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[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fire105:
root/rom on Fire HD 10 5th Generation with 5.0.0

Hi, I wasn't able to post to some of the developer threads so I'll ask my dumb questions here.

I have a Fire HD 10 (5th Generation) that is still running 5.0.0, would this be helpful at all or make root/rom possible for me? I am getting kind of confused about which roots are working on Fire 7 and which are working on other Fire HDs. Is the root + CM12 with FlashFire that people are mentioning only applicable to Fire 7 5th Gen 5.1.1?

Assuming root is not currently possible on Fire HD 10 5th Gen with 5.0.0: should I continue to hold out and not connect the device to the internet? Is there a way to block OTA so I can keep my older OS (which I am assuming will be easier to root at some point)? I did successfully root a Fire 7 5th Gen using the TWRP + CM12 method discussed elsewhere. I noticed that part of the RootJunky batch tool I used in that case has an option to block OTA from Amazon, anyone know if I could use that to keep 5.0.0 on my Fire HD 10 5th Gen until more development occurs?

TIA
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sd_shadow:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=3205447

[Help Thread][Amazon Fire HD 8 and HD 10] Ask Any Question, Noob Friendly
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] lg3FTW:
Facebook app on 5.0.1 rooted and nova launcher won't open. there a reason why? I went back to Facebook apk from 2014 & it works just anything newer doesn't load. But 95% everything else works other
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tcoursey:
son just got this for Christmas. I had originally looked up and found that I could get Google Play on the device. I have succusfully done that, Play store and services are running and working (seemingly) just fine.

However we are finding that apps we had previously bought on another device with the same account are not allowing us to download again for free. Requires another purchase.

We have done this before on standard android tablets...but something isn't quite working on the Kindle. Any thoughts on why this might be happening? Thanks for any thoughts.
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] spencer7weeks:
Amazon Fire "SlimLP" Boot Animation Loop

Rooted and Installed SlimLP ROM for Amazon Fire 5th Gen tablet (Fire OS 5.1.1). After playing around with the "layers" customization, I ran across one named "Prime" if I remember correctly. It stated not to replace all "overlays" at once, but I ignored this (because I'm stupid). When doing the soft reboot to apply the changes, it wouldn't move past the slim boot animation. After multiple hard resets, I still cannot get it past the boot animation. In recovery, I cleared the cache and did a factory reset/wipe. When trying to fix it by side loading, the computer would not and will still not recognize the tablet. I don't know what to do, and my parents will be pissed if they find out!!!
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] demlv:
[MENTION=7034428]spencer7weeks[/MENTION] - I honestly don't know how you can do this without a booting device or a viable custom recovery, but what you need to do is delete all files in system/vendor/overlay. That should fix the problem if it really is being caused by a bad layers install.
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] spencer7weeks:
How?

How would I delete these files? (noob question I know, but look at the title of the thread) I can't connect it to my computer, and the recovery is a stock recovery.
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] spencer7weeks:
How?

[MENTION=1215436]demlv[/MENTION] How would I delete these files? (noob question I know, but look at the title of the thread) I can't connect it to my computer, and the recovery is a stock recovery.
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Dr. Funk:
Newbie looking for help after CM12 installation - google play services

I have successfully updated 4 Fire 2015 tablets with the customer ROM CM12 (from 5.01). This is a much better experience than on stock and my sincere gratitude for those involved.

The problem arises when I try to sign-in to my game (Clash of Clans). It states I need an update to Google Play Games. When I go to install, after trying I get this message: Can’t Install App.

I installed supersu# and according to Root Check the tablet is currently rooted. Per suggestions I found in the thread, I tried to install an older version of Google Play services using the apk from APK Mirror. I downloaded it to the SD card and tried to use the CM FileManager to run. Grant all the permissions it asks for but it states “App not installed”.

