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[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Datastream33:
Toolbox V4.2 is Now Released!

What's up guys? Datastream here.

I'm happy to announce that Version 4.2 of the Toolbox has now been publicly released. This update is minor but does address a few things that were wrong with V4.1. With this update, the following fixes were made. The Restore/Remove manual subtools have been rewritten and now output selected apps values to the working folder instead of the Windows Temp folder, Amazon Alexa, and Newsstand now have been included to the list of manual remove/restore, the installer has been rewritten so that the Toolbox can now be installed without admin access, and the Desktop/Start menu shortcuts now contain the name of the Toolbox and displays the Toolbox's icon for easier access, and last but not least... the Launcher Hijack issue has been addressed and now includes the workaround version.

To download this update you may use the Toolbox's built-in updater or download the latest version from the Downloads section on the first page of the thread.

If you would like to know everything that has been changed in this update you can refer to the changelog below:

All these changes should fix the issues you guys were having and if not please let me know. In addition, I wanted to thank you all for reporting these issues and bringing them to my attention! The Toolbox wouldn't be where it is today without your guy's help! THANK YOU ALL! :highfive:

Alright guys,

That's it! Have a fantastic day/night (depending on when you are reading this of course) :silly:
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] jobrien2001:
I have an issue regarding default programs. After auto removing all amazon new choices made for default programs are not remembered.

Working Example:

-Fresh stock

-install brave

-open a link to a web page.

-A pop up will show asking which app you want to use and remember.

-You chose to remember to use brave... next time you open a link brave opens automatically.

Not working example, wont remember choices:

-Fresh stock

-install brave

-Auto remove amazon with toobox

-open a link to a web page.

-A pop up will show asking which app you want to use and remember.

-You chose to remember to use brave... next time you open a link A pop up will show asking which app you want to use and remember.

Which amazon app that I am removing is responsible for remembering these choices?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] rwalle:
The "restore everything Amazon" worked fine, but suddenly the manual mode stopped working -- the program kept confirming if I want to "restore EVERYTHING" even though I ticked the one app that I hope to use.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] jobrien2001:
Also, auto remove everything amazon works, but manual remove/add amazon does not work for all apps. A few examples are kindle and books.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] tommes-d:
Same here - 4.2 does not remove any of the manual selected apps.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] cpl.quik:
I have updated to toolbox 4.2 but my fire hd 10 still won't turn off unless you hold the power button for like 15 seconds. It's not rooted and I haven't seen anyone else have this issue. What could be the problem?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] DB225:
Anyone else get temp root to work? This is what i get when I do it.

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

New UID/GID: 0/0

shell@suez:/data/local/tmp #

and then it just sits there.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Kevinkelp:
I'm struggling just a bit with getting the Play store working. I've installed with the toolbox a couple times now and it seems to work fine but I'm told I need to update Google Play services. I tap the message and Play opens prompting me to sign in. It then says "Checking Info" before giving a "Couldn't sign in" error, apparently unable to communicate with Google servers.

I've restarted, even trying simply installing the apk files. Always with the same result.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] drizzt09:
Do you have internet? Can you open default browser and go to Google.com?

Could try going to android settings. Apps. Open all the Google apps (4) and clear data for each. Restart and try again.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] DelphinusMinor:
Will this tool work on a tablet that is disconnected from the web and that is already setup?

I have the Play store working fine but would also like to debloat/hide.

I'm also on the latest Fire OS 5.6.4.0. (Fire HD 10)
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] drizzt09:
Yes
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] hudsonbra:
Delete this.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] drizzt09:
The fact that it takes 15 seconds to clean all with this tool. I would rather get updates and run once in awhile to clean up again.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
Short answer - no.

While I'm not fully knowledgeable about this subject, I do know that Fire Launcher is a signed executable and without Amazon's key, you can't sign it as Amazon. The tablet will reject the signature and you won't be able to install it.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] dcooterfrog:
so i can stop busting my head against the wall.

any way to send adb commands from the tablet to the tablet
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
You can use Termux (available from the play store, apkmirror.com, or f-droid.org) or Terminal emulator.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] dcooterfrog:
whil i can follow the directions here

https://www.droidwin.com/run-adb-fastboot-commands-directly-on-android-without-root/

that would allow usb. but the fire hd 8 doesn't have wireless adb or adb over tcip so its a non starter correct?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
Umm, first off, what are you trying to accomplish? Or, what commands do you wish to run? You may be able to do it from the tablet itself by using Termux or Terminal Emulator.

