I don't know how, but HD Widgets works just fine on my Fire TV. I've attached a screenshot (this is Nova Launcher). Too bad I can't do wallpaper as well.
I hate how Amazon had the nerve to remove widget support for all other launchers.
Nice find with the HD widgets thing!
Do I understand you correctly that you're using Nova Launcher and HD Widgets on a Fire TV box?
I use both on my Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1.
Think they'd work on the stick?
I can confirm Nova Prime and HD Widgets work on my rooted AFTV with Rbox's mods. Was using Fired TV until I read these posts. No comparison. Now have an App Drawer, a Dock if I want it, and the ability to Drag icons around. Can't change wallpaper. Icons are resizable, can be dragged mid-grid and number Rows and Columns is adjustable. Icons and Labels can be edited. Haven't got around to trying Gestures and other features like Folders.
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I can confirm Nova Prime and HD Widgets work on my rooted AFTV with Rbox's mods. Was using Fired TV until I read these posts. No comparison. Now have an App Drawer, a Dock if I want it, and the ability to Drag icons around. Can't change wallpaper. Icons are resizable, can be dragged mid-grid and number Rows and Columns is adjustable. Icons and Labels can be edited. Haven't got around to trying Gestures and other features like Folders.
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Does the Fire TV box have to be rooted to run Nova and HD Widgets?
Jacksmyname said:
Does the Fire TV box have to be rooted to run Nova and HD Widgets?
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Does not look like it but you do need this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2786618
Exposed is required too.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed
I've been rooted since day one so i really don't know. Try installing Exposed. If it loads then see if you can install and select the Rbox mods.
schneid said:
Does not look like it but you do need this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2786618
Exposed is required too.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed
I've been rooted since day one so i really don't know. Try installing Exposed. If it loads then see if you can install and select the Rbox mods.
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Thanks.
schneid said:
Does not look like it but you do need this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2786618
Exposed is required too.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed
I've been rooted since day one so i really don't know. Try installing Exposed. If it loads then see if you can install and select the Rbox mods.
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Exposed and rbox's module require root.
collindv said:
Exposed and rbox's module require root.
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I guess answers it. Glad I rooted when you could.
I am using Square Home Launcher Tablet version but the proper way for nova to work is to move around the app drawer icon etc.. with a mouse and add your shorcuts.
Then simply use remote because icons will be close to each other.
Correct?
patt2k said:
I am using Square Home Launcher Tablet version but the proper way for nova to work is to move around the app drawer icon etc.. with a mouse and add your shorcuts.
Then simply use remote because icons will be close to each other.
Correct?
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This is the launcher I installed but haven't messed with on a couple of unRooted FireTV Stick's... Thanks for the heads up Patt2k.... Plan to install it on my Rooted FireTV's but was wondering how much can be done on a unRooted FireTV Stick. I gave the FireTV sticks as gifts so I won't get to play with them to often... But would like know if they have any limitations... I think LLama or MacroDroid can be use to make it launch seconds after the AFTV starts...
Have you tried to change the backgrounds & add widgets to the Square Home Launcher ?? Got any more picks of your latest setup ? I think either one, if not all launchers will need a mouse for moving stuff around since they are made for touch devices... Unless they are specifically made for the FireTV.
Has anybody tried HD Widgets on an unRooted FireTV or FireTV Stick ??
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This is the launcher I installed but haven't messed with on a couple of unRooted FireTV Stick's... Thanks for the heads up Patt2k.... Plan to install it on my Rooted FireTV's but was wondering how much can be done on a unRooted FireTV Stick. I gave the FireTV sticks as gifts so I won't get to play with them to often... But would like know if they have any limitations... I think LLama or MacroDroid can be use to make it launch seconds after the AFTV starts...
Have you tried to change the backgrounds & add widgets to the Square Home Launcher ?? Got any more picks of your latest setup ? I think either one, if not all launchers will need a mouse for moving stuff around since they are made for touch devices... Unless they are specifically made for the FireTV.
Has anybody tried HD Widgets on an unRooted FireTV or FireTV Stick ??
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Cool.. Seem to be same as before.. A lot of the icons seem to be huge.. But I guess One can resize them to well with a mouse. And organize things... Have you tried to mess with the wallpaper yet ??
patt2k said:
I am using Square Home Launcher Tablet version but the proper way for nova to work is to move around the app drawer icon etc.. with a mouse and add your shorcuts.
Then simply use remote because icons will be close to each other.
Correct?
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Yes.
