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CyanogenMod releases Android 6.0 Marshmallow for Samsung Galaxy S3 i9300

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Samsung Galaxy S3 mini was one of the first AOSP to receive Android 5.0 Lollipop firmware

Samsung is only going to release early next year Android firmware 5.0 Lollipop for Galaxy S4 and Galaxy Note 3 But if you don’t want to wait and if you have a Galaxy S3 mini, then a test AOSP firmware for this smartphone has appeared. You can take a chance and install it now.

The international version of the Samsung Galaxy S3 mini VE received a small update

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Android 4.4.4 KitKat for Galaxy S3 GT-I9300, unofficial yet [Instructions]

Samsung is not officially going to release Android 4.4.4 KitKat firmware for the Galaxy S3 GT-I9300, but this does not stop us and a ported version of the update from the Galaxy S3 LTE has already appeared. Not all functions work yet, but the firmware is working and can be installed on the GT-I9300. But it's better to wait until a stable build appears. We already offer you installation instructions.

Galaxy S3 LTE GT-I9305N receives Android 4.4.4 KitKat

Yesterday we noticed that Samsung has already released an update for the Galaxy S3 with LTE support, but only in South Korea. That is, Android 4.4.4 KitKat was released for the SHV-E210S model. Now in Europe you can get the same firmware for the Galaxy S3 LTE GT-I9305N smartphone. I think this is great news for all of you.

Galaxy S3 4G receives Android 4.4.4 KitKat update

Samsung today began updating the Galaxy S3 LTE to Android 4.4.4 KitKat. As you understand, for now this applies to the 4G version of the smartphone and the international Galaxy S3 GT-I9300 will remain on the firmware that is currently available for it.

Galaxy S3 Neo receives Android 4.4.4 KitKat update

We are all waiting for Android 4.4.4 KitKat at least for the Galaxy S5, although there are also those impatient who demand this firmware for their S3. Of course it's funny, but only partly. Today, Android 4.4.4 KitKat firmware is already available for the Galaxy S3 Neo. Even the flagship would be surprised if he could.

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Installing Android 4.4.4 KitKat update on Galaxy S3 GT-I9300

Today simple model Galaxy S3 (not LTE) received stable CyanogenMod firmware 11 M8. Here you will get everything additional features, which are in Android 4.4.4 on Nexus 4 and Nexus 5. So, in principle, it makes sense to install CyanogenMod 11 M8 on Galaxy S3, and we suggest you use these instructions.

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This page contains information about installing the latest Samsung Galaxy S3 driver downloads using the Samsung Driver Update Tool.

Samsung Galaxy S3 drivers are tiny programs that enable your Mobile phone hardware to communicate with your operating system software. Keeping your Samsung Galaxy S3 software updated prevents crashes and maximizes hardware and system performance. Using outdated or corrupt Samsung Galaxy S3 drivers may cause system errors, failures and failure of equipment or computer. Moreover, installing the wrong Samsung drivers can make these problems worse.

Advice: if you don't know how to update drivers Samsung devices manually, we recommend downloading the Samsung Galaxy S3 Driver Utility. This tool will automatically download and update the correct versions of Samsung Galaxy S3 drivers, preventing you from installing the wrong ones. Galaxy drivers S3.

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Samsung produces Cell phones operating room based Android systems. Each new gadget is equipped modern version operating systems. Owners of older devices are recommended to update software to fresh options. If you still have old version firmware, then let's look at how to update OS Android on Samsung phone.

The simplest method

It belongs to the list of powers of an ordinary user and does not require deep knowledge, so anyone can do it on their own.

Before making changes, we recommend that you make backup copy stored data on external storage. It is also important to check the battery charge level. The process is lengthy, so it's worth charging your phone to 80-90% to avoid the update stopping suddenly.

Before the procedure, it is recommended to turn on the reception WiFi signal to avoid material losses from your mobile account. When the data is received from the server, go to the “Install” field and wait for a notification that the changes are complete. After the adjustments have been made.

This algorithm is described for use on Samsung smartphone galaxy s3. However, the essence remains relevant for all devices.

Update via computer or laptop

You need to install the Kies program. The utility must be licensed so as not to spoil the operating system.

Return to factory settings

It happens when a person is not satisfied with the expansion. Then they perform a rollback.

How to get rid of the pirated version

Let's say you accidentally installed an unlicensed file and are wondering how to remove the update.

