How to fix Android 4.4.2 KitKat problems on the Galaxy Note 3

Have you been experiencing problems with your Galaxy Note 3 since having updated to Android 4.4.2 KitKat? Some problems that users have reported are email and contact sync errors, abnormally fast battery consumption, connection issues to Wi-Fi networks and apps that suddenly stop working. Don’t look any further than Android 4.4.2, the cause for many new problems on your phablet. For some, the Android update is problem-free, but for those who are living with an Android nightmare, here are some ways to solve your KitKat woes.

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Install official Kitkat 4.4.2 Build on Galaxy S4

Samsung has recently released Android 4.4.2 Kitkat for the Samsung Galaxy S4. If for some reason you have not managed to get the update over the air, then you may want to manually install the update and we will show you how you can do that here.

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As always, you have to proceed with caution as Android Essentials doesn’t assume any responsibility for any damage done due to the firmware installation.

Before you get started, please make sure your GS4 is the GT-I9500 version.

After you have made sure of this, you should back up your data and also make sure to charge your phone to at least 80% or have it charging while doing the installation.

Finally, you must enable USB debugging mode and you do this by going to settings and then on to developer options.

Manually Installing Android 4.4.2

1) Download the Firmware package and Odin v.3.07

2) You must then put your GS4 in download mode by holding down the volume down, home and power buttons. When a warning appears, you must press the volume up button.

3) You should then unzip Odin v.3.07. run the .exe file and then run it as an administrator.

4) Using your USB cable, you should connect your Galaxy S4 to your PC. One of the ID:COM fields should turn blue in Odin. If this doesn’t happen then you should reinstall the relevant drivers for your phone.

5) Within the Odin program, you should perform the following operations.

           A) Press PDA and select the file that has .tar.md5 in the file path.

           B) Press Phone and select the file with Modem in the file path.

           C) Press CSC and select the file with CSC in the file path.

           D) Press PIT and select the file with .pit in the file path.

6) Make sure “re-partition” is NOT selected. After this, check auto reboot and F. Reset Time.

7) Press the start button and the installation process should commence. Leave it alone until it is done.

8) Once your Galaxy S4 phone had rebooted, you will be running Android 4.4.2 Kitkat.

Have you used this method to update your phone? How did you find it? Please leave us a comment below and we will get back to you.

How to install CyanogenMod 11 [KitKat 4.4.2] on Samsung Galaxy S4 GT-I9500

Galaxy S4 GT-I9500 users no longer have to wait for a stable build of a highly-anticipated KitKat update, thanks to the release of the latest Android 4.4.2 KitKat custom firmware via CyanogenMod 11 (CM11) ROM. Though the CM11 ROM is an experimental build, most of the features are reportedly working fine with the exception of video camcorder, Wi-Fi tethering and a few random call quality issues.

Android 4.4.2 CyanogendMod 11 ROM brings improved stability and performance for Galaxy S4 GT-I9500

The new Android 4.4.2 KitKat build reportedly offers zippy speeds with the latest KitKat features onboard. Interested users can follow our step-by-step guide to install Android 4.4 KitKat on Galaxy S4 I9500 using CM11 ROM. Android Essentials reminds its readers that it will not be held liable for any device damage during or after firmware installation. Users are advised to proceed at their own risk.

Pre-requisites

• The Android 4.4.2 CyanogenMod 11 ROM and the instructions given in this guide are meant for the Galaxy S4 GT-I9500 model only. Verify device model number by navigating to Settings > About Phone.
• Back up data and settings using a recommended custom recovery tool, like ClockworkMod (CWM) or TWRP, as it creates a complete image of the existing phone setup. In Recovery, choose Backup and Restore and tap Backup.
• Verify correct USB drivers for the phone are installed on the computer (download Galaxy S4 I9500 USB drivers).
• Ensure USB debugging mode is enabled on the phone, by navigating to Settings > Developer Options (NOTE: Tap the phone's Build Number seven times to unlock or reveal the hidden Developer Options under Settings.) Then select the checkbox to enable USB debugging mode under Settings > Developer Options.

