Users of Samsung Galaxy Note 2 can now install Android 4.4.4 KitKat update using a popular custom ROM.

The specifications provided on GSM Arena shared that the latest and official update released for Samsung Galaxy Note 2 is the Android 4.4.2 KitKat update. But thanks to awesome custom Android developers, owners of Samsung Galaxy Note 2 can now install Android 4.4.4 KitKat update.

The CyanogenMod team has provided a new custom firmware, the CM11 M9 ROM, based on Android 4.4.4 KitKat update for the Samsung Galaxy Note 2. Particularly, the CM11 M9 ROM is compatible with the Verizon model of the smartphone, or those bearing the model number SCH-I605.

Those who wish to install Android 4.4.4 KitKat update on Samsung Galaxy Note 2 SCH-I605 can expect new visual interface, more features and personalization options. According to the post on International Business Times, the CM11 M9 Custom ROM "is based on the AOSP (Android Open Source Project) v4.4.4 KitKat OS."

To see the full list of features to find after installing Android 4.4.4 KitKat update via CM11 M9 custom ROM on Samsung Galaxy Note 2 SCH-I605, visit this IB Times report. The post also provides the detailed instructions on how to install Android 4.4.4 KitKat update on Samsung Galaxy Note 2 via custom firmware.

But prior upgrading to Android 4.4.4 KitKat update on Samsung Galaxy Note 2 SCH-I605 via CM11 M9 ROM, there are some conditions and requirements to meet first to ensure a successful installation process:

The battery level of the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 should be at least 80 percent to avoid power interruption process during the process.

Make sure that there is a backup of the data and settings stored on the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 SCH-I605. ClockWorkMod or TWRP are custom recovery tools recommended to create the backup.

Appropriate USB drivers for Samsung Galaxy Note should be installed on the computer so the Android device will easily connect to the PC during installation of the Android 4.4.4 KitKat update via the CyanogenMod11 firmware.

Enable USB Debugging mode on the 2012 flagship phablet.