yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
This is just a guess, but it may be worth a try. Install Google Play Games and sign your daughter in..It seems to affect some of the Google ecosystem.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] KRiODOXiS:
Hi, great tool, but after trying to hijack the launcher all my apps disappeared. I still can see that they are installed in the apps settings but not showing in any launcher
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] ellege:
Tablet: Amazon Fire 5th Generation Device's codename: ford
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
Do you mean that they don't even show up in the app drawer?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] 0BackDoor1:
Thanks!

This is exactly what I was looking for, great work! can't wait for step "Remove Everything Amazon" on 8th gen :D
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] @pops:
Thanks soo much [MENTION=8560782]Datastream33[/MENTION] I made a video featuring your program for anyone who needs video help. Feel free to view it everyone http://bit.ly/2RWeG6i
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] votemarvel:
Perhaps a silly question but does the remove everything Amazon option include their launcher? If so does a third party one, assuming you had one installed, take over?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Datastream33:
Before releasing the toolbox to the public I had it set to uninstall Fire Launcher and install Nova Launcher. I decided it caused too many issues to remove the launcher so I deleted the code to remove Fire Launcher. So, maybe one day this option will be available. At this point, we need to figure out how to remove Parental Controls so these issues aren't present. I hope I was able to answer your question :D
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Datastream33:
Hey man, thanks for making this fantastic video! I really do appreciate it! :D

You are the man!
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Datastream33:
No problem! Glad you enjoy the toolbox! I'm hoping we can find a solution so as well! I'll be sure to post any updates on our progress if we find something. Stay tuned! :fingers-crossed:
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Datastream33:
My Tablet is Dead!

Hey guys,

Unfortunately, my tablet that I use to test the toolbox on (Fire HD8 2017) is now dead. I'm not sure how or why it just suddenly stopped working. No matter how hard I try I cannot get it to turn on. It won't charge, I cannot get it into download/recovery mode, the screen won't turn on, etc. I'm not sure what has happened to it.

Now, with the tablet being dead I'm sad to report that development for the Toolbox might be a little slower because I won't have a tablet to test it on. I WILL STILL TRY to get you guys updates but just know that new features may not work as expected. However, I will try my best to prevent this!

Please if anyone can help test new features before releasing to the public that would be greatly appreciated. I would just buy a new one but unfortunately, I just don't have the money for that at the moment. :crying:

I just thought I should let you all know. Anyways, its time to start developing V2.0. Wish me luck!
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] GalaxyStarndTouchpad:
[MENTION=8560782]Datastream33[/MENTION], I'm so sorry to hear what happened to you Fire HD. You could try asking Amazon to fix it if it's in the warranty period(I wouldn't mention the root attempts). What were you trying to do? Also, you could make the tool open source on git(lab/hub) and I'm sure a lot of people(including me) would love to jump on it.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Datastream33:
I have contacted Amazon regarding the issue and all they could do is offer a 15% discount on my next Fire purchase (device was out of warranty). As to what happened to the tablet and why it won't work I am unsure. I woke up today and attempted to turn the device on (it was on when I went to bed) and it won't turn on at all. I don't think I did anything in particular to cause this. So I'm still baffled and confused as to why it won't work :confused:.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Edmund45:
Another Success

Just registered to add my thanks for this tool.

Got my 32GB Fire HD 8 (2018) on eBay for £40 knowing all about Fire OS and being very happy to live with that as long as I could get Google Play Store working.

Since it had been used, it was already at 6.3.0.1 out of the box and some folks seem to have been reporting lots of issues with Playstore not signing in and/ or location services getting messed up once it's installed. So deep breathe, fingers crossed and off I went with the Toolbox.

1. I had previously fully set up wifi and my Amazon account and had DL'd a couple of apps from the Amazon App Store.

2. I ran the tool, accepted the adb debugging notification which popped up on the tablet and firstly installed the lockscreen add-blocker following the OPs instructions.

