S4 ZOOM KITKAT UPDATE -- with Custom Recovery, Root Guide, and SD Card Fix Included

[Muhammad Ishtiaq]

C101 Not detected in download mood

Try another usb cable.

Sent from my SM-C105 using XDA Free mobile app

Hello Bro. i have also tried 3 cables but the issue is same.. please have any other help?..

 

[aakashasaj]

Hello Bro. i have also tried 3 cables but the issue is same.. please have any other help?..

Delete all the Samsung drivers and download new one.

Sent from my SM-C105 using XDA Free mobile app

 

[aakashasaj]

baseband help

How can i update only 'baseband' for sm c105, as currently my baseband is unknown and my imei is null/null. Op Please help

 

[kpapi]

nand error

Please help.

Followed all instructions but I keep getting this error:

<OSM> Enter CS for MD5..
<OSM> Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
<OSM> Please wait..
<OSM> C105XXUBNF3_C105BTUBNF3_C105XXUBNF3_HOME.tar.md5 is valid.
<OSM> Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
<OSM> Leave CS..
<ID:0/006> Added!!
<ID:0/006> Odin v.3 engine (ID:6)..
<ID:0/006> File analysis..
<ID:0/006> SetupConnection..
<ID:0/006> Initialzation..
<ID:0/006> Get PIT for mapping..
<ID:0/006> Firmware update start..
<ID:0/006> SingleDownload.
<ID:0/006> boot.img
<ID:0/006> NAND Write Start!!
<ID:0/006> FAIL!
<ID:0/006>
<ID:0/006> Complete(Write) operation failed.
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)

(screenshot attached)




I tried:

different USB ports,
ejecting the battery for 10 minutes
redownloading the MD5 file
rebooting the PC

Nothing works. I'm running stock firmware rooted with saferoot, C105AUCUAMJ2. Any solutions?

 

[itachi06006]

galaxy zoom sm c105

- Before you proceed, please read everything carefully, as we are not liable for any damage to your smartphone.. Everything is tested on our own devices..

- This is for SM-C101 and SM-C105 ONLY! (tested on both versions) by Ares Escudero and Jaymar Dela Cruz

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS:

1. A Working Windows 7 or 8 PC (for Auto Driver Downloads!)
or Just download and install these Drivers:
- http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=961956

2. Your S4 Zoom SM-C101 or SM-C105

3. Micro USB Cable


DOWNLOAD REQUIREMENTS:

1. KITKAT ROM:
- Check you model number 1st on settings -> about phone
- Download according to your model number
- Nevermind the Country (Baseband), as I've checked, they have mostly universal ones
- If you can't download, register 1st in sammobile website, then re-open link!

A. For SM-C101:
- Download and Extract the zip file below (using 7zip or any other zip extracting app)
- http://dl.sammobile.com/N1lZQjErISo...BGU5OW1tHWkU./C101XXUBNF4_C101SERBNF4_SER.zip


B. For SM-C105:
- Download and Extract the zip file below (using 7zip or any other zip extracting app)
- http://dl.sammobile.com/N1lZRjErISo...BGU5OW1tBUEs./C105XXUBNF3_C105BTUBNF3_BTU.zip


2. Odin v.3.09:
- Download and Extract the zip file below (using 7zip or any other zip extracting app)
- https://mega.co.nz/#!UdRRyCAT!H4FyVxYynNWvXqRNmnpMGQRCP-dG3uykgP2pT4rh8Ek

or alternate link here: http://xdaforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=2761475&d=1400971677


3. TWRP Recovery:
- This is a custom recovery, this is actually very important
- This will help ROOT your device and FIX Kitkat 4.4's RESTRICTION on SD Card Write Issue
- I will explain full details on steps below
- This is C101 and C105 compatible
- DO NOT EXTRACT
- Download: http://xdaforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=2757511&d=1400773644


----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Let's Start!

STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE:

A. Flashing KITKAT ROM into your Galaxy S4 Zoom:

1. Turn off your phone and wait about 5-10 seconds (to ensure that it is already fully turned off)
2. When the device is off, PRESS AND HOLD power button + volume down until you see the device "Download Mode"
3. Press Volume Up to Continue

4. Right Click Odin v3.09 exe, and "Run as administrator"
5. Inside Odin, Press "AP", and a window will open
6. Find the Kitkat Md5 file you just downloaded (ex: C101XXUBNF4_C101SERBNF4_C101XXUBNF4_HOME.tar.md5), and click open

7. Connect your S4-zoom via USB Cable to your PC
8. Click Start in Odin
9. Wait for it to finish ...

Warning! DO NOT UNPLUG the device and DO NOT TURN OFF PC until it is all okay and your device has booted! .. check Odin messages.. it should say

" All threads completed. (succeed 1 / failed 0)"


10. Wait for your phone to boot (Android is Upgrading will be seen in your phone after the flash process has been complete)

11. Congratulations, you now have updated your device to Kitkat 4.4.2 !!



B. Flashing TWRP Custom Recovery + ROOT your device!

1. Turn off your phone and wait about 5-10 seconds (to ensure that it is already fully turned off)
2. When the device is off, PRESS AND HOLD power button + volume down until you see the device "Download Mode"
3. Press Volume Up to Continue

4. Right Click Odin v3.09 exe, and "Run as administrator"
5. Inside Odin, Press "AP", and a window will open

6. Find the TWRP tar file you downloaded (TWRPv2.6.3.0), and click Open

7. Connect your S4-zoom via USB Cable to your PC
8. Click Start in Odin
9. Wait for it to finish ... it will be very quick!

10. After you device has booted, download SUPER SU from playstore:
- https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=eu.chainfire.supersu

11. Go back in home screen

12. PRESS AND HOLD Power Button + Volume Up + Home Key UNTIL your device restarts..
It will restart in TWRP RECOVERY MODE (you will see TEAMWIN Logo)

13. Inside TWRP recovery, Press REBOOT, then press SYSTEM

14. It will as to ROOT the DEVICE.. confirm by Swiping

15. Wait for it to Reboot, and Congratulations, you now have Custom Recovery + ROOTED Kitkat device



C. FIXING Kitkat 4.4 Update's SD-CARD WRITE ISSUE

- This is actually very important, since Kitkat is a Pain in the ass when it comes to Write Permission on SD Cards!
- This will FIX those Issues!


1. Download and Install SDFix: KitKat Writable MicroSD:
- Playstore Link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nextapp.sdfix
- Manual Install Link: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2684188

2. Open the App, and Allow SUPERSU Root permission if prompted

3. Press Continue, and proceed

4. Repeat as necessary until it says "NO ACTION REQUIRED"

5. RESTART YOUR PHONE

6. Congratulations, you just completed the final step on enjoying your Kitkat updated phone!


-------------------------------------------------------------------------

CHANGELOG:

- smoother UI (Faster!)
- better cam firmware (it captures better auto) (but no new features)
- now supports emoji (like from swiftkey keyboard)
- faster launching of heavy games (tested with amazing spiderman and GTA) (only based on my previous experience, not side by side)
- statusbar icon changes
- wireless printing
- some new stuff in accessibility
- some new stuff in developer mode
- better battery life (especially in power saver mode)
- gps switch overall changed to location
- bug fixes like auto opening camera in some old firmwares
- fixed clock widget (centered)

* comment if there are more



Credits:
- XDA Forums, and Sammobile Web Page
- szczecinianin77 for TWRP Recovery Port
- makers of SDfix App
- CM and MI Team friends, for supporting always via chat
- Jaymar Dela Cruz for testing C105
- Ares Escudero, Guide Creator and testing C101

PS: you can copy-paste this guide on blogs and forums, as long as you retain the Credits Section. Thank You

hello everybody
i have a galaxy zoom c105 lte and i upgrade it to kitkat 4.4.2 and the device don t start .it stay at the start screen i mean galaxy zoom sm c 105 and that s all and the custom recovery dont work mean restart +vol down please help.

 

[aakashasaj]

hello everybody
i have a galaxy zoom c105 lte and i upgrade it to kitkat 4.4.2 and the device don t start .it stay at the start screen i mean galaxy zoom sm c 105 and that s all and the custom recovery dont work mean restart +vol down please help.

