Showing posts with label LTE. Show all posts
Showing posts with label LTE. Show all posts

Friday, December 20, 2013

How to Update Galaxy Note 2 (LTE) N7105 with Android 4.3 XXUEML3 Jelly Bean Official Firmware

Samsung has just released another Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update with firmware build number N7105XXUEML3 for the LTE variant of the Galaxy Note 2 with model number GT-N7105. The new official firmware is now available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

Firmware details
PDA: N7105XXUEML3
CSC: N7105OLBEML1
MODEM: N7105XXUEMJ9
Version: Android 4.3
Build date: Dec 09, 2013
Regions: Singapore, Philippines

Samsung Galaxy Note 2 (LTE) N7105 users who missed the OTA update notification or unable to access the update over Samsung KIES, may follow our step-by-step guide to install the update manually.

Pre-requisites
1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy Note 2 on the computer.
2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
4. The Galaxy Note 2 should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
5. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
6. The Android 4.3 XXUEML3 Jelly Bean firmware is compatible only with the LTE version of Samsung Galaxy Note 2 (GT-N7105). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Note 2 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

Files Required
1. Android 4.3 XXUEML3 Jelly Bean Firmware (Mirror Link) for Galaxy Note 2 (LTE) N7105
2. Odin 3.07

Steps to Update Galaxy Note 2 (LTE) N7105 with Android 4.3 XXUEML3 Jelly Bean Firmware
Step 1: Extract Firmware zip file using winrar/7zip/winzip or any other extracting tool, you will get a .tar.md5 file and some other files.
Step 2: Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.07.exe along with few other files.
Step 3: Switch off the Galaxy Note 2.
Step 4: Boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
Step 5: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
Step 6: Connect the Galaxy Note 2 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.

Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted N7105XXUEML3 firmware folder:
  • Click the PDA button and select the .tar.md5 file.
  • Click the Phone button and select file with MODEM in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
  • Click the CSC button and select file with CSC in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
  • Click the PIT button and select the .pit file. Ignore if there is no such file.
    Step 8: In Odin, enable Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes. Also, ensure the Re-Partition checkbox is chosen only if a .pit file was chosen in the previous step.
    Step 9: Verify everything suggested in Step 7 and Step 8 is done correctly. Then hit the Start button to begin the installation process.
    Step 10: Once the installation process is completed, your phone will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect it from the computer.

    Samsung Galaxy Note 2 (LTE) N7105 should be now updated with official Android 4.3 XXUEML3 Jelly Bean. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

    Note: If Galaxy Note 2 (LTE) N7105 stuck at booting animation after Step 10 then go to recovery mode (press and hold the Volume Up and Power buttons together) and perform Wipe data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition task before selecting reboot system now function. In recovery mode use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the option. Please note, performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.

    Click here to know How to Root Galaxy Note 2 (LTE) N7105 running on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean firmware.

    Thursday, December 12, 2013

    How to Root Galaxy S3 (LTE) I9305 on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean Firmware

    The LTE version of Samsung Galaxy S3 with model number GT-I9305 has received Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update with firmware build number I9305XXUEMKC. The new official firmware is currently available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

    Samsung Galaxy S3 (LTE) I9305 users who have already updated their devices with Android 4.3 Jelly Bean, may root their devices using the tutorial below.

    This tutorial uses CF-Auto-Root file released by Senior Recognized XDA-Developers, Chainfire. The CF-Auto-Root file allowing Galaxy S3 users to root their devices easily without depending on the firmware. It completely supports Android 4.3 Jelly Bean and future firmware as well. Head over to the CF-Auto-Root main thread to learn more about the root method.

    Disclaimer: Rooting voids the warranty of your device. We and the developer of this rooting procedures shall not be held responsible if any undesirable outcomes may happen to your device. use of this root guide is solely at your own risk!

    Pre-requisites
    1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy S3 on the computer.
    2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
    3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
    4. The Galaxy S3 should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
    5. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
    6. The CF-Auto-Root file works only on the LTE version of the Samsung Galaxy S3 (GT-I9305). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy S3 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

    Files Required
    1. CF-Auto-Root for Galaxy S3 (LTE) I9305 (CF-Auto-Root-m3-m3zh-gti9305.zip)
    2. Odin 3.07

    Steps to Root Galaxy S3 (LTE) I9305 Running on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean Firmware
    Step 1: Extract CF-Auto-Root and Odin 3.07 files using winrar/7zip/winzip or any other extracting tool.
    Step 2: Switch off the Galaxy S3. Then boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
    Step 3: Launch Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
    Step 4: Connect the Galaxy S3 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.

    Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

    Step 5: In Odin, click the PDA button and select the CF-Auto-Root-m3-m3zh-gti9305.tar.md5 file.
    Step 6: Verify that Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes are selected in Odin. Also, ensure the Re-Partition option is NOT selected.
    Step 7: Double-check and click Start in Odin. The installation process will now begin.
    Step 8: Once the installation process is completed, your phone will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect your device from the computer.

    Samsung Galaxy S3 (LTE) I9305 running on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean firmware is now rooted successfully. You can now install any app that requires root permission. Verify the root status of the device by downloading Root Checker app from Google Play Store.

    Thank's to all fellas at XDA who first tried out this rooting technique. This method was originally posted via XDA-Developers original thread.

    Click here to know How to Update Galaxy S3 (LTE) I9305 with Android 4.3 Jelly Bean official firmware.