3. I rebooted the tablet and reconnected and ran the tool to install Google play store. At the end of the install, the prog kickstarted the Google Play Store app and I was able to sign in and DL Chrome. Chrome ran but couldn't link to my Gmail account successfully.

4. Rebooted the tablet again and got a notification that Play Services needed to update. Accepted this and let the update run. Chrome then connected to Gmail and Play Store stayed signed in. DL'd a few games and utilities from Play store and a couple more from Amazon app store. All worked perfectly. Locked and unlocked the tablet a few time to confirm the add-blocker has stuck and survived the reboots. All perfect.

5. Told the weather widget to detect my current location and that worked perfectly too. Fired up amazon maps and google maps through Chrome to see what they detected and both had my house correctly identified.

So - AFAIK - everything is working perfectly and I have exactly what I wanted. A media, browsing and casual gaming tablet that I can throw in a bag without worrying about the odd knock wrecking something more expensive.

Thanks to the developers for all your hard work. Can't wait to see the next versions deliver as I'd ultimately like to lose some of the Amazon bloatware and be able to switch default launcher, but its already a really helpful tool for noobs such as myself!

PS - Only other pertinent fact to note is that I had no sd card installed when I did all this. I'll add one eventually but for now 32GB is plenty and I note the sd card and its format (as external or internal storage) may have been a factor for some people who were reporting problems.

PPS - Very happy to help test any updates if that is of any help to the developers. It's the very least I can do!

Cheers - Edmund
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] eaponte23:
I have a Fire HD 8 2017 version. I've used the tool already and had no problems.

I can test stuff out for you if needed. Just pm me.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] lzxiro:
[MENTION=8560782]Datastream33[/MENTION],

Thanks for making this tool and shared it to us.

This is my second day after using the tool to block OTA and installing google services.

There are two problems which I ran into.

1. I used none English Windows 10 during the first few tries, and realize thats causing the toolkit to auto exit itself.

Changed the system into English and everything worked.

2. Ran OTA blocking and Google services installs. Everything seems to be fine on the first day. Just 5 mins ago, I saw the system OTA by itself, now its at 5.3.6.4 and 2 more updates pending. So the OTA blocking failed, even though it said its successful.

Sorry to hear your test unit broke. I hope you get it fixed soon.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] votemarvel:
You did, thanks very much for the reply.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Edmund45:
Ads are back...

Just to add to my last post. This mroning the lockscreen ads were back for me.

Automate reported it was still running the ad-blocker script but obviously something had interrupted it.

Solution was just to stop the script in automate and restart it and I'm add free again.

It's no big deal but obviously 6.3.0.1 has changed something on this score.

Play Store still going strong though :fingers-crossed:
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Comet1966:
[MENTION=225651]op[/MENTION] there is a sale on the 2018 Fire HD 8 https://bgr.com/2019/01/22/amazon-fire-hd-8-tablet-sale-one-day-only/amp/
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Datastream33:
No problem. I'm sorry I'm taking so long to respond. Been very busy lately!
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Datastream33:
I've noticed Automate does this from time to time. It hangs and the only way for it to continue executing the flow is to stop it and restart it like you said. I read your title and feared for the worst! Just glad it wasn't Amazon blocking the method or something! Anyways, thank you for letting me know! :D
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Datastream33:
I got a notification from Amazon with news that the tablet is on sell. Again, wish I had some money to buy one. I am however, working on fixing my dead tablet. I'll try and fix it tomorrow and if I can't I might just have to borrow money from a friend or something and get a tablet. Hopefully, the sale continues till tomorrow. I just hope I can fix my test unit :fingers-crossed: but we will see.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Datastream33:
UPDATE: So, as you know I'm working on Version 2.0 at the moment. Might be a few days. I'll soon release the update in a day or so. I've also noticed there are a few errors with a few of the current features. I will attempt to fix them ASAP. A special shoutout goes to those who reported the bugs and to those who are continuing to remain patient with the delay of updates! Love you all of you! More news coming soon! :)
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Datastream33:
That's very kind of you! I definitely will let you know if a feature needs testing! I might need help in a day or so just to let you know, that is if you are available at the time!
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] drizzt09:
I don't think the 7's we're considered to be part of the HD line. But I'm sure that's just a cosmetic wording thing and not impactful in regards to tool functionality
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] pmckay:
device not found

