How to Root Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 (All Variants) on Android 4.4.2 KitKat Firmware

Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 was officially announced in January 2014, along with the Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2 at CES. The Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 comes in some variants and runs Android 4.4.2 KitKat out-of-the-box.

Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 users who wish to root their devices, may follow the tutorial below.

This tutorial uses CF-Auto-Root file released by Senior XDA-Developers, Chainfire. Head over to the CF-Auto-Root main thread to learn more about the root method.

Disclaimer: Rooting voids the warranty of your device. We and the developer of this rooting procedures shall not be held responsible if any undesirable outcomes may happen to your device. use of this root guide is solely at your own risk!

Pre-requisites
1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 on the computer.
2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the note by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
4. Ensure the battery of the note is charged more than 80 percent.
5. The CF-Auto-Root file works only on the Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 with model numbers SM-P900 (Wi-Fi), SM-P901 (3G) and SM-P905 (LTE). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

Files Required
1. CF-Auto-Root for SM-P900 (Wi-Fi), SM-P901 (3G), SM-P905 (LTE)
2. Odin 3.09

Steps to Root Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 Running on Android 4.4.2 KitKat Firmware
Step 1: Extract the CF-Auto-Root and Odin 3.09 files using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool.
Step 2: Switch off the Galaxy Note Pro 12.2. Then boot into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
Step 3: Launch Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
Step 4: Connect the Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.
Step 5: In Odin, click the AP button and select the CF-Auto-Root tar.md5 file.
Step 6: Make sure that the Re-Partition checkbox is NOT selected in Odin.
Step 7: Double-check and click Start button in Odin. The installation process will now begin.
Step 8: Once the installation process completes, your device will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect it from the computer.

Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 running on Android 4.4.2 KitKat is now rooted successfully. Open the app drawer of the phone and check for an app called SuperSU. Verify the root status of the device by downloading Root Checker app from Google Play Store.

Note: Many Samsung devices store a flash counter that keeps track of how many times you have flashed custom firmwares to your device. Triangle Away can be used to reset the flash counter to zero.

How to Fix "Unfortunately, SuperSU has stopped"?
Step 1: Download and install the latest APK of SuperSU on your device.
Step 2: Open SuperSU app (update the binary if prompted) and allow it to disable KNOX.
Step 3: Reboot your device.

How to Root Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1 (All Variants) on Android 4.4.2 KitKat Firmware

Announced in January 2014, Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1 is now available for purchase in several countries in Europe. The Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1 comes in some variants and runs Android 4.4.2 KitKat out-of-the-box.

Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1 users who wish to root their devices, may follow the tutorial below.

This tutorial uses CF-Auto-Root file released by Senior XDA-Developers, Chainfire. Head over to the CF-Auto-Root main thread to learn more about the root method.

Disclaimer: Rooting voids the warranty of your device. We and the developer of this rooting procedures shall not be held responsible if any undesirable outcomes may happen to your device. use of this root guide is solely at your own risk!

Pre-requisites
1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1 on the computer.
2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the tablet by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
4. Ensure the battery of the tablet is charged more than 80 percent.
5. The CF-Auto-Root files works only on the Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1 with model numbers SM-T520 (Wi-Fi) and SM-T525 (LTE). Applying these to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

Files Required
1. CF-Auto-Root for SM-T520 (Wi-Fi), SM-T525 (LTE)
2. Odin 3.09

Steps to Root Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1 Running on Android 4.4.2 KitKat Firmware
Step 1: Extract the CF-Auto-Root and Odin 3.09 files using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool.
Step 2: Switch off the Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1. Then boot into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
Step 3: Launch Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
Step 4: Connect the Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.
Step 5: In Odin, click the AP button and select the CF-Auto-Root .tar.md5 file.
Step 6: Make sure that the Re-Partition checkbox is NOT selected in Odin.
Step 7: Double-check and click Start button in Odin. The installation process will now begin.
Step 8: Once the installation process completes, your tablet will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect it from the computer.

Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1 running on Android 4.4.2 KitKat is now rooted successfully. Open the app drawer of the phone and check for an app called SuperSU. Verify the root status of the device by downloading Root Checker app from Google Play Store.

Note: Many Samsung devices store a flash counter that keeps track of how many times you have flashed custom firmwares to your device. Triangle Away can be used to reset the flash counter to zero.

How to Fix "Unfortunately, SuperSU has stopped"?
Step 1: Download and install the latest APK of SuperSU on your device.
Step 2: Open SuperSU app (update the binary if prompted) and allow it to disable KNOX.
Step 3: Reboot your device.

How to Update Galaxy Note 2 N7100 with Android 4.3 XXUENB2 Jelly Bean Official Firmware

Samsung Galaxy Note 2 (GT-N7100) users in Southeast Asian countries has just received the latest Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update with firmware build number N7100XXUENB2. The new official firmware is currently available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

Firmware details
PDA: N7100XXUENB2
CSC: N7100OLBENB1
MODEM: N7100XXUENA1
Version: Android 4.3
Build date: Feb 13, 2014
Regions: Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Vietnam

Samsung Galaxy Note 2 N7100 users who missed the OTA update notification or unable to access the update over Samsung KIES, may follow our step-by-step guide to install the update manually.

Pre-requisites
1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy Note 2 on the computer.
2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
4. The Galaxy Note 2 should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
5. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
6. The Android 4.3 XXUENB2 Jelly Bean firmware is compatible only with the Galaxy Note 2 (GT-N7100). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Note 2 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

Files Required
1. Android 4.3 XXUENB2 Jelly Bean Firmware (Mirror Link) for Galaxy Note 2 N7100
2. Odin 3.07

Steps to Update Galaxy Note 2 N7100 with Android 4.3 XXUENB2 Jelly Bean Firmware
Step 1: Extract Firmware zip file using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool, you will get a .tar.md5 file and some other files (optional).
Step 2: Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.07.exe along with few other files.
Step 3: Switch off the Galaxy Note 2.
Step 4: Boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
Step 5: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
Step 6: Connect the Galaxy Note 2 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.

Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted N7100XXUENA1 firmware folder:
  • Click the PDA button and select the .tar.md5 file.
  • Click the Phone button and select file with MODEM in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
  • Click the CSC button and select file with CSC in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
  • Click the PIT button and select the .pit file. Ignore if there is no such file.
Step 8: In Odin, enable Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes. Also, ensure the Re-Partition checkbox is chosen only if a .pit file was chosen in the previous step.
Step 9: Verify everything suggested in Step 7 and Step 8 is done correctly. Then hit the Start button to begin the installation process.
Step 10: Once the installation process completes, your phone will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect it from the computer.

Samsung Galaxy Note 2 N7100 should be now updated with Android 4.3 XXUENB2 Jelly Bean official firmware. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

Note: If Galaxy Note 2 N7100 stuck at booting animation after Step 10 then go to recovery mode (press and hold the Volume Up and Power buttons together) and perform Wipe data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition task before selecting reboot system now function. In recovery mode use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the option. Please note, performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.

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How to Update Galaxy Tab 3 Lite (Wi-Fi) SM-T110 with Android 4.2.2 XXUANB2 Jelly Bean Official Firmware

Samsung has rolled out Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean update for the Wi-Fi version of Galaxy Tab 3 Lite bearing model number SM-T110. The new official firmware is now available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

Firmware details
PDA: T110XXUANB2
CSC: T110OLBANB1
MODEM: T110XXUANB2
Version: Android 4.2.2
Build date: Feb 05, 2014
Regions: Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite (Wi-Fi) SM-T110 users who missed the OTA update notification or unable to access the update over Samsung KIES, can now download and install the same manually using our step-by-step guide.

Pre-requisites
1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite on the computer.
2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on your tablet by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
4. Ensure the battery of the tablet is charged more than 80 percent.
5. The Android 4.2.2 XXUANB2 Jelly Bean firmware is compatible only with the Wi-Fi version of Galaxy Tab 3 Lite (SM-T110). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Tab 3 Lite by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

Files Required
1. Android 4.2.2 XXUANB2 Jelly Bean Firmware (Mirror Link)
2. Odin 3.07

Steps to Update Galaxy Tab 3 Lite (Wi-Fi) SM-T110 with Android 4.2.2 XXUANB2 Jelly Bean Firmware
Step 1: Extract Firmware zip file using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool, you will get a .tar.md5 file and some other files (optional).
Step 2: Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.07.exe along with few other files.
Step 3: Switch off the Galaxy Tab 3 Lite.
Step 4: Boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
Step 5: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
Step 6: Connect the Galaxy Tab 3 Lite to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.

Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted T110XXUANB2 firmware folder:
  • Click the PDA button and select the .tar.md5 file.
  • Click the Phone button and select file with MODEM in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
  • Click the CSC button and select file with CSC in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
  • Click the PIT button and select the .pit file. Ignore if there is no such file.
Step 8: In Odin, enable Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes. Also, ensure the Re-Partition checkbox is chosen only if a .pit file was chosen in the previous step.
Step 9: Verify everything suggested in Step 7 and Step 8 is done correctly. Then hit the Start button to begin the installation process.
Step 10: Once the installation process is completed, your device will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect it from the computer.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Lite (Wi-Fi) SM-T110 should be now updated with the Android 4.2.2 XXUANB2 Jelly Bean official firmware. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

Note: If Galaxy Tab 3 Lite (Wi-Fi) SM-T110 stuck at booting animation after Step 10 then go to recovery mode (press and hold the Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together) and perform Wipe data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition task before selecting reboot system now function. In recovery mode use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the option. Please note, performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.

Read also: How to Root Galaxy Tab 3 Lite (Wi-Fi) SM-T110 on Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean and Install CWM Recovery

How to Root Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 (All Variants) on Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean Firmware

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 users who wish to root their devices, may follow the tutorial below.

This tutorial uses CF-Auto-Root file released by Senior XDA-Developers, Chainfire. Head over to the CF-Auto-Root main thread to learn more about the root method.

Disclaimer: Rooting voids the warranty of your device. We and the developer of this rooting procedures shall not be held responsible if any undesirable outcomes may happen to your device. use of this root guide is solely at your own risk!

Pre-requisites
1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 on the computer.
2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the tablet by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
4. Ensure the battery of the tablet is charged more than 80 percent.
5. The CF-Auto-Root files works only on the Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 with model numbers SM-T310 (Wi-Fi), SM-T311 (3G), SM-T312 (3G), SM-T315 (LTE) and SM-T315T (LTE). Applying these to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

Files Required
1. CF-Auto-Root for SM-T310 (Wi-Fi), SM-T311 (3G), SM-T312, SM-T315 (LTE), SM-T315T
2. Odin 3.09

Steps to Root Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 Running on Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean Firmware
Step 1: Extract the CF-Auto-Root and Odin 3.09 files using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool.
Step 2: Switch off the Galaxy Tab 3 8.0. Then boot into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
Step 3: Launch Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
Step 4: Connect the Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.
Step 5: In Odin, click the AP button and select the CF-Auto-Root .tar.md5 file.
Step 6: Make sure that the Re-Partition checkbox is NOT selected in Odin.
Step 7: Double-check and click Start button in Odin. The installation process will now begin.
Step 8: Once the installation process completes, your tablet will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect it from the computer.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 running on Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean is now rooted successfully. Open the app drawer of the phone and check for an app called SuperSU. Verify the root status of the device by downloading Root Checker app from Google Play Store.

Note: Many Samsung devices store a flash counter that keeps track of how many times you have flashed custom firmwares to your device. Triangle Away can be used to reset the flash counter to zero.

How to Fix "Unfortunately, SuperSU has stopped"?
Step 1: Download and install the latest APK of SuperSU on your device.
Step 2: Open SuperSU app (update the binary if prompted) and allow it to disable KNOX.
Step 3: Reboot your device.

