This is only for 3rd gen devices (2013) - Kindle Fire HDX 7 (Thor) and Kindle Fire HDX 8.9 (Apollo) !
After Installing this update your device will be restored to factory defaults, please backup your data.
After Installing this update your need to disable OTA immediately!!!You can downgrade from 4.5.5.1 and earlier versions to 3.2.8.
From 3.2.8 you can manually upgrade to 4.5.2.
Put roolback file into the Internal storage folder of your Kindle.
Swipe down from the top of the screen to open Quick Settings, and then tap Settings. Tap Device, and then tap System Updates. Tap Update.
If Kindle do not find update try to do this with wifi off.
Download for HDX 7 (Thor)Yandex Disk - https://yadi.sk/d/SuxQf-u2f3MGo
Baidu mirror (Provided by FotixChiang, pass - joi6) http://pan.baidu.com/s/1jGux15s
Google Drive - https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B2twXJIOgv-UdzBBSUNkTGtZMmc/view?usp=sharing
Download for HDX 8.9 3rd gen (Apollo)Yandex Disk - https://yadi.sk/d/qHZ3TL7NfPfMT
Google Drive - https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B2twXJIOgv-UalRFZEl3dG1jYUk/view?usp=sharing
Stock 4.5.2 and other firmwares - http://forum.xda-developers.com/kindle-fire-hdx/general/update-1314-4-1-1-probably-sangria-t2901813
Root for 4.5.2 - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=59156161&postcount=56
Disable OTA on 4.5.2 + Install GApps - http://forum.xda-developers.com/kindle-fire-hdx/general/tut-disable-ota-4-5-2-install-gapps-t3043550
quick question
ONYXis said:
Uploaded just for information and examination.
Do not try to flash until somehow it is proved that it is safe (or is it work at all?).
You can brick your device!
i was wondering i had amazon rollback my kindle to 13.3.2.8 i have it rooted but i want to roll back a bit futher so i can install roms so if amazon rolled me back can i still rollback once more?
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Rebel4206 said:
ONYXis said:
Uploaded just for information and examination.
Do not try to flash until somehow it is proved that it is safe (or is it work at all?).
You can brick your device!
i was wondering i had amazon rollback my kindle to 13.3.2.8 i have it rooted but i want to roll back a bit futher so i can install roms so if amazon rolled me back can i still rollback once more?
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You cannot downgrade deeper than 13.3.2.8 if I understood your question.
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Big thanks. I checked it found nothing special and copied it to the internal storage of my 4.5.3 device. Disabled Wifi and run the update from the settings menu. Now my device is on 13.3.2.8.
How did you grab it?
Phate123 said:
How did you grab it?
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through local proxy
Now my device is on 13.3.2.8.
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Thanks.
Hello,
Can I ask how you managed to run the update from the settings menu?
I Don't see an option to run updates from there! I too am already on 4.5.3 and would rather like to rollback to an earlier version if it is indeed possible using this rollback file.
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Varlock said:
Can I ask how you managed to run the update from the settings menu?
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Put roolback file into the Internal storage folder of your Kindle.
Swipe down from the top of the screen to open Quick Settings, and then tap Settings. Tap Device, and then tap System Updates. Tap Update.
If Kindle do not find update try to do this with wifi off and reboots after each steps.
Just want to confirm it worked on my 4.5.3 too... switched wifi off first and all seems good !
Rollback from 4.53 to 3.2.8 also confirmed for me!
Many thanks ONYXis, that worked perfectly! I too can confirm that it worked and I have rolled back from 4.5.3 to 3.2.8.
Can hardly believe it was that easy. Now too look around some more to find out what I can do now I am finally rooted.
Thanks for your help.
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Just had a thought, as we effectively rolled back our devices, does that mean we will NOT get ota updates from Amazon now? It would be pretty handy if they didn't work oat now. Save is from worrying about losing root access
has anyone tried this on 4.5.2?
ONYXis said:
Uploaded just for information and examination.
Do not try to flash until somehow it is proved that it is safe (or is it work at all?).
You can brick your device!
Succesfull expirience - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=59258028&postcount=4
Link (Thor) - https://yadi.sk/d/SuxQf-u2f3MGo
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Kudos !!!!!
