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Official SGS2 2.3.4 firmware released by Samsung

I know everyone's had the leaked version of 2.3.4 for months now, but I just moved from an iPhone 4 to the SGS 2 yesterday and own a Mac, so when I saw this:
https://twitter.com/#!/SamFirmware/status/112527587259056128
I went ahead and updated the firmware, and viola! 2.3.4. Hopefully less of a battery drain too
If this is old news (although it was tweeted 3 hours ago), sorry for the redundancy.

Screenshots... we need screenshots!

if you're from Thailand, you're are set: THL = Thailand I9100TDCKH2

Samfirmware IS NOT Samsung and is in no way affiliated with Samsung. You should rename this thread (If you didn't get it from Kies, it wasn't released by Samsung). While this does seem to be a new leaked rom (as most on SamFirmware are) for the I9100T, other 2.3.4 roms have been out for nearly a month.
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KH2 is old leaked firmware .
jje

KH2 means nothing without the provider code in front of it. Hence there being 2.3.3 KG2's and 2.3.4 KG2's. It's all based on specific versions of roms monthly. UGKG2 means it's the second Bell Mobility build for August. KG1 would have been the first. However, if you look at ZSKG2, it's a completely different rom, it just means it was the second build in August for the ZS built phone. They are developed separately from each other an can not be considered the same like many on these forms have been misled to believe.
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I have GB 2.3.4 on my Galaxy R
I know it is not the same phone but it indicates that 2.3.4 is out.

I haven't done too much research on the different versions of Samsung galaxy s2's, so that's my bad. I was concentrating too much on just getting my hands on one lol. However, I did update it straight through the phone (like I said, I don't have a pc and I haven't been able to find Kies for Mac). Maybe the screenshot will help clear things up?

Oh and I forgot to mention, I'm in Florida. Although... I'm not exactly sure which country it came from.

alias3800 said:
However, I did update it straight through the phone
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Through the software update option?
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Yeah.. I.e. I had to create a samsung account and all that. The phone then turned off, went through a process to install it, and rebooted. The battery is better now I'd have to say, and the phone is as smooth as it was yesterday.
On a related note: This phone is AMAZING. More on that later.
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Does the google talk have the video option after you updated?

The one you mentioned in the OP (which was tweeted by Samfirmware today)
is NOT Android 2.3.4 but 2.3.3!
It's a old firmware like someone already said:
-> Build Date: Mon Aug 8 21:53:26 KST 2011
-> Changelist: 449536
ATM there's no (leaked) 2.3.4 firmware newer than XXKH3...

Sucks that it says 2.3.4 if it isn't actually that... guess I'm gonna have to find a pc then. I want to get started on ROMs now anyways.
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alias3800 said:
Sucks that it says 2.3.4 if it isn't actually that...
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Just to clear this out:
The one you're actually running (according to your screenshot) is 2.3.4 for sure.
But the one (I9100TDCKH2/I9100TTHLKF1/I9100TDCKF1) tweeted by Samfirmware is not...

The I9100TDCKH2 is the last one who was 2.3.4, the Europe region is already 2.3.4 for month and they more likely to be 2.3.5 this month.
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Oh and now it is oct now, but it still is 2.3.3, how disappointed ha?

iam from Saudi arabia, we still 2.3.3 . we are very diasppointed. samsung must do more attention to saudi market cause it is big market.
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After updating my Kies, i cant seem to connect my device.
Cant check for update.
From Dubai

There is no update for my sg2 either. All i see is this is the latest firmware PDA:KG2/PHONE:KG1/CSC:KF1 (TMU).
I bought this phone as used, i have no understanding of its history,and also confused about a few things.
PDA IS I9100BOKG2
PHONE I9100BOKG1
CSC I9I00TMUKF1
ANDROID VERSION 2.3.3
BASEBAND VERSION I9100BOKG1
KERNEL VERSIO [email protected]#2
From what i have learned BOK is german ?
Yet this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1113928.shows that it is T-mobile uk.
BOKG2:http://www.multiupload.com/VY5KOFVJHL
Firmware info: PDA:BOKG2|PHONE:BOKG1|CSC:TMUKF1
Can someone shed some light on this,also any suggestiong on what to root/flash with, i have read but the info is too confusing.
Thanks

