Install Official Android 4.3 Jelly Bean Update On Samsung Galaxy S3 LTE: New Firmware, XXUEML8, Now Available For GT-I9305 Units
The South Korean manufacturer has recently rolled out a new Android 4.3 Jelly Bean firmware for Samsung Galaxy S3.
Specifically for the LTE variant of Samsung Galaxy S3, the latest official firmware I9305XXUEML8 is now available. According to International Business Times post, this latest build firmware can be installed via the Over-The-Air update.
Furthermore, those who wish to install Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update on Samsung Galaxy S3 GT-I9305 LTE can also access the firmware via the KIES server.
Particularly, the official Android 4.3 Jelly Bean firmware was rolled out for Samsung Galaxy S3 LTE units in Singapore. However, since the firmware is an unbranded version, it can be installed to any factory unlocked Samsung Galaxy S3 GT-I9305 units.
Users who cannot wait for the OTA update to reach their respective region can opt for the manual installation process through the use of ODIN flash tool.
As posted on Sidh Tech, users of Samsung Galaxy S3 can download the latest version of ODIN tool from XDA developers.
Learn the detailed process on how to manually install Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update by visiting this IB Times post.
Furthermore, Samsung Galaxy S3 users who will install the latest Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update should also follow these requirements first to make sure that there will be no issues during the installation process:
The battery level of the device should be 80 percent or more before installing Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update on Samsung Galaxy S3.
Make sure that you have the LTE variant of the Samsung Galaxy S3. To verify, check the model number of your d be device. As aforementioned, it should be the Samsung Galaxy S3 GT-I9305 model. Flashing the firmware on other units may brick your device.
Also, it is very important to note that the device should be factory unlocked, meaning it is not locked to any particular network carrier.
Enable USB Debugging mode on your smartphone by going to Settings > Developer Options.