amazon fire 7

ThunbergsAreGo

Got one of these with 5.3.2 on it, is there anyway to get Google Play on this without rolling back

dodzy

naughtb4 wrote: »

Got one of these with 5.3.2 on it, is there anyway to get Google Play on this without rolling back

Just plugged mine in 30mins ago. On same version as yours so unrootable for the mo but.....

5 mins and you will be 'playstored'

Here ya go. No PC or SD card needed. You just need to grab a few APKs from the web using the stock silk browser.

First grab a free file manager from the Amazon app store - just search for FILE MANAGER (I took the first one found, File Commander). Then, through the Silk Browser navigate to the following links and download the 4 files. You will need to enable installation from unknown sources in settings. You will be prompted once you try to download the first of the .apks so just turn on the setting. I downloaded them all then went into the file manager, into downloads and then installed the 4 files in order.

5 mins later, the Play store icon will be on the bottom of your apps list.

Enjoy


Google Account Manager 5.1-1743759
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-account-manager/google-account-manager-5-1-1743759-release/google-account-manager-5-1-1743759-android-apk-download/

Google Services Framework 5.1-1743759
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-services-framework/google-services-framework-5-1-1743759-release/google-services-framework-5-1-1743759-android-apk-download/

Google Play Services 9.8.77 (230-135396225)
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-play-services/google-play-services-9-8-77-release/google-play-services-9-8-77-230-135396225-android-apk-download/

Google Play Store 7.0.25.H-all [0]
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-play-store/google-play-store-7-0-25-h-all-0-release/google-play-store-7-0-25-h-0-android-apk-download/

The Ayatolla

dodzy wrote: »

Just plugged mine in 30mins ago. On same version as yours so unrootable for the mo but.....

5 mins and you will be 'playstored'

Here ya go. No PC or SD card needed. You just need to grab a few APKs from the web using the stock silk browser.

First grab a free file manager from the Amazon app store - just search for FILE MANAGER (I took the first one found, File Commander). Then, through the Silk Browser navigate to the following links and download the 4 files. You will need to enable installation from unknown sources in settings. You will be prompted once you try to download the first of the .apks so just turn on the setting. I downloaded them all then went into the file manager, into downloads and then installed the 4 files in order.

5 mins later, the Play store icon will be on the bottom of your apps list.

Enjoy


Google Account Manager 5.1-1743759
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-...-apk-download/

Google Services Framework 5.1-1743759
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-...-apk-download/

Google Play Services 9.8.77 (230-135396225)
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-...-apk-download/

Google Play Store 7.0.25.H-all [0]
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-...-apk-download/

Once

Thanks for the guide! I'll give it a try later and see how it goes.

Does this work regardless of Fire OS version?

dodzy

The Ayatolla wrote: »

Thanks for the guide! I'll give it a try later and see how it goes.

Does this work regardless of Fire OS version?

Sorry, need to fix links but it will work on latest version. Gimme 5 mins.

getoffthepot

The Ayatolla wrote: »

Thanks for the guide! I'll give it a try later and see how it goes.

Does this work regardless of Fire OS version?

I've done a few of these and found this guide really good.

http://www.howtogeek.com/232726/how-to-install-the-google-play-store-on-your-amazon-fire-tablet/

dodzy

getoffthepot wrote: »

I've done a few of these and found this guide really good.

http://www.howtogeek.com/232726/how-to-install-the-google-play-store-on-your-amazon-fire-tablet/

That is an overly complex method of installing the Playstore. You do not need a PC.

getoffthepot

dodzy wrote: »

That is an overly complex method of installing the Playstore. You do not need a PC.

I found it simple enough to do.
Just providing another option:D

SachaJ

dodzy wrote: »

Just plugged mine in 30mins ago. On same version as yours so unrootable for the mo but.....

5 mins and you will be 'playstored'

Here ya go. No PC or SD card needed. You just need to grab a few APKs from the web using the stock silk browser.

First grab a free file manager from the Amazon app store - just search for FILE MANAGER (I took the first one found, File Commander). Then, through the Silk Browser navigate to the following links and download the 4 files. You will need to enable installation from unknown sources in settings. You will be prompted once you try to download the first of the .apks so just turn on the setting. I downloaded them all then went into the file manager, into downloads and then installed the 4 files in order.

5 mins later, the Play store icon will be on the bottom of your apps list.

