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Samsung is rolling out the Android 4.4.2 update KitKat in a number of countries for different devices, and Android 4.4.4 and Android 4.4.3 KitKat KitKat update is finally available in some places.
unlike a number of its other Competitors, Samsung has not Announced That It is Bringing the Android 4.4.3 and Android 4.4.4 KitKat KitKat updates to its phones, eventhough the patches havebeen out for sometime.
The upcoming Galaxy Alpha Will be running on Android 4.4.4 KitKat, however, of according to official information from Samsung.
It is unclear if the Galaxy Note 4, Which Should be unveiled at at Unpacked event on September 3, will run on Android 4.4.3 or Android 4.4.4 KitKat KitKat.
Also, some carriers in the United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada will be rolling out the Android 4.4.3 KitKat and the Android KitKat 4.4.4 update for some phone models.
Optus notes on its sitethat an Android 4.4.4 update for the KitKat Galaxy S5 has been Approved, and could be available “within the coming days.”
The European Galaxy S5 LTE-A model willalso get an Android 4.4.4 update KitKat in the United Kingdom.
Finally, Rogers in Canada lists the Android 4.4.3 update as KitKat being available for the Galaxy Note 3 and S4, and That the Android 4.4.3 update for the KitKat Galaxy Mega, S4 Galaxy Mini, Galaxy S3 Mini, and Galaxy Note 8.0 is “coming soon.”
Cheque out a list of countries and Samsung mobile devices thatwill be receiving the Android 4.4.2 update via KitKat SamMobile below.
Galaxy S4
Baltic [LTE ]
France [LTE]
The Netherlands [VE]
New Zealand [LTE-A]
Saudi Arabia [LTE]
South Korea [Active]
United Arab Emirates [LTE]
United Kingdom [LTE]
Tab 4
Argentina [8.0 Wi-Fi]
Baltic [10.1 4G]
Brazil [8.0 Wi-Fi]
France [8.0 LTE, 4G 10.1]
Germany [10.1 4G]
Hong Kong [10.1 Wi-Fi]
Italy [10.1 4G]
Mexico [8.0 Wi-Fi]
Panama [8.0 Wi-Fi]
Peru [8.0 Wi-Fi]
Trinidad and Tobago [8.0 Wi-Fi]
Note 3
Argentina [Neo]
Hong Kong [LTE]
New Zealand [LTE]
Portugal [LTE]
Russia
Ukraine
Note II
Italy
Portugal [LTE]
Slovenia
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Which phablet device is the better choice for Consumers? We pit the Sony Xperia T2 Ultra Against the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 N7100 to See Which is worth the purchase.
In terms of design and display, the Sony Xperia T2 Ultra has a 6 inches Triluminos IPS LCD display, Which uses the Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2 for excellent color reproduction, so users will have an amazing experience as long as They do not use the device in direct sun light. Its screen resolution is at 720×1280 pixels and the pixel density is at 245ppi. It weights almost 172 grams and its dimensions are 165.2 × 83.8 × 7.7 mm. It comes in white, black and purple and has the power button, camera buton and volume rocker on the upper right side.
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The Samsung Galaxy Note 2 N7100 has the indispensable S Pen stylus, a power button located on the right edge, the volume rocker on the right, the audio jack On the top, and the USB charging is in the opposite side. It has a 5.5 inches Super AMOLED, Which has the same resolution as it’s rival, but the pixel density is at 267ppi. It weighs 183 grams and the dimensions are 151.1 × 80.5 × 9.4 mm.
For the hardware and OS, The Sony Xperia T2 Ultra has a quad-core 1.4GHz Cortex A7 processor supported by a Qualcomm MSM8928 Snapdragon chipset 400, it uses an Adreno 305 GPU and it hosts 1GB of RAM. Its internal memory is at 8GB, expandable up to 32GB and it runs on the Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean) OS, but user can upgrade it to v4.4.2 (KitKat). Also, there are 6 homescreens Which users can customize on.
The Samsung Galaxy Note 2 N1700 has a quad-core 1.6GHz Cortex A9 processor, Which is based on an Exynos 4412 chipset and Quad uses a Mali-400MP4 GPU. The RAM capacity is double and users can opt for one of the three variants of internal memories: 16/32/64 GB (the first two are expandable up to 64GB). It runs on the Android v4.1.1 (Jelly Bean), but now it runs on v4.4.2 (KitKat). Also, there is a layer of TouchWiz UI on top of it.
