly as he did. I recommend his rom, as Hashcode's rom is base cm10.1.
fmkilo said:
perfect guide.
just let the app or script in that thread(MINE) run.
There is no alternative at this time.
Only the kf2 section, correct.
We only gained the ability to do this 9 days ago. The instructions were released 7 days ago to everyone, not just testers. People need time to work, it's a miracle that Powerpoint45 got his sgt7 rom out as quickly as he did. I recommend his rom, as Hashcode's rom is base cm10.1.
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ok awesome ill get to it in a sec...i just saw this kindle freetime, i guess you pay 2.99/month and get unlimited books, videos, etc. can this be ported to one of the roms? my son would love this.
btw do you have a gtalk i could reach you at if i have issues? i really appreciate your help.
xXezmacXx said:
ok awesome ill get to it in a sec...i just saw this kindle freetime, i guess you pay 2.99/month and get unlimited books, videos, etc. can this be ported to one of the roms? my son would love this.
btw do you have a gtalk i could reach you at if i have issues? i really appreciate your help.
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I use irc... it's always open, just join the channel #kf2-dev on freenode. I also don't know about kindle freetime. Maybe at some point in the future, but as I said, the development is only 7 days old.
fmkilo said:
I use irc... it's always open, just join the channel #kf2-dev on freenode. I also don't know about kindle freetime. Maybe at some point in the future, but as I said, the development is only 7 days old.
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im the irc channel. could you please join, i need help. im tryin to root right now.
Ok so I've been looking for a rooting method for my Kindle Fire( non hd ) with 10.3.0 fw
you mention the forum, ive looked in it. but im not able to find a single place which provides a method for that. so my question is this: is there a working method to root a Kindle Fire (nonHD) 10.3.0 fw without a factory cable? im assuming my KF is a 2nd gen model (it is, isnt it?). if so, please explain or provide a link for that.
also, every place i see says : ** ONLY FOR 1ST GEN. TRY FOR 2ND GEN AT YOUR OWN RISK **. it says so on the TWRP help forums and even the KFU help forums. what do i do??
Im not new to using the downloading apk method to get apps, but off lately whenever i download an apk from silk browser onto my KF and the notification pops that the download is complete, i click on the notification which is what you do to install that apk. but when i hit the notification, *nothing* happens. absolutely nothing. the notification disappears and the app is not installed. why? :/
regarding the problem with apks, i even mailed it to myself and tried downloading it from the stock email app, but no, even from the email app, the APK (as an attachment) refuses to start downloading
any help is appreciated
I believe you're in the wrong forum. That's why you only see "ONLY FOR 1ST GEN"
Try this one: http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1789
votinh said:
I believe you're in the wrong forum. That's why you only see "ONLY FOR 1ST GEN"
Try this one: http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1789
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i have come across that before
In of the posts in that forum, dev Hashcode has posted what seems to be a quite successful 4.2.2 stock ROM by the looks of the comments. but i really dont understand the entire process cause im new to flashing etc
if you dont mind, could you please write me an in-depth step by step instructional for this? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2146030
tiwersi said:
i have come across that before
In of the posts in that forum, dev Hashcode has posted what seems to be a quite successful 4.2.2 stock ROM by the looks of the comments. but i really dont understand the entire process cause im new to flashing etc
if you dont mind, could you please write me an in-depth step by step instructional for this? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2146030
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I don't think you understand my point, brother.
I said you are in the wrong forum. This is the 1stGen KF forum.
Your device is 2ndGen.
I can write up an instructions but again, it's for 1stGen since I don't have the 2ndGen.
Follow instructions for device A to device B is UNWISE.
You don't want to brick your KF and you know I don't want indirectly bricking your device.
My suggestion once again: go to the 2ndGen forum and ask for help, I'm sure there are many experts there will help you through.
Sorry for the double post....posted this earlier today with no hits.
Hello all. Glad to have found this forum. Been here for a short time and from the looks of it, I am in the right place.
