[Hack] Kindle Guide for Transformation to Android Tablet

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dcsmaniatico

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This is a guide to transform your Kindle Fire 2 Generation into a full working android tablet (Android UI, Google APPS, Play Store, Widgetsssss etc.) :D. UPDATED 12/21/2012
That said. I have no ownership of any of the programs or files discussed. This is just stuff i gathered to make my Kindle Fire ROCKKKKK, Do this at your own risk, I am not responsible if you brick your device or void your warranty by doing any of this. Also please give to the developers that took of their time to create the programs and make your crappy reader into something awsome.


Please read complete article before you begin. Again I am not responsible if you brick your device or void your warranty by doing any of this.
2/2/2013

We have fully funtional roms for Kindle. Fire 2. I will not be posting any more posts since a full ROM experience is way better in my opinion. But for people that dont want to fully convert and for documentation I will leave the posts. Have fun!!!!

Change lockscreen ( Work around instating No Lock from android market and then instaling your favorite lockscreen from market thanks to tip from fmkilo), change search engine (I tried instaling google search to no luck, if some one can help please comment, some ideas where told, will try soon) :eek:

Procedure to transform Kindle Fire 2 Generation into a fuctional android tablet,

1. ADB enabled and Allow Unknown source APK and Amazon account registered


This is simple just go to your Kindle Eyelid and hit

(+)More...--> Security-->Enable ADB ON

and

(+)More...--> Device-->Allow Instalation of Applications ON

Install Amazon account as root may not let you create one

2. Root and Super User

In order to change the UI and install a few missing apk in the Kindle Fire system folder we need Super User and Root access.
Below is a link that will show you how to install root. It is ment for the Kindle 7 HD but works perfect on our Kindle Fire Second Generation ( I last used it on OS version 10.2.4 and worked)

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=35156970

3. Install UI, and Google Apps


Now that we have root access we need to place a few apk on the system/app folder of the Kindle Fire to change the UI and have fuctional Google apps.

For that we need to modify ES File Explorer settings

go to Settings--> Root Setings Check First 3 Boxes (Root Explorer, Up to Root, Mount File System)

Now is just simple we need to move a few apk to the system/app folder.

All Needed

Android UI
IMPOTANT Choose an Andoid UI. There are a lottttt of User Interfaces for android. Like APEX Luncher, Go lancher, Nova launcher ect. to choose. I will use APEX launcher which works great on the Kindle Fire but you can install the one you love, you can change it later by removing the apk form systems/app and placing a diferent one.

http://www.papktop.com/apex-launcher-1-3-5.html

Google APPS
We need to install a few of the googles apps for the google play and Gmail to work so please download all of the above.

Google services framework apk
http://xdaforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=889863&d=1328536031
Google Play store apk
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2046533
Google youtube apk
http://www.androiddrawer.com/6750/download-youtube-4-1-23-app-apk/#.UM5sFm_oTl8
Google chrome apk
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1485473


Once you downloaded all of this apk simply paste them on your system/app folder and reboot the device.

When the device turns on again it will start updating. Unlock the device and will ask you which UI you prefer TO USE, choose APEX IMPORTANT I suggest that you test the UI first and then check the box to make this the defalt UI this can brick your device if the UI is not running Properly ( if you want to make the change permanent select the check box below, if not everytime you press the home button or restart will ask you to choose)

You will now see a familiar Android UI. Congratulations your Kindle Fire is not as crappy and has fully funtional google play, widgets and live wallpapers. :victory:

4.Prevent OS update, Loss of ROOT and all your Mod work

Every time your divice gets an update will automaticaly loose root. Thanks to crappy amazon these updates will get pushed and you cant stop them from the settings menu. Localy we can stop it with 2 options

A. Quick fix (will go into OTA update if Droidwall apk is turned off)
Localy we can stop them by placing a firewall like DroidWall and blocking the access ( i dont know which part to block to prevent it from updating so I just simply Check the apps I want use the internet)

Simply download DroidWall from the Google Play Store. The program is really simple just check which apps you want to let use internet, the rest leave unchecked.

