I have an app on my phone that Id like to get on my rooted kindle. It goes along with another app that I was able to find the apk on the net, however I cant find the apk for this app due to it being so out of date (1+ year). How do I go about creating an apk of it from tibu backup on my phone to make it work on the kindle? I tried downloading it to my dropbox, unzipping on my computer, transferring to kindle and installing that way, but it keeps coming back app not installed. Any ideas? also off topic, Im having problems with the xda app on my kindle. anytime I go to type any response or search anything, the keyboard pops up then goes away immediately. Any reason why? TIA for any and all help.
Use AppSaver which can be found in the Market. It copies the APK for all or selected apps to your SDCard location. You can then e-mail or transfer the APK to your fire.
https://market.android.com/details?...SwxLDEsImNvbS5JUUJTLmFuZHJvaWQuYXBwU2F2ZXIiXQ..
Super Manager has an APK manager which does the same thing, but you can do it on a package by package basis. It will save the filename in the Original package name or what I use, Readable Display Name.
Most of the APK's that I've moved to my KF that I could not load by other means were done via this method.
Even then, some packages simply won't install due to hardware requirements not in the KF, but you can't tell till your try.
terracode said:
Use AppSaver which can be found in the Market. It copies the APK for all or selected apps to your SDCard location. You can then e-mail or transfer the APK to your fire
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That app is pretty cool, but unfortunately it still showed app not installed. Ill use this on another phone, but for kindle it still didn't work. Could it be because the outdatedness of the app?
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pre4speed said:
That app is pretty cool, but unfortunately it still showed app not installed. Ill use this on another phone, but for kindle it still didn't work. Could it be because the outdatedness of the app?
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Not sure... AppSaver has been working great on my Nexus S to grab apps that don't show up on the Fire Android or Amazon Market. Weird that your backed up app doesn't install. Have you tried copying it directly to the Data/app folder and restarting the Kindle (without manually installing from the Data/App folder)?
terracode said:
Not sure... AppSaver has been working great on my Nexus S to grab apps that don't show up on the Fire Android or Amazon Market. Weird that your backed up app doesn't install. Have you tried copying it directly to the Data/app folder and restarting the Kindle (without manually installing from the Data/App folder)?
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Ill give that a try. Thanx.
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On my sdcard I have a download folder which my browser (DolphinHD) uses and I assume the market. Well its full of apk's some of which are months old. Is it safe to delete all of these? Is this in fact a temp dir. for the market and other apps?
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On my sdcard I have a download folder which my browser (DolphinHD) uses and I assume the market. Well its full of apk's some of which are months old. Is it safe to delete all of these? Is this in fact a temp dir. for the market and other apps?
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Should be fine to delete whatever in there. The apk files are just the installers, so if you delete them the app will still work, but if you uninstall an app you'll have to re-download the apk to install it again.
Also the Market shouldnt be using the download folder, just the browser.
I am using root explorer to copy the city id and 3g hotspot apk from my sd card to system /app but every time I try to install I get application not installed. I changed permissions and everything. I do not know what I am doing wrong. I un installed them with titanium and want to restore them. I did a backup but did not see an option to reinstall. So, I just downloaded the apk's and am doing it this way.
Where did you get the apk's? I need the City id
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Where did you get the apk's? I need the City id
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Here is where I downloaded the cityid apk. Hope it helps. I do not even know if it was the right one. They are for the Droid X but I assumed since they are similar it would work but I can not ge it to install to my system /app
http://www.chadhaney.com/droidXDefault/
APK doesn't install
Yes, there's something strange going on with the TAB.
I get "application not installed" when I try to reinstall the mail app. I've also tried moving the APK into the system/app folder but it won't even with r/w access.
I've also tried installing with adb, but that throws INSTALL_FAILED_DEXOPT.
The same file installs fine on my HTC Desire.
I used Superoneclick to root the TAB, and terminal seems to get su without problem, but I think there's something I'm missing.