    How to Update Galaxy S3 (LTE) I9305 with Android 4.3 XXUEMKC Jelly Bean Official Firmware

    Samsung has started rolling out Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update for the LTE version of the Galaxy S3 bearing model number GT-I9305. The new official firmware is now available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

    Firmware details
    PDA: I9305XXUEMKC
    CSC: I9305DBTEMJ4
    MODEM: I9305XXUEMK1
    Version: Android 4.3
    Build date: Nov 28, 2013
    Regions: Germany

    According to SamMobile report, the Android 4.3 XXUEMKC Jelly Bean update brings a host of bug-fixes and feature enhancements over its previous firmware. Samsung has completely changed the core UI to the one found on the Galaxy S4 and Galaxy Note 3.

    Samsung Galaxy S3 (LTE) I9305 users who missed the OTA update notification or unable to access the update over Samsung KIES, and those who are residing outside Germany can now download and install the same manually, using our step-by-step guide.

    Pre-requisites
    1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy S3 on the computer.
    2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
    3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
    4. The Galaxy S3 should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
    5. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
    6. The Android 4.3 XXUEMKC Jelly Bean firmware is compatible only with the LTE version of Samsung Galaxy S3 (GT-I9305). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy S3 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

    Files Required
    1. Android 4.3 XXUEMKC Jelly Bean Firmware (Mirror Link 1, Link 2) for Galaxy S3 (LTE) I9305
    2. Odin 3.07

    Steps to Update Galaxy S3 (LTE) I9305 with Android 4.3 XXUEMKC Jelly Bean Firmware
    Step 1: Extract Firmware zip file using winrar/7zip/winzip or any other extracting tool, you will get a .tar.md5 file and some other files.
    Step 2: Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.07.exe along with few other files.
    Step 3: Switch off the Galaxy S3.
    Step 4: Boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
    Step 5: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
    Step 6: Connect the Galaxy S3 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.

    Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

    Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted I9305XXUEMKC firmware folder:
    • Click the PDA button and select the .tar.md5 file.
    • Click the Phone button and select file with MODEM in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
    • Click the CSC button and select file with CSC in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
    • Click the PIT button and select the .pit file. Ignore if there is no such file.
      Step 8: In Odin, enable Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes. Also, ensure the Re-Partition checkbox is chosen only if a .pit file was chosen in the previous step.
      Step 9: Verify everything suggested in Step 7 and Step 8 is done correctly. Then hit the Start button to begin the installation process.
      Step 10: Once the installation process is completed, your phone will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect your device from the computer.

      Samsung Galaxy S3 (LTE) I9305 should be now updated with official Android 4.3 XXUEMKC Jelly Bean. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

      Note: If Galaxy S3 (LTE) I9305 stuck at booting animation after Step 10 then go to recovery mode (press and hold the Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together) and perform Wipe data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition task before selecting reboot system now function. In recovery mode use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the option. Please note, performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.

      Click here to know How to Root Galaxy S3 (LTE) I9305 running on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean firmware.

      How to Update Galaxy S4 Mini (LTE) I9195 with Android 4.2.2 XXUBML1 Jelly Bean Official Firmware

      Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini with LTE connectivity (GT-I9195) has just started receiving the latest Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean update with firmware build number I9195XXUBML1. The new official firmware is now available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

      Firmware details
      PDA: I9195XXUBML1
      CSC: I9195QBTBML1
      MODEM: I9195XXUBML1
      Version: Android 4.2.2
      Build date: Dec 3, 2013
      Regions: Germany (La Fleur)

      Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini (LTE) I9195 users who missed the OTA update notification or unable to access the update over Samsung KIES, and those who are residing outside Germany can now download and install the same manually, using our step-by-step guide.

      Pre-requisites
      1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini on the computer.
      2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
      3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
      4. The Galaxy S4 Mini should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
      5. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
      6. The Android 4.2.2 XXUBML1 Jelly Bean firmware is compatible only with the LTE version of the Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini (GT-I9195). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy S4 Mini by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

      Files Required
      1. Android 4.2.2 XXUBML1 Jelly Bean Firmware (Mirror Link 1, Link 2) for Galaxy S4 Mini (LTE) I9195
      2. Odin 3.07

      Steps to Update Galaxy S4 Mini (LTE) I9195 with Android 4.2.2 XXUBML1 Jelly Bean Firmware
      Step 1: Extract Firmware zip file using winrar/7zip/winzip or any other extracting tool, you will get a .tar.md5 file and some other files.
      Step 2: Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.07.exe along with few other files.
      Step 3: Switch off the Galaxy S4 Mini.
      Step 4: Boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
      Step 5: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
      Step 6: Connect the Galaxy S4 Mini to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.

      Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

      Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted I9195XXUBML1 firmware folder:
      • Click the PDA button and select the .tar.md5 file.
      • Click the Phone button and select file with MODEM in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
      • Click the CSC button and select file with CSC in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
      • Click the PIT button and select the .pit file. Ignore if there is no such file.
        Step 8: In Odin, enable Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes. Also, ensure the Re-Partition checkbox is chosen only if a .pit file was chosen in the previous step.
        Step 9: Verify everything suggested in Step 7 and Step 8 is done correctly. Then hit the Start button to begin the installation process.
        Step 10: Once the installation process is completed, your phone will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect it from the computer.

        Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini (LTE) I9195 should be now updated with official Android 4.2.2 XXUBML1 Jelly Bean. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

        Note: If Galaxy S4 Mini (LTE) I9195 stuck at booting animation after Step 10 then go to recovery mode (press and hold the Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together) and perform Wipe data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition task before selecting reboot system now function. In recovery mode use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the option. Please note, performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.