I appreciate any help to rectify the situation.
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] OSS542:
CM12.1, Amazon Fire 5th gen: reboot, apps moved to external SD disappear

I'm using CM 12.1 on an Amazon Fire 5th gen. I'm using a 64GB microSD card with single partition formatted as extfs. The install went flawlessly, and everything looks good. I tried installing an app from the Google Play store and then moving it to the external SD card via the "Settings/Apps" menu. When I reboot, any app that has been moved to the external SD card disappears entirely, and does not even show up as being installed. I'm quite new with Android, but have a lot of experience with Linux. Any ideas would be most appreciated.
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] veteseg:
Reinstalling original ROM.

Good afternoon

I have a kf2015 5 generation with software version 5.1.1. I made it root installed gapps. I have installed a slimrom with flashfire but made something wrong and now i can not start the tablet. I can enter into fastboot but can not install anything. I have read post and guides but caniy flash anything vía fastboot. Is it posible to repair? Thanks
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sd_shadow:
you tried holding a volume button while powering on

power off then

power on with other volume button
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] demlv:
Sorry, but I don't even know if there is a way to do this given your current predicament. Hopefully someone very wise is watching our conversation and has an idea or two. :confused:
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jbwalters:
I've successfully rooted my fire (which was on s/w version 5.1.1), and installed the SlimLP 5.1.1 ROM and gapps using the FlashFire app - thank you to all that have contributed to this. I do notice however that one application isn't working properly - the Amazon Kindle reader app. I can log into my account with it, but is shows my library is empty (online library that is). Before I go and try a different ROM (like CM 12), has anyone else run into this issue?

Thanks
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] veteseg:
thanks for your reply.

I´ve tried this but the result is the same, fastboot i cannot flash

I think the problem was that the instalation progress failed...
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sd_shadow:
if you had 5.1.1, fastboot wouldn't work, you need to sideload stock firmware in Stock recovery
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] DLAZ1:
Jargon Jitters

Although I did have success with 5.0.1 device, the second device I have is at Amazon OS 5.1.1. I'm being a bit more cautious because of all the "bricked" discussion out there, some of which I get and some I don't.

I'd like to follow the instructions given in this post but with all the warnings about not using fastboot/TWRP...well, frankly, I'm one of those people that still says "install" instead of "flash" and who believes "recovery" takes 12 steps. I'm also using Mac so super tool scripts are out for now; besides, I'd like to do it step by step anyway so I know where the almost-inevitable error occurs.

All that said, ggow (our intrepid hero) gave us the following recipe: my questions are embedded.

Prerequisites for Installation

- Cyanogen Recovery or TWRP Image

(What do we do with them? I thought TWRP was a no-no? And besides, how do you apply these custom recoveries to 5.1.1 if you can't use the adb/fastboot method here?)

Fresh Installation

- From your recovery perform a Factory Reset

(This is the Amazon System Recovery we're talking about here? You get there by typing 'adb reboot recovery' in Terminal on the Mac, right? But there's no way to back up the system in Amazon System Recovery as far as I can tell. I assume that's why we need Cyanogen Recovery or TWRP Image...back to the first question. )

- Flash the ROM File

(The only thing I could find on "flashing the ROM" using FlashFire involved a Windows batch file so...not sure about this. I had installed FlashFire from the Amazon App store to the Fire but when it ran, said it first required root access...which meant (to me), first flashing SuperSu and getting root....right? )

- Flash SuperSU if you want root access

(Since you need root to use FlashFire how do you "flash SuperSu?" ADB commands from a Terminal window? To be honest, I found this whole instruction set a bit confusing because ggow doesn't really talk about FlashFire and the need to use it, as opposed to the TWRP/fastboot approach. For example, later in the thread I understood, using FlashFire, we should select all options on Reset, except internal storage. But maybe that's already accomplished with the Factory Reset above?)

- Flash Open Gapps - Use either micro, pico or nano

(I think I learned enough about this in the 5.0.1 process....so this shouldn't be a problem, given answers to the above.)

