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Here's how to disable the most troublesome system apps and services.
I use the pm disable command throughout, but unless otherwise noted OS 4 can use "pm block"
To re-enable an app, run the same command replacing "disable" with "enable" (or block with unblock)
See end of post about how to run the commands.
OTA updatesRooted
OS4
pm block com.amazon.otaverifier
Rename /system/priv-app/DeviceSoftwareOTA.apk to DeviceSoftware OTA.apk_
0S5
pm disable com.amazon.otaverifier
Rename /system/priv-app/DeviceSoftwareOTA/DeviceSoftwareOTA.apk to DeviceSoftware OTA.apk_
Unrooted
Run these with: adb shell pm . . .
OS4
pm block com.amazon.otaverifier
pm block com.amazon.dcp
OS5 (below 5.1.1)
pm hide com.amazon.otaverifier
pm hide com.amazon.device.software.ota
OS5 (5.1.1 and above) - OTA can't be prevented on unrooted devices at this timeAmazon launcher
> "pm disable" (or block) the stock launcher to make your custom launcher the default (credit: Powerpoint45).
> "am start" the stock launcher (after re-enabling) to run the Amazon UI.
. . See bibikalka's post about using enable and start in a script to switch launchers with one tap.OS 4 - pm block com.amazon.kindle.otter
am start -n com.amazon.kindle.otter/com.amazon.kindle.otter.Launcher
OS 5 thru July 2015 - pm disable com.android.launcher
am start -n com.android.launcher/com.android.launcher2.Launcher
OS 5 Sept. 2015 and later - pm disable com.amazon.firelauncher
am start -n com.amazon.firelauncher/.LauncherAmazon appstore
> Stop the prompt to open appstore when you press an in-app link to Play Store.
. . Handy in scripts with the launcher commands. Reminder: When disabled, the system sees the Appstore as uninstalled.
. . > Some apps (es file explorer) will prompt to delete data. Say no!
. . > If you try to open Appstore while disabled, the system throws a freak-out error. Just re-enable it.pm disable com.amazon.veneziaLockscreen ads
> Replace lockscreen ads with Amazon's stock wallpapers. OS 5
pm disable com.amazon.kindle.kso
OS 4
> Note: The OS 5 command may cause bootloop on tablets using Freetime.
. . JMZ's Fire tool makes perm changes and you get a message with each reboot. This command avoids both issues.
Code:
pm disable com.amazon.kindle.kso/com.amazon.kindle.kso.lockscreen.LockscreenUpdateService
Wifi off (or on)
> "Disable" (or "enable") is required in all versions.
> OS 4 note: Some apps may not run or could go wonky with wifi off; just re-enable if things get weird.svc wifi disable------------------------------------------------------------------
How to Run the Commands
The OTA verifier, stock launcher and appstore can be disabled/frozen with whatever app you use for that.
If you disable/enable regularly (to use the Appstore, for example), it's easier to do with scripts and launcher shortcuts.
From Fire HD:
Shortcut on launcher (fast and easy for any command) - See bibikalka's post for switching launchers and my post below it.
Terminal emulator app:
su
command
From computer:
GatesJunior's Debloater tool (fast and easy for OTA, launcher, appstore)
Manually with adb: Not all commands require root but most do, so . . .
adb shell
su
command
I was only able to pm enable/disable after going > adb shell > su, but it works. When I had it disabled I couldn't register the device with Amazon until I disabled it again. I'm working with Kindle Fire HD 6 Kids Edition Fire OS 5.2.2, HDXposed enabled, working GAPPS and rooted with Go Launcher EX launcher
---------- Post added at 06:10 PM ---------- Previous post was at 05:54 PM ----------
I did the pm disable com.amazon.venezia and went into Applications > ALL and the App Store (Amazon) didn't show up at all. I enabled it and it's there again. Just wanted to share since I want to use the Amazon App Store and know now that I have this option. I also disabled com.amazon.otaverifier and can use the App Store no problem. Thank you!