For recovery Press VOL UP + POWER button and then wipe date and your phone will start.

 

[awds1130]

<OSM> Enter CS for MD5..
<OSM> Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
<OSM> Please wait..
<OSM> C105XXUBNF3_C105BTUBNF3_C105XXUBNF3_HOME.tar.md5 is valid.
<OSM> Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
<OSM> Leave CS..
<ID:0/003> Odin v.3 engine (ID:3)..
<ID:0/003> File analysis..
<ID:0/003> SetupConnection..
<ID:0/003> Initialzation..
<ID:0/003> Get PIT for mapping..
<ID:0/003> Firmware update start..
<ID:0/003> SingleDownload.
<ID:0/003> boot.img
<ID:0/003> NAND Write Start!!
<ID:0/003> recovery.img
<ID:0/003> system.img
<ID:0/003> cache.img
<ID:0/003> hidden.img
<ID:0/003> modem.bin
<ID:0/003> FAIL!
<ID:0/003>
<ID:0/003> Complete(Write) operation failed.
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)

sm-c105k model for korea

 

[TP555]

New CF-Auto Root Needed for SM-C105

Hi

I need a new CF-Auto Root for my Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom (SM-C105)

Android 4.4.2
Built Number : KOT49H.C105XXUBOB1

TP555

 

[tanculiang]

my c101 always boot up when charging after update kitkat

 

[Ming72]

Which is currently the best root method?

My warranty is about to expire so I would like to root my SM-C105. Which is currently the best root method, this one or the CF-Auto-Root by @Chainfire? I'm on Android 4.4.2, baseband C105XXUBNI3. I don't want to do anything fancy - just root, apply the SD card fix & apply the fix to increase video recording length.

 

[JeyceGuerrero]

For Samsung Galaxy s4 Zoom c105A Lte??????

 

[Roland (HUN)]

Kit Kat does not remember wifi password
Also downgrade 4.2.2. ( C101XWUAMK4) ok

Hello... I am from Hungary and sorry, but i speak in english a little bit. :S

I lost the S4Zoom (SM-C105 LTE) original rom backup from SD card.
I use a recovery program (Recuva) but unsuccessful results.
The file is overwritten.

Can you help me downgrade 4.4.2 to 4.2 version?
I can't like root.
(Solution: recovery menu to launch the installer without root .
Is it possible?)
Help me please...

~Model Number: SM-C105
~Android version: 4.4.2
~Baseband version: C105XXUBNL1
~Kernel version: 3.0.31-3461526
dpi@SWDD5810 #1
Tue Dec 2 18:30:47 KST 2014
~Build Number: KOT49H.C105XXUBNL1

This is OS bug. Freezy,slowly and automatically random time restart. My S4 Zoom is terrible...
Save my cam-phone please.
Thank you.

 

[tinkech]

S4 zoom custom lollipop or even Marshmellow

Hi Freyelis,

I am about to give your guide a try and flash my SM-C101.

Do you have any plans to take this further to Lollipop and maybe even Marshmellow is there a thread I can follow for the development?

Thanks

Chris

 

[SierraTheWolfe]

Some of the links are no longer working.

 

[Musaddiq43]

Flashing 4.2.2 (XFA or XFE) on Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom SM-C101 ??

Hi there "Posters", can someone please tell me what's the difference between XFA and XFE when downloading the 4.4.2 KitKat ROM for the Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom SM-C101 off SamMobile. Also 4.4.2 is only available as XFE on their website, the latest XFA available is currently at 4.2.2 and my phone has (ZKA)XFA on the box that it came in . I am situated in South Africa.

Thanks in advance :fingers-crossed:

 

[faizoolahamed.m.i]

I want to change the rom

 

[TheHLC]

invalid user

I am getting an "invalid user" error when trying to access the C-101 rom

I tried both being logged into and out of sammobile but the same error occurs. Is there another link to this available anywhere?

 

[mtamaabdullah]

- Before you proceed, please read everything carefully, as we are not liable for any damage to your smartphone.. Everything is tested on our own devices..