Odd, using the Amazon Fire Toolbox V3.1 on an Amazon Fire HD8 (2016), at first all I saw was "no device was found" until I power-cycled the Fire, then it was fine.

And a minor point, the notification box hasn't changed since ver 3.0, and still shows the "Update 3.0 is out" message
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] botato93:
temp root 3.1

this is what im getting when i run it, doesnt go beyond that. isnt it suppose to show an output ?

shells:

$ = Standard Shell, # = Root Shell

shell@suez:/ $ cd /data/local/tmp

shell@suez:/data/local/tmp $ chmod 755 mtk-su

shell@suez:/data/local/tmp $ ./mtk-su

Failed critical init step 4: No such process

1|shell@suez:/data/local/tmp $
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] ryulian:
HD8 2018 user's report

I tried : ota block, remove amazon apps, install google, install wallpaper and youtube.

All of this work fine. (maybe)

I found two things.

- Amazon games app isn't removed.

- After OTA blocked, auto rebooting process didn't works.

Thanks.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] sky1331:
Edit: I solved the problem, it's an issue related to the Chinese system. Really nice tool!

Hello, I'm using Win10 Pro 64bit with Amazon Fire HD8(2018) with FireOS 6.3.0.1.

I have tried Toolbox 2.1, 3.0, 3.1, all of them are quit automatically after I click "OK" using the mouse.

What I have tried:

1. Disable anti-virus (Bitedefender and win10 built-in anti-virus)

2. While disabling anti-virus, also restarting PC and make sure adb is not running already in the task manager before running Toolbox.

3. Switch to a laptop which complete doesn't have adb in it and disable its anti-virus, then run Toolbox.

4. I also tried changing the USB cable

All of them have the same result, the Toolbox windows closed after I click "OK". To be clear, Toolbox can recognize my device, here is the screenshot when using 3.0: https://imgur.com/TrEE1iH

Fire HD8 has USB debugging enabled this all time, Dev option is enabled too, is there any other prepare work I should do?

Any help would be appreciated.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] klausb65:
check the size of the mtk-su file in a adb shell. If the size is 20 and your device is a HD10 then it's sill the wrong one in tool
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] sky1331:
HD8 2018 here, just used Toolbox v3.1.

I used "remove everything Amazon" and install wallpaper changer, then stuck at a fire starting screen.

Then I use app switcher go to Google Play, find out there is no keyboard I can type. So I guess it didn't install Nova launcher and Gboard for me.

Luckily I can use app switcher go to setting, so I did a factory reset.

Not sure why this happens, just post here to let people know.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] DB225:
does anyone have the fire launcher and fire keyboard? I keep getting a message "The requested action is nto permitted. Check Parental Controls Settings and retry." when i tap the home or clear out the running apps after I used the "remove everything amazon." I think its from where the fire launcher was removed.

Update: I did a factory reset. It reinstalled the launcher and keyboard. I think removing the Parental Controls is the issue. I wish we coudl selected not to remove that.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] drizzt09:
If you use 3.0+ during remove all you get prompted for keyboard and launcher. If you select yes. They are disabled. If you didn't pre install alternatives... You will have issues.

Perform a restore all. Install alternative launcher. Then do remove all again. Say yes to launcher but not k3yboard. That's what I did and no issues
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] DV8:
What files would I need to restore to get the Kindle bookstore and books back. Trying to install from playstore but will not install.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] drizzt09:
Did you pre install them? The remove all doesn't install them for you. But it does prompt you to make sure you probably installed before removing. You can select yes or no. No if you didn't pre jnstall

---------- Post added at 01:01 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:48 PM ----------

$ adb shell pm list packages -d

Or just:

$ pm list packages -d

This will list all the disabled ones (the ones removed) and then look and see if it stands out. If not Google the package names and you will find the one you need.