- Do NOT use stock gapps as there is not enough space on the /system partition

- Reboot and enjoy!

I know, I'm probably like the kid playing with matches to get warm...but as there's no lovely [GUIDE] on this mod yet, I figured this NOOB better ask questions before lighting the match.

Thanks.
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] veteseg:
Yes i had 5.1.1 but how can I sideload stock firmware if i can not enter recovery?

I use adb command but it return "error:device not found"

second editing: finally i could enter amazon recovery and when i try to sideload it returns "need adb 1.0.32 or newer to sideload" and abort.

i made a factory reset also.

Finally i fixed my problem. I uninstall adb driver and reinstall a new one and sideload stock firmware from this adb directory. Now all is running ok.

Thanks a lot.
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] okers12:
Can I unroot after unrooting?

I'm on 5.1.1 if that makes any difference.

Also, what does it mean to "sideload" something?
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sd_shadow:
see post #2

rooting is different for 5.1.1

sending firmware to tablet from pc to be installed via adb see Unbricking in post #2
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jbwalters:
Fixed my own problem. Complete wipe, followed by flashing of the Resurrection-Remix-LP-v5.5.9 ROM. Everything works well. I'm not going back to check and see if it was SlimpLP ROM; I think it may have more to do with doing a thorough wipe during the flash process (incl cache).
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] demlv:
I've read a bit more and I think you should be able to sideload the stock Fire OS 5.1.1. That should work with stock recovery and allow you to start over.
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ArmandSalmon:
Blinking Screen after Titanium Backup

Hello, I am hoping someone can help, as I usually can navigate my way around a bricked device but am lost here working on my first Kindle.

I successfully used the SuperTool to get root and replace the stock launcher with Google Now Launcher.

All was working for a day and I then installed Titanium Backup and was following this list of Bloatware & other Safe to remove Apps (2015). After freezing, backing up, then uninstalling about 5-6 of the apps on the list (Silk, Photos, Music...) I rebooted and my Kindle did not return so well.

It will now boot past the Fire logo to the home screen but just blinks from wallpaper to black. I see no launcher and there is no way to access it.

I attempted a factory reset from the recovery menu but it goes through the entire process and returns to the blinking.

Now that I have factory reset, ADB debugging is not enabled and I cannot access it via fastboot as it says unauthorized device.

At this point, I just want to factory reset it, I have downloaded the 5.1.1 image (update-kindle-global-37.5.4.1_user_541112720.bin) and would just like to get it back to default.

Is there any hope?
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] KennBr:
You need adb 1.0.32, but then boot up into amazons recovery by holding the power and volume down button for 20 secs. Then choose update from adb and it will show you the command to run which will just be "adb sideload firmware".

If you were on 5.0.1 before you might want to stick with that since you can load a custom recovery with fastboot on that one. But whatever you do don't downgrade to 5.0.1 if you were on 5.1.1, you will brick it.
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ArmandSalmon:
Ok, so download ADB 1.0.32 to my workstation, boot to recovery, and use the 5.1.1 BIN?

The thing is, ADB is not enabled on my Fire since I attempted a factory restore which I assume reset the Developer options to default and I am unable to access the menu because of its current semi-brick status.

Sorry to be a pain, but can you suggest how to go about your method given that ADB is not enabled on my device?
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sd_shadow:
You don't need to enable adb to use stock recovery, just have correct drivers selected on pc.
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] EugeneR:
Enabling interface languages

Have a question. Sorry if it was already asked, but search by keywords did not bring any relevant posts, and I just can't go through 46 pages to read the whole thread. So I will ask.

By default Fire has set of interface languages available. As I read on some forums, actually FireOS has all languages available in AOSP inside, but they just might be hidden. Question - how to enable all available interface languages? Any way to do it through adb?

Thanks!
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Balki23:
I googled a bit and tried searching the forums, but I couldnt find what I was looking for.