Personally, I'm using a Logitech keyboard and mouse through a Unifiying dongle, which lets me attach both without using a hub: the dongle came with the mouse, and then I paired the keyboard with the dongle using my PC, because moving the dongle to the Fire TV. I've also found, interestingly, that this keyboard works with CWM Recovery and the bootloader menu.
To answer another question: any launcher will work without root, but it won't launch on boot, or come up when you hit the "Home" key, which means Fired TV is probably still your best bet if you lack root.
Y314K said:
Cool.. Seem to be same as before.. A lot of the icons seem to be huge.. But I guess One can resize them to well with a mouse. And organize things... Have you tried to mess with the wallpaper yet ??
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Its custom you can use any wallpaper i thought you tried the launcher already. And yepp you can resize icons (using mouse/change opacity/change icon backgrounds everything...
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Yes.
Personally, I'm using a Logitech keyboard and mouse through a Unifiying dongle, which lets me attach both without using a hub: the dongle came with the mouse, and then I paired the keyboard with the dongle using my PC, because moving the dongle to the Fire TV. I've also found, interestingly, that this keyboard works with CWM Recovery and the bootloader menu.
To answer another question: any launcher will work without root, but it won't launch on boot, or come up when you hit the "Home" key, which means Fired TV is probably still your best bet if you lack root.
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Yes I know but I was just making sure because Nova Launcher basically with remote had no functionality.. that's why I am using Square Home Launcher you might wanna check it out. After you customize your icons it's perfect.
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Yes I know but I was just making sure because Nova Launcher basically with remote had no functionality.. that's why I am using Square Home Launcher you might wanna check it out. After you customize your icons it's perfect.
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In my case I literally had an extra mouse (mice, actually) and keyboard lying around, and so attaching them to the Fire TV didn't involve any trouble or expense. However, I think anyone who would like the ability to use apps designed for a touchscreen is going to want to have a mouse available on occasion--and it's not like you need it for launching apps once you have Nova set up. Therefore, I don't see any advantage to a launcher that can be set up solely with the remote.
MTKnife said:
Yes.
Personally, I'm using a Logitech keyboard and mouse through a Unifiying dongle, which lets me attach both without using a hub: the dongle came with the mouse, and then I paired the keyboard with the dongle using my PC, because moving the dongle to the Fire TV. I've also found, interestingly, that this keyboard works with CWM Recovery and the bootloader menu.
To answer another question: any launcher will work without root, but it won't launch on boot, or come up when you hit the "Home" key, which means Fired TV is probably still your best bet if you lack root.
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All my FireTV's are Rooted but I did gift some FireTV Sticks & would like to get those going with a launcher too.. Maybe LLama &/or MacroDroid might provide some answers... I am all set on the USB Keyboard/Mouse front.. Was able to pickup 5 Logitech K400's last month for $10 each... Also got some Nyko PlayPad Pro's for the FireTV Sticks which seem to work well as a mouse on them...
patt2k said:
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Its custom you can use any wallpaper i thought you tried the launcher already. And yepp you can resize icons (using mouse/change opacity/change icon backgrounds everything...
Yes I know but I was just making sure because Nova Launcher basically with remote had no functionality.. that's why I am using Square Home Launcher you might wanna check it out. After you customize your icons it's perfect.
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Good to know that wallpapers work fine on the it.. I installed the launcher on some FireTV Sticks for some friends but did not mess with the setup yet....
MTKnife said:
In my case I literally had an extra mouse (mice, actually) and keyboard lying around, and so attaching them to the Fire TV didn't involve any trouble or expense. However, I think anyone who would like the ability to use apps designed for a touchscreen is going to want to have a mouse available on occasion--and it's not like you need it for launching apps once you have Nova set up. Therefore, I don't see any advantage to a launcher that can be set up solely with the remote.
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Yeah.. Would love to see one of this full Android Launcher's provide full FTV compatibility... AKA no keyboard or mouse require...
Y314K said:
All my FireTV's are Rooted but I did gift some FireTV Sticks & would like to get those going with a launcher too.. Maybe LLama &/or MacroDroid might provide some answers... I am all set on the USB Keyboard/Mouse front.. Was able to pickup 5 Logitech K400's last month for $10 each... Also got some Nyko PlayPad Pro's for the FireTV Sticks which seem to work well as a mouse on them...
Good to know that wallpapers work fine on the it.. I installed the launcher on some FireTV Sticks for some friends but did not mess with the setup yet....
Yeah.. Would love to see one of this full Android Launcher's provide full FTV compatibility... AKA no keyboard or mouse require...
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I am using Squarehome Launcher on my non rooted fire tv and it works well except the preferences won't open. Anyone know why this is. I can even change the wallpaper on it but when I select options or preferences it just closes back to the launcher home screen. Works great on my rooted fire tv.