Enjoy


Google Account Manager 5.1-1743759
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-account-manager/google-account-manager-5-1-1743759-release/google-account-manager-5-1-1743759-android-apk-download/

Google Services Framework 5.1-1743759
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-services-framework/google-services-framework-5-1-1743759-release/google-services-framework-5-1-1743759-android-apk-download/

Google Play Services 9.8.77 (230-135396225)
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-play-services/google-play-services-9-8-77-release/google-play-services-9-8-77-230-135396225-android-apk-download/

Google Play Store 7.0.25.H-all [0]
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-play-store/google-play-store-7-0-25-h-all-0-release/google-play-store-7-0-25-h-0-android-apk-download/

So these are good for 5.3.2.0?

Confirmed I installed these in order and got the Play Store. Could install YouTube Kids (now need to figure out how to enabled it in the kids profile for the Kids Edition tablet).

SachaJ

Also a tip that I use if I'm installing to a few devices (EG. the 3 kids Fire Tablets). If you have a NAS just download the files to that using your PC/laptop and then when you have the file browser installed on the Fire Tablet, navigate to the NAS and install from there. Might save a whole 30 seconds......

(additional benefit is you still have the files on the NAS if you have to go and do it again down the road)

Supercell

Just curious, mine had 5.1.3 when I got it on Black Friday so easy to root etc, I opted for the cheapest version with ad's, are the ones shipping with 5.3.2 the ad-less version?

Asus X540L

dodzy wrote: »

Just plugged mine in 30mins ago. On same version as yours so unrootable for the mo but.....

5 mins and you will be 'playstored'

Here ya go. No PC or SD card needed. You just need to grab a few APKs from the web using the stock silk browser.

First grab a free file manager from the Amazon app store - just search for FILE MANAGER (I took the first one found, File Commander). Then, through the Silk Browser navigate to the following links and download the 4 files. You will need to enable installation from unknown sources in settings. You will be prompted once you try to download the first of the .apks so just turn on the setting. I downloaded them all then went into the file manager, into downloads and then installed the 4 files in order.

5 mins later, the Play store icon will be on the bottom of your apps list.

Enjoy


Google Account Manager 5.1-1743759
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-account-manager/google-account-manager-5-1-1743759-release/google-account-manager-5-1-1743759-android-apk-download/

Google Services Framework 5.1-1743759
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-services-framework/google-services-framework-5-1-1743759-release/google-services-framework-5-1-1743759-android-apk-download/

Google Play Services 9.8.77 (230-135396225)
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-play-services/google-play-services-9-8-77-release/google-play-services-9-8-77-230-135396225-android-apk-download/

Google Play Store 7.0.25.H-all [0]
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-play-store/google-play-store-7-0-25-h-all-0-release/google-play-store-7-0-25-h-0-android-apk-download/

Worked a threat, thanks.
Hope it doesn't get wiped in the next amazon update

wolfyboy555

dodzy wrote: »

Just plugged mine in 30mins ago. On same version as yours so unrootable for the mo but.....

5 mins and you will be 'playstored'

Here ya go. No PC or SD card needed. You just need to grab a few APKs from the web using the stock silk browser.

First grab a free file manager from the Amazon app store - just search for FILE MANAGER (I took the first one found, File Commander). Then, through the Silk Browser navigate to the following links and download the 4 files. You will need to enable installation from unknown sources in settings. You will be prompted once you try to download the first of the .apks so just turn on the setting. I downloaded them all then went into the file manager, into downloads and then installed the 4 files in order.

5 mins later, the Play store icon will be on the bottom of your apps list.

Enjoy


Google Account Manager 5.1-1743759
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-account-manager/google-account-manager-5-1-1743759-release/google-account-manager-5-1-1743759-android-apk-download/

Google Services Framework 5.1-1743759
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-services-framework/google-services-framework-5-1-1743759-release/google-services-framework-5-1-1743759-android-apk-download/

Google Play Services 9.8.77 (230-135396225)
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-play-services/google-play-services-9-8-77-release/google-play-services-9-8-77-230-135396225-android-apk-download/

Google Play Store 7.0.25.H-all [0]
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-play-store/google-play-store-7-0-25-h-all-0-release/google-play-store-7-0-25-h-0-android-apk-download/

Worked for me. Done in 5 mins. Thanks.

Is there anyway to remove the ads from the lock screen?

2nd Row Donkey

wolfyboy555 wrote:

Is there anyway to remove the ads from the lock screen?

None. They are hard-coded for life

evolving_doors

2nd Row Donkey wrote: »

None. They are hard-coded for life

Thought you just contact amazon customer service!

Soarer

Regarding removal of ads.....

You're now connected to Theoreen from Amazon.co.uk
Theoreen: :-) Hello my name is Theoreen. Thank you for contacting Amazon.co.uk Kindle chat support. How may I help?
Am I chatting with Soarer?