10.1 3G DBT OTA updates

Since my Tab is no longer syncing with Kies anymore, and I'am no longer willing to reinstall Kies everytime I reboot my laptop( i've played that with my Sgs long enough-ok one week before discovering odin), I would like to know if there's a possibility of getting an OTA firmware update for a unbranded DBT tab or do I have to flash them the odin way and loose warranty? (no need to root my tab at the time and I'am getting sick flashing and rooting my sgs twice a month) never ever receiven an OTA update for any of my galaxy devices so I'am actualy asking if the tab updates are going to be distributed OTA or only via Kies.
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As far as i know there hasn't been a OTA update for the european 3G device, so i'm not waiting anymore. I flash updates with Odin. If you flash only official firmware, i don't see how this breaks your warranty.

Ok thanks for the info, so its back to odin for one more device. At least that way i can' thing of a single reason not to root. Guess with an DBT Tab, even outside Germany we won't get any support anyway after the Apple fiasco. So DBT sales code bye bye, EUR here I come flashin' again.
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Hi, I have baseband kg7 build number kg9. Is there any updates which i can via odin install please? if yes any link where to find? I am on a 10.1wifi 3G. ..... What a great tab! The apple ipad 2 seems 20 years old. .... i understand now why Apple, so jealous and scared of Samsung, suied and stopped the sale in several coutries of this outstanding tab....lol

Same version over here. Sameone as bought. Haven't found a newer one yet. Are you able to connect with Kies or over Kies Air? Gettin always no device found. Had the same problem with my sgs with froyo, after an upgrade everything worked. My SGS is connecting without a problem.
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I'm using KI1, you can find it there http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1262343
Works great for me. As far as i know, this is the latest firmware available.

Thx, allshare in this one?
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le_novo said:
Thx, allshare in this one?
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Yes, KI1 firmware includes AllShare app.

New Kies 2.0.3.11082_152, no firmware update on NEE

Finland, new Kies version. No firmware update -- still same offering: PDA:JVH / PHONE:JVO / CSC:JV3 (NEE)

I really hope they will give us something new. Like GTalk 2 with video support

I got the new Kies on Monday. In my experience that sometimes predates an Android update, which was promised for the end of September.

If you guys aren't using Odin, you may want to give it a try.
Once I learned about how to use Odin, I couldn't go back to Kies ever again...
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I've used Odin and tried all the custom ROMs. I decided I prefer to keep it stock. Waiting for OTA updates to kick in though...

I am in Serbia and I got the same update, but no ginger yet.. I don't want to do it myself because of the warranty,so I'm waiting for couple of months now..
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amwebby said:
I've used Odin and tried all the custom ROMs. I decided I prefer to keep it stock. Waiting for OTA updates to kick in though...
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I'm on stock currently myself. You don't need Odin for custom ROMs, there's plenty of stock already on samfirmware.com.
Kies already bricked my i9000m twice using Samsung official firmware. Samsung's response was that the firmware wasn't available for my area yet. I told them that Kies gave me the green light, and their response was still the FW wasn't approved yet. That was a PITA to get resolved.
Samfirmware.com has firmwares (including stock) that many have tried, and Odin takes the tedious waiting out too. Between waiting and 2 bricked phones from Kies, I am done with Kies forever!...
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Hmm, Samfirmwares may be stock but not necessarily official releases. I don't trust Kies although I've never had a really bad experience using it. I just want OTA updates like I used to have on my Nokia 4 years ago!

amwebby said:
Hmm, Samfirmwares may be stock but not necessarily official releases. I don't trust Kies although I've never had a really bad experience using it. I just want OTA updates like I used to have on my Nokia 4 years ago!
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There's a few that are 100% official. The rest are stock waiting for carriers to chop them up.
Honestly the only thing that you are waiting for is carrier bloatware.
BTW I used to be a Nokia e71/72 user myself...
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Luckily mine is carrier-free. Discerning the "final official" roms and installing them whilst retaining my current set up is what concerns me. Like I said, petitioning for OTA updates.