How to Update Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 with Android 4.4.2 XXUFNB9 KitKat Official Firmware

The international version of Samsung Galaxy S4 with LTE connectivity (GT-I9505) has just received a new Android 4.4.2 KitKat update with base firmware I9505XXUFNB9. The new official firmware is now available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

Firmware details
PDA: I9505XXUFNB9
CSC: I9505NEEFNB2
MODEM: I9505XXUFNB9
Version: Android 4.4.2
Build date: Feb 14, 2014
Regions: Nordic countries

Samsung Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 users who missed the OTA update notification or unable to access the update over Samsung KIES, may follow our step-by-step guide to install the update manually.

Pre-requisites
1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy S4 on the computer.
2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
4. The Galaxy S4 should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
5. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
6. The Android 4.4.2 XXUFNB9 KitKat firmware is compatible only with the LTE version of Samsung Galaxy S4 (GT-I9505). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy S4 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

Files Required
1. Android 4.4.2 XXUFNB9 KitKat Firmware (Mirror Link 1, Link 2)
2. Odin 3.07

Steps to Update Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 with Android 4.4.2 XXUFNB9 KitKat Firmware
Step 1: Extract Firmware zip file using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool, you will get a .tar.md5 file and some other files (optional).
Step 2: Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.07.exe along with few other files.
Step 3: Switch off the Galaxy S4.
Step 4: Boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
Step 5: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
Step 6: Connect the Galaxy S4 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.

Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted I9505XXUFNB9 firmware folder:
  • Click the PDA button and select the .tar.md5 file.
  • Click the Phone button and select file with MODEM in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
  • Click the CSC button and select file with CSC in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
  • Click the PIT button and select the .pit file. Ignore if there is no such file.
Step 8: In Odin, enable Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes. Also, ensure the Re-Partition checkbox is chosen only if a .pit file was chosen in the previous step.
Step 9: Verify everything suggested in Step 7 and Step 8 is done correctly. Then hit the Start button to begin the installation process.
Step 10: Once the installation process completes, your phone will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect it from the computer.

Samsung Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 should be now updated with Android 4.4.2 XXUFNB9 KitKat official firmware. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

Note: If Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 stuck at booting animation after Step 10 then go to recovery mode (press and hold the Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together) and perform Wipe data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition task before selecting reboot system now function. In recovery mode use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the option. Please note, performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.

Read also: How to Root Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 on Android 4.4.2 KitKat Firmware

How to Update Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 (LTE) P5220 with Android 4.2.2 XXUANB2 Jelly Bean Official Firmware

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 with LTE network support (GT-P5220) has received a new Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean update with firmware build number P5220XXUANB2. The new official firmware is now available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

Firmware details
PDA: P5220XXUANB2
CSC: P5220OXAANB2
MODEM: P5220XXUANB2
Version: Android 4.2.2
Build date: Feb 11, 2014
Regions: Germany

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 (LTE) P5220 users who missed the OTA update notification or unable to access the update over Samsung KIES, may follow our step-by-step guide to install the update manually.

Pre-requisites
1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 on the computer.
2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the device by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
4. The Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
5. Ensure the battery of the device is charged more than 80 percent.
6. The Android 4.2.2 XXUANB2 Jelly Bean firmware is compatible only with the LTE version of Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 (GT-P5220). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

Files Required
1. Android 4.2.2 XXUANB2 Jelly Bean Firmware (Mirror Link)
2. Odin 3.07

Steps to Update Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 (LTE) P5220 with Android 4.2.2 XXUANB2 Jelly Bean Firmware
Step 1: Extract Firmware zip file using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool, you will get a .tar.md5 file and some other files (optional).
Step 2: Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.07.exe along with few other files.
Step 3: Switch off the Galaxy Tab 3 10.1.
Step 4: Boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
Step 5: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
Step 6: Connect the Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.

Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted P5200DDUANA8 firmware folder:
  • Click the PDA button and select the .tar.md5 file.
  • Click the Phone button and select file with MODEM in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
  • Click the CSC button and select file with CSC in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
  • Click the PIT button and select the .pit file. Ignore if there is no such file.
Step 8: In Odin, enable Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes. Also, ensure the Re-Partition checkbox is chosen only if a .pit file was chosen in the previous step.
Step 9: Verify everything suggested in Step 7 and Step 8 is done correctly. Then hit the Start button to begin the installation process.
Step 10: Once the installation process completes, your device will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect your device from the computer.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 (LTE) P5220 should be now updated with Android 4.2.2 XXUANB2 Jelly Bean official firmware. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

Note: If Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 (LTE) P5220 stuck at booting animation after Step 10 then go to recovery mode (press and hold the Volume Up and Power buttons together) and perform Wipe data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition task before selecting reboot system now function. In recovery mode use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the option. Please note, performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.

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How to Root Galaxy Grand 2 DUOS SM-G7102 with Android 4.3 XXUANB3 Jelly Bean Pre-Rooted Firmware

Samsung Galaxy Grand 2 DUOS (SM-G7102) users who wish to root their devices, may follow our step-by-step guide below.

This tutorial uses Pre-Rooted Stock Firmware released by Senior Member of XDA-Developers, balliboxer.

Firmware details
PDA: G7102XXUANB3
Version: Android 4.3
Build date: Feb 26, 2014

Features
- PreRooted
- Superuser
- BusyBox
- S Note
- 3D Gallery
- Multiwindow
- Popup Browser
- Xposed Installer
- Wanam Xposed
- Youtube AdAway Xposed
- ViPER4Android Audio Effects and much more

Disclaimer: We and the developer of this rooting procedures shall not be held responsible if any undesirable outcomes may happen to your device. use of this root guide is solely at your own risk!