        Click here to know How to Root Galaxy S4 Mini (LTE) I9195 running on Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean firmware.

        Saturday, December 7, 2013

        How to Update Nexus 7 (2013) Mobile with Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat

        Google Nexus 7 (2013) with LTE connectivity has already received Android 4.4.1 Kitkat update with build version KOT49E.

        Nexus 7 (2013) LTE users who missed the OTA update notification or cannot wait for its official release, may follow our step-by-step guide to install the update manually.

        Pre-requisites
        1. Install the Android SDK. The package includes the necessary drivers for connecting Nexus 7 to the computer.
        2. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
        3. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the tablet. Go to Settings >> About Phone. Tap on Build Number several times till the message shows "You are now a Developer". Exit from "About Phone" and find the "Developer Options" settings. Enable USB debugging.
        4. Ensure the battery of the tablet is charged more than 80 percent.
        5. The Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat file is compatible only with the LTE version of the Nexus 7 (2013) running on Android 4.4 KRT16S KitKat. Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the device model number by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

        File Required
        1. Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat for Nexus 7 (2013) LTE

        File name: b5559302dc8273444cb8234b5a6c22c863441e84.signed-razorg-KOT49E-from-KRT16S.b5559302.zip
        MD5 sum: 5f03567aacd654db41371b2769b306d7
        Size: 52.8MB

        Steps to Update Nexus 7 (2013) LTE (Non-Rooted) with Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat
        Note: Make sure your Nexus 7 is NOT rooted and has stock recovery.

        Step 1: Rename the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat .zip file to update.zip.
        Step 2: Connect the Nexus 7 to the computer using USB cable. Then copy the update.zip file to the SD card of your tablet. Make sure the file is in the root folder.
        Step 3: Switch off the Nexus 7. Then boot the device into Fastboot mode by pressing and holding Volume Up and Power buttons together.
        Step 4: Follow the on-screen navigation instructions. Then press Volume Up button several times to enter Recovery Mode. An exclamation mark should now appear on the screen. Press and hold the Volume Up and Power buttons together to enter Recovery Mode.
        Step 5: Select "update from SD card" option and then navigate to the update.zip file that you copied earlier and confirm the installation by pressing the Power button. The installation should now begin.
        Step 6: Once the installation process completes, your tablet will boot automatically. It may take about 5 minutes to complete.

        Nexus 7 (2013) LTE should be now updated with the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

        Steps to Update Nexus 7 (2013) LTE (Rooted) with Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat
        Note: Make sure you have ClockworkMod recovery installed on the Nexus 7.

        Step 1: Connect the Nexus 7 to the computer using USB cable. Then copy the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat .zip file to the SD card of your tablet. Make sure the file is in the root folder.
        Step 2: Switch off the Nexus 7. Then boot the device into Fastboot mode by pressing and holding Volume Up and Power buttons together.
        Step 3: Follow the on-screen navigation instructions. Then press Volume Up button several times to enter Recovery Mode.
        Step 4: In CWM Recovery, select "flash zip from SD card" and then select "choose zip from sdcard". Then navigate to the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat .zip file that you copied earlier and confirm the installation by pressing the Power button. The installation should now begin.
        Step 5: Once the installation process completes, return to main Recovery Menu and select "reboot system now". Your tablet will boot now and it may take about 5 minutes to complete.

        Nexus 7 (2013) LTE should be now updated with the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

        Click here to know How to Root Nexus 7 (2013) Mobile running on Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat and Install CWM/TWRP Recovery.

        Friday, December 6, 2013

        How to Root Nexus 7 (2013) Mobile on Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat and Install CWM/TWRP Recovery

        Google has just started rolling out Android 4.4.1 Kitkat update with build version KOT49E for the LTE version of the Nexus 7 (2013). The new official update is currently available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update.

        Note: You can manually download the OTA for the Nexus 7 (2013) LTE directly from Google's Update Servers and follow our step-by-step guide to install the update manually.

        Nexus 7 (2013) LTE users who have already updated their devices with Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat, may root their devices using the tutorial below.

        Disclaimer: Rooting voids the warranty of your device. We and the developer of this rooting procedures shall not be held responsible if any undesirable outcomes may happen to your device. use of this root guide is solely at your own risk!

        Pre-requisites
        1. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
        2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the tablet. Go to Settings >> About Phone. Tap on Build Number several times till the message shows "You are now a Developer". Exit from "About Phone" and find the "Developer Options" settings. Enable USB debugging.
        3. The Nexus 7 bootloader should be unlocked.
        4. Ensure the battery of the tablet is charged more than 80 percent.
        5. The CWM/TWRP Recovery and SuperSU files compatible only with the LTE version of Nexus 7 (2013). Applying these on any incorrect variant will brick the device. Verify the model number of the Nexus 7 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

        Files Required
        1. Android SDK
        2. Fastboot
        3. CWM or TWRP Recovery
        4. SuperSU (UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.75.zip) or the latest version

        Steps to Root Nexus 7 (2013) LTE Running on Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat and Install CWM/TWRP Recovery
        Step 1: Install the Android SDK. The package includes the necessary drivers for connecting your tablet to the computer, which is mandatory for the rooting process.
        Step 2: Extract the Fastboot .zip file using winrar/7zip/winzip or any other extracting tool and copy it to the android-sdk-windowsplatform-tools directory on the computer.
        Step 4: Copy the CWM or TWRP .img file to the android-sdk-windowsplatform-tools directory on the computer.
        Step 5: Connect the Nexus 7 to the computer using USB cable. Then copy the SuperSU .zip file to the SD card of your tablet.
        Step 6: Switch off the Nexus 7. Then boot the device into fastboot mode by pressing and holding Volume Up, Volume Down, and Power buttons together.
        Step 7: Navigate to android-sdk-windowsplatform-tools directory and open Command Prompt (Shift + Right-click >> Open Command Prompt). Then run the following command:

        fastboot flash recovery recovery-clockwork-touch-6.0.4.4-deb.img

        Step 8: Once completed, choose RECOVERY from the Fastboot menu and enter Recovery Mode.
        Step 9: In CWM Recovery, select "install zip from sdcard" and then select "choose zip from sdcard". Now, navigate to the SuperSU .zip file that you copied earlier and confirm the installation by selecting Yes.
        Step 10: Once the installation process completes, return to main recovery menu and select "reboot system now".