Wish same can be done with Apollo but there seems no point as there's no TWRP / unlocked bootloader.
I'm not trying to point finger at your work just saying if bootloader unlock can be achieved for Thor or Apollo over 13.3.4.8 ~ ish versions....
edit : please add "Thor" to your title [emoji1]
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Rebel4206 said:
You cannot downgrade deeper than 13.3.2.8 if I understood your question.
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My question is it safe to downgrade once more jumping firmware to firmware might cause issues I would like to downgrade once more but i was told by amazon I could not update my kindle after being rolled back is that just auto update being turned off and I could roll back again.
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thank you very much
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Thank you for ONYXis, I could roll back from 13.4.5.3 to 13.3.2.8 with this uploaded file.
nice
exellent it works, but now its wiped lol never mind here comes root!
Can I rollback from 4.5.3 to 3.2.8, then upgrade to 4.5.2 to root, 'cause I only need Gapps ?
titanworm said:
Can I rollback from 4.5.3 to 3.2.8, then upgrade to 4.5.2 to root, 'cause I only need Gapps ?
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yes, you can
ok I am also back to 13.3.2.8 thank you.
its been a few years since I did anything like this, in fact since I got a nexus 7 (2012), I am now downloading stock rom 4.5.2 which i need to install (download seems to be very slow (10 hours to go !!)
then I try to root
apollo?
any hope to get the corresponding apollo update?
dimi5 said:
any hope to get the corresponding apollo update?
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I need someone who already roolbacked pming me. we could try to catch.
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Anyone that can be done to this one root and gapps or anything?
ajac said:
Anyone that can be done to this one root and gapps or anything?
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Depends on what you mean. You say 3rd gen, I assume you are talking Apollo, correct? If so, you may be able to roll back to 3.2.8 & from there upgrade to 4.5.2, which can be rooted.
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Depends on what you mean. You say 3rd gen, I assume you are talking Apollo, correct? If so, you may be able to roll back to 3.2.8 & from there upgrade to 4.5.2, which can be rooted.
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Where can I download 3.2.8? All I an find is 3.5.7.6 and then 4+.
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Where can I download 3.2.8? All I an find is 3.5.7.6 and then 4+.
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You need to be on 4.5.2 (or lower) to rollback. If your device is at 4.5.3 (or higher) you're stuck with Fire OS and no root. To roll back start here. READ, READ and READ some more. You won't find many tutorials. Don't expect to pull off rollback/upgrade/root/gapps in an evening. HDX is a tough bird; easy to brick with limited recovery options. Do you homework before flashing anything.
Good luck.
Oh never mind. I got them to rollback now rooted with twrp now to try some custom roms
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Oh never mind. I got them to rollback now rooted with twrp now to try some custom roms
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Great! If you post again please include current fw level, etc. Those who responded (including me) assumed you had a newer device and based responses accordingly. Trying to get my head around "got them to rollback" and "now rooted with twrp". Rollbacks usually don't conclude with twrp unless you start at 3.2.6 or below.
Well it was the 3rd generation Apollo with 4.5.3 on it. Contacted customer service told them it had all sorts of issues he went ahead pushed back a roll back to 3.2.8. Then I went ahead and rooted it using the KFHDX toolkit. Originally safestrap wouldn't boot into recovery until I updated it to safestrap-Apollo 3.75-0s3.2.4-b02. Now have twrp was able to flash thro-gapps-installer1.zip. also disabled OT updated.
Current version 14.3.2.8_user328003120
build number date monday december 7 2914 1':19pm mst
ajac said:
Well it was the 3rd generation Apollo with 4.5.3 on it. Contacted customer service told them it had all sorts of issues he went ahead pushed back a roll back to 3.2.8. Then I went ahead and rooted it using the KFHDX toolkit. Originally safestrap wouldn't boot into recovery until I updated it to safestrap-Apollo 3.75-0s3.2.4-b02. Now have twrp was able to flash thro-gapps-installer1.zip. also disabled OT updated.
Current version 14.3.2.8_user328003120
build number date monday december 7 2914 1':19pm mst
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Thanks. Some important tid-bits in your post:
- Amazon rolled back an Apollo (!) which they have been reluctant to do of late. No one has been able to capture the 3.2.8 OTA image which would be a tremendous help to users who are marooned at 4.5.x. While it may be too late can you fire off a PM to @ONYXis as he has a method for capturing the image file? Thanks in advance!
