yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] mattnmag:
I did read all of your posts. You said that your phone was on 4.3...so I'm taking that to mean that the phone was on Stock Verizon 4.3. You used root 66 to downgrade the system, but Verizon/Samsung security will not allow you to downgrade the bootloader to anything previous to 4.3. This is well documented throughout the Note 2 threads. So... Casual will not work for you because your bootloader is still on 4.3.

And just to provide more proof to what I'm telling you, go to Droidstyle's Restore guide here:

( http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=34891181)

and read where he says--

As most know by now, Devices that took the MJ9 4.3 OTA update permanently locked the bootloader. The previous Root and Unlock methods no longer work for this latest update. However our kind Devs developed SafeStrap for a workaround, which allows root and flashing Touch Wiz roms. Please head over to this thread for installing SafeStrap on 4.3 VRUEMJ9- http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2693131
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] imnopro:
so,android is 4.1.1 and the bootloader is 4.3...this means no custom rom on 4.3.great

at least a different sim will work on this root66 or i need to take the imei and go on some websites and pay and get the code to unlock it?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] mattnmag:
If I were you, I would probably just restore the phone to 4.3 and root it with Saferoot if you want a rooted stock ROM, but that's just me. With 4.3, you can also install Safestrap and then have some options with Custom ROM'S.... but they must be based on stock 4.3 TouchWiz and use the stock 4.3 kernel (so this means no AOSP, MIUI, etc).

Other XDA members said their Note 2 worked well in Italy (see here: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=50982212&postcount=57 ).

The Verizon Note 2 is Sim/Carrier unlocked, so you should at least get voice service when you insert the Sim card. You may have to manually add APN's to get data working. Here's a good post from Max Lee that may help with changing APN settings if needed: http://highonandroid.com/android-howtos/how-to-fix-3g4g-lte-data-by-manually-setting-apn/
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] imnopro:
so i tried with one sim and works,but data doesn't,and can't configure apn because there is empty and can't do nothing.

i think i'm done with this stuff.

thanks for reply.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note II] OffTheChainz:
[MENTION=5109222]mattnmag[/MENTION] even though I didn't need your help. You definitely went above and beyond. Since he couldn't say thank you. I will, Nice explanations and good links to previous threads!
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[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] sd_shadow:
Index

Fire HDX 8.9

4th Gen 2014

Basic Info

Model # KFSAWA (WAN) / KFSAWI (Wi-Fi)

Serial #:

Codename: saturn

Amazon Description: Product Page

Software: Fire OS 4 "Sangria" (fork of Android OS 4.4.2)

Official Stock Firmware

Fire HDX 8.9 (4th Generation) Software Updates

http://web.archive.org Don't see a firmware version, try this link

Firmware Mirrors

5.3.1.1: update-kindle-22.5.5.4_user_554207020.bin

Amazon

AFH

MD5: ee7a8a00c698dc6f282fa5ecdb217c07

Size: 701.2MB

4.5.4: update-kindle-22.4.5.4_user_454006120.bin

Amazon

AFH

Size: 877.8MB

MD5: 207c82e2119f7091f34b812b3e27e244

4.5.3: update-kindle-22.4.5.3_user_453011120.bin

Amazon

AFH

Size:

MD5:

4.5: update-kindle-22.4.5.0_user_450005520.bin

Amazon

AFH:

Size:

MD5:

Device Tools, Root/Un-root/Un-brick methods

4.5.3 and older: Way to root your 4th gen amazon device ! by FotixChiang.

4.5.4 and newer can not be rooted with existing tools.

Custom ROMs

None...

Kernels & Radios

None...

MODS, GUIDES, and Misc

[TUT] Disable OTA on 4.5.2 + Install GApps by Potato_of_Doom (may not work well)
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] aldar12:
Getting google play on Fire HDX 8.9 4th gen (saturn)