It would be best to work like google chrome browser auto update. It downloads the update, and next time you start it it installs. No questions asked... no time wasted... Always the newest firmware. OTA of course. It could work on android. Downloads update, waits for restart. When restarted if battery >60% installs. Piece of cake...

thurtig said:
Finland, new Kies version. No firmware update -- still same offering: PDA:JVH / PHONE:JVO / CSC:JV3 (NEE)
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Now I'm on JVS STOCK+ v1.5 and with this new Kies version , when I plug the phone and open the Kies, the message displayed is:
Firmware information
S/W version in your phone is not an official version.
Firmware upgrade of unofficial S/W version is not suported.
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Kies works ok but this message didn't apears in the old Kies version.
Lol

Samfireware.com does carry stock Samsung roms (it is not an official Samsung site) and they aren't official releases.
I have the 2.3.5 update from there and it is noticably quicker that the official 2.3.3. That being said kies detects the new version and says that its not official and that the upgrade service is not available for non-official versions. If samsung release an official update I might flash back to and older version then update through kies if I really had to which is no drama.
Brian

emilcioran99 said:
Now I'm on JVS STOCK+ v1.5 and with this new Kies version , when I plug the phone and open the Kies, the message displayed is:
Kies works ok but this message didn't apears in the old Kies version.
Lol
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For novice users, Samsung should just ditch Kies and go with OTAs...
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ccrows said:
For novice users, Samsung should just ditch Kies and go with OTAs...
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I noticed today the UK Samsung site has full instructions for OTA updates, which they call FOTA, for Firmware Over The Air.
The instructions were posted just after the last official update in August. Hopefully a sign that OTA is on the way.

amwebby said:
I noticed today the UK Samsung site has full instructions for OTA updates, which they call FOTA, for Firmware Over The Air.
The instructions were posted just after the last official update in August. Hopefully a sign that OTA is on the way.
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If possible can you provide link to that instruction?
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androiderrr said:
If possible can you provide link to that instruction?
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http://skp.samsungcsportal.com/integrated/popup/HtgDetailGuide.jsp?cdsite=uk&seq=7406

amwebby said:
http://skp.samsungcsportal.com/integrated/popup/HtgDetailGuide.jsp?cdsite=uk&seq=7406
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Interesting,thanks for sharing the link
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Guys, i need some help/tips about updating my Firmware. I have a samsumsung GT-I9000 with Android 2.2 (Froyo). I know that there is a newer version (2.3 or so).
I downloaded Samsung Kies but on the general information screen it doesn´t give me the option to update the firmware version, it is only showing me my firmware version (not the latest version available, neither the chance of updaiting it).
I have tryed to install the Kies in differents PCs and I had the same issue.
My GF has a Samsung 5500 (Samsung Galaxy Europe) with Android 2.1, and we had the same problem trying to (or not having the chance to) update the firmware.
My first option is to try with Kies as it is an official source (I don´t want to have troubles with the warranty), but if it is not possible let me know any other way to update our phones.
I will really appreciate any help.
Cheers,

It sounds as if your SGS is tied to a carrier, in which case you are dependent on them for their version of the upgrade.
I would contact them first. If you get no joy there your only option is to "unlock" the phone from that carrier, thus enabling Kies to give you the generic upgrade.
This is what I did. I was locked to o2, here in the UK. Upon unlocking I get the latest generic update via Kies as soon as it becomes available, which is months before o2.

New Firmware out on Kies now

Have just been offered Kl4 on kies in uk, no hacks.
Kl4 Kl1 KH2 (XEU)

What network you on pal?
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What network you on, is it KI4 2.3.4 or 2.3.5?