Hello, today let me show you how to flash Samsung GT-I9300 Galaxy S3 standard firmware and rooted (or rooted?). Since the amount of information on this device is quite large, I decided that service codes, custom firmware and backup of this model I’ll tell you next time. Everyone already knows what kind of beast this is - there are a lot of reviews and reviews on the Internet.

Initially, the device was supplied with Android version 4.0.4 “Ice Cream Sandwich”, they still deliver them with this old software, but you can already update it to version 4.1.2 “ Jelly Bean", they also promise an update to version 4.3 at the end of the year - we’re still waiting. Initially, in the first versions, the device was wildly glitchy, froze, turned itself off, applications stopped working (processes were terminated urgently), lost the network and stupidly died - it turned off for no particular reason and would not turn on again - on servers they stupidly changed the boards under warranty (who was lucky) and They explained that this was a factory defect, but about a year later the situation leveled out and there were fewer such jambs, which Samsung engineers could correct.

The main drawback of this device today is its fragility - if you pressed or squeezed a little and God forbid you dropped it - a crack in the sensor is guaranteed, and this is a replacement display module entirely (up to 8,000 thousand rubles for repairs in some sharashkas). So be careful. And let's get started with the firmware.

ATTENTION!!! Before starting software updates, rooting, resetting settings and other manipulations with your own or, God forbid, someone else’s device HIGHLY RECOMMEND read this one. In short, you have been warned and don’t say later that this is the first time you’ve heard this.

Samsung GT-I9300 Galaxy S3 - software update and ROOT rights.

Before we start flashing the firmware, let's first prepare everything we need:

• Let's fully charge the battery;

• MicroUSB Any cable will do, but it’s better to take one from the kit;

• Firmware, latest version - I9300XXUGOE1 ;

• Flasher program - Odin3 v3.04 ;

• Drivers - install kies (when updating the software, do not run this application, or better yet, go to the task manager and kill all processes called kies). But it’s better to install the drivers there and post about how to install them correctly;

• Personal computer or laptop of average configuration with operating system WIN7 SP1 should be enough;

• CF-Auto-Root-m0-m0xx-gti9300.tar - firmware file for rooting.

First, back up all your data or use KIES to save everything necessary files on computer. Soon there will be an article on how to backup the firmware - I’m already writing it. You can download all files at the end of the article.

Samsung GT-I9300 Galaxy S3- factory firmware.

Step 1:If you haven’t charged the battery yet, then it’s time to do it, insert the battery into the phone and enter the device into DOWNLOADING mode - to do this, first hold down the HOME button (center), then the volume down key and then the power button of the device.

Step 2:Information will appear warning us about possible problems with the phone when using modified firmware. And it offers to either continue or restart the smartphone. Continue pressing the volume up key. A green android robot should appear. We are on the right track.

Step 3:Download the archive with the firmware and flash driver and launch the application Odin3_v3.04.exe.

Step 4:The main window of the flashing program appeared in front of us Odin3 v3.04.

Step 5:And so, the smartphone is entered into download mode, the battery is charged, important information saved, drivers installed (do not forget to “kill” all Kies processes if you installed it). We connect the cable to the phone - the com port should be detected and a line with the word Added will appear - this is a good sign, it means that the device has been detected by the PC.

Step 6:Now it’s time to configure ONE - selecting firmware files:

PIT -mx.pit

Bootloader - BOOTLOADER

PDA - CODE _I9300XXEMG4_1314436_REV00_user_low_ship.tar.md5

PHONE - MODEM _I9300XXEMG4_REV02_REV04_CL1360150.tar.md5

C.S.C. - C.S.C. _OXE_I9300OXEEMH1_CL1359224_REV00_user_low_ship.tar.md5

BE CAREFUL - CHECK SEVERAL TIMES!!!

If everything is fine, press the START button.

Step 8:"PASS"- in about five minutes the device will be flashed. All, Samsung GT-I9300 Galaxy S3 ready to use. You have the latest firmware version.

Step 9:Reboot and check the software version by typing the following code on your phone keypad *#1234# .

Obtaining ROOT rights.

If you still decide to root your Samsung GT-I9300 Galaxy S3, it means you are aware of what you are doing and take full responsibility upon yourself. And so let's get started:

Step 1:Download CF-Auto-Root-m0-m0xx-gti9300.tar - This is a rootkit, so you will need to disable your ANTI-VIRUS, unzip this archive. The final file must have a .tar or .tar.md5 extension.

Step 2:We switch the device to DOWNLOADING mode - see the instructions above.

