[Q] Amazon AppStore requiring mobile # for one-click - Nook Color Themes and Apps

I've been pulling the free app of the day from the Amazon AppStore ever since it debuted. However, I noticed two days ago that it suddenly said I needed to enable one-click, and when I followed the link it prompts me to enter my mobile #. Since I'm on the Nook, I don't have one, and I don't have an Android phone. Anyone know how to work around this?

You should be able to use any cell phone to activate the one click.

joenathane said:
You should be able to use any cell phone to activate the one click.
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That's what I would've thought as well, but even after trying that it still tells me I need to activate 1-click specifically for the Nook as a mobile device, and the help for that screen says that the phone number I enter is associated with the mobile device from which I'm trying to access Amazon services.
EDIT: Never mind...(semi-)user error. Somehow my payment method had been disassociated from my one-click.

Why not use your google voice number?
Thats what I did.

You don't need to use any phone number, I just put my credit card info for one clic which was already saved. Just scroll a bit down.

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Amazon AppStore outside of US

I was able to use Amazon App store to get the daily free apps outside of the US until last week with US address and credit card sign in, but now I cannot any longer. I get that because of my geographical location I cannot purchase an app. I have to be using a US based IP in order to download. This is new and I will be greatfull if there is any info regarding this "problem"
works here, just downloaded Sound Sleep Deluxe
did you used market enabler to set one US operator ?
blueseeker said:
works here, just downloaded Sound Sleep Deluxe
did you used market enabler to set one US operator ?
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Where are you based? It does not work for me any longer. I am in Canada.
Works here in the UK for me, just downloaded an app
I honestly have no idea why. On the phone an tablet I have - Purchase started and after User authenticated and the purchase cancels. On the computer I get -
We are sorry...
We could not process your order because of geographical restrictions on the product which you were attempting to purchase. Please refer to the terms of use for this product to determine the geographical restrictions.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused you.
I did cerate a new account with US address, set the one click setting, and still nothing. Is there anybody else from Canada having the same problem?
so its just not me havin this issue
i cant seem to download any more apps the last few days
updatin still no problem
just cant dl any more apps
elena11 said:
I honestly have no idea why. On the phone an tablet I have - Purchase started and after User authenticated and the purchase cancels. On the computer I get -
We are sorry...
We could not process your order because of geographical restrictions on the product which you were attempting to purchase. Please refer to the terms of use for this product to determine the geographical restrictions.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused you.
I did cerate a new account with US address, set the one click setting, and still nothing. Is there anybody else from Canada having the same problem?
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Me too has same problem
It worked since last week,now its not
I'm from India
FallenOut said:
so its just not me having this issue
i cant seem to download any more apps the last few days
updating still no problem
just cant dl any more apps
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The same thing here regarding the updates. May be we can spoof the IP on a computer and buy them from amazon.com straight. After that just install them on the phone or tab.
It worked. I downloaded Hotspot Shield and faked my IP on the computer. Signed -in in Amazon.com with my computer and got the free app for the day (Sound Sleep). After just used the amazon appstore on my phone and downloaded and installed it the already "purchased" app. It works for now.
@elena
Thanks worked for me
elena11 said:
It worked. I downloaded Hotspot Shield and faked my IP on the computer. Signed -in in Amazon.com with my computer and got the free app for the day (Sound Sleep). After just used the amazon appstore on my phone and downloaded and installed it the already "purchased" app. It works for now.
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Just tried it on my PC, its not working, still getting the same message, and apparently for some reason amazon.com is still detecting I am in Canada (I get the "shopping from Canada banner").
Strange that hotspotshield is indeed working (verified my IP using several methods and even got region locked hulu to work without a problem).
Any insights ?
elena11 said:
It worked. I downloaded Hotspot Shield and faked my IP on the computer. Signed -in in Amazon.com with my computer and got the free app for the day (Sound Sleep). After just used the amazon appstore on my phone and downloaded and installed it the already "purchased" app. It works for now.
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It didn't work for me (although I guess it should have), maybe because I tried to logon without the proxy first and it flagged my account somehow? Even in Chrome's Anonymous it didn't work. Also checked my ip and hotspot shield was working.
It was fine 'till some days ago, with almost 200 free apps downloaded.
Use a US based proxy & set this in your browser settings.
Use VPN
You can set up and account with a free VPN server in the USA and then start that before going to the Amazon site. The SGS2 can also use the VPN you set up so that you can get there from the phone also.
Regards,
John.
yeah... you can use RaptorVPN... you can configure it on your phone and then download the apps.
I finally got it to work again in the phone, using Orbot and this config:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=20721805&postcount=10