Just checked on my unbranded (XEU), Kies says my firmware - KI4 2.3.4 is the latest
From FUS Downloader
Product Code: GT-I9100LKAXEU
Latest firmware: I9100XWKI4/I9100XEUKH2/I9100XXKI1/I9100XWKI4
Modified: 16/09/2011 08:43:47
Filename: GT-I9100_XEU_1_20110916084335.zip.enc2

Its an unlocked phone from p4u unbranded and I'm on three, but theres no sim in the phone when I've connected. I've not downloaded it yet its still plugged in an showing. I didn't really want to be first trying it because my phone has no problems and I don't want to lose the 5x4 icon setup unless I'm forced too and I don't know whether this will do that to my phone. By the way its never been upgraded yet from its original rom of KE7 KE4 KD1.

Firstly Kies wont remove any of your apps/settings, if you have rooted the phone you will lose this. It sounds like you are being offered the upgrade to 2.3.4 which has been out a while. 2.3.5 is the one we are waiting on which is a different KI4.

Is there anyway I can check for you without going through with the full upgrade, the other day I handled a new galaxy w in p4u and that had 2.3.5 in it I took a photo of it, every write up and comment on that phone says 2.3.3. Lets hope things have moved on, but as I said in op didn't really want to try it first.

See attached

Thank you. I've been reading about the Kl4 in the discussion thread thats not officially out , I don't supposed you would care to comment on whether its worth my upgrading,whats the balance of losses and gains you find in this release as apposed to the one I've got.

It's up to you whether you want to upgrade the fw, if you're on 2.3.3 I would do it, we could new waiting a while for Samsung to release 2.3.5 on kies for unbranded phones.
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Thank you again.

Sorry tried to delete this don't know how.

I have just been offered KI4 on XEO!! I was already on KI3 and don't know if there is any major difference. Does anyone know if there is a major difference or not?
Thanks,
Antony

AntonyL said:
I have just been offered KI4 on XEO!! I was already on KI3 and don't know if there is any major difference. Does anyone know if there is a major difference or not?
Thanks,
Antony
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Read this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1310037
It seems to me that it is faster than KI3 and with better battery life.
The only difference is that it is official now!
Happy flashing!

The XXKI4 is not the same as the XWKI4. Both have been available in the firmware thread in the dev forum a while now.

Thanks for that. I have flashed and had the fastest kies flash ever. Thanks for the info.
Antony
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Anyone in the Netherlands able to update trough keys without hacks to this firmware?
Here kies says that there is non available.?

-NRG- said:
Anyone in the Netherlands able to update trough keys without hacks to this firmware?
Here kies says that there is non available.?
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Yes did so the day it came out.
Have you updated your Kies?

Nyssa1104 said:
Yes did so the day it came out.
Have you updated your Kies?
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Yes, it's the latest according to the update inf, Kies. V2.0.3.11082_152.
Phone: PDA:KI2 / PHONE:KI1 / CSC:KH1 (XEN)

samsungwarrior said:
Have just been offered Kl4 on kies in uk, no hacks.
Kl4 Kl1 KH2 (XEU)
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mate this is old firmaware is been out for weeks read other posts before u open this one

Note 10.1 2014 in U.S. taking 4.4.2 Kitkat update now SM-P600 UPDATED

Software update is processing now. I am not rooted but I will try to get the OTA captured.
Run update now folks
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EDIT: so far through this thread we have learned a few things.
1. The cellular south flash on sam mobile site is the XAR flash which is the original 4.3 US
2. The new update for US is 4.4.2 comes in at 540MB
Build number: KOT49H.P600UEUCND2
Kernel Version: 3.4.39-1146904 Sat, Apr 12th 2014
3. New icons throughout the KitKat update:
New multiwindow,
new notifications drop down window,
smaller notification icons,
all white notification icons,
definately more responsive,
multiwindow tab is gone but hold down back arrow and it appears,
multiwindow allows for a 2 app paired icon creation for easy open
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We now have reports of fixing the COO update by using Kies or by downloading the Sam Mobile Cellular South ND2 4.4.2.
Thanks everyone for contributing to this thread!