I have been searching for months & tried things from the forums to fix this: This is my issue I have a Fire Hdx 8.9 4th generation (Saturn) running Fire OS 4.5.3, I have it rooted with the Kingroot method, have OTA updates blocked & google play, youtube worked great until a few months ago then just loaded to a white screen. I have uninstalled them, tried the Jmz fire hd7 app to reinstall, manual apks etc & I can get the play store to load but once I try downloading something, playing a youtube video, both apps go back to a white screen. What is the best way to fix this? Do I need to update the OS? (If so, are Apollo updates safe or do they HAVE to be Saturn updates)..Flash it back to stock to start from scratch, etc? I appreciate any guidance.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] sd_shadow:
You followed this? [TUT] Disable OTA on 4.5.2 + Install GApps by Potato_of_Doom
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] DB126:
Flashing is not an option on a Saturn as you have limited control over the device. Given it it still under warranty (4th gen devices were released Oct 21st 2014) contact Amazon and request a one time exchange. You don't need to be specific about how your device became disabled; just describe the symptoms. When your new device arrives forget about installing gapps ... at least for now. Google core services do not play well under FireOS as you have learned. At some point Safestrap v4 or something similar (eg: MultiRom for HDX) will likely become available for this device. You will then be able to flash a different rom (Nexus or CMxx) which offer full access to the Google Play and related services. There are also reports FireOS v5 is a bit closer to ASOP. If accurate Google Services may work better under that OS. Your Saturn will automatically update to FireOS v5 when it is released (soon).

I understand this is not the answer you were hoping for...sorry.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] sd_shadow:
Seeing that is the only problems are playstore and Youtube.

I would remove both, and retry youtube from Amazon
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] adeba:
Sorry Double Post
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] GooneX:
Does rooting work for 4.5.5 Saturn?
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] sd_shadow:
Way to root your 4th gen amazon device ! by FotixChiang.

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=62397069&postcount=40
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] DB126:
Not at this time.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] GooneX:
Some people are saying it doesn't work for 4.5.5 in the last pages of that thread.

---------- Post added at 05:14 PM ---------- Previous post was at 05:13 PM ----------

Alright. Thanks just needed to confirm before trying anything.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] sd_shadow:
Yes that's why I linked it.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] Vc027708:
Any word on if the 8.9" will get OS 5?
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] sd_shadow:
From Amazon: "Currently Fire OS 5 is only available on our newly released tablets, however, its features will be coming to 4th generation tablets released in 2014 as part of an over-the-air update later this year" -10-Oct-2015 19:49 PDT

http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/custo...rumID=Fx1SKFFP8U1B6N5&cdThread=Tx5S7BYZXC1QMG
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] Vc027708:
That's what I had heard. Just wondering if there was a more specific date
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] DB126:
Amazon generally does not provide dates. You can check/obtain the latest HDX firmware here or any Kindle device here.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] Vc027708:
All my apps on my HDX just updated. Literally all of them. Does this mean OS 5 is coming soon?
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] DB126:
Possibly...but could be a number of other things tied to the Amazon app store. Just have to wait and see.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] XxD34THxX:
Just an FYI if you did not know.

People have already gotten the Beta to this device from Amazon. I would as well, but do not have the time nor reason to use my kindle anymore. As it stands, There might be some exploit that amazon has left out for root. a possible 1% chance given their handiwork on the last forks.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] ONYXis:
hello. can I ask you how exactly this happening? Afaik fire os 5 preview push to device after registering there (in official way I mean) https://developer.amazon.com/get-fireos5.html

and at this moment only fire hd 6 an 7 (2014) could obtain it.

Thank you.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] XxD34THxX:
Really? Hmmm, I'll look at those videos and articles again. I probably made a mistake.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] 4Fighting:
does anyone have a link for the 4.5.2. saturn *.bin update file?

got my new saturn device today which is still on 4.2:)
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] sd_shadow:
maybe [MENTION=4414914]onemeila[/MENTION] does?
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] 4Fighting:
I took a look at the official saturn update file on the amazon website and it seems that instead of the 3rd gen naming "14.4.5.2" the 4th gen files begin with "22". So I exchanged the numbers and I'm currently downloading 4.5.2 via

h**ps://kindle-fire-updates.s3.amazonaws.com/update-kindle-22.4.5.2_user_452004220.bin
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] sk90y:
my girlfriend's kindle hdx 8.9 is soft bricked

ive never really used kindle and dont know much about the dev scene. a few days ago i installed gapps(via the google installer app), a new launcher, and a third party app store on her device. it was working fine until last night when she rebooted the device and now its on recovery loop. i don't really know what version of android it was running or anything. if someone can link me to the right thread i'd really appreciate it.

also is there a way to install a good stable custom rom wihtout so many limitations?
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] aldar12:
Does the "$50 5th gen" kindle google play patch/hack work on the 4th gen hdx 8.9s?