Me: Yeah.
Good evening Theoreen, and I'm sorry for contacting you so close to Christmas!
I've recently purchased 2 Kindle Fires for my two sons, and I'm in the process of setting them up "for Santa"! I can't turn off the ads on the lock screen though. Can you tell me where the setting is? I really don't think they need to be looking at ads on a present from Santa!

Theoreen: Hi there Soarer. I am sorry for the inconvenience with the adverts.
You can unsubscribe your Kindle from Special Offers through Manage Your Content and Devices ( www.amazon.co.uk/mycd ).
Amazon is able to offer Kindle models at a subsidised price by delivering Special Offers and Sponsored Screensavers. If you originally purchased a Kindle Special Offer Device you will be charged a one-time payment to unsubscribe from this service.
To unsubscribe your Kindle device from Special Offers:
1. Locate your Kindle in the Your Devices tab of the Manage Your Content and Devices page.
2. Click Edit next to Special Offers.
3. Follow the instructions to unsubscribe from Special Offers.
4. The next time you connect your Kindle device wirelessly, your device will be unsubscribed from Special Offers.

Me: So I have to pay to get them removed?

Theoreen: That is correct. The reason there is a £10.00 charge to have the offers removed is because the kindles with the special offers subscription are sold at a £10.00 discount.

Me: I bought these Kindles locally, and there is nothing on the box that mentions ads, or having to pay to remove them.

Theoreen: Okay, the website does show that there are devices with and without the special offers subscription and specifically states that Special offers and sponsored screensavers display when your device is in sleep mode. The store should have informed you of this. However, I will check regarding the offers for you, bear with me please.

Me: Thank you.

Theoreen: Thanks for waiting.
As a one time exception, I have cancelled the subscription for you and waive the charge as I do understand that you were not informed. Please stay connected to wireless to complete the process and Merry Christmas.

Me: Is this on both Kindles?

Theoreen: That is correct.

Me: That is excellent! Thanks a million!

Theoreen: You're welcome :-). Is there anything else you would like me to assist you with before we go?

Me: No, that's perfect. Merry Christmas to you and yours!

Theoreen: :-) Thank you for contacting Amazon. It has been my utmost pleasure assisting you. To close this window, please click on the “End chat” button at the upper right corner of this window. Have a Good Evening.

Ads were gone instantly!

Merry Christmas!

irishproduce

Just did the chat, your man wouldn't remove em for me without a tenner, I didnt pay him

Etnies

I installed Google play store by connecting to my laptop and running a bat file, it said ' removed ads' too, and I haven't got any ads since..

Is it not possible to do it through software?

irishproduce

yeah i might do that, thanks. Have you a link to the instructions handy?

wolfyboy555

Soarer wrote: »

Regarding removal of ads.....

You're now connected to Theoreen from Amazon.co.uk
Theoreen: :-) Hello my name is Theoreen. Thank you for contacting Amazon.co.uk Kindle chat support. How may I help?
Am I chatting with Soarer?

Me: Yeah.
Good evening Theoreen, and I'm sorry for contacting you so close to Christmas!
I've recently purchased 2 Kindle Fires for my two sons, and I'm in the process of setting them up "for Santa"! I can't turn off the ads on the lock screen though. Can you tell me where the setting is? I really don't think they need to be looking at ads on a present from Santa!

Theoreen: Hi there Soarer. I am sorry for the inconvenience with the adverts.
You can unsubscribe your Kindle from Special Offers through Manage Your Content and Devices ( www.amazon.co.uk/mycd ).
Amazon is able to offer Kindle models at a subsidised price by delivering Special Offers and Sponsored Screensavers. If you originally purchased a Kindle Special Offer Device you will be charged a one-time payment to unsubscribe from this service.
To unsubscribe your Kindle device from Special Offers:
1. Locate your Kindle in the Your Devices tab of the Manage Your Content and Devices page.
2. Click Edit next to Special Offers.
3. Follow the instructions to unsubscribe from Special Offers.
4. The next time you connect your Kindle device wirelessly, your device will be unsubscribed from Special Offers.

Me: So I have to pay to get them removed?

Theoreen: That is correct. The reason there is a £10.00 charge to have the offers removed is because the kindles with the special offers subscription are sold at a £10.00 discount.

Me: I bought these Kindles locally, and there is nothing on the box that mentions ads, or having to pay to remove them.

Theoreen: Okay, the website does show that there are devices with and without the special offers subscription and specifically states that Special offers and sponsored screensavers display when your device is in sleep mode. The store should have informed you of this. However, I will check regarding the offers for you, bear with me please.

Me: Thank you.

Theoreen: Thanks for waiting.
As a one time exception, I have cancelled the subscription for you and waive the charge as I do understand that you were not informed. Please stay connected to wireless to complete the process and Merry Christmas.

