Took me 5 mins no root needed and as well as putting the Play Store on it also removes the lock screen ads ...result :smiley:
Latest comments (147)
Daz555
29 Nov 16#147
Have a look at XDA - I have a feeling no root for 5.3.2 but it is possible to rollback to 5.3.1 and then root from there. Anyway XDA has it all.
TheOak
29 Nov 16#146
wonderful answer, thank you. Only issue being it HAS OTA updated to 5.3.2 i think. I did the hack to install google play and block ota but it seems the later didnt work...
If you want to mod do not let it connect to your home network and autoupdate. Keep aeroplane mode on until you have at least rooted and blocked OTA updates.
I bought 2 from John Lewis both running v5.1.1 - I have rooted, blocked OTA updates, removed ads, and installed Play Store. That is all I need for now.
JDavies
26 Nov 161#144
Personally, for the sake of a tenner I would go for the 16gb. However, both are expandable to 200gb, so it really doesn't make too much of a difference.
themackerel88
26 Nov 16#143
Would 8gb be suffice for a dad who reads the news, watches videos, Netflix etc or should I go 16gb?
TheOak
25 Nov 16#142
I bought a fire today- running 5.1.3 software. Does anyone know if I can install a proper version of android in place of fire OS? If I install proper android, will it retain the home and back buttons on screen as there are no physical equivalents?
borofan47
25 Nov 16#141
Will this work with the HD6 4th Gen Fire Tablet? I mainly want to install Google Play. I've already got rid of the ads, and don't want to make it into a vanilla Android tablet.
JDavies
25 Nov 16#140
FYI - these tablets do come pre-loaded with Special Offers, unfortunately. I just contacted Amazon to ask whether they can remove the ads for free, but they said no. Last year, it was definitely easier....
swanvesta
25 Nov 16#139
Same price in Argos as well as Amazon, unless it's been said already. Been wanting one of these for a while, and ordered one from Amazon simply for the convenience.
Judethedude2
25 Nov 16#138
I know it's not gonna happen but worth a punt, they just replied with the usual ****, they don't know when lightning deals start and if it will etc etc
little_green
25 Nov 161#137
Yeah bit annoying as the HD 8 was discounted in the States and I was after one as 7 too small. Managed to get a hudl 2 in the tesco deal so not too bothered now but kinda crap they didn't reduce it for us when they did over the Pont and the 7 was discounted
qwerta369
25 Nov 165#136
Good idea, I'm sure they'll reduce it now you've emailed them.
Judethedude2
25 Nov 16#135
I have emailed Amazon asking if they can reduce the HD8 price, disgraceful is still 85 quid !!!
bryanhaines399
25 Nov 16#134
how does this compare to the hudl 1?
pinkie_pip
25 Nov 16#133
What is the difference physically between this and the kids fire edition? Not sure if I should just go for this or hold out for the kids one (or any better)
I honestly dont fear by kids breaking it, they arent babies, nor for the cost does it bother me.
Judethedude2
25 Nov 16#132
So why hasn't the HD8 dropped yet then, I need it too or are Amazon just being tight
Thomablue
24 Nov 16#131
Only certain accounts had email and expired now anyway,I ordered the Tesco deal 16 Gb black model with Case and 32gb sd card £49 each
deany76
24 Nov 16#130
Surely amazon will be equaling or bettering this tomorrow.
Plus you have the amazing returns policy I believe its to Mid Jan 2017 at present.
Currys / PC World on the other hand will treat you with utter distain if you return an item.
I'd hold out till tomorrow IMHO
snippet12
24 Nov 16#129
Will this run snapchat, looking at it for my son thanks
kiwekey
24 Nov 16#128
Thanks for your reply
JaYy_dOg
24 Nov 16#127
ive just checked and dont have any email :disappointed: ?
JDavies
24 Nov 16#126
I agree, but since this is expandable to a max of 200GB, it doesn't make too much of a difference, as you can pick up some sd cards very cheaply.
sean_lea
24 Nov 16#125
Would definitely pay the extra tenner for the 16GB, worth it for the extra memory
Tryingtohelp2
24 Nov 16#124
Using mine just now, first thing you should install is 1 mobile app store. Makes installing things like Kodi (and the auto set up Kodi apps) a breeze, also has all the other missing apps from the Amazon app store.
