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[Fire General] ritchea:
Thanks, Gilly10. Just got my cheap Fire 7 for a new treadmill mind-numbing diversion; installed as directed, the 5.6.2.0 update installed (still can't see how to prevent that); and, Google is still working perfectly. Got my music/playlists, videos, live tv (through Xfinity stream), and my synced Chrome browser. That's quite a lot for your "invaluable" info and my $35.
[Fire General] kerriew:
Hi there, i am holding a Kindle Fire Model No Z43Z60 and current OS system version is 7.5.1_user_517xxxx, which belongs to my boss. he asked me to help with the installing. I tried the opening post downloads but other than google play store, all of the rest cannot be parsed? What should i do? Thanks!
[Fire General] DB126:
Wrong forum; you'll want to ask here: https://xdaforums.com/kindle-fire-hd/7-inch-help

Tip: This is an older model that has been off the market for 6+ years. You'll need to root FireOS to install the Google Play store. Alternatively, install a custom ROM (what I did) that natively supports Google's offerings. Neither path is easy. In your shoes I'd hand it back and recommend an upgrade.
[Fire General] rlane85:
Worked, no issues!

Thanks! Followed OP step by step and didn't I didn't have any issues. Downloaded a few apps from play store which the tablet required me to update Play Services before using. I had to restart the device a second time after updating Play Services now everything seems functional! :D
[Fire General] mrfatelurk:
Hi. I install all the apps. I launch the playstore, it asks for my account. I log in . it authenticates me, spins for a bit then crashes. any ideas?
[Fire General] bendway:
i am getting message that the downloaded files cannot be parsed. Running Fire OS4.5.5.3
[Fire General] DB126:
Wrong forum; guessing you have a 3rd or 4th gen HDX. Play Store does not play nice with FireOS v4. You'll probably need to go with a custom ROM.
[Fire General] DragonFire1024:
Much like the HD 8.9. the APKs install, but no matter where you put them, it just doesn't load.
[Fire General] pin62:
Hello are we still able to install Google play store on the Amazon fire HD tablet 2017 7th Generation? Thank you for any info. Alan.
[Fire General] DB126:
Yes.
[Fire General] pin62:
Hello Davy, Thank you for getting back to me. Alan.
[Fire General] dluciano88:
Hi. Will this still work for the 7th gen fire tablets? And will this work on the latest fire TV stick?
[Fire General] DarthVesh:
Works on the 7th gen Kindle Fire. Don't have a fire TV stick to test there
[Fire General] dluciano88:
Thank you!
[Fire General] Nileshdd:
I got the latest fire TV stick 4k today. I tried this on it but it doesn't work. When I try to start the play store it says this app is not associated with the Amazon account and then gives an error like this app is not supported on this device (os). Any thoughts?
[Fire General] DB126:
This forum is for 5th/7th gen 7" Fire tablets. Fire Stick/TV questions should be posted here: https://xdaforums.com/fire-tv
[Fire General] mrfatelurk:
I downloaded and installed the files on my FIre HD 8, when I lauch the play store it it authenticates me, spins for a bit then crashes. If I create a new account, it allows me to log in but eventually kicks me out or crashes and then I cant log back in. Any ideas ?
[Fire General] ronheller2001:
I had a similar experience

I'm on a new 8Th gen Fire HD 8. Should this still work?
[Fire General] rcrxda:
This work beautifully on 8.9 saturn 5.6.0.0

No kiddin guys,i received today a kindle fire hdx 8.9 4th gen 64gb build 5.6.0.0(can't register) for $38 bucks it looks brand new,so i cross my fingers and used this method,downloaded the apks in first post transferred from pc to tablet installed using silk rebooted and walaa google play store working perfectly i am absolutely tickled to death ??
[Fire General] Arhcangel:
Try it and see

I just followed the OP instructions (I used Firefox instead of Silk) on a new Fire HD 8". Worked like a charm.
[Fire General] Walt@pirie.org:
I installed all 4 APK files and the playstore icon showed up on my home page. When I clicked on it I get a screen saying "Checking info... "

There's also a scrolling line but it's been running now for about 15 minutes.
[Fire General] frosty68:
I followed the instructions on my 7th generation hd10 and have playstore and can download apps, some work perfectly while others (Gmail, inbox, driving test success...) Just close immediately. Have I missed something?

