yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Faznx92:
It was an issue with all the freaking ^ in the menu.

Issue fixed in version v0.94

Hummmm interesting.

The thing is if it disables ota correctly it should undo it. Make sure your rooted with supersu and

keep pressing grant on your device

when it pops up. That is the one thing you must do, keep granting adb root.

Blocking ota code

echo Please grant root on your device!
echo Blocking...
echo.
adb push disable_ota.sh /data/local/tmp/
adb shell "su -c 'chmod 777 /data/local/tmp/disable_ota.sh'"
adb shell "su -c '/data/local/tmp/disable_ota.sh'"
adb shell "rm /data/local/tmp/disable_ota.sh"
adb shell "su -c 'mount -o rw,remount /system'"
adb shell "su -c 'mv /system/app/com.amazon.dcp.apk* /system/app/com.amazon.dcp.apk.otablock'"
adb shell "su -c 'mount -o ro,remount /system'"
cls

Unblocking ota

echo Please grant root on your device!
echo Unblocking...
echo.
adb push able_ota.sh /data/local/tmp/
adb shell "su -c 'chmod 777 /data/local/tmp/able_ota.sh'"
adb shell "su -c '/data/local/tmp/able_ota.sh'"
adb shell "rm /data/local/tmp/able_ota.sh"
adb shell "su -c 'mount -o rw,remount /system'"
adb shell "su -c 'mv /system/app/com.amazon.dcp.apk* /system/app/com.amazon.dcp.apk'"
adb shell "su -c 'mount -o ro,remount /system'"
cls

Also where it says the disable_ota.sh and able_ota.sh is found here.

Btw

I launch these commands twice

for blocking and enabling because sometimes it kills the apk process first or sometimes it doesn't. So run the commands twice.

Fyi to check if updates are disabled, connect to wifi then goto settings --> device --> System Updates and click Check Now. It should say last update failed. If not then your not blocking ota.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] nvl1109:
Dear [MENTION=5554927]Faznx92[/MENTION], It does help :).

I can re-enable update OTA with your script. But Toolkit 0.93 could not. Because error shown then close immediately, so I can not capture the screen:(.

Thanks so much :).
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] wave_sailor:
Wow, this is great for any time someone gives you very nebulous instructions and you just cannot find anything clear cut. Thanks!

Can you add the ability to rollback?
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] EniGmA1987:
I used this toolkit to block OTA and it appears to have been successful. Thanks [MENTION=5554927]Faznx92[/MENTION]
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] blade22:
i m also on 13.3.2.2

so, it won't brick my device right?

also i can install custom roms or install google play service,google play etc?
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] jimyv:
umm

if you read at least this 1 page of this thread you will see that they are having problems reversing the effects of using the OTA a blocker and if you cannot reverse it you can not manually roll your firmware backwards so safestrap will work...in other words if you want to flash rom at this moment in time you need to read up on rolling back because currently safestrap does not work on latest firmware...and if you look in the general section you will see about 5 different threads of people not being able to follow directions or not knowing how to properly modify they're prop build and are breaking there devicesif I were you I would be patient for another day or 2before using your tablet or moving forward with anything with any luck this will be updated and maybe safestrap also..remember our developers are doing this on free time and free of wage.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] GSLEON3:
[MENTION=5414979]Angel0fDeath[/MENTION] Are you saying that Safestrap is working for you? You can boot into the SS recovery on 13.3.2.3.2?

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Just FYI, the latest updates start with kernel & BL update. If you roll back & THEN install Safestrap on BOTH the stock rom & then select install recovery AGAIN, on the rom-slot, then the update CANNOT function. Safestrap will not allow the kernel or BL to be flashed, it will try to update, even boot to stock recvovery, but it will ultimately FAIL & you can reboot & enter safestrap recovery just fine.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] jimyv:
I dont think soo?