Me: Is this on both Kindles?

Theoreen: That is correct.

Me: That is excellent! Thanks a million!

Theoreen: You're welcome :-). Is there anything else you would like me to assist you with before we go?

Me: No, that's perfect. Merry Christmas to you and yours!

Theoreen: :-) Thank you for contacting Amazon. It has been my utmost pleasure assisting you. To close this window, please click on the “End chat” button at the upper right corner of this window. Have a Good Evening.

Ads were gone instantly!

Merry Christmas!

Just back from the pub. Went onto chat and said I am giving it to my son and if the ads can be removed. They duly obliged. Nice one.

getoffthepot

irishproduce wrote: »

yeah i might do that, thanks. Have you a link to the instructions handy?

The method in the link in my post #280 removes the ads

Eggonyerface

This went down a storm this morning.... Thanks B.A.

seaviewphotos

dodzy wrote: »

Just plugged mine in 30mins ago. On same version as yours so unrootable for the mo but.....

5 mins and you will be 'playstored'

Here ya go. No PC or SD card needed. You just need to grab a few APKs from the web using the stock silk browser.

First grab a free file manager from the Amazon app store - just search for FILE MANAGER (I took the first one found, File Commander). Then, through the Silk Browser navigate to the following links and download the 4 files. You will need to enable installation from unknown sources in settings. You will be prompted once you try to download the first of the .apks so just turn on the setting. I downloaded them all then went into the file manager, into downloads and then installed the 4 files in order.

5 mins later, the Play store icon will be on the bottom of your apps list.

Enjoy


Google Account Manager 5.1-1743759
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-account-manager/google-account-manager-5-1-1743759-release/google-account-manager-5-1-1743759-android-apk-download/

Google Services Framework 5.1-1743759
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-services-framework/google-services-framework-5-1-1743759-release/google-services-framework-5-1-1743759-android-apk-download/

Google Play Services 9.8.77 (230-135396225)
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-play-services/google-play-services-9-8-77-release/google-play-services-9-8-77-230-135396225-android-apk-download/

Google Play Store 7.0.25.H-all [0]
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-play-store/google-play-store-7-0-25-h-all-0-release/google-play-store-7-0-25-h-0-android-apk-download/

Failed the first time I tried this, but with a bit more care and attention it worked like a dream. Huge thanks, my little one loves her new tablet with youtube.

Dave.

sunny2004

ADOBE FLASH, is there anyway to install it ?

blue banana

I'm giving the amazon fire 7 to my sister for her birthday. As she doesn't have a gmail or amazon account I would like to set these up for her, register the amazon fire 7 and side load google play store in advance of giving it to her.

Is it possible to set up a gmail account without providing her mobile number so as not to alert my sister to what I am doing and add the mobile number to her profile in a few days time. Or is it impossible to set up a gmail account without text verification?

Thanks

brianorourke

blue banana wrote: »

I'm giving the amazon fire 7 to my sister for her birthday. As she doesn't have a gmail or amazon account I would like to set these up for her, register the amazon fire 7 and side load google play store in advance of giving it to her.

Is it possible to set up a gmail account without providing her mobile number so as not to alert my sister to what I am doing and add the mobile number to her profile in a few days time. Or is it impossible to set up a gmail account without text verification?

Thanks

Just use a fake number then you can change it later

Edit: Read the problem. Perhaps use your own, then change it later?

blue banana

brianorourke wrote: »

Just use a fake number then you can change it later

Edit: Read the problem. Perhaps use your own, then change it later?

I don't know why I didn't think of using my own mobile number. Cheers. Sorted.

mrcheez

Anyone manage to install Whatsapp on these devices?

Or is there an app that can send photos to a phone without using Email?

btw I installed Mobdro on the Fire this morning and my Dad's loving his new Sky Sports-enabled tablet

bazz26

If you install the Google Play Store as per the instructions outlined earlier then you can pretty much install most android apps.

mrcheez

bazz26 wrote: »

If you install the Google Play Store as per the instructions outlined earlier then you can pretty much install most android apps.

Yup done that but I was asking specifically about Whatsapp. We tried installing a WhatsTablet app but it just seemed to hang on the Fire.

Didn't seem possible to install the Whatsapp app on the Fire when I looked.

Quackster

mrcheez wrote: »

Yup done that but I was asking specifically about Whatsapp. We tried installing a WhatsTablet app but it just seemed to hang on the Fire.

Didn't seem possible to install the Whatsapp app on the Fire when I looked.

Won't work from the Play Store but you can install WhatsApp directly once you have the APK (either copy it from a mobile or download it from an APK mirror site).