- You referenced 3.2.8 and twrp. Do you mean Safestrap which is derived from twrp? If you indeed have twrp installed with 3.2.8 then you have accomplished something that no one else has!
Davey126 said:
Thanks. Some important tid-bits in your post:
- Amazon rolled back an Apollo (!) which they have been reluctant to do of late. No one has been able to capture the 3.2.8 OTA image which would be a tremendous help to users who are marooned at 4.5.x. While it may be too late can you fire off a PM to @ONYXis as he has a method for capturing the image file? Thanks in advance!
- You referenced 3.2.8 and twrp. Do you mean Safestrap which is derived from twrp? If you indeed have twrp installed with 3.2.8 then you have accomplished something that no one else has!
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The version of safestrap I used was deprived from twrp it looks like but boots into it and lets me flash and put custom roms on. Just fired off my pm and about to do it for him hopefully I can capture it.
Okay had to do it twice but he should have captured it at least one time hope it works for everyone.
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Okay had to do it twice but he should have captured it at least one time hope it works for everyone.
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Holly cxxp! I sure hope it worked for the benefit of Apollo users. Thank you so much!!
Davey126 said:
Holly cxxp! I sure hope it worked for the benefit of Apollo users. Thank you so much!!
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lol your welcome! I am just shocked amazon pushed it without to much trouble I guess i said the right thing lol
anyone...help us
when i update i didnt expect lollipop, but now i got lollipop but lost my root
kitkat root style doesnt works anymore
thank you
Read this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/development/intel-android-devices-root-temp-cwm-t2975096
Public Trial Release see this post : IntelAndroid-FBRL 05-16-2015 Public Trail Release Changes: added Trigger T4 to support Dell Venue 8 7840 Lollipop 5.0.2 and possibly other previously unsupported devices.
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Download this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=60770086&postcount=352 make sure you have installed ADB/fastboot driver.
Works for me on lollipop
Oh don't forget to put on sdcard SuperSu form here before you start rooting your device: https://download.chainfire.eu/641/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.40.zip
thx i will try it when i got time. thank you
veimus said:
Read this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/development/intel-android-devices-root-temp-cwm-t2975096
Download this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=60770086&postcount=352 make sure you have installed ADB/fastboot driver.
Works for me on lollipop
Oh don't forget to put on sdcard SuperSu form here before you start rooting your device: https://download.chainfire.eu/641/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.40.zip
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Just got this tablet. I need root. Is this working for lollipop or should I just stick with kitkat?
From my LG-G3 running Jasmine7.0/SkyDragon kernel 4.1
s1conan said:
thx i will try it when i got time. thank you
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Did you try it? Does it work?
Nman1 said:
Did you try it? Does it work?
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They pulled lollipop down. All I got was another kitkat Ota. I'm looking at the source for lollipop. It is 5.01 which has the memory leaks anyway. I'd like to get the Ota they sent out to pull out the lollipop apps of theirs and merge with 5.1...
From my LG-G3 running Jasmine7.0/SkyDragon kernel 4.1
veimus said:
Read this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/development/intel-android-devices-root-temp-cwm-t2975096
Download this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=60770086&postcount=352 make sure you have installed ADB/fastboot driver.
Works for me on lollipop
Oh don't forget to put on sdcard SuperSu form here before you start rooting your device: https://download.chainfire.eu/641/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.40.zip
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Hello,
How to have lollipop update on Yoga tablet 2 ? thanks
I used this method on one yesterday
It didn't go quite as said in the post but the end result worked. None of the adb fasboot drivers worked for me and the script went nuts!. In the end though with drivers from intel and a few deep breaths in, it all came good. The newer version of the tool has a T4 option for lollipop but I'm still on 4.4 so used the T3 option.
Rooted and working fine now.
I'm curious about a linux or Windows boot on it so let me know if you make any progress.
Forgot to add... Mine was on the Yoga Tablet 2 Pro.
Eagledig said:
Hello,
How to have lollipop update on Yoga tablet 2 ? thanks
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OTA update.
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OTA update.
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Someday...
From my LG-G3 running Jasmine7.0/SkyDragon kernel 4.1
workdowg said:
Someday...
