yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] DB126:
IMO: 4th gen devices should update to 4.5.5.1 which is likely a prerequisite for further OTA progression to FireOS v5. 3rd gen devices should stay on 4.5.2 if planning to use Safestrap v4 or update to 4.5.5.1 if currently on 4.5.3 or above.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] donharden2002:
I sincerely hope your father will be ok.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] cwzkevin:
Hi, all.

Have a question about how to install the newer os and safestrap v4.

My HDX 7(thor) was running 13.3.2.1_user_321093620 (build Feb 6, 2014), and it has safestrap v.3.75 on it. When I got it from amazon, I followed this thread 3.a) to root and safestrap. After safestrap, I flashed Thor Gapps Rom (13.3.2.4) from this thread.

Now that with much newer roms and safestrap v4 out there, I flashed the rom ggow 13.3.2.6.zip 13.3.2.6_user_326001820 (build Sep 8, 2014) and followed the OP,

Thinking that, re-enable OTA would get me update to new ROM, and then I can root and Safestrap v4. However, OTA never come.

Is there other way to install new ROM and upgrade from safestrap v3.75 to v4? Thanks!
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] DB126:
As you have not progressed beyond 13.3.2.6 the device can still be unlocked which opens the door to a wider array of ROMs including Lollipop & Marshmallow builds. Otherwise you are limited to KitKat builds (CM11 and Nexus). Unlocking takes some work, patience, a host PC and a bit of technical skill. If you'd rather not go through the effort then you can still update to FireOS v4, Safestrap v4 and use one if the above ROMs.

Doesn't answer your specific question but wanted to make sure you were aware of the choices. Once FireOS is upgraded past 13.3.2.6 there is no looking back.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] cwzkevin:
Thank you for the quick reply! I am very open to any ROM/options. I don't mind unlock (I think you mean bootloader, right? So, after rooting and safestrap, we still didn't unlock the bootloader?).

I want a ROM that

1) works both on Google and Amazon, (The 13.3.2.4 gapps rom can't do anything about amazon)

2) long battery time (a day of normal use, I don't think I will really use it 8 hours day, but it is good to have) (The 13.3.2.4 gapps rom can't stand by to the end of 8 hours day)

3) LTE should works (I have t-mobile 200mb/month free data)

Thanks, again!
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] DB126:
The only way to get near complete interoperability between Amazon and Google on a 3rd gen HDX is to install a custom ROM. GAaps does not play nice with FireOS v3 or v4; v5 is only available for 4th gen and above. To my knowledge FireOS and the HDX build of CM11 are the only ROMs that play nice with the finiky mobile/LTE radio built into these devices. It is rare to find a 7" model equipped with a mobile radio so it's possible you may run into difficulties with CM11 that were not identified in previous testing. CM11 is nearing sunset so I'm not sure a fix would be investigated/implemented if LTE problems are found. Something to think about moving forward.

Any of the ROMs (including FireOS) are capable of operating efficiently when properly configured. Battery life is more a function of apps and settings (especially screen brightness). Also consider the age of your device. Lithium-ion batteries have a 2-3 year 'shelf life' regardless of use after which internal chemistry breakdowns begin to have a significant impact on longevity. Given the age of the device you are starting to fall into the decay window.

High level steps if unlocking bootloader:

- remove Safestrap v3

- reenable OTA on 13.3.2.6. This may be tricky as your initial attempt apparently did not work

- rollback FireOS to 13.3.1.0. This is perhaps the riskiest step as a brick is possible if instructions are not carefully followed

- install a custom recovery (TWRP)

- update bootloader to a more stable version (13.3.2.3)

- unlock bootloader. This can be a very frustrating exercise for those with little technical background (drivers, etc).

- flash rom of your choosing (Nexus v4, CM11, CM12 (discontinued), CM13 [beta], or SlimLP [beta])

- GAaps and root are installed/enabled concurrent with ROM flash

High level steps if upgrading FireOS to support Safestrap v4:

- remove Safestrap v3

- reenable OTA on 13.3.2.6. This may be tricky as your initial attempt apparently did not work

- upgrade to FireOS 4.5.2 which will then update to 4.5.5.1 when connected to network

- root FireOS 4.5.5.1 with Kingroot

- install/configure Safestrap v4 (simple)

- Flash as Safestrap v4 compatible ROM (Nexus v4 or CM11)

- GAaps and root are installed/enabled concurrent with ROM flash

Although the number of steps appear similar the second route is easier and typically can be completed in a couple hours. In contrast the first path may take many hours or days to reach the finish line depending on your skill level and problems encountered along the way.