I'm running fire HD6 devpreview 5.2.0 +root
Disabled ota verifier
Renamed DevicesoftwareOTA.ask
Automatic update is disabled in Amazon app store.
Still they managed to send and install Washington post app in my device. it was not there earlier.
I'm doubt about how to prevent Amazon altering my device.
Sent from my KFARWI using Tapatalk
llranga said:
I'm running fire HD6 devpreview 5.2.0 +root
Disabled ota verifier
Renamed DevicesoftwareOTA.ask
Automatic update is disabled in Amazon app store.
Still they managed to send and install Washington post app in my device. it was not there earlier.
I'm doubt about how to prevent Amazon altering my device.
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Changes you made for ota verifier and DevicesoftwareOTA prevent Amazon from forcing an updated OS onto device, which would "break" root. Assuming you're still rooted, this didn't happen and you're seeing the Wash post that got installed when you installed/upgraded Lollipop. You can uninstall it and it will stay gone. If you did get updated, you didn't block OTA before turning on wifi and Amazon installed 5.2.2--build date July 2015 in Device settings--and you're no longer rooted. Better check!
build date is june 13, 2015.
still i have root access.
however i did uninstall it again. let me check if it may get installed again or not.
thanks a lot
Updated for 5.2.2u2, which I'm calling OS 5.0.1, September 2015 release.
Is there anyway to disable the lockscreen itself? I want to use the lockscreen from smart launcher 3 but I need to first disable the system lockscreen first for it to work properly.
rlattin24 said:
Is there anyway to disable the lockscreen itself? I want to use the lockscreen from smart launcher 3 but I need to first disable the system lockscreen first for it to work properly.
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Nope.
DoLooper said:
Nope.
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Well that's a bummer . Oh well I'll just to get over dealing with Amazon's random selection of wallpspers lol thanks for the reply
Updated! :good:
HELP ME!!!!!!
Im on KindleFire HD 6, i just updated to OS 5.1.1 newest Fire OS. Whenever i try to do the command pm block com.amazon.fire launcher it says Error: java.lang.SecurityExemption. Someone please tell me how to fix it. I wil include a screenshot to show you what is happeing.
cbcava said:
Im on KindleFire HD 6, i just updated to OS 5.1.1 newest Fire OS. Whenever i try to do the command pm block com.amazon.fire launcher it says Error: java.lang.SecurityExemption. Someone please tell me how to fix it. I wil include a screenshot to show you what is happeing.
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Please relax!!!
Look at the bottom of the post for instructions on running the commands. You need to be in su. You're rooted, right?
adb shell
su
pm disable com.amazon.firelauncher
If not rooted, try: adb shell pm hide com.amazon.firelauncher
Not working!
I did what you said to do, dolooper, but the launcher isnt disabled. Am I still doing something wrong, I really want to disable the terrible fire launcher.
cbcava said:
I did what you said to do, dolooper, but the launcher isnt disabled. Am I still doing something wrong, I really want to disable the terrible fire launcher.
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Press the Home key, choose Nova and tap Always. Reboot.
But it doesn't show the option to choose it as default!!
cbcava said:
But it doesn't show the option to choose it as default!!
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Tap Nova in firelauncher app drawer to go to Nova. Now tap home key. If it takes you back to firelauncher, idk the problem because idk what you did. How about you post whether you're rooted or not, the exact commands you entered, and what the output was.
Dolooper, I don't have root
The command that I entered was pm hide com.amazon.firelauncher.
adb shell pm hide com.amazon.firelauncher
I feel stupid asking this so please forgive my ignorance but I searched around and could find the answer.
Can someone please tell me the command to check the status of a service?
For example, I'd like to be able to check and see if a command I ran like one of the ones above, worked or not. Or to check on a different service. I'd like to be able to run a command that shows a list of services and their status or a single service and check its status.
