Having released a new Galaxy flagship S5, Samsung not only increased the power of processors and added new sensors, the software component of the phone was also completely redesigned. Today, the new product runs on Android 4.4 Kit Kat, and uses the proprietary TouchWiz launcher as its shell. Fortunately, the manufacturer listened to the owners previous versions smartphone and made the integration with its shell less tight, which significantly speeded up the operation of the operating system.

The first firmware has appeared online, below is some information and a download link.

• Model: SM-G9009D
• Country: China
• Version: Android 4.4.2
• Changelist: 965559
• Build date: Wed, 12 Mar 2014 13:40:35 +0000
• PDA: G9009DKEU1ANCC
• CSC: G9009DCTC1ANCC
• MODEM: G9009DKEU1ANCC

What is firmware?

At its core, original firmware is a set of applications that allow you to put together the entire system and make it work. The ability to receive calls, send messages, surf the Internet - all this is the merit of the firmware.

Despite the fact that developers try to release the most polished product possible, the desired result is not always achieved. That's why software part smartphone and SM-G900F is no exception, it needs to be updated periodically. Programmers close vulnerabilities, patch bugs, optimize processes and add new features.

What types of firmware are there?

All firmware can be divided into two types: custom and official. There is a fundamental difference between them: the first are developed by free programmers, the second by Samsung programmers.

Official firmware can guarantee stability and security, but custom firmware cannot always boast of such qualities. On the other hand, services and applications that most users do not need are often cut out of third-party firmware.

Installation methods and software

There are 4 main ways to install firmware for the Samsung Galaxy S5: over the air, through the official Kiess client, the ODIN program, or archived through a special recovery mod mode.

First way simplest. You need to go to your phone settings and find the item dedicated to updating your phone. After that, you can click the "update" button and wait for the latest firmware to download and install.

Second way not at all more difficult than the first. Install the Kiess program on your computer and connect your smartphone to the computer using a cable. The application will check the servers for updates and warn you about them. After this, you can proceed with the installation, following the instructions of the application itself.

Third way used on new and custom firmware that have not yet been released official servers Samsung. All you need to do is download the archive with the firmware and install it on your smartphone using the ODIN program. Before this, the phone must be put into development mode. Also, the Odin application can help you roll back the firmware in emergency cases.

Fourth way. In some cases, custom firmware is installed via zip archive. To do this, a specially prepared archive is downloaded to the phone and transferred to the root of the memory card. Next, the firmware installation begins through the recovery mod mode.

Quick installation instructions:

1. Unpack the downloaded firmware file;
2. Download the program Odin v3.09;
3. Unpack the archive with the Odin program;
4. Open Odin v3.09;
5. Reboot the phone in “Download” mode (press and hold the Home + Power + Lower volume control buttons);
6. Connect your phone and wait until the blue sign in the Odin program lights up;
7. Add firmware file to AP/PDA;
8. Press the start button and wait a bit (a few minutes).

IMPORTANT. Please note that using custom firmware and applications other than Kiess can lead to consequences that only specialists can fix service centers. Therefore, it is not recommended to try to update your phone with an unverified file without proper knowledge. Also, before flashing the Samsung Galaxy S5 firmware, you need to charge the battery to 100%.

Here you can download stable firmware for Samsung Galaxy S5 in Russian. The firmware version is updated immediately after the official release of the manufacturer.

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So, Android 5.0 Lollipop firmware for the Galaxy S5 G900H has been available via OTA for several days now, but many have to install the update manually. By using this manual you can install the firmware yourself Android Lollipop to your smartphone. You will see a link to the firmware file itself below, as well as step-by-step instructions.

XXU1BOA7 represents the official Android update 5.0 Lollipop, which is distributed via OTA for the Galaxy S5 G900H. But you can install it via OTA only if your smartphone runs on official firmware and if you have not received root rights. Otherwise, you will have to install any other firmware or update manually. Therefore, this instruction can help you.

You can use this firmware as a way to return to the official build if you suddenly have problems with your smartphone. Installing Android 5.0 XXU1BOA7 will allow you to have a solution to many problems in your hands, you can even return the Galaxy S5 to working condition, if suddenly you got a brick from it.

