Install Android 4.4.3 KitKat Update On Samsung Galaxy S3; Custom Firmware CyanogenMOD [ CM11 ROM ] Now Out For GT-I9300

Those who own Samsung Galaxy S3 can now install Android 4.4.3 KitKat update.

According to the specs list for the Samsung Galaxy S3 on GSM Arena, the latest official update released for the 2012 flagship smartphone is the Android 4.3 Jelly Bean. However, with a custom firmware, Galaxy S3 users can now experience and install Android 4.4.3 KitKat update.

Although, it is not an official firmware, proprietors of Samsung Galaxy S3 who wish to experience the latest mobile operating system from Google can opt to install Android 4.4.3 KitKat update via the CyanogenMod 11.

According to a post on International Business Times, a nightly build for the custom firmware, CyanogenMod or CM11 ROM, which is based on Android 4.4.3 KitKat update can now be installed on Samsung Galaxy S3. Particularly, the CM11 Android 4.4.3 firmware is compatible to units bearing the model number GT-I9300.

The CM11 firmware based on Android 4.4.3 KitKat update brings in different small bugfixes, as well as improved Bluetooth support for the new car audio systems and docks. Also, the update adds FFMPEG for expanded media format support.

Head over to this post to learn more about the CyanogenMod11 ROM for Samsung Galaxy S3 based on Android 4.4.3 KitKat update.

And since this is an unofficial firmware, Samsung Galaxy S3 users are advised to be extra careful when install the CM11 ROM based on Android 4.4.3 KitKat update. Also, make sure to meet the requirements below prior to installing the custom ROM.

Make sure that the battery level is 80 percent or more before installing Android 4.4.3 KitKat update. This is to avoid power interruption issues during the installation process.

Enable USB Debugging Mode on the Samsung Galaxy S3.

Create a backup of the data and settings stored on the Samsung Galaxy S3. Recovery tools such as ClockWorkMod and TWRP are recommended when creating the backup.

Visit this IB Times link to learn more about the detailed process on how to install Android 4.4.3 KitKat update on Samsung Galaxy S3 via CM11 ROM, as well as get the download links for the necessary installation files.