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[Q] Update to Kit Kat Note 3

Hi, I have a Samsung Note 3 (SM-N9005) and when I bought it has Jelly Bean 4.3, now I want to update it to Kit Kat 4.4 but when a I search updates says already have the newest version, I think is because I bought it in a phone company of my country (Costa Rica) because others phones that have the same model of mine already receive Kit Kat but that are from the factory. That could be a reason why I didn't receive 4.4? If I unlock my phone I'll receive the update? Please help me. :crying:
Sorry for the bad english, I don't speak english good, like you can see xD

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PLEASEEEEEEE CAN SOMEBODY HELP ME!!!!!!!

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Rumsfeld said:
Hi, I have a Samsung Note 3 (SM-N9005) and when I bought it has Jelly Bean 4.3, now I want to update it to Kit Kat 4.4 but when a I search updates says already have the newest version, I think is because I bought it in a phone company of my country (Costa Rica) because others phones that have the same model of mine already receive Kit Kat but that are from the factory. That could be a reason why I didn't receive 4.4? If I unlock my phone I'll receive the update? Please help me. :crying:
Sorry for the bad english, I don't speak english good, like you can see xD
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First Don't Unlock bootloader if like official updates.
then what u mean by buying it from company !!!
It s Galaxy Note 3 N9005 normal version
i mean it s not something like dev edition or commercial
SO it will get update
u should check sammobile.com/firmware & live.samsung-updates.com
then see build number on about phone option and searc for ur model if update is available or not...
after All
u can simply download Stock Firmware of N9005 and flash it using Odin.
that u should search for its tutorial
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x102x96x said:
First Don't Unlock bootloader if like official updates.
then what u mean by buying it from company !!!
It s Galaxy Note 3 N9005 normal version
i mean it s not something like dev edition or commercial
SO it will get update
u should check sammobile.com/firmware & live.samsung-updates.com
then see build number on about phone option and searc for ur model if update is available or not...
after All
u can simply download Stock Firmware of N9005 and flash it using Odin.
that u should search for its tutorial
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Already go to Sammobile and SamsungUpdates and search my model and build number and the last update is Jelly Bea 4.3. So I have to wait until be available? Thank you

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Rumsfeld said:
Already go to Sammobile and SamsungUpdates and search my model and build number and the last update is Jelly Bea 4.3. So I have to wait until be available? Thank you
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yep u need to wait
don't type thanks hit it

Rumsfeld said:
Already go to Sammobile and SamsungUpdates and search my model and build number and the last update is Jelly Bea 4.3. So I have to wait until be available? Thank you
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What is your phone's CSC? I think there should be KitKat update for all CSC now.
Anyway you can check for the latest firmware for your device by installing Phone INFO ★Samsung★ --> open Menu --> Firmware Browser...
You can download the latest firmware and flash it via Odin.

[Q] Cant update via Kies. CSC doesnt match. Newbie Questions

Hello, Im new to this forum and hope not violating any rules..
I just bought Galaxy S4 i9500 and has stock 4.2.2 installed. Cant update to kitkat neither with settings, nor with KIES 2.6/3.
Kies 2.6 says " Your Device's Current firmware version is not supported to update firmware via Kies. " (see attch)
I'm total newbie with these CSC codes and nor googling helped me out with all my questions:
How to make CSC and phone sales codes match safely without flashing official rom?
I bought AFR version S4 designed for Kenya in republic of Georgia (Asia/Europe). There is no firmware designed for Georgia. So does this mean I will never be able to obtain updates OTA or via Kies?
Phone INFO and such apps didnt work coz it couldnt find "preconfig" file.. Does this mean flashing is the only way? Which websites are good for official stock firmwares?
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Hello, Im new to this forum and hope not violating any rules..
I just bought Galaxy S4 i9500 and has stock 4.2.2 installed. Cant update to kitkat neither with settings, nor with KIES 2.6/3.
My BB number is : I9500XXUBMG9
Here is my question..
1) Will this baseband region phone ever receive OTA update?
2) if NOT, then should i use services that samfirmware.com offers?
if YES, then can i install official firmware originally created for another baseband? For example can i use Russian I9500XXUGNG3 kitkat on my I9500XXUBMG9 ?
Doesnt it void waranty?
What are the risks of bricking? i mean basebands differ from each other, isnt that problem?
Also Im dissapointed with 2G call voice, sometimes i barely hear caller.. Can this be Baseband problem? I think this bmg9 baseband was originally for IRAQ carriers and im here in Georgia, which doesnt have specific baseband i guess...
I would be extremely grateful to those who answer me in this hard time ^^

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GGACH said:
Hello, Im new to this forum and hope not violating any rules..
I just bought Galaxy S4 i9500 and has stock 4.2.2 installed. Cant update to kitkat neither with settings, nor with KIES 2.6/3.
My BB number is : I9500XXUBMG9
Here is my question..
1) Will this baseband region phone ever receive OTA update?
2) if NOT, then should i use services that samfirmware.com offers?
if YES, then can i install official firmware originally created for another baseband? For example can i use Russian I9500XXUGNG3 kitkat on my I9500XXUBMG9 ?
Doesnt it void waranty?
What are the risks of bricking? i mean basebands differ from each other, isnt that problem?
Also Im dissapointed with 2G call voice, sometimes i barely hear caller.. Can this be Baseband problem? I think this bmg9 baseband was originally for IRAQ carriers and im here in Georgia, which doesnt have specific baseband i guess...
I would be extremely grateful to those who answer me in this hard time ^^
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i have the same question for my sg s4. i wanted to buy an android wear lg g watch, but unfortunately because my phone won't update to kitkat 4.4.2 and is stuck with 4.2.2 jelly bean (kies says firmware is not compatible..bla..bla, and the OTA phone update says 'firmware up to date'....i can't make the the watch work... thank you this will be much help for alot of people!