(Next task will be seeing if the launcher can be changed)
[Fire General] DragonFire1024:
Those apps are hit or miss. An example is, I own one of every model of the fire tablets. I've never had a problem with Gmail...ever. I have even tried to repeat the problem to see what causes it, but still wouldn't force close on me.
[Fire General] martire01:
Play Store on Amazon HD8 8th Gen

Loaded and installed all the files and Play Store worked for a short while, then would return to the home screen every time I tried to log in. I removed all the files, shut down, re-started, loaded the 4 apks again and installed, shut down, re-started and same happens every time I try to open Play Store: I get a checking credentials message, I enter login info, it recognizes my account, then returns to home screen. It's an endless loop of providing login and reverting to home screen. Would it have anything to do with it being 8th generation? As I mentioned, it worked after first installation, but now always returns to Home. Thanks.
[Fire General] millsmgt:
sign in loop

I got this to work and then it got into a sign in loop and will not work! Can you help?

All the files downloaded and installed fine. I was able to get into the Play Store and download some apps without issues

Then next day I would I went back to store and it required me to log in

But it goes from UN to PW and then to checking info screen, then right back to sign in again

It will not let me in

Any thoughts
[Fire General] DragonFire1024:
Download ONLY the original 4 APKs in the OP. Do NOT download "updated versions of this apk".
[Fire General] ret-law:
Problem to Install PlayStore on 2nd Profile

Hello,

thanx for the guide. I could install Playstore and apps successfully on my HDX 8.9 (4th).

However, I was not able use it the following way, which gives me some headache:

I want to use my fire with 2 adult profiles (the start / default one as clean as possible, the second one with Playstore, several Apps etc.).

In addition I would also like to have 2 Kids profiles as well.

What I found out so far:

If I haven't installed playstore on my first profile I coudl install play store on the second adult profile. However, when trying to download an app, it only show download pending with no success. I tried several hint on "pending download" nothing helped.

If I have installed playstore on my first profile I couldnt install Google Play Services (3rd app) . I coudl install Playstore itself (4th app), however, it doesn't open at all.

That seems similar with a Kids profile.

Is there anything I can do with adb or else?

Any help is welcomed, regards

Mario
[Fire General] joeldf:
You need to install the same version of the Google apps as those already installed on the first profile. It will let you get the first two or so installed, but then that third one won't install. I had this happen too.

What happens is that Google will update the installed apps as soon as you get it logged into your account. So once the Play Store is up and running, it will likely be updated to a newer version than the file you used to initially install it. Then, if you try to install the same old file on the other account, it gets to the point where the version mismatch will balk on that third install (on the Google services app install, if I'm not mistaken).

You have to go back to the account that the working Google Play was installed under - go to the Apps section of Settings, and look for the 4 Google apps. Look at the version numbers, and write those down.

Switch back to the second account, then go to the APK Mirror site and look for the matching versions of those 4 apps, then download and install them. APK Mirror has pretty much every version of every Google app ever released. They should all install properly now.

On the Kids accounts, I don't think you can have more than one child account. But I could be wrong. Someone else will have to help there.
[Fire General] ret-law:
Thanx for the hint - I will give it a try. Any idea why it is not possible to get the installation working on the second profil alone ("pending download ...)?
[Fire General] billykxda:
Getting Kindle Fire HD 10's for my family. Most will probably want to install Google apps.

Are the versions of the Google apps in the OP still the best versions to use as of now to get an HD 10 set up?

Are there any tips/hints I need to know?

Thanks!

-bk
[Fire General] Lyza Norris:
I'm having this same issue of the Playstore sign in loop!!! This is my 5th Fire tablet to sideload Google Play Store on, so I'm comfortable going through the steps. I've rechecked for location on, blue light off, restarting after download before install, deleting all 4 files & reinstalling, etc. Is there a new set of APKs proven to work on this newest 8" tablet? (8th Gen Fire HD* w/Show Mode + charging dock running 6.3.0.1) I understand that Amazon just released this version in November 2018. Has anyone successfully installed Google PS to completion?
[Fire General] HulkSmashBurgers:
I used them on a new HD 10 a few days ago. Make sure you install them in order, then reboot. Easy.
[Fire General] billykxda:
Thanks for the confirmation, and the quick reply!