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Hi everyone im thinking about buying an ouya but i wanted to know if you can acess the android launcher?
Thanks In advance!
Probably not. But since it's hackable I'm sure it's possible one way or another.
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Ryan Stampton said:
Hi everyone im thinking about buying an ouya but i wanted to know if you can acess the android launcher?
Thanks In advance!
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No they are using a modified version of ics with a completely customised front end as opposed to just a launcher that can be replaced.
However there will be modders who can make it access traditional android launcher and play store but no it won't officially and will only do so unofficially once people have had device to hack it.
Dave
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Yes it will
The odk has a launcher with framework. It is available on their website.
didn't they say its fully open source and rooted? im sure someone will bring different launchers to the console, maybe not a day after the release, but im pretty sure that will be possible. Now the question is, most of our launchers are touch-based, i can not imagine how you can use them with a gamepad.
Lol
Chrizzly92 said:
didn't they say its fully open source and rooted? im sure someone will bring different launchers to the console, maybe not a day after the release, but im pretty sure that will be possible. Now the question is, most of our launchers are touch-based, i can not imagine how you can use them with a gamepad.
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Plug in a PS3 or Xbox controller to your Android device and you'll find out Most, if not all, launchers work with a controller. Hitting the navigation pad/stick moves from one icon to the next.
Chrizzly92 said:
didn't they say its fully open source and rooted?
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It's not fully open source.
http://www.ouya.tv/the-o-word/
Please note that we’re still working on releasing the source code for various elements of the ODK — and since some of it is compiled object code, you won’t have access (at least not today) to every single line we’ve written. We want to be sure things are in really great shape before we release code. Also, we will be holding back some sections of the code to preserve the security of OUYA, especially when it comes to payments for developers and gamers.
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It is fully rootable, but it doesn't come rooted.
For hackers: root it. Go ahead. Your warranty is safe. Even the hardware is hackable. Want to get inside? You’ll need a standard screwdriver and nothing more. Go to town. We have standard USB ports and Bluetooth, so you’ll even be able to create your own peripherals.
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So it looks like it will be some heavily modified android UI, like the original kindle fire?
It's not locked down in any way so I'm pretty sure someone will code a custom launcher for it. May not be ADW or NOVA but I am sure someone will make one.
i don't know that, but we can wait for the cm stock rom
Do you think they are ever gonna update it to android 4.1 or 4.2? Or is that just a waste.
Chrizzly92 said:
didn't they say its fully open source and rooted? im sure someone will bring different launchers to the console, maybe not a day after the release, but im pretty sure that will be possible. Now the question is, most of our launchers are touch-based, i can not imagine how you can use them with a gamepad.
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using a keyboard and mouse works well in any launcher so it wouldn't be to hard to work
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dwegiel said:
So it looks like it will be some heavily modified android UI, like the original kindle fire?
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looks like a hybrd of a cross bar system and the old style app menu, looked very nicely done though. is that the one you saw?
I could have sworn that an official from the team said something about stock launchers. The product is supposedly going to be launched with an easily unlocked mechanism for quick and powerful tweaking. This is supposed to be day one. Keep up on their blog, and ask for this on their social channels, my advice. They are definitely involved c:
Could the OUYA launcher be ported to an Android tablet or smartphone?
brakke97 said:
Could the OUYA launcher be ported to an Android tablet or smartphone?
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That's what I'm hoping on O.O it's no fun having all of the games I like to purchase in a tiny little folder. No es fun :c
Love android
I would love to play an android game on my TV console that too in an Android launcher, preferrably JB
I would pay if ADW, Nova or Apex created a OUYA specific launcher...
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If you want the ouya launcher download the SDK from OUYA.tv and install the framework and launcher via regular side load. Proven to work on the nexus 7 and I can vouch for the Nook tablet 16GB from first hand experience. Does not look good on a phone though. In order to run the latest addition you need android 4.1+
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I sideloaded Nova Launcher very easily onto my Ouya. No modification needed. Works great. Little difficult to navigate with the controller, but definitely doable. Can access your Ouya games there and everything. Much more smooth than the Ouya launcher, that's for sure.
Is there an app that acts like a play station 3 remote? it would be nice to use my tablet or galaxy nexus to control the PS3 for movies or other things like the browser and menu.
Search blue put droid in market ... I think that's the name
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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=droidbean.btcontroller
I think he means remote, not controller.
In any case, I'd like to know as well. So far I haven't had any luck.
ynrozturk said:
I think he means remote, not controller.
In any case, I'd like to know as well. So far I haven't had any luck.
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That's what that app does...