From my LG-G3 running Jasmine7.0/SkyDragon kernel 4.1
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i got OTA update in Ireland 5 min after i was switching on first time my tablet
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/1280x1024q90/537/9k6e93.jpg
Did you try this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/thinkpad-tablet/general/how-to-lenovo-1050f-lollipop-update-t3144203 ?
veimus said:
i got OTA update in Ireland 5 min after i was switching on first time my tablet
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/1280x1024q90/537/9k6e93.jpg
Did you try this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/thinkpad-tablet/general/how-to-lenovo-1050f-lollipop-update-t3144203 ?
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Yeah, well, the site he picked to host the file is a scam site. Every click brings more pages and never give a chance to download.
Did you capture the OTA file url? Lenovo pulled the OTA from the US. Too many issues. I was hoping to get the OTA file and pull the Lenovo Lollipop apps and try to merge their source with the newest official source....
workdowg said:
Yeah, well, the site he picked to host the file is a scam site. Every click brings more pages and never give a chance to download.
Did you capture the OTA file? Lenovo pulled the OTA from the US. Too many issues. I was hoping to get the OTA file and pull the Lenovo Lollipop apps and try to merge their source with the newest official source....
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no problem for my firefox with adblock plug in, just downloading this OTA update, 1GB, 1 min left, and then i upload this to my premium MediaFire account and paste link here, just wait
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no problem for my firefox with adblock plug in, just downloading this OTA update, 1GB, 1 min left, and then i upload this to my premium MediaFire account and paste link here, just wait
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Thank you!
Sent from my YOGA Tablet 2-1050F using Tapatalk
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Thank you!
Sent from my YOGA Tablet 2-1050F using Tapatalk
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http://www.mediafire.com/download/vqvybiyyfhvt24c/update.zip
Will 1st gen firestick get the 5.0.5 update? Stuck on 5.0.3 atm
I'd like to know that as well.
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fach1708 said:
Will 1st gen firestick get the 5.0.5 update? Stuck on 5.0.3 atm
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I'd like to know that as well.
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yes I have gotten it on ver 1 of stick and tv and have rooted both already
timezone12 said:
yes I have gotten it on ver 1 of stick and tv and have rooted both already
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but how did you get it on beta firmware 5.0.3?
everyone who seems to have received the update was not on 5.0.3. I have yet to see anyone on 5.0.3 confirm they were able to update to 5.0.5.
I'm on 5.0.3 myself.
apparently we can root with kingroot on 5.0.3... so depending on how soon things get figured out related to custom recovery... rooting on 5.0.3 then using a custom recovery and pre-rooted 5.0.5 rom may be quicker than waiting on Amazon.
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everyone who seems to have received the update was not on 5.0.3. I have yet to see anyone on 5.0.3 confirm they were able to update to 5.0.5.
I'm on 5.0.3 myself.
apparently we can root with kingroot on 5.0.3... so depending on how soon things get figured out related to custom recovery... rooting on 5.0.3 then using a custom recovery and pre-rooted 5.0.5 rom may be quicker than waiting on Amazon.
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I'm still waiting on the update URL for the stick. I need either the url from os3 to os5, or the url for beta to 5.0.5.
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I'm still waiting on the update URL for the stick. I need either the url from os3 to os5, or the url for beta to 5.0.5.
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I've been actively logging in hopes to grab the FTV Stick 5.0.3 -> 5.0.5 URL but at by the looks of it someone going from 3.x -> 5.0.5 should be able to grab it first. We shall see... :fingers-crossed:
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I've been actively logging in hopes to grab the FTV Stick 5.0.3 -> 5.0.5 URL but at by the looks of it someone going from 3.x -> 5.0.5 should be able to grab it first. We shall see... :fingers-crossed:
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5 to 5 updates are all incremental, and I have them already. I need the 3.x -> 5.0.x update to get the full system image.
I have another stick on it's way from Amazon.co.uk, if it comes with 3.x how do I get what you need?
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I have another stick on it's way from Amazon.co.uk, if it comes with 3.x how do I get what you need?
