Install Android 4.4.4 KitKat update on Samsung Galaxy S4 now!

The latest and official firmware released for Samsung Galaxy S4 is Android 4.4.2 KitKat update, as noted on the specs list from GSM Arena. But thanks to custom Android ROM developers, a new custom firmware based on Android 4.4.4 KitKat update is now available for the Samsung Galaxy S4.

Those who want to install Android 4.4.4 KitKat update on their Samsung Galaxy S4 can now do so with the use of the custom Flyme OS ROM, based on CyanogenMod. Particularly, as noted on International Business Times, the firmware is compatible with GT-I9500 units that are powered by the Exynos 5 octa-core processor.

To get the changelog for the new firmware, the download links of necessary installation files and the  detailed instructions on how to install Android 4.4.4 Kitkat update on Samsung Galaxy S4 GT-I9500, head over to this IB Times post.

Since the firmware is an unofficial release, make sure to carefully follow the procedures on how to install Android 4.4.4 KitKat update on Samsung Galaxy S4 GT-19500 using a custom ROM as any mistake can cause damage to the device.

However, before proceeding to install Android 4.4.4 KitKat update on Samsung Galaxy S4 via the Flyme OS ROM, users need to make sure that they meet these conditions and requirements first:

The battery level should be 80 percent or more before installing Android 4.4.4 KitKat update on Samsung Galaxy S4 GT-I9500. This is to avoid power interruption problems while installing the Flyme OS ROM based on Android 4.4.4 KitKat update.

Go to Settings > Developer Options to enable USB Debugging mode on the smartphone before installing Android 4.4.4 KitKat update via Flyme OS ROM.

Make sure the correct USB drivers are installed on the PC so the Samsung Galaxy S4 GT-I9500 will easily connect once the installation process begins.

Make a backup of data and settings installed on your device through the use of custom recovery tools like ClockWorkMod and TWRP.