-bk
[Fire General] rshayjr:
Login loop on HD 8

I am having the same problem. It worked initially and I downloaded a few apps. Came back a few hours later and it doesn’t work. Tried uninstalling and reinstalling and still same login loop. Any suggestions?
[Fire General] billykxda:
Just got a HD10 and these instructions worked perfectly.

Thanks!
[Fire General] Bdx333:
I'm having the same loop back to home screen problem. I don't have an sd card yet, so I know its being installed on the internal storage. Also tried multiple times. I did try the newest versions for Android 7, but went back to the ones in this thread (that I used the first time). Also made sure I okayed the Google security notice of logging in from a new device before trying to get in. I also restarted the tablet in between.

The HD 10 is currently version 7 (and Fire OS 5) still. The new HD 8 is version 8 (Fire OS 6). I sure hope Amazon didn't close this way in. :/

Any suggestions very much appreciated.
[Fire General] mrfatelurk:
I would say dont bother with the fire tablets, spend the extra money and get a real Android tablet. Not happy at all with our Fire tablet,
[Fire General] DB126:
Depends on device, expectations and app portfolio. Fire 7 is barely adequate while the HD 8 and HD 10 (especially the latter) are decent performers under the right conditions. Pretty much the same for any device at the respective price points. Other thoughts: https://xdaforums.com/amazon-fire/general/remove-lockscreen-ads-fire-hd-8-2018-t3870408/post78549778
[Fire General] CanisiusHistGrad:
Download pending

I've got a Fire HD10, 7th generation and I am seeing a bit of a quirk. Downloaded, installed the 4 apks in order then rebooted. Play store seemed to be working, prompting to login, etc. However, when I try installing anything, it sits at Download pending and never progresses.
[Fire General] HulkSmashBurgers:
Are any of the tabs under Account (Order History, Rewards, Family) working for anyone? I tap any of the tabs and the app closes.
[Fire General] contesauce:
I'm in the same boat. I thought I mucked something up on the first install so I formatted the tablet and reinstalled again. Let Google play update, rebooted, and tried to install an app, but it just hands at download pending. I've cleared cache and data, restarted and same behavior. Open to suggestions.
[Fire General] DragonFire1024:
Try rebooting without canceling the download. Also check to make sure all power saving options are turned OFF. you can also set your ip by going to advanced WiFi options, copy down current IP, go back to WiFi screen and long press the router you connect to and select advanced options, static IP. Enter the IP you just copied down on the line that says IP. The gateway will be automatically filled in. Scroll down to dns and enter 1.1.1.1 or 8.8.8.8 on first line and 1.0.0.1 or 8.8.4.4 on the second line and save. This will usually stop most of the constant searching amazon makes the WiFi do. Also try to be signed into only 1 network in any area or the framework will disconnect you Everytime it scans. The toggles in developer options mean nothing with the values set in the framework. If you have a rooted 10, my framework mod combined with my settings APK , remove those constants so the toggles actually do something.
[Fire General] izolabullock22:
So I used this method for my tablet and it worked but now it won't work for my other 2 amazon tablets that I brought for family memebers, specifically the "google play store won't work unless you up date google play services" So whenever I try to sign in it just keeps "checking for info screen" and doesn't do anything, I just keep getting the triangle. Help please.
[Fire General] DragonFire1024:
Version of fireOS?
[Fire General] izolabullock22:
Fire Hd 8 8th generation

Fire hd 8 8 generation
[Fire General] contesauce:
I was just able to get some time where my son wasn't on his tablet and I had a few minutes to test. I did the above settings and still nothing happening. Any other recommendations?

Sorry not sure if I mentioned, but I'm on the fire HD10 7th gen on fire os version 5.4.6.4

I

I sorted myself out. I grabbed the latest version of the play store from apkmirror and installed it, opened it up and isntalled an app straight away without problems
[Fire General] Hannahlish:
Error Retrieving Information from Server RH-01

Hi All,

I followed the guide from HTG (how-to-install-the-google-play-store-on-your-amazon-fire-tablet) to install Google Play on my son's Fire 7 (2015) and Option 1 (Install the Play Store From Your Fire Tablet) worked perfectly.