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I just received the URLs from @AFTVnews.com
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I just received the URLs from @AFTVnews.com
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Is there any chance these will be urls will be posted, or is it worth posting, or some risk if they are posted? Couldn't we use the url to copy the image and force the update? I guess now that you have the URLs the best things will come, but I definitely want to get my stick to a rootable place =)
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Is there any chance these will be urls will be posted, or is it worth posting, or some risk if they are posted? Couldn't we use the url to copy the image and force the update? I guess now that you have the URLs the best things will come, but I definitely want to get my stick to a rootable place =)
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AFTVNews used to have a list of software updates and their URLs. Dunno if it still does. Unfortunately you can't force the update, as you need to be able to write to /cache to do it.
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AFTVNews used to have a list of software updates and their URLs. Dunno if it still does. Unfortunately you can't force the update, as you need to be able to write to /cache to do it.
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ok I saw it wasn't updated on @AFTVnews.com site ( http://www.aftvnews.com/software/ ) but I guess without r/w /cache it isn't as important wonder if we could replay the sw update check and use a pc proxy to push it. I'm sure I'm not thinking of something more advanced than what you already have though so I can stop and await the update patiently like everyone else, and see if you have the custom recovery already. I guess I'm just excited that after all this time the stick is finally software rootable. That hardware method was a little too tight soldering for me on the stick... at least without some other donor device to practice a few times
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ok I saw it wasn't updated on @AFTVnews.com site ( http://www.aftvnews.com/software/ ) but I guess without r/w /cache it isn't as important wonder if we could replay the sw update check and use a pc proxy to push it. I'm sure I'm not thinking of something more advanced than what you already have though so I can stop and await the update patiently like everyone else, and see if you have the custom recovery already. I guess I'm just excited that after all this time the stick is finally software rootable. That hardware method was a little too tight soldering for me on the stick... at least without some other donor device to practice a few times
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The software talks to the update server over ssl and sends it encrypted data. Can't be faked.
Just got the update on the firetv stick today. I guess I can kingroot it now, but is there any chance that there will be another root method for these?
Update: used kingroot 4.1 and it said it failed, but after a reboot it was in fact rooted. Next used adb with su command to pm disable dcp and ota
ImCoKeMaN said:
ok I saw it wasn't updated on @AFTVnews.com site ( http://www.aftvnews.com/software/ ) but I guess without r/w /cache it isn't as important wonder if we could replay the sw update check and use a pc proxy to push it. I'm sure I'm not thinking of something more advanced than what you already have though so I can stop and await the update patiently like everyone else, and see if you have the custom recovery already. I guess I'm just excited that after all this time the stick is finally software rootable. That hardware method was a little too tight soldering for me on the stick... at least without some other donor device to practice a few times
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I've been meaning to update that page for some time now. It needs to be completely redone since there are now newer devices and forks due to the dev preview and the voice vs non-voice Fire TV Stick split.
The URLs are no secret. I hope to get around to updating my software page next week. For the time being, here is everything missing from that page for those interested.
Fire TV Update URLS
2nd-gen: 5.0 to 5.0.2.1
http://amzdigitaldownloads.edgesuit...sloane_full_sloane-521044920-to-531006320.bin
2nd-gen: 5.0.2.1 to 5.0.2.2
http://amzdigitaldownloads.edgesuit...sloane_full_sloane-531006320-to-531006420.bin
2nd-gen: 5.0 to 5.0.2.2
http://amzdigitaldownloads.edgesuit...sloane_full_sloane-521044920-to-531006420.bin
2nd-gen: 5.0.2.2 to 5.0.3
http://amzdigitaldownloads.edgesuit...sloane_full_sloane-531006420-to-532011220.bin