Pre-requisites
1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy Grand 2 on the computer.
2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
4. The Galaxy Grand 2 should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
5. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
6. The Pre-Rooted Firmware works only on the Galaxy Grand 2 with dual SIM card slots also known as Galaxy Grand 2 DUOS (SM-G7102). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Grand 2 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

Files Required
1. Android 4.3 XXUANB3 Jelly Bean Pre-Rooted Firmware for Galaxy Grand 2 DUOS SM-G7102
2. Odin 3.09

Steps to Root Galaxy Grand 2 DUOS SM-G7102 with Pre-Rooted Firmware
Step 1: Extract Pre-Rooted Firmware and Odin 3.09 files using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool.
Step 2: Switch off the Galaxy Grand 2. Then boot into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
Step 3: Launch Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
Step 4: Connect the Galaxy Grand 2 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.
Step 5: In Odin, click the AP button and select the Pre-Rooted Firmware .tar.md5 file.
Step 6: Verify that Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes are selected in Odin. Also, ensure the Re-Partition option is NOT selected.
Step 7: Double-check and click Start in Odin. The installation process will now begin.
Step 8: Once the installation process completes, your phone will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect it from the computer.

Samsung Galaxy Grand 2 DUOS SM-G7102 is now rooted successfully. Open the app drawer of the phone and check for an app called SuperSU. Verify the root status of the device by downloading Root Checker app from Google Play Store.

Note: If the device is stuck in boot loop after Step 8, then go to recovery mode (press and hold the Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together) and choose Wipe Data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition. Finally, return to main recovery menu and select Reboot System Now. Please note that performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.

Screenshot: Rooted successfully!


Thank's to all fellas at XDA who first tried out this rooting technique. This method was originally posted via XDA-Developers original thread.

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How to Update Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 P5100 with Android 4.2.2 XXUANB2 Jelly Bean Official Firmware

The international 3G + Wi-Fi version of Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 (GT-P5100) has received the latest Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean update with base firmware P5200XXUANB2. The new official firmware is now available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

Firmware details
PDA: P5200XXUANB2
CSC: P5200ITVANB2
MODEM: P5200XXUANB2
Version: Android 4.2.2
Build date: Feb 10, 2014
Regions: Italy

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 P5100 users who missed the OTA update notification or unable to access the update over Samsung KIES, may follow our step-by-step guide to install the update manually.

Pre-requisites
1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 on the computer.
2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on your tablet by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
4. The Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
5. Ensure the battery of the tablet is charged more than 80 percent.
6. The Android 4.2.2 XXUANB2 Jelly Bean firmware is compatible only with the 3G + Wi-Fi version of Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 (GT-P5100). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

Files Required
1. Android 4.2.2 XXUANB2 Jelly Bean Firmware (Mirror Link) for Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 P5100
2. Odin 3.07

Steps to Update Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 P5100 with Android 4.2.2 XXUANB2 Jelly Bean Firmware
Step 1: Extract Firmware zip file using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool, you will get a .tar.md5 file and some other files (optional).
Step 2: Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.07.exe along with few other files.
Step 3: Switch off the Galaxy Tab 2 10.1.
Step 4: Boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
Step 5: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
Step 6: Connect the Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.

Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted P5200XXUANB2 firmware folder:
  • Click the PDA button and select the .tar.md5 file.
  • Click the Phone button and select file with MODEM in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
  • Click the CSC button and select file with CSC in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
  • Click the PIT button and select the .pit file. Ignore if there is no such file.
Step 8: In Odin, enable Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes. Also, ensure the Re-Partition checkbox is chosen only if a .pit file was chosen in the previous step.
Step 9: Verify everything suggested in Step 7 and Step 8 is done correctly. Then hit the Start button to begin the installation process.
Step 10: Once the installation process completes, your device will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect your device from the computer.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 P5100 should be now updated with Android 4.2.2 XXUANB2 Jelly Bean official firmware. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

Note: If Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 P5100 stuck at booting animation after Step 10 then go to recovery mode (press and hold the Volume Up and Power buttons together) and perform Wipe data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition task before selecting reboot system now function. In recovery mode use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the option. Please note, performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.

Read also: How to Root Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 P5100 on Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean Firmware

How to Update Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 P3100 with Android 4.2.2 XWDNA1 Jelly Bean Official Firmware

Samsung has released the latest Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean update for the international 3G + Wi-Fi version of Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 (GT-P3100). The new official firmware is now available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

Firmware details
PDA: P3100XWDNA1
CSC: P3100AUTDNA1
MODEM: P3100XXDMF2
Version: Android 4.2.2
Build date: Jan 07, 2014
Regions: Switzerland

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 P3100 users who missed the OTA update notification or unable to access the update over Samsung KIES, can now download and install the same manually using our step-by-step guide.

Pre-requisites
1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 on the computer.
2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on your tablet by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
4. The Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
5. Ensure the battery of the tablet is charged more than 80 percent.
6. The Android 4.2.2 XWDNA1 Jelly Bean firmware is compatible only with the 3G + Wi-Fi version of Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 (GT-P3100). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

Files Required
1. Android 4.2.2 XWDNA1 Jelly Bean Firmware (Mirror Link) for Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 P3100
2. Odin 3.07

Steps to Update Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 P3100 with Android 4.2.2 XWDNA1 Jelly Bean Firmware
Step 1: Extract Firmware zip file using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool, you will get a .tar.md5 file and some other files (optional).
Step 2: Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.07.exe along with few other files.
Step 3: Switch off the Galaxy Tab 2 7.0.
Step 4: Boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
Step 5: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
Step 6: Connect the Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.

Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted P3100XWDMI1 firmware folder:
  • Click the PDA button and select the .tar.md5 file.
  • Click the Phone button and select file with MODEM in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
  • Click the CSC button and select file with CSC in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
  • Click the PIT button and select the .pit file. Ignore if there is no such file.
Step 8: In Odin, enable Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes. Also, ensure the Re-Partition checkbox is chosen only if a .pit file was chosen in the previous step.
Step 9: Verify everything suggested in Step 7 and Step 8 is done correctly. Then hit the Start button to begin the installation process.
Step 10: Once the installation process completes, your device will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect your device from the computer.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 P3100 should be now updated with the Android 4.2.2 XWDNA1 Jelly Bean official firmware. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

Note: If Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 P3100 stuck at booting animation after Step 10 then go to recovery mode (press and hold the Volume Up and Power buttons together) and perform Wipe data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition task before selecting reboot system now function. In recovery mode use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the option. Please note, performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.