[Q] Cannot see Paid Apps sections in Market

Hi,
I've just got hold of a Transformer Prime and am loving it, but I have one issue so far. I'm unable to see any Paid Apps in the market, just the free ones. I have an Android phone and am using the same google account on both. The phone works fine and I've made a few purchases from it historically without any problem. Indeed when I setup the Prime it installed some of my previously purchased apps onto itself. I've seen some discussion on using Market Enabler, but also seen that doesn't work properly on ICS. I'm just confused as to why it would be OK from the phone and not the Prime. I've performed factory resets, not provided my google account details on setup and directly into the market, but nothing works.
I'm based in the Channel Islands which may be part of the issue with regards to locallity and Market availability. But on all my previous Android phones it's been OK.
Any advice welcomed.
MPLEP
"the item you were attempting to purchace could not be found"
Same here. I live in Guam, USA and have the same problem. My prime is now on .14, unlocked, and rooted. Im gonna try some of the other market enabler apps and see if that works.
FIXED
I rooted using vipermod, installed marketaccess using a UK provider code, cleared android market data and its fine now.
But can you actually buy?
Yes you can see paid apps via root->marketaccess->clear market data, but can you actually buy them? I keep getting "The item you were attempting to purchase could not be found" when I try to buy any app.
Apparently it has something to do with the Market version?
Anyone?
Yes, I actually noticed that problem when I went to purchase something lol. A workaround is to purchase the item on my Android phone, then it's available to download on the Prime as the Market knows I've already purchased it. Annoying, but it's a workaround. I will hit problems when I want an application for the Prime that's not compatible on the phone though.
I don't know where the problem is, I looked into VPN solutions but it's all a load of hassle really. I've contacted Google about the problem but heard nothing yet.
Exactly the problem...
...trying to buy the two Tegra3-optimized games that can't be bought on the phone.
It's so freaking difficult being a law-abiding citizen these days. I am just a few clicks away from getting warez and start playing already!
I got it working!!!
Now I don't have the exact steps to get it working, because I only just noticed that on the web version of Market my Prime is now displayed with the faked carrier in front of its name. And then I was able to purchase the paid games I wanted on the web and have them OTA'ed to my Prime. Then I went to check the Market app on my prime, and I no longer get the "could not be found" error! So I went and bought something from my Prime and it also worked!
My *unproven* theory is that by setting the faked carrier and trying various things with it (downloading free apps from Market on the Prime) and leaving it on for a day or so, somehow the Market central database (or something) started to recognize my Prime as from the faked carrier. Then everything worked.
Or perhaps I did something *specific* that caused the Market central database (or something) to recognize my faked carrier. I was playing around with all the Setting/Location settings just a few minutes ago. Dunno if they did anything.
Note also that to make the purchase successful I had my credit card address in Google Wallet changed to an address matching the country of the faked carrier.

