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[Q] Fire tv. Just arrived

Hi all, I have just received my fire tv toda from Amazon uk.
I plugged in and tried to have a look at the UI. Anyway it wanted to update straight away and started downloading. I stopped this and have turned it off.
I wanted to check the FW version but I can't get that far.
Di I have to root first as I only bought this unit to install xbmc
Please help.
Thanks

k6? said:
Hi all, I have just received my fire tv toda from Amazon uk.
I plugged in and tried to have a look at the UI. Anyway it wanted to update straight away and started downloading. I stopped this and have turned it off.
I wanted to check the FW version but I can't get that far.
Di I have to root first as I only bought this unit to install xbmc
Please help.
Thanks
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If I'm not mistaken UK units are shipping with the latest firmware.
But you don't need root to install xbmc.

Cool. Thanks. I'll boot it up and get it on.
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Follow this guide: http://www.aftvnews.com/how-to-setup-a-new-fire-tv-without-blocking-root/
Let us know what firmware it came with.

Also got the FTV (UK): 51.1.40_user_514005520
I am assuming this is un-rootable?

can't seem to get xbmc/spmc to work on the UK version
it gets to the first run stage and then goes back to the applications part of settings...
i'm not bothered about root, but without xbmc this device is pointless for me...!

XBMC Works but not many add ons
bigviv said:
can't seem to get xbmc/spmc to work on the UK version
it gets to the first run stage and then goes back to the applications part of settings...
i'm not bothered about root, but without xbmc this device is pointless for me...!
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I can install and do most things with XBMC, but Icefilms or 1Channel cannot get to the content.

icefilms should work right? im in UK and it loads up on windows without spoofing IP
glad i imported the US version

johnnycab13 said:
Also got the FTV (UK): 51.1.40_user_514005520
I am assuming this is un-rootable?
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Are you positive that is your software version number? Others have reported getting 51.1.4.0_user_514006420, which is different from your version .

AFTVnews.com said:
Are you positive that is your software version number? Others have reported getting 51.1.4.0_user_514006420, which is different from your version .
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Yep, 100% positive. However, it was trying to update to the version you have mentioned - which I cancelled. Also, have problems with XBMC - which does not launch.

johnnycab13 said:
Yep, 100% positive. However, it was trying to update to the version you have mentioned - which I cancelled. Also, have problems with XBMC - which does not launch.
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Did it update to 51.1.40_user_514005520 during the initial setup, or were you somehow able to get through setup without updating?

AFTVnews.com said:
Did it update to 51.1.40_user_514005520 during the initial setup, or were you somehow able to get through setup without updating?
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I managed to get past the intial setup by pulling the ethernet connection method. Then went through the non-skip intro video etc. Whilst I was checking on the System tab; noticed that it was downloading the update and had the version number quoted by you. I had the option to cancel the update, which I did - the progress bar was around the half way mark.

Would it be possible to set up a fake update server providing an old version during the initial setup?
Or is that useless with the units that are being shipped out now?

johnnycab13 said:
I managed to get past the intial setup by pulling the ethernet connection method. Then went through the non-skip intro video etc. Whilst I was checking on the System tab; noticed that it was downloading the update and had the version number quoted by you. I had the option to cancel the update, which I did - the progress bar was around the half way mark.
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Wow. You're blowing my mind. Nobody has been able to get past the initial update with a Fire TV running 51.1.3.0 or newer. Either 51.1.40_user_514005520 is unlike all the other 51.1.3.0+ versions (meaning it does not refuse to proceed when it can't reach the update server), or you did something different that got you past the update.
Can you recall exactly what you did and when?

freezer2k said:
Would it be possible to set up a fake update server providing an old version during the initial setup?
Or is that useless with the units that are being shipped out now?
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No. It's been discussed multiple times. The communications is both encrypted and signed.
AFTVnews.com said:
Wow. You're blowing my mind. Nobody has been able to get past the initial update with a Fire TV running 51.1.3.0 or newer. Either 51.1.40_user_514005520 is unlike all the other 51.1.3.0+ versions (meaning it does not refuse to proceed when it can't reach the update server), or you did something different that got you past the update.
Can you recall exactly what you did and when?
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It's possible the forced flag wasn't set. It seems to not be an across the board thing for different versions. Remember, the german units shipped with the first 51.1.3.0 version and forced the update to the 2nd while the US units that were updated to the first 51.1.3.0 didn't have a forced update to the newer one.