Still not every app will work on the fire, but most do.
preecey
24 Nov 16#123
Not officially, this has only 1GB of RAM I'm afraid. Pokemon Go needs at least 2GB on Android devices.
kiwekey
24 Nov 16#122
Does anyone know please can you play Pokemon go on this tablet as my son has a Samsung galaxy 3 and you can't :disappointed:
shakerstevens
24 Nov 161#121
When you first sign into Quidco it offered me £10 at 5 different electrical places, AO, Currys etc and then you have to accept the deal, it said its not giving the offer to everyone, sign in and see on the home page its worth a try. On mine it said I had to order before 6pm today.
Min spend was £50 but I ordered the fire stick too.
shakerstevens
24 Nov 16#120
Me too :smiley:
ellessdee
24 Nov 161#119
£20 off £40 spend.
Zstar
24 Nov 16#118
Just got mine! Twitter App is not showing up - can anyone help please?
elmicko1
24 Nov 16#117
great heat - returned 2 I bought last week and purchased same 2 at lower price!
shakerstevens
24 Nov 16#116
Yes but at least it has an SD slot. the 6 HD does not
shakerstevens
24 Nov 16#115
Yes you can. If your prime account ends (i.e. after 30 day trial) the video can no longer be viewed if you connect to the internet, although it seems to stay on forever if never re-connecting it. Useful for kids etc, download a few films to keep. The only thing I would say is I've not tried storing on the SD card, just the included internal memory.
darthvader666uk
24 Nov 161#114
Im waiting for the HD 10 to drop! 10 inch in Min for tablet :smiley:
Babbler
24 Nov 16#113
I tried that - it said it needs google play services and wouldnt let it run! :disappointed:
ngangekrubally
24 Nov 16#112
I have youtubeKids installed on my sons amazon tablet....I had to install the play store application and download through the store.
there is a very good case you can get for these models that are designed for kids
xlxaiwa55xlx
24 Nov 16#106
No.
xlxaiwa55xlx
24 Nov 16#105
can you tell me a better tablet in the same price range then please?
xlxaiwa55xlx
24 Nov 16#104
never buy Amazon own products before black Friday, they always discount the same items.
lee1986
24 Nov 16#103
I hope these will be this price Monday!!
milest
24 Nov 16#102
Nice Site Cheers!
jackthabiskit
24 Nov 16#101
Ahhh ok :man:
chrisnasah
24 Nov 16#100
Well you can install Kodi and sell on Ebay for a good profit :smiley:
jackthabiskit
24 Nov 16#99
Do these have a crazy sell on value or something? Just seen someone collect "10" from argos ! :confused:
phanco
24 Nov 16#98
Can these run PLEX and Chromecast (basically looking to replace plex on NOWTV on my Kitchen telly with a Spare CC I have and this tab for a tidier and more capable setup).
I have googled but there doesn't seem to be a definitive answer...
MrPuddington
24 Nov 16#97
Not really. The screen resolution is too low, the backlight too bright, so it is best for consuming videos.
Even games are tricky, because the Amazon Store is quite barren compared to the Google Store (which is not available on this device).
Still, can't beat the price.
growlytiger1
24 Nov 16#96
The adverts are only on the lock screen, it's not like they randomly pop-up when you're watching a film or browsing.
??/tHEY GIVE OFFER IF ORDER MORE THAN 50£.And your is less than 50.BTW ---they simply give 25£ ???
wildlotos3
24 Nov 16#93
QUestion is --is this WITH SPECIAL OFFER like in Amazon - i mean withanoing advertisements instead screensavers -and if you want switch off this - you should pay 10 Pounds?!?!?!?
Zstar
24 Nov 161#92
Omg just got one via Amazon Now.. should be here by lunchtime! Whoopie!!! :smile:
It's been a bad year, I deserve it :smiley:
Thomablue
24 Nov 16#91
Email from Quidco ,giving £10 off
JaYy_dOg
24 Nov 16#90
how are people getting quidco £10 cashback???
wildlotos3
24 Nov 16#89
People - buy for 30 pound ,add Micro SD 32 gb for 10 pounds - and have 40 gb instead 16 gb
o1nk000
23 Nov 161#88
Just to add ....