The update is coming in at 540MB and the download is slow.
The reason I waited for this OTA update is because those that flashed the COO 4.4.2 in the US/North America region might not ever get back to the proper region without a full official flash. When I looked at the sammobile firmwares there were zero 4.3 versions with a North America region on it. So I doubt we will see our 4.4.2 full flash either.
Good Luck to those that did flash the COO region update.

my updated downloaded and is installing now. Will post back with the changes.

photoamat said:
my updated downloaded and is installing now. Will post back with the changes.
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What is the benefit of having the US version over the COO one we are using now?

Looks like Samsung's servers are overloaded. My ota wont download. It says try at a later time
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Not sure yet, only 75% downloaded.
Region COO being Colombia is not US from what I have read over the last 5 days.
If I ever have to sell or warranty the unit, I foresee an easier attempt to do either with the proper region.

Yep, noticed I'm getting it as well here in Northern VA

There was an "full flash" MK1 US update, so there will be a KitKat firmware available. Everything will be fine.
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miked0602 said:
Not sure yet, only 75% downloaded.
Region COO being Colombia is not US from what I have read over the last 5 days.
If I ever have to sell or warranty the unit, I foresee an easier attempt to do either with the proper region.
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Its weird that US firmware isn't listed on Samsung firmware. Be sure to post screens of build number and so on once its done :good:
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Nothing here in Canada. I hope we get it soon

I'm happy to wait a month here in UK, let you guys (US) trial and find all the bugs and annoyances so hopefully by the time it reaches the UK it will be relatively bug free..well this is what I tell myself to make me feel better at the UK always being left out haha - will be suprised to see this here anytime soon
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TranceChaos said:
Nothing here in Canada. I hope we get it soon
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We could be in a for a wait sigh ~
Updates seem to elude canada seeing how we're still on MJ4 lol

miked0602 said:
Not sure yet, only 75% downloaded.
Region COO being Colombia is not US from what I have read over the last 5 days.
If I ever have to sell or warranty the unit, I foresee an easier attempt to do either with the proper region.
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What time did your download start. Mine started at 4:28 pm (US EDT) and I can't get it to show me a progress, it is reeeaaalllllllyyyyy slow.
UPDATE:
Just completed the download, but did not install. Where to look for the file, so I can upload it?

Finalform said:
We could be in a for a wait sigh ~
Updates seem to elude canada seeing how we're still on MJ4 lol
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Yeah no kidding! Haven't gotten any update at all since it came out.

Downloading from New York. 500+mb update
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wilsonhuang said:
Downloading from New York. 500+mb update
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Total file size is 549.37 MB. It is most definitely Kit Kat 4.4.2

The Samsung Sites both official and non, show ZERO Full flashes for the SM-P600 wifi only model at 4.3
That was what worried me about flashing to COO, if I cant find the original anywhere, how am I going to find the 4.4.2 full flash for U.S.
I am happy to report the update is 90% done.
If you want to see progress bar, just go into settings and general and about and software update and update now.

Geordie Affy said:
I'm happy to wait a month here in UK, let you guys (US) trial and find all the bugs and annoyances so hopefully by the time it reaches the UK it will be relatively bug free..well this is what I tell myself to make me feel better at the UK always being left out haha - will be suprised to see this here anytime soon
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We get punished in Canada as well ! Think you just explained why... We really need to remove your Queen from our bank notes
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kbboykin said:
What time did your download start. Mine started at 4:28 pm (US EDT) and I can't get it to show me a progress, it is reeeaaalllllllyyyyy slow.
UPDATE:
Just completed the download, but did not install. Where to look for the file, so I can upload it?
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If you are rooted the update should be in your cache folder.
I stopped rooting when the hardware caught up and now with KNOX and no carrier warranty exchanges I left the NOTE 10.1 2014 alone

miked0602 said:
If you are rooted the update should be in your cache folder.
I stopped rooting when the hardware caught up and now with KNOX and no carrier warranty exchanges I left the NOTE 10.1 2014 alone
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Not rooted, so can't upload file then, I guess.