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Ever wanted to install a system apparently but to lazy to shutdown to recovery just to reboot back to android becouse you forgot to move the flash file someone else made to the root of the SD card? Yea me too. I can't for the life of me remember where I got this info from so I can't take or give the credit.
Step 1 Get root explorer from the market (Very usefull tool)
step 2 Extract the zip if its in a zip or leave it alone if not.
step 3 Longpress APK. and copy.
step 4 Goto System/app and click R/W at the top of that screen then paste.
step 5 Long click another apk already installed and look at the permissions.
step 6 Long click your new apk and mimick what you saw in the other one.
now just click it and install wig the regular package installer.
In step five you will find that user, group, and others will have read checked and User will have write checked. If you can remember this then skip step 5. I keep it simple and look every time.
So, I wanted to delete my google account in the first place. I found this tutorial with video. It says:
Basically this was done on a rooted phone. We used the program called Root Explorer and navigated to /system/framework. Make sure that is mounted r/w and not r/o (read write vs read only). Rename framework-res.apk > framework-res.apk.bak. You might get an error after this (force close). Just go ahead and force close it. Immediately rename it back to framework-res.apk. Reboot and you're done. Enter your new main Google account.
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I rooted the phone using the Galaxy S II Root Guide on this forum. I put the XWKDD_insecure.tar on my phone, succesfully. After reboot i rooted the the phone using SuperOneClick. Everything went fine, it asked me if i wanted BusyBox > clicked 'Yes'.
I rebooted my phone, left it in USB Debugging (you never know what happens). I launched the application Root Explorer (v2.14.2) > some message asked me if i allowed the app acces to my root > clicked yes.
So, Root Explorer launched, i navigated to /system/framework and clicked "mount R/W" (read/write). I renamed framework-res.apk to framework-res.apk.bak. TROUBLE STARTS HERE
All kind of processes started to crash and asked me to do forced close the tutorial says this can happen, so i force closed. But the errors kept popping up, and i kept clicking force close. In the end there were 3(i guess) processes which continiously kept crashing one-after-another.
The proces system crashed also, so the creen was black. I was able to slide the top bar (system tray?), the icon of my advanced task killer was there so I tried to launch that but it crashed too. So I gave up, and long pressed the powerbutton.
Big trouble
I tried to reboot, the samsung galaxy s II launch image appeared. That's it.. nothing left. After a lovely cursing-session i put on the KE2 original kernel. (again, just like the root guide says) Rebooted but it's still stuck at the launch image.
Kernel version:
2.6.35.7-I910XWKE2-CL187606
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I've got this phone handed by the mailman 24hours ago, and i really really want to get this fixed. Whoever helps me to get my phone working again will get a reward, I'm really desperate.
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Just go into download mode and flash again with whatever rom you want (FULL ROM not just kernel). Should be fine I would think as /system is not essential (well, for to use it as a phone/pda yes) but not for flashing again. Should be fine then.
Although i'm new to the flashing stuff, i understand what you mean. I'm going to find a full rom and download it to my phone, and be back asap
Thanks already!
Phone works again
deanwray, if you have an paypal accoun you may PM your details to me. As i've said:
Whoever helps me to get my phone working again will get a reward, I'm really desperate.
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I guess answering my question was almost easier then picking your nose still i want to thank you
I do have a paypal account, but to anyone who would want paying for simple advice, I would have little respect for and even less so for myself, just press the thanks button in xda, im more glad that your sorted than nething else
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Understood, i already pressed the thanks button.
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I too did rename framework-res.apk and bricked my Kindle fire; need help
I too did the same dumb thing.
I already rooted my kindle fire, downloaded android market I loggedin using a google account. After that I was unable to change the google account. Browsed web and I saw the post of the video. I followed the instructions in the video.
steps followed: using root explorer, went to /system/framework and renamed framework-res.apk and and after I completed the renaming, the device crashed (or I clicked something; hence crashed?) and stuck in blank carrousel page.
So, I rebooted and all I get now if boot logo of 'Kindle fire'. It doesnt go any forward.