Tesco have the 16GB version ..... plus the official Amazon case (£20) ..... plus a 32GB SD card
£49.99
Just under £28 for the 16GB version with a foundation brush for the missus..
qwerta369
23 Nov 162#86
I have a pen is it worth getting a pineapple?
Zoom_Zoom230
23 Nov 16#85
Perfect for taking on holiday instead of an expensive iPad.
sarahjjj
23 Nov 16#84
I have just ordered one from Very, it's also £29.99 I also got an sd card for £11.99 as I'm a new customer I used the code KY7JY and got £20 off so got it for just over £25 including postage.
kristmace
23 Nov 16#83
Bought 2 of these for my kids about 6 months ago at £40. Great value and perfect for their needs.
Ciggy
23 Nov 162#82
how? it's says 3.3 percent cash back on mine
Ciggy
23 Nov 16#81
how do you know if are eligible thanks
umirza85
23 Nov 16#80
I have a xiaomi mi max is it still worth getting this?
ruffguidance
23 Nov 16#79
Heat added.2 per account holder.Great price.
Mum2ConnornCerys
23 Nov 16#78
Not impressed with these. I bought one last year,obviously might be slightly different to this years version but on Black Friday deals,for a child of mine, had chew with it, Amazon sent me a replacement but children's edition which had some free content on or something. I wouldn't want spend much on a tablet for a child but if for teenager or adult, buy something better.
Newbold
23 Nov 16#77
Arguably it's not as good (and the Tesco deal is still on by the way) because for an extra £10 Tesco include the case and a 32GB SD card.
pcastley
23 Nov 16#76
It's £29.99 in Argos too
RudiBryson
23 Nov 161#75
Mine was the same , but go to google settings , click your account and untick all the refresh / sync boxes .... mines pretty fast again now .
DonkeyKonk
23 Nov 16#74
I had a few vouchers and wasn't too bothered about this having had a buggy experience with a kindle tablet when they came out a few hears ago, but I decided to get one and have been really rather impressed. I got the 16gb one.
One tip, don't install the BBC media app thing, just install iPlayer (if you install the media app it actually messes up the iPlayer app)
qwerta369
23 Nov 16#73
Large up. Let me know how you get on. Also, ignore the add-on zip file, just use the two zip files.
iibdii
23 Nov 16#72
How is the glass on lcd is it any strong or cheap easily breakable as rest of them
Also how is Amazon marketplace for games
bandhan1983
23 Nov 16#71
Last year I bought this for my twins for £34.99 from Amazon.
Hot!
Rickardo
23 Nov 16#70
Surely mobile data only needed if not in range of wifi?
sm-1991
23 Nov 16#69
I have had to return 2 of these within a few months due to the screen going red, its a known problem.
slacker
23 Nov 16#68
Cheers fella!
qwerta369
23 Nov 161#67
The one that you quoted man!
slacker
23 Nov 16#66
Did you follow a guide? If so then which one?
maisiemoo145
23 Nov 16#65
Thanx OP....Previously I'd ordered this (earlier this month via QVC £106.00 FOR 2) - Just bought 1 from Amazon for £39.99 so I've sent back the QVC pair (only needed one Tablet anyway lol) Voted HOT :sunglasses:
qwerta369
23 Nov 16#64
Now have a full fledged vanilla Android tablet, cleansed of everything Amazon. :smiley:
growlytiger1
23 Nov 16#63
It's a shame that this Fire is loaded with all the unnecessary Amazon apps which you can't remove without rooting, but it's not hard to throw them all in a folder and hide it away somewhere.
It was easy enough to get the Play Store on it, and so far it seems like an OK device for £30...
little_green
23 Nov 161#62
That's what I'm torn over.
Ideally I'd like sth with a bigger screen hence if hd8 or another bigger screen tablet drops tomorrow I'll be kicking myself at getting the HD 7" on the other hand if I don't get this and nothing drops (to a good price) I'll kick myself for missing out on this deal....
