After receiving my Fire HD 10 (2015) this weekend, (it was on 5.1.3) I successfully downgraded to 5.1.2 & rooted it, replaced Kingroot with SU, installed gapps and everything was fine. I was planing to try to change the launcher today after work, and when I got home .... I noticed my tablet just got updated to 5.3.1.0 :crying: :crying: :crying: The OTA updates got me...
Playstore works fine, except for the root which I imagine it won't be available anytime soon.
Can it still be downgraded to 5.1.2? Or at least can I still change the launcher?
Thanks in advance :fingers-crossed:
I guess it is no luck for 5.3.1.0 for now.
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My kindle fire hd 8 6th gen just got a force update to 5.3.2.1 does any one know if it can be downgraded?
Reuben
I believe it CAN be downgraded to 5.3.1, but no one has posted the binary. Either way, 5.3.1 cannot be rooted either so I don't see a point in downgrading unless you want to get rid of Alexa.
Just looked at my Fire HD 6 and noticed it was updated to 5.3.3.0 a few days ago, bringing with it Alexa support and Low Power Mode.
I'm quite surprised, as I thought the 5.3.1.1 update was going to be the last update for this device, since it was last updated in September 2016.
My Fire HD 7 (4th), has not yet received this though, it's likely rolling out in waves to different serials/devices.
Also, it's also not on the Amazon website yet, so you can't download it and force/sideload it yet either.
Gilly10 said:
Just looked at my Fire HD 6 and noticed it was updated to 5.3.3.0 a few days ago, bringing with it Alexa support and Low Power Mode.
I'm quite surprised, as I thought the 5.3.1.1 update was going to be the last update for this device, since it was last updated in September 2016.
My Fire HD 7 (4th), has not yet received this though, it's likely rolling out in waves to different serials/devices.
Also, it's also not on the Amazon website yet, so you can't download it and force/sideload it yet either.
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Have you tested root?
And it's now on Amazon's website :
https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=201596850
Upgrade via TWRP :
https://forum.xda-developers.com/fire-hd/general/how-to-upgrade-to-lollipop-root-gapps-t3163950
How to get the update with no stock recovery? I had twrp but deleted and stock recovery. Im on 5.3.1.1 stock but no recovery to sideload. Need help? Can i CD this update without sideload?
Anyone has tested 5.3.3 rootable?
If yes, still in traditional way that kingroot->twpr->install5.3.3&gapp&supersu->wipe&prebiotic?
Many thanks!
So if I'm on rooted 4.5.5 with twrp, can I just install this new version, install twrp, and supersu in the same twrp session or do I need to do something special?
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Is the new OS the reason I can't update Facebook/Messenger through the Play Store? (Or Amazon for that matter). App manager shows both as sideloaded, even though they were not.
On a related note: is it easier to roll back to 4.x (I don't care about Alexa, and the tablet has been running s l o w since the update anyway) or just find the Facebook apk and sideload it for real?
Gilly10 said:
Just looked at my Fire HD 6 and noticed it was updated to 5.3.3.0 a few days ago, bringing with it Alexa support and Low Power Mode.
I'm quite surprised, as I thought the 5.3.1.1 update was going to be the last update for this device, since it was last updated in September 2016.
My Fire HD 7 (4th), has not yet received this though, it's likely rolling out in waves to different serials/devices.
Also, it's also not on the Amazon website yet, so you can't download it and force/sideload it yet either.
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Does Alexa Work in the UK? The changelog for 5.3.3.0 on the .CO.UK website does not mention the Alexa Feature.... But on the .COM website it does! How can the same version be missing functionality?
UPDATE: The Alexa update will be 5.3.4.0 in the UK! Next few weeks according to the Amazon Chat people
Unfortunately, I updated the tablet at the beginning. After that I recognised that the latest rom is not rootable. So how can I gain root? By reverting to original firmware.....?By factory data reset......?Or it is no way to work around? Thanks for reviewing my question
Solved: I use the offline method to root...
