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Is there a way to downgrade Kindles?
Hello!
I have a Kindle PW4 (10th Generation) that's on version 5.16.4. I want to jailbreak it, but the max version for something like LanguageBreak is 5.16.2. Could I put an old firmware file on the Kindle and do a manual update through the settings, or will this screw stuff up or brick my Kindle? I don't mind if I lose my books as I can back them up beforehand via Calibre. |
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Today, 12:03 PM
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No. You need to jailbreak your Kindle before you can downgrade the firmware.
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Today, 12:23 PM
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Dang. Are there any alternative jailbreak methods anyone knows about for newer firmwares like this?
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Today, 12:35 PM
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There is, but it's not released to the general public. It will be once Amazon starts selling next round of new Kindle models.
So your only choice at the moment is to wait and also make sure that your Kindle stays on that firmware 5.16.4. |
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Today, 01:03 PM
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Got it, thank you very much!
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