Bahhhh :disappointed:
cambourne7
23 Nov 161#61
is it worth waiting to see if fire HD 8" goes down in price? is it better than the 7"
UKPokemonMaster
23 Nov 16#60
I think it might not work as I believe these Amazon Fire tablets won't have GPS for location services. Unsure if WiFi will work for this.
Blade3
23 Nov 16#59
Thanks HJ, just saw the Quidco post , its hot ! , so you can get this for £20 & the amazon stick for £15 going thru Quidco! Right?....can someone pls confirm
Also what could Amazon offer on B.friday to beat this price??!
HJboss
23 Nov 16#58
How did u get it for 19.99 from quidco ??
R1992
23 Nov 16#57
It works :smiley:
quixoticduck
23 Nov 16#56
Does that definitely work? :smiley: I've never tried it, I always worried in case the receipt might be tied to a specific id number for that device or something.
qwerta369
23 Nov 16#55
Just received mine now (Amazon Prime Now). It's running Fire OS 5.1.1 :smiley:
Let the fun begin..
Fatal1ty
23 Nov 16#54
Yeah. I already have a nexus 7. Was wondering how it compares.
danielthomas4
23 Nov 16#53
pokemon go wont work sorry....
you need a tablet that can receive mobile data from a sim card.
these dont have that ability Im afraid
scrumpypaul
23 Nov 161#52
Anybody got any links to muck cheap but capable rugged cases for when wee'n decides to drop it?
scrumpypaul
23 Nov 16#51
I didn't know about that - thanks, just ordered an orange 8gb for the wee'n to watch Prodigy and Slipknot videos on.
scrumpypaul
23 Nov 16#50
Fair do's, but this is the only Android device I actually use - and then I generally use it purely for reading - and it helps that it is already baked into the settings. Cheers anyway.
SP
Col7five
23 Nov 16#49
Do a Google search for : seo michael
Baggy73
23 Nov 161#48
Heat Added. used quidco so got mine for £19.99
jarvist1980
23 Nov 16#47
is this same as the Tesco offer earlier in week?
qwerta369
23 Nov 16#46
Looks like you have to downgrade the ROM first. Unless on 5.3.1.0 or newer. Depends what age the shipping stock is I suppose..
OMKA
23 Nov 16#45
Good offer. 2 bought for cousins for Christmas
fishmaster
23 Nov 16#44
This can be achieved on any Android device that can run Twilight and similar apps.
Blue Light affects Melatonin production which means that it's harder to sleep for many people if they've been looking at screens emitting colour temperatures that affect Melatonin production later in the evening. Changing the colour temperature using an app that does this automatically based on sunset/sunrise is supposed to help. Apple also have this built in to their IOS system since version IOS9, the feature is called Night Shift.
slacker
23 Nov 16#43
Reading the comments it sounds like that method (possibly) doesn't work any more?
Babbler
23 Nov 16#42
Friday.
Today is just amazon matching argos matching pc world etc. A matching heaven! Tesco next lol.
Better with the argos £10 quidco cashback if you are eligible.
adam_2004 to Babbler
23 Nov 16#38
How would I know if I am eligible? Its been years since I used quidco, thanks.
dankerrysmum
23 Nov 162#31
Side load kodi with a kids build on and you have some fab Xmas presents , these models with kodi installed go for £70 +++ on ebay
aishaukhan to dankerrysmum
23 Nov 16#33
Can you explain how? I would love to do that but don't know, thanks
slacker to dankerrysmum
23 Nov 161#37
Can you suggest a guide?
cowcrazy
23 Nov 16#5
I paid 49.99 last week :/ how annoying
R1992 to cowcrazy
23 Nov 1611#6
Buy one now and return it using old receipt, you're welcome :smile:
krisztiankorom to cowcrazy
23 Nov 16#36
Chang back and get back your money.
JJBDude
23 Nov 16#35
Thanks for replying. Really want to get a device my boy can play the game on so he can join in with me. He would love this tablet though for other reasons so may still get one just hoped it had the added bonus of being able to play Pokémon Go.
TehJumpingJawa
23 Nov 16#11
Fire 7" is older and significantly lower spec than the Fire 6 HD, right?