2nd-gen: 5.0.2.1 to 5.0.3
http://amzdigitaldownloads.edgesuit...sloane_full_sloane-531006320-to-532011220.bin
2nd-gen: 5.0.3 to 5.0.3.1
http://amzdigitaldownloads.edgesuit...sloane_full_sloane-532011220-to-534011720.bin
1st-gen Dev Preview - v5.0.3 (previous one is 5.0.0)
http://amzdigitaldownloads.edgesuit...te-kindle-bueller-51.5.3.2_user_532008220.bin
2nd-gen: 5.0.3.1 (534011720) to 5.0.4 (536116920)
http://amzdigitaldownloads.edgesuit...sloane_full_sloane-534011720-to-536116920.bin
2nd-gen: 5.0.4 (536116920) to 5.0.5 (537174420)
http://amzdigitaldownloads.edgesuit...sloane_full_sloane-536116920-to-537174420.bin
1st-gen: 51.1.6.3 to 5.0.5 (537174420)
http://amzdigitaldownloads.edgesuit...te-kindle-bueller-51.5.3.7_user_537174420.bin
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Fire TV Stick Update URLs
Production (non-voice) 54.1.2.3 (123067020)
http://amzdigitaldownloads.edgesuit...6fbe3/montoya-ota-54.1.2.3_user_123067020.bin
Dev Preview 5.0 (530042950)
http://amzdigitaldownloads.edgesuit...evpreview_montoya-54.5.3.0_user_530042950.bin
Dev Preview from 5.0 (530042950) to 5.0.3 (532008220)[54.5.3.2]
http://amzdigitaldownloads.edgesuit...te-kindle-montoya-54.5.3.2_user_532008220.bin
Production (voice bundle) 5.0.3.2 (535062120) to 5.0.3.2/3 (535062420)
http://amzdigitaldownloads.edgesuit...te-montoya_montoya-535062120-to-535062420.bin
Production (voice bundle) 5.0.3.2/3 (535062420) to 5.0.4 (536116920)
http://amzdigitaldownloads.edgesuit...te-montoya_montoya-535062420-to-536116920.bin
Production (voice bundle) 5.0.4 (536116920) to 5.0.5 (537174420)
http://amzdigitaldownloads.edgesuit...te-montoya_montoya-536116920-to-537174420.bin
Production (non-voice) 5.0.5 (537174420)
http://amzdigitaldownloads.edgesuit...te-kindle-montoya-54.5.3.7_user_537174420.bin
PLEASE PROVIDE LINKS TO RELEVANT ARTICLES AND FILES WHEN UPDATING THE SHEET!!!!
I don't know if it's possible to make a chart through the forums, but I was hoping you folks might be able to help me out and other users as well.
I created a Google Doc which has a few versions of the Fire OS listed and whether or not they are rootable, downgradable, can have OTA blocked, get Google Apps and have a replacement launcher.
Maybe it's a silly idea, but I figured I'd give it a shot. The sheet for now is open to all with a link. Please feel free to add more versions, information, links (in the via columns?) to instructions, etc.
5.4.0.1 can be downgraded to 5.4.0.0 https://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire/help/fireos-5-4-0-1-downgrade-t3671406
Very good, and overdue, idea.
Some remarks, as I cannot use a Google account:
There's no 5.3.3.3 - you mean 5.3.3.0
Sometimes 5.4.0.0 is referred to as 5.3.4.0 (that's the version string that shows up in several places)
Although "5th gen Fire 7" should be clear enough, please add the "ford" codename in a prominent place
It would be good to collect download links for stock firmware
Is it still worth listing versions < 5.3.2.1? I think so, they are the rootable ones.
Any moderator around? This one deserves to become sticky as soon as the empty cells have been filled.
steve8x8 said:
Very good, and overdue, idea.
Some remarks, as I cannot use a Google account:
There's no 5.3.3.3 - you mean 5.3.3.0
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Yes. Corrected, thanks!
steve8x8 said:
Sometimes 5.4.0.0 is referred to as 5.3.4.0 (that's the version string that shows up in several places)
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I've only seen 5.4.0.0. I don't find anything with a Google search either.
steve8x8 said:
Although "5th gen Fire 7" should be clear enough, please add the "ford" codename in a prominent place
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Added Ford to the Top of the post. I'm not sure if you can edit the title.
steve8x8 said:
It would be good to collect download links for stock firmware
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That's where I am hoping other folks would be able to help.
steve8x8 said:
Is it still worth listing versions < 5.3.2.1? I think so, they are the rootable ones.
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I think so and for the same reasons. Whether a method comes out to downgrade to a rootable version before 5.3.2.1 or for those that don't want to go beyond for some reason.
steve8x8 said:
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I appreciate it, but I'm not sure how far that will go. Apparently some of the information is encompassed here. It's missing some of the latest information and is not organized in a way for my mind to process it very well. That's not to say it isn't organized, just hard for me to process it.