Have a Kindle Fire 2nd Gen and was looking to flip it to Android OS.
Problem - My Kindle did an OTA software update and from reading the forum doesn't look like I will be able to go back to an older version which means I am stuck with the simple Android 2.(something).
As this forum has a wealth of information I know I have not read every tread......
Any advice on converting to Android 4.(something)?
My Kindle Fire has SW Version 10.4.8
Thanks in advance for any help.
wrong forum, you have a Kindle Fire 2, I have requested that this thread be moved to
7" Kindle Fire HD Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting
but you should read [REF]All Things About Kindle Fire 2
edit: thread was moved from Kindle Fire General
to Kindle Fire 2 Q&A, Help and Troubleshooting
sd_shadow said:
wrong forum, you have a Kindle Fire 2, I have requested that this thread be moved to
7" Kindle Fire HD Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting
but you should read [REF]All Things About Kindle Fire 2
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Thanks for the direction and help. Will keep searching.
You need to root, and install Twrp recovery, then you can install custom roms.
sd_shadow said:
You need to root, and install Twrp recovery, then you can install custom roms.
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I was reading on a different part of the forum that if I root it the way it stands (w/ SW 10.4.8) I would brick it. The warning was pretty certain because with this SW build it closes all the "holes" - so to speak.
Unless there has been some new development.
Read question 5 from this thread......
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2228534
Dustoff00 said:
I was reading on a different part of the forum that if I root it the way it stands (w/ SW 10.4.8) I would brick it. The warning was pretty certain because with this SW build it closes all the "holes" - so to speak.
Unless there has been some new development.
Read question 5 from this thread......
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2228534
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You misunderstand q5. You can root 10.4.8
If you want to install the second bootloader and twrp you'll have to downgrade the bootloader. .. But root is fine
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You misunderstand q5. You can root 10.4.8
If you want to install the second bootloader and twrp you'll have to downgrade the bootloader. .. But root is fine
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I guess the next question would be has anyone successfully converted 10.4.8 to Android?
If so, what are the steps. I can find steps for an older SW version but not 10.4.8.
Dustoff00 said:
I guess the next question would be has anyone successfully converted 10.4.8 to Android?
If so, what are the steps. I can find steps for an older SW version but not 10.4.8.
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Yes. I have. Follow these instructions:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2100963
You'll see that part of the instructions will downgrade the bootloader. I greatly recommends that you have a fastboot cable available since this is a notoriously tricky device. Hit me up on Pm if you need more detailed assistance.
You only! Lol. Every time I say that I get 1000 pms from other people.
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mindmajick said:
Yes. I have. Follow these instructions:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2100963
You'll see that part of the instructions will downgrade the bootloader. I greatly recommends that you have a fastboot cable available since this is a notoriously tricky device. Hit me up on Pm if you need more detailed assistance.
You only! Lol. Every time I say that I get 1000 pms from other people.
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Understood. I will give this a shot and see how it goes. First thing,,,,find a fastboot cable.
Thanks for the help
So I recently got this Kindle Fire HD 8.9' and wanted to root it for my parents. I'm having trouble finding a definitive guide to rooting it as I'm not that experienced in rooting. I've rooted my other devices, but only with the help of a video+text tutorial. I was wondering is there any good text guide I can follow to root this tablet? Thank you for any help.
P.S. I've seen the threads on how to root, am having trouble following them that's all
Tazz. said:
So I recently got this Kindle Fire HD 8.9' and wanted to root it for my parents. I'm having trouble finding a definitive guide to rooting it as I'm not that experienced in rooting. I've rooted my other devices, but only with the help of a video+text tutorial. I was wondering is there any good text guide I can follow to root this tablet? Thank you for any help.
P.S. I've seen the threads on how to root, am having trouble following them that's all
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So is there a way to root this version yet?
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So is there a way to root this version yet?
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Still waiting for a reply :'(
Have you tried this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/kin...t-install-twrp-android-fire-os-8-5-1-t3278286