On HD 10, 2017 edition only, you can root all the way up to 5.6.2.0 (the latest known version). If you think it's an update preventing it, go here and download ONLY the firmware for your current version of FireOS from here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=74987123&postcount=2 If you are on 5.6.1.0 or later you cannot downgrade so make sure you have the exact correct firmware or you will brick permanently.
DragonFire1024 said:
On HD 10, 2017 edition only, you can root all the way up to 5.6.2.0 (the latest known version). If you think it's an update preventing it, go here and download ONLY the firmware for your current version of FireOS from here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=74987123&postcount=2 If you are on 5.6.1.0 or later you cannot downgrade so make sure you have the exact correct firmware or you will brick permanently.
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Thanks so much! ! I eventually root it using the offline method.
Successfully upgraded from 5.6.2.0 to 5.6.3.0 via the misnumbered 5.3.6.4 OTA update. Device had been previously rooted and the first OTA update failed, but I lost root in the process. OTA downloaded a second time and successfully updated to 5.6.3.0.
Root was quickly and painlessly restored following the procedure in this post by retyre:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/hd8-hd10/general/hd-10-2017-offline-rooting-t3734860
Has anyone else confirmed root is successful on the FireHD10? One other user had problems in this forum and could not get root working.
otisw said:
Has anyone else confirmed root is successful on the FireHD10? One other user had problems in this forum and could not get root working.
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Confirmed. See my post (#140) on here....https://forum.xda-developers.com/hd...ne-rooting-t3734860/post78250635#post78250635
Hi, I've updated my HD 10 with the official 5.6.3.0 version from Amazon and it shows 5.3.6.4 according to the Amazon support this is correct so, the old version was 5.2.
I don't know why but the version before was showing 5.6.2.0 I'm not sure if the support people knows anything about the correct version
Success!!
Hi I accidentally update one of my new Fire HD 10 to 5.3.6.4 which has been rooted while it was on 5.6.1.0. with the offline method by retyre.
It was only 1 attempt and it succeded.
Cool, root methods are still working for the latest update 5.6.3.0 (which I saw there was an update only today, as I have disabled OTA). Any noticeable changes in the latest 5.6.3.0 when compared to 5.6.2.0 in terms of features and speed/performance? (I could not find any release notes on AMZN website).
Cheers!
My firehd10 was rooted with the Kingsport method at 5.6.2.0 and I would like to upgrade to the latest 5.6.3.4. Since the method disables the OTA, how do I upgrade? I've read that the same rooting method works for 5.6.3.4, but don't know how to proceed from wherein am now on 5.6.2.0.
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Hi, I've updated my HD 10 with the official 5.6.3.0 version from Amazon and it shows 5.3.6.4 according to the Amazon support this is correct so, the old version was 5.2.
I don't know why but the version before was showing 5.6.2.0 I'm not sure if the support people knows anything about the correct version
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It's just a typo...real version is 5.6.3.4 :good:
I have a firestick 2nd Gen software version 5x but it won't update
It checks for updates but won't update. Even spoken to Amazon and theyve said it requires a number of updates but they didn't know what to suggest.
I've factory reset the device a number of times and hasn't helped.
Is there any way to manually update it.
I want it to run v6x or7 if possible so that I can run the latest wolf launcher and launcher manager.
TIA
bartjunited said:
I have a firestick 2nd Gen software version 5x but it won't update
It checks for updates but won't update. Even spoken to Amazon and theyve said it requires a number of updates but they didn't know what to suggest.
I've factory reset the device a number of times and hasn't helped.
Is there any way to manually update it.
I want it to run v6x or7 if possible so that I can run the latest wolf launcher and launcher manager.
TIA
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You wont get a 2nd generation to update to fireos 6 or 7 via OTA (over the air updates) .
You can however update the firmware if you unlock the bootloader install twrp and flash the latest prerooted firmware of your choice .
Unless amazon are willing to send you a replacement it is the only way to successfully bring your OS upto date im afraid .
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You can however update the firmware if you unlock the bootloader install twrp and flash the latest prerooted firmware of your choice .
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Has anyone done this and can speak to performance?
I have a 1st gen fire tv (not stick) and wondering if it's useful to update and then possibly debloat. Or if this would ultimately be a lot of work for having bad performance in the end.