- This is for SM-C101 and SM-C105 ONLY! (tested on both versions) by Ares Escudero and Jaymar Dela Cruz

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS:

1. A Working Windows 7 or 8 PC (for Auto Driver Downloads!)
or Just download and install these Drivers:
- http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=961956

2. Your S4 Zoom SM-C101 or SM-C105

3. Micro USB Cable


DOWNLOAD REQUIREMENTS:

1. KITKAT ROM:
- Check you model number 1st on settings -> about phone
- Download according to your model number
- Nevermind the Country (Baseband), as I've checked, they have mostly universal ones
- If you can't download, register 1st in sammobile website, then re-open link!

A. For SM-C101:
- Download and Extract the zip file below (using 7zip or any other zip extracting app)
- http://dl.sammobile.com/N1lZQjErISo...BGU5OW1tHWkU./C101XXUBNF4_C101SERBNF4_SER.zip


B. For SM-C105:
- Download and Extract the zip file below (using 7zip or any other zip extracting app)
- http://dl.sammobile.com/N1lZRjErISo...BGU5OW1tBUEs./C105XXUBNF3_C105BTUBNF3_BTU.zip


2. Odin v.3.09:
- Download and Extract the zip file below (using 7zip or any other zip extracting app)
- https://mega.co.nz/#!UdRRyCAT!H4FyVxYynNWvXqRNmnpMGQRCP-dG3uykgP2pT4rh8Ek

or alternate link here: http://xdaforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=2761475&d=1400971677


3. TWRP Recovery:
- This is a custom recovery, this is actually very important
- This will help ROOT your device and FIX Kitkat 4.4's RESTRICTION on SD Card Write Issue
- I will explain full details on steps below
- This is C101 and C105 compatible
- DO NOT EXTRACT
- Download: http://xdaforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=2757511&d=1400773644


----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Let's Start!

STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE:

A. Flashing KITKAT ROM into your Galaxy S4 Zoom:

1. Turn off your phone and wait about 5-10 seconds (to ensure that it is already fully turned off)
2. When the device is off, PRESS AND HOLD power button + volume down until you see the device "Download Mode"
3. Press Volume Up to Continue

4. Right Click Odin v3.09 exe, and "Run as administrator"
5. Inside Odin, Press "AP", and a window will open
6. Find the Kitkat Md5 file you just downloaded (ex: C101XXUBNF4_C101SERBNF4_C101XXUBNF4_HOME.tar.md5), and click open

7. Connect your S4-zoom via USB Cable to your PC
8. Click Start in Odin
9. Wait for it to finish ...

Warning! DO NOT UNPLUG the device and DO NOT TURN OFF PC until it is all okay and your device has booted! .. check Odin messages.. it should say

" All threads completed. (succeed 1 / failed 0)"


10. Wait for your phone to boot (Android is Upgrading will be seen in your phone after the flash process has been complete)

11. Congratulations, you now have updated your device to Kitkat 4.4.2 !!



B. Flashing TWRP Custom Recovery + ROOT your device!

1. Turn off your phone and wait about 5-10 seconds (to ensure that it is already fully turned off)
2. When the device is off, PRESS AND HOLD power button + volume down until you see the device "Download Mode"
3. Press Volume Up to Continue

4. Right Click Odin v3.09 exe, and "Run as administrator"
5. Inside Odin, Press "AP", and a window will open

6. Find the TWRP tar file you downloaded (TWRPv2.6.3.0), and click Open

7. Connect your S4-zoom via USB Cable to your PC
8. Click Start in Odin
9. Wait for it to finish ... it will be very quick!

10. After you device has booted, download SUPER SU from playstore:
- https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=eu.chainfire.supersu

11. Go back in home screen

12. PRESS AND HOLD Power Button + Volume Up + Home Key UNTIL your device restarts..
It will restart in TWRP RECOVERY MODE (you will see TEAMWIN Logo)

13. Inside TWRP recovery, Press REBOOT, then press SYSTEM

14. It will as to ROOT the DEVICE.. confirm by Swiping

15. Wait for it to Reboot, and Congratulations, you now have Custom Recovery + ROOTED Kitkat device



C. FIXING Kitkat 4.4 Update's SD-CARD WRITE ISSUE

- This is actually very important, since Kitkat is a Pain in the ass when it comes to Write Permission on SD Cards!
- This will FIX those Issues!