rbox said:
It's possible the forced flag wasn't set. It seems to not be an across the board thing for different versions. Remember, the german units shipped with the first 51.1.3.0 version and forced the update to the 2nd while the US units that were updated to the first 51.1.3.0 didn't have a forced update to the newer one.
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I wasn't aware that someone with the first 51.1.3.0 in the US was able to get past an update during initial setup. Do you recall if it came with the first 51.1.3.0 brand new or if it was just factory reset with the first 51.1.3.0?

AFTVnews.com said:
I wasn't aware that someone with the first 51.1.3.0 in the US was able to get past an update during initial setup. Do you recall if it came with the first 51.1.3.0 brand new or if it was just factory reset with the first 51.1.3.0?
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Hrm, that's a good point. I don't know if it acts differently on a factory reset/fresh install vs just an update. I was talking about when we updated to the first 51.1.3.0 it seemed like all the german boxes were forcing to the second while we werent. But I don't think I ever tried a factory reset at that point.

rbox said:
Hrm, that's a good point. I don't know if it acts differently on a factory reset/fresh install vs just an update. I was talking about when we updated to the first 51.1.3.0 it seemed like all the german boxes were forcing to the second while we werent. But I don't think I ever tried a factory reset at that point.
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I'm starting to get more and more convinced that there is a difference between a first time setup and a factory reset, as far as forced updates are concerned. Either that or the German versions of 51.1.3.0 are somehow different from the US versions.
I know for sure that factory reseting a Fire TV running the first 51.1.3.0 will get past the blocked update to the second 51.1.3.0. I did this myself just the other day. Of course, that Fire TV did not come with 51.1.3.0.
Come to think of it, I don't think I've heard of anyone in the US getting anything above 51.1.1.0 on a new Fire TV.

AFTVnews.com said:
Wow. You're blowing my mind. Nobody has been able to get past the initial update with a Fire TV running 51.1.3.0 or newer. Either 51.1.40_user_514005520 is unlike all the other 51.1.3.0+ versions (meaning it does not refuse to proceed when it can't reach the update server), or you did something different that got you past the update.
Can you recall exactly what you did and when?
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Surprisingly, I did what was suggested on your site (I assume it is yours?). Anyways, I will try to remember the exact steps:
Powered the box without a network connection.
Paired remote and chose the language
IIRC, then there was the option to choose the network via Wi-fi
Plugged in the Ethernet connection
The box almost immediately picked up my registration details or pre-registered details?
Instantly pulled the Ethernet connection
I had a quick look around the menu system to familiarise myself
I went to System to check the version; it was and still is as I stated
Plugged the Ethernet back in
Noticed it was trying to update, whilst I was playing around trying to disable the dcp update via PC
Cancelled the update
The box has been sitting idle for a good few hours and not trying to update itself. I don't know the implications of this; my sole reason was to stop any further updates in case of a solution in the near future.

I'm annoyed with it. Can't even use NBC Sports Live App.... I can't press the play button with the remote, yet it's an app on the amazon store... So it's an app, I can't do anything with.
Tried an android controller, doesn't work - need root for that.
TBH, I thinking of sending it back and just doing what I done before. Downloading everything and sticking it on USB straight into the tele.

Moto 360 WORKS :)

Moto360 works great with the last update now and the update has to be the 4.6.1 US versions ending in 820 and not 320
I had the one ending in 320 and was not working and Google services was working from time to time, but now with the update ending in 820 everything was fix with latest google services and latest play store and Google maps all working great and obviously Android Wear for my Moto360 that works like a charm
If you have questions let me know and I will try to help
I have an AT&T fire phone unlocked.

