A test build firmware based on Android 4.4.2 KitKat update on Samsung Galaxy Note 3 is now available.

According to Android Authority, Sam Mobile posted firmware N9005XXUENA6 for the Samsung Galaxy Note 3. As it was described on the post, the firmware is "one of the final Android 4.4.2 KitKat builds" for the phablets. This means that "nothing will be included or excluded in future builds of Android 4.

Those who are interested to install the Android 4.4.2 KitKat update on Samsung Galaxy Note 3 can visit SamMobile to access the firmware. Particularly, the Android 4.4.2 KitKat test firmware N9005XXUENA6 is compatible with Samsung Galaxy Note 3 units with model number SM-N9005, which is the LTE version equipped with Snapdragon 800.

Reportedly, the test build N9005XXUENA6 firmware based on Android 4.4.2 KitKat update on Samsung Galaxy Note 3 brings in minor changes to the user interface such as the color of the status bar icon. Moreover, there were also improvements made to lockscreen and camera shortcut.

Since this is a test firmware for Android 4.4.2 KitKat update for Samsung Galaxy Note 3, users who wish to upgrade their phablet are advised to be extra careful when installing the firmware. It is not recommended to install unofficial Android 4.4.2 KitKat update on Samsung Galaxy Note 3 as it may cause potential damage to the device if the installation process is done incorrectly.

It is also recommended to create a backup first of all the relevant data and settings stored on your phablet. Flashing the Android 4.4.2 KitKat test build on Samsung Galaxy Note 3 may likely wipe out all the mobile data on the phablet.

Furtherore, make sure that the battery level is high enough to avoid power interruption issues during the installation of the test firmware. It is usually recommended to install firmware updates on a mobile device with 80 percent battery level.

According to the Sam Mobile report, the South Korean tech manufacturer may begin to release the official Android 4.4.2 KitKat update in a week or two. However, Samsung has not made any comments or official statements yet regarding the arrival of the latest KitKat update.

Check back on this site for an update once the official Android 4.4.2 KitKat update comes out.