Would it be something like pm status [process name]?
Update: It's been reported that the method works on FireOS up to and including 5.2.6.0, but does not work on 5.2.6.1
To catch a break, and avoid force fed OTA updates, run these commands from your ADB:
Code:
adb.exe uninstall -k --user 0 com.amazon.device.software.ota
adb.exe uninstall -k --user 0 com.amazon.device.software.ota.override
This will disable the OTA apps till the next factory reset. In case there is ever root, your system will be old enough to be rootable.
Once you do this, and go check for system updates, it'll generate a message "System update failed".
More details can be found in this thread.
this was patched on the tablets and if not already will likely be patched on the sticks soon as well.
krsmit0 said:
this was patched on the tablets and if not already will likely be patched on the sticks soon as well.
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Sure, nothing lasts forever ... But even more reason to do this NOW !!!
At the moment, I have this version : Fire OS 5.2.4.1, ro.build.date=Fri Jun 9 23:01:51 UTC 2017, so not patched yet.
@bibikalka is there a way to reinstall an uninstalled APK for user 0 ?
rainman74 said:
@bibikalka is there a way to reinstall an uninstalled APK for user 0 ?
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I don't know an easy one
But you can always do a factory reset! These operations don't actually delete anything, just flag it as unusable.
This should allow debloating the Fire TV sticks. Does anyone have a list with apps that you can safely remove? Maybe even replacing the stock launcher is possible. Although on the Fire HD 10 5th generation removing the stock launcher breaks the home button detection.
MWin123 said:
This should allow debloating the Fire TV sticks. Does anyone have a list with apps that you can safely remove? Maybe even replacing the stock launcher is possible. Although on the Fire HD 10 5th generation removing the stock launcher breaks the home button detection.
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Yes, you can completely replace Fire Stick Launcher without root! But first ensure, that all settings are made, because you can not access certain settings anymore (again only after a factory reset).
And you must install another launcher first, e.g. AppStarter (https://github.com/sphinx02/AppStarter/releases)
1. Uninstall:
adb uninstall -k --user 0 com.amazon.device.software.ota
adb uninstall -k --user 0 com.amazon.device.software.ota.override
adb uninstall -k --user 0 com.amazon.tv.nimh
adb uninstall -k --user 0 com.amazon.tv.launcher
2. Access settings then via ADB without com.amazon.tv.launcher (Fire Stick "tank" on 5.2.4.1):
Controller:
Code:
adb shell am start -n com.amazon.tv.settings/.tv.controllers_bluetooth_devices.ControllersAndBluetoothActivity
App-Menu:
Code:
adb shell am start -n com.amazon.tv.settings/.tv.applications.ApplicationsActivity
Network:
Code:
adb shell am start -n com.amazon.tv.settings/.tv.network.NetworkActivity
Factory Reset:
Code:
adb shell am start -n com.amazon.tv.settings/.tv.FactoryResetActivity
rainman74 said:
But first ensure, that all settings are made, because you can not access certain settings anymore (again only after a factory reset).
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Thanks! Do you know what settings are affected?
I can recommend Activity Launcher to open settings, it also allows you to open some hidden settings. See NO ROOT: Use 'Activity Launcher' to remove accounts, grant/revoke usage access.
MWin123 said:
Thanks! Do you know what settings are affected?
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yes, because of we can't grant com.amazon.tv.permission.LAUNCHER_SETTINGS to com.amazon.tv.settings (adb -d shell pm grant com.amazon.tv.settings com.amazon.tv.permission.LAUNCHER_SETTINGS), you can't access the following settings anymore:
Account (but you'll in no way ever change your Amazon Account)
Display & Sound (so set each setting there to "automatic" before you uninstall com.amazon.tv.launcher)
Info/About (you'll not need that anyway)
Childlock (no need for that anyway, because you will not have Amazon Launcher)
Debug/ADB (so set ADB/USB to "yes" before you uninstall com.amazon.tv.launcher and you'll be fine)
MWin123 said:
I can recommend Activity Launcher to open settings, it also allows you to open some hidden settings. See NO ROOT: Use 'Activity Launcher' to remove accounts, grant/revoke usage access.