I thought I would try my luck with my other son's Fire HD (3rd gen) which runs Fire OS 4.5.5.3. Option 1 didn't work so I tried Option 2 (Install the Play Store from a Windows PC). Everything installed correctly and was all looking very promising until I logged in to the Google Play store, at which point is displayed the "Error Retrieving Information from Server RH-01". Is the problem simply because this is an older tablet running an older version of the OS? Is there ANY way around it? The whole reason for me doing this is to install YouTube Kids because he keeps accessing inappropriate content on YouTube, even with the (useless) restricted move enabled.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
[Fire General] DB126:
You'd need to check 3rd gen HD threads. That said, in general the Google Play Store doesn't play nice with Fire OS v4.
[Fire General] Hannahlish:
I have searched throughout the forum and this was the most relevant post to my problem, hence asking the question here. I didn't see any posts regarding installing Google Play on a 3rd gen Fire HD. If you are aware of a post I have overlooked I apologise, and would be grateful if you would link me to it.
[Fire General] DragonFire1024:
Good luck. Back in the day you could install them on a 2nd gen 8.9, but all the modern apks just don't function properly anymore. Even flashing gapps doesn't work. I spent a lot of time trying. I finally settled with a custom rom...assuming root is/was available along with one.
[Fire General] DB126:
Depending on ROM current GApps builds install fine on *rooted* 2nd/3rd gen devices. Trying the same trick on FireOS v3/4 will likely become an excercise in frustration. At some point one has to recognize older devices are no longer supported.

Any relevant information would be located in this forum: https://xdaforums.com/kindle-fire-hd
[Fire General] Ken98045:
Is there a way to uninstall?

I followed these directions for in install. It worked fine, but I have two problems.

1. My Fire HD 10 (2017) will not update the stock firmware beyond 5.3.6.x. I believe that this was the version when I installed this hack. My understanding is that the current firmware is 5.6.x.x. I do want the latest stock firmware (for a couple of reasons). Is it possible that this hack is preventing the stock update?

2. This is apparently preventing aGPS from working. My understanding is that this is a known issue. This isn't a huge deal, but I really (for now) only wanted the Play Store to install a couple of apps. So, it isn't a huge deal, but if I get get aGPS back I wouldn't mind giving up the Play Store temporarily.

Eventually I probably do want to root the device, but for now can I uninstall these changes. Everything but Google Play Services will just uninstall via the UI, but that isn't enough to get back.
[Fire General] DB126:
1. There is a glitch/typo in the latest FireOS builds that misrepresents 5.6.3.x as 5.3.6.x. Look a little deeper; you'll likely find you have the latest build.

2. HD 10 does not have hardware GPS (GPS chip/receiver); aGPS is irrelevant.
[Fire General] Zantillian:
I've done a little bit of searching but can't seem to get an answer. I have 7th Gen Fire HD 8. Getting parsing error whenever I try to install 2 of the apks. I've redownloaded them and downloaded different versions. Anyone know whats up?

EDIT: Well now I feel dumb. After downloading it for the 6th time they now installed.
[Fire General] awollenweber:
I really have no clue what I'm doing here, but I followed the instructions (Fire Tablet Version 5.3.6.4)... The google icon it created for me is a gray gear and when I open it, I only see a "Google Settings" screen (no option to log-in). The options are Ads, Cast Media Controls, Locations, Nearby, Restore Contacts, Security, or Set Up Nearby Device. If I click the three dots in the upper right, then I get "Usage & Diagnostics", Open Source Licenses or Help & Feedback. What went wrong...? I'm not sure where to go from here. Thanks so much!
[Fire General] DragonFire1024:
To sign into Google, simply tap the play store. But while you mentioned it...in the Google settings app, if you tap those three dots, then help and feedback, then tap the three dots again and tap 'open in play store.' that takes you to play services. Update it this way if needed. If you have the Amazon app store installed, that won't work.
[Fire General] Vurley:
This worked great on my fire 7 7th gen but found that play store games will sometimes stop for no reason. Do you know how to stop this?
[Fire General] DB126:
Device has limited resources (<1 GB RAM; slow processor; anemic GPU). Likely running out of memory yielding swap thrash and eventual OOM (out of memory) panic resulting in killing non critical process...like games.
[Fire General] RagManX:
Happy to find this still works, as I needed to install Google Play again after resetting my HD10 to unlock it.
[Fire General] TheMetalSerge:
Hello I have a Kindle Fire HDX 7 (3 generation) I've tried installing all APK and after some trials and error I found out that I needed an older version of the first 2 programs and I used the latest versions of the 2 last programs then I installed everything but after I start Google play store the screen goes white I waited as instructed on the guide for a long time as my internet connection it's not that good but after more than a day the app it's not running and on top of that after if turn it off once it started doing like a hiccup and sends me to the home screen no matter where I am (browser or looking on settings or wherever) my question it's can I still do this process even though my old device and if you could recommend something?. I'm not that knowledgeable in this matters.
[Fire General] DB126:
3rd gen HDX devices can be unlocked and retrofitted with Android 7.1 based ROMs that fully support the Play Store. That's your best course of action as FireOS v4 is not friendly to Google Play.
[Fire General] DragonFire1024:
My 8.9 can rock 7.1 easily. I'm just a sucker for 4.4-6.
[Fire General] Paston:
I followed all the instructions but for some reason i'm in a never ending loop when i try to log into the play store i go through the whole process of logging in and agreeing to the crap then it just goes back to the sign into google play page and I'm also getting a popup telling me "Update google play services - Google play services won't run unless you update Google play services"