B. Hard fix (will never go into OTA update unless you rename the file again) thanks to tip from fmkilo

To make change permanent go into the systems menu and rename /system/etc/security/otacerts.zip

5. Change Lookscreen

To change the lockscreen we need a few apk from the android market.
A. No Lock
B. Rom toolbox
C. Your favorite lookscreen ( I use Picture Password a copy of Windos 8 lockscreen)

Simply install Rom Toolbox, No lock, and lockscreen form market.

Open Rom toolbox and select App Manager find No Lock from the list and long press it. A menu will pop up, select "Convert to system app". Reboot device ( To skip this step you can also download No Lock apk from internet and place it on system/app)

Open No lock and hit enable, now you have no stock lockscreen, feel free to install your favorite lockscreen.

5. Fix Kindle Reader

This will delete kindle's original app for ever back up kindle app somewhere to restore

Go to system/app and save kindleforoter apk somewhere on your kindle and then delete it from system/app
Reboot device
Install Kindle Reader from Play Store

That is it. HAVE FUN


If you have any updates on this Tutorial please feel free to comment.
 
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agentfusion

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I suggest rom toolbox. After rooting and installing Google services framework, and the play store, open rom toolbox, select app manager, and then long press the framework and play store and select "system app".

Then, once that's done, gapps should work fine, all you have to do next is install your launcher(s) of choice and use rom toolbox to make them system apps as well, after that the home button will ask which launcher to use. If you set a launcher to always, you can use home switcher apps or reset defaults under your application settings.

Sent from my KFOT using xda app-developers app
 

fmkilo

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To change the lock screen, use no lock from google play. It must be installed as a system app i'm sure if you're here then you at least know how to do that...
I blocked the ota updates by renaming /system/etc/security/otacerts.zip

Edit: if you go with nolock, you will need your own app for a replacement otherwise you just won't have a lock screen...
 
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dcsmaniatico

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I suggest rom toolbox. After rooting and installing Google services framework, and the play store, open rom toolbox, select app manager, and then long press the framework and play store and select "system app".

Then, once that's done, gapps should work fine, all you have to do next is install your launcher(s) of choice and use rom toolbox to make them system apps as well, after that the home button will ask which launcher to use. If you set a launcher to always, you can use home switcher apps or reset defaults under your application settings.

Sent from my KFOT using xda app-developers app

I will try this tool....thanks
 

dcsmaniatico

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To change the lock screen, use no lock from google play. It must be installed as a system app i'm sure if you're here then you at least know how to do that...
I blocked the ota updates by renaming /system/etc/security/otacerts.zip

Edit: if you go with nolock, you will need your own app for a replacement otherwise you just won't have a lock screen...

Thanks a lot. I Will add this to the tutorial
 

Torpedro1978

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i got a few of my favourite Apps to work even though they could not be installed via playstore or simply dont work.
like Go launcher HD, battery mix plus, prehome or messagease, power toggle,…
just install the apk, convert to system app (like the two methods above, i use titanium backup or ES File) and reboot.

i suggest putting the most imporant apps (ES file, your preferred home switcher, a launcher,…) into your kindle favourite list - the star on the right bottom - to have quick access from everywhere ;)

the feature i still miss, is the ability to usemultiple google calendars with a calendar app like jorte <- any hints?


Sent from my GT-I9103 using xda app-developers app
 

fargodude

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failed to copy 'stuff/busybox' to '/data/local/tmp/./busybox': Permission denied

I can't image that I am going anything wrong but I can't get this to work.
I have a new Kindle Fire HD7 with 10.2.4 software on it.

Here is the log I get from D:\Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v17\runme.bat

I am starting to think Amazon has locked the device down.

Thanks
fd

======================================================================
= This script will root your Android phone with adb restore function =
= Script by Bin4ry (thanks to Goroh_kun and tkymgr for the idea) =
= Idea for Tablet S from Fi01_IS01 =
= (22.11.2012) v17 =
======================================================================

Device type:
1) Normal
2) Special (for example: Sony Tablet S, Medion Lifetab)

x) Unroot

Make a choice: 1
Checking if i should run in Normal Mode or special Sony Mode
Please connect your device with USB-Debugging enabled now
* daemon not running. starting it now on port 5037 *
* daemon started successfully *
remote object '/system/app/Backup-Restore.apk' does not exist
remote object '/system/bin/ric' does not exist
.
.

