Install Official Android 4.4.2 KitKat Update On Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE GT-I9505; Firmware XXUGNF1 Brings In Bug Fixes And Maintenance Updates

Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE gets a new Android 4.4.2 KitKat update.

Owners of the LTE variant of the Samsung Galaxy S4 can now install the official Android 4.4.2 KitKat update. With build number 19505XXUGNF1, the firmware is available for the international variant of Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE, which particularly bears the model number GT-I9505. 

GSM Arena noted that the Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE is released April 2013 and it comes with pre-installed Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean. 

According to a recent post on International Business Times, the official Android 4.4.2 KitKat update is currently available to Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE users in Germany. Those who wish to access and install Android 4.4.2 KitKat update on Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE GT-I9505 can get the firmware via Over-the-Air upgrade. It can also be accessed using the Samsung KIES server.

The Android 4.4.2 KitKat OTA update for Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE is released in stages and it may take a while to reach all the regions.

The firmware brings in bug fixes and maintenance updates. Furthermore, the post noted that the new and official Android 4.4.2 KitKat update for the Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE GT-I9505 will have improved drivers and have better compatibility support with the Samsung Galaxy Gear and its accessories.

Those who missed the official OTA update notification or those Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE GT-I9505 users who cannot wait for the official release in their region can follow the step-by-step guide posted on this link.

But prior to proceeding with the actual installation process, users will need to meet some requirements first to ensure that the Android 4.4.2 KitKat update will be flashed without errors.

First, check the model number of the unit. As aforementioned, only those who have Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE GT-I9505 can install the official Android 4.4.2 KitKat XXUGNF1 firmware that was recently released.

Second, the battery level of the Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE I9505 should be 80 percent or more.

Third, use custom recovery tools such as ClockWorkMod or TWRP to create a backup of the data and settings stored on the Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE GT-I9505.

Also, do not forget to enable USB debugging mode before installing official Android 4.4.2 KitKat update.