I connected to PC and I am able to see the device in ADB. But no root access in shell. So, any adb command I give I get back errors like: no permission; read-only folder, etc.
When I use the Kindle fire utility v0.9.3 and try to do temp root or root, I get
Error type 2 android.util.AndroidException: Can't connect to activity manager; is the system running?
adbd cannot run as root in production builds
PC detects the device as 'Android Composite ADB interface'. But cant do anything in adb. I can push files to /data/local/tmp folder. Thats about it.
when I do
adb shell mv /system/framework/framework-res.apk.bak /system/framework/framework-res.apk
I get:
failed on '/system/framework/framework-res.apk.bak' - Read-only file system
Can someone help rename this file back to original framework-res.apk?
Thank you very much;
Hi,
If your like me and you have had some problems with android market on your Kindle Fire (yes,I got one for christmas and its already rooted ) by following a guide with Vending.apk and though you can browse the market, it is stuck on Starting Download, I have found a solution to the problem... All you need to do is get a new file:bit.ly/tlWjSn
This file is simply an updated version to the Vendor.apk other tutorials provide.
All you do is the following(presuming you have rooted, got root explorer and GO launcher):
1.Copy the file to kindle at an easy to access location.
2.Long-Hold the file and tap move.
3.Navigate to / then system then app.
4.Set it to R/W mount (top left)
5.Paste the file.
6.Set the permissions like all other files(tick first 2 in first row, first 1 in second row and first 1 in third row then tap ok)
7.Reboot the device
8.Go onto GO launcher and add it to the screen (tap the list thing bottom middle of the screen,then tap Add. then select Application followed by Market)
9.Done! Enjoy!
Not sure if I should start a new thread or not.
I'm rooted and have SU. I have confirmed this by running Titainium Backup.
Market stopped working after the latest Kindle update. After I re-rooted, I tried re-installing vender.apk, but it still crashes upon launching it. Also, I am running Go Launcher EX.
When I browse folders while connected to a computer (using Win7), the system folder is hidden.
I never installed Root Explorer on the Fire. Is there a way for me to download and install it directly, or will I need to side load it? I assume if it's in the Market I'll need to side load.
leebo said:
Not sure if I should start a new thread or not.
I'm rooted and have SU. I have confirmed this by running Titainium Backup.
Market stopped working after the latest Kindle update. After I re-rooted, I tried re-installing vender.apk, but it still crashes upon launching it. Also, I am running Go Launcher EX.
When I browse folders while connected to a computer (using Win7), the system folder is hidden.
I never installed Root Explorer on the Fire. Is there a way for me to download and install it directly, or will I need to side load it? I assume if it's in the Market I'll need to side load.
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Unfortunately you will as far as I know, but for $3.99, it is VERY useful when rooting or installing app's. market.android.com/details?id=com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer&hl=en
Check it out. If you run into anymore problems feel free to PM me as it's easier
Hello guys, I have a little question related to market app that maybe has been already answered so I won't start a new thread.
I have my KF with 6.2.1 rooted and with the full android market installed (EX launcher and so on).
Usually the market works fine, but I always get errors ( process com.android.vending has stopped unexpectedly) and consequent force closes even if I can download stuff and apps. Basically, it happens whenever the market takes an action.
Is it a known issue or ir it "normal" ?
Thank you all in advance.
For me, I am having problems copying the Vending.apk to /system/app folder. I follow the steps in that tutorial but when I paste the.apk in the folder nothing happens. Help??
Got it rooted last night, and I'm using file expert since my cheap ass doesn't want to buy root explorer.
sengokubattosai said:
For me, I am having problems copying the Vending.apk to /system/app folder. I follow the steps in that tutorial but when I paste the.apk in the folder nothing happens. Help??
Got it rooted last night, and I'm using file expert since my cheap ass doesn't want to buy root explorer.
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I'm afraid that without Root Explorer you can't change the /system/app folder permissions from R/O to R/W, therefore you can't paste anything in that folder.
Chiwaz said:
I'm afraid that without Root Explorer you can't change the /system/app folder permissions from R/O to R/W, therefore you can't paste anything in that folder.