Also keep in mind that once FireOS v4 goes in there is no turning back. The bootloader will remain permanently locked and you will be limited to KitKat based ROMs. This is not a bad path. Although my primary device is fully unlocked I continue to use Nexus v4. It's lean, stable and feature complete. However, an increasing subset of Android apps require Lollipop and above. Something to think about.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] cwzkevin:
Thank you very much for the detail instructions! I think I will follow the 2nd path since it will be (much) less time! (The last 1.5 years, I was forced to use iPhone instead of Android phone from my wife b/c she think I spend too much time on unlocking/rooting/playing with the Android devices :( )

Maybe it is the safestrap v3.75 on the Thor or the original rooting steps that prevent it to OTA to current FireOS? We will see as the first step is to uninstall the safestrap...

Thank you again! Will find time to work on the 2nd path!
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] cwzkevin:
Here is my steps:

1. boot to safestrap and active "stock rom slot", restore my very original backup (13.3.2.1) to it.

2. reboot to system, rename OTA apk back to original

3. this time OTA comes

got 13.3.2.5_user_325001120

reboot, got FireOS 4.1.1 (411010320)

reboot, got FireOS 4.5.2 (452004220)

reboot, got FireOS 4.5.3 (453011120)

reboot, got FireOS 4.5.5 (455001820)

reboot, got FireOS 4.5.5.1 (455002120)

4. Next, I tried multi-times (about 7 to 8) KingRoot, running on the Thor or running from PC, without getting root. I will keep trying another time. (Any suggestion?)

Thanks,
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] DB126:
Great progress! KingRoot can be finicky at times as it needs to communicate with 'back end' servers that may not always be responsive. You may find rooting happens quickly on future attempts. Only immediate suggestion is to reboot your device before trying again.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] cwzkevin:
Well, the 2nd random time to try KingRoot this noon made the device rooted.

I now have Safestrap 4.01 installed, backing up this 4.5.5.1. Will go with one of the ROMs out there. Thank you very much, Davey and OP!

Update: I picked rom-fire-nexus-rom-ktu84q-t3322931, it is very good!

Update2: Here is more information.

a) the Fire Nexus is good, but the sim card network doesn't work. I tried flash it to either slot 1 or stock slot, (after wiping everything). Sim card network just didn't work no matter what I tried.

b) I then went after CM-11, and flashed the opengapps nano. Got the AOSP keyboard crashed. Tried multi times, different ways. If I don't flash the open gapps then it is working good.

c) search the CM-11 thread about keyborad crashed, one thread said he had to flash the old gapps from the HDX Nexus v4.0.5 thread. I did that and now I have a working CM-11, working everything! Thanks.

It could be better if the Fire HDX can make the sim card network works.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] alberto1414:
I'm here @ ss_update-kindle-13.4.5.2_user_452004120.zip and I can't rename the files (I think is because I'm not rooted). how did you root 4.5.2? I'm using a 3rd gen thor with locked bootloader.

Edit:

I have done this before, I couldn't remember how.. haha

for anyone looking to root fire os 4.5.2 just get the cve.apk here

http://xdaforums.com/kindle-fire-hdx/general/trying-to-cve-2014-7911-to-t3024489/page6
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] DB126:
That's actually not the preferred method:

- update to FireOS 4.5.5.1 via OTA to secure latest binaries (kernel)

- root with Kingroot

Failing to update to FireOS 4.5.5.1 will likely yield issues with the latest Safestrap v4 compatible ROMs including Fire Nexus HDX (successor to Nexus v4).
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] Davengerr:
i had a hdx 7" at 4.5.2 with HDX nexus installed on it,i want to update it to 4.5.5.1 , so i flashed back the ss_update-kindle-13.4.5.2_user_452004120.zip on it to update it but i am getting the issue of the orientations being reversed,and having to click on where the buttons would be on the correct orientation for it to register,i've tried reflashing and software reset through safestrap however i am meeting the same problem, any help would be appreciated

edit:looks like i accidentaly used the apollo update on it,everything works normally now after flashing the correct one
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] DJ-Singh:
HDX 7" seems BRICKED !!!