Normal Mode enabled!
.

Pushing busybox....
failed to copy 'stuff/busybox' to '/data/local/tmp/./busybox': Permission denied

Pushing su binary ....
failed to copy 'stuff/su' to '/data/local/tmp/./su': Permission denied
Pushing Superuser app
failed to copy 'stuff/Superuser.apk' to '/data/local/tmp/./Superuser.apk': Permi
ssion denied
Making busybox runable ...
Unable to chmod /data/local/tmp/busybox: No such file or directory
.
Now unlock your device and confirm the restore operation.
Please look at your device and click RESTORE!
If all is successful i will tell you, if not this shell will run forever.
Running ...
 

barberboy420

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Aug 15, 2011
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I can't image that I am going anything wrong but I can't get this to work.
I have a new Kindle Fire HD7 with 10.2.4 software on it.

Here is the log I get from D:\Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v17\runme.bat

I am starting to think Amazon has locked the device down.

Thanks
fd

======================================================================
= This script will root your Android phone with adb restore function =
= Script by Bin4ry (thanks to Goroh_kun and tkymgr for the idea) =
= Idea for Tablet S from Fi01_IS01 =
= (22.11.2012) v17 =
======================================================================

Device type:
1) Normal
2) Special (for example: Sony Tablet S, Medion Lifetab)

x) Unroot

Make a choice: 1
Checking if i should run in Normal Mode or special Sony Mode
Please connect your device with USB-Debugging enabled now
* daemon not running. starting it now on port 5037 *
* daemon started successfully *
remote object '/system/app/Backup-Restore.apk' does not exist
remote object '/system/bin/ric' does not exist
.
.

Normal Mode enabled!
.

Pushing busybox....
failed to copy 'stuff/busybox' to '/data/local/tmp/./busybox': Permission denied

Pushing su binary ....
failed to copy 'stuff/su' to '/data/local/tmp/./su': Permission denied
Pushing Superuser app
failed to copy 'stuff/Superuser.apk' to '/data/local/tmp/./Superuser.apk': Permi
ssion denied
Making busybox runable ...
Unable to chmod /data/local/tmp/busybox: No such file or directory
.
Now unlock your device and confirm the restore operation.
Please look at your device and click RESTORE!
If all is successful i will tell you, if not this shell will run forever.
Running ...

I'm getting this same thing dude and it's really frickin pissin me off! I've posted the issue in like EVERY kindle fire 2 thread and no real help maaaan wth Can someone please give a explanation (in english) I mean I thank the person for making this guide it does help putting all the info on rooting the kf2 in one place its just that one little prob and I bet I'll be good to go
 

kaymado

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Jun 19, 2009
179
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Hi guys, the guide is good and it works flawlessly. I'm UK kindle fire 2 last update.

I was actually able to get rid of the lock screen using widget locker lock screen which I had purchased a while back for a phone.
Put it inside system/app and started it. I'm using root helper option to ensure it kicks in.
Even when I restart the kindle, if you wait for it to boot completely, it will take over stock lock screen.
Awesome stuff. Not only the stock one is gone, but I get to also customize my own.

Beautiful widgets only worked after copying the apk from data/app into system/app

SEARCH
A workaround for search is to download google search from aptoide and widget locker can be set to start it.
Or to use a shortcut on desktop to an activity via the launcher and selecting google search.
Also moved the apk to the system/app but may no be necessary. Now to rename the certs file to prevent ota update...
[EDIT] I have managed to get it as the default search but not exactly sure how :) might have to do with the fact that i renamed the UnifiedSearch.apk after i installed google search and rebooted. Said something about upgrading the system but i have not found a way (yet) to revert back so do it at your own risk (and let me know if it is reversible lol).

As for the root bowser app, not necessary.
ES file explorer can do it all, just check the settings and allow root, browse root folder and mount system as writeable.