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File expert gives you that option too though.
if ur rooted but it wont paste or read and write in root explorer then ur su wasnt pushed properly in ur root process! When i rooted my kindle i deleted my old su and did the whole root process from scratch when i got the new root process. The whole thing went smooth and su showed up in apps when done but it wasnt totally rooted as i couldnt read or write in root explorer. Jcase told me that when the adb command for pushing the su wasnt done right thats what happens. he fixed it for me, great guy.
that was me though
I rooted my Kindle Fire and the only thing that isn't working is the Google Play Store. I used Kindle Fire Utility to root my device. When I open up Google Play, it says:
The application Google Play Store (process.com.android.vending) has stopped unexpectedly. Please try again.
I've tried installing the apk various ways but it's the same result every time.
Any helped appreciated.
Did you move it to /system/app and chmod 755 before installing?
I had this problem for awhile myself and it took me hours to find a solution. What I did was after I rooted my kindle and flashed it over to cm9 reloaded I noticed gapps was not working. So to fix this I rebooted Into twrp and reflashed the gapps zip rebooted once more and my problem was solved. Hope this helps
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Flashing insecure stock rom 6.3 did the trick.
It was working. I could navigate through the market and look for apps but when I went to install Spotify, it went back to that error message. After that, I try opening the market and it shows the error message.
I'll be honest; I'm a little lost on what everyone said above. All I've been doing is downloading the apk's from the Internet and throwing them on my downloads folder. I open ES File Explorer and download the apk's. Is there anything simple I can try?
gclo85 said:
I'll be honest; I'm a little lost on what everyone said above. All I've been doing is downloading the apk's from the Internet and throwing them on my downloads folder. I open ES File Explorer and download the apk's. Is there anything simple I can try?
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Do you have the stock rom or a custom one?
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I'm using stock with go launcher. I just tried a suggestion from a site to make sure I'm rooted. I installed terminal manager and typed su. I got the reply permission denied. I'm thinking that means I'm not rooted?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=24312196&postcount=17
@b63: I did what was in that forum and now I'm rooted. Thank you.
Only issue left is when I open the Play Store, it says:
"You must add an account to the device to continue. Do you want to add one now?"
I press yes, it closes. I press no, it closes.
gclo85 said:
@b63: I did what was in that forum and now I'm rooted. Thank you.
Only issue left is when I open the Play Store, it says:
"You must add an account to the device to continue. Do you want to add one now?"
I press yes, it closes. I press no, it closes.
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Did you flash the gapps.zip or are you just nstalling the apk..... I'd look at that thread b63 gave you again you have to install 3 apps the other 2 sync your gmail account with market that's why it's FCing.... Just set up the es file manager set as rw and drag and drop the 3 apks into the system folder and reboot the kindle
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I believe I'm installing APK's. I've been trying to install files like these:
com.android.vending-3.5.15.apk
Vending(Mod).apk
I move the files to system/apps with Root Explorer and change the permissions but after I install it, it says "Application Not Installed."
gclo85 said:
I believe I'm installing APK's. I've been trying to install files like these:
com.android.vending-3.5.15.apk
Vending(Mod).apk
I move the files to system/apps with Root Explorer and change the permissions but after I install it, it says "Application Not Installed."
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Don't hit install download those 3 apks in the thread b63 gave you a few posts a go and simply drag them into the system folder then reboot
EDIT: Here
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@DJLamontagneIII: It's working! Thank you so much!
Thank you to everyone else who contributed.
glad to help ...
please mark the subject of the topic (edit first post) with [Solved]
I also wanted to ask; aside from backups or maybe those 3 APK's I just moved, is it safe to delete anything, like the zip file ROM, to free up space on the internal storage?
i assume you mean the sdcard partition
yupp - it's safe - you can keep a backup on your computer if you like
Just got the phone, updated to MDL. Stock root and TWRP recovery.
SU is installed. Downloaded and checked root with Root Checker - root affirmed.
Only mod so far is Hotspot with the MDL Odexed through TWRP.