1. Download and Install SDFix: KitKat Writable MicroSD:
- Playstore Link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nextapp.sdfix
- Manual Install Link: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2684188

2. Open the App, and Allow SUPERSU Root permission if prompted

3. Press Continue, and proceed

4. Repeat as necessary until it says "NO ACTION REQUIRED"

5. RESTART YOUR PHONE

6. Congratulations, you just completed the final step on enjoying your Kitkat updated phone!


-------------------------------------------------------------------------

CHANGELOG:

- smoother UI (Faster!)
- better cam firmware (it captures better auto) (but no new features)
- now supports emoji (like from swiftkey keyboard)
- faster launching of heavy games (tested with amazing spiderman and GTA) (only based on my previous experience, not side by side)
- statusbar icon changes
- wireless printing
- some new stuff in accessibility
- some new stuff in developer mode
- better battery life (especially in power saver mode)
- gps switch overall changed to location
- bug fixes like auto opening camera in some old firmwares
- fixed clock widget (centered)

* comment if there are more



Credits:
- XDA Forums, and Sammobile Web Page
- szczecinianin77 for TWRP Recovery Port
- makers of SDfix App
- CM and MI Team friends, for supporting always via chat
- Jaymar Dela Cruz for testing C105
- Ares Escudero, Guide Creator and testing C101

PS: you can copy-paste this guide on blogs and forums, as long as you retain the Credits Section. Thank You

Wanna Try, but after got 10 post already. LOL

---------- Post added at 11:08 AM ---------- Previous post was at 11:06 AM ----------

I am getting an "invalid user" error when trying to access the C-101 rom

I tried both being logged into and out of sammobile but the same error occurs. Is there another link to this available anywhere?

Hi, me to.
Maybe we can download if we have 10 post. :fingers-crossed:

---------- Post added at 11:13 AM ---------- Previous post was at 11:08 AM ----------

Hello... I am from Hungary and sorry, but i speak in english a little bit. :S

I lost the S4Zoom (SM-C105 LTE) original rom backup from SD card.
I use a recovery program (Recuva) but unsuccessful results.
The file is overwritten.

Can you help me downgrade 4.4.2 to 4.2 version?
I can't like root.
(Solution: recovery menu to launch the installer without root .
Is it possible?)
Help me please...

~Model Number: SM-C105
~Android version: 4.4.2
~Baseband version: C105XXUBNL1
~Kernel version: 3.0.31-3461526
dpi@SWDD5810 #1
Tue Dec 2 18:30:47 KST 2014
~Build Number: KOT49H.C105XXUBNL1

This is OS bug. Freezy,slowly and automatically random time restart. My S4 Zoom is terrible...
Save my cam-phone please.
Thank you.

please check this link : https://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/download/20601/C105XXUAMHC_C105OXXAMI1_XEH/

 

[KalMario]

Bootloader

Hello
How to check wersion of bootloader??
I have S4 Zoom (SM-C101) runing on stock rom 4.4.2 C101XXUBNH1 (Poland) (im sucessfuly flashed phone by odin and rooted by PhilZ touch recovery 6.41.6) now im planing to downgrade to 4.2.2 because of mirrorlink 1.0 in rom 4.2.2 (need for toyota touch 2 radio in car).
In other post i reed it's possible do downgrade to brasilian rom 4.2.2 (because of same bootloader version)
May i please of any help? (before i brick phone)
Thank You

about other post here
What exacly of rom you need link? (write nr) maybe i can download it for you by other serwice (sammobile don't answer to me either) -> chomikuj.pl

 

[capt_planit]

Did you try cat /proc/last_kmsg? Lots of info there under ATAG_CMDLINE, at least on my device. Both an "androidboot.bootloader" and an "androidboot.serialno" just a guess, but I bet you should match them both to your update. Good luck. c_p