Any help gratefully received.
Hello all. I have been searching and searching for the app called Reader's Hub. I have a US Version Sprint Tab that I just got yesterday. I found, what I believe to be two files, the Reading Hub.apk and Zinio_pressdisplay.rar. I haven't downloaded them yet because I don't know if they are the current version, and I don't know what to do with the files once I have downloaded them (where to put them, etc). Can someone please help me? I really want this App. Thanks.
There are a number of apk installers in tje market. Point it at the apk and click the option in settings to download from unknown sources.
There are also file mgrs in the market to unzip the rar file.
Cant help with versions but the apk installer may tell you that.
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Everything is done on the tab?
RADroid said:
There are a number of apk installers in tje market. Point it at the apk and click the option in settings to download from unknown sources.
There are also file mgrs in the market to unzip the rar file.
Cant help with versions but the apk installer may tell you that.
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Thanks so much for responding. Can you tell me exactly how to do it? I installed an APK installer and the Andro Zip app. When I opened the APK installer it mentioned something about the SD card, which came with the tab. Do I do everything on the tablet itself?
RADroid said:
There are a number of apk installers in tje market. Point it at the apk and click the option in settings to download from unknown sources.
There are also file mgrs in the market to unzip the rar file.
Cant help with versions but the apk installer may tell you that.
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You have at least given me a head start. But Here's what I have done so far;
1. I have downloaded the readers hub file and have extracted it. I tried to download the zinio file, but for some reason it wouldn't fully download saying the file is not supported or something of the sort. It was in .rar.
2. I installed Root explorer, apk installer, and Andro Zip.
3. I tried copying the extracted file to the system/apps folder, but it wont let me. Either the entire folder, or the apk files one by one.
Am I missing anything, or did I skip a step?
http://www.brighthub.com/mobile/google-android/articles/37151.aspx
This might help.
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This helps a lot
RADroid said:
http://www.brighthub.com/mobile/google-android/articles/37151.aspx
This might help.
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Thanks so much! Do you know how to change my device to write, instead of read only? I am trying to copy files but it keeps rejecting saying my device is read only.
RADroid said:
http://www.brighthub.com/mobile/google-android/articles/37151.aspx
This might help.
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While this website helped. I can't see the Kobo or press display APPs that did install. The readers hub would not install, and would not give a reason why. Can you help?
See this thread.
Use superoneclick.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=803682
Beerkan said:
See this thread.
Use superoneclick.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=803682
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Does this work for the US Galaxy Tab?
For writing something into /system/app directory you need to have your Tab rooted. This will allow you to mount this directory as R(ead)/W(rite). Initially it should opened in Read/Only. Then you will be able to transfer your system app into the installation directory. After you finish copying you will see Readers Hub into the App Drawer.
You might need to have Zinio and Kobo because the Readers Hub is just a Manager of content.
Good luck
P.S. For rooting I would recommend z4root that can be installed from the creator's web page.
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For writing something into /system/app directory you need to have your Tab rooted. This will allow you to mount this directory as R(ead)/W(rite). Initially it should opened in Read/Only. Then you will be able to transfer your system app into the installation directory. After you finish copying you will see Readers Hub into the App Drawer.
You might need to have Zinio and Kobo because the Readers Hub is just a Manager of content.
Good luck
P.S. For rooting I would recommend z4root that can be installed from the creator's web page.
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Okay, now I understand. That's my problem, while I have the Kobo and the press reader, I couldn't download the zinio app because my tab kept saying content not supported. I have andro zip, explorer, and apk installer installed, so I don't know why it wouldn't install it on my tab. Can you tell me how to root it, or give me a link to a thread that shows how to root it? I saw a thread recently, but it was for the Euro version and I have the US Sprint version.
Go to XDA top left and follow this directories:
* Home
* Android Development and Hacking
* Android Apps and Games
* [APP] z4root
you will find z4root.1.3.0.apk in the first post.
Keep in mind that ReadersHub was not released in US and might not have full functionality in the US.