Installed ES File Explorer, and it wont allow me to delete or rename system files (specifically ui sounds).
ES asked for and was given SU permission.
I am only good enough with Android as far as I can follow instructions in these forums - I know nothing beyond that.
Any ideas what the problem may be? I was considering getting Root Explorer, if that will work, but I dont want to drop the 3.99 if the problem is elsewhere or can be fixed.
Thanks for your help.
(And what I am currently trying to accomplish is silencing the camera (or more specifically, editing/saving the feature.xml file to allow menu switching of sound : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2261789 - it wont let me save the text edited file - I assume it;s the same problem that wont let me delete/rename.)
Thanks. Without you guys I'd be straight Sprint/Samsung stock - aint nobody got time for that.
DevonSloan said:
Just got the phone, updated to MDL. Stock root and TWRP recovery.
SU is installed. Downloaded and checked root with Root Checker - root affirmed.
Only mod so far is Hotspot with the MDL Odexed through TWRP.
Installed ES File Explorer, and it wont allow me to delete or rename system files (specifically ui sounds).
ES asked for and was given SU permission.
I am only good enough with Android as far as I can follow instructions in these forums - I know nothing beyond that.
Any ideas what the problem may be? I was considering getting Root Explorer, if that will work, but I dont want to drop the 3.99 if the problem is elsewhere or can be fixed.
Thanks for your help.
(And what I am currently trying to accomplish is silencing the camera (or more specifically, editing/saving the feature.xml file to allow menu switching of sound : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2261789 - it wont let me save the text edited file - I assume it;s the same problem that wont let me delete/rename.)
Thanks. Without you guys I'd be straight Sprint/Samsung stock - aint nobody got time for that.
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Maybe try renaming the extensions of those files to ".bak"
Hope it helps bud
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Goose0121 said:
Maybe try renaming the extensions of those files to ".bak"
Hope it helps bud
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Thanks, but that was actually the first thing I tried - it brings up the rename dialogue, but then after change and "ok", nothing is changed. Same with Astro and Root File Manager.
Thanks, though.
Anyone else?
Try pressing Menu and then going to "Root Explorer" and then "Mount R/W"
From there, make sure the path shows RW instead of RO. Click ok.
Exit out of ES File Manager and come back in and check the Root Explorer Mount R/W again to see if RW stuck. If it did, try to see if you can delete.
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Try pressing Menu and then going to "Root Explorer" and then "Mount R/W".
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Clicked on root explorer and it gave a (paraphrased) "ES File Explorer has been given superuser privileges for interactive shell" (or something close to that), but I cant find "Mount R/W" anywhere.
And trying various things keeps giving me "device not supported" errors. Again, a paraphrase as the message isnt on screen long enough for me to get the exact wording.
Thanks again for the help.
Is this what comes up when you click on root explorer?
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Is this what comes up when you click on root explorer?
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No. Nothing opens up. Same settings menu screen, there is just the message that appears below, then disappears, about "superuser permission granted.
I also have same issue where it tells me superuser access has been granted. However, about 15 seconds later I get another message saying "Sorry, test failed. This feature can not run on your phone."
Hmm, that's definitely not right. Try going to the Application manager, to ES File Explorer, Clear data, Uninstall, then re-installing it through Play Store. See if it still does that.
You should definitely get that screen when you go to root explorer.
cap167 said:
I also have same issue where it tells me superuser access has been granted. However, about 15 seconds later I get another message saying "Sorry, test failed. This feature can not run on your phone."
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That is exactly what is happening with me.
Thanks Apex - doing that now.
UPDATE:
Nope. clear, uninstall, reboot, reinstall, reboot... and still getting the same results. Bah.
Does Solid Explorer also fail to be able to delete?
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=pl.solidexplorer
Thanks Apex. Solid Explorer worked. Thank you for not giving up on the ideas.
While I am glad I found a solution to deleting the files, I remain a bit concerned about the ES File Explorer problem. It make me think other problems exist that I just haven't hit yet.
Case closed!
Great, glad that worked out for you.