So WTF if i cant run Google play services how are i supposed to run it to update it?
[Fire General] DragonFire1024:
Are you root now? If so, twrp or flashfire? Your best bet is to flash gapps. Arm, 5.1.1, pico. https://opengapps.org

Otherwise, uninstall all the apks, hold down power until tablet turns off and keep holding it for at least 20 seconds. Reboot to recovery and wipe cache. Reboot and reinstall. Don't download any other versions than what's listed in the OP.
[Fire General] Partsdude1959:
Don't download any other versions than what's listed in the OP.

Can you please post the APK's that we are to use again? I've been trying to get back Google play for a while and have tried every which way that i've read about, but it wont open. I just get into the loop as described above. I have the Fire hd 8- 8th generation.
[Fire General] Spinland:
i also have followed all directions.

i've also tried other ways involving my pc and adb drivers.

everything works except . . .

i am unable to install "audiobooks from audible" from the playstation store.

i've cleared the cache and data from the play store and tried toggling airport etc.

once i saw a 505 error.

other apps can download and install but i really want this particular one.

what can i do to fix this?

thanks
[Fire General] JaylanPHNX:
It's possible that app requires extra security that your device isn't passing in order to allow installation. If that's the case, there probably isn't anything to be done to fix it. If anyone else can try to install that app it may confirm the problem. (I don't have that device, it's with my wife).
[Fire General] DB126:
Sideload from APKMirror or another trusted repository of your choosing.

https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/audible-inc/audiobooks-from-audible
[Fire General] Spinland:
Sideload from APKMirror or another trusted repository of your choosing.​

i can't sideload because it fails in the same way.

i have discovered that things depend on what country your account is associated with.

i have an american account and wife has a canadian account on amazon.

the fire hd 10 i'm doing this on is american with no ads.

when i set it up for myself, the audiobooks app is installed automatically.

when i set it up for my wife, it doesn't install automatically and i can't get the app to install.

she currently uses her iphone with the audiobook app but wants to use the fire hd.

do you think there is anyway to get this done?
[Fire General] DB126:
Same device w/multiple accounts? If so you're probably screwed. DRM apps generally only allow one instance per device. Regionalization may come into play but not my first instinct given the locals involved.
[Fire General] shunobies:
I've installed google play account manager, services framework 7.1.2 and installed google play store the newest version which actually allows me to login to the play store on the Kindle Fire HD 8 however when I attempt to download or install an app from the playstore it's just stuck on the downloading screen and never makes any progress. Are there any suggestions. No other versions even allow you to login or get past the point of adding the apk's.
[Fire General] DragonFire1024:
Leaving the download in progress, reboot the device. That usually kick-starts it. Sometimes leaving WiFi off for a few seconds with the download running helps. If rooted, flash gapps.
[Fire General] billmc56:
Fire HD 10 (7th gen) Tablet

I successfully installed all of the APK files on my new Fire HD 10 (7th gen) tablet and see the google play app. When I open the Google Play app it starts to display, but then closes - however it remains in the app background window. Is this a know issue? How to resolve?