Install Android 4.4.4 KitKat Update On Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 LTE; CM11 M9 Custom ROM Available
Users of Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 can now install official Android 4.4.4 KitKat update.
The specs list on GSM Arena for Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 noted that the tablet can now be officially upgraded to Android 4.4.4 KitKat update. However, for the more adventurous Android users, a custom ROM based on Google's latest mobile operating system is now available for the tablet.
According to a report on International Business Times, the Android 4.4.4 KitKat update can now be installed on Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 using the CyanogenMod11 M9 custom ROM.
Particularly, the CM11 M9 ROM is compatible with the Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 LTE variant, bearing the model number GT-N5120. As described on the report, "The new CM11 M9 custom ROM is based on the AOSP (Android Open Source Project) v4.4.4 KitKat OS..."
The firmware is expected to "bring in customization options to boost the performance of the smartphone, as well as new user interface and more.
For the list of features of the latest custom ROM as well as the download links and instructions on how to install Android 4.4.4 KitKat update on Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 GT-N5120, visit this post.
But before updating the smartphone's OS, Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 GT-N5120 users should be fully aware of the conditions to meet to ensure a successful installation process.
For one, it is required that the battery level of the Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 is 80 percent or higher to avoid power interruption issues when installing the CyanogenMod11 M9 ROM.
Create a backup of the data and settings stored on the Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 using recommended recovery tools like ClockWorkMod or TWRP before installing Android 4.4.4 KitKat update via CM11 M9 ROM.
Install the appropriate USB drivers of the Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 LTE on the computer so the Android device will easily connect with the PC during the installation process.
Enable USB Debugging mode on the smartphone by going to Settings > Developer Options.