Read also: How to Root Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 P3100 on Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean Firmware

How to Update Galaxy Note 3 N900 with Android 4.4.2 XXUDNB2 KitKat Official Firmware

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 with model number SM-N900 has already received the latest Android 4.4.2 KitKat update with firmware build number N900XXUDNB2. The new official firmware is currently available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

Firmware details
PDA: N900XXUDNB2
CSC: N900SERDNB2
MODEM: N900XXUDNA1
Version: Android 4.4.2
Build date: Feb 12, 2014
Regions: Russia

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 N900 users who missed the OTA update notification or unable to access the update over Samsung KIES, may follow our step-by-step guide to install the update manually.

Pre-requisites
1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy Note 3 on the computer.
2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
4. The Galaxy Note 3 should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
5. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
6. The Android 4.4.2 XXUDNB2 KitKat firmware is compatible only with the Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N900). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Note 3 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

Files Required
1. Android 4.4.2 XXUDNB2 KitKat Firmware (Mirror Link 1, Link 2)
2. Odin 3.07

Other regions: India

Steps to Update Galaxy Note 3 N900 with Android 4.4.2 XXUDNB2 KitKat Firmware
Step 1: Extract Firmware zip file using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool, you will get a .tar.md5 file and some other files (optional).
Step 2: Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.07.exe along with few other files.
Step 3: Switch off the Galaxy Note 3.
Step 4: Boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
Step 5: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
Step 6: Connect the Galaxy Note 3 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.

Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted N900XXUDNB2 firmware folder:
  • Click the PDA button and select the .tar.md5 file.
  • Click the Phone button and select file with MODEM in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
  • Click the CSC button and select file with CSC in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
  • Click the PIT button and select the .pit file. Ignore if there is no such file.
Step 8: In Odin, enable Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes. Also, ensure the Re-Partition checkbox is chosen only if a .pit file was chosen in the previous step.
Step 9: Verify everything suggested in Step 7 and Step 8 is done correctly. Then hit the Start button to begin the installation process.
Step 10: Once the installation process completes, your phone will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect it from the computer.

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 N900 should be now updated with Android 4.4.2 XXUDNB2 KitKat official firmware. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

Note: If Galaxy Note 3 N900 stuck at booting animation after Step 10 then go to recovery mode (press and hold the Volume Up and Power buttons together) and perform Wipe data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition task before selecting reboot system now function. In recovery mode use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the option. Please note, performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.

Read also:

How to Root Galaxy Note 3 (U.S. Cellular) SM-N900R4 on Android 4.4.2 KitKat Firmware

The U.S. Cellular version of Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N900R4) has already receiving Android 4.4.2 KitKat update with firmware build number N900R4TYUCNAB.

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (U.S. Cellular) SM-N900R4 users who have already updated their devices with Android 4.4.2 KitKat, may root their devices using the tutorial below.

This tutorial uses CF-Auto-Root file released by Senior Recognized XDA-Developers, Chainfire. Head over to the CF-Auto-Root main thread to learn more about the root method.

Disclaimer: Rooting voids the warranty of your device. We and the developer of this rooting procedures shall not be held responsible if any undesirable outcomes may happen to your device. use of this root guide is solely at your own risk!

Note: This method will trip the KNOX warranty void status.

Pre-requisites
1. Install USB Driver for Samsung Galaxy Note 3 on the computer.
2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
4. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
5. The CF-Auto-Root file works only on the U.S. Cellular version of Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N900R4). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Note 3 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

Files Required
1. CF-Auto-Root - Mirror Link (CF-Auto-Root-hlteusc-hlteusc-smn900r4.zip)
2. Odin 3.09

Steps to Root Galaxy Note 3 (U.S. Cellular) SM-N900R4 Running on Android 4.4.2 KitKat Firmware
Step 1: Extract CF-Auto-Root and Odin 3.09 files using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool.
Step 2: Switch off the Galaxy Note 3. Then boot into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
Step 3: Launch Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
Step 4: Connect the Galaxy Note 3 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.
Step 5: In Odin, click the AP button and select the CF-Auto-Root-hlteusc-hlteusc-smn900r4.tar.md5 file.
Step 6: Make sure that the Re-Partition checkbox is NOT selected in Odin.
Step 7: Double-check and click Start button in Odin. The installation process will now begin.
Step 8: Once the installation process completes, your phone will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect it from the computer.

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (U.S. Cellular) SM-N900R4 running on Android 4.4.2 KitKat is now rooted successfully. You can now install any app that requires root permission. Verify the root status of the device by downloading Root Checker app from Google Play Store.

Note: Many Samsung devices store a flash counter that keeps track of how many times you have flashed custom firmwares to your device. Triangle Away can be used to reset the flash counter to zero.

How to Fix "Unfortunately, SuperSU has stopped"?
Step 1: Download and install the latest APK of SuperSU on your device.
Step 2: Open SuperSU app (update the binary if prompted) and allow it to disable KNOX.
Step 3: Reboot your device.

Thank's to all fellas at XDA who first tried out this rooting technique. This method was originally posted via XDA-Developers original thread.

How to Root Galaxy Note 3 (Sprint) SM-N900P on Android 4.4.2 KitKat Firmware

The Sprint version of Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N900P) has already receiving Android 4.4.2 KitKat update with firmware build number N900PVPUCNAB.

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (Sprint) SM-N900P users who have already updated their devices with Android 4.4.2 KitKat, may root their devices using the tutorial below.

This tutorial uses CF-Auto-Root file released by Senior Recognized XDA-Developers, Chainfire. Head over to the CF-Auto-Root main thread to learn more about the root method.