About SS that is. I am sure he was able to install the app and even hit the install recovery but SS will not boot and will give a scary blackscreen...it will reboot if forced then un install it then okay. ?. Was my experience and many others.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Faznx92:
By the way I'm making a update to fix a menu error on the ota enable function. Minor issue. Batch syntax error. v0.94
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] jimyv:
very cool

well I'm all out of "thanks" for to day so here. Thanks lol... and by any chance you have it contacted or been in contact with Hashcode ?
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Angel0fDeath:
Yeah it didn't work. I didn't know it until I actually tried booting into recovery.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Faznx92:
No.

Not to be mean but I know very little java/c. I'm good with configuring networks and scripting. Everyday I'm learning more and more about android. Hell, yesterday I learned about logcat and launching apps with am start and intents. I'm putting all I can into learning and gaining a bigger skill set. I'm all ears.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] GSLEON3:
I contacted Hash. I think he's fairly busy right now, kids out of school & all, but I'll let you know what I hear whenever I do. I started going thru the old kernel & source & comparing it to the latest source, which still isn't 3.2.3.2, but hopefully close enough, to see if I can spot any address changes.

Interesting, the HDX is currently vulnerable to at least 3 separate exploits right now, well, technically has been this whole time. Just took a few more SD800+ SoC to start getting them applied in the wild.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Faznx92:
No everything's working. It was all the menu editing I did that caused a syntax error. The ota blocker 99.99% does not brick the device. It does not touch the build.prop. Read through the code for yourself.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] jimyv:
sweet

Very cool and much appreciated here as well great work and thanks again
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Faznx92:
It shouldn't. Nobody reported any issue.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] MISFITZ:
I have HDX 8.9

14.3.2.3.2

bUILD Sunday, June 1, 2014

I did a fractory reset and turned to Airplane mode soon after reading all this thread

I am still lost....I am not sure how to root this or even if I should ROOT..as of yet.

I went to towelroot by geohot and downloaded the tr.apk on my computer

Can some one please guide or point me to right directions on what to be done and how to be done...please

Appreciate all the help.

I am willing to help and donate for the right cause

Thanks

Misfitz
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Faznx92:
Download the toolkit (on page one) unpack, run it.

First install adb driver, then run towelroot, then block ota updates, then install supersu.

You have root permissions.

Enjoy.

The main post will update with current news. Everything is working, just follow the directions. I made the toolkit to be simple. Run it and it will guide you.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] blade22:
Thanks...

my first priority is to install gapps in this stock ROM

so I hope after root i will be able to :D
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] jimyv:
umm

I get errors on Amazon video...when blocked
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] txgranny:
Add me to the scary black screen club, but it's exciting to have gotten this far... keep up the amazing work!

I will expound - got root with easy to follow (thank you and blessings, most revered ones) toolkit, but hit the SS snag. I don't have gapps but I installed Nova launcher and UC browser apks and they're working so well I feel like I'm using a big Nexus. I'm on the hunt for more. Root opened up the whole world - minus Playstore that is. My check is in the mail ...
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] jimyv:
?

You mean you attempted to get into safestrap recovery when you are on the newer firmware? or you did something else to cause this? I mean if we are to add you to the body count which pile do we throw you in? Lmao
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Faznx92:
No, don't right now. People are bricking to much trying to roll back.

WAIT FOR HASHCODE TO UPDATE SAFESTRAP
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] GSLEON3:
This is the BEST ADVICE. Follow it.

Most of the things I fixed earlier were easy enough to figure out before replicating the issues. I don't mind risking a brick when I am 99% certain I know the fix before I even attempt to purposely brick/bootloop my device. HOWEVER, I am NOT very familiar with Safestrap. I only used it shortly & I personally use the stock device & add my own gapps to it via scripts. For fast setup, I use Kindle Free for Play Store, with the Xposed module, but I am not able or willing to try wiping my device or forcing a SS issue just yet, since I don't yet fully understand how big of a mess this makes.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Angel0fDeath:
Play store is working perfectly for me.

