I have been searching threads for the past two days on how to root my new kindle fire 2012, and all seem to have major bugs. Are there any jelly bean roms available that work decently??
also I am new to rooting and apparently the new kindle software is difficult to root, most threads ive been reading in the kindle fire section offer little help with most users talking about rooting older software (10.2.3) witch is information that does not help me.
Please if someone, anyone could send me a step by step guide to rooting this tablet i would be forever greatful, this tablet is way to limited for my daily uses and would like to get some decent applications on this device.
-thank you for all who took the time to read this i'm sorry if i am in the wrong section, or something
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I was wondering If maybe There is a Way to get the settings menu similar to the ones found on all other android devices. I attempted to swap out the kindle settings file with one that I pulled from a pure android AVD but bricked my Kindle. I was wondering if someone with a bit more experience would be willing to answer my question or even help me figure it out when my new kindle shows up monday.
Anyone?
This is the only place I can go for help. I am willing to root and I have a rough idea of what im doing. Im not completely stupid.
You would likely get more responses by posting your question in the kindle forum.
I'm new to Android and this forum.
I've been using a stock Galaxy S2 a few months, now I'm ready to take it to the next level and learn how to root and modify Android properly.
I will be getting a Galaxy S3 upon release, and that's the one I'm going to modify.
I have lots of patience and a strong desire to learn how to do this right.
After doing a search of the forum, I didn't find a thread (perhaps I missed it?) that addresses a comprehensive way to do this.
Seems like many people are only looking for a quick solution. I'd rather spend the time and learn Android thoroughly.
Any and all help is greatly appreciated.
Thanks
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I would recommend doing a you-tube search for your phone and how to root, after that I would also recommend looking at the rom you want on you-tube. Also look in the XDA developers forums on your phone that should also help you. If you are totally stuck do a google search that's how I rooted my phone with no prior knowledge
Hey guys,
New member here and love the forum. I am wanting to root my HTC One X I bought yesterday and am having troubles. It is android 4.0.4 and software 2.20. Am I able to root this phone (heard some places I cannot yet)? If I can, can someone point my in the right direction? If not, is there anything I can do to make the phone rootable? I have rooted a Nook and a K1 in the past but it has been over a year, and I am not up-to-date with everything despite trying to read as much as possible.
I also just received a Asus Transformer TF300T. Are these things worth rooting as well? If so, is there a good place on the forums to start reading up on that? I wanted to put Jelly Bean on it but have read some are having issues with video playback on NetFlix, etc.
Thanks so much for reading and any advice anyone can give is greatly appreciated!
You may be new here, but I'm sure that you are capable of using the search function.
There are forums already for both the HTC One X and the Asus Transformer FT300T - have a look there, read a lot and then ask the questions you need to in those forums.
Before I begin, I'd like to say that I do indeed have 8.3.1 firmware. I know there isn't much if any thing out for that firmware. If not, then please answer my questions under the hypothetical situation that I am running an earlier version so that I may have a better understanding of how everything works and apply that knowledge for future occasions. I know there are many other tutorials out for similar devices, but I'd like advice and tutorials as specific as possible for my device. I like details and specifics when I learn different things. I'm meticulous like that. Thank you.
Okay. Apparently I am special like the noob registration video says I am, but I am totally and utterly confused. I am no way savvy when it comes to modifying Android products in even the slightest way, and I request help even though my problem has already most likely been addressed multiple times elsewhere...
As the title of the thread says, I have a Kindle Fire HD 8.9" device running the 8.3.1 firmware, but I don't know where to even begin! I am seeing terms strewn everywhere like "root", "bootloader", "twrp", "go launcher", "CM10", etc. Some hacks bundle different things together, while others require one to manually install the other components yourself whatever they may be. My question(s), as vague as it is, is what in the world do all of these mean, which ones are recommended for my device, and in which order do I install them? I have looked at many tutorials how to do different things for different devices, but they seem to fail to explain all the pre-requisites and/or all the possible alternate paths you could take to further expand on your android experience. If they do, they fail to do it layman's terms where someone like me could even understand.
With all of that said (and asked), I would like to throw out one more question. Is there indeed anything for my device yet? I searched in the device search bar, but it only recognizes the 7" device, not the 8.9". Also, as far as what generation I have if that is even a concern, I don't know how to find out. I'm aware this is probably a handful to sort out and answer, especially in such a way that won't confuse the living daylights out of me, but if one courageous soul manages to do so or at least attempt it, I will be grateful. Thank you in advance.
Hi,
I'm new to this as well, but found the posts below very helpful. HTH.
[REF]All Things About Kindle Fire HD 8.9"
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2247428
Frequently Asked Questions - 2nd Generation Kindle Fires
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2228539
noob trying to get some xp and gain some knowledge.
i have the Amazon Kindle Fire 2nd gen running sysv 10.5.1
i have root access (kingroot, newest version. gained access once, then did factory reset, and did it again. kingroot stayed on HD after reset. idk why)
tested both times with es file mngr to ensure true / permissions
removed bloatware and advertisement apps. disabled some start-up processes snagged a couple of cool *root* apps and what not on the first go around.
only gained / access after the "factory reset" to not disturb too much and possibly fubar the whole gig when i'm so close to the goal
ultimate desired state atm is cm-11 (for otter2) TWRP 2.6.3.1 with some cool ass apps and blahblahblah
this is the guide im about to follow https://wiki.cyanogenmod.org/w/Install_CM_for_otter2 with the exception of the cable thing. i feel fairly confident that i can fastboot without it since i have superuser abilities and ive read several places that its doable but much safer and easier with the "sudo" cable. im a big boy. im willing to take a chance but if its not possible without the cable of paramount capabilities then it would be asinine to brick my **** "cuz i figurd it wud werk alright"
Sorry to be so long winded. just trying to be well detailed to make sure you guys know where i'm at in my little adventure.
So finally to the question
i've read two very different opinions on this from multiple people, in multiple threads, on multiple forums, etc.
is fastboot mode or state (however its referred to) achievable on the AKF(2ndGen) v10.5.1 as / without that eversofrustrating cable? like, is there a credible dev out there that says "yeah, dudes. f*** the cable. i just make it sudo whatever i tell it to" not necessarily verbatim but, you're smart, you know what im getting at.
simply put CAN IT BE DONE!?! (really im just trying to flash a rom on something that my wife wont remove my right testicle for bricking just to get a feel before using the fancy new trick discovered for LG G3 VS985. super excited. just the tot to 10 then kdz to 12 whatever whatever has me only slightly perspiring)
thank you for your time patience knowledge and inconceivable willingness to help losers like me who have a linux literacy of the 3rd grade on a good day. you guys are so awesome.
and im not just saying that. i swear
hello,
Welcome to XDA.
I have a KFHD7(1st Gen), the customization process involves installing a 2nd bootloader. I'm not familiar with the 2nd gen though.
Look through the Kindle fire forum linked below and see if there is anything to help you, you'll need to look through the "Android Development" and the "Original Android Development subforums there for all the custom mods for that device.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/kindle-fire-hd
If you can't find what you are looking for then you can post your question in one of the Kindle fire Q&A forums linked below(whichever applies to you).
http://forum.xda-developers.com/kindle-fire-hd/7-inch-help
or
http://forum.xda-developers.com/kindle-fire-hd/fire-2-help
or
http://forum.xda-developers.com/kindle-fire-hd/8-9-inch-help
If those don't help then try posting your question in the forum linked below.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/help
The experts there may be able to help.
Remember to register an XDA account so you can post and reply in the forums. Good luck.