Hello, I just got my fire HD6. I want to root to get GAPPS, but pretty much leave everything else stock (at least for now). I bought it mainly to watch prime videos offline on a long plane trip coming up. Will root break that functionality?
Also, will it break kindle lending library functionality?
Thanks!
Right now, Fire OS 4.5.4 can't be rooted.
marsy00 said:
Hello, I just got my fire HD6. I want to root to get GAPPS, but pretty much leave everything else stock (at least for now). I bought it mainly to watch prime videos offline on a long plane trip coming up. Will root break that functionality?
Also, will it break kindle lending library functionality?
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Rooting doesn't break any Amazon features--it's exactly what you want. At this time, however, you can only root Fire OS 4.5.3, and Amazon just pushed the 4.5.4 update. I think the roll out is finished. Look at Settings>Device Options>System Updates to see the version you have.
If you still have 4.5.3 (and have adb drivers installed), I think you can use these adb commands to prevent the update from installing. (Not sure, just thought I read you can block updates on unrooted Fire HDs) Anyway, you should do this immediately:
adb shell
pm block com.amazon.otaverifier
pm block com.amazon.dcpAfter you run the commands, you can try rooting. You can unblock dcp after you're rooted.
I am running Fire OS 4.5.3 with root and I use the prime video and music all the time with no issues.
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At this time, however, you can only root Fire OS 4.5.3, and Amazon just pushed the 4.5.4 update. .
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Damn, it auto updated me over night last night.
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How can I block the Amazon update process?
I had root my 8.9 with the firmware 14.3.1.0. After that I had install safetrap and the hdx utility’s. Then I had rename the /system/etc/security/otacerts.zip and I had block the IP’s 72.21.194.208, 72.21.195.233 and 176.32.195.233 at my firewall. Everything works fine.
After that, I had login in at my amazon account and start to install all my App’s. After a while my hdx had made an update to 14.3.2.1 and now I have no root anymore.
I will send it back to amazon and a friend of mine will by me a new one.
But, how can I block this???
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How can I block the Amazon update process?
I had root my 8.9 with the firmware 14.3.1.0. After that I had install safetrap and the hdx utility’s. Then I had rename the /system/etc/security/otacerts.zip and I had block the IP’s 72.21.194.208, 72.21.195.233 and 176.32.195.233 at my firewall. Everything works fine.
After that, I had login in at my amazon account and start to install all my App’s. After a while my hdx had made an update to 14.3.2.1 and now I have no root anymore.
I will send it back to amazon and a friend of mine will by me a new one.
But, how can I block this???
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Most of the replacement refurbs delivering now have already been updated, so good luck with that. Even if you get one that hasn't updated yet, that is the first thing it will do, before you even sign in, it starts updating immediately.
I am reading the site the last couple of hours, and I can't find a step by step for Root. I can't Enable ADB because it is not there! So I guess the method for HD is not working? Please help me and sorry if it was asked, but I can't find it,
You can't root 4.5.3, you have to roll back to 3.2.8 (and root it, plus you can install Safestrap on that build and use the Nexus 1.0.1 ROM which is Jelly Bean but that's as far as you go) and then upgrade to 4.5.2 which is still rootable with the CVE exploit.
But with 4.5.3 you're stuck, and with 4.5.4 around the corner there's a chance that update could totally block all rooting period so, be aware of this - stay away from 4.5.4 (when it becomes available) if there's even a potential update or as long as you can, and within reason roll back to 3.2.8 then bump it to 4.5.2, root that build then disable the OTA capability and go from there.
To get ADB, go into Settings, Device, Serial Number - Tap Serial Number 7 times which gives you the Developer Options (just like tapping the build number in normal Android does). Once you have them (go back a menu) you can then enable ADB from there.
But again, the recommendation is to get off 4.5.3 (at least it's my recommendation if you want any possible root at all) as soon as possible.
The instructions are here, I just got an HDX on Wednesday and I've learned quite a bit in the past 48 hours or so (no that doesn't mean I've been lurking/reading/posting for the past 48 hours, of course). It's not that tough, but it does require actual reading with comprehension and not just skimming topics or barely reading the posts in threads.
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I am reading the site the last couple of hours, and I can't find a step by step for Root. I can't Enable ADB because it is not there! So I guess the method for HD is not working? Please help me and sorry if it was asked, but I can't find it,
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In addition to the comments from br0adband be aware adding gapps (Google Play Services, Store, etc) to Fire OS can be problematic as you can not completely purge the device of Amazon equivalents. It works but not without some annoyances. At present there is a broader issue with the current release of Google Play Services (v7.3)that is impacting a wide swath of devices including many rooted Kindles. Google will likely issue a fix but they do not seem in any hurry to do so.