Just wanted to add to this because I've just got my Sony Smartwatch 3 working.
Had to install system software version 820 but otherwise everything is fine.
I've got a UK O2 device.

coachadrian said:
Moto360 works great with the last update now and the update has to be the 4.6.1 US versions ending in 820 and not 320
I had the one ending in 320 and was not working and Google services was working from time to time, but now with the update ending in 820 everything was fix with latest google services and latest play store and Google maps all working great and obviously Android Wear for my Moto360 that works like a charm
If you have questions let me know and I will try to help
I have an AT&T fire phone unlocked.
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Please explain the steps. I have a Note 4 already paired to my Moto360. I want to add a second device.
Thanks.

LG G Watch
Confirmed that the LG G Watch running 5.1.1 Android wear, works fine, just the stock Amazon email app, does not trigger the watch to vibrate when a new email is received, other apps, messages, calls, Facebook, notifications work great =) Finally I can use this phone =)

congrats!

bbnsol said:
Had to install system software version 820 but otherwise everything is fine.
I've got a UK O2 device.
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I thought that update wasn't available yet for all of us using the UK handsets? Did you update using the US firmware? I put off doing that because I thought perhaps US versions weren't optimised for uk carrier networks.
Trying to get my moto 360 to work with this phone, migrated from a moto e 2nd gen. Boy did I underestimate how primitive fire os is. I mean, on paper: this phone is the best bang for your buck (on offer, anyways), but man 'dat os tho'. My moto 360 has literally served as a glorified regular watch with a ridiculously short battery life for the past month. I'm also on o2, and I'm not sure what you did to get that update but please let me know.

Which version of google service do you use?
I am using 4.6.1 (3820) and whenever I play Android wear then it shows
"Update the Goolge app on the Play Store. Then open Android Wear again"
even the android wear and connect are latest version. So I cannot connect to my
MOTO 360. Can you help?

Hi,
I had the same problem and here is how i fixed it!
1. Open playstore
2. Download the Google app...literally type in "google" and its the app with the white looking google symbol
3. Android wear works!
My fire phone is running 4.6.3 ver. 620 = this is the last three digits of my software version.
Google play store version 5.9.12
I also downloaded Motorola connect and selected the moto360 from menu and clicked open in android wear.
hope this helps im getting my watch tomorrow.

Thanks a lot.
After I upgrade to 4.6.3 and I forced to remove Amazon app store and then everything works smoothly.
Thanks.
tylersfd2 said:
Hi,
I had the same problem and here is how i fixed it!
1. Open playstore
2. Download the Google app...literally type in "google" and its the app with the white looking google symbol
3. Android wear works!
My fire phone is running 4.6.3 ver. 620 = this is the last three digits of my software version.
Google play store version 5.9.12
I also downloaded Motorola connect and selected the moto360 from menu and clicked open in android wear.
hope this helps im getting my watch tomorrow.
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I really like the moto360 2015 .. but it's $299 sad...

stunvn said:
I really like the moto360 2015 .. but it's $299 sad...
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Moto360 1st edition is $149.99.
From my reading on the new 2015 edition their is increased battery life and a slight change in button placement.
My moto360 will last the entire day with with a full charge to start that day. Ambient mode is on and I use paid watch faces with lots of colors.
I didn't feel the extra $150 for the second edition was justifiable to me. The 1st edition is still quite fashionable and useful.

Stagefight-Detector-APP from Google Play Store!