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Yes, just set the buttons accordingly to a real PS3 controller
It's actually quite funny how it works Using you phone as a controller and tablet as console really gives a "yo dawg..." Xzibit-ish impression. However, I noticed my phone battery dies really quickly using this app.
ynrozturk said:
I think he means remote, not controller.
In any case, I'd like to know as well. So far I haven't had any luck.
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I used the blueputdroid app....it is ok...i wish it had a keyboard so you can type in the web browser or search fields. It has a gesture remote control where you just gesture around with your finger and it draws a line with it. but i am looking for something more that has more features.
spillytime said:
I used the blueputdroid app....it is ok...i wish it had a keyboard so you can type in the web browser or search fields. It has a gesture remote control where you just gesture around with your finger and it draws a line with it. but i am looking for something more that has more features.
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Sweet thanks, I may have to give that a try. I'll need to root my device first I guess.
I have been using xbmc for a while but I am new to using it on top of android. I recently sold me AppleTv and made the swtich to the Fire and I am very happy with my decision so far. That said launching the apps is a real pain. If I could get them in the actual fireTv menu this would be much more ideal as I am sure everyone agrees. To my knowledge that is still not possible at this point. So I am curious how everyone is running their apps. I have read some about launchers in XBMC is this the way to go? What is the best way to set this up?
Thanks
mcsephoenix said:
I have been using xbmc for a while but I am new to using it on top of android. I recently sold me AppleTv and made the swtich to the Fire and I am very happy with my decision so far. That said launching the apps is a real pain. If I could get them in the actual fireTv menu this would be much more ideal as I am sure everyone agrees. To my knowledge that is still not possible at this point. So I am curious how everyone is running their apps. I have read some about launchers in XBMC is this the way to go? What is the best way to set this up?
Thanks
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sideload firedtv its the best option i've found for myself
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2782307
I use XBMC as my launcher. You can add apps to your favourites to launch them easily or even integrate them into your skin if your skin permits it. Works very well so far. Only thing I use the Amazon launcher for is to force stop an App if it is stuck, still looking for a suitable app manager for this so I can ditch the Amazon launcher all together.
Is there any way to get the best of both worlds and use the fired launcher as the stock launcher but still be able to load apps from within XBMC. I am trying to keep this as user friendly as possible for the family who is a little overwhelmed by xbmc still.
mcsephoenix said:
Is there any way to get the best of both worlds and use the fired launcher as the stock launcher but still be able to load apps from within XBMC. I am trying to keep this as user friendly as possible for the family who is a little overwhelmed by xbmc still.
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This XBMC Launcher gives the best of both worlds and works great. There is a bit of a learning curve, as the Fire TV must be rooted for it to work. But well worth the effort when completed.
mjbxx said:
This XBMC Launcher gives the best of both worlds and works great. There is a bit of a learning curve, as the Fire TV must be rooted for it to work. But well worth the effort when completed.
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Thanks, I saw that but I wasn't thrilled about having to uninstall my current revision of xbmc. I am rooted but I am thinking I might just give FiredTV a shot for now and wait until someone figures out how to unlock the bootloader.
mcsephoenix said:
Thanks, I saw that but I wasn't thrilled about having to uninstall my current revision of xbmc. I am rooted but I am thinking I might just give FiredTV a shot for now and wait until someone figures out how to unlock the bootloader.
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Just backup your XBMC User Data, uninstall current version, install the XBMC Launcher and finally restore XBMC User Data. Believe me, it is absolutely worth the trouble as this launcher is the best option out there at this time. FiredTV is OK but nowhere near as functional and allowing for many features. This launcher literally morphs the Fire TV into an XBMC box.
mjbxx said:
Just backup your XBMC User Data, uninstall current version, install the XBMC Launcher and finally restore XBMC User Data. Believe me, it is absolutely worth the trouble as this launcher is the best option out there at this time. FiredTV is OK but nowhere near as functional and allowing for many features. This launcher literally morphs the Fire TV into an XBMC box.
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I took your advice and bit the bullet made the leap last night. For the most part things went smoothly and I am very happy I took your advice. I was a little bummed to lose all my skin settings IE my shortcuts but it will be worth the effort to set them back up.