Feels great to finally have some control! So cool that you can start the normal kindle os via a shortcut icon on the desktop, or directly to kindle docs, where my own free books are :)

so now we know lockscreen can be removed and google search can be used - this is fun!! ;)

Sent from my hacked KFOT using xda app-developers app
 
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kaymado

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Jun 19, 2009
179
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See nobody addresses the dang issue I been having :(

Gs3 Sac23's ROM GO SPURS GO!

hey pal, no sure what to tell ya, start from the beginning?

make sure you have the adb drivers on your computer and the right components to run some commands manually on adb - establish if its connecting

remember to have usb debugging enabled and allow Instalation of applications from unknown sources

change the order of the steps. Try Qemu first, then the RoottMANYDROID , and Qemu again
RootManyAndroid didnt work the first time, but it did the second time i tried it.

This guide should work - im pretty sure you have to use a tool to root the kidle HD, thats how i did it twice already.
here:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=35156970

good luck, sometimes takes persistence
 
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dcsmaniatico

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Aug 19, 2008
69
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I can't image that I am going anything wrong but I can't get this to work.
I have a new Kindle Fire HD7 with 10.2.4 software on it.

Here is the log I get from D:\Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v17\runme.bat

I am starting to think Amazon has locked the device down.

Thanks
fd

======================================================================
= This script will root your Android phone with adb restore function =
= Script by Bin4ry (thanks to Goroh_kun and tkymgr for the idea) =
= Idea for Tablet S from Fi01_IS01 =
= (22.11.2012) v17 =
======================================================================

Device type:
1) Normal
2) Special (for example: Sony Tablet S, Medion Lifetab)

x) Unroot

Make a choice: 1
Checking if i should run in Normal Mode or special Sony Mode
Please connect your device with USB-Debugging enabled now
* daemon not running. starting it now on port 5037 *
* daemon started successfully *
remote object '/system/app/Backup-Restore.apk' does not exist
remote object '/system/bin/ric' does not exist
.
.

Normal Mode enabled!
.

Pushing busybox....
failed to copy 'stuff/busybox' to '/data/local/tmp/./busybox': Permission denied

Pushing su binary ....
failed to copy 'stuff/su' to '/data/local/tmp/./su': Permission denied
Pushing Superuser app
failed to copy 'stuff/Superuser.apk' to '/data/local/tmp/./Superuser.apk': Permi
ssion denied
Making busybox runable ...
Unable to chmod /data/local/tmp/busybox: No such file or directory
.
Now unlock your device and confirm the restore operation.
Please look at your device and click RESTORE!
If all is successful i will tell you, if not this shell will run forever.
Running ...

I am not a fully skilled developer, I just gattered bits and pieces and learn how to use them. From what I gather looks like you have a comunications issue. This is a Kindle Fire 2 forum I dont have a Kindle 7 HD to trouble shoot your issue. I what I recommend is to factory restore your Kindle Fire and reinstall any driver in you pc and retry. Apart from that I advise to keep trying Kindle 7 HD forum, Sorry
 

dcsmaniatico

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Aug 19, 2008
69
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I'm getting this same thing dude and it's really frickin pissin me off! I've posted the issue in like EVERY kindle fire 2 thread and no real help maaaan wth Can someone please give a explanation (in english) I mean I thank the person for making this guide it does help putting all the info on rooting the kf2 in one place its just that one little prob and I bet I'll be good to go

Sorry if I am a bit late on my response I work a full time job. If you have the same Issue I recommend the same treatment. Looks like a connection issue. Factory reset your Kindle Fire 2 Gen and reinstall kindle drivers.

What OS version are you running on your kindle?
What OS version are you running on your PC?
 

avathor

Member
Jul 11, 2011
39
2
nice Tut.

The only thing missing is a list of Amazon apps that can by deleted/moved without problems.

My Kindle have after root and install a new Launcher, over 20 Amazon apps.

I think most o then can by deleted/moved.


Flash player installation tutorial would be very nice..
There are plenty of other streaming sites except Youtube they need flash player.
 

kaymado

Senior Member
Jun 19, 2009
179
13
nice Tut.


Flash player installation tutorial would be very nice..
There are plenty of other streaming sites except Youtube they need flash player.

Install it through aptoide. Look for it in play market.
Install it from the installer and you can delete it after, aptoide app will stay. It won't have many apps as you need to add repos, which happen automatically like this.
In aptoide, search for "Adobe flash"
Will return nothing but you have a button to search on the web
From that page, select Adobe flash and select install.
A file will be downloaded which if you select from the pull down status bar, will start the installation.
You will also be asked if you want to add the repository.