        Nexus 7 (2013) LTE running on Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat is now rooted successfully. Open the app drawer of the Nexus 7 and look for an app called SuperSU. Verify the root status of the device by downloading Root Checker app from Google Play Store.

        Click here to know How to Update Nexus 7 (2013) Mobile with Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat.

        Wednesday, December 4, 2013

        How to Update Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 (LTE) SM-T315 with Android 4.2.2 XWUAMK1 Jelly Bean Official Firmware

        Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 with LTE connectivity (SM-T315) has just started receiving Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean update with firmware build number T315XWUAMK1. The new official firmware is now available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

        Firmware details
        PDA: T315XWUAMK1
        CSC: T315OLBAMK2
        MODEM: T315DXAMG2
        Version: Android 4.2.2
        Build date: Nov 16, 2013
        Regions: Singapore, Malaysia

        Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 (LTE) SM-T315 users who missed the OTA update notification or unable to access the update over Samsung KIES, may follow our step-by-step guide to install the update manually.

        Pre-requisites
        1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 on the computer.
        2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the device by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
        3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
        4. The Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
        5. Ensure the battery of the device is charged more than 80 percent.
        6. The Android 4.2.2 XWUAMK1 Jelly Bean firmware is compatible only with the LTE version of the Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 (SM-T315). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

        File Required
        1. Android 4.2.2 XWUAMK1 Jelly Bean Firmware (Mirror Link) for Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 (LTE) SM-T315
        2. Odin 3.07

        Steps to Update Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 (LTE) SM-T315 with Android 4.2.2 XWUAMK1 Jelly Bean Firmware
        Step 1: Extract Firmware zip file using winrar/7zip/winzip or any other extracting tool, you will get a .tar.md5 file and some other files.
        Step 2: Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.07.exe along with few other files.
        Step 3: Switch off Galaxy Tab 3 8.0.
        Step 4: Boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
        Step 5: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
        Step 6: Connect the Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.

        Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

        Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted T315XWUAMK1 firmware folder:
        • Click the PDA button and select the .tar.md5 file.
        • Click the Phone button and select file with MODEM in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
        • Click the CSC button and select file with CSC in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
        • Click the PIT button and select the .pit file. Ignore if there is no such file.
        Step 8: In Odin, enable Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes. Also, ensure the Re-Partition checkbox is chosen only if a .pit file was chosen in the previous step.
        Step 9: Verify everything suggested in Step 7 and Step 8 is done correctly. Then hit the Start button to begin the installation process.
        Step 10: Once the installation process is completed, your device will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect your device from the computer.

        Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 (LTE) SM-T315 should be now updated with the Android 4.2.2 XWUAMK1 Jelly Bean official firmware. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

        Note: If Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 (LTE) SM-T315 stuck at booting animation after Step 10 then go to recovery mode (press and hold the Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together) and perform Wipe data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition task before selecting reboot system now function. In recovery mode use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the option. Please note, performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.

        Click here to know How to Root Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 (LTE) SM-T315 running on Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean firmware.

        Friday, November 29, 2013

        How to Update Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 with Android 4.3 XXUEMKF Jelly Bean Official Firmware

        Samsung has just released another Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update for the Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 variant of the Galaxy S4 (GT-I9505). The new official firmware is currently available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

        Firmware details
        PDA: I9505XXUEMKF
        CSC: I9505OXXEMK3
        MODEM: I9505XXUEMKF
        Version: Android 4.3
        Build date: Nov 27, 2013
        Regions: France

        Samsung Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 users who missed the OTA update notification or unable to access the update over Samsung KIES, and those who are residing outside France can now download and install the same manually, using our step-by-step guide.

        Pre-requisites
        1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy S4 on the computer.
        2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
        3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
        4. The Galaxy S4 should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
        5. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
        6. The Android 4.3 XXUEMKF Jelly Bean firmware is compatible only with the LTE version of Samsung Galaxy S4 (GT-I9505). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy S4 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

        Files Required
        1. Android 4.3 XXUEMKF Jelly Bean Firmware (Mirror Link 1, Link 2) for Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505
        2. Odin 3.07

        Steps to Update Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 with Android 4.3 XXUEMKF Jelly Bean Firmware
        Step 1: Extract Firmware zip file using winrar/7zip/winzip or any other extracting tool, you will get a .tar.md5 file and some other files.
        Step 2: Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.07.exe along with few other files.
        Step 3: Switch off the Galaxy S4.
        Step 4: Boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
        Step 5: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
        Step 6: Connect the Galaxy S4 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.

        Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

        Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted I9505XXUEMKF firmware folder:
        • Click the PDA button and select the .tar.md5 file.
        • Click the Phone button and select file with MODEM in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
        • Click the CSC button and select file with CSC in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
        • Click the PIT button and select the .pit file. Ignore if there is no such file.
          Step 8: In Odin, enable Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes. Also, ensure the Re-Partition checkbox is chosen only if a .pit file was chosen in the previous step.
          Step 9: Verify everything suggested in Step 7 and Step 8 is done correctly. Then hit the Start button to begin the installation process.
          Step 10: Once the installation process is completed, your phone will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect your device from the computer.

          Samsung Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 should be now updated with official Android 4.3 XXUEMKF Jelly Bean. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

          Note: If Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 stuck at booting animation after Step 10 then go to recovery mode (press and hold the Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together) and perform Wipe data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition task before selecting reboot system now function. In recovery mode use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the option. Please note, performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.

          Click here to know How to Root Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 running on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean firmware.

          How to Update Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 with Android 4.3 XXUEMKE Jelly Bean Official Firmware

          Today, another Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update with firmware build number I9505XXUEMKE has been released for the Samsung Galaxy S4 with model number GT-I9505. The new official firmware is currently available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

          Firmware details
          PDA: I9505XXUEMKE
          CSC: I9505OXAEMKE
          MODEM: I9505XXUEMKE
          Version: Android 4.3
          Build date: Nov 27, 2013
          Regions: Germany

          Samsung Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 users who missed the OTA update notification or unable to access the update over Samsung KIES, and those who are residing outside Germany can now download and install the same manually, using our step-by-step guide.

          Pre-requisites
          1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy S4 on the computer.
          2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
          3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
          4. The Galaxy S4 should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
          5. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
          6. The Android 4.3 XXUEMKE Jelly Bean firmware is compatible only with the LTE version of Samsung Galaxy S4 (GT-I9505). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy S4 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

          Files Required
          1. Android 4.3 XXUEMKE Jelly Bean Firmware (Alternative Link 1, Link 2) for Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505
          2. Odin 3.07

          Steps to Update Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 with Android 4.3 XXUEMKE Jelly Bean Firmware
          Step 1: Extract Firmware zip file using winrar/7zip/winzip or any other extracting tool, you will get a .tar.md5 file and some other files.
          Step 2: Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.07.exe along with few other files.
          Step 3: Switch off the Galaxy S4.
          Step 4: Boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
          Step 5: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
          Step 6: Connect the Galaxy S4 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.

          Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

          Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted I9505XXUEMKE firmware folder:
          • Click the PDA button and select the .tar.md5 file.
          • Click the Phone button and select file with MODEM in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
          • Click the CSC button and select file with CSC in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
          • Click the PIT button and select the .pit file. Ignore if there is no such file.
            Step 8: In Odin, enable Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes. Also, ensure the Re-Partition checkbox is chosen only if a .pit file was chosen in the previous step.
            Step 9: Verify everything suggested in Step 7 and Step 8 is done correctly. Then hit the Start button to begin the installation process.
            Step 10: Once the installation process is completed, your phone will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect your device from the computer.

            Samsung Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 should be now updated with official Android 4.3 XXUEMKE Jelly Bean. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

            Note: If Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 stuck at booting animation after Step 10 then go to recovery mode (press and hold the Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together) and perform Wipe data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition task before selecting reboot system now function. In recovery mode use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the option. Please note, performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.

            Click here to know How to Root Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 running on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean firmware.

            Thursday, November 28, 2013

            How to Update Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 with Android 4.3 XXUEMK9 Jelly Bean Official Firmware

            Samsung has just started to push the latest Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update with firmware build number I9505XXUEMK9 for the Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 variant of the Galaxy S4 (LTE) bearing model number GT-I9505 in select Southeast Asian countries - Malaysia, Philippines, and Singapore. The new official firmware is currently available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

            Firmware details
            PDA: I9505XXUEMK9
            CSC: I9505OLBEMK3
            MODEM: I9505XXUEMK9
            Version: Android 4.3
            Build date: Nov 21, 2013
            Regions: Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore

            Samsung Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 users who missed the OTA update notification or unable to access the update over Samsung KIES, may follow our step-by-step guide to install the update manually.

            Pre-requisites
            1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy S4 on the computer.
            2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
            3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
            4. The Galaxy S4 should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
            5. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
            6. The Android 4.3 XXUEMK9 Jelly Bean firmware is compatible only with the LTE version of Samsung Galaxy S4 (GT-I9505). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy S4 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

            File Required
            1. Android 4.3 XXUEMK9 Jelly Bean Firmware (Mirror Link 1, Link 2) for Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505
            2. Odin 3.07

            Steps to Update Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 with Android 4.3 XXUEMK9 Jelly Bean Firmware
            Step 1: Extract Firmware zip file using winrar/7zip/winzip or any other extracting tool, you will get a .tar.md5 file and some other files.
            Step 2: Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.07.exe along with few other files.
            Step 3: Switch off the Galaxy S4.
            Step 4: Boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
            Step 5: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
            Step 6: Connect the Galaxy S4 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.

            Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

            Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted I9505XXUEMK9 firmware folder:
            • Click the PDA button and select the .tar.md5 file.
            • Click the Phone button and select file with MODEM in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
            • Click the CSC button and select file with CSC in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
            • Click the PIT button and select the .pit file. Ignore if there is no such file.
              Step 8: In Odin, enable Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes. Also, ensure the Re-Partition checkbox is chosen only if a .pit file was chosen in the previous step.
              Step 9: Verify everything suggested in Step 7 and Step 8 is done correctly. Then hit the Start button to begin the installation process.
              Step 10: Once the installation process is completed, your phone will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect your device from the computer.