Then to enable:

pm enable package.name
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] DB225:
I had an alternative launcher installed. That wasn't my issue.

---------- Post added at 02:44 PM ---------- Previous post was at 02:41 PM ----------

I got everything working now expect instagram. If its installbed before remove all it disapears. If I install it after the remove all it opens then crashes. I've installed it through amazon app store, google play and even sideloaded it. Does the same thing for all. It's the only app that seems to do this for me. lol
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] drizzt09:
Anyone I have see get the parental controls error. Removed keyboard. I did not remove keyboard. I do not get the parental controls error. I also did not do the lock screen wallpaper.

---------- Post added at 03:12 PM ---------- Previous post was at 02:44 PM ----------

I Can't help with that one. No Instagram on my kids tablets.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Datastream33:
If you do not have an alternative launcher/keyboard (depending on what you chose to remove), please remember that I've included both Nova Launcher and GBoard in the Toolbox's directory which you can sideload to the tablet using the "Sideload Apps" tool. This way you do not have to do a factory reset, or use the "Restore Everything Amazon" tool. :D
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] pippinzen81:
I've the same issue, but only with Amazon Games. Can I unistall only this apps without reset my Fire?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] johnny0731:
Keeps telling me to update even though using the most recent version

Hello, I downloaded Fire Toolbox v3.1, and I seem to be having a similar issue to this. I have whitelisted the exe on my antivirus, restarted the PC, and enabled USB debugging, but the toolbox keeps telling me that I should update to v3.1, even though I am using v3.1. It has no problem detecting my Fire device, but won't move on to the next stage.

Would it be possible to share how you solved this issue?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] drizzt09:
Mine comes up with a pop-up (separate window) that says to get the latest version 3.1. I just close that window as I already have 3.1.

The main windows detects device shown in bottom left and can click on any item in the list with mouse.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] johnny0731:
Oh, so the update notice wasn't causing the toolbox to exit. I guess I was just naively assuming that it was because of that update popup that the toolbox was closing.

The error was that the toolbox would only reach the window where it says "Amazon Fire HD10 (2017) Found." at the center, and no other items present in the window. After that the window would just close.

I just solved this issue by editing the locales. The original post by sky1331 mentions the issue was related to Chinese systems. My PC (running Windows 10) isn't necessarily CJK, but does use Korean encoding for non-Unicode programs.

So I went to Windows Settings -> Time & Language -> Region & Language -> Administrative language settings -> "Change system locale..." in the Language for non-Unicode programs -> Check "Beta: Use Unicode UTF-8 for worldwide language support". And then reboot.

Not sure if this is the optimal solution, but the toolbox didn't crash afterwards.

I guess the TLDR would be that for CJK users, check Windows 10 locale settings.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] pippinzen81:
Sorry, I’m trying to disable an app from Fire Toolbox 3.1(adb shell). The apps are Music and Game Circle. When I try to disable with this command

pm disable com.amazon.ags.app

But I receive a java error...

Inviato dal mio iPhone utilizzando Tapatalk Pro
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] ellege:
Tablet: Amazon Fire 7" 5th Generation Device's codename: ford
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] KRiODOXiS:
Yes, they don't show up, tried to clear the launcher cache but no luck
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] TarKin_2:
I just bought a 9th gen 10" Fire HD and had it usuable with this excellent tool within minutes.

Only question that i have as this one would be for my mom: Is there any chance that Amazon could push whatever kind of update to rebloat it? or is it safe to say that it´s going to stay as it is now?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Datastream33:
Hey, how you doing?