Sent from my KFOT using xda app-developers app
 

ng1and

Member
May 24, 2009
6
0
Thanks for all the great information. I followed your steps and was able to root the kindle fire second generation running the 10.2.4 update.

Only one problem, the Amazon kindle reader does not work if I start it from the Apex launcher (tried other launchers as well), but it still works through the stock launcher. Just wondering if anyone knew a workaround?

Thanks
 

dre22era

Senior Member
Aug 3, 2010
89
16
1st off Thanks for the Guide
I was able to root my kindle that runs 10.2.4 but I am now stuck with no solution
My Kindle is brand spanking new and matter of fact it still has the plastic on it
This is a Christmas present for my brother.
So I never registered it with amazon in regards to buying anything from the app store.
After rooting it I tried to register with the Amazon store so I can install a file manager so I can install the Google apks
but Amazon will not let me register as I always get an error message when i try to log in.
I am assuming I cant log in because of the Root.
Is there any other way to get around this so I can install the apk's

Google services framework apk
Google Play store apk
Google youtube apk
Google chrome apk
 

dcsmaniatico

Senior Member
Aug 19, 2008
69
26
Thanks for all the great information. I followed your steps and was able to root the kindle fire second generation running the 10.2.4 update.

Only one problem, the Amazon kindle reader does not work if I start it from the Apex launcher (tried other launchers as well), but it still works through the stock launcher. Just wondering if anyone knew a workaround?

Thanks

This is an easy thing to fix. Go to system/app and cut move kindleforoter apk to another folder, and reboot your kindle fire 2 and install kindle app from the the Play Store. Have fun and Enjoy your reading
 
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dcsmaniatico

Senior Member
Aug 19, 2008
69
26
1st off Thanks for the Guide
I was able to root my kindle that runs 10.2.4 but I am now stuck with no solution
My Kindle is brand spanking new and matter of fact it still has the plastic on it
This is a Christmas present for my brother.
So I never registered it with amazon in regards to buying anything from the app store.
After rooting it I tried to register with the Amazon store so I can install a file manager so I can install the Google apks
but Amazon will not let me register as I always get an error message when i try to log in.
I am assuming I cant log in because of the Root.
Is there any other way to get around this so I can install the apk's

Google services framework apk
Google Play store apk
Google youtube apk
Google chrome apk

This is weird root should not do that to your kindle....try to factory restore your kindle and try to log in. I will be checking every few hours for your feedback so your brother can have a wonderfull Christmas gift ;)
 

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    This is a guide to transform your Kindle Fire 2 Generation into a full working android tablet (Android UI, Google APPS, Play Store, Widgetsssss etc.) :D. UPDATED 12/21/2012
    That said. I have no ownership of any of the programs or files discussed. This is just stuff i gathered to make my Kindle Fire ROCKKKKK, Do this at your own risk, I am not responsible if you brick your device or void your warranty by doing any of this. Also please give to the developers that took of their time to create the programs and make your crappy reader into something awsome.


    Please read complete article before you begin. Again I am not responsible if you brick your device or void your warranty by doing any of this.
    2/2/2013

    We have fully funtional roms for Kindle. Fire 2. I will not be posting any more posts since a full ROM experience is way better in my opinion. But for people that dont want to fully convert and for documentation I will leave the posts. Have fun!!!!

    Change lockscreen ( Work around instating No Lock from android market and then instaling your favorite lockscreen from market thanks to tip from fmkilo), change search engine (I tried instaling google search to no luck, if some one can help please comment, some ideas where told, will try soon) :eek:

    Procedure to transform Kindle Fire 2 Generation into a fuctional android tablet,

    1. ADB enabled and Allow Unknown source APK and Amazon account registered


    This is simple just go to your Kindle Eyelid and hit

    (+)More...--> Security-->Enable ADB ON

    and

    (+)More...--> Device-->Allow Instalation of Applications ON

    Install Amazon account as root may not let you create one

    2. Root and Super User

    In order to change the UI and install a few missing apk in the Kindle Fire system folder we need Super User and Root access.
    Below is a link that will show you how to install root. It is ment for the Kindle 7 HD but works perfect on our Kindle Fire Second Generation ( I last used it on OS version 10.2.4 and worked)

    http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=35156970

    3. Install UI, and Google Apps


    Now that we have root access we need to place a few apk on the system/app folder of the Kindle Fire to change the UI and have fuctional Google apps.