You won't be able to run Toolbox on an Android device, so I'm assuming you want to do some of the things Toolbox does without a PC via ADB commands.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] dcooterfrog:
the only thing i am looking for the command to replace the launcher which needs to be done every reboot

my NEW to ME hd8 has the newest version of FIRE OS. everything else works well enough. but i want to use Mlauncher (very light) and does what I need) even if i use launchair i need to retether and reset it if i boot
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
I think there is some research into using Automate to do this. Automate is capable of doing repeat tasks on boot. I'd look further into that.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] dcooterfrog:
so i am thinking correctly but i should wait until v27. :)
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
Datastream33 (the Dev) has "updated" his tablet to 7.3.2.2 to further investigate the new problems. He's done quite a lot of work with the Toolbox to keep it up to date. I suspect that there will be some new workarounds and maybe some fixes when v27 comes out. His family was hit by the Covid bug over the holidays so he's probably just keeping up with life and paying the bills right now. That said, I'm sure he'll be on op of things when time allows. Sit tight with the others in your situation and when v27 finally comes out we'll all have a better idea of how bad Amazon has made things for us.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] XDAsiegfre:
Glad to hear all is well with you and your family.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] dcooterfrog:
And never ask when the next release is. 😁

Hope all is well DS
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] wantpizza:
Sorry - I have got to do more searching but... it seems that I can't change the time zone. Like a weird endless loop of click here and then it doesn't go anywhere. I know I changed it once but it is still showing essentially GMT meaning it is getting the info from the wifi network. Anyway - I am sure the answer is in here somewhere but if someone knows it at their finger tips I'd appreciate it!!
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
I'm going to assume you ran the Toolbox and ran a debloat using the standard script. In that case, launch Toolbox, go to "Manage Amazon Apps", click "Simple" under the Manual tab, and enable "Device Setup". That should fix the problem.

Edit: You may have to reboot in order to fix your time zone. Also, it may not fix itself immediately. It might take an hour or so. I don't know how often Android updates it's time.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Amandaville:
How do I remove a Google account from my Amazon Fire HD 10 modified with Fire Toolbox? I have several accounts on the device, but I deleted a Google Workspace account and now the device always has a notification to re-authenticate that (now non-existent) account on the device. I have tried the settings in both the Google app and the Play Store app that is titled "Manage accounts on this device" but it crashes the app. I'm assuming that is a conflict between Google and Amazon software. Is there any way to delete the account from the tablet other than a factory reset?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] kos25k:
Greetings to all.I want to buy this tablet and after some research,I saw that latest update screws things up.My question is,which exactly date,day,month,year did the latest update been released?Also can I recognize the manufacture date of the tablet straight from it's box?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
I don't think there is any definitive date or lot# or anything that we know for sure. The problems started at the beginning of 2022, but not all 2022 models have the new firmware installed out of the box. They will, however, update to the new firmware as soon as you connect them to the internet. It takes a decided effort to not give your WiFi password to the tablet during setup. The option is not immediately apparent.

So far, the best way to get a pre-7.3.2.2 tablet is through 3rd party retailers like Best Buy or Target. They still have older stock. I also believe that the devices from Amazon are not all 7.3.2.2. Especially some of the less popular colors. It's just important to get through setup without giving the tablet your WiFi password. You probably don't want the device pre-linked to your Amazon account either. If you order through Amazon, you should uncheck the box that is checked by default that links the device to your account.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] kos25k:
thanks a lot.But my logic says,if new update came out for example November..If the retailer confirm me that his tablets were bought for example in October..Won't they have this firmware right?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
Retailers buy in bulk from an Amazon warehouse and the tablets will have whatever version was in the warehouse at that time. If an update comes out later, those tablets won't see the update until they are bought and connected to the internet to recieve the update 'Over The Air'. If you were to purchase one and not give it your wifi password until after disabling OTA updates, then it will never get the new firmware. I guess I don't know what you are asking.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] chong67:
If this information helps, I got this tablet from QVC about 2 weeks ago. I never connect to WiFi. I follow the instructions in #1 and everything is working for me. Thank you.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] qttrade:
hi, ive heard that this is a really good application to make your amazon tablet into a android one. I tried to run the app multiple times but the same popup keeps showing. Is there any way to fix it?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] zeromant:
Is there a way to install the standard google play version (com.amazon.avod.thirdparty) of Amazon Prime Video? The stock one doesn't allow you to use another prime account :(

i've tried to sideload the apk but it errors out, even if i tried to install it directly from google play.

adb imputs this error when i try to sideload it (see attached file)
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] lil_kujo:
That's a Windows 10 and 11 security measures, just click on more info and click run anyways when it shows the option after clicking more info. Do that and the program will run.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] lil_kujo:
You would have to uninstall or disble the stock app since it's causing a conflict with the apk you are trying to install, that's an android thing with packages that have a conflicting signature. I just recently bought this tab and it's arriving soon, but that is how in general android works. I don't know if it would work but with all my other Android devices it's the same thing.