Thanks
hey guys, hope this thread is ok, just thought id create one post for all to post what exactly they have installed so far with the latest root for the fire tv 2 (rbox)
i along with maybe many others, is new to rooting the fire tv, having owned a 1st gen back on launch i switched it for a htpc back before they was rootable so never got the chance to root one
now i have a 2nd gen, rooted, and looking to get it looking ass much like stock android as possible
i plan on using nova launcher as the default launcher
would love to get live wallpapers working with this (has anyone installed the module for this yet with the ftv 2? )
and of course, when available, id love to have the playstore up and running, ive been keeping my eye on threads about this
so, please feel free to share what you have installed and how well it works
I also thought about starting a thread the same as this.... I've tried Nova on here, & also been wondering what modules everyone has tried or using, only one I've heard threw the forum is a few using rbox's launcher module (not sure what its called?) so they can use there 3 party launcher as a main launcher (belive it's the same module that worked on AFTV gen 1). Hopefully this can be a good little thread if everyone helps.
Also tried to get playstore running but get as far as the 976 error when trying to install or update anything? Also tried with the Market helper apk, & using it on a 3rd party launcher (TV launcher) & a few others but nothing? Only thing is do you need that rbox module to make it work? That is the only thing I haven't tried?
deanr1977 said:
I also thought about starting a thread the same as this.... I've tried Nova on here, & also been wondering what modules everyone has tried or using, only one I've heard threw the forum is a few using rbox's launcher module (not sure what its called?) so they can use there 3 party launcher as a main launcher (belive it's the same module that worked on AFTV gen 1). Hopefully this can be a good little thread if everyone helps.
Also tried to get playstore running but get as far as the 976 error when trying to install or update anything? Also tried with the Market helper apk, & using it on a 3rd party launcher (TV launcher) & a few others but nothing? Only thing is do you need that rbox module to make it work? That is the only thing I haven't tried?
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nova has always been my favourite launcher, i just last night got it set up on the shield too,
never played around with xposed modules so they are all completely new to me, ive learned little bits from some posts here already
i have used rbox fire tv mod, what i am looking for mostly is the way to install live wallpapers on nova launcher, im not sure if the method from fire tv gen 1 will work
anyone used this yet?
i agree that this could become a very helpful spot for people to head to if everyone who has tried different modules adds to it
Im using fake wifi connection and it make a difference on apps like FoodNetwork. I am wondering though how do you get to or watch amazon videos with nova launcher?
I have added some xposed modules I have used to my thread some I've tested & some I haven't because when people who are looking for compatible or non working apps/accessories can look in my thread & also see the modules too in one place. But you can add them here too if you like?
My thread for working & non working compatible apps/modules/accessories for root or non root you can find here -
http://forum.xda-developers.com/fire-tv/help/aftv2-best-compatible-apps-accessories-t3269267
Please add these to you're list -
Working
HDXPosed
Renamer (this ones good I like this!)
Secure Settings
Non Tested
Rootcloak
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fomoco460 said:
Im using fake wifi connection and it make a difference on apps like FoodNetwork. I am wondering though how do you get to or watch amazon videos with nova launcher?
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Can you not just sideload the Amazon Video app? Or use a shortcuts app like - Quick shortcut maker
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The amazon video apk always fails when I try to sideload it. Ill have to give Quick shortcut maker Thanks.
fomoco460 said:
The amazon video apk always fails when I try to sideload it. Ill have to give Quick shortcut maker Thanks.
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Heard it works I have it on my phone But not sideloaded it yet
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Does anyone know if there is a version of Android TV Launcher that resembles the look of the new Android TV? (Like attached?)
Thanks!
it's only available for 8.0/9.0 I believe, but if anyone could hack it on to firestick 4k that would be awesome.
And i came here looking for other way around
I have the above version since the day i bought my Mibox S (few months ago) its using Android TV launcher and looks like this
androidpolice-com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/nexus2cee_android-tv-o-hero.png
But i am looking for the leanback type styles, the one which is displayed in playstore
uphilltechno-com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/TV-Launcher.jpg
Any idea how i can get those style
zainsohail88 said:
I have the above version since the day i bought my Mibox S (few months ago) its using Android TV launcher and looks like this
androidpolice-com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/nexus2cee_android-tv-o-hero.png
But i am looking for the leanback type styles, the one which is displayed in playstore
uphilltechno-com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/TV-Launcher.jpg
Any idea how i can get those style
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Maybe this?
https://forum.xda-developers.com/fire-tv/development/app-leanback-launcher-fire-tv-t3750451
Not sure if recommendations work without root though... See this post,
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=80864229&postcount=182
https://github.com/tsynik/LeanbackLauncher/releases/
This developer has been updating the Leanback Launcher port for Fire TV devices. Keep an eye on this.
AngryManMLS said:
https://github.com/tsynik/LeanbackLauncher/releases/
This developer has been updating the Leanback Launcher port for Fire TV devices. Keep an eye on this.
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Using this one currently and it's working great.
Recommendations work but only for Netflix. Not sure if others work. I have root.