Having received this Amazon Fire HDX (EDIT: HD 10) (5th Gen) as a gift, I was excited. But now seeing what Amazon did to android, it's horrid. I am eagerly waiting for news of rooting this to turn it into a pure android device.
If you were to visit my office, this HDX is currently being used as a doorstop, HA!
Arkitct said:
Having received this Amazon Fire HDX (5th Gen) as a gift, I was excited. But now seeing what Amazon did to android, it's horrid. I am eagerly waiting for news of rooting this to turn it into a pure android device.
If you were to visit my office, this HDX is currently being used as a doorstop, HA!
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there is no HDX 5th Gen
Fire Index: Which Amazon (Kindle) Fire Do I have?
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HDX
I would have guessed he meant HD10, as X=10, but everybody on the internet including Amazon refers to these as Fire HDX devices.
jgilson01 said:
I would have guessed he meant HD10, as X=10, but everybody on the internet including Amazon refers to these as Fire HDX devices.
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Yes, indeed. The box says it is an HDX; however, the Device Options clearly indicate "Fire HD 10 (5th Generation)." - my bad.
Arkitct said:
Yes, indeed. The box says it is an HDX; however, the Device Options clearly indicate "Fire HD 10 (5th Generation)." - my bad.
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try this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3272362
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try this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3272362
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That doesn't seem to work on the hd8 at least, as hobbit19 posted in the dev thread. I get the same "FAILED (remote: unknown command)" error when attempting to run the fastboot oem command to unlock the kernel.
RootJunky Amazon-Fire-5th-Gen-SuperTool not working for me
I attempted the script by RootJunky, linked in the thread mentioned by sd_shadow, but it does not work for me. My HD 10 is even only 5.0.1 (per /system/build.prop).
http://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire/development/amazon-fire-5th-gen-supertool-root-t3272695
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While the Kindle app runs, it is somewhat sluggish when page turning... definitely could use some work. This is the response I received from Amazon regarding it:
Hello,
I understand your concern regarding the update of Honeycomb version of Android.
At this point of time, we do not have specific information as to when this update will be made available. I have let the kindle team know about this, so that they will carefully review your suggestions and will regularly work on improvements to your Kindle experience.
Thanks for writing your valuable suggestions. We'll honor your commitment by continuing to provide the quality product availability and support you expect for your Kindle.
Thanks for using Kindle.
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My original support request to them:
Comments:On the Motorola Xoom tablet, the application is very sluggish. I was just wondering when/if you guys would be releasing an update of the app to support the Honeycomb version of Android better.
Thanks!
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I too am very interested in this update. Another point that could be greatly improved is when in landscape mode having the Kindle app show 2 pages instead of resizing one page to where its so wide its hard to read.
I am also very interested in an update to the Kindle app for honeycomb. A 2 page view for landscape viewing would be much better, it just looks goofy the way it is now. I'm thinking about using google books until Amazon updates the app, but I would rather have all of my content in one place.
Agreed. An update is very necessary. Two page landscape and performance are paramount.
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Amazon is supposed to be launching their own Android app store this month:
http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/01/amazon-appstore-for-android-launching-this-month/
With all the attention they're going to get on Android with this app store launch, I can't believe that they wouldn't also be working on making the Kindle Android app shine on Honeycomb now that both the SDK and the first HW using it are out. I would assume it's just a question of time.
Amazon has been really goo about updating their apps, so I don't imagine it will take very long for them to get something out. With so many tablets coming out they won't want to miss out on that user base.
Yes I'm looking forward to a new tablet centric version of Kindle. I used the Amazon app almost exclusively on iPad it really shined there, it has to shine on Android tablets too. I agree that Amazon investing an Android App Market has to mean they intend to make Kindle work well with Android.
Right now I'm using Nook for Android until Kindle gets up to speed. I agree with the other comments the biggest issue right now is the lack of two page view in landscape. Reading books in landscape without it is awkward and reading it with the wide screen table in portroit mode is painful
Same here, looking forward to the kindle tablet app.
I have never used the kindle app on android before, but I have a quick question.
Does anybody know if you can hook up a kindle account to android if it's already linked to an actual kindle device? If you can, can you also read on both devices at the same time?
schnoz said:
I have never used the kindle app on android before, but I have a quick question.
Does anybody know if you can hook up a kindle account to android if it's already linked to an actual kindle device? If you can, can you also read on both devices at the same time?
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I believe you can. Kindle allows you to sync on any Kindle app. For instance, I have a book synced to my Kindle for PC, Kindle for Android and Kindle for Ipad.