I have HDX 7" and was on OS 4.5.5 (Nov'15 update).

Have Safestrap-Thor-4.0.1-B03 installed.

Installed CM11 on ROM-1 which worked perfectly.

To my foolishness, I flashed thor-bootloader-13.3.2.3.2_upgrade on STOCK ROM and got my device to fail booting. I actually wanted to install CM13 which I was not able to do so through SafeStrap 4.0.

Now, I am unable to switch my device "ON" and have blank screen. Even the device drivers fail to load and Win-10 64-bit fails to recognize the device through USB. I somehow installed adb and fastboot drivers but am not able to get to adb shell as it says "no devices/emulators found".

Kindly share your expertise and help me in getting my device UP and running again.

Thanks in advance.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] DB126:
Device is permanently bricked; recovery is not possible.

Flashing CM11 to "ROM-1" and attempting to downgrade/unlock the bootloader (impossible in your config) were poor choices. 10 min of reading/research could have prevented the brick. Better to ask first.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] DJ-Singh:
Thanks dear for the prompt response. Really appreciate it !!!

On the optimistic side, there must be some or the other way to get the device UP.

On executing "fastboot reboot" it says... "Waiting for any device".

By the way I took backup on my HDX device on STOCK ROM before installing wrong bootloader.

HELP please....
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] DB126:
Previous response is accurate; impossible recover a 3rd/4th gen HDX with a locked 4.5.x bootloader (short of replacing mainboards) as Amazon crippled the fastboot environment and does not offer a mechanism to restore the system partition from stock recovery menu. Backups are useless without a way to transfer/install. HDX's are not your typical android device; common recovery tools/techniques, including 'factory cables', simply don't work. Sorry for your loss.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] DB126:
How to enable OTA on 4.5.2 stock images

Some contributors have found they can not update to the latest version of FireOS after restoring a 4.5.2 image from the first post of this thread. Please refer to this post to get around the issue.

Kudos to [MENTION=7065294]DBCAB[/MENTION] for publicizing the fix and [MENTION=7655043]mzk1[/MENTION] for 'rediscovering' the post some 9 months later after a frustrating experience trying to update FireOS 4.5.2 to 4.5.5.1.

For completeness the DeviceSoftwareOTA.apk must also be properly named as it is in the images posted in the OP.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] dutuka:
Hello,

i flashed CM11 on my Apollo with Safestrap v4.0.1. Can I flash 14.4.5.2 and then downgrade to 14.3.2.8? Thank you.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] FT420:
Access Denied?

I tried to download the 13.4.5.2 Thor image as a backup however android file host says that access is denied. I even tried accessing the page with other devices and used a vpn but still no luck. The message shows up on the links to the other images too.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] DB126:
Yep, impacting all SS images and custom ROMs too. Appears to be an issue with [MENTION=5749760]ggow[/MENTION]'s account. I'm sure he (or Android File Host) will get it sorted in a day or two.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] ggow:
Yes, I have sent a message to AFH about this, started occurring this morning.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] skoop99:
Question; I've just flashed the Thor: - 13.4.5.2. Now... It boots fine, but keeps looping through the initial setup? Language & Region? Set them, straight back to the start?

---------- Post added at 12:01 PM ---------- Previous post was at 11:37 AM ----------

If you can still boot to Recovery (TWRP), I have been able to successfully connect using ADB, used ADB push to drop a flashable ROM zip on the device & flash that through Recovery.

I have SafeStrap 4.0.1 on my KFHDX 7 (Thor)...
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] DB126:
Yes - this is an excellent 'find' by [MENTION=277396]skoop99[/MENTION] that breathes hope into locked 3rd gen devices that can still boot into Safestrap v4 recovery (sometimes mistaken for native TWRP) but do not have a functioning ROM or flashable Safestrap compatible rom zip on board. That last bit is important: the rom zip must be marked 'Safestrap compatible'. At present that only encompasses a few ROMs but once working the device can be used 'as-is' or unlocked opening the door to the full suite of HDX compatible ROMs. Kudos to [MENTION=277396]skoop99[/MENTION] for his persistence in finding a solution to this crippling problem.

Of course, if native TWRP is available there are no restrictions; simply push and flash the HDX compatible rom of your choice. Most native TWRP builds for HDX also support MTP further simplifying the file transfer process (drag and drop).