• Make sure the phone has at least 80% battery charge to prevent unexpected device shutdown (due to battery drain) while installing the ROM.
• Ensure the device is unlocked (not locked to a specific carrier) and rooted with latest ClockworkMod (CWM) Recovery (v6.0.4.5) installed. Alternatively, install CyanogenMod 10.2 Nightly which includes CWM recovery v6.0.4.5. If you are installing the CWM recovery for the first time, check out the video tutorial below, courtesy of The Android Soul:

• If the device is stuck at booting or experiencing boot loop issues, perform Wipe Cache Partition and Wipe Dalvik Cache a few more times before rebooting.
• Allow newly installed ROM to stabilise for five minutes before you start working on it.

Downloads Required

• Android 4.4.2 KitKat CyanogenMod 11 ROM for Galaxy S4 I9500
• Google Apps (pa_gapps)
• ClockworkMod Recovery
• TWRP Recovery

Steps to Install Android 4.4.2 KitKat on Galaxy S4 I9500 with CyanogenMod 11 ROM

Step-1: Download Android 4.4.2 KitKat CM11 ROM for Galaxy S4 I9500 to computer

Step-2: Download Google Apps package

Step-3: Connect the Galaxy S4 to computer via USB cable. Without extracting, copy the downloaded firmware zip and Google Apps zip files to the root folder of the phone's SD card.

The CyanogenMod Android 4.4.2 KitKat ROM can be installed on the Galaxy S4 using either CWM or TWRP recovery. Follow any method based on the recovery mode installed on your device.

How to Install Android 4.4.2 KitKat via ClockworkMod (CWM) Recovery

• Power off the phone and wait for 5 to 10 seconds until the device shuts down completely.
• Now press and hold Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together, until the Galaxy S4 logo appears on screen.
• Then release all three buttons at the same time to boot into recovery mode. NOTE: In recovery mode, use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the desired option.
• Perform Wipe data/Factory reset (this will delete all apps and their settings and game progress) and choose Yes on next screen to confirm the action.
• Return to CWM recovery main menu and select Mounts and Storage > Format System and click Yes on next screen to confirm.
• From the main menu of CWM recovery, go to Advanced and choose Wipe Dalvik Cache. Then hit Yes on next screen to confirm.
• Select Install Zip from sdcard and then click Choose zip from sdcard. Browse to the location of the CM11 firmware file (cm-11-20131214-UNOFFICIAL-i9500.zip)which you copied earlier to your phone's SD card. Choose Yes on next screen to confirm the firmware installation.
• Repeat the previous step to install Google Apps as well.
• Once Google Apps is also installed, select "+++++Go Back+++++" and reboot the phone by tapping reboot system now from the recovery menu. Your Galaxy S4 I9500 will restart and it may take about 5 minutes for first boot. So, do not interrupt the process.

Your Galaxy S4 I9500 is now running on Android 4.4.2 KitKat via CyanogenMod 11 ROM. Go to Settings > About Phone to verify the firmware installed.

How to Install Android 4.4.2 KitKat via TWRP Recovery

• Power off the phone and wait for 5 to 10 seconds until the device shuts down completely.
• Now press and hold Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together, until the Galaxy S4 logo appears on screen.
• Then release all three buttons at the same time to boot into recovery mode. NOTE: In recovery mode, use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the desired option.
• Perform Wipe data/Factory reset (this will delete all apps and their settings and game progress). To do so, tap on Wipe and scroll down to the bottom of the screen and do a Swipe on "Swipe to factory reset" option.
• Now perform a System format by selecting Wipe > Advanced Wipe and then tap onSystem option. Scroll to the bottom of screen and do a swipe on "Swipe to Wipe" option.
• Tap on install and navigate to the CM11 ROM zip file you copied earlier to your phone's SD card. Scroll to the bottom of screen and do a swipe to confirm the action and begin installing the firmware.
• Repeat the previous step to flash Google apps as well.
• Once Google Apps is also installed, select reboot and then tap on System to reboot your phone. Your Galaxy S4 I9500 will restart and it may take about 5 minutes for first boot. So, do not interrupt the process.

Your Galaxy S4 I9500 is now running on Android 4.4.2 KitKat via CyanogenMod 11 ROM. Go to Settings > About Phone to verify the firmware installed.