Rooted Kindle Fire HDX 7" 13.3.2.3.2
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Faznx92:
I'm sorry I missed your post. You have the idea right you just have to run the commands twice. Sometimes it kills the process then the next run with disable the process. Weird but I got it working.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Faznx92:
Using kindlefree?

btw I'm thinking about adding the free version.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] blade22:
somebody should post the right method about installing the gapps & play services etc after rooting the current version.

so that we don't get annoyying "google apps stop working" or "google play service is not supported by your device" error popups :mad:
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Angel0fDeath:
I don't have any of those pop ups anymore. Maybe I should post a link to all the apps I installed to get it working.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Faznx92:
To remove ads did you use lucky patcher.

Yes please list the apps.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Angel0fDeath:
Btw you need the HDXPosed Module for play store to actually work.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] kenmoini:
I can confirm this root method working with my KFHDX 7"....

Version 13.3.2.3.2

1) Download HDX Toolkit v0.94

2) Extract to a folder in C:\

3) Run HDX Toolkit

4) Install ADB Drivers via Toolkit

5) Root via Towelroot in Toolkit

6) Install SuperSu via Toolkit

7) Check for root via Toolkit (Under 5. More...)

Shazam.

I might take the time here soon to roll back to 13.3.1.0 so I can install SafeStrap but with my workload odds are Hashcode will have a new version of SafeStrap for 13/14.3.2.3.2 by the time I get back to playing with this sucker :D

Who knows, maybe by then someone will figure out how to unlock the bootloader! :cool:
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Angel0fDeath:
This is what I did to get Playstore working with no error pop ups.

FIRST:

Then install these apks: https://mega.co.nz/#F!8Q10yAiZ!4GVoGr7FJtXauVI3kvPSMQ

Mirror: https://onedrive.live.com/redir?res...4&authkey=!AIVXLFXAOWDeM0Q&ithint=folder,.apk

After you install the apks open the Playstore and sign in.

Also if you want to add a second Google account this is one way I found. (if you know another way please tell me)

1.If you don't have google play music, download and install it.

Once you open it you should be able to see and tap on Add account.

2.If you've already signed in:

Open Google Play Music.

Go to settings.

Tap on Google Account.

Then tap Add account.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] rootcid:
Guys i followed the prompts to install exactly on my 14.3.2.3.2 8.9 and i have root \nd ive disable the otas. However, the navigation keys seem to be missing in the firos launcher - they appear in other apps though.

Any thoughts on how to fix it?

Ohh ps i just noticed that the amazon app store isnt working either. I assume its something to do with the ota script.

Also i did this:

However, im unable to connect to the store, same as 1mobile and amazon theres just a blank page...
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] jimyv:
?

How are you blocking OTA updates if I may ask?

---------- Post added at 12:22 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:19 PM ----------

Did you install xposed and signature module?
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] rootcid:
I did not install the signature module. Having done so and repeated the original instructions afterwards all is good, im able to sign in. BUT Play still crashes after trying first download :(
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Faznx92:
You should make a post so it can be searchable.

Also a little to much discussion into google play here...

Thank you for the post.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Faznx92:
I find it funny how some of you guys are saying Amazon app store isn't work if you block ota.

fyi: Time is wrong on my device.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] rootcid:
Funny yes, but i get a blank grey page instead, so defo not working here...

Same with play which crashes on first attempt to install an app :)
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Faznx92:
Others have no issue, for others it doesn't work. Besides, the main reason for the blocker I put together was to do exactly that, block ota in a safe way.

Some say once they do a factory reset and disable ota, Amazon store works. Who knows what the reason is.