An update surely can bring back disabled/hidden apps. However, as long as you toggle off Automatic Updates and OTA Updates from the Modify System Settings tool you should be fine! Hope this helps! :D
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] TarKin_2:
Thanks, that was exactly what i wanted to hear ;-)
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Datastream33:
No problem, happy to help! :D
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Gozumuli:
Hi i have again a Problem with the Playstore on my Fire HD 10 (2019). Previously I had the problem, that my bought app weren't displayed as such. This was fixed by just installing "google play games" app.

Now I decided to use a second Google account to not have all my mails and stuff accessable in my open livingroom tablet. I added the account to google play family sharing. (I did a full device reset + fresh install of google services via tool)

The problem is, that the playstore (of fire tablet) does not display my bought apps in the family library. So a similar problem remains like before. My app to install still requires to buy it. I also tried to install it remotely from browser playstore. The website says that the app is installed, but playstore of fire hd says its not installed and it is really not installed.

I seems, that this google services don't support familiy sharing google accounts.

Sidenote: Also the google account management is not working. When I trigger "Google Services (Manage)"->"Manage Accounts" in tool nothing happens on the device.

On my other Android Smartphone the Apps are displayed properly in the family library.

Do you have any solution for that?

Edit: I don't know why but it works now... I tried to get it working for 2 hours (I also made a clean data/cache of g services, but didn't help) so I think it was not because the play service updated it self in the background. The only thing I recently changed was to install nova launcher via tool.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] SenorSmartyPants:
Fire HD 8 2020 - Toolbox is working great.

Is there any way to log into Prime Video without registering the tablet?

Hmm, just noticed that Google Contacts won't sync. App asks for SMS and microphone permissions. I turn them on but no help. Rebooted, still no syncing. I'll wait a while before trying anything more.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] BSH1969:
I just got a Fire HD10. Downloaded Toolbox 10.1. When I first got the Fire active, I ran the Toolbox and made a couple changes. After rebooting the Fire, now Toolbox says it's not compatible with this version. What happened? Can I get Toolbox access back if I factory reset the Fire? It's running 7.3.1.2.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Shalafy73:
Too late, now I have to wait until she will unwrap the Christmas gift to try it ;)

But thanks for the suggestion, I let you know if it will works

Cheers

F.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] russy23:
hi, great program, one minor program ive come across is when you goto paid games in the play store, it only shows number 1, nothing else, very weird, not a issue really just odd
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Slammer20:
That was my possibillity to make my Mother a payable christmaspresent, because she dont like the fire OS and isnt able to work with.

Thank you verry much!
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] MECH_TECH:
Thanks for this great tool.

I have two Fire HD 8 2020 that are going to be Christmas gifts for the grandkids. I got the Fire Toolkit working and removed Amazon stuff and installed Google Playstore and Vanced YouTube. I am struggling with how to get the Children's account working in Google. It just loops or hangs on checking for updates. I removed Google Play and reinstalled it from reading suggestions. I can login to my Google account now and instal apps from Google but I cannot figure out how to get the child's accounts working.

Any suggestions?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
You can get Prime Video working without registering the tablet, but you do have to be registered at Amazon with an account. Just use Toolbox to re-enable Shop Amazon and sign in. Prime Video should now work.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] BSH1969:
Yes. I uninstalled Toolbox and reinstalled it, with ample restarts on my computer. It still says "amazon not compatible with toolbox" and automatically quits.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] rollgo:
thank you!
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] tekwrite55:
Will this allow me to get rid of the search bar at the top. Line is grayed out anyway so would like to remove it.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Gitago:
Heya Guys, I just got done trying to fix up my new 10th Gen Fire 8, and after logging into the play store it gives me a notification that says "account activation required" and then lists the email, it then is 'checking for updates'' for about 60 seconds.. then it says 'something went wrong'.. and doesnt go any further...

i'm unsure how to continue forward with it.. I cleared the cache via the toolbox for google as well, with no change

appreciate any direction anyone may have