Google Wallet Quirks

So I just spent about the last hour trying to get funds to add to my prepaid Google card and found some quirks that may help others avoid some frustration.
EDIT: THIS INFORMATION MAY BE WRONG!!! It's been mentioned that once the Google Wallet sees the tampered bootloader, we may have problems using Google Wallet.
I also went ahead and already rooted my phone today so that might have been the reason for the problems.
1. There was an update for Google Wallet pending. Before I did that, I couldn't even get my Google prepaid card to activate(and give me $10 bucks)
2. It appears as if you have root on your phone, you will need to grant root permissions to Google Wallet.
3. "Unfortunately Google Wallet Has Stopped Working" - I got this message a lot. I think it may be another issue with root. In order to get around it, I put in all of my card information and then made sure to UNCHECK "Remember this card for future top ups" My thought process behind this is maybe Google wants to make sure that your card information doesn't get stored on a phone that has root access(where the information can be accessed later)
Other thoughts:
I used a Mastercard debit card for my adding of funds even though they say debit cards won't work. I think as long as your debit card can be ran as credit, it will work fine for Google Wallet
spanky34 said:
So I just spent about the last hour trying to get funds to add to my prepaid Google card and found some quirks that may help others avoid some frustration.
EDIT: THIS INFORMATION MAY BE WRONG!!! It's been mentioned that once the Google Wallet sees the tampered bootloader, we may have problems using Google Wallet.
I also went ahead and already rooted my phone today so that might have been the reason for the problems.
1. There was an update for Google Wallet pending. Before I did that, I couldn't even get my Google prepaid card to activate(and give me $10 bucks)
2. It appears as if you have root on your phone, you will need to grant root permissions to Google Wallet.
3. "Unfortunately Google Wallet Has Stopped Working" - I got this message a lot. I think it may be another issue with root. In order to get around it, I put in all of my card information and then made sure to UNCHECK "Remember this card for future top ups" My thought process behind this is maybe Google wants to make sure that your card information doesn't get stored on a phone that has root access(where the information can be accessed later)
Other thoughts:
I used a Mastercard debit card for my adding of funds even though they say debit cards won't work. I think as long as your debit card can be ran as credit, it will work fine for Google Wallet
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yeah I rooted and now google wallets very pissed at me haha oh well
Mine is still working. 4 hours afterwards.. Not sure why
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I haven't rooted but I can't get the prepaid card with the free $10 to add to my account.
TempeDuck said:
I haven't rooted but I can't get the prepaid card with the free $10 to add to my account.
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it took forever when i did it, maybe a full 60-90 seconds IIRC
Does getting the unsupported device message mean it will work if it has root? When I grant root it still says my device is supported.
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I rooted and then set up Wallet. IT asked for root permissions, I denied it. Everything worked fine after that. Admittedly I haven't tried actually using it to pay for something...
It's odd that my app appears to still be working even though I have given it root. Now to try and actually use it today.
So, I rooted using the method on the development page, opened google wallet, it asked for SU permission, I gave it. I was then able to create the prepaid card, it seems to be working now.
The app seems to be working whether you allow or deny SU permissions. Have not been able to test a purchase yet.
Something else to note... When I cleared SU permissions, Wallet cache and data to try it again by denying SU permissions my credit card info was not saved to the cloud and needed to be re-entered. However Citi bank apparently is having issues right now allowing a card to be authorized multiple times and it gets denied. Have been told a fix is being worked on to allow Wallet to be removed from the Citi account and should be ready by Tuesday.
unsupported device ?
Everything seemed to be working fine . Setup account got $10 credit now says unsupported device click to learn more and pretty much says because I gained root access its unsupported . I tried using voodoo ota app to temp unroot and still says same . Any solutions to fix other than running ruu to unroot ? Has anyone tried using to purchase something with the unsupported device and if so what were your results ?
Thanks
Edit : Just tried it out and works
I denied su and everything seems to be working fine for me. Like previously stated it did take about 45 to 60 seconds for the add but it went through fine.
FlaXB9R said:
Everything seemed to be working fine . Setup account got $10 credit now says unsupported device click to learn more and pretty much says because I gained root access its unsupported . I tried using voodoo ota app to temp unroot and still says same . Any solutions to fix other than running ruu to unroot ? Has anyone tried using to purchase something with the unsupported device and if so what were your results ?
Thanks
Edit : Just tried it out and works
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So even though it says "Unsupported device" it still lets you buy stuff? Can you still add funds/cards as well?
Socrguru said:
So even though it says "Unsupported device" it still lets you buy stuff? Can you still add funds/cards as well?
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I can't get sh*t to work, when I try to add a Google Card i get an error, I don't have a citi card so I cant add that.
For me this doesn't work, am I missing something?
I set up google wallet the day I got the phone, then I rooted it the following day. Tried using the prepaid $10 card at the gas station yesterday, and all I had to do was deny root access when it asked, and the transaction went through.
I haven't tried to add funds and I don't have citi bank so can't comment on that . I didn't set up my account till after root and I denied su . I got my $10 credit and IIRC it didn't say unsupported device till after I got the credit . Posted question right after then I went to 7-11 and used with no problem. It even said unsupported device when wallet opened for purchase. Tried yesterday at MC Donald and it didn't work but it didn't even read the nfc thinking it is because if the new otterbox defender series case though and I didn't want to pull phone out of case. I'll try to add funds and also use again and post my findings.
So does the wallet app need to be opened in order to use it?
I know it says that you just have to wake the device, but everytime I've tried it that way = no good. I'll have to find someplace when it's not busy so I can play around with it, hating trying when got multiple people in line behind me.
bernechad said:
So does the wallet app need to be opened in order to use it?
I know it says that you just have to wake the device, but everytime I've tried it that way = no good. I'll have to find someplace when it's not busy so I can play around with it, hating trying when got multiple people in line behind me.
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u just need ur screen on, no need to load the app
I've had some trouble topping up the pre-paid card. When I enter my CC info the wallet app will force close when I submit the info. However if I uncheck the box that saves the CC info the transaction will go through. It's not a game breaker but it sure is annoying.
rpwhite3 said:
I can't get sh*t to work, when I try to add a Google Card i get an error, I don't have a citi card so I cant add that.
For me this doesn't work, am I missing something?
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So I rooted my phone today to get wifi working, and then decided to try wallet again and it works fine. I allowed it to get root as well, didn't realize when it asked so ...
I now have 10 in credit, will try the payment tomorrow.
Crazy..
Also does wallet just stay running all the time in the tray? Does that affect bat life at all?