A rooted HDX running Fire OS 4.x isn't like other Android devices. Root helps you get around some Amazon annoyances and add addition capabilities but it's nothing like pure Android. Even simple things like changing wallpaper can be a hassle.
If you want to move forward w/root see this post for further instructions.
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In addition to the comments from br0adband be aware adding gapps (Google Play Services, Store, etc) to Fire OS can be problematic as you can not completely purge the device of Amazon equivalents. It works but not without some annoyances. At present there is a broader issue with the current release of Google Play Services (v7.3)that is impacting a wide swath of devices including many rooted Kindles. Google will likely issue a fix but they do not seem in any hurry to do so.
A rooted HDX running Fire OS 4.x isn't like other Android devices. Root helps you get around some Amazon annoyances and add addition capabilities but it's nothing like pure Android. Even simple things like changing wallpaper can be a hassle.
If you want to move forward w/root see this post for further instructions.
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It said : "Put roolback file into the Internal storage folder of your Kindle." !
I downloaded a "mod-update-kindle-thor-13.3.2.8_user_713328020" folder and i have no idea where I have to copy it. I just did it to a main folder put it between the "Kindle" and "Movies" but it doesn't do anything when I want to do an update. Without wifi, didn't even start.
UPDATE, just realized i had to copy a "bin" file not a folder version. So now is downgrading. How to root 3.2.8? should i update to 4.5.2 first and root or root the 3.2.8?
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I was able to downgrade , and upgrade to 4.5.2, rooted, and I was able to follow the other guides to disable OTA updates.
But when I try to install the Google play apps, it said at step 1 "aquire the GApps.."http://forum.xda-developers.com/kindle-fire-hdx/general/tut-disable-ota-4-5-2-install-gapps-t3043550
So when I followed the link , it takes me here :http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/software/gapps-google-apps-minimal-edition-t2943330
And Step 2 Boot into recovery to able to install Zip file....
I can't boot in recovery, the step by step guide said power on, and when i will see the "kindle fire" hold the power till turns blue and let it go. Mine newer turns blue just orange and if I let the power go nothing happen.
Will you guys help? I am so close!
Do not do the recovery instructions. Grab the file from the link and follow the instructions from this forum. If you are rooted, be very careful with stock recovery.
The spoiler is instead of installing the zip, unzip it and copy many of the files to their respective folders. Skip priv/app/ setupwizard.apk and priv/app/prebuiltgmscore.apk. install the gms core as a normal app and you are good to go... almost. Look around the HDX general threads for a fix to prevent google play services updating themselves.
Good luck
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a chinese root toolkit named Kingroot seems able to support Fire OS 4.5.3 now. Several guys tested it and succeeded.
but it contians a su manager named KingUser from the same company. if anybody can install SuperSU instead, you can have a try.
some one dont understand chinese? PM me, i can help.
BTW. Personally, I never recommend Chinese APPs from chinese companies. They use the APPs/Softwares to play a role as thief to steal your information, contacts, maybe more. And they always ask for more permissions.
For economic benefits, they can do anything.
FotixChiang said:
a chinese root toolkit named Kingroot seems able to support Fire OS 4.5.3 now. Several guys tested it and succeeded.
but it contians a su manager named KingUser from the same company. if anybody can install SuperSU instead, you can have a try.
some one dont understand chinese? PM me, i can help.
BTW. Personally, I never recommend Chinese APPs from chinese companies. They use the APPs/Softwares to play a role as thief to steal your information, contacts, maybe more. And they always ask for more permissions.
For economic benefits, they can do anything.
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FYI recieved OTA 4.5.4 and it breaks root. Kingroot 4.1 no longer works.
koda1789 said:
FYI recieved OTA 4.5.4 and it breaks root. Kingroot 4.1 no longer works.
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Must be a lucky day that I've just rooted 4.5.3 with Kingroot and disabled OTA today :fingers-crossed:
koda1789 said:
FYI recieved OTA 4.5.4 and it breaks root. Kingroot 4.1 no longer works.
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Unbelievable. Had an HDX 7" with 13.3.1.0, rooted, was ready to unlock bootloader and install CM12. Received a surprise visit, and when I got back to my desk I was on 4.5.4...
Bad day...
Well, it could be worse, you could have gotten bricked during the update.