I saw that developers have made it so the "$50 5th gen" kindles can run google play..Are there any new patches/hacks to make google play work on the 4th gen (saturn) hdx 8.9s?
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] sd_shadow:
the Amazon 5.0.1 OS is more Google Framework friendly than some older versions
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] DB126:
Likely not as there is no root method for FireOS 4.5.5 which most 4th gen devices are running. Root is required for seemless integration of Google Play Services which the Play Store and several popular Google Apps require. Even then the marriage of FireOS v4 and Google Services is a rocky affair with frequent squabbles and occasionally belongings tossed on the front lawn (crashes and other undesirable behaviors).

There are a few partial solutions that will permit some Google Apps to run without the full blown framework. But most people are looking for the Store which is more difficult.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] Ne007:
Will cyanogenmod ever come to the Kindle Fire hdx 4th generation? Now that Kingroot works on 4.5.5.1, I'd like to move on to cyanogenmod.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] DB126:
Only a HDX dev can respond with certainty (or at least state intentions). At present architectural differences between 3rd and 4th gen devices prevent Safestrap v4 from working on the latter which is the typical path for running roms on HDX devices that can not be unlocked (yours can not). I suspect devs are waiting for FireOS v5 to be broadly deployed to 4th gen devices to see what (if any) options make the most sense. FireOS v5 brings a new kernel and the

potential

for Lollipop based roms. Only KitKat based roms can be run in Safestrap v4.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] chin_bone:
i jumped the gun...

probably should have waited but got a problem...

i have 8.9 hdx saturn updated to 5.1.1. rooted with kingroot. used supersu-me to remove kingroot and install supersu. worked binaries updated. installed flashfire. downloaded stock opengapps 5.1 and flashed via flashfire. script seemed to work no errors given. rebooted couple of times, on last reboot it stays on the yellow/orange fire logo while bootiing. have let sit for 15 mins but nothing. before i attempt a reset, can this be 'fixed' via adb and will a reset make it worse?
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] sd_shadow:
you likely need to adb sideload firmware

you can still get to stock recovery?

next is 5.1.1 firmware file available?

it might not be on amazons download site yet

if not will have to wait

you don't want to try downgrading to older firmware

that would likely brick it

link to download page is in the index
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] chin_bone:
sd_shadow, you are the MAN!!! The XDA Devs are the effing BEST. We common folk know just enough to be dangerous but these guys know their sh%^!

Appreciate it. Now for the stupid question, i used flashfire as i saw you mention it in another post, probably should not have used it on this right? Main goal until rom available is getting Google services going as the device can not be connected to our account (bought on ebay, go figure).
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] chin_bone:
Now for the next stupid question. Everything is working as it should (got back to 5.1.1 thanks to sd_shadow), rerooted, replaced kingroot with supersu, and installed google apps/framework (all working logged into google account). installed nova launcher and want to set as default. however, i don't get the option to even select it when i hit the home button, simply goes back to fire launcher. tried to 'block' fire launcher with adb command, but adb did not recognized the 'block' command. Is anyone aware of how to override the default fire launcher in favor of alternate?
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] EncryptedCurse:
I'm looking at the scripts in the Fire forum, and it seems like the only way to do it is to forcefully remove the stock launcher from /system/priv-app/com.amazon.firelauncher/com.amazon.firelauncher.apk.

Remember to make a backup, or just move it into the sdcard directory.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] sd_shadow:
yes you can remove it, move it, change file extension (ie. .apk to .bak) or freeze it with titanium back up

/system/priv-app/com.amazon.firelauncher/com.amazon.firelauncher.apk.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] DB126:
You are in uncharted waters. Be sure to post the outcome (whatever path you choose). We all learn from others successes...and less favorable experiences.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] chin_bone:
Fixed with manual update of 5.1.1 bin file via adb

I followed sd_shadows lead and downloaded the 5.1.1 bin file from Amazon. got it into stock recovery and it has a manual update option via adb. yes, lost everything already done, but who cares, it worked and got me back up and running. Only took a few minutes to get re-rooted and switched over to SuperSU and install all the Google apps I wanted. So far no issues or crashes.

While it says 2015 7" model, it works for 8.9 Saturn also...this is what sd_shadow had me do and he wrote the post below

http://xdaforums.com/amazon-fire/general/unbrick-amazon-fire-7in-2015-5th-gen-t3285294

However, getting into the stock recovery requires some timing. From a powered off point, press the power button, BEFORE THE AMAZON logo appears, you have a split second to press and hold the Volume UP button, hold it till it gets into recovery, if you see the yellow and orange fire logo, too far, do over.