Rickardo to TehJumpingJawa
23 Nov 16#19
No, this 7" is newer, but lower spec. There used to be an HD7, which was older!
Comparison video (or go on Amazon and they have a full comparison table for all Fire tablets, even on the app): https://youtu.be/gmXVVd7o9X0
dearley1231 to TehJumpingJawa
23 Nov 16#23
The 7" Fire has quad core A7 processor which is like four low power cores versus the Fire 6 HD's quad core processor of two high performance A15 and two low power A7s. Therefore the Fire 6 HD has the better processor but I am buying the 7" because my Nvidia Tegra 4 Note (4 x A15) has stopped charging after about 2 years. That tablet had 1GB RAM too and struggled with some webpages but was generally okay. The difference would be noticeable at times so I would choose the 6 HD if the price was right and you're okay with the smaller screen.
winstonmanc to TehJumpingJawa
23 Nov 16#34
No. The Fire 7" has a lower spec, but I wouldn't say it is significantly lower.
JJBDude
23 Nov 16#17
Does anyone have one and can confirm this can successfully play Pokemon Go? Tried browsing the web and couldn't find definitive answer
Rickardo to JJBDude
23 Nov 16#20
Pokemon wasn't in the Amazon App Store when I last checked, but Google Play store can easily be added (which also removes the not-that-obtrusive special offer ads on the lock screen). Check the other Fire 7 posts for link to tutorial.
gazman090970 to JJBDude
23 Nov 16#32
Couldn't get it to work on a 5th gen i was able to sideload it and install but at the point where you choose your first pokemon when throwing the pokeballs it would never target so you can't progress past that point.£29.99 is a decent price but i can say the quality is not even close to the 1st gen fire hd it is one solid tablet especially the toughened screen these newer generation screens do not take much abuse.
msharif911
23 Nov 161#30
Hot! I bought one of these (cant remember which model) and you can remove the ads and put Google Playstore on and have a fully functioning decent Tablet for the price of an Aspirin.
Stevie Badman
23 Nov 16#10
cold - 1gb ram and a crappy screen
speric07 to Stevie Badman
23 Nov 161#28
Heat - £30
Carina2011
23 Nov 16#27
Are these any good for children? I'm looking for something to replace their hudls
PJ70
23 Nov 16#26
I already do, but they don't have every book that Kindle does so I'd like the choice.
scrumpypaul
23 Nov 16#25
I've got the HD6 and it's great for night time reading as you can turn off bluescreen meaning it is much easier on the eyes. Very happy with it.
bobbler
23 Nov 16#24
Maybe he already has a first generation Nexus and wants to know if it's worth the upgrade... As do I. Agreed with the lag though it's pretty bad now to the point of being unusable
Rickardo
23 Nov 161#22
As Amazon owns Audible, it wants you to use (read, pay) that!
Fatal1ty
23 Nov 161#13
How do these compare with the gen 1 nexus 7?
Rockingtheboat to Fatal1ty
23 Nov 16#21
Do not buy a first gen nexus. My one although bought when it first came out now has so much lag it feels like working in slow motion
Boyee
23 Nov 16#3
Any good as a ebook?
tallpete33 to Boyee
23 Nov 161#18
Not great, get a proper kindle if you read a lot. Better for your eyes, lighter and much longer battery life. Just bought my daughter the 6 inch one for £56.99 and it is excellent.
PJ70
23 Nov 16#16
Some of their tablets had a feature that could read Kindle ones out to you. I know there were limited models and I think they've stopped that now.
PJ70
23 Nov 16#14
Can these models read Kindle books out loud? I know it's not great but I've been after one for ages.
kpearsoncj to PJ70
23 Nov 16#15
u prob need auduble app ?
adamwilko007
23 Nov 161#12
Further drop Friday?
ern
23 Nov 161#9
Does this one have "Special Offers"
The Amazon price match one does
"Special offers and sponsored screensavers display when your device is in sleep mode"
There is no mention of special offers on the PC World page as far as I can see
cowcrazy
23 Nov 16#8
Bought on Amazon sorry not pc world but I'm going to try my luck at emailing them as was 8 days ago doubt will get anywhere :/
daymouse
23 Nov 16#7
Does anyone know of you can save video and music from the prime apps for offline viewing to the sd card?
debbiemcguire89
23 Nov 16#4
The Argos deal is live too :wink:
boss911999
23 Nov 16#1
Amazon has price matched.