O well I'll keep looking into it.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] MISFITZ:
Thanks..Got it to root and now will be installing gapp since now we have the directions and steps and files....Thanks
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Angel0fDeath:
Delete
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] blade22:
You shud create a thread in general section about this :D

bcoz this thread will soon be pages long & many users will miss this post ;)
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Angel0fDeath:
I've posted it in the general section [emoji41] : http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2787813

Sent from my rooted Kindle Fire HDX 7"
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] blade22:
installed adb drivers from toolkit successfully

but while rooting getting *device not found* error :(
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Demonoid111:
Side load the towel root apk and root it yourself.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] blade22:
Ok..but if the device not found is not resolved then i won't be able to run the block OTA option from toolkit :confused:
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] blade22:
Thanks to noxchi

got a PM from him regarding my Issue

Solved !!! :D

https://developer.amazon.com/appsan...etting-up-your-kindle-fire-tablet-for-testing

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Q: we can uninstall the towel root apk after rooting?
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Angel0fDeath:
Yep, I uninstalled it almost right after I rooted and everything is still working fine.

Sent from my rooted Kindle Fire HDX 7"
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] SpecRek9:
Hi Mates, I just got hands on a Kindle Fire HDX 7" 13.3.2.3.2 and by reading the message at OP its not clear if I can follow this method to root it ot nor.

Please advice

Thanks in advance.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] randomhkkid:
Yes you can, just select the option to root 13.3.2.3.2 in the toolkit. Then select install SuperSu. Safestrap is not currently available for 13.3.2.3.2.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] SpecRek9:
Will try, thanks a lot
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] SpecRek9:
Ok, now the device is rooted and with superSU, how can I proceed to install a recovery and later a ROM if Safestrap cannot be installed? (afaik safestrap is the recovery itself right? similar to TWRP etc)
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] randomhkkid:
I believe Safestrap is the name for the recovery used on the KFHDX it's a modified version of TWRP. There's no current alternative to Safestrap. You'll have to wait for it to be released before it's possible to install a ROM.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] SpecRek9:
Thanks a lot mate :)
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Faznx92:
By the way, block updates with the tool. You don't want to be updated in the next version.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] move_over:
Used this tool to successfully reroot after update to 14.3.2.4, and then blocked ota so I don't have to worry about losing root again :)

sent from hdx+ with tapatalk
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] blade22:
wow..so latest update can also be rooted with towel root :cyclops:

can anybody confirm if towelroot works for Thor 13.3.2.4 update
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Faznx92:
Don't update guys. Wait. I think we may be unlocked soon. Fully unlocked :fingers-crossed:.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] S_transform:
Its just so exciting :victory: I really hope they work out whatever kinks they've run into!
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] blade22:
Good days are coming :D
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] RasputinAXP:
CONFIRMED: TowelRoot still worked on the wife's HDX. Version 13.3.2.4_user_324002120

THANKS GANG!!!
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Faznx92:
Nice, but I don't recommend updating though.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] RasputinAXP:
Sure, I don't plan on it. OTAs have been blocked and as soon as it's totally cracked and rom-able she's probably going to want to go full vanilla.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Droid_1:
Can confirm that its working with 13.3.2.4 without any issues!

Congrats to the devs and many thanks! :victory:

Cant wait seeing future development!

EDIT: solved.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] aranurea:
Source?

Just realized you are the source lol.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Faznx92:
Nope, the source is not from me. I'm just repeating.

Here it is.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] brainymd:
Thanks for the awesome work!

Just got a Thor with firmware 13.3.1.0 and used your toolkit to gain root.

I installed ADB, then SuperSU, then rooted, then blocked OTA, then installed Safestrap (in that order).

Do I need Towelroot now that I am rooted? Do I need anything else?
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Arashkage:
Updating

What is the latest OS for kindle fire HDX 8.9"?

btw I am on 14.3.2.3.1 rooted and safetrap installed. I already created a room slot and backup the stock rom in it. Also I disable the update. I want to update my kindle to 14.3.2.4 so I can install Apollo Grom v1.3. would you please tell me how can I update to this specific rom version?

thanks
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] blade22:
just download the update file manually from amazon and follow the instructions given there
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Arashkage:
Can you give me a link
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] blade22:
download link: https://s3.amazonaws.com/kindle-fire-updates/update-kindle-14.3.2.4_user_324002120.bin

source page: http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=201357220
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Arashkage:
Great Thanks,

So I am assuming the latest update is 14.3.2.4, Right?
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] rr+:
HDX. Version 13.3.2.4_user_324002120: OTA block+Safestrap?