Greetings,
I want to confirm I'm understanding this spreadsheet correctly. My FireOS is 5.6.2.0, am I able to just pick and downgrade to an earlier firmware version that will allow rooting ? Or do I need to downgrade in the correct order to get back to a rootable earlier version: downgrade 5.6.2.0 > 5.6.0.1 > 5.6.0.0, etc... Or am I just out of luck and stuck with no option to root?
Mike The Menace said:
Or am I just out of luck and stuck with no option to root?
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Correct - no 'downgrade to root' path for 5th-7th gen 7" or 8" Fire devices starting at with any build of FireOS > 5.3.2.0
Davey126 said:
Correct - no 'downgrade to root' path for 5th-7th gen 7" or 8" Fire devices starting at with any build of FireOS > 5.3.2.0
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Okay and one last question, an I able to downgrade at all? From a couple other threads I read it seemed as if downgrading to 5.4 might yield some customization?
Mike The Menace said:
Okay and one last question, an I able to downgrade at all? From a couple other threads I read it seemed as if downgrading to 5.4 might yield some customization?
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Downgrading to 5.4 will allow removal of *some* Amazon bloat with various restrictions. You can also install Google's Play store for access to a wider selection of apps. See relevant threads in the General section for more details.
Davey126 said:
Downgrading to 5.4 will allow removal of *some* Amazon bloat with various restrictions. You can also install Google's Play store for access to a wider selection of apps. See relevant threads in the General section for more details.
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Okay but I'm able to downgrade to 5.4 from 5.6.2.0?
Mike The Menace said:
Okay but I'm able to downgrade to 5.4 from 5.6.2.0?
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Best read the relevant threads. Some claim success going directly to 5.4 from 5.6.2. Others take an incremental approach: 5.6.2->5.6.1->5.4.1->5.4.0. I personally believe a direct download is possible and safe but don't have direct experience to back that statement (all my Fire 7's are early 5th gen; rooted and TWRP bootable; most never saw FireOS).
Davey126 said:
Best read the relevant threads. Some claim success going directly to 5.4 from 5.6.2. Others take an incremental approach: 5.6.2->5.6.1->5.4.1->5.4.0. I personally believe a direct download is possible and safe but don't have direct experience to back that statement (all my Fire 7's are early 5th gen; rooted and TWRP bootable; most never saw FireOS).
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Ok, thank you so much! I have 2 that my daughters use and was just trying to breathe some new life into them and clear up some space.
kindle fire 7 5th gen. fireos 5.6.2.0 -> downgrade or lineageos ?
Mike The Menace said:
Ok, thank you so much! I have 2 that my daughters use and was just trying to breathe some new life into them and clear up some space.
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Hello Mike,
did you have success? I´m looking for a possibility to get a custom rom on my fire 7 5th gen - do you have any idea if its possible ?
thanks
gauki said:
Hello Mike,
did you have success? I´m looking for a possibility to get a custom rom on my fire 7 5th gen - do you have any idea if its possible ?
thanks
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If your 5th gen device is running FireOS 5.3.2.1 or higher it can not be rooted - hence no custom ROMs. Been that way for 2 years and unlikely to change. The needle isn't moving on this one.
and so...
so no developper can make rooting possible on 5.3.2.1 and upper in the future ?
avatarma said:
so no developper can make rooting possible on 5.3.2.1 and upper in the future ?
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If it were that simple root would have been achieved on these builds long ago. Google and Amazon have closed vulnerabilities that made root exploits easy. While it's possible another weakness will be discovered the chances are quite low IMHO.
you are right , and if that damned bootloader was not locked......so only hopes remains
Is it possible to downgrade from 5.6.2.0 to 5.6.0.1. ?
I am on 5.6.2.0 and i want to try to downgrade to 5.4.0.0 to remove amazon apps. Is there any chance to do it? Sorry for my bad english
Gengis26 said:
Is it possible to downgrade from 5.6.2.0 to 5.6.0.1. ?
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Yes.
Davey126 said:
Yes.
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Ok, can you give me some informations? Is there a thread to understand in which way?
Gengis26 said:
Ok, can you give me some informations? Is there a thread to understand in which way?
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You will need to find a 5.6.2.0 bin (source file). Check the 'debloating' threads as it's probably not directly downloadable via the Amazon support page; only the most recent build is referenced. Note: Amazon also maintains links to all prior builds. Just gotta find the url which is obscure.