How can I access the root folders over USB on my Windows PC ? When I connect it to the PC and open it in the drive list, I only get access to the /sdcard part of the Kindle Fire 7".

How can I access the / folders of it over the PC ? Do I need a certain file browser installed on the PC for that ?

/edit: I already rooted the device and can access / in ES File Explorer.
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Infinite1212:
Any way to unblock OTA updates in 5.1.1 Root?

Hi. New to Rooting, and modifying software in general. I used Root Junky's latest video on Rooting the Amazon Fire 5th Gen version 5.1.1. I didn't block the OTA updates yet. I am a bit worried.

1) If I block the OTA updates, is there any way to re-enable the OTA updates to download the latest software update (if available)? If there is and I happen to do that, will I lose root......FOREVER?

2) What happens if I don't block the OTA updates? Will I lose root access? Would it mess the system up if an update downloaded automatically and disabled the root?

3) If I install Nova Launcher, is there a way to get the stock Amazon launcher back? How complicated would it be?

Also...the amount of options in the setting on the stock Fire OS is very very lackluster. Would installing say, Slim or CM add in a ton more options in settings?

Sorry if I asked questions that were already asked and answered.

Thank you!

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[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sd_shadow:
yes, http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=63216347

Adb Shell Pm Hide as much bloat and amazon as you can

possibly, impossible to know what future updates will do

yes, device will no longer be rooted after installing an update.

possibly but normally device will boot fine after a update.

yes depends on how you replaced stock launcher

yes many more options

watch a few videos

[Videos] Tutorials on how to root, flash roms and more on the Amazon Fire 5th gen.
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] AK74-0000:
CM12.1, Amazon Fire 5th gen: reboot, apps moved to external SD disappear

I am experiencing the exact same thing. Were you able to figure out how to fix this?
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Infinite1212:
Thank you for replying and also posting the link to that thread. I just used the commands right now. Just to clarify, using the adb shell pm hide Hide command, I can block the OTA updates as long as I hide all 3 OTA processes he listed?

com.amazon.device.software.ota	OTA Updates

com.amazon.settings.systemupdates	OTA Updates

com.amazon.device.software.ota	OTA Updates

If I need to, I can use unhide to re-enable the updates?

Thanks again!
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sd_shadow:
Yes, just use unhide to enable updates
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] NiteVibe:
Amazon App Store problem on rooted tablet

I need a little help. I have rooted my Amazon Fire 5th Gen tablet and installed NOVA Launcher and Google Play Store. When I try to make an in-app selection that requires a download (example: downloading wallpaper in Zedge) I am always sent back to the Amazon App Store by default. How am I able to bypass the Amamzon App Store so that I can do the correct install from Google Play Store?
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] keithalaws:
Updating to latest CM 12.1 question

Hi,

I am currently using [MENTION=5749760]ggow[/MENTION] version of CM12.1 from this morning on my fire 7, he has just posted an updated working version. Can i just flashfire this over the top of my current install or do i need to wipe everything again like when i upgraded from fireOS 5.1.1 and reinstall GAPPS?

Also, Google Play Games doesnt want to install on this morning's build, is this a long term problem or is it likely to start working on this evening's build?

EDIT: the new version is installed and working fine, however Google Play Games still will not install
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] DoLooper:
Use commands below to disable the appstore. (Replace "disable" with "enable" to reverse it.) Some apps will see it as uninstalled and prompt to delete data. Say no.

adb shell

su

pm disable com.amazon.venezia

EDIT: Oops . . . [MENTION=7175248]NiteVibe[/MENTION] you may need "pm hide com.amazon.venezia"
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] gyokujo:
i 'm now on CM12.1 (2015-12-23), how to update to newest version without losing data (accounts, game saved,...)?
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sd_shadow:
install the new rom.zip, don't wipe data
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Infinite1212:
Might I inquire on how you got it installed? Was it automatic?
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sd_shadow:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=3269839

How to Use FlashFire App to install a Rom
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] rwbonesy:
I have purchased an Amazon Fire and was wondering what I can do to get it to utilize a sixaxis playstation 3 controller for whenever the device shows up in the mail. I'm new to tablets but not the concept of firmware etc (I own a PSP). What are the easiest steps for me to take, or can I just sideload the app store and get the required apps a friend suggested I get? Or are there hardware limitations in regards to using PS3 controllers on an Amazon Fire?

