Firmware Hero
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linux

This is an attempt at getting a slightly more modern kernel for the Amazon Kindles that are based on the Freescale i.MX 508.

  • Custom firmware
  • Abandoned
  • Low brick risk

Source code

This project hasn't been claimed by its maintainer yet, so its details come from the community. Is it yours? Claim it

Before you start

How hard is it?
HardUses the command line or developer tools.
What you need
  • A computer
Can it break my device?
Very unlikely to break anything.
Can I undo it?
The project doesn't say. Assume you can't.
Get itOpens github.com

Did it work for you?

Did linux work on your Amazon Kindle 4?

No reports yet.

One-tap reports from owners. Bricked reports are checked before they count.

Compatibility

Devices: Amazon Kindle 4.

No compatibility information yet.

Risk and recovery

Brick risk
Low
Requires opening the device
No