[caveat: without delving into details it is possible to have native TWRP installed on a locked HDX; those in that situation likely know who they are. Unlocking the bootloader is still required to flash most ROMs.]
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] tuanshungf:
Hello guys, I have a Thor now running Nexus Rom V4.0.5 by ggow and want to back to solid stock firmware, can I flash this safetrap flashable zip and update ota to make my Thor be stock everything???
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] DB126:
Likely not as OTA updates probably won't work. So you would be stuck on an old FireOS build. There are historical posts scattered in various threads that discuss attempts to reenable OTA; as I recall most were unsuccessful.

Restoring FireOS also restores the soft brick liability - although there's now a somewhat ugly workaround for that.

You should consider unlocking the bootloader (not especially difficult) and updating to a contemporary ROM. Overall experience will be far superior to FireOS v4 and a nice bump from legacy Nexus.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] tuanshungf:
Thank you [MENTION=5488402]Davey126[/MENTION]
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] tuanshungf:
I think it would better for this device if we are running Android Go, hope someone here can do it in someday :D

Gửi từ SM-N920S của tôi bằng cách sử dụng Tapatalk
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Android Development] DB126:
I think not given the hardware specs of this device far exceed those targeted by Android GO (discussion). Real world performance with a custom ROM exceeds most budget and even some contemporary mid-range devices despite being a 5 year old design. GPU is the weakest link; nothing can be done about that.
[Redmi Note General] juliusssss:
Main thread + features + install instructions + dev support

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2201860

PhilZ Touch is a CWM Advanced Edition that adds all the features you could ever miss in CWM

It is a well proven recovery for many phones

It also adds a full touch interface a completely configurable GUI.

Please give your feedback, what works, and any bug you could encounter

Read the features, and check if you are missing something

Also, do not forget to read about the powerful aroma file manager integration and double tap shortcut.

Install instructions:

1.With fastboot:

Extract philz_touch_*.*.*_dior.img from philz_touch_*.*.*_dior_img.zip

Run fastboot

fasboot flash recovery philz_touch_*.*.*_dior.img

2.With MiRecovery using flashable zip:

Copy miuies_CWM_Philz_dior.zip in root of internal storage

Rename it to update.zip.

Enter into recovery (volume up + power)

Install update.zip from sdcard.

Reboot.

Known Issues:

At the moment we don't know it has any bug, let me know if you find any ;)

​

Original thread: http://foro.miui.es/index.php?topic=12746.0

XDA:DevDB Information

[RECOVERY][DIOR][RedMi Note 4G]CWM PhilZ Touch, Tool/Utility for the XIAOMI REDMI NOTE 4G

Contributors

juliusssss,Phil3759

Version Information

Status: Stable

Created 2014-10-20

Last Updated 2014-10-20
[Redmi Note General] Legayo:
Thankyou!

Would flashing this recovery can be a problem with future updates like OTA and stuff?
[Redmi Note General] MikelFuchs:
Most probably not, will let you know after next week.
[Redmi Note General] kayrowl91:
Is there any custom rom for redmi note 4G? This phone only have 4gb++ internal, so few games already make my internal full. Is there any mod to external or custom rom.
[Redmi Note General] Andhika12345:
Can you make this work for "redmi note WCDMA enhanced version" Mastah... Thanks very much mastah... Im Sorry My Bad English... ^_^
[Redmi Note General] MOB*:
Thx for the recovery, works great :)
[Redmi Note General] sensen_21:
i've found this cusrom at mokee web

maybe you wanna try , but do with your own risk :D

h**p://download.mokeedev.com/ckejsc

replace * with t :D

---------- Post added at 01:02 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:55 PM ----------

there are many custom recovery for redmi note wcdma out there

just ask grandpa g*ogle, or try browse to official lounge redmi note at kaskus :laugh:
[Redmi Note General] Andhika12345:
Why you can know the KasKus mastah? Are you from Indonesia?
[Redmi Note General] Jamil69:
thanx for the recovery mate [emoji4]
[Redmi Note General] greeny2010:
When I use this to flash a new rom, the flashing stop halfway with some error messages. Sorry, can't remember what are the error msg :D
[Redmi Note General] b0li:
Miuies

The second file (one from miuies site, 10.35Mb large) worked for my redmi note 4g.

First gave me error during flash. Just for info...
[Redmi Note General] greeny2010:
Is this possible to go back to the original recovery?