I'm supposed to get my tab today so I'll try it out and report back. Cheers
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Datastream33:
Greetings my friend!

SmartScreen is warning you that its unsure of who the publisher is. Because the Toolbox's installer isn't signed with a Software license this message may make an apperance. 🙃
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] zeromant:
I did disabled the stock app and the error persists. i've tried to "uninstall" it aswell and the error persists :(
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] lil_kujo:
Thank you for the development of the toolbox, definitely nice and easy. Just got the tablet today and right out of the box I went ahead and changed everything even using full immersive gestures instead of the nav bar.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
As far as I know, there is no way to run the Google store version of Prime video. It simply will not run without removing the Amazon supplied Prime Video first, and there is no way to do that without root. The best you can do is re-enable Prime Video by Amazon in Toolbox or by ADB.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] MrMrMr111:
Brilliant tool.

I don’t often use my Fire 8” (2020). However is it with me updating the toolbox every now and then? What will it give me?

I basically use the toolbox to get Play store on. I use the Fire 8” for streaming/video mostly.

I just use the official apps of Disney etc from Play or Amazon store if can, others I use the toolbox.

If I install the newest toolbox now, think I’ve got rid of the original PC I had it on before, so I have to start again and factory reset my Fire 8”, or can I install the toolbox, and run it and it will see my Fire 8” and just update?

Thanks
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
There's no need to reset a perfectly functional tablet. You can just use the newer version of Toolbox to make modifications to your existing installation. There have been a few refinements and added features that you may or may not find useful. Use your discretion to decide if you want/need a new feature or update. Always remember "If it ain't broke, don't fix it!" :)

edit: Remember, you can skip the guided tour in Toolbox since your tablet is already set up.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] M973:
I picked up a Fire 10 from Target, has 7.3.1.9 on it. I didn't enable wifi, ran the toolbox and disabled OTA updates, automatic updates -so I should be ok to go ahead and connect to wifi, sign into my Amazon photos, etc?

The other one I have from Amazon is returnable until the 22nd, I got a $15 promo which they said I'll lose if I return it, can't apply it to another purchase, but maybe worth losing the $15 to have it running properly.

The problem I was having with the icons on the nav bar getting spaced far apart is the same, as soon as I disable the Fire dashboard icon, I had to use ADB to revert even after putting back the Fire dashboard :unsure: I hadn't done anything at that point except disable updates, still was stock launcher, etc. so apparently isn't a 7.3.2.2 issue and guessing others must have that issue too, maybe just 11th generation.

Thanks :)
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
Did you try using ADB to fix the icons before restoring Device Dashboard?

I think it's possible that the command used to disable Device Dashboard does not use the stock spacing and running the ADB command to fix the spacing might work without restoring Device Dashboard, but no one has confirmed this to me and I don't have Device Dashboard on my tablet in order to try it myself.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] M973:
Thanks a lot, will try that.

As to blocking any updates to the device, I should be all set having turned off OTA updates and automatic updates? For some reason nervous I missed something and it will update to the newer version when I connect to wifi :confused:
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
You should be good if you've got both OTA updates and Automatic Updates disabled.:)
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] M973:
Thanks! :)
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] lil_kujo:
Have you considered using some third party gesture navigation? I am using Fluid navigation Gestures and it works great.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] ydoc14:
I have successfully used this adb command to add working volume buttons to the nav bar, but I'm running into a few problems:

- The volume icons I used (Google Fonts Icons) do not automatically change to gray (like the stock back,home,recent buttons do) in apps that change the nav bar to white/light theme

- In landscape mode, the back,home,recent buttons are now extremely spaced out. Adding more spaces in the adb code to squeeze them closer together ends up making them too close together in portrait mode.