Hi all the Happy Fire Phone users.
I thought that all Amazon Fire Phone users would like to know that Zimperium, the company that discovered Stagefright, published a simple app that checks if the device is exposed to any of the several vulnerabilities that make it up.
Simply install it, tap “Begin Analysis,” and the app will show which vulnerability affects your phone.
Unfortunately, the app does nothing else, so it’s up to you to look up what each code means and what you can do about it...
After installing on my two Fire Phones (with Latest FireOS 4.6.3) this "Stagefight-Detector-APP" (from the Google Play Store), fortunately I always get the following message:
Congratulations!...
Your device is not affected by vulnerabilites in Stagefright!!
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.zimperium.stagefrightdetector
So it could be true that Amazon has totally fixed, this Stagefight problem in their latest FireOS 4.6.3 for the Fire Phone!!
Curiously, none one has mentioned on the "Android Comunity" (Latest Android News, El Android Libre, etc), that Amazon has been the first company that has corrected this annoying problem!!...
But it does not surprise me, Because Apparently all these Android News Sites, Has Always mentioned Samsung, HTC, LG, Sony and other Big Brands, not the Amazon Fire Phone.
I Really do not know if this APP is reliable or not, but at least works Flawlessly with the Fire Phone and also gives us a Fast Diagnosis of the "Stagefight" problem.
Edit: Today Lookout has Released a Stagefright Detector App, that it also works with the Fire Phone, and can be downloaded from the Google Play Store:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lookout.stagefrightdetector
www.androidheadlines.com/2015/08/lookout-releases-stagefright-detector-app.html

Can you turn off "auto-retrieve" in the messager settings on Fire OS? I'm on CM11 now, so I can't check.
This article show how to turn off the vulnerability: https://www.avast.com/en-us/faq.php?article=AVKB230. You can still be vulnerable afterwards if you open a malicious text message.

No, you can't switch off auto retrieve with stock sms app. I installed a different sms app because of that.

Huawei Watch 1 - Android Wear 2.9 update received!

Woke up to a pleasant surprise in the morning with an update to the 2.9 version.
The update purportedly incluudes:
New unread notification indicator (on by default)
ComplicationDrawable now handles permission
New Call back indicates if ComplicationDrawable completed loading images/icons
More on the update - https://android-developers.googleblog.com/2018/01/android-wear-sdk-and-emulator-update.html
Have not noticed and battery / perfomance changes / improvements yet.

I have still not recivied 2.9. Any idea when it might be rolled out?

I just got this too. Only thing I noticed is that when there is notifications, there is now a small notification indicator at the bottom of the home screen.

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Since Watch 2 has received oreo update and our original Huawei watch didn't, it seems we'll need to install custom roms from now if we want to get updated. I hope someone is cooking a custom rom... maybe from watch 2 update.. :?
Regards,

Is the new Wear OS available for the Huawei Watch?

clarkcant said:
Is the new Wear OS available for the Huawei Watch?
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Hi, Yes it is. I have version 2.12.0.197630450

I have the HW1 but didn't receive an update...
Still on wear os 2.12.0.197555195
Android 7.1.1
Security patches 5 October...

mohammad_radi said:
I have the HW1 but didn't receive an update...
Still on wear os 2.12.0.197555195
Android 7.1.1
Security patches 5 October...
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same here, I wonder if we still get the 2018 security patches and Android 8.1

Guys, for the last time, we're not getting 8.1. This has been discussed ad nauseam, and it's been confirmed by both Huawei and Google (by omission) that we aren't getting it. So stop wondering. No more patches, no more system software updates. We'll still get Wear OS APP updates, but that's it.

saqlain_r said:
Hi, Yes it is. I have version 2.12.0.197630450
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Thanks. Mine is on that version as well. But is that the latest version of Android Wear? I was under the impression that the Watch 2 has a higher version.

I'm not sure where the appropriate place is to post this question.
I've got the Huawei watch (original).
At first it was connected to my HTC M8, but now I'm using it with my iPhone X.
I have installed Watch OS to my phone. When I open the App on the iPhone, it says "Update your Watch: To keep your watch features working properly and use new features, you need to update the apps on your watch".
I click on START on the phone,
The next message is Continue on your watch. I click OK.
The watch says No Wi-Fi found. Connect to Wi-Fi to use Play Store.
(Under SETTINGS > Network. the watch tells me it is connected to my home Wi-Fi; not sure why I get the message "no wi-fi found" when I can clearly see it's connected.)
If I keep at this long enough, I get twirling green circles on the watch, and then an error message. "ERROR RETRIEVING INFORMATION FROM SERVER [RH-01].
Then I'm back at the "retry" prompt.
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My first question is why does it say it isn't connected, when it just said it was connected.
My second question is how does anything know to connect to Google Play? I'm using an iPhone. Is it even possible to connect to Google Play from an iPhone?
My last question is whether I should just give up on all this, and buy an Apple Watch, which I did NOT want to do. I now have a Pebble Steel, and now this Huawei. I guess I can write the whole thing off as a bad experience and get a new watch, if this is now a dead end street.
Thanks for any help anyone can offer.