You should take precautions in advance: make backup copy data, contacts, text messages, apps, photos and everything else you need. And don’t forget that even if you had root rights, after installing the update you will again have to look for a way to get root rights. But you don't have to worry about it - there are many ways that are compatible with Android 5.0 XXU1BOA7 firmware.

To install the update, you need not only the firmware itself and Galaxy smartphone S5, but also a computer with installed drivers and Odin, as well as a USB cable. In addition, prepare your phone: "Menu - Settings - About phone - press several times on the firmware number" to access the developer tools; then "Menu - Settings - Developer Options" and enable the USB debugging option.

You should also make sure in advance that the smartphone battery is sufficiently charged - at least 50%. Otherwise, during the process of installing the update, your phone may become a completely unusable brick. In general, all responsibility for the flashing process lies solely with you.

Instructions for installing Android 5.0 Lollipop on Samsung Galaxy S5 G900H:

• You should have downloaded Android 5.0 Lollipop firmware for Samsung Galaxy S5 G900H.
• Download the Odin program to install the firmware.
• So, you have already downloaded the firmware and installed Odin. Run this program and in the window that opens, click on the AP field and add the firmware .tar.md5 file that you extracted from the zip archive.
• Make sure Re-Partition is not checked.
• Now boot your phone into recovery mode. Simultaneously press and hold the Home button, the power button, and the volume up button.
• In the menu that appears, you can move around using the volume buttons, confirm your choice by pressing the power button. You need to select wipe cache. After that, turn off your phone again.
• Now the smartphone needs to be booted into download mode. To do this, simultaneously press and hold the Home button, the power button, and the volume down button.
• Only now you can connect your smartphone to your computer with via USB cable. You need to wait until you see the blue light on ID:COM in the Odin program window. Then you can click Start. Do not do anything until the operation is completed. The Galaxy S5 should then automatically reboot. That's it, you have reflashed and installed the most current one on your smartphone. this moment firmware from Samsung.

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Crashed firmware is a nightmare for anyone Android user. Your smartphone won’t boot or boots but immediately reboots – this can almost always be fixed. There can be two reasons for this kind of problem: actually a problem with the software or a problem with the hardware. In the second case, it is unlikely that you will be able to save the device yourself, but you can reanimate your Samsung Galaxy S5 in the case of a crashed firmware, it is possible without the participation of specialists. We will tell you how to do this correctly in this post.

To restore Samsung Galaxy S5 and fix software-related problems, you just have to reset all settings, returning the smartphone to the state it was in at the time of purchase (Factory Reset), or you can install stock firmware. To do this you will have to use ODIN. In both cases, you will most likely lose all your important data.

Reset settings to

• Open the settings menu.
• Go to item User and Backup.
• Select sub-item Backup and Reset.
• Click on the option Factory data reset.
• Confirm your chosen action and enter an alternative password for your Samsung Galaxy S5.

If you can’t enter the menu, then you can try to wipe Samsung Galaxy S5 through recovery mode (both custom and stock images are suitable).

• Turn off your smartphone.
• Download Samsung Galaxy S5 in recovery (press and hold the Volume Up, Home and Power buttons).
• Make a wipe, to do this, select wipe data/factory reset and confirm the process.
• Restart your smartphone.

Installing stock firmware on Samsung Galaxy S5

If these methods do not work, then in this case you will have to install Samsung Galaxy S5 stock firmware. To get started, download and install USB drivers For Samsung Galaxy S5 on your PC and try to enable USB debugging on your smartphone. If problems arise with debugging, then ODIN I should be able to cope without it.

1. Go to SamMobile using this link.

2. Create an account there.

3. In the search box, enter the model number of your Samsung Galaxy S5, which is listed here: Settings > More > About Device > Build Number (or in the smartphone documentation).

4. Download the firmware file for your Samsung Galaxy S5.

5. Unpack the archive and save all files to your PC.

7. Unpack the archive and save the resulting files to your PC.

8. From Samsung Galaxy S5 remove the battery and after 10 seconds return it to its place.

9. Boot your smartphone into download mode. To do this, you need to hold down the Volume Down, Home and Power buttons, and then use Volume Up to select the appropriate mode.