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Thanks, I'll try that...
After installing modified "Android TV Settings" (https://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=4255667&d=1503965469) with regular "adb install" you can access the following settings again if amazon.tv.launcher is disabled or uninstalled (non-root):
Sound (system sounds only)
Code:
com.android.tv.settings.device.sound.SoundActivity
Info/About
Code:
com.android.tv.settings.about.AboutActivity
Debug/ADB
Code:
com.android.tv.settings.system.DeveloperOptionsActivity
CEC/HDMI Control
Code:
com.android.tv.settings.system.InputsActivity
Bluetooth/Pairing
Code:
com.android.tv.settings.accessories.AddAccessoryActivity
Date/Time
Code:
com.android.tv.settings.system.DateTimeActivity
Device Name
Code:
com.android.tv.settings.name.DeviceNameSettingsActivity
Language
Code:
com.android.tv.settings.system.LanguageActivity
Do the ADB commands in post 1 work on the 2nd gen Amazon Fire TV please? (not the stick).
I have just acquired one which is non rooted and loaded with software v5.2.4.2 which I understand that I am unable to root.
Any advice greatly appreciated.
meohmy said:
Do the ADB commands in post 1 work on the 2nd gen Amazon Fire TV please? (not the stick).
I have just acquired one which is non rooted and loaded with software v5.2.4.2 which I understand that I am unable to root.
Any advice greatly appreciated.
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Yes they do, I just tried it on mine and it worked flawlessly. Good luck!
Thanks for the prompt reply, I will have a go as soon as the wife goes out.
apologiez for hijacking your thread, these infors are very appreciated.
i 'accidently' uninstalled "com.amazon.tv.settings", any idea how i can force a factory reset? Installing the modfied "Android TV Settings" didnt help.
TV33 said:
apologiez for hijacking your thread, these infors are very appreciated.
i 'accidently' uninstalled "com.amazon.tv.settings", any idea how i can force a factory reset? Installing the modfied "Android TV Settings" didnt help.
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this is probably not possible anymore then!
But you can try this method: http://www.aftvnews.com/how-to-unbrick-by-entering-recovery-mode-and-factory-reset-the-amazon-fire-tv/
Worked first time so thanks for all the info, now to get a vpn so I can start using it.
Hi, I need help
I have a Fire TV Stick2 (Tank), after trying Post #7 I have no choice to change the WIFI account.
Post #10 doesn't work.
Any Idea? Post #15 seems not possible for "tank"
Any advice greatly appreciated.
remoter3406 said:
Hi, I need help
I have a Fire TV Stick2 (Tank), after trying Post #7 I have no choice to change the WIFI account.
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You will have access to wifi on Fire TV Stick2 ("tank") with this cmd as stated in post #7:
Code:
adb shell am start -n com.amazon.tv.settings/.tv.network.NetworkActivity
Post #10 doesn't work.
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Did yo install the modified "Android TV Settings" first. The command definitely works then!
Any Idea? Post #15 seems not possible for "tank"
Any advice greatly appreciated.
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It's possible with an Micro USB OTA adapter: https://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B00N2LSLKA/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
You will have access to wifi on Fire TV Stick2 ("tank") with this cmd as stated in post #7:
Code:
adb shell am start -n com.amazon.tv.settings/.tv.network.NetworkActivity
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First, sorry for my english. I mean WIFI is working with my WIFI repeater, but I want change it to my main WIFI router. How?
Did yo install the modified "Android TV Settings" first. The command definitely works then!
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Yes, I installed the "apk" and it apears on TV, but no reaction. Is a adb command needed for activating?