For the battery and camera specs, the Sony Xperia C has a non-removable Li-Ion 3000mAh battery Which lasts around 24 hours When talking on 3G. The Samsung Galaxy Note II N7100 has a user replaceable Li-Ion 3100mAh battery That last up to 16 hours on 3G.
The Sony Xperia T2 Ultra sports a better rear camera of 13MP with featuressuch as autofocus, LED flash, geo tagging, HDR, sweep panorama, face detection, touch focus and image stabilization. This phablet records videos at 1080p @ 30fps and with the 1.1MP front camera it can record at 720p @ 30fps.
The Samsung Galaxy Note N7100 2 has an 8MP back camera with similar features and it Simultaneous records HD videos and images. The quality of the images is excellent even if They are taken in day sun light or in low light conditions. The secondary camera is 1.9MP.
The Sony Xperia T2 Ultra cost $ 361, while the Samsung Galaxy Note N7100 II costs $ 404
Which phablet device is worth the purchase? Sound off in the comments section below.
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Samsung is rolling out the Android 4.4.2 update KitKat in a number of countries for different devices, and Android 4.4.4 and Android 4.4.3 KitKat KitKat update is finally available in some places.
unlike a number of its other Competitors, Samsung has not Announced That It is Bringing the Android 4.4.3 and Android 4.4.4 KitKat KitKat updates to its phones, eventhough the patches havebeen out for sometime.
The upcoming Galaxy Alpha Will be running on Android 4.4.4 KitKat, however, of according to official information from Samsung.
It is unclear if the Galaxy Note 4, Which Should be unveiled at at Unpacked event on September 3, will run on Android 4.4.3 or Android 4.4.4 KitKat KitKat.
Also, some carriers in the United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada will be rolling out the Android 4.4.3 KitKat and the Android KitKat 4.4.4 update for some phone models.
Optus notes on its sitethat an Android 4.4.4 update for the KitKat Galaxy S5 has been Approved, and could be available “within the coming days.”
The European Galaxy S5 LTE-A model willalso get an Android 4.4.4 update KitKat in the United Kingdom.
Finally, Rogers in Canada lists the Android 4.4.3 update as KitKat being available for the Galaxy Note 3 and S4, and That the Android 4.4.3 update for the KitKat Galaxy Mega, S4 Galaxy Mini, Galaxy S3 Mini, and Galaxy Note 8.0 is “coming soon.”
Cheque out a list of countries and Samsung mobile devices thatwill be receiving the Android 4.4.2 update via KitKat SamMobile below.
Galaxy S4
Baltic [LTE ]
France [LTE]
The Netherlands [VE]
New Zealand [LTE-A]
Saudi Arabia [LTE]
South Korea [Active]
United Arab Emirates [LTE]
United Kingdom [LTE]
Tab 4
Argentina [8.0 Wi-Fi]
Baltic [10.1 4G]
Brazil [8.0 Wi-Fi]
France [8.0 LTE, 4G 10.1]
Germany [10.1 4G]
Hong Kong [10.1 Wi-Fi]
Italy [10.1 4G]
Mexico [8.0 Wi-Fi]
Panama [8.0 Wi-Fi]
Peru [8.0 Wi-Fi]
Trinidad and Tobago [8.0 Wi-Fi]
Note 3
Argentina [Neo]
Hong Kong [LTE]
New Zealand [LTE]
Portugal [LTE]
Russia
Ukraine
Note II
Italy
Portugal [LTE]
Slovenia
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Samsung Launched Note 3 Neo in India in February. Note 3 Neo is installed with a 5.5-inch HD Super AMOLED display That possesses a resolution of 720×1280 pixels. The smartphone runs on a hexa-core processor alongwith 2GB of RAM. It contains 16GB of inbuilt storage capacity That Can Further pray expanded up to 64GB through the usage of a microSD memory card. The device features an 8-megapixel rear camera with LED flash and BSI sensor with a 2-megapixel front-facing camera That alsoincludes Such sensor. It includes Wi-Fi, GPS, GLONASS, NFC, Bluetooth, Infrared and 3G as connectivity options. It is packed with a 3100mAh battery. Following the league of Note device, Note 3 Neo overpriced showcases a S Pen stylus. The Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Neo comes with preloaded app galore That include Samsung Apps, Samsung Chaton, Samsung WatchON, Samsung Link, Screen Mirroring, S Voice, S Health, Group Play, Smart Scrolling, Smart Pause, Air View, Story Album and S Translator Among others. The S Pen Comes With Air Command and Easy Clip feature, and overpriced Supports Multi Window and S Note. The Galaxy Note 3 Neo overpriced features Google apps Such as Google Search, Gmail, Google+, Google Maps, Play Books, Play Movies, Play Music, Play Store, Play Games, Hangouts, Voice Search, and YouTube. The phablet Comes With dimensions 148.4×77.4×8.6mm and weighs 162.5 grams. Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Neo
Samsung Galaxy Note 2 users can now install Android 4.4.4 update KitKat, although via a custom firmware.