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Go to XDA top left and follow this directories:
* Home
* Android Development and Hacking
* Android Apps and Games
* [APP] z4root
you will find z4root.1.3.0.apk in the first post.
Keep in mind that ReadersHub was not released in US and might not have full functionality in the US.
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It looks like Z4root has been removed. Is there another simple way to root?
No, it is still in the same place. I just downloaded it.
Another way is manual but it requires certain skills.
Franckly, if your only goal is to get ReadersHub rooting is hardly justified.
I would find substitution. Besides Kobo is not the best ereader. Of course, it depends on your goals and where do you get content.
I've found very sofisticated ebook reader called Moon+ Reader Pro. This one can even scroll for you. In addition it can do read aloud using either default TTS voice or purchased ones. It is very usable.
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No, it is still in the same place. I just downloaded it.
Another way is manual but it requires certain skills.
Franckly, if your only goal is to get ReadersHub rooting is hardly justified.
I would find substitution. Besides Kobo is not the best ereader. Of course, it depends on your goals and where do you get content.
I've found very sofisticated ebook reader called Moon+ Reader Pro. This one can even scroll for you. In addition it can do read aloud using either default TTS voice or purchased ones. It is very usable.
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Okay. I wanted it to be able to read magazines as well, since for some reason, Nook isn't offering the magazines in their reader. Can you recommend a good app for magazines?
Magazine subscriptions are available on Kindle although limited selecetion. Another app called Issuu offers access to magazines but I have not tried it. Some magazines/publishers may offer applications giving access to their materials.
I have such for NY Times and Financial Times, for example.
Google is supposed to introduce soon its Newsstand that will cover printed press.
Zinio so far is only for Apple products and I believe on the Tab in Europe. They promised to release it in the US shortly.
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For writing something into /system/app directory you need to have your Tab rooted. This will allow you to mount this directory as R(ead)/W(rite). Initially it should opened in Read/Only. Then you will be able to transfer your system app into the installation directory. After you finish copying you will see Readers Hub into the App Drawer.
You might need to have Zinio and Kobo because the Readers Hub is just a Manager of content.
Good luck
P.S. For rooting I would recommend z4root that can be installed from the creator's web page.
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I went ahead and rooted my tab after reading some more of the features. I still cannot copy files to my system/app directory. I see the SD card is r/w but I can't seem to figure out how to change the system/app to write.
Just touch R/W on the top line and the state will change to R/O
These are the STOCK FROYO apps from OFFICIAL 2.2
IF you want to request a app, please Post telling me the correct app name, if theres a specific firmware you want it from, and i'll try my best to look for it.
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If someone wants to make this better, please i'm all for suggestions.
The maximum its letting me upload on here is 8, so i'll upload more on the below post.
HOW TO INSTALL THESE APPS.
Put these apps on the sd card, or download them directly from phone.
when you click it it will say application not installed.
You must get a file manager, such as ASTRO, or ROOT EXPLORER
and move these .apk files to system/app/...
ALL APK FILES FROM POST 1, AND 2 ARE IN THIS ZIP.
APPS THAT ARE NOT ON POST 1 OR 2 ARE IN POSTS ARE IN NORMAL POSTS, AND THESE ARE THE ONES ADDED SO FAR.
think free or thinkdroid.apk
The Sim's LIMITED Edition (WORKS ON VIBRANT ONLY) - all downloads are on post.
Continued....
If you download swype.apk
you may need this swypelib core file.
put it in SYSTEM/LIB/...
You should remove avatar.
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You should remove avatar.
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its just the .apk, so people on custom roms, but have avatar on sd card, they can use that .apk with the sd card movie.
Awesome. Will add to the stickies soon.
Should be in the App Section though. Hopefully a mod can move it.
Reread thread, never mind.
OP could you post samsung apps like feeds and updates, daily briefing, memo, allshare etc.
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OP could you post samsung apps like feeds and updates, daily briefing, memo, allshare etc.