It's possible with an Micro USB OTA adapter:
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OK, this is the last try if I coudn't change the WIFI
Many Thanks for your quick response
remoter3406 said:
First, sorry for my english. I mean WIFI is working with my WIFI repeater, but I want change it to my main WIFI router. How?
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I will show you a screenshot of that later this evening...
Yes, I installed the "apk" and it apears on TV, but no reaction. Is a adb command needed for activating?
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You can't click the icon, you must access the settings of it via adb or the app "Activity Lauchner" mentioned in this thread:
Code:
adb shell am start -n com.android.tv.settings.about.AboutActivity
adb shell am start -n com.android.tv.settings.accessories.AddAccessoryActivity
adb shell am start -n com.android.tv.settings.device.sound.SoundActivity
adb shell am start -n com.android.tv.settings.name.DeviceNameSettingsActivity
adb shell am start -n com.android.tv.settings.system.DateTimeActivity
adb shell am start -n com.android.tv.settings.system.DeveloperOptionsActivity
adb shell am start -n com.android.tv.settings.system.InputsActivity
adb shell am start -n com.android.tv.settings.system.LanguageActivity
I just got my fire 10 couple of days ago and i was successfully able to adb uninstall some of the amazon apps.
but the next morning, the os updated 5.6 and after a couple of successful adb uninstall, it suddenly gave me an error: "Failure [DELETE_FAILED_INTERNAL_ERROR]"
it seems like some of the app can be uninstalled but most cant be.
is anyone able to do this on os 5.6?
and are there any other ways to disable some of the apps?
zerotg90 said:
I just got my fire 10 couple of days ago and i was successfully able to adb uninstall some of the amazon apps.
but the next morning, the os updated 5.6 and after a couple of successful adb uninstall, it suddenly gave me an error: "Failure [DELETE_FAILED_INTERNAL_ERROR]"
it seems like some of the app can be uninstalled but most cant be.
is anyone able to do this on os 5.6?
and are there any other ways to disable some of the apps?
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doesn't work on 5.6, forget it for now... tried everything I could and read a lot, always get the same error you got... patience
I did the same, device shipped with 5.4.1.0, I uninstalled a bunch of system apps via adb (apparently not the correct ota app), came home from work and saw that it had updated to 5.6.0.0 and attempted to uninstall more apps (the correct ota one) and received the same error. I had successfully installed the Play Store and Nova Launcher prior but I'm worried about future updates breaking the nice set up I currently have. Here's hoping someone can get us root access. If not, I'm content with the tablet in it's current state. Great for $100.
woundedworld said:
I did the same, device shipped with 5.4.1.0, I uninstalled a bunch of system apps via adb (apparently not the correct ota app), came home from work and saw that it had updated to 5.6.0.0 and attempted to uninstall more apps (the correct ota one) and received the same error. I had successfully installed the Play Store and Nova Launcher prior but I'm worried about future updates breaking the nice set up I currently have. Here's hoping someone can get us root access. If not, I'm content with the tablet in it's current state. Great for $100.
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which OTA did you uninstall if you happen to remember? mine is running the same version and i want to prevent updates.
Uninstall OTA
phanguy said:
which OTA did you uninstall if you happen to remember? mine is running the same version and i want to prevent updates.
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The following two commands worked on Fire HD8 (7th Gen) with OS 5.3.3.0. It should work for Fire HD10 with OS 5.4.0.0 :
pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.amazon.device.software.ota
pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.amazon.kindle.otter.oobe.forced.ota
Dan_firehd said:
The following two commands worked on Fire HD8 (7th Gen) with OS 5.3.3.0. It should work for Fire HD10 with OS 5.4.0.0 :
pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.amazon.device.software.ota
pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.amazon.kindle.otter.oobe.forced.ota
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Thanks. My only problem/concern now is that I'm on the same version as woundedworld which is 5.4.1.0 and I have no idea where I can find a download for 5.4.0.0 to attempt to downgrade. I may give the commands a shot on mine tonight and hope for the best. Thanks!