The specs list for the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 on GSM Arena noted That That and latest official update made available for the 2012 phablet was Android 4.4.2 KitKat. But thanks to custom Android Developers, the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 owners can now install Android 4.4.4 KitKat Update, Google’s latest mobile operating system.
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Particularly, the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 users can install Android 4.4.4 KitKat update via the official OmniROM nightly build. The custom firmware is compatible for the GT-N7100 model, of according to a report on the International Business Times.
Android users should know That installing custom and unofficial firmware can cause damage to the device, especially When The Procedures are not done properly. To Install Android 4.4.4 Update on KitKat Samsung Galaxy Note GT-N7100 2, follow the detailed Procedures posted on this IB Times post.
But before Proceeding to upgrade the phablet with OmniROM firmware based on Android 4.4.4 update KitKat, there are some conditions to meet first.
Make surethat the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 you own is the GT-N7100. Installing Android 4.4.4 update via KitKat OmniROM on the wrong device can damage the unit.
The battery level of the Samsung Galaxy Note GT-N7100 2 Should be 80 percent or higher.
Enable USB Debugging mode on the 2012 phablet. To Do So, simple go to Settings & gt; Developer Options.
Install the Appropriate USB drivers of the Samsung Galaxy Note GT-N7100 2 on the computer to make surethat the Android device will moonrise Connect with the PC During the installation process.
Create a backup of the data and settings stored on the Samsung Galaxy Note GT-N7100 2. Experts suggest the use of the most recommended Custom Recovery Tools Such as ClockworkMod or TWRP.
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The official OmniROM night lies are now rolling out for the international Galaxy Note 2 variants with model number GT-N7100. Using the ROM users can upgrade Their devices to Android 4.4.4.
Note 2 users, who wish to Install Android 4.4.4 Update on Their Devices using OmniROM, May Follow the installation guide below.
IBTimes UK reminds its readers That it will not be held Responsible for any damage to the device.
Before Following the setup wizard, users are advised to Verify Their Devices Meet Following Requirements.
Pre-requisites
1) Install USB Drivers for the Galaxy Note 2 to transfer files between the Android device and the computer.
2) Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone to connect it with the computer and use the Android SDK with it. [Navigate Settings & gt; & gt; Developer Options then check the USB Debugging option.]
3) As The tutorial might wipe out all the data of the phone, backup. If the device is using any custom Recovery Utilities, Such as ClockworkMod or TWRP, then backup data With that utility.
4) If the Android phone powers off due to lack of battery power During the process, it could damage the device. Therefore, the Note 2′s Battery Charge Should be at least 80%.
5) The Phone Should be rooted and have latest version of Recovery.
6) The OmniROM nightly works only with Galaxy Note N7100 2. Applying this ROM to any other variant might brick the device, Verify the model number of Note 2 by navigating to Settings & gt; & gt; About phone & gt; & gt; Model number.
7) After flashing the ROM, if the device gets stuck on boot-up animation or it goes into a boot loop then perform wipe cache partition and Wipe Dalvik cache a few times, before Rebooting the device.
8) Once the ROM is installed, users are advised to wait for 10 minutes after the device reboots for the first time for a better user experience.
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OmniROM
Gapps
How to install Android 4.4.4 on the Galaxy Note (GT-N7100 2) using OmniROM
Step 1: Connect the Galaxy Note 2 to the computer using the USB cable then move the downloaded files to the internal storage of the phone. But do not unzip the files.
Step 2: Unplug the USB cable from the phone and switch it off.
Step 3: Enter into recovery mode by pressing and holding Volume Up Home and Power buttons together. This guide Supports Both CWM and TWRP recoveries. You May use either of the recoveries to Install the CM11.0 M9 build.
Step 4: Create a Nandroid backup of the current ROM, Which can be restored later if the new ROM does not work or if you wish to go back to the previous ROM.
CWM: Select Backup and Restore , name the file, and confirm the process.