More information...
Watch is running Wear OS 2.0.0 169881869
Error [RH-01] apparently happens when trying to connect to Play Store
Next step will be to re-start the watch, but I'll wait until it has a full charge.
This is the page I am working with to try to fix it: support.google.com/wearos/answer/6321140

Does anyone know where we can download the file from to flash with TWRP?

I believe my LG Urbane watch was on version 2.15.... will this watch be able to get that version?

Jaws4God said:
I believe my LG Urbane watch was on version 2.15.... will this watch be able to get that version?
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My Huawei 1 has been on 2.15 for a while.

Just got an update this morning? Fair few UI changes

2727alex2727 said:
Just got an update this morning? Fair few UI changes
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I also received the new UI. Wear OS version bumped to 2.17.

the update arrived this morning on both my Watch 1 and 2 - both now have the new ui - Watch 1 still shows as Android Wear and not Wear OS - also no security updates so still March 2017 and October 2017

Finally my Huawei Watch is updated to latest Android Wear New Interface.
- Swipe Left - Google Assistant
- Swipe Right - Google Fit
- Swipe Down - Status Toggle
- Swipe Up - Notification

Nvidia has PAUSED OREO UPDATE for Shield TV!

Source: https://www.androidpolice.com/2018/05/31/nvidia-halts-shield-tvs-oreo-update-couple-issues/
Anyone that's on Oreo experiencing any issues?

I got the 7.0.1 update today. I'm in Toronto, Canada. Hopefully most all the bugs are fixed from the last release.

sumer1 said:
I got the 7.0.1 update today. I'm in Toronto, Canada. Hopefully most all the bugs are fixed from the last release.
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Me too. Today get it. Germany.

Me too receive it (France)
Someone have issue with Play next ?
He's empty and I can't add nothing or i don't really understand how it works

I joined the preview program a few weeks ago when they tried to do the initial release and got the Oreo update yesterday. Everything seems to be working great here. I actually like the new launcher over the old one considerably. Now I only have the apps I want on the main page and you can reorder the apps in the app drawer too. The YouTube channel sucks because you can't put your subscriptions on there or your watch later which should be an option. Most of the rest of them are perfectly fine.

Got it yesterday afternoon in the US

Still nothing for me in US.

has anybody successfully used magisk with this update yet?

Oreo update made everything laggy and unusable

7.0.2 Developer images are now available.
NVIDIA SHIELD ANDROID TV Developer Only OS Image New 7.0.2 2018/06/28

I was one of the people with "a few issues" I updated mine last night and now I can't get past the Android boot screen (the 4 animated circles). Waited for 2 hours. I'm hoping I can get it into fastboot and FDR it.

New upgrade is CRAP, stay away and save your work
I HATE this update. It's ugly, like a return to Windows 3.1. There are fewer choices for what and where I can locate things on the desktop. I get one bar where I can put MY stuff, but YouTube and other commercial crap get front and center. I bought the Nvidia Shield TV so why don't I get the right to the real estate?
To initiate a restart, you now have to go to About and drill down to accomplish that. Every addon now takes 2 clicks instead of the previous 1 click. I also get the silly Android circles stuck at boot-up and I have to pull the power cord out to restart to get to desktop. Terrible, terrible desktop layout and menu function is haphazard.
I'm so sorry to have let this one into my unit.

I'd highly recommend avoiding this like a plague, stripped the device of useful features and introduced dozens of bugs and eyesores. If you don't have the update, don't get it.

I have issues to with Oreo.
My shield dosen't turn of the TV via HDMI CEC.
Model 2015.
Im thinking of rolling back to previous version.