Davey126 said:
In addition to the comments from br0adband be aware adding gapps (Google Play Services, Store, etc) to Fire OS can be problematic as you can not completely purge the device of Amazon equivalents. It works but not without some annoyances. At present there is a broader issue with the current release of Google Play Services (v7.3)that is impacting a wide swath of devices including many rooted Kindles. Google will likely issue a fix but they do not seem in any hurry to do so.
A rooted HDX running Fire OS 4.x isn't like other Android devices. Root helps you get around some Amazon annoyances and add addition capabilities but it's nothing like pure Android. Even simple things like changing wallpaper can be a hassle.
If you want to move forward w/root see this post for further instructions.
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Watch this video to fix that issue with Google Play Services...
[Fix] - Play store and COC not Working on Kindle …: https://youtu.be/7RxuP9X3Mgo
Ali Ejea Mc said:
Watch this video to fix that issue with Google Play Services...
[Fix] - Play store and COC not Working on Kindle …: https://youtu.be/7RxuP9X3Mgo
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Thanks.
Another option now exists for locked devices that involves replacing FireOS with Nexus which natively supports the Play store. See: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3137840
I just inherited a 3rd Gen Kindle Fire HDX 7" that is running latest firmware (4.5.5). I am a newb to Kindle but not Android devices
I want to run some apk not available in Amazon Apps (Guitar apps) . Is there a way to root this newest firmway to get google play store as well as Amazon's store. If not, can I side load APKS if I have them. I was surprised to see when I connected to my computer, I couldn't access directories - Is therer a way to access the system directories to sideload apks or do I need to email them/dropbox them etc?
Just not sure what I can do withthe 4.5.5 firmware as it seems like the latest updates are hard to modify.
Any advice would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Michael
guitar1969 said:
I just inherited a 3rd Gen Kindle Fire HDX 7" that is running latest firmware (4.5.5). I am a newb to Kindle but not Android devices
I want to run some apk not available in Amazon Apps (Guitar apps) . Is there a way to root this newest firmway to get google play store as well as Amazon's store. If not, can I side load APKS if I have them. I was surprised to see when I connected to my computer, I couldn't access directories - Is therer a way to access the system directories to sideload apks or do I need to email them/dropbox them etc?
Just not sure what I can do withthe 4.5.5 firmware as it seems like the latest updates are hard to modify.
Any advice would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Michael
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You can obtain root and run different roms but the process is tedious and carries some risk. Basic steps: rollback to 3.2.8 -> upgrade to 4.5.2 -> root; block OTA -> install Safestrap v4 -> flash Nexus v4 or CM11. Each step takes time to research and instructions must be followed carefully to avoid an unrecoverable brick (especially during rollback). Kindles in general and HDX models in particular are easy to kill and nearly impossible to recover once they go belly up.
FireOS does allow for the installation of alternative market places (eg: 1mobile) and sideloading apps. Most apps work reasonably well although there can be problems as Amazon heavily customized AOSP Andriod as you can tell from the FireOS UI. Installing Google Play services/store is a significant challenge that tends to break easily and be full of compromises. Given the choice most HDX users will go for another rom vs fighting with a FrankenKindle comprised of Amazon/FireOS and Google components.
Best way to begin is start reading through the forums. There are no step-by-step guides although some individual posts contain a wealth of information. As you become more familiar with the procedures ask targeted questions. You'll generally get a prompt response if you have done your homework first. Good luck.
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You can obtain root and run different roms but the process is tedious and carries some risk. Basic steps: rollback to 3.2.8 -> upgrade to 4.5.2 -> root; block OTA -> install Safestrap v4 -> flash Nexus v4 or CM11. Each step takes time to research and instructions must be followed carefully to avoid an unrecoverable brick (especially during rollback). Kindles in general and HDX models in particular are easy to kill and nearly impossible to recover once they go belly up.
FireOS does allow for the installation of alternative market places (eg: 1mobile) and sideloading apps. Most apps work reasonably well although there can be problems as Amazon heavily customized AOSP Andriod as you can tell from the FireOS UI. Installing Google Play services/store is a significant challenge that tends to break easily and be full of compromises. Given the choice most HDX users will go for another rom vs fighting with a FrankenKindle comprised of Amazon/FireOS and Google components.
Best way to begin is start reading through the forums. There are no step-by-step guides although some individual posts contain a wealth of information. As you become more familiar with the procedures ask targeted questions. You'll generally get a prompt response if you have done your homework first. Good luck.
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Thanks, I am able to sideload apps from my Android phone, but have issues with some of my apps that I have license keys for only on Google Play and my Google account.