              Samsung Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 should be now updated with official Android 4.3 XXUEMK9 Jelly Bean. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

              Note: If Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 stuck at booting animation after Step 10 then go to recovery mode (press and hold the Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together) and perform Wipe data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition task before selecting reboot system now function. In recovery mode use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the option. Please note, performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.

              Click here to know How to Root Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 running on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean firmware.

              Monday, November 25, 2013

              How to Root Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 SM-T310/T311/T315 on Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean and Install CWM/TWRP Recovery

              Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 users who wish to root and install CWM/TWRP recovery on their devices running on Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean, may follow our step-by-step guide.

              This tutorial uses ClockworkMod Recovery (CWM)/TWRP was developed and released by Senior Member of XDA-Developers, emwno. The root method compatible with the Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 with model number SM-T310 (Wi-Fi), SM-T311 (3G) and SM-T315 (LTE).

              Disclaimer: Rooting voids the warranty of your device. We and the developer of this rooting procedures shall not be held responsible if any undesirable outcomes may happen to your device. use of this root guide is solely at your own risk!

              Pre-Requisites
              1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 on your computer.
              2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the device by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
              3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
              4. The Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
              5. Ensure the battery of the device is charged more than 80 percent.
              6. The ClockworkMod Recovery (CWM) and TWRP files works only on Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 with model number SM-T310 (Wi-Fi), SM-T311 (3G) and SM-T315 (LTE). Applying these on any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 by selecting Settings >> About Phone.

              File Required
              1. CWM (CWM_T31x_r4.tar) or TWRP (TWRP_T31x_r3.tar)
              2. Root Package (ROOT_SGT3_8.0.zip)
              3. Odin 3.07

              Steps to Install CWM/TWRP Recovery on Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0
              Step 1: Extract the Odin 3.07 file using winrar/7zip/winzip or any other extracting tool.
              Step 2: Copy the ROOT_SGT3_8.0.zip file to the SD card of your device.
              Step 3: Switch off the Galaxy Tab 3 8.0. Then boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
              Step 4: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
              Step 5: Connect the Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.

              Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

              Step 6: In Odin, click the PDA button and select the CWM/TWRP .tar file. Verify that Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes are selected. Also, ensure the Re-Partition option is NOT selected.
              Step 7: Double-check and click Start button in Odin. The installation process will now begin.
              Step 8: Once the installation process is completed, your device will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect it from the computer.

              Steps to Root Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0
              Step 9: Reboot the device into CWM Recovery by pressing and holding Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together.
              Step 10: In CWM Recovery, select "install zip from sdcard" and then select "choose zip from sdcard". Now, navigate to the ROOT_SGT3_8.0.zip file that you copied earlier and confirm the installation by selecting Yes.
              Step 11: Once installation process is completed, return to main recovery menu and select "reboot system now".

              Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 SM-T310/T311/T315 running on Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean is now rooted successfully. You can now install any app that requires root permission. Verify the root status of the device by downloading Root Checker app from Google Play Store.

              Thank's to all fellas at XDA who first tried out this rooting technique. This root method was originally posted via XDA-Developers original thread.

              Click here to know How to Update Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 (LTE) SM-T315 with Android 4.2.2 XXUAMK1 Jelly Bean official firmware.

              How to Update Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 (LTE) SM-T315 with Android 4.2.2 XXUAMK1 Jelly Bean Official Firmware

              The LTE version of Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 with model number SM-T315 has officially received a new Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean update with firmware build number T315XXUAMK1. The new official firmware is now available in France as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

              Firmware details
              PDA: T315XXUAMK1
              CSC: T315OXAAMK1
              MODEM: T315XXUAMK1
              Version: Android 4.2.2
              Build date: Nov 12, 2013
              Regions: France

              Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 (LTE) SM-T315 users who missed the OTA update notification or unable to access the update over Samsung KIES, and those who are residing outside France can now download and install the same manually, using our step-by-step guide.

              Pre-requisites
              1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 on the computer.
              2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the device by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
              3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
              4. The Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
              5. Ensure the battery of the device is charged more than 80 percent.
              6. The Android 4.2.2 XXUAMK1 Jelly Bean firmware is compatible only with the LTE version of the Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 (SM-T315). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

              File Required
              1. Android 4.2.2 XXUAMK1 Jelly Bean Firmware (Mirror Link 1, Link 2) for Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 (LTE) SM-T315
              2. Odin 3.07

              Steps to Update Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 (LTE) SM-T315 with Android 4.2.2 XXUAMK1 Jelly Bean Firmware
              Step 1: Extract Firmware zip file using winrar/7zip/winzip or any other extracting tool, you will get a .tar.md5 file and some other files.
              Step 2: Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.07.exe along with few other files.
              Step 3: Switch off Galaxy Tab 3 8.0.
              Step 4: Boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
              Step 5: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
              Step 6: Connect the Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.

              Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

              Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted T315XXUAMK1 firmware folder:
              • Click the PDA button and select the .tar.md5 file.
              • Click the Phone button and select file with MODEM in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
              • Click the CSC button and select file with CSC in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
              • Click the PIT button and select the .pit file. Ignore if there is no such file.
              Step 8: In Odin, enable Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes. Also, ensure the Re-Partition checkbox is chosen only if a .pit file was chosen in the previous step.
              Step 9: Verify everything suggested in Step 7 and Step 8 is done correctly. Then hit the Start button to begin the installation process.
              Step 10: Once the installation process is completed, your device will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect your device from the computer.

              Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 (LTE) SM-T315 should be now updated with the Android 4.2.2 XXUAMK1 Jelly Bean official firmware. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

              Note: If Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 (LTE) SM-T315 stuck at booting animation after Step 10 then go to recovery mode (press and hold the Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together) and perform Wipe data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition task before selecting reboot system now function. In recovery mode use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the option. Please note, performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.