Best part is it syncs your place within the book across all the platforms as well.
schnoz said:
I have never used the kindle app on android before, but I have a quick question.
Does anybody know if you can hook up a kindle account to android if it's already linked to an actual kindle device? If you can, can you also read on both devices at the same time?
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Yes and yes, it will sync the page you are on too
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I have a kindle (3rd generation) that is linked to my Amazon kindle account.
When I ran the Android Kindle app, I logged in, and all of my previously purchased books were in the "Archived" section. I was able to open the book I was currently reading on the Kindle on the Xoom and read it without issue.
BTW, I haven't noticed any "sluggish" behavior from the Kindle app - but maybe I am just lucky.
Terry
tbayne said:
BTW, I haven't noticed any "sluggish" behavior from the Kindle app - but maybe I am just lucky.
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Specifically the sluggish behavior is in the page turn. When you move the page it is really bad looking, which doesn't affect reading, it is more of a superficial issue. Just something they should polish when they fix landscape viewing (2 pages).
do not be surprised when Amazon announces that you will only be able to get further Android Kindle App updates via their App store.
neologis said:
do not be surprised when Amazon announces that you will only be able to get further Android Kindle App updates via their App store.
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As long as the app is free, I'll install their market for it. Then never use their market again. /shrug
looking forward to the updated kindle for honeycomb app.
when/if the amazon market comes, i'll welcome it. competition is a good thing...
i have a kindle and have a dozen or so books on my amazon account, so i definitely want to get the more tablet-friendly app asap.
hell, amazon is litteraly losing book sales from me right now as the last 2 books i bought through bn as their app is better on our xooms (though still needs to be updated as well).
The long waited Fire TV software update v5.0.5 begins rolling out to all the 1st-Gen. Devices:
http://www.aftvnews.com/fire-tv-software-update-5-0-5-begins-rolling-out-to-1st-gen-devices/
My 1st gen Fire TV and Fire TV Stick are both on the developer preview 5.0.3, will I still get the 5.0.5 release version automatically?
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My 1st gen Fire TV and Fire TV Stick are both on the developer preview 5.0.3, will I still get the 5.0.5 release version automatically?
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Elias Saba, the www.aftvnews.com owner, has mentioned that is not so clear if users that have installed the developer preview version (5.0.3), on both 1st gen Fire TV and Fire TV Stick, will get the new 5.0.5 automatically, because as always Amazon has not mentioned nothing about it.
But, he thinks that all 1st Gen devices should get it, including the ones with the developer preview!
ulises.rodriguez said:
Elias Saba, the www.aftv.com owner, has mentioned that is not so clear if users that have installed the developer preview version (5.0.3), on both 1st gen Fire TV and Fire TV Stick, will get the new 5.0.5 automatically, because as always Amazon has not mentioned nothing about it.
But, he thinks that all 1st Gen devices should get it, including the ones with the developer preview!
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I wish I owned www.aftv.com
AFTVnews.com said:
I wish I owned www.aftv.com
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Escuseme Elias, what I meant was that you run our "Excellent", News and Information site for the Amazon FireTV!!
BTW, I would like to said www.aftvnews.com, is the one and only information site for the FireTV devices!!
I think he means that his site is www.aftvnews.com. It is an awesome source for AFTV news...thanks Elias.
ulises.rodriguez said:
Escuseme Elias, what I meant was that you run our "Excellent", News and Information site for the Amazon FireTV!!
BTW, I would like to said that www.aftv.com, is the one and only information site for the FireTV devices!!
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As @[email protected] said, I was just pointing out that you mentioned the wrong URL in your reply. It's all good though.
AFTVnews.com said:
As @[email protected] said, I was just pointing out that you mentioned the wrong URL in your reply. It's all good though.
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Elias and [email protected], Thanks for the clarification!
I have already corrected this little mistake, that I made unintentionally...
I already put the correct address of the site: www.aftvnews.com
I thought all those who have the FireTV Sticks (1st Gen.) would like to know, that Elias has updated the information about this new 5.0.5 release for FireTV devices.
Elias is now saying that received the confirmation that also all older FireTV Sticks will receive this new 5.0.5 update:
"Update 2/3/2016 8:00am
I’ve received confirmation that older Fire TV Sticks are indeed also receiving this software update. Additionally, the update addsbetter support for Amazon’s add-on subscription service, as well as a new consolidated “Your Videos” section"
http://www.aftvnews.com/fire-tv-software-update-5-0-5-begins-rolling-out-to-1st-gen-devices/
Does "WATCH ABC" still work?