Disclaimer: Rooting voids the warranty of your device. We and the developer of this rooting procedures shall not be held responsible if any undesirable outcomes may happen to your device. use of this root guide is solely at your own risk!

Note: This method will trip the KNOX warranty void status.

Pre-requisites
1. Install USB Driver for Samsung Galaxy Note 3 on the computer.
2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
4. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
5. The CF-Auto-Root file works only on the Sprint version of Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N900P). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Note 3 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

Files Required
1. CF-Auto-Root - Mirror Link (CF-Auto-Root-hltespr-hltespr-smn900p.zip)
2. Odin 3.09

Steps to Root Galaxy Note 3 (Sprint) SM-N900P Running on Android 4.4.2 KitKat Firmware
Step 1: Extract CF-Auto-Root and Odin 3.09 files using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool.
Step 2: Switch off the Galaxy Note 3. Then boot into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
Step 3: Launch Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
Step 4: Connect the Galaxy Note 3 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.
Step 5: In Odin, click the AP button and select the CF-Auto-Root-hltespr-hltespr-smn900p.tar.md5 file.
Step 6: Make sure that the Re-Partition checkbox is NOT selected in Odin.
Step 7: Double-check and click Start button in Odin. The installation process will now begin.
Step 8: Once the installation process completes, your phone will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect it from the computer.

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (Sprint) SM-N900P running on Android 4.4.2 KitKat is now rooted successfully. You can now install any app that requires root permission. Verify the root status of the device by downloading Root Checker app from Google Play Store.

Note: Many Samsung devices store a flash counter that keeps track of how many times you have flashed custom firmwares to your device. Triangle Away can be used to reset the flash counter to zero.

How to Fix "Unfortunately, SuperSU has stopped"?
Step 1: Download and install the latest APK of SuperSU on your device.
Step 2: Open SuperSU app (update the binary if prompted) and allow it to disable KNOX.
Step 3: Reboot your device.

Thank's to all fellas at XDA who first tried out this rooting technique. This method was originally posted via XDA-Developers original thread.

Read also: How to Update Galaxy Note 3 (Sprint) SM-N900P with Android 4.4.2 VPUCNAB KitKat Official Firmware

How to Update Galaxy Note 3 (Sprint) SM-N900P with Android 4.4.2 VPUCNAB KitKat Official Firmware

Samsung has started rolling out a new Android 4.4.2 KitKat update for the Sprint version of Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N900P). The new official firmware is currently available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

Firmware details
PDA: N900PVPUCNAB
CSC: N900PSPTCNAB
MODEM: N900PVPUCNAB
Version: Android 4.4.2
Build date: Jan 28, 2014
Regions: U.S. (Sprint)

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (Sprint) SM-N900P users who missed the OTA update notification or unable to access the update over Samsung KIES, may follow our step-by-step guide to install the update manually.

Pre-requisites
1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy Note 3 on the computer.
2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
4. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
5. The Android 4.4.2 VPUCNAB KitKat firmware is compatible only with the Sprint version of Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N900P). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Note 3 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

Files Required
1. Android 4.4.2 VPUCNAB KitKat Firmware (Mirror Link)
2. Odin 3.07

Steps to Update Galaxy Note 3 (Sprint) SM-N900P with Android 4.4.2 VPUCNAB KitKat Firmware
Step 1: Extract Firmware zip file using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool, you will get a .tar.md5 file and some other files (optional).
Step 2: Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.07.exe along with few other files.
Step 3: Switch off the Galaxy Note 3.
Step 4: Boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
Step 5: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
Step 6: Connect the Galaxy Note 3 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.

Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted N900PVPUCNAB firmware folder:
  • Click the PDA button and select the .tar.md5 file.
  • Click the Phone button and select file with MODEM in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
  • Click the CSC button and select file with CSC in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
  • Click the PIT button and select the .pit file. Ignore if there is no such file.
Step 8: In Odin, enable Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes. Also, ensure the Re-Partition checkbox is chosen only if a .pit file was chosen in the previous step.
Step 9: Verify everything suggested in Step 7 and Step 8 is done correctly. Then hit the Start button to begin the installation process.
Step 10: Once the installation process completes, your phone will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect it from the computer.

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (Sprint) SM-N900P should be now updated with Android 4.4.2 VPUCNAB KitKat official firmware. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

Note: If Galaxy Note 3 (Sprint) SM-N900P stuck at booting animation after Step 10 then go to recovery mode (press and hold the Volume Up and Power buttons together) and perform Wipe data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition task before selecting reboot system now function. In recovery mode use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the option. Please note, performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.

Read also: How to Root Galaxy Note 3 (Sprint) SM-N900P on Android 4.4.2 KitKat Firmware

How to Root Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 (Wi-Fi) SM-T320 on Android 4.4.2 KitKat Firmware

Announced in January 2014, Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 is now available for purchase in some European countries. The Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 comes in some variants and runs Android 4.4.2 KitKat out-of-the-box.

Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 (Wi-Fi) SM-T320 users who wish to root their devices, may follow the tutorial below.

This tutorial uses CF-Auto-Root file released by Senior XDA-Developers, Chainfire. Head over to the CF-Auto-Root main thread to learn more about the root method.

Disclaimer: Rooting voids the warranty of your device. We and the developer of this rooting procedures shall not be held responsible if any undesirable outcomes may happen to your device. use of this root guide is solely at your own risk!

Pre-requisites
1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 on the computer.
2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the tablet by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
4. Ensure the battery of the tablet is charged more than 80 percent.
5. The CF-Auto-Root file works only on the Wi-Fi version of Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 (SM-T320). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

Files Required
1. CF-Auto-Root (CF-Auto-Root-mondrianwifi-mondrianwifixx-smt320.zip)
2. Odin 3.09

Steps to Root Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 (Wi-Fi) SM-T320 Running on Android 4.4.2 KitKat Firmware
Step 1: Extract the CF-Auto-Root and Odin 3.09 files using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool.
Step 2: Switch off the Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4. Then boot into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
Step 3: Launch Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
Step 4: Connect the Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.
Step 5: In Odin, click the AP button and select the CF-Auto-Root-mondrianwifi-mondrianwifixx-smt320.tar.md5 file.
Step 6: Make sure that the Re-Partition checkbox is NOT selected in Odin.
Step 7: Double-check and click Start button in Odin. The installation process will now begin.
Step 8: Once the installation process completes, your tablet will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect it from the computer.

Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 (Wi-Fi) SM-T320 running on Android 4.4.2 KitKat is now rooted successfully. Open the app drawer of the phone and check for an app called SuperSU. Verify the root status of the device by downloading Root Checker app from Google Play Store.

Note: Many Samsung devices store a flash counter that keeps track of how many times you have flashed custom firmwares to your device. Triangle Away can be used to reset the flash counter to zero.

How to Fix "Unfortunately, SuperSU has stopped"?
Step 1: Download and install the latest APK of SuperSU on your device.
Step 2: Open SuperSU app (update the binary if prompted) and allow it to disable KNOX.
Step 3: Reboot your device.

Thank's to all fellas at XDA who first tried out this rooting technique. This method was originally posted via XDA-Developers.

How to Update Galaxy Note 3 (LTE) N9005 with Android 4.4.2 XXUENB4 KitKat Official Firmware

Samsung has rolled out Android 4.4.2 KitKat update for the LTE version of Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9005). The new official firmware is now available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

Firmware details
PDA: N9005XXUENB4
CSC: N9005DBTENB1
MODEM: N9005XXUENB1
Version: Android 4.4.2
Build date: Feb 12, 2014
Regions: Germany

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (LTE) N9005 users who missed the OTA update notification or unable to access the update over Samsung KIES, may follow our step-by-step guide to install the update manually.

Pre-requisites
1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy Note 3 on the computer.
2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
4. The Galaxy Note 3 should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
5. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
6. The Android 4.4.2 XXUENB4 KitKat firmware is compatible only with the LTE version of Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9005). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Note 3 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

Files Required
1. Android 4.4.2 XXUENB4 KitKat Firmware (Mirror Link 1, Link 2, Link 3)
2. Odin 3.07

Other regions: Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand), France

Steps to Update Galaxy Note 3 (LTE) N9005 with Android 4.4.2 XXUENB4 KitKat Firmware
Step 1: Extract Firmware zip file using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool, you will get a .tar.md5 file and some other files (optional).
Step 2: Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.07.exe along with few other files.
Step 3: Switch off the Galaxy Note 3.
Step 4: Boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
Step 5: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
Step 6: Connect the Galaxy Note 3 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.

Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted N9005XXUENB4 firmware folder:
  • Click the PDA button and select the .tar.md5 file.
  • Click the Phone button and select file with MODEM in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
  • Click the CSC button and select file with CSC in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
  • Click the PIT button and select the .pit file. Ignore if there is no such file.
    Step 8: In Odin, enable Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes. Also, ensure the Re-Partition checkbox is chosen only if a .pit file was chosen in the previous step.
    Step 9: Verify everything suggested in Step 7 and Step 8 is done correctly. Then hit the Start button to begin the installation process.
    Step 10: Once the installation process completes, your phone will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect it from the computer.

    Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (LTE) N9005 should be now updated with Android 4.4.2 XXUENB4 KitKat official firmware. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

    Note: If Galaxy Note 3 (LTE) N9005 stuck at booting animation after Step 10 then go to recovery mode (press and hold the Volume Up and Power buttons together) and perform Wipe data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition task before selecting reboot system now function. In recovery mode use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the option. Please note, performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.

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    How to Update Galaxy Grand 2 DUOS SM-G7102 with Android 4.3 XXUANB3 Jelly Bean Official Firmware

    Samsung Galaxy Grand 2 DUOS (SM-G7102) has received the latest Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update with firmware build number G7102XXUANB3. The new official firmware is now available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

    Firmware details
    PDA: G7102XXUANB3
    CSC: G7102ODDANA1
    MODEM: G7102DDUAML3
    Version: Android 4.3
    Build date: Feb 14, 2014
    Regions: India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka

    Samsung Galaxy Grand 2 DUOS SM-G7102 users who missed the OTA update notification or unable to access the update over Samsung KIES, may follow our step-by-step guide to install the update manually.

    Pre-requisites
    1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy Grand 2 on the computer.
    2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
    3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
    4. The Galaxy Grand 2 should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
    5. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
    6. The Android 4.3 XXUANB3 Jelly Bean firmware is compatible only with the Galaxy Grand 2 DUOS (SM-G7102). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Grand 2 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

    Files Required
    1. Android 4.3 XXUANB3 Jelly Bean Firmware (Mirror Link)
    2. Odin 3.07

    Steps to Update Galaxy Grand 2 DUOS SM-G7102 with Android 4.3 XXUANB3 Jelly Bean Firmware
    Step 1: Extract Firmware zip file using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool, you will get a .tar.md5 file and some other files (optional).
    Step 2: Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.07.exe along with few other files.
    Step 3: Switch off the Galaxy Grand 2.
    Step 4: Boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
    Step 5: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
    Step 6: Connect the Galaxy Grand 2 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.

    Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted G7102XXUANB3 firmware folder:
    • Click the PDA button and select the .tar.md5 file.
    • Click the Phone button and select file with MODEM in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
    • Click the CSC button and select file with CSC in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
    • Click the PIT button and select the .pit file. Ignore if there is no such file.
      Step 8: In Odin, enable Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes. Also, ensure the Re-Partition checkbox is chosen only if a .pit file was chosen in the previous step.
      Step 9: Verify everything suggested in Step 7 and Step 8 is done correctly. Then hit the Start button to begin the installation process.
      Step 10: Once the installation process completes, your phone will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect your device from the computer.