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Yes, unfortunately im unable to get to a computer right now. Ill do it first thing tomorrow.
xriderx66 said:
its just the .apk, so people on custom roms, but have avatar on sd card, they can use that .apk with the sd card movie.
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Ok cool. My bad. Touchy stuff you know
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you are missing the sims and think free office.
otherwise, good thread.
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you are missing the sims and think free office.
otherwise, good thread.
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The Sims is a problem because it is two APKs. One is the launcher and does nothing without the actual game. The game is too HUGE to post, and might be considered warez, even though it has been confirmed it will only run on a true T959. So if you want that one the best solution at the moment it to get it from the market since EA recently released it.
what version of swype is that?
xriderx66 said:
HOW TO INSTALL THESE APPS.
Put these apps on the sd card, or download them directly from phone.
when you click it it will say application not installed.
You must get a file manager, such as ASTRO, or ROOT EXPLORER
and move these .apk files to system/app/...
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xriderx, where is system/app located? I don't think my astro is able to see it.
Oniyuri said:
xriderx, where is system/app located? I don't think my astro is able to see it.
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On astro click back until it says back 1 more time to exit.
That's where u find system then find app or apps, then paste or move it in there.
To the version of swype question, this is from the latest official froyo.
Edit : I will add thinkfree AND sims if a mod tells me its okay.
Ill add sins by giving sd card data
Not to self advertise BUTTTTTTTTTTTTTT http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=894794 has this ability to add all the stock apps you want and it will package them in a pretty flashable zip for you, too
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On astro click back until it says back 1 more time to exit.
That's where u find system then find app or apps, then paste or move it in there.
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Okay, I did manage to find my way by pressing up once I got to that point. After that do I just reboot or do I try to install?
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Awesome, I was needing the memo app
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need help
Can someone tell me what i'm doing wrong. I've downloaded the memo apk used astro to move it to system/app rebooted and I still don't have the memo app. I've even tried to install it using open app manager in astro and it says "there is a problem parsing the package". I'm using Nero 5 w touchwiz. Any ideas?????????????????
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Can someone tell me what i'm doing wrong. I've downloaded the memo apk used astro to move it to system/app rebooted and I still don't have the memo app. I've even tried to install it using open app manager in astro and it says "there is a problem parsing the package". I'm using Nero 5 w touchwiz. Any ideas?????????????????
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Have you confirmed that the apk is in fact in /system/app and that it was not a failed copy?
I have noticed that when using DroidExplorer to do pushes, if the permissions are not correct it acts the same as if it copied ok. I usually end up having to verify using a on phone file manager like Astro or Root Explorer that the file is actually there.
after rebooting again i checked astro and it is in the system/app folder. i did notice that the rest of the files in system apps have the size, date, and something that says -r- (dont really know too much about astro so i have no idea what that means). but i did notice that the memo apk has the size, date, and instead of -r- is has -rw. anyone know what that means?
When ever I restart my rooted kindle fire hd, I have to reinstall it because it disappears from my device.
Any idea on how to get round this?
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When ever I restart my rooted kindle fire hd, I have to reinstall it because it disappears from my device.
Any idea on how to get round this?
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If you have installed the Google Play Store it will update Amazon apps including Kindle. Disable the Play Store automatic update.
If what he said is correct I think this is easy to fix so someone please correct me if I am wrong. Anyway if i am wrong this shouldn't hurt anything because the file im going to mention won't exist. Last time I checked if there's something on a read only system partition, Google installs the update to /data/app, so I would guess if you browse to there in something like es file explorer with root explorer enabled, you should be able to delete the new version being referenced from the data/app folder and it would revert to running the one in the system folder. I don't have stock kindle os so idk the name but if u find the icon for the kindle app in the /data/app folder try deleting it or moving it to the sdcard and rebooting. If I am totally off that file won't exist in the data/app folder. If anyone knows if what I just said is correct please feel free to post so.
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