Stolen Phone, Perhaps a way to find it

Hello,
My girlfriend has lost her phone. In fact somebody actually stole it in her car.
The person seems to have put a new simcard in it, without removing the google account setup.
This has created a new entry in the google play store, with the operator name that changed.
I don't know yet if the phone has been reset or not, but is there a way to get more info from google play like sim card phone number ?
If you have any advice or app I could try to install remotely...
There was "Where is my droid lite" enabled so the texting could work, but I first need to get the person's phone number.
Thanks for any help
Best regards,
AureusZ.
aureusz said:
Hello,
My girlfriend has lost her phone. In fact somebody actually stole it in her car.
The person seems to have put a new simcard in it, without removing the google account setup.
This has created a new entry in the google play store, with the operator name that changed.
I don't know yet if the phone has been reset or not, but is there a way to get more info from google play like sim card phone number ?
If you have any advice or app I could try to install remotely...
There was "Where is my droid lite" enabled so the texting could work, but I first need to get the person's phone number.
Thanks for any help
Best regards,
AureusZ.
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Whose your phone carrier? try talking to them they might be able to trace the phone if it is activated it would be worth a shot

Polaroid PMID720 and Google Play

Hey, I'm new to the forum and wanted to say thanks in advance for the help and to mention that I searched the forum before posting so I apologize if I've overlooked something.
I recently purchased a Polaroid PMID720 dual core Android 4.1 tablet to keep myself busy at work and I don't have access to the Google Play store, I had purchased a Polaroid PMID701 for my daugher for Christmas and had no problem getting the Google Market installed but so far I haven't been able to do the same with this one. I initially triend installing the older Google Market following the instructions found at the-digital-reader website (these are the instructions I used for my daughter's 701) but after I get it installed and attempt to start the app it crashes when I try to add my Google account. While searching I've stumbled onto the thread for the Polaroid AIO software several times but Southern Telecom (the company that makes the Polaroid tablets) doesn't offer the firmware for the PMID720 on their website.
I know that this is far from a high end tablet - it was purchased to watch a few videos, read some ebooks, and screw around on the web when I'm dead at work - but not having access to the Google Play store severly limits its usefulness (the Amazon store suuuucks). Any advice is appreciated and, again, thanks in advance for the help.
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Hey, I'm new to the forum and wanted to say thanks in advance for the help and to mention that I searched the forum before posting so I apologize if I've overlooked something.
I recently purchased a Polaroid PMID720 dual core Android 4.1 tablet to keep myself busy at work and I don't have access to the Google Play store, I had purchased a Polaroid PMID701 for my daugher for Christmas and had no problem getting the Google Market installed but so far I haven't been able to do the same with this one. I initially triend installing the older Google Market following the instructions found at the-digital-reader website (these are the instructions I used for my daughter's 701) but after I get it installed and attempt to start the app it crashes when I try to add my Google account. While searching I've stumbled onto the thread for the Polaroid AIO software several times but Southern Telecom (the company that makes the Polaroid tablets) doesn't offer the firmware for the PMID720 on their website.
I know that this is far from a high end tablet - it was purchased to watch a few videos, read some ebooks, and screw around on the web when I'm dead at work - but not having access to the Google Play store severly limits its usefulness (the Amazon store suuuucks). Any advice is appreciated and, again, thanks in advance for the help.
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Google: "Installing Google Play without rooting on Android Mobiles or Tablets"
I cannot enter the url. I had the same exact problem as you. This method has worked for me (I also have PMID720 and got the same error as you when following the instructions that worked with earlier models).
While I was able to get Android Market installed, Google Services seemed to crash constantly. Also, none of the music apps running on the PMID720 recognized the playlists on my SD card (the same playlists that worked flawlessly on my old Emerson EMS543 and another Android device).
So, my solution was to return the PMID720 and exchange for a PMID705. Yes, it's slightly slower and less memory, but everything works: Android Market, Play Lists, etc... And, it was $30 cheaper.
I followed the instructions at:
http://www.the-digital-reader.com/2...ps-gplay-etc-on-polaroi-pmid701/#.UN48FG9X2WZ