I am actually not interested in running custom ROMs, just acquiring Root on 4.5.5. From all that I have read, Root is not possible on 4.5.5 as of yet.
guitar1969 said:
Thanks, I am able to sideload apps from my Android phone, but have issues with some of my apps that I have license keys for only on Google Play and my Google account.
I am actually not interested in running custom ROMs, just acquiring Root on 4.5.5. From all that I have read, Root is not possible on 4.5.5 as of yet.
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Correct. But you can obtain root on 4.5.2 and there is a bumpy path from 4.5.5 -> 4.5.2. I am not advocating that choice (quite the opposite) but stating for clarity. From a feature/functionality/stability perspective there is very little difference between subversions in the 4.5.x series through 4.5.5.
How do i downgrade my kindle fire to get root access or do i need to use fireroot?
thanks
50pounds said:
How do i downgrade my kindle fire to get root access or do i need to use fireroot?
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This marks the second reference to 'fireroot' in less than a week. For the benefit of the poster any anyone else who may may stumble across this: fireroot does not work on HDX models and will likely brick the device.
To obtain root you must rollback to 3.2.8, upgrade to 4.5.2 and then use Kingroot or another proven method. The rollback is risky; those who choose this path should fully understand the procedure and follow directions carefully to avoid trashing their device. Note 4th gen 8.9" models (Saturn) can not be rolled back; there is no root option at present.
3.2.8 rollback discussion thread here. Spend some time reading before taking action. There are no scripts, videos or step-by-step noob guides. Post questions if unsure.
Cheers dave sorted it now ?
My main device is a lovely 5thGen Fire (the $49 one), but I just got a used 2014 HD7 (model identifies as 4th Generation) as a secondary. It showed up on my doorstep already updated to 5.1.2. (I think when the previous owner did a wipe, 5.1.2 got dumped on it)
I'm not interested currently in rooting, removing ads, and can put up with the bloat if needed. ALL I really need essentially is a working Google Play store on this HD7-4th-Gen. If that's possible without rooting or backloading previous OS versions I mean.
Under earlier versions of the OS I know there were ways to put Play on without rooting. My question is if there are easy tested scripts or methods to get Play on and working that definitely work under 5.1.2, or do I have to finagle some earlier version of the OS onto the device and root just to get Play now?
Thanks.
(just in case it's relevant, I already have the Developer options turned on, ADB allowed, and ES File Explorer installed from the Amazon Store, figuring the most likely approach to getting Play on might involve one or more of those)
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My main device is a lovely 5thGen Fire (the $49 one), but I just got a used 2014 HD7 (model identifies as 4th Generation) as a secondary. It showed up on my doorstep already updated to 5.1.2. (I think when the previous owner did a wipe, 5.1.2 got dumped on it)
I'm not interested currently in rooting, removing ads, and can put up with the bloat if needed. ALL I really need essentially is a working Google Play store on this HD7-4th-Gen. If that's possible without rooting or backloading previous OS versions I mean.
Under earlier versions of the OS I know there were ways to put Play on without rooting. My question is if there are easy tested scripts or methods to get Play on and working that definitely work under 5.1.2, or do I have to finagle some earlier version of the OS onto the device and root just to get Play now?
Thanks.
(just in case it's relevant, I already have the Developer options turned on, ADB allowed, and ES File Explorer installed from the Amazon Store, figuring the most likely approach to getting Play on might involve one or more of those)
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Your best bet is to go to the Gen 5 XDA forum:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire
The devices are literally identical if you want rootless GAPPS. So look for what's offered there.
The 4th gen is actually very lucky because it's possible to sideload FireOS 4, get TWRP, and be off to the races (no downgrade bricking if going to 4.5.3). For 5th gen, if you upgraded from 5.0.1, your options shrink considerably.
bibikalka said:
Your best bet is to go to the Gen 5 XDA forum:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire
The devices are literally identical if you want rootless GAPPS. So look for what's offered there.
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They've pointed me right back here to this forum when I asked there.
I can't be the only person with a 4th Gen HD7 where it's been updated to 5.1.2 who JUST wants Google Play. That 5.1.2 update was pushed out to the 4th Gen devices in February, according to the System Updates screen on the device, so that's why a month later I'm thinking it's probable SOMEONE else out there has tried this. I just hope they see this thread.
Worst case I will go through the OS backdate and rooting stuff, but that actually seems like a heck of a lot more work (and risk) if a simpler approach to just get Play works. The key for me is just finding out if it really DOES work and which tools it works with. Is it as simple as tracking down an running an APK file for Play, or has there always been more involved (changing other background files or permissions)? And again, if someone has already done this work for 5.1.2 and HD74th Gen, where it's been documented.