Apologies if this is in the wrong place or a silly question.
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dwh2o13:
I had a tablet on Amazon OS 5.1.1 rooted using the supertool, was unable to use flashfire successfully to flash RR. As a result I lost some other functionality like the Play Store. I went to restore firmware through adb, but I believe I may have mistakenly tried to restore a pre- 5.1.1 firmware version. ( 5.0.1 maybe..... )Anyway I'm now unable to even boot into recovery. Sounds similar to your issue, I hope. Unable to get into recovery, and when I use adb command prompt I get the device error or device not found. I've tried sideload and reboot commands. I'd like to try your fix or any other option anyone might be able to share. Could you or someone explain how to uninstall adb drivers and reinstall. Thanks
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sd_shadow:
device still boots to Stock rom?
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dwh2o13:
No I'm affraid not. I am unable to access any boot options. I know that I made the mistake of trying to restore ver 5.0.1 while currently on 5.1.1 Does this mean "unreversable brick"? Power doesn't respond, power + vol down doesn't respond. If I hook up to a computer, it tries to recognize the device but all I see under device manager is:

Other devices>

MT65xx Preloader

The pc cycles every few seconds with this on and off. I'm fearing the worst here Shadow :(

Thanks for whatever info you can send. I may have been just to careless with my restoring the improper firmware.
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sd_shadow:
there is no known fix, for this.

amazon will likely replace, free of charge

just tell them that the tablet no longer boots correctly.
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ArmandSalmon:
Is there a 5.1.1 safe-to-remove bloatware list available?
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sd_shadow:
It should be the same as 5.0.1, as far as i know, only things really changed are disabled fastboot mode, and prevented sideloading older firmware
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Dandroid Optimus:
If I use SuperTool to replace Fire Launcher with Nova Launcher, what does it do? Does it completely uninstall Fire Launcher and replace it, or does it let me choose between both? Thanks.
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ArmandSalmon:
Thanks. I will try again. First time around, using Titanium BU to Freeze a few of the apps on the list, I soft bricked my Fire.

Also noticed that some of the 5.0.1 apps are differently named compared to 5.1.1.

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Yes.

This is the line from the script:

echo [*] this will install Nova Launcher and delete the stock launcher
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Epilept0:
I've rooted my kindle 5th generation. After a days tinkering the internal memory is already showing as full as most applications and most or all of their data is on the device, I've moved what I can to SD (64gb which is almost empty) Certain applications won't move or install directly to SD. Is there a way round this as ideally my device memory would have just system files. New to android so help appreciated! Thanks
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] demlv:
I'm looking into the same issue. This thread will get you started:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=3276467

I haven't had a chance to try it out yet (requires manual partitioning of SD card) but I expect to get the link2sd app and see how it works out. If you give it a shot, please report results here.
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] CLowe9582:
Hi Guys

I bought the Fire 7" for Christmas for my son. All he really uses it for is Youtube and some basic free games. I'm finding that even basic games just crash relentlessly. I was hoping a root might have helped this but they are still crashing regularly.

Any ideas? I've never had any problem playing this series of games on any other tablet, granted none were as cheap as the Fire though :)
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ldeveraux:
There's little reason to think rooting would prevent crashes. A factory reset maybe?
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tacopimp:
Is there a way to get the google play store on this tablet if I only have a Mac? I don't have access to a PC.... I don't need root, just want to be able to install some gapps and some things from the playstore. Thanks.
[Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sd_shadow:
yes adb/fastboot work also work with Mac

just a little different setup

what system version is on the device 5.1.1?