Dan_firehd said:
The following two commands worked on Fire HD8 (7th Gen) with OS 5.3.3.0. It should work for Fire HD10 with OS 5.4.0.0 :
pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.amazon.device.software.ota
pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.amazon.kindle.otter.oobe.forced.ota
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On FireOS 5.6.0.0 it will give you FAILURE.
But you can instead use two following commands:
pm clear --user 0 com.amazon.device.software.ota
pm clear --user 0 com.amazon.kindle.otter.oobe.forced.ota
Tested it on my FireHD10 (2017) with FireOS 5.6.0.0 and it seemed it worked
Tomatenjoghurt said:
On FireOS 5.6.0.0 it will give you FAILURE.
But you can instead use two following commands:
pm clear --user 0 com.amazon.device.software.ota
pm clear --user 0 com.amazon.kindle.otter.oobe.forced.ota
Tested it on my FireHD10 (2017) with FireOS 5.6.0.0 and it seemed it worked
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"Clear" just clears user data for the packages, but leaves both intact. Meaning, this doesn't uninstall anything.
scolfaro said:
"Clear" just clears user data for the packages, but leaves both intact. Meaning, this doesn't uninstall anything.
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No, but it's helpful if you connect to wifi and it starts downloading an ota package.
crazyates said:
No, but it's helpful if you connect to wifi and it starts downloading an ota package.
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well, seeing that we're on 5.6.0.0, it might be too late for that as well
scolfaro said:
well, seeing that we're on 5.6.0.0, it might be too late for that as well
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Well in case you want to prevent future updates, obviously. Or for anyone who isn't you that wants to prevent updating to 5.6.0.0.
Side note: I'm on 5.4.0.1 on my HD 8 (2017). I can't uninstall OTA & Forced OTA apks, but I have them blocked with No Root Firewall. I also have lock screen Special Offers blocked with No Root Firewall. I have Nova Launcher, Hijacklauncher v3, and Google Play Store. Is there any reason I should stay at 5.4.0.1, or does it not make a difference if I upgrade to 5.6.0.0? I'd still have Google Play, Nova Launcher, hijacklauncher, and blocked special offers, so what am I gaining by staying at 5.4.0.1?
crazyates said:
Well in case you want to prevent future updates, obviously. Or for anyone who isn't you that wants to prevent updating to 5.6.0.0.
Side note: I'm on 5.4.0.1 on my HD 8 (2017). I can't uninstall OTA & Forced OTA apks, but I have them blocked with No Root Firewall. I also have lock screen Special Offers blocked with No Root Firewall. I have Nova Launcher, Hijacklauncher v3, and Google Play Store. Is there any reason I should stay at 5.4.0.1, or does it not make a difference if I upgrade to 5.6.0.0? I'd still have Google Play, Nova Launcher, hijacklauncher, and blocked special offers, so what am I gaining by staying at 5.4.0.1?
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"No Root Firewall" seems to be great and very useful, just installed it (provided it isn't doing anything "funny" with all the data it's funneling)... Do you have any idea about this?
Hey guys,
I am having a problem updating Kindle apps via Playstore. I get the dreaded unable to update error message 505. Also, my device is not listed in the list of devices on Playstore. This occurs on all my Kindle devices which I have the current HD 8 and 10 with software v5.6.00. Any one help me out? Thanks.
scolfaro said:
"No Root Firewall" seems to be great and very useful, just installed it (provided it isn't doing anything "funny" with all the data it's funneling)... Do you have any idea about this?
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I don't think it is. It shows up to the system as a fake vpn, but I don't believe it reroutes that data anywhere. The app hasn't been updated since November of 2014, but it still just works as intended.
tech6 said:
Hey guys,
I am having a problem updating Kindle apps via Playstore. I get the dreaded unable to update error message 505. Also, my device is not listed in the list of devices on Playstore. This occurs on all my Kindle devices which I have the current HD 8 and 10 with software v5.6.00. Any one help me out? Thanks.