      Samsung Galaxy Grand 2 DUOS SM-G7102 should be now updated with Android 4.3 XXUANB3 Jelly Bean official firmware. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

      Note: If Galaxy Grand 2 DUOS SM-G7102 stuck at booting animation after Step 10 then go to recovery mode (press and hold the Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together) and perform Wipe data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition task before selecting reboot system now function. In recovery mode use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the option. Please note, performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.

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      How to Update Galaxy Fame S6810 with Android 4.1.2 XXAMJ1 Jelly Bean Official Firmware

      Samsung Galaxy Fame with model number GT-S6810 has already received the latest Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean update with firmware build number S6810XXAMJ1. The new official firmware is currently available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

      Firmware details
      PDA: S6810XXAMJ1
      CSC: S6810OLBANB1
      MODEM: S6810DXAMG1
      Version: Android 4.1.2
      Build date: Oct 1, 2013
      Regions: Indonesia, Vietnam

      Samsung Galaxy Fame S6810 users who missed the OTA update notification or unable to access the update over Samsung KIES, can now download and install the same manually using our step-by-step guide.

      Pre-requisites
      1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy Fame on the computer.
      2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
      3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
      4. The Galaxy Fame should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
      5. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
      6. The Android 4.1.2 XXAMJ1 Jelly Bean firmware is compatible only with Samsung Galaxy Fame (GT-S6810L). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Fame by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

      Files Required
      1. Android 4.1.2 XXAMJ1 Jelly Bean Firmware (Mirror Link) for Galaxy Fame S6810
      2. Odin 3.07

      Steps to Update Galaxy Fame S6810 with Android 4.1.2 XXAMJ1 Jelly Bean Firmware
      Step 1: Extract Firmware zip file using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool, you will get a .tar.md5 file and some other files (optional).
      Step 2: Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.07.exe along with few other files.
      Step 3: Switch off the Galaxy Fame.
      Step 4: Boot the device into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
      Step 5: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
      Step 6: Connect the Galaxy Fame to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.

      Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted S6810XXAMJ1 firmware folder:
      • Click the PDA button and select the .tar.md5 file.
      • Click the Phone button and select file with MODEM in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
      • Click the CSC button and select file with CSC in its name. Ignore if there is no such file.
      • Click the PIT button and select the .pit file. Ignore if there is no such file.
      Step 8: In Odin, enable Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes. Also, ensure the Re-Partition checkbox is chosen only if a .pit file was chosen in the previous step.
      Step 9: Verify everything suggested in Step 7 and Step 8 is done correctly. Then hit the Start button to begin the installation process.
      Step 10: Once the installation process completes, your phone will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect it from the computer.

      Samsung Galaxy Fame S6810 should be now updated with Android 4.1.2 XXAMJ1 Jelly Bean official firmware. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

      Note: If Galaxy Fame S6810 stuck at booting animation after Step 10 then go to recovery mode (press and hold the Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together) and perform Wipe data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition task before selecting reboot system now function. In recovery mode use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the option. Please note, performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.

      Read also: How to Root Galaxy Fame S6810 on Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean Firmware

      How to Root Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 on Android 4.4.2 KitKat Firmware

      The Snapdragon variant of Galaxy S4 (GT-I9505) has already received a new Android 4.4.2 KitKat update with firmware build number I9505XXUFNB8.

      Samsung Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 users who have already updated their devices with Android 4.4.2 KitKat, may root their devices using the tutorial below.

      This tutorial uses CF-Auto-Root file released by Senior Recognized XDA-Developers, Chainfire. Head over to the CF-Auto-Root main thread to learn more about the root method.

      Disclaimer: Rooting voids the warranty of your device. We and the developer of this rooting procedures shall not be held responsible if any undesirable outcomes may happen to your device. use of this root guide is solely at your own risk!

      Pre-requisites
      1. Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy S4 on the computer.
      2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone by navigating to Settings >> Developer Options.
      3. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
      4. The Galaxy S4 should be factory unlocked and not locked to any particular carrier.
      5. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
      6. The CF-Auto-Root file works only on the LTE version of Galaxy S4 (GT-I9505). Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy S4 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

      Files Required
      1. CF-Auto-Root - Mirror Link (CF-Auto-Root-jflte-jfltexx-gti9505.zip)
      2. Odin 3.09

      Steps to Root Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 Running on Android 4.4.2 KitKat Firmware
      Step 1: Extract CF-Auto-Root and Odin 3.09 files using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool.
      Step 2: Switch off the Galaxy S4. Then boot into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until a construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on screen. Now press the Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
      Step 3: Launch Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
      Step 4: Connect the Galaxy S4 to the computer using USB cable while it is in the Download Mode. Wait until Odin detects the device. When the device is connected successfully, the ID: COM box will turn to light blue with the COM port number. Additionally, the successful connected will be indicated by a message saying Added.
      Step 5: In Odin, click the AP button and select the CF-Auto-Root-jflte-jfltexx-gti9505.tar.md5 file.
      Step 6: Verify that Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes are selected in Odin. Also, ensure the Re-Partition option is NOT selected.
      Step 7: Double-check and click Start in Odin. The installation process will now begin.
      Step 8: Once the installation process completes, your phone will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect it from the computer.

      Samsung Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 running on Android 4.4.2 KitKat is now rooted successfully. You can now install any app that requires root permission. Verify the root status of the device by downloading Root Checker app from Google Play Store.

      Note: Many Samsung devices store a flash counter that keeps track of how many times you have flashed custom firmwares to your device. Triangle Away can be used to reset the flash counter to zero.

      How to Fix "Unfortunately, SuperSU has stopped"?
      Step 1: Download and install the latest APK of SuperSU on your device.
      Step 2: Open SuperSU app (update the binary if prompted) and allow it to disable KNOX.
      Step 3: Reboot your device.

      Thank's to all fellas at XDA who first tried out this rooting technique. This method was originally posted via XDA-Developers original thread.

      Read also: How to Update Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 with Android 4.4.2 XXUFNB8 KitKat Official Firmware