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Sorry for hijacking this thread, came to the forums looking for something else. Saw the thread, had the thought and just asked. I've tried to read up on rooting and it seems my old firetv (fully upgraded to 5.2.7.4) isn't rootable without soldering so it seems I won't be updating anyway.
ngnglro said:
Has anyone done this and can speak to performance?
I have a 1st gen fire tv (not stick) and wondering if it's useful to update and then possibly debloat. Or if this would ultimately be a lot of work for having bad performance in the end.
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Sorry for hijacking this thread, came to the forums looking for something else. Saw the thread, had the thought and just asked. I've tried to read up on rooting and it seems my old firetv (fully upgraded to 5.2.7.4) isn't rootable without soldering so it seems I won't be updating anyway.
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Yes i have done this with several sticks and the update works perfectly, i had a stick stuck on version 5.2.6.8 and successfully flashed 5.2.7.2 r1 then 5.2.7.3 . I cannot say the same for montoya 1st geneartion as it would need to be on one of the very lowest firmwares for this to work .
Bertonumber1 said:
You wont get a 2nd generation to update to fireos 6 or 7 via OTA (over the air updates) .
You can however update the firmware if you unlock the bootloader install twrp and flash the latest prerooted firmware of your choice .
Unless amazon are willing to send you a replacement it is the only way to successfully bring your OS upto date im afraid .
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Thanks for that I didnt know that was the case.
They won't send me a replacement I've spoken to them already about it as its out of warranty.
Would you recommend rooting it etc?
Is it worth the headache?
I've rooted phones before but never a firestick
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Yes i have done this with several sticks and the update works perfectly, i had a stick stuck on version 5.2.6.8 and successfully flashed 5.2.7.2 r1 then 5.2.7.3 . I cannot say the same for montoya 1st geneartion as it would need to be on one of the very lowest firmwares for this to work .
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Can you share a tutorial please
@bartjunited
Follow this unlock process here :
[UNLOCK][ROOT][TWRP][UNBRICK] Fire TV Stick 2nd gen (tank)
Read this whole guide before starting. This is for the 2nd gen Fire TV Stick (tank) Current relase: amonet-tank-v1.2.2.zip NOTE: Recent reports indicate a change that disables brom DL-mode The change seems to have been introduced with devices...
forum.xda-developers.com
For firestick 2nd generation
Then download and install via twrp a prerooted rom from here :
Fire TV Stick 2 (tank) Prerooted Stock Images [5.2.7.3_r1]
As usual, this WILL void your warranty and I am NOT responsible for anything you do with this. Installing it properly won't brick your Fire TV, but doing stupid things with it might. First, you must be unlocked. You can follow the instructions...
forum.xda-developers.com
The guides on each of these posts will demonstrate in an infomative way how to upgrade youre firnware on 2nd gen "tank"(5.2.7.3 is current version of prerooted ).
If you need any help just ask and someone will be happy to help
bartjunited said:
I have a firestick 2nd Gen software version 5x but it won't update
It checks for updates but won't update. Even spoken to Amazon and theyve said it requires a number of updates but they didn't know what to suggest.
I've factory reset the device a number of times and hasn't helped.
Is there any way to manually update it.
I want it to run v6x or7 if possible so that I can run the latest wolf launcher and launcher manager.
TIA
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The Amazon website lists this as the current version for Fire Stick 2nd gen:
Fire TV Stick with Alexa Voice Remote: Fire OS 5.2.7.7 (662663620)
Fire TV Device and Accessory Software Updates - Amazon Customer Service
Fire TV devices and paired accessories automatically download software updates when connected to the Internet.
www.amazon.com
Bertonumber1 said:
You wont get a 2nd generation to update to fireos 6 or 7 via OTA (over the air updates) .
You can however update the firmware if you unlock the bootloader install twrp and flash the latest prerooted firmware of your choice .
Unless amazon are willing to send you a replacement it is the only way to successfully bring your OS upto date im afraid .
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Hi.
I'm kindy having the same problem.Got a Fire TV pendent brand new that I never opened and it want update.How do I install the source code update manually?