    For that we need to modify ES File Explorer settings

    go to Settings--> Root Setings Check First 3 Boxes (Root Explorer, Up to Root, Mount File System)

    Now is just simple we need to move a few apk to the system/app folder.

    All Needed

    Android UI
    IMPOTANT Choose an Andoid UI. There are a lottttt of User Interfaces for android. Like APEX Luncher, Go lancher, Nova launcher ect. to choose. I will use APEX launcher which works great on the Kindle Fire but you can install the one you love, you can change it later by removing the apk form systems/app and placing a diferent one.

    http://www.papktop.com/apex-launcher-1-3-5.html

    Google APPS
    We need to install a few of the googles apps for the google play and Gmail to work so please download all of the above.

    Google services framework apk
    http://xdaforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=889863&d=1328536031
    Google Play store apk
    http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2046533
    Google youtube apk
    http://www.androiddrawer.com/6750/download-youtube-4-1-23-app-apk/#.UM5sFm_oTl8
    Google chrome apk
    http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1485473


    Once you downloaded all of this apk simply paste them on your system/app folder and reboot the device.

    When the device turns on again it will start updating. Unlock the device and will ask you which UI you prefer TO USE, choose APEX IMPORTANT I suggest that you test the UI first and then check the box to make this the defalt UI this can brick your device if the UI is not running Properly ( if you want to make the change permanent select the check box below, if not everytime you press the home button or restart will ask you to choose)

    You will now see a familiar Android UI. Congratulations your Kindle Fire is not as crappy and has fully funtional google play, widgets and live wallpapers. :victory:

    4.Prevent OS update, Loss of ROOT and all your Mod work

    Every time your divice gets an update will automaticaly loose root. Thanks to crappy amazon these updates will get pushed and you cant stop them from the settings menu. Localy we can stop it with 2 options

    A. Quick fix (will go into OTA update if Droidwall apk is turned off)
    Localy we can stop them by placing a firewall like DroidWall and blocking the access ( i dont know which part to block to prevent it from updating so I just simply Check the apps I want use the internet)

    Simply download DroidWall from the Google Play Store. The program is really simple just check which apps you want to let use internet, the rest leave unchecked.

    B. Hard fix (will never go into OTA update unless you rename the file again) thanks to tip from fmkilo

    To make change permanent go into the systems menu and rename /system/etc/security/otacerts.zip

    5. Change Lookscreen

    To change the lockscreen we need a few apk from the android market.
    A. No Lock
    B. Rom toolbox
    C. Your favorite lookscreen ( I use Picture Password a copy of Windos 8 lockscreen)

    Simply install Rom Toolbox, No lock, and lockscreen form market.

    Open Rom toolbox and select App Manager find No Lock from the list and long press it. A menu will pop up, select "Convert to system app". Reboot device ( To skip this step you can also download No Lock apk from internet and place it on system/app)

    Open No lock and hit enable, now you have no stock lockscreen, feel free to install your favorite lockscreen.

    5. Fix Kindle Reader

    This will delete kindle's original app for ever back up kindle app somewhere to restore

    Go to system/app and save kindleforoter apk somewhere on your kindle and then delete it from system/app
    Reboot device
    Install Kindle Reader from Play Store

    That is it. HAVE FUN


    If you have any updates on this Tutorial please feel free to comment.
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    Hi guys, the guide is good and it works flawlessly. I'm UK kindle fire 2 last update.

    I was actually able to get rid of the lock screen using widget locker lock screen which I had purchased a while back for a phone.
    Put it inside system/app and started it. I'm using root helper option to ensure it kicks in.
    Even when I restart the kindle, if you wait for it to boot completely, it will take over stock lock screen.
    Awesome stuff. Not only the stock one is gone, but I get to also customize my own.