Do we have any screenshots of the homescreen yet? I'm wondering if they completely got rid of the recents section. Really got used to having kodi show up in the top row. I guess worse case we could use xposed and rbox's tv mods to omit some items and make the apps section a little higher.
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Do we have any screenshots of the homescreen yet? I'm wondering if they completely got rid of the recents section. Really got used to having kodi show up in the top row. I guess worse case we could use xposed and rbox's tv mods to omit some items and make the apps section a little higher.
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Maybe these screenshots, posted on www.aftvnews.com yesterday can help you to see some new features and enhancements of the 5.0.5 update:
http://www.aftvnews.com/amazon-fire...d-on-subscription-support-with-latest-update/
http://www.aftvnews.com/new-your-vi...s-library-watchlist-and-more-into-one-screen/
http://www.aftvnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/fire-os-5-0-5-sfotware-update-screenshot.jpg
Support promised that the XBOX360 wireless USB receiver will work with 5.0.5 when using LAN (which doesn't work right now). I hope for the best...
Will it be also possible to root the fireTV very easy like the 4k fireTV?
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No, due to different hardware the 4k root can not be used for the aTV1.
For those who got the upgrade and uses toslink for Dolby Digital in Netflix and Kodi, does it still work? Wanna make sure this does work before I upgrade. Thanks!
Any chance that I could update without losing root?
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Any chance that I could update without losing root?
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Once they release the source for 5.0.5 and I get the update url for it, I will be releasing TWRP and a prerooted rom for it.
rbox said:
Once they release the source for 5.0.5 and I get the update url for it, I will be releasing TWRP and a prerooted rom for it.
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Thanks for all you do Rbox. I'm anxious to update mine. It's been having some issues that a clean install hasn't fixed and I'm hoping upgrading to 5.0.5 will clear them up.
My FTV is on dev 5.03 but doesn't see my microsoft bluetooth mouse, which requires android 4.4 or 5.0. Should I hope it'll work when the 5.05 update hits?
I have a Fire HD 8 from 2017, and an extra bluetooth speaker floating around. Seems like a good combo for a Alexa or Google Assistant IF I can get it to work hands-free, instead of buying a Google Home or Amazon Echo. Is there currently any way to do this HANDS FREE. I don't mind rooting if necessary (if even possible)
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I have a Fire HD 8 from 2017, and an extra bluetooth speaker floating around. Seems like a good combo for a Alexa or Google Assistant IF I can get it to work hands-free, instead of buying a Google Home or Amazon Echo. Is there currently any way to do this HANDS FREE. I don't mind rooting if necessary (if even possible)
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So, for clarification, what do you want in particular? I mean kindles come with alexa so...
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TechNash said:
So, for clarification, what do you want in particular? I mean kindles come with alexa so...
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I mostly want to control music without having to have the tablet next to me. I realize Alexa comes installed by default, but I am looking for HANDS-FREE.
It would be so handy if the alexa „Hands-free“ feature could be extracted from Fire 10 and than be integrated to Fire 7 or 8.
mark
maglat said:
It would be so handy if the alexa „Hands-free“ feature could be extracted from Fire 10 and than be integrated to Fire 7 or 8.
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so not possible as if yet?
mhardt said:
so not possible as if yet?
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Google now works for me hands free with Ok Google, using the Google Now instructions on the bottom of the post.
Edit: forgot the link! oops https://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire/general/launcher-root-launcher-hijack-v2-t3561026
Been out of this for a bit, but considering a 3 pack of Fire 10 HDs that's on sale right now. From what I can make out, they are not rooted yet.
Is this correct?
Thanks!
Thanks for all the help!
dsb9938 said:
Been out of this for a bit, but considering a 3 pack of Fire 10 HDs that's on sale right now. From what I can make out, they are not rooted yet.
Is this correct?
Thanks!
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Two ways to root Fire HD10 (2017 model) :
https://forum.xda-developers.com/hd8-hd10/general/hd-10-2017-offline-rooting-t3734860
https://forum.xda-developers.com/hd...xperimental-software-root-hd-8-hd-10-t3904595
I successfully installed Google Play store on my Kindle 7 9th edition tablet and Signed in. But after a certain time the device will sign me off my account and won't let me sign back in . Why does this keep happening?
Deathcakes789 said:
I successfully installed Google Play store on my Kindle 7 9th edition tablet and Signed in. But after a certain time the device will sign me off my account and won't let me sign back in . Why does this keep happening?
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Wrong forum; this is for 3rd/4th gen HDX devices.
Repost here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire/help
DB126 said:
Wrong forum; this is for 3rd/4th gen HDX devices.
Repost here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire/help
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Sorry about that