Once you have the file it is simple to install via the stock recovery menu. Lots of documentation on that procedure in the Fire forums or via Google search.
Of course, you gotta decide if the benefit is worth the hassle. Probably not.
Hey everyone, I am having an issue where my phone will not update to the 1.1.2 even when I have removed magisk and also disabled all modules. I am on the GL version and have not found an OTA update to sideload as of yet only the EEA version. Any ideas? I reallt want to update so I can root 1.1.2 but obviously at this point I have no access to the OTA. The error is "Installation will continue when device isn't being used. To install now, tap Resume." I press resume then it says Installation problem. Any help is greatly appreciated.
yquitumadbro said:
Hey everyone, I am having an issue where my phone will not update to the 1.1.2 even when I have removed magisk and also disabled all modules. I am on the GL version and have not found an OTA update to sideload as of yet only the EEA version. Any ideas? I reallt want to update so I can root 1.1.2 but obviously at this point I have no access to the OTA. The error is "Installation will continue when device isn't being used. To install now, tap Resume." I press resume then it says Installation problem. Any help is greatly appreciated.
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You need to flash stock boot image depends what versio you are, this is solved already in HowTo unlock and root phone just read the comments
Patkis_1 said:
You need to flash stock boot image depends what versio you are, this is solved already in HowTo unlock and root phone just read the comments
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I'm on version 1.1.0 GL I tried all those steps with no luck but will keep trying.
yquitumadbro said:
I'm on version 1.1.0 GL I tried all those steps with no luck but will keep trying.
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Well first try to boot with stock boot what comes with 1.1.0 gl and try to install update
Patkis_1 said:
Well first try to boot with stock boot what comes with 1.1.0 gl and try to install update
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Is it possible I can Screen Share with you if possible? I have discord
yquitumadbro said:
Is it possible I can Screen Share with you if possible? I have discord
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What do you even screen share ? Just find the correct stock boot and fastboor flash boot and that file, after that try to install update and then follow how to root again and no i dont have time to come dc now sorry
Ah ok will do that now Ty! I'll tell you how it goes.
yquitumadbro said:
Ah ok will do that now Ty! I'll tell you how it goes.
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Please don't forget to click on like for members helping you!
It's simple and free cost
sadly nothing has worked I think I will end up just having to wait until the global 1.1.2 download becomes available
yquitumadbro said:
sadly nothing has worked I think I will end up just having to wait until the global 1.1.2 download becomes available
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I think you will update without problem with the full rom OTA when available.
Personnally i have received my NP1 yesterday night, i have just update 1.1.0 > 1.1.2 before, unlock / root just after especially for do not have to redo things for update/root from a old firmware version.
I will feedback when the next update will come
Pho3nX said:
I think you will update without problem with the full rom OTA when available.
Personnally i have received my NP1 yesterday night, i have just update 1.1.0 > 1.1.2 before, unlock / root just after especially for do not have to redo things for update/root from a old firmware version.
I will feedback when the next update will come
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I appreciate the advice sadly I soft bricked my phone so now going through how to fix that. I do plan to stay on 1.1.0 though cause a lot of people are complaining about the newest update.
yquitumadbro said:
I appreciate the advice sadly I soft bricked my phone so now going through how to fix that. I do plan to stay on 1.1.0 though cause a lot of people are complaining about the newest update.
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I have a tutorial for "unlocking your phone(1)", it's ready to be posted, I'm just waiting for the mods to insert 2 reserved posts after the OP.
Sib64 said:
I have a tutorial for "unlocking your phone(1)", it's ready to be posted, I'm just waiting for the mods to insert 2 reserved posts after the OP.
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I got it unlocked but when I was going to unroot it then relock it to see if that helped me be able to push the update it got soft bricked so now I'm trying to figure out how to fix that.
yquitumadbro said:
I got it unlocked but when I was going to unroot it then relock it to see if that helped me be able to push the update it got soft bricked so now I'm trying to figure out how to fix that.
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Sorry, I meant to write "unbrick"
Sib64 said:
Sorry, I meant to write "unbrick"
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is it possible you can send it to me? As of now I am stuck and have no way to use the phone.