KitKat 4.4 thread. All discussion/news/rumors here!
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TORRENT MIRROR ( very fast )
I9500XXUFNB3_I9500SERFNB3_SER.zip
http://www.tmtecnologic.com/I9500XXUFNB3_I9500SERFNB3_SER.zip.torrent
I9500XXUFNB3_I9500SERFNB3_SER.zip
http://www.tmtecnologic.com/I9500XXUFNB3_I9500SERFNB3_SER.zip.torrent
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Guys installed about 45minutes ago, hard reset and now running perfectly! 
, beware it will install many bloats and a game but you can simply removes it,also language is Russian, you can change it.
The performance was good but not that close to CM11, but still the launcher feel more snappier and extra scrolling speed. The new Multiwindow is there and the battery icon is white, whole system alot smoother.
Happy! I9500 on my hand.
PS: the camera launch as fast as hell!
Sent from my GT-I9500 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
, beware it will install many bloats and a game but you can simply removes it,also language is Russian, you can change it.The performance was good but not that close to CM11, but still the launcher feel more snappier and extra scrolling speed. The new Multiwindow is there and the battery icon is white
, whole system alot smoother.Happy! I9500 on my hand.
PS: the camera launch as fast as hell!
Sent from my GT-I9500 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
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Apparently it's out for India to, but each time I try check it says I've already got the latest.
I'm running MK9 and INU CSC, anyway to get the phone to get the OTA Update now? I did OTA to Mk9 months ago so my CSC is correct, guess I must be patient.
I'm running MK9 and INU CSC, anyway to get the phone to get the OTA Update now? I did OTA to Mk9 months ago so my CSC is correct, guess I must be patient.
My device is fine here, the heat produced depend on our usage, the heat feel able at start and when it does heavy syncing with Google and other stuff. The heat mostly dissappear after turning on the power saving mode.
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Already ?! http://www.esphoneblog.com/samsung-...+EsPhoneblog+(es+PhoneBlog)#readsoruce_bottom
Sent from my GT-I9505
Sent from my GT-I9505
Everything is super fine
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Nice to know, thanks! i'm running the FNA5 kitkat leak on my I9505 having this trouble,
can't wait the official rom to solve this...
To I9500 users:
Is anyone having issues with AirDroid?
I cannot upload files, it is giving me a Network Failure error, has never happened before, yet I can delete files via the web UI.
Can anyone confirm?
I'm on the official XNFA3 something Russian FW
Is anyone having issues with AirDroid?
I cannot upload files, it is giving me a Network Failure error, has never happened before, yet I can delete files via the web UI.
Can anyone confirm?
I'm on the official XNFA3 something Russian FW
Congratulations , I am running official 4.3 right now on my i9500 , but it lags and it is slow .. I actually wanna sell and get new one .
What do you think about 4.4.2 .. Did it fix those problems ? In other words , can I feel the difference ?
Sent from my GT-I9500 using xda app-developers app
Kitkat is new framework which you can notice a smooth and responsy touch. In other words like iPhone. Kitkat is nxt gen of android. Nothing more than that you can expect.
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Curtesy of SamMobile! Thanks!
Android 4.4.2 KitKat quick video:
Official changelog for the Android 4.4.2 KitKat on smartphones:
http://www.sammobile.com/wp-content...y_Note3_Customer_Consultant_Guide_Ver1.0.pptx
Commonly Asked Questions
Will this trigger Knox?
This firmwares, being official, will NOT increase your binary counter NOR void your warranty.
How to install this?
If you didn't received the update OTA you can use Odin with the official firmwares posted below.
If you don't know how, look at this tutorial - http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=41072377&postcount=1
Will this update erase my internal memory by default?
No.
But because of upgrading to a newer base it is recommended to wipe data and cache before and after flashing the firmware.
If any problems occur post-install or you want to avoid any from the start, do a factory reset before installing the update. (carefull as it will delete everything on your internal memory!)
Can I install a custom recovery?
Yes.
You can flash your preferred recovery with Odin.
!!! This will trip the KNOX counter !!!
Can I root this firmware?
Yes.
!!! This will trip the KNOX counter!!!
Any changes for the interface?
- updated status bar with white icons;
- when playing music, the music album art is displayed as full-screen background for the lock screen;
- camera shortcut is displayed on the lockscreen (dependent on csc);
-stock keyboard's layout has been improved in landscape orientation;
- more and upgraded emojis for the stock keyboard;
- a new location menu;
- a new default applications menu;
- a new wireless printing menu;
For the complete and detailed changelog refer to the official changelog posted above.
How is the performance?
Pretty much the same.
Any Note III goodies?
The new multiwindow.
Sadly not anything else..
Any bugs?
- Can't connect to GLONASS satellites.
- Note that on the tw based 4.4 firmwares there's no option to switch from dalvik to the art runtime (this is not a bug, Samsung just wanted to avoid any problems (as art is just in an experimental phase) so it removed this option).
- Also in KitKat, applications will no longer be able create, modify, or remove files and folders on your external SD card. As a for-instance, you can no longer use a file manager to copy files from your computer to the SD card over a network. This ability, which has existed since the beginning of Android, has been taken away by Google.
If you have this problems and have root you can try this fix - http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2607215
How does it feel? Is it good for a daily driver?
Seems faster when scrolling, UI still lags but less. Smoother transitions.
The smearing seems to be back again.
Definitely good enough for a daily!
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Downloads:
For more mirrored official firmwares, or any sw problems you guys can check out @samersh72 great thread [GUIDE] Unroot/Unbrick, Flash official stock firmware on Galaxy S4 GT-I9500 & I950515
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Mod Edit
It is OK to post in your language , but you MUST post an English translation as well.
Thank you.
malybru
Forum Moderator10Here i upload it to mega.(XXUFNB9)
https://mega.co.nz/#!R5kk1TbT!dhcFKkRcdCfGH2Kd4U4_QyTWkjgFi4ryhePYtvYO4lo10