              Click here to know How to Root Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 (LTE) SM-T315 running on Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean firmware.

              Thursday, November 21, 2013

              How to Root Nexus 7 (2013) Mobile on Android 4.4 KRT16S KitKat and Install CWM/TWRP Recovery

              Google has rolled out the new Android 4.4 Kitkat update with build version KRT16S for the LTE version of the Nexus 7 (2013). The new official update is currently available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update.

              Nexus 7 (2013) LTE users who have already installed their devices with Android 4.4 KRT16S KitKat, may root their devices using the tutorial below.

              Disclaimer: Rooting voids the warranty of your device. We and the developer of this rooting procedures shall not be held responsible if any undesirable outcomes may happen to your device. use of this root guide is solely at your own risk!

              Pre-requisites
              1. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
              2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the tablet.
              3. The Nexus 7 bootloader should be unlocked.
              4. Ensure the battery of the tablet is charged more than 80 percent.
              5. The CWM/TWRP Recovery and SuperSU files compatible only with the LTE version of Nexus 7 (2013) running on Android 4.4 KRT16S KitKat. Applying these on any incorrect variant will brick the device. Verify the model number of the Nexus 7 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

              File Required
              1. Android SDK
              2. Fastboot
              3. CWM or TWRP Recovery
              4. SuperSU (UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.75.zip) or the latest version

              Steps to Root Nexus 7 (2013) Mobile Running on Android 4.4 KitKat and Install CWM/TWRP Recovery
              Step 1: Install the Android SDK. The package includes the necessary drivers for connecting your tablet to the computer, which is mandatory for the rooting process.
              Step 2: Extract the Fastboot .zip file using winrar/7zip/winzip or any other extracting tool and copy it to the android-sdk-windowsplatform-tools directory on the computer.
              Step 4: Copy the CWM or TWRP .img file to the android-sdk-windowsplatform-tools directory on the computer.
              Step 5: Connect the Nexus 7 to the computer using USB cable. Then copy the SuperSU .zip file to the SD card of your tablet.
              Step 6: Switch off the Nexus 7. Then boot the device into fastboot mode by pressing and holding Volume Up, Volume Down, and Power buttons together.
              Step 7: Navigate to android-sdk-windowsplatform-tools directory and open Command Prompt (Shift + Right-click >> Open Command Prompt). Then run the following command:

              fastboot flash recovery recovery-clockwork-touch-6.0.4.4-deb.img

              Step 8: Once completed, choose RECOVERY from the Fastboot menu and enter Recovery Mode.
              Step 9: In CWM Recovery, select "install zip from sdcard" and then select "choose zip from sdcard". Now, navigate to the SuperSU .zip file that you copied earlier and confirm the installation by selecting Yes.
              Step 10: Once the installation process completes, return to main recovery menu and select "reboot system now".

              Nexus 7 (2013) LTE running on Android 4.4 KRT16S KitKat is now rooted successfully. Open the app drawer of the Nexus 7 and look for an app called SuperSU. Verify the root status of the device by downloading Root Checker app from Google Play Store.

              How to Update Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 with Android 4.3 XXUEMK8 Jelly Bean Official Firmware

              Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE version with Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor has received a new Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update with base firmware XXUEMK8. The new official firmware is currently available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

              Firmware details
              PDA: I9505XXUEMK8
              CSC: I9505OXAEMK8
              MODEM: I9505XXUEMK8
              Version: Android 4.3
              Build date: Nov 19, 2013
              Regions: Germany

              Samsung Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 users who missed the OTA update notification or unable to access the update over Samsung KIES, and those who are residing outside Germany can now download and install the same manually, using our step-by-step guide.

              Pre-requisites
              1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy S4 on the computer.
              2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
              3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
              4. The Galaxy S4 should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
              5. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
              6. The Android 4.3 XXUEMK8 Jelly Bean firmware is compatible only with the LTE version of Samsung Galaxy S4 (GT-I9505). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy S4 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

              File Required
              1. Android 4.3 XXUEMK8 Jelly Bean Firmware (Alternative Link) for Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505
              2. Odin 3.07

              Steps to Update Galaxy S4 I9505 with Android 4.3 XXUEMK8 Jelly Bean Firmware
              Step 1: Extract Firmware zip file using winrar/7zip/winzip or any other extracting tool, you will get a .tar.md5 file and some other files.
              Step 2: Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.07.exe along with few other files.
              Step 3: Switch off the Galaxy S4.
              Step 4: Boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
              Step 5: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
              Step 6: Connect the Galaxy S4 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.

              Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

              Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted I9505XXUEMK8 firmware folder:
              • Click the PDA button and select the .tar.md5 file.
              • Click the Phone button and select file with MODEM in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
              • Click the CSC button and select file with CSC in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
              • Click the PIT button and select the .pit file. Ignore if there is no such file.
                Step 8: In Odin, enable Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes. Also, ensure the Re-Partition checkbox is chosen only if a .pit file was chosen in the previous step.
                Step 9: Verify everything suggested in Step 7 and Step 8 is done correctly. Then hit the Start button to begin the installation process.
                Step 10: Once the installation process is completed, your phone will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect your device from the computer.

                Samsung Galaxy S4 I9505 should be now updated with official Android 4.3 XXUEMK8 Jelly Bean. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

                Note: If Galaxy S4 I9505 stuck at booting animation after Step 10 then go to recovery mode (press and hold the Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together) and perform Wipe data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition task before selecting reboot system now function. In recovery mode use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the option. Please note, performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.