I guess I'll give this a few days to sit here and see what pops up, and resort to the root approach if nobody comes along with info by then.
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They've pointed me right back here to this forum when I asked there.
I can't be the only person with a 4th Gen HD7 where it's been updated to 5.1.2 who JUST wants Google Play. That 5.1.2 update was pushed out to the 4th Gen devices in February, according to the System Updates screen on the device, so that's why a month later I'm thinking it's probable SOMEONE else out there has tried this. I just hope they see this thread.
Worst case I will go through the OS backdate and rooting stuff, but that actually seems like a heck of a lot more work (and risk) if a simpler approach to just get Play works. The key for me is just finding out if it really DOES work and which tools it works with. Is it as simple as tracking down an running an APK file for Play, or has there always been more involved (changing other background files or permissions)? And again, if someone has already done this work for 5.1.2 and HD74th Gen, where it's been documented.
I guess I'll give this a few days to sit here and see what pops up, and resort to the root approach if nobody comes along with info by then.
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Most of the people here are strictly volunteers, and usually work on things that are of personal interest or of broad general value. With Fire HDs 4th gen we are lucky that easy root was available since May 2015. So all the guides go through root because it's the most general and convenient way to customize the stock OS.
5th gen Fires had a bit of lag to get root, so people developed ways to get GAPPS installed under FireOS 5 without root. Also, the user base there is a lot bigger, so more people were looking into this. You'll have to do a big of research to find scripts that install only GAPPS, and do not try any of the Gen 5 specific tricks. Right now FireOS 5.1.2 has identical versions for both 4th and 5th gen, so any general FireOS 5 tricks would work on both generations.
So instead of being very surprised that nobody met your exact need, just do your research on the 5th gen forum, and when you find a script that works (as is or perhaps customized by you), do come back and post it here for future reference !
Good luck
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I can't be the only person with a 4th Gen HD7 where it's been updated to 5.1.2 who JUST wants Google Play.
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OK, here is your solution.
Option 1, try the classic :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire/general/installing-google-framework-playstore-t3216122
Just run the script in Amazon-Fire-5th-Gen-Install-Play-Store.zip , if it comes to worst, a factory reset will get you right back.
Option 2
Go here, follow the instructions to get adb talking to your Fire (drivers & all), make sure adb works:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire/general/root-playstore-busybox-optimize-flash-t3281804
Download the AutoRootScriptv4.14NODEBLOAT.zip file, unpack. In a DOS window, navigate to this unpacked WindowsAutoRootFire. DO NOT RUN THE BAT FILE !!!
Instead, type the commands :
Code:
adb install com.google.android.gms-6.6.03_(1681564-036)-6603036-minAPI9.apk
adb install GoogleLoginService.apk
adb install GoogleServicesFramework.apk
adb shell pm grant com.google.android.gms android.permission.INTERACT_ACROSS_USERS
adb install com.android.vending-5.9.12-80391200-minAPI9.apk
Launch Google Play Store.
thx
Alright so a while back, (What was it... February maybe?) I rooted my Kindle Fire HD 6 while on Fire OS 4 and then upgraded to OS 5.0.1 (Don't remember the exact version number for OS 4) And since then I have disabled tons of Amazon services in hopes to speed up the device. And well, I was kinda wrong. Not all wrong though. What it did do was speed up my device just a little bit, but what else it did it restricted me from doing TONS of things on my device which has been kinda annoying.
So basically I would like to get to Format my device, Get the latest Fire OS 5.3.1.0, Root (If necessary for next step), and Install the Google Play Store and Google services.
My device is currently on Fire OS 5.0.1
Thanks in advance!
TechGuyYT said:
Alright so a while back, (What was it... February maybe?) I rooted my Kindle Fire HD 6 while on Fire OS 4 and then upgraded to OS 5.0.1 (Don't remember the exact version number for OS 4) And since then I have disabled tons of Amazon services in hopes to speed up the device. And well, I was kinda wrong. Not all wrong though. What it did do was speed up my device just a little bit, but what else it did it restricted me from doing TONS of things on my device which has been kinda annoying.
So basically I would like to get to Format my device, Get the latest Fire OS 5.3.1.0, Root (If necessary for next step), and Install the Google Play Store and Google services.
My device is currently on Fire OS 5.0.1
Thanks in advance!
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Follow this, no need to format :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/fire-hd/general/how-to-upgrade-to-lollipop-root-gapps-t3163950
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Follow this, no need to format :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/fire-hd/general/how-to-upgrade-to-lollipop-root-gapps-t3163950
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Thanks, I'll check it out