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I get the same thing to, but I'm on 5.4.0.1. The play store doesn't have the permissions to overwrite the kindle app that comes on the phone. I'm guessing there's nothing we can do about it at this point?
Ok, that makes sense. Thank you for your input.
Kindle updated again and I see where the Kindle app has updated from version 10... to version 14.... What's interesting about this is although Amazon has updated the Kindle tab, it does not have the same features as the Kindle app offered on the Playstore which is version 8.... Supposedly, we can chose a dark or light theme among other things. However, the Amazon update did not have those features in the updated Kindle app.
crazyates said:
I don't think it is. It shows up to the system as a fake vpn, but I don't believe it reroutes that data anywhere. The app hasn't been updated since November of 2014, but it still just works as intended.
I get the same thing to, but I'm on 5.4.0.1. The play store doesn't have the permissions to overwrite the kindle app that comes on the phone. I'm guessing there's nothing we can do about it at this point?
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crazyates said:
Well in case you want to prevent future updates, obviously. Or for anyone who isn't you that wants to prevent updating to 5.6.0.0.
Side note: I'm on 5.4.0.1 on my HD 8 (2017). I can't uninstall OTA & Forced OTA apks, but I have them blocked with No Root Firewall. I also have lock screen Special Offers blocked with No Root Firewall. I have Nova Launcher, Hijacklauncher v3, and Google Play Store. Is there any reason I should stay at 5.4.0.1, or does it not make a difference if I upgrade to 5.6.0.0? I'd still have Google Play, Nova Launcher, hijacklauncher, and blocked special offers, so what am I gaining by staying at 5.4.0.1?
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I've installed NoRoot Firewall too. Could you please tell me what services must I definitely block so that I could prevent future OTA's from being shoved down my throat?
Also, I got the one with special offers, but to my surprise I still don't see ads on the lockscreen.
Dan_firehd said:
The following two commands worked on Fire HD8 (7th Gen) with OS 5.3.3.0. It should work for Fire HD10 with OS 5.4.0.0 :
pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.amazon.device.software.ota
pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.amazon.kindle.otter.oobe.forced.ota
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Hi, I'm new to this. How/where do I do this?
Dankees said:
Hi, I'm new to this. How/where do I do this?
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You do this from the PC side via ADB interface.
Here is a link for more detailed explanation about
"pm uninstall ..." :
https://forum.xda-developers.com/hd8-hd10/general/tut-root-cleaner-android-experience-hd8-t3797327
Turning off Auto-Update Kindle Fire HD-10
Dan_firehd said:
The following two commands worked on Fire HD8 (7th Gen) with OS 5.3.3.0. It should work for Fire HD10 with OS 5.4.0.0 :
pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.amazon.device.software.ota
pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.amazon.kindle.otter.oobe.forced.ota
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This will work on the FireHD 10 Gen7 w/version 5.6.2.0 too. I use Linux, but it should work the same in Windoze. You must use sudo or su to work as root otherwise it will fail.
USB-connect your Fire to a PC
in terminal:
adb shell
su
pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.amazon.device.software.ota
pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.amazon.kindle.otter.oobe.forced.ota
Dan_firehd said:
The following two commands worked on Fire HD8 (7th Gen) with OS 5.3.3.0. It should work for Fire HD10 with OS 5.4.0.0 :
pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.amazon.device.software.ota
pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.amazon.kindle.otter.oobe.forced.ota
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Success reported on a new Fire HD 10 with 5.6.2.0. How would I check?
Hello,
I just bought my Amazon Fire HD 10 2019 with special offers.
However, my Tablet does not show any ads on the lockscreen, which I really like.