10. Launch ODIN on PC.

11. Connect Galaxy S5 to the PC via USB and wait until ODIN recognizes the smartphone.

12. In ODIN, press the AP button.

13. Upload the file .tar.md5 from point 5. Make sure that the Re-partitioning option is disabled and do not change any other settings.

14. Press START, after which the installation of the firmware will begin on your Samsung Galaxy S5.

That's all. Now you know the basic methods of resuscitation for Samsung Galaxy S5. Do not forget that all responsibility for the device lies with you, and you can always turn to professionals for help.

If you're tired of TouchWiz, we'll help you choose a new, fast firmware for your device. And for those who do not have a Galaxy S5, we advise you to take note of this article in order to please a friend in the future who purchased this device, but who is not pleased with Samsung’s solutions in terms of the interface and smooth operation of the system. So, let's go!

This year, a huge number of flagship devices from various brands have appeared on the market. However, one of the most famous is the Galaxy S5. Users fell in love with S5 primarily for good quality assembly, powerful and advanced filling. In its turn, TouchWiz shell, the modest quality of materials and the appearance of the device repelled the attention of consumers. But if the quality of materials and appearance cannot be corrected, then the shell can be very easily replaced with one you like.

Probably the most popular third-party firmware on the market. Cyanogen has long been a haven for those who have been neglected by manufacturers. But when it comes to a flagship device, the biggest role in third-party firmware is played by the stock Android interface itself, various functions and features of this firmware, and not the latest Android version, although this is also important.
CyanogenMod includes, in addition to standard functions, various themes with which you can change the visual component of the firmware beyond recognition, the ability to create multiple profiles, and a secure chat that has advanced hacking protection. The developers also worked on performance - the device works quickly and smoothly, unlike the slightly stuttering TouchWiz. It is also worth noting the availability of CyanogenMod version 12, based on Android 5.0, which is at the “alpha” stage and has a large number of different “bugs”. We advise you not to upgrade to version 12 just yet.
You can download the firmware from the official website.

Carbon ROM

Almost all third-party firmware with stock Android are based on CyanogenMod and are a modified, improved version of CM with its own features. Carbon is one of them, it has huge functionality. There is a certain analogue of the well-known Active Display, which is perfect for the Super AMOLED screen of the S5. It is worth mentioning such “features” as Halo, Pie controls, which are some kind of bars with different functionality. You can configure everything in the firmware. Status bar, various themes, advanced settings for processor frequency and energy saving, a navigation bar with the ability to change buttons and assign different actions to them, advanced personal settings, etc. Sounds impressive, doesn't it?
You can download the firmware from the official website.

PAC-man ROM

Also quite functional firmware, including an application bar, a battery bar, CM, Halo themes, a switch between applications - OmniSwitch, called up when swiping from the edge of the screen from any open application, Slim Pie and much more.
You can download the firmware from the official website.

Slim ROM

This is a solution for practical people. This is not to say that the firmware is functionally rich, but it has a number of features that significantly distinguish it from all others. The first thing that catches your eye is running applications, which pop up on the side and represent a scrolling menu in which, when you swipe left or right, you can close this or that application. The black background in the settings also plays a significant role, which will save the charge of your device. There are also various themes, advanced customization of curtain tiles, Privacy Guard to protect access to your applications, and a change in navigation bar buttons.
You can download the firmware from the official website.

Alliance ROM

Based on TouchWiz, its feature is customization - the ability to select different themes (24 themes available in total), advanced customization appearance and curtain functionality with toggles and notifications. Themes can be changed without restarting the system. It is possible to turn on/off the device by double tap, customizable menu and other various improvements.
You can download the firmware from the official website.

The developers of this firmware claim that this is the “lightest” version of the firmware with TouchWiz of all presented - of course, we are talking about comparison with the firmware for the Galaxy S5. Tons of garbage were removed from it and its operation was optimized. All TouchWiz fans will like it. In other words, the developers did something that Samsung never got around to doing. There is a choice between cores: for gamers - cores with maximum performance, for battery lovers - optimized cores.
You can download the firmware from this link (pay attention to the device model).