From there I sort screwed up the launcher trying to override it. I renamed the firelauncher apk but forgot to put the new launcher apk in the folder (this ends up giving you a blank screen with no icons to see or launch, all you can do is get to settings). But got that fixed using the one click script adb method detailed in another spot on these forums. So now I am off and away using the Go Launcher to customize everything.

http://xdaforums.com/amazon-fire/general/alternative-launcher-one-click-script-t3239966

The thing I am going to work on now (which should be the last) is overriding the lock screen so I can customize the wallpaper there. I downloaded Go Locker but what happens is, the Amazon lock screen is still there, when you swipe up you then go to Go Locker, so you have just given yourself two lock screens and the Amazon one is still not customizable as there is nowhere in the settings to change. Will be digging in the forums tonight.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] DB126:
Thanks for documenting (might help others)! Glad you got things fixed up. Hopefully a future build of FlashFire or SafeStrap will open the door to direct flashing and/or custom roms. Pure speculation at this point.

fwiw - my approach to entering HDX recovery is to press vol-up then power, releasing power at the first sign of life (doesn't seem to matter when vol-up is released). Works reliably on unlocked thors w/3.2.3.2 bootloader; ymmv on different device types and/or bootloaders.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] darthlord165:
Reading Background is not black but a light grey?

Hello!

I own the Amazon Fire 8.9 4th gen. I received an update a month ago, and ever since then, I've found the reading background on the Kindle app does not provide a black background, but rather a grey one (even though, they say it's black). It is the same issue with mine and my brother's. I tried a factory reset, and got the black background for a few days until it automatically (i have no idea how) switched back to the grey background again. I really love the kindle app (mostly cause of the bookerly font) and the black background. This ugly grey background is messing with my reading and I really hate it. Does anyone else have this issue? Seems like a software issue (idk anything, pls forgive me) but I don't know...or did I just receive a bad device? If anyone has the same issue, did you fix it? If so, how?

Thanks!
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] DB126:
Seems to be an issue for HDX devices (possibly others) dating back to 2016. Doesn't appear to be a solution. Might be better to ask your question here:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/forums/kindleqna/ref=cs_hc_k_bc_query
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] Goddyoson:
Is Fire HDX 8.9 4th Gen With A Bad ESN Any Use?

Hey great folks, I am a noob, but prepared to brush up. So, this is likely a nooby question.

What can I do with a HDX 8.9 4th generation with a "bad serial number"?

If it is possible to hack it to a normal Google Android device, I'll be keen on the adventure.

Thanks for your advice.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] Goddyoson:
Sorry, forgot to add; it's running Fire OS 5 .1 .2.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] seshukumar:
Custom rom's for kindle fire hdx 8.9 (saturn).

After two days of research on the internet, I failed to find the help for kindle fire, so i decide to post this topic here... i have kindle fire hdx 8.9 4th generation. the problem was my device was stuck at fastboot mode while flashing custom ROM, it wasn't turned on since then. if anyone of you faced this similar situation and got the solution please help me... i want to revert back to the stock rom and don't know how to flash it... also please provide the guide if you found any...
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] XxD34THxX:
Quick question before I make an actual thread:

I have a HDX 8.9 Saturn, and it's been plugged into the wall using the OEM charger for 5 hours, and a Moto Fast charger for another 5 hours... hasn't budged from 7%... Tried restarting, and that didn't do anything to the indicator. I would normally factory reset, but if the battery is truly at 7%... Downloaded an app called"Battery" and that reported the same percentage and a 5 hour charge time... any help?
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] DB126:
Possibilities (not all inclusive):

- bad cable; try swapping in another

- bad usb port on device; try gently wiggling cable

- firmware bug that is misrepresenting battery state

- failing battery pack (cells and/or electronics)

First two could support a trickle charge but not enough to raise battery level. Latter two are more likely IMO. Performing a 'factory reset' will do nothing as it doesn't touch the system partition; only flushes user apps and data. Unfortunately, locked HDX devices provide no mechanism to reload/refresh the system partition with an identical version of FireOS.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] XxD34THxX:
yeah, I rebooted. stupid POS. Going to reset tomorrow.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" Q&A, Help & Troubleshoot] DB126:
Reset will do nothing. Simply wipes personal apps/data. Doesn't touch system partition. Well, it does contain the words "factory" and "reset" ...