                Click here to know How to Root Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 running on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean firmware.

                Tuesday, November 19, 2013

                How to Root Galaxy Note 2 (LTE) N7105 on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean Firmware

                Samsung has rolled out the Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update firmware with firmware build number N7105XXUEMK5 for the LTE version of Galaxy Note 2 (GT-N7105). The new official firmware is currently available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

                Samsung Galaxy Note 2 (LTE) N7105 users who have already updated their devices with Android 4.3 Jelly Bean, may root their devices using the tutorial below.

                This tutorial uses CF-Auto-Root file released by Elite Recognized XDA-Developers, Chainfire. The CF-Auto-Root file allowing Galaxy Note 2 users to root their devices easily without depending on the firmware. It completely supports Android 4.3 Jelly Bean and future firmware as well. Head over to the CF-Auto-Root main thread to learn more about the root method.

                Disclaimer: Rooting voids the warranty of your device. We and the developer of this rooting procedures shall not be held responsible if any undesirable outcomes may happen to your device. use of this root guide is solely at your own risk!

                Pre-requisites
                1. Install USB Driver for Samsung Galaxy Note 2 on the computer.
                2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
                3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
                4. The Galaxy Note 2 should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
                5. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
                6. The CF-Auto-Root file works only on the LTE version of Samsung Galaxy Note 2 (N7105). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Note 2 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

                File Required
                1. CF-Auto-Root for Galaxy Note 2 (LTE) N7105 (CF-Auto-Root-t0lte-t0ltexx-gtn7105.zip)
                2. Odin 3.07

                Steps to Root Galaxy Note 2 (LTE) N7105 Running on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean Firmware
                Step 1: Extract CF-Auto-Root and Odin 3.07 files using winrar/7zip/winzip or any other extracting tool.
                Step 2: Switch off the Galaxy Note 2. Then boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
                Step 3: Launch Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
                Step 4: Connect the Galaxy Note 2 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.

                Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

                Step 5: In Odin, click the PDA button and select the CF-Auto-Root-t0lte-t0ltexx-gtn7105.tar.md5 file.
                Step 6: Verify that Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes are selected in Odin. Also, ensure the Re-Partition option is NOT selected.
                Step 7: Double-check and click Start button in Odin. The installation process will now begin.
                Step 8: Once the installation process is completed, your phone will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect your device from the computer.

                Samsung Galaxy Note 2 (LTE) N7105 running on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean firmware is now rooted successfully. You can now install any app that requires root permission. Verify the root status of the device by downloading Root Checker app from Google Play Store.

                Thank's to all fellas at XDA who first tried out this rooting technique. This method was originally posted via XDA-Developers original thread.

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                How to Update Galaxy Note 2 (LTE) N7105 with Android 4.3 XXUEMK5 Jelly Bean Official Firmware

                The LTE version of Samsung Galaxy Note 2 with model number GT-N7105 has received the Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update with firmware build number N7105XXUEMK5. The new official firmware is currently available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

                Firmware details
                PDA: N7105XXUEMK5
                CSC: N7105NEEEMK1
                MODEM: N7105XXUEMJ9
                Version: Android 4.3
                Build date: Nov 13, 2013
                Regions: Nordic countries

                Samsung Galaxy Note 2 (LTE) N7105 users who missed the OTA update notification or unable to access the update over Samsung KIES, and those who are residing outside Nordic countries can now download and install the same manually, using our step-by-step guide.

                Pre-requisites
                1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy Note 2 on the computer.
                2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
                3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
                4. The Galaxy Note 2 should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
                5. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
                6. The Android 4.3 XXUEMK5 Jelly Bean firmware is compatible only with the LTE version of Samsung Galaxy Note 2 (GT-N7105). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Note 2 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

                File Required
                1. Android 4.3 XXUEMK5 Jelly Bean Firmware (Mirror Link 1, Link 2) for Galaxy Note 2 (LTE) N7105
                2. Odin 3.07

                Steps to Update Galaxy Note 2 (LTE) N7105 with Android 4.3 XXUEMK5 Jelly Bean Firmware
                Step 1: Extract Firmware zip file using winrar/7zip/winzip or any other extracting tool, you will get a .tar.md5 file and some other files.
                Step 2: Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.07.exe along with few other files.
                Step 3: Switch off the Galaxy Note 2.
                Step 4: Boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
                Step 5: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
                Step 6: Connect the Galaxy Note 2 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.

                Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

                Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted N7105XXUEMK5 firmware folder:
                • Click the PDA button and select the .tar.md5 file.
                • Click the Phone button and select file with MODEM in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
                • Click the CSC button and select file with CSC in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
                • Click the PIT button and select the .pit file. Ignore if there is no such file.
                  Step 8: In Odin, enable Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes. Also, ensure the Re-Partition checkbox is chosen only if a .pit file was chosen in the previous step.
                  Step 9: Verify everything suggested in Step 7 and Step 8 is done correctly. Then hit the Start button to begin the installation process.
                  Step 10: Once the installation process is completed, your phone will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect it from the computer.

                  Samsung Galaxy Note 2 (LTE) N7105 should be now updated with official Android 4.3 XXUEMK5 Jelly Bean. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

                  Note: If Galaxy Note 2 (LTE) N7105 stuck at booting animation after Step 10 then go to recovery mode (press and hold the Volume Up and Power buttons together) and perform Wipe data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition task before selecting reboot system now function. In recovery mode use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the option. Please note, performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.

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