I've problem using to flash a new rom. Flashing just stopped a few seconds after starting.
[Redmi Note General] timberwolf60:
You canfind it here: "http://en.miui.com/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=58681&mobile=2", look for RedmiNoteLTE_stock_recovery_update.zip
[Redmi Note General] N_lover27:
can we have OTG mount option like TWRP ? where we can direct create backup to Pendrives/ restore/ flash files from Pendrives?
[Redmi Note General] Gamdito27:
can u teach me how to swap internal memory to external memory on redmi note 4g :)
[Redmi Note General] kandoriyak:
problem with recovery

Bro i flashed it successfully but when i go to recovery the scree will be flashess like dameged tv sscreen i have pic also let see. Plz give any solution bro its a indian model note 4g sorry for bad english bro
[Redmi Note General] rootr:
Even i am getting same issue. Tried TWRP 2.8.6 but with no luck. :(
[Redmi Note General] dimqs153:
Can i use this for redmi note 4g single sim?

Thanx in advance
[Redmi Note General] timberwolf60:
I was using it when I owned the redmi note 4G single sim for nearly a year. Used the 2nd method in the first post.
[Redmi Note General] bonchucan:
nice trick
[Redmi Note General] shashankxda:
i put my phone in fastboot mode and then tried fastboot command but nothing happned.

and then i remained the file to update.zip and put in my sd card and did the process to install it but it says no update.zip found.

please note my redmi note 4g is not working when the phone starts it says android stopped working.

and when i tried to flash my phone with mitool it says fail to erase partition

please tell me some thing to solve it
[Redmi Note General] Ko lynn:
Can work in miui8?i am a new user .pl i want to try how accatually can i do.thanks
[Redmi Note General] jerryhou85:
I suggest you to use TWRP.

https://dl.twrp.me/dior/
[Redmi Note General] Atharkhan101:
Your steps are not clear. I cannot get into MI recovery by pressing Power + Vol up button.

Kindly update steps in order.
[X 2014 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] viaj:
I like durable things, inclduing mobile phones.

The motox 2014 looks so nice with the variable backs.

However, so far as I know after doing some searching on the interent, the leather/wood back are made of a thin layer of leather/wood, which is adhered to a plastic frame, am I right？

If so, it is doubtful that the leather / wood layer would peel off after some time, will it?

IMO, if the edge of the leather is folded to the back of the plastic frame, it would seem reliable and durable.
[X 2014 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Note10.1Dude:
No idea on the leather, but wood appears to be a think veneer glued to a plastic back. Leather likely the same. There are a couple of threads about the veneer pulling away from the back. Some have returned their phones for replacement.
[X 2014 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] viaj:
thx for your reply. This is exactly my concern. I may consider choosing the cheap plastic back for the sake of durability.
[X 2014 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bravo_s82:
my two cents as an owner of cognac leather back Moto X, i absolutely love the back and how it feels. It is just gorgeous. From a durability perspective, I think this should hold up just fine over time. The device and craftsmanship feels solid and of great quality. Yes you'd need to be careful with it, if you're going to go running or use it in your bathroom, get a case.
[Xperia SP Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] RastHacker:
I have a xperia sp MIUI 4.2.2 William kernel v3.1 for MIUI and he is completly discharged but he don't want fastboot or normaly charging (sorry for bad english) PLEASE HELP!
[Xperia SP Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Gamm86:
Let it charge using a wall socket for atleast 12 hours.
[Xperia SP Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] RastHacker:
Thank for your reply, i've let im charge during 20mn with power apply, and he vibrate (ALLEH LUIAAA) and i boot on recovery and he charge
[Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mischa_martin:
Hey guys,

I've recently bought the Xperia Z1. Now I have some questions which weren't answered in all the guides I read through.

1. Im coming from Galaxy S3 where the recovery is stored on an seperate partition. How is it on Z1? I saw that you will flash the recovery to boot. So if I flash for example that Dualrecovery it will overwrite my kernel or is it somehow seperated too?

2. I saw that "brickclub" where people bricked their phones, just by flashing an ftf using flashtool. So that mean I can hardbrick my phone by flashing an FULL ftf and not excluding anything?

3. And another one...do you think that this device is already dead? I mean the developer support and so on. Because it has already two successors.

It would be great if someone could answer my questions. :)

mischa_martin