The Play Store would say 'blah no data provisioning' or 'no reliable service...'.
I then went to Settings>Accessibility and at the bottom there is box to enhance web accessibility. I turned that on and launched the Market and followed the prompts. Afterwards a Google account was in my settings and I could access my apps at the Play Store. I then reset the Accessibility setting to 'Not Allowed' because I do not know what all it does.
I should also mention that I altered my '/etc/hosts' file, but I am not sure that was needed. I immediately downloaded the XDA app and saw your post. Wierd, huh?
Hope this helps.
Edit: I erased the google market and retried my steps and they failed. I had to install the apps in this order to get it to work again (I did leave the Accessiblity feature on again):
1) OneTimeInitializer-signed.apk
2) SetupWizard.apk
3) GoogleServicesFramework-signed.apk
4) vending-3.1.3-signed.apk
When I tried to connect with my gmail I got the same errors as above until I rebooted my tablet, it then finally connected. I sincerely hope this works for you. Also if you have installed any of the above, delete their data and reinstall.
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The Play Store would say 'blah no data provisioning' or 'no reliable service...'.
I then went to Settings>Accessibility and at the bottom there is box to enhance web accessibility. I turned that on and launched the Market and followed the prompts. Afterwards a Google account was in my settings and I could access my apps at the Play Store. I then reset the Accessibility setting to 'Not Allowed' because I do not know what all it does.
I should also mention that I altered my '/etc/hosts' file, but I am not sure that was needed. I immediately downloaded the XDA app and saw your post. Wierd, huh?
Hope this helps.
Edit: I erased the google market and retried my steps and they failed. I had to install the apps in this order to get it to work again (I did leave the Accessiblity feature on again):
1) OneTimeInitializer-signed.apk
2) SetupWizard.apk
3) GoogleServicesFramework-signed.apk
4) vending-3.1.3-signed.apk
When I tried to connect with my gmail I got the same errors as above until I rebooted my tablet, it then finally connected. I sincerely hope this works for you. Also if you have installed any of the above, delete their data and reinstall.
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I followed your instructions, but after the reboot, I still got the no data provisioning error. I then toggled the wifi to airplane mode and back and then I was able to sign in and download apps from the Market and the Gmail app began syncing. Chuck
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FreakTab. ...lookup pmid720 post .. use adb method.. worked for me.. all else failed. this site has large polaroid section. many ROMs but nothing for 720.. this method will root phone.. turn off ota update on the tab.. this is at own risk.. mistakes or random chance can brick
polaroid tablet brand pmid720
kevo2 said:
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FreakTab. ...lookup pmid720 post .. use adb method.. worked for me.. all else failed. this site has large polaroid section. many ROMs but nothing for 720.. this method will root phone.. turn off ota update on the tab.. this is at own risk.. mistakes or random chance can brick
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uhmm i had a similar problem except my tablet now when i turn my tablet it has 2 polaroid start up screens and continues to load instead of turning all the way on
I am a nooooob at doing this. could one of you please give me a step by step way to doing this for polaroid 4s tablet android 4.2.2? i need this fast to save some data. I can only save it with G+ as far as i am aware.
Thanks for your help,
Twilight52
Look this up: 5363-visual-land-tablets-google-play.html
That post will tell you all you need to know to get Google Play Store (the ICS version, whatever that was) on your PMID720. I just finished doing it, and it is working fine. If only my wireless at home was! lol
I used the wireless adb portion of the play_alpha2 package. It worked flawlessly, once I realized which copy I needed to download. They all have exactly the same name, but they're not all identical packages.
Good luck!
Herm
Updated method!!!
I can't be the only one out here still using this tablet and trying to figure out how to improve it! The Google Apps are still working just fine. No forced closes or errors of any kind. I am pleased as punch about this, but it's kinda frustrating to come in so late in the game and find nobody looking anymore.
nthaniel said:
Look this up: 5363-visual-land-tablets-google-play.html
That post will tell you all you need to know to get Google Play Store (the ICS version, whatever that was) on your PMID720. I just finished doing it, and it is working fine. If only my wireless at home was! lol
I used the wireless adb portion of the play_alpha2 package. It worked flawlessly, once I realized which copy I needed to download. They all have exactly the same name, but they're not all identical packages.
Good luck!
Herm
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