Users of Samsung Galaxy Note 3 can now install the official Android 4.4.2 KitKat update on the phablet.

According to International Business Times, a new Android 4.4.2 KitKat update is available for the 3G variant of the Samsung Galaxy Note 3. Moreover, the update with base firmware N900XXUDNA9 is compatible with Samsung Galaxy Note 3 3G variant, particularly units powered with the octa-core Exynos 5 processor.

As posted on GSM Arena, Samsung Galaxy Note 3 originally runs the Android 4.3 Jelly Bean OS. To make sure your Samsung Galaxy Note 3 can be installed with the latest Android 4.4.2 KitKat update, check the model number of the device. Go to Settings > About Device > Model Number and verify if it is the SM-N900 model.m

Moroever, the official Android 4.4.2 KitKat update with build number N900XXUDNA9 should be available for users of Samsung Galaxy Note 3 located in India and other Asian countries. The stock firmware is available via Over-the-Air update and through the Samsung KIES desktop tool.

Meanwhile, Samsung Galaxy Note 3 owners who cannot wait to receive the official OTA update based on Android 4.4.2 KitKat in their respective regions can opt for the manual installation process, instead.

Visit this IB Times post to learn more about the detailed steps on how to manually install the official Android 4.4.2 KitKat update.

Before proceeding with the manual installation process, make sure to create a backup first of the important settings and data stored on the device. It is recommended to use custom recovery tools such as ClockWorkMod or TWRP to make the backup.

Also, the battery level of the device should be 80 percent or higher before installing the official Android 4.4.2 KitKat update. Moreover, the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 should be factory unlocked and not locked to a particular network carrier.