Also, mine will only display the nav buttons when it's back;home;recent. back,home,recent and they disappear...
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] xFaultx:
So I just bought a used Fire Tab HD 10 2019 from a coworker. I did a factory reset, she hadn't really used it, and it's on 7.3.1.9 . Am I still able to use your toolkit? From what i understand I can't root, which that really sucks, but at least if I can debloat with this that's something
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
Yes, you can use Toolbox, but it's extremely important that you shut off WiFi until you do so. If you leave WiFi on, it will download the update and will auto update to 7.3.2.2 which you don't want.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] xFaultx:
Yea i had it connected to a hotspot, started doing a few things, then noticed an update starting, killed the internet, and factory reset
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
Interesting. You could try other icon files to (maybe) fix the light/dark problem. As for the spacing problem, I don't know. The only way I'll find out is through experimentation because I'm not an expert in the syntax of the spacing command (or even at Android in general). I'll fool around with it because I never even thought about adding volume buttons to the navbar. Nice idea.:)
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] Datastream33:
A new tablet coming to the scene, or is this article tripping?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] ydoc14:
If I insert the black version of the icons, the tablet won't display them, even when the nav bar is white. Don't know if this is a Fire OS problem, or something that needs to be changed in adb...
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] xFaultx:
Getting a bunch of errors, seems like almost nothing is installing properly. Im on 7.3.1.9 and nearly everything I try to install gives me an error saying "Performed Streamed Install". Using latest Toobox. Any suggestions?
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
You could try re-downloading and installing the Toolbox, and then updating it to v26.1 with the updater. You could also try the portable (.zip) toolbox and updating that, too.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] kmo12345:
I reported the same error a few pages ago. Solution for me is to go back to Toolbox version 13.0
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] xFaultx:
Anyway to get the nav bar to be in a dark theme? Just the same, the notifications pulldown? Cause the blazing bright white theme is driving me nuts. I wish i could root 7.3.1.9, would love some theming
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
Have you fooled around with Night Mode under Developer Options? There are 3 choices there: Always On, Always Off, and Automatic (Based on Time of Day). They may or may not help you in your attempt to make Fire behave as you want, but I just thought I'd mention it in case you hadn't tried them.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] InsanityRocks:
Just registered to say thank you to @Datastream33 for this lovely tool. If there are others helping: thank you to you too. I started reading this forum thread and quickly shot to the end when after a few pages I was still in 2019 posts. :-)

I have a 5th Gen Fire 10 HD. I haven't made any changes yet. I found my here via

Debloat Amazon Fire Tablet

Of course there have been made versions between then, when that video was created, and today.

However, my central question is: What is the best way to keep Kindle and Prime Video, but remove everything else? Is it to completely remove Amazon and load those apps via Play Store?

Thank you, again, for the tool. And thanks to all 👋
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
First off, you need to quickly disable OTA updates using the Toolbox because the current update (7.3.2.2) screws up the ability of the Toolbox to remove lockscreen ads, replace the default launcher, and disable OTA updates. Chances are it's too late, but go to Settings > Device Options > System Updates and see if you have a version previous to 7.3.2.2. If so, turn off your WiFi and run the Toolbox to at least disable OTA updates. If you've already got 7.3.2.2, it doesn't matter. You won't be able to do those things now.

Amazon apps can be individually disabled. It is not possible to remove the pre-installed aps, so replacing them with aps from the Play Store is not possible. You can disable all the Amazon aps you don't want and just leave Prime Video and Kindle working. You'll need a couple other Amazon aps enabled so that they work, but it's no big deal.

Edit: I just re-read your post and realize that you're probably on v5.x.x.x instead of v7.x.x.x. I'm not sure of the update progress on v5. You may not have to worry about them cancelling your ability to disable lockscreen ads or replace their ad-ridden launcher with your own. Hell, it may be possible to get root on your tablet and replace the whole OS. I haven't looked to see if there's a working exploit for your tablet.

Edit 2: It appears there is a working root for your tablet. See this thread. If you don't want to bother trying to root your tablet, just run Toolbox and use Manual (Simple) in the Manage Amazon Apps subtool. There you can disable the specific apps you don't want and keep the ones you want. There's a description panel to let you know what each app does and what else it affects.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] InsanityRocks:
Thanks for the follow-up. At this time I don't think I want to root my Kindle Fire. But, thanks for the link! (y)

Ok, Manual (Simple) - got it. Thanks a ton for the assist.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] L0stwhun:
Due to Wyze being complete idiots can't use any of my old tablets now and the new gen I have to update some to be current android enough to run wyze revamped app..

So I didn't realize there was an issue updating and am now on the new fireos on tablets I both need to run wyze and be able to use fire tools - is there going to be a fix of some kind at some point preferably soon or is this a catastrophic end.
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] be4con:
I'm having the same issue others have reported trying to install Google services:

I tried reinstalling the toolbox as suggested in this thread and re-running, and deleted and redownloaded all the apk but still no dice. Any solutions?

I'm on 7.3.2.2 unfortunately
[Fire HD 8 and HD 10 Android Development] blaacksheep:
Have you tried the method that Falcon342 suggests in post #7748?