Step 3:Let's launch application Odin3 v3.04.exe.

Step 4:Select the rootkit file and put it in the field PDA. If you have version androida 4.1.x, then be sure to uncheck Auto-reboot.

Step 5:We connect the phone with a cable to the computer and press the Start button. In a minute, the device will flash, and since we unchecked Auto-reboot- turn off the device manually and enter it into recovery mode by holding the volume up button in turn, then the HOME button and the power button. Root rights are automatically installed.

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As you know, Samsung is no longer releasing an OTA update for the Galaxy S3 Mini. So the phone is stuck on KitKat OS, unless of course you want to keep it
How to update Galaxy S3 Mini from Android 5.0 Lollipop.
As you know, Samsung is no longer releasing an OTA update for the Galaxy S3 Mini. Thus, the phone is stuck on KitKat OS, unless of course you want to keep the devices official. But, if you're willing to lift up a little operating version, then we recommend you check the recommendation below. In this tutorial, we will show you how to easily and safely update your Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini to Android 5.0 Lollipop OS using new firmware Rom.
This ROM is built from pure AOSP Android 5.0 Lollipop OS, as the goal is to bring the default and latest Android firmware to the Galaxy S3 Mini. The drive has therefore been customized and optimized to fit with your SGS3 Mini. So, if you want to check it yourself, then don't hesitate to check all the lines from below as you will find all the parts required for the flashing process there.
Firstly, you should know that this custom version of Android 5.0 L OS runs smoothly on Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini. According to users who have already installed AOSP ROM, there are no errors or other problems associated with the software. Of course, since we're talking about custom drives, you might find some unusual things, but don't expect to have major bugs or annoying problems and can set it up for daily use.
After flashing the firmware, you will be able to get the latest Lolipop features and applications. In addition, using this disk, you can improve your Galaxy S3 Mini device.

In a few words, you can improve battery life, gain more speed, change default Samsung UI, update quick view web pages and updating other features.
I would also like to note that once you receive this firmware, your phone is no longer under warranty. In case something happens by phone, you will take it service center company, you will have to pay. But the guarantee can also be returned by using the official firmware.
I would also like to note that this disk is not an official release from Samsung or Google, only a custom disk that was created on the latest AOSP release. So do not bundle this firmware with the aforementioned company.
Before installing, your phone must have Root rights and latest version recovery ( TWRP Recovery). I also remind you, never forget to make a Nandroid backup of the disk you are sitting at the moment, this means that if new disk If you don't like it, you can easily return your old drive. How? Read below.
Read and understand the entire manual before actually following the instructions.
Warning: Use these instructions at your own risk. We will not be responsible for anything that happens to you or your device as a result of using the information in this manual.
This tutorial is for Galaxy S3 Mini only. Please do not try to install on any other device.

Make sure that the drivers for your device are installed on your computer. You need to enable the mode USB debugging which is disabled by default. Your smartphone should have 70-80% charge. Never skip Nandroid backup as it is very useful, if this firmware is not working as you want then it is easy come back as before your disk. This tutorial will destroy all data.

Proceed at your own risk. Samsung Kies will not detect your phone after installing this ROM because it is a custom firmware. Make sure you have backed up all the data on your phone before proceeding. How to do backup read here. Another way: here.
New stable CM12.1 release (20160210) is available for S3 Mini, go here.
The developers recommend installing the firmware via TWRP Recovery, and we will do so.
> Install the firmware via TWRP Recovery:

1. First, download both files from the link above to your computer.
2. Connect your device to your computer and copy both files to the root directory on the device(not any folder).
3. Unplug your phone and turn it off. And make sure you wait 5-6 seconds to complete the power off completely.
4. Now you will boot your phone into recovery mode (TWRP Recovery) by pressing and holding the Volume Up, Home and Power buttons.
5. Perform a nandroid backup of the existing disk using the backup program located in the twrp recovery main menu.
6. Select: Backup ››, - set file name and confirm the process.
8. Select: Wipe "Advanced Wipe" - and from below select: Swipe to wipe.
9. Select: Install ›› cm12.0_golden.nova.20150308.zip ››, - confirm the process.
10.

Select: Install ›› gapps-lp-20150314.zip ››, - confirm the process.
You should now be running Android 5.0.2 Lollipop on your Galaxy S3 Mini. Enjoy!
Returning to a previous ROM: To return to a previous ROM, boot into recovery, select Backup and Restore and restore your previous ROM by selecting it from the list.

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