Hi!

I have a brandnew HDX 7" ("Thor") with OS version 13.3.2.4_user_324002120.

I successfully applied root (via towelroot) and installed SuperSU from HDX toolkit 0.94.

Concerning the other functions, there are many messages in this thread that OTA block is eventually not removable, that Safestrap installation does not work, and that one "should wait, not update". For OS version 13.3.2.4, I found no clear statement.

Does the OTA block installer work for this version and (if yes) is it reversable so that I can do an update later on?

What about Safestrap for this version: does it work?

(I know, no warranty at all ...)

best regards

Robert
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] sashusmom:
Congratulations Robert! :) Enjoy your new tablet.

I have just installed 9.4 toolkit. Under more- #5 - there are options to 1- Enable OTA updates, 2- check Root, 3- back to main menu.

Was told that this version Does block OTA updates.

---------- Post added at 07:04 PM ---------- Previous post was at 07:02 PM ----------

Just got my brand new Kindle HDx 7- My build is 13.3.2.1. Amazon. Where did you get yours from?

Having my own minor problem with this toolkit. I installed adb drivers. Yet, My device is not being recognized. Any suggestions?

I am trying to avoid connecting to the internet, but have settings- updating over wifi only. Am I assuming correctly that I can connect to tmobile data and not have OTA update to happen?? That way I can at least use towelroot by downloading it from dropbox.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] sashusmom:
fixed

I uninstalled drivers, and reinstalled. That made the kindle hdx recognizable. Root obtained!!! Supersu installed, OTA blocked, Now I will update binary after I check that OTA updates are indeed blocked.

Tips on this thread are great. Thanks for all your help, [MENTION=268386]blade[/MENTION] for having the same problem as me, and esp. Faznx92 :) Was stumped for awhile without internet access for a work around, but see what happens when you read,read,read??? Very cool, and this tablet is a challenge. Nothing like android- ICS,JB,or KK. I always like a challenge:D
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] rr+:
There is the menu option to revert OTA blocking, yes.

However my question was if it works also with OS build 13.3.2.4.

There were problems with 13.3.2.3.2, on page 7 of this thread:

For version 13.3.2.3.2, enabling OTA has been fixed by Faznx92 in toolkit version 0.94, if I interpreted his reply correctly.

Concerning Safestrap, there was a statement on page 9:

In the Safestrap thread, I found that OS build 13.3.2.4 is supported (currently BETA) by a newer, different version. And lots of warnings not to install older Safestrap in newer OS and vice versa- both possibly bricking the device.

Question is: which version is included in toolkit 0.94?

I will postpone Safestrap installation until it is no longer declared BETA.

From Amazon Germany. However there was a problem with it right after unpacking (black screen in middle of initial setup sequence). I contacted amazon service, connected via WIFI, solved the problem ... and found a message "updated to version 13.3.2.4 ...". Did not know kindle will update without explicit user permission - all my other android devices do not apply OTA firmware updates automatically by default. Should have read XDAdeveloper threads more carefully BEFORE unpacking :(
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Faznx92:
NOTICE

Toolkit version 0.94 is able to root version 13/14.3.2.4 with towel root.

You will find an option in the

more menu

of the toolkit to remove the ota blocker.

I will make a update in the near future.

I'm going to update details and apps.

I will also bring back HDXposed.

I will be including all the packed file names for that version of the toolkit into the change_log.

I'm working on adding a easier automated option but that is far off from now.

0.94 has no issue rooting 13/14.3.2.4 and blocking updates.

Any issues you may have with the toolkit please post here.

For anyone new to the scene I recommend you give this and this a quick read.

Thank you.
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