Install Android 4.4.4 KitKat Update On Samsung Galaxy S2 ; New Paranoid Android Custom ROM Released For 2011 Flagship Smartphone

Samsung Galaxy S2 users can now install Android 4.4.4 KItKat update through a custom ROM.

According to GSM Arena's specs list, the only official update made available for the Samsung Galaxy S2 SGH-I727 is Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean. But thanks to custom Android ROM developers, particularly the team of the ParanoidAndroid ROM, Samsung Galaxy S2 owners can now easily install Android 4.4.4 KitKat update on the 2011 flagship device.

Specifically, the ParanoidAndroid ROM is compatible with the AT&T model of Samsung Galaxy S2 bearing the model number SGH-I727, also known as Sky Rocket.

Although the firmware is not an official release, Samsung Galaxy S2 SGH-i727 who wish to install Android 4.4.4 KitKat update on their smartphone can now experience Google's latest mobile operating system.

As posted on International Business Times, the ParanoidAndroid custom firmware brings in customization options, bug fixes, new visual interface and a lot more.

For those who are interested to install Android 4.4.4 KitKat update on Samsung Galaxy S2 GT-I9250 via ParanoidAndroid ROM, visit this report to see the firmware features and learn more about the step-by-step installation guide. Download links for necessary installation files are included in the post.

But before getting the Paranoid Android ROM for Android 4.4.4 KitKat update, users need to meet some requirements and conditions first to ensure a successful installation process:

Enable USB debugging mode on the Samsung Galaxy S2.

Make a backup of the data stored on the Samsung Galaxy S2 SGH-I727 AT&T model using recommended custom recovery tools such as ClockWorkMod and TWRP.

The Samsung Galaxy S2 should have 80 percent battery or more to avoid power interruption during the process. 

Enable USB Debugging on the smartphone by going to Settings >> Developer Options.

The correct USB drivers should be installed on the computer so the Samsung Galaxy S2 will easily connect with the PC.