Install Official Android 4.4.2 KitKat Update On Samsung Galaxy S4; GT-I9500 Gets XXUFBN3 Firmware Via Over-The-Air Notification

Users of Samsung Galaxy S4 can now install the official Android 4.4.2 KitKat update.

According to Android Pit, with build date, February 13, the official Android 4.4.2 firmware for the Samsung Galaxy S4 comes with build number I9500XXUFNB3. Moreover, the update is available for Samsung Galaxy S4 users in Russia. However, since it is an unbranded firmware, owners of factory-unlocked Samsung Galaxy S4, with model number GT-I9500 and with Exynos 5 processor, can install the official Android 4.4.2 KitKat update.

To install the official Android 4.4.2 KitKat update on Samsung Galaxy S4 via the over-the-air process, users can simply go to Settings >>More >> About Device >> Software Update.

Meanwhile, to those who are interested to install official Android 4.4.2 KitKat firmware on Samsung Galaxy S4 but cannot wait for the over-the-air update, a manual installation process can be one's alternative.

Visit this International Business Times post to access the download links for the necessary files, as well as to learn the detailed step-by-step guide on how to manually install the official Android 4.4.2 KitKat update on Samsung Galaxy S4.

Samsung Galaxy S4 owners who decide to install the official Android 4.4.2 KitKat update on their smartphone should be extra careful during the manual installation process. Moreover, there are pre-requisites to satisfy to make sure that the Android 4.4.2 I9500XXUFBN3 firmware will be installed successfully on the device.

For instance, the model number of your Samsung Galaxy S4 should be GT-I9500, since the firmware is only compatible with this variant. Moreover, proper USB drivers for the Samsung Galaxy S4 should be installed on the computer to ensure that the Android device will easily connect on the PC during the installation.

The battery level of the Samsung Galaxy S4 GT-I9500 needs to be 80 percent or higher to avoid power interruption process while installing the official Android 4.4.2 KitKat update. Create a backup as well of the important data and settings stored on your device.