JDavies to boss911999
23 Nov 16#2
Good to know, as the Tangerine colour is not available at PC World. Thanks.
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Fire OS
169 pixels per inch
MediaTek MTK8125 processor
Apps available from Amazon Marketplace
microSD card slot
Colours available are classic Black, Magenta and Blue (Tangerine does not seem to be available)
Also, have the 16GB model at £39.99
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Top comments
Took me 5 mins no root needed and as well as putting the Play Store on it also removes the lock screen ads ...result :smiley:
Latest comments (147)
Any idea if and when 5.3.2 would be rootable?
If you want to mod do not let it connect to your home network and autoupdate. Keep aeroplane mode on until you have at least rooted and blocked OTA updates.
I bought 2 from John Lewis both running v5.1.1 - I have rooted, blocked OTA updates, removed ads, and installed Play Store. That is all I need for now.
I honestly dont fear by kids breaking it, they arent babies, nor for the cost does it bother me.
Plus you have the amazing returns policy I believe its to Mid Jan 2017 at present.
Currys / PC World on the other hand will treat you with utter distain if you return an item.
I'd hold out till tomorrow IMHO
Still not every app will work on the fire, but most do.
Min spend was £50 but I ordered the fire stick too.
Took me 5 mins no root needed and as well as putting the Play Store on it also removes the lock screen ads ...result :smiley:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Amazon-Fire-Kid-Proof-Tablet-Generation/dp/B011VXRTTE
I have googled but there doesn't seem to be a definitive answer...
Even games are tricky, because the Amazon Store is quite barren compared to the Google Store (which is not available on this device).
Still, can't beat the price.
I don't really think it's worth the hassle/risk.
http://troypoint.com/how-to-root-amazon-fire-7-5th-gen-tablet-install-slimrom/
^^ makes Amazon Fire 7 a vanilla Android tablet.
It's been a bad year, I deserve it :smiley:
Tesco have the 16GB version ..... plus the official Amazon case (£20) ..... plus a 32GB SD card
£49.99
http://www.tesco.com/direct/amazon-fire-7-16gb-with-case-and-32gb-memory-sd-card/325-2122.prd?pageLevel=sku&skuId=325-2122
Free store pick up
Just under £28 for the 16GB version with a foundation brush for the missus..
One tip, don't install the BBC media app thing, just install iPlayer (if you install the media app it actually messes up the iPlayer app)
Also how is Amazon marketplace for games
Hot!
It was easy enough to get the Play Store on it, and so far it seems like an OK device for £30...
Ideally I'd like sth with a bigger screen hence if hd8 or another bigger screen tablet drops tomorrow I'll be kicking myself at getting the HD 7" on the other hand if I don't get this and nothing drops (to a good price) I'll kick myself for missing out on this deal....
Bahhhh :disappointed:
Also what could Amazon offer on B.friday to beat this price??!
Let the fun begin..
you need a tablet that can receive mobile data from a sim card.
these dont have that ability Im afraid
SP
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.urbandroid.lux&hl=en_GB
Blue Light affects Melatonin production which means that it's harder to sleep for many people if they've been looking at screens emitting colour temperatures that affect Melatonin production later in the evening. Changing the colour temperature using an app that does this automatically based on sunset/sunrise is supposed to help. Apple also have this built in to their IOS system since version IOS9, the feature is called Night Shift.
Today is just amazon matching argos matching pc world etc. A matching heaven! Tesco next lol.
http://troypoint.com/how-to-root-amazon-fire-7-5th-gen-tablet-install-slimrom/
Comparison video (or go on Amazon and they have a full comparison table for all Fire tablets, even on the app):
https://youtu.be/gmXVVd7o9X0
The Amazon price match one does
"Special offers and sponsored screensavers display when your device is in sleep mode"
There is no mention of special offers on the PC World page as far as I can see