I did not setup my Amazon account, but Google Play.
Does it enable ads if I setup my Amazon account?
Daniel03s said:
Hello,
I just bought my Amazon Fire HD 10 2019 with special offers.
However, my Tablet does not show any ads on the lockscreen, which I really like.
I did not setup my Amazon account, but Google Play.
Does it enable ads if I setup my Amazon account?
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Yes.
Do not register your Fire tablet with Amazon account. If your Fire tablet have registered, it is starting to load a malware, spyware and showing the Amazon ads on lock screen like an adware.
AmznUser444 Dev said:
Yes.
Do not register your Fire tablet with Amazon account. If your Fire tablet have registered, it is starting to load a malware, spyware and showing the Amazon ads on lock screen like an adware.
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Thank you very much!
Hopefully we can root the new Fire tablet someday or even install a custom ROM.
As for removing the Ads or changing the launcher i used
adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.amazon.kindle.otter.oobe.forced.ota
adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.amazon.device.software.ota
adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.amazon.device.software.ota.override
adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.amazon.kindle.kso
for another launcher (I used trebuchet cm 13.... )
INSTALL LAUNCHER FIRST....
adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.amazon.firelauncher
This has always worked for me. Although there are others on here who say they come back. I thought i would share...
Daniel03s said:
Thank you very much!
Hopefully we can root the new Fire tablet someday or even install a custom ROM.
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Want to root your Fire tablet with Magisk. Magisk can be installed in TWRP.
BootROM exploit (unlocking) packages for newest Fire tablet is under development.
AmznUser444 Dev said:
Want to root your Fire tablet with Magisk. Magisk can be installed in TWRP.
BootROM exploit (unlocking) packages for newest Fire tablet is under development.
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There's already root available for the new HD 10 2019. It has always been there! Follow the following steps, this is ONLY for AmznUser444 to try.
1. Locate a tree - prefer one with root sticky out
2. Slam your new Fire HD 10 2019 on it as hard as you possibly can
3. With any luck you will be rooted in now time!
Disclaimer ** Do it at your own risk, I am in no way responsible once you been rooted.**
NewbiHD said:
There's already root available for the new HD 10 2019. It has always been there! Follow the following steps, this is ONLY for AmznUser444 to try.
1. Locate a tree - prefer one with root sticky out
2. Slam your new Fire HD 10 2019 on it as hard as you possibly can
3. With any luck you will be rooted in now time!
Disclaimer ** Do it at your own risk, I am in no way responsible once you been rooted.**
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I don't have this new Fire tablet.
NOTE: DO NOT TRY THIS STEPS.
AmznUser444 Dev said:
I don't have this new Fire tablet.
NOTE: DO NOT TRY THIS STEPS.
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Why not? The steps I provided will not brick your tablet at ALL! YOU will have 100% chance of being rooted compare to all the steps you been providing to others.
again. DO IT AT YOUR OWN RISK.
HD 8 (7th gen) on Fire OS 5.3.7.0
The goal was to remove (hide) the camera app and then install a substitute to see if I could then install the verizon messaging app which currently fails to scan the qr code sent to my phone.
Here's what happens when I try:
Any hints?
emcee99 said:
HD 8 (7th gen) on Fire OS 5.3.7.0
The goal was to remove (hide) the camera app and then install a substitute to see if I could then install the verizon messaging app which currently fails to scan the qr code sent to my phone.
Here's what happens when I try:
Any hints?
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Try it to root using exploit package (follow the steps carefully): https://forum.xda-developers.com/hd8-hd10/orig-development/unlock-fire-hd-8-2017-douglas-t3962846
To remove the Amazon's Camera app by moving /system/priv-app/com.amazon.camera to /storage/emulated/0/ internal storage
You want to install an Android camera app APK as system app or alternative version like Open Camera from Google Play.
Try another commands:
Code:
pm disable-user --user 0 com.amazon.camera