    Beautiful widgets only worked after copying the apk from data/app into system/app

    SEARCH
    A workaround for search is to download google search from aptoide and widget locker can be set to start it.
    Or to use a shortcut on desktop to an activity via the launcher and selecting google search.
    Also moved the apk to the system/app but may no be necessary. Now to rename the certs file to prevent ota update...
    [EDIT] I have managed to get it as the default search but not exactly sure how :) might have to do with the fact that i renamed the UnifiedSearch.apk after i installed google search and rebooted. Said something about upgrading the system but i have not found a way (yet) to revert back so do it at your own risk (and let me know if it is reversible lol).

    As for the root bowser app, not necessary.
    ES file explorer can do it all, just check the settings and allow root, browse root folder and mount system as writeable.

    Feels great to finally have some control! So cool that you can start the normal kindle os via a shortcut icon on the desktop, or directly to kindle docs, where my own free books are :)

    so now we know lockscreen can be removed and google search can be used - this is fun!! ;)

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    I just wanted to add my experiences into the mix in hopes that it will help someone else.

    My wife bought this kindle for our daughter to have as a gaming/learning/head ache for me tablet. Once I found out that amazon requires a CC just to download free apps, I knew that wasnt going to fly. So here I am.

    First let me say this:

    DONT BE AN IDIOT LIKE ME!!!
    The first couple of times I ran the RootManyAndroid and Qemu scripts the scripts appeared to be working but the kindle just sat there looking at me. After my tethered internet quit working, I quickly realized that having my phone plugged into my laptop for power while tethering the internet was a bad, bad, bad idea. I completely fuxxored my phone with those scripts. Semi luckily for me, I was planning on trying a new rom anyways. So after reflashing my phone and getting it working again I proceeded with the kindle.


    At first I had the issues that FastVan was having that when i started the root scripts it wouldnt connect to my kindle. Then even though the page for the scripts says no other files are necessary i followed the instructions here (https://developer.amazon.com/sdk/fire/connect-adb.html) for installing the Android SDK to connect to the Kindle. Then I used the adb commands listed on that page to make sure i was connecting to the kindle.

    After that, I had to move the Qemu root script files to the platform tools directory in the SDK folder for the Android SDK development software. I only copied files that didnt exist and didnt overwrite any files that already were in the directory. Then I copied the root many android scripts to the SDK root directory, and all of the files in the stuff directory into the platform tools again without overwriting existing files. Finally I renamesd the platform-tools directory to stuff.

    Once I did that, I ran the runme.bat file from Root Many Android utility. The first time or two I got the permissions error similar to Fargodude and Barberboy. However my kindle was behaving very oddly. It was super slow and it kept flickering the Kindle Fire bootscreen. Since it seemed to be taking the adb commands from the script I tried the Qemu scripts in the now renamed stuff directory. That one seemed to work great.

    After all of that, I looked and Superuser was installed and appeared to be working. So just for good measure I ran the Root Many Android script again and this time it worked great. Then i ran the Qemu script again and all seemed to work well.

    At this point I realized I didnt have the ES File Explorer app. So, silly me, not having a credit card linked to my daughter's amazon account couldnt get it. So I then had to change the amazon account to mine to download the app from the amazon market. Then i got ES File Explorer, and used APK Manager to back up the Play Store Apk, GooglePlayServices. and Apex Launcher from my phone. Then followed the instructions from Imsully's post earlier in the thread to get the play store to work.

    Now things are working well. However there are a few things to note.

    1: Every time I reboot the Kindle the play store stops working. To get it working again, I have to use ES File Explorer to reinstall the Vending.apk, then the Play Store apk to make it work again.
    2: When I first set up the Play store, again, I wasnt thinking about my intended purpose and used my google account instead of my daughters. Now I cannot get another account into the play store. I set up my daughters account under the accounts management in the play store but it wont let me select it as the one to be linked. So, I had to remove my CC from my google wallet until there is a fix. But this is at least better than Amazon in that she can still download free apps, just cant charge anything.
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    I can confirm this works awesome, had the problem with adb but after installing the correct drivers everything looks good.

    Only problem is gmail fc every time I open it. Any workaround is appreciated for gmail because don't want to use Amazon email app.

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    Turn off gmail notifications in gmail settings. If you keep trying ti start gmail eventually it should let you into settings. Took me like ten tries

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    tried it more than 10 times but no luck.

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    I used KindleFree from the play store to install the GApps, and everything worked fine.

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