TWRP: Press Backup , name the file, then swipe to confirm the process.
Step 5: Apply Factory Reset. This will wipe all data from the system partition, Which means the device will lose installed apps data and all the other system files. Note That factory reset does not delete contents from Internal or External Storage.
CWM: Select wipe data / factory reset and confirm the process
TWRP: Press Wipe and swipe to confirm,
Note: Do not skip this process as the new ROM might not boot into normal mode.
Step 6: Install OmniROM on the Galaxy Note the second
CWM: Select install zip from sdcard then choose zip from sdcard. Now browse to the location where the ROM is saved. Select it and confirm installation.
TWRP: Press Install , find the ROM file and swipe to confirm installation.
Step 7: When the ROM is installed, follow the similar procedure to flash Gapps file.
Step 8: After the installation process is completed, return to the custom recovery screen and reboot the phone into normal mode.
The Note 2 Should now be updated with the OmniROM featuring the customized Android 4.4.4.
[Source: Android Geeks]
OmniROM nightly released for the Galaxy Note 2 N7100. (howard forums)
The official OmniROM night lies are now rolling out for the international Galaxy Note 2 variants with model Number GT-N7100. Using the ROM users can upgrade Their devices to Android 4.4.4.
Note 2 users, who wish to Install Android 4.4.4 Update on Their Devices using OmniROM, May Follow the installation guide below.
IBTimes UK reminds its readers That it will not be held Responsible for any damage to the device.
Before Following the setup wizard, users are advised to Verify Their Devices Meet Following Requirements.
Pre-requisites
1) Install USB Drivers for the Galaxy Note 2 to transfer files between the Android device and the computer.
2) Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone to connect it with the computer and use the Android SDK with it. [Navigate Settings & gt; & gt; Developer Options then check the USB Debugging option.]
3) As The tutorial might wipe out all the data of the phone, backup. If the device is using any custom Recovery Utilities, Such as ClockworkMod or TWRP, then backup data With that utility.
4) If the Android phone powers off due to lack of battery power During the process, it could damage the device. Therefore, the Note 2′s Battery Charge Should be at least 80%.
5) The Phone Should be rooted and have latest version of Recovery.
6) The OmniROM nightly works only with Galaxy Note N7100 2. Applying this ROM to any other variant might brick the device, Verify the model number of Note 2 by navigating to Settings & gt; & gt; About phone & gt; & gt; Model number.
7) After flashing the ROM, if the device gets stuck on boot-up animation or it goes into a boot loop then perform wipe cache partition and Wipe Dalvik cache a few times, before Rebooting the device.
8) Once the ROM is installed, users are advised to wait for 10 minutes after the device reboots for the first time for a better user experience.
Download Files
OmniROM
Gapps
How to install Android 4.4.4 on the Galaxy Note (GT-N7100 2) using OmniROM
Step 1: Connect the Galaxy Note 2 to the computer using the USB cable then move the downloaded files to the internal storage of the phone. But do not unzip the files.
Step 2: Unplug the USB cable from the phone and switch it off.
Step 3: Enter into recovery mode by pressing and holding Volume Up Home and Power buttons together. This guide Supports Both CWM and TWRP recoveries. You May use either of the recoveries to Install the CM11.0 M9 build.
Step 4: Create a Nandroid backup of the current ROM, Which can be restored later if the new ROM does not work or if you wish to go back to the previous ROM.
CWM: Select Backup and Restore , name the file, and confirm the process.
TWRP: Press Backup , name the file, then swipe to confirm the process.
Step 5: Apply Factory Reset. This will wipe all data from the system partition, Which means the device will lose installed apps data and all the other system files. Note That factory reset does not delete contents from Internal or External Storage.
CWM: Select wipe data / factory reset and confirm the process
TWRP: Press Wipe and swipe to confirm,
Note: Do not skip this process as the new ROM might not boot into normal mode.
Step 6: Install OmniROM on the Galaxy Note the second
CWM: Select install zip from sdcard then choose zip from sdcard. Now browse to the location where the ROM is saved. Select it and confirm installation.
TWRP: Press Install , find the ROM file and swipe to confirm installation.
Step 7: When the ROM is installed, follow the similar procedure to flash Gapps file.
Step 8: After the installation process is completed, return to the custom recovery screen and reboot the phone into normal mode.
The Note 2 Should now be updated with the OmniROM featuring the customized Android 4.4.4.
[Source: Android Geeks]