GGACH said:
Hello, Im new to this forum and hope not violating any rules..
I just bought Galaxy S4 i9500 and has stock 4.2.2 installed. Cant update to kitkat neither with settings, nor with KIES 2.6/3.
My BB number is : I9500XXUBMG9
Here is my question..
1) Will this baseband region phone ever receive OTA update?
2) if NOT, then should i use services that samfirmware.com offers?
if YES, then can i install official firmware originally created for another baseband? For example can i use Russian I9500XXUGNG3 kitkat on my I9500XXUBMG9 ?
Doesnt it void waranty?
What are the risks of bricking? i mean basebands differ from each other, isnt that problem?
Also Im dissapointed with 2G call voice, sometimes i barely hear caller.. Can this be Baseband problem? I think this bmg9 baseband was originally for IRAQ carriers and im here in Georgia, which doesnt have specific baseband i guess...
I would be extremely grateful to those who answer me in this hard time ^^
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Hi mate ,
First thing if you are in 4.2.2 is a shame to upgrade the bootloader..is Knox free
Your official updates most like it are blocked because you do not have the right CSC , download a nice little app from the market call PHONE INFO there it will tell you what your CSC is , this app can also change your CSC as long as it is available in the rom ( if you do backup first changing the CSC will do a factory reset)
Regarding your questions
1 OTA are CSC dependent
2 Samfirmware is good , and reliable you can go that way also
Second part of your questions
1 you can flash firmware for other countries , that is not a problem , BUT you may have problem with what languages are available , specific country services may not be available , no OTA
2 As long as you only flash stock rom (odin) you will not void the warranty
3 Briking is always a risk but when flashing not for different basebands
4 Maybe , for sure the right baseband would help
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pasyuj.samonte said:
i have the same question for my sg s4. i wanted to buy an android wear lg g watch, but unfortunately because my phone won't update to kitkat 4.4.2 and is stuck with 4.2.2 jelly bean (kies says firmware is not compatible..bla..bla, and the OTA phone update says 'firmware up to date'....i can't make the the watch work... thank you this will be much help for alot of people!
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Hi
Same as above check your CSC probably is for another country

OTA / CSC
First thing if you are in 4.2.2 is a shame to upgrade the bootloader..is Knox free
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I have no idea why Knox free is better ^^ i googled but not enough i guess.. does it makes problems with rooting or smthing?
Your official updates most like it are blocked because you do not have the right CSC , download a nice little app from the market call PHONE INFO there it will tell you what your CSC is , this app can also change your CSC as long as it is available in the rom ( if you do backup first changing the CSC will do a factory reset)
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Alrighty. I dw-ed two apps, both named Phone Info. I just have a questions:
If I change CSC code to USA will I get OTA updates as soon as USA citizens get it? Doesnt it depend that im outside of USA?
Is there any cons for changing CSC?
My country, is not listed in CSC codes.. Is there a way i can always get OTA updates?
1 you can flash firmware for other countries , that is not a problem , BUT you may have problem with what languages are available , specific country services may not be available , no OTA
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Wont flashing firmware change CSC too? If I install russian firmware will i be able to get OTA updates as soon as it rolls out for russia? Or will OTA completely be blocked?
Thanks a lot, and sry for late reply

GGACH said:
I have no idea why Knox free is better ^^ i googled but not enough i guess.. does it makes problems with rooting or smthing?
Alrighty. I dw-ed two apps, both named Phone Info. I just have a questions:
If I change CSC code to USA will I get OTA updates as soon as USA citizens get it? Doesnt it depend that im outside of USA?
Is there any cons for changing CSC?
My country, is not listed in CSC codes.. Is there a way i can always get OTA updates?
Wont flashing firmware change CSC too? If I install russian firmware will i be able to get OTA updates as soon as it rolls out for russia? Or will OTA completely be blocked?
Thanks a lot, and sry for late reply
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Hi,
A knox free bootloader is important if warranty some how is important for you , other wise there are the same
Regarding your first set of questions
1 Not an expert on kies but as long as all the csc inpho match it should , unless there is an issue with kies registration or IP
2 CSC give you country specifics network set ups , differnt countries have different set ups , fastdormancy , special services.......
3 you need to flash a stock rom from your country or region
Yes flashing firmware may change the csc code.

Can't update my Note 3

I flashed an official Samsung software through Odin, and after I finished, I found that I lost the IMEI number.
So I had to flash a new software through "Z3X Box" and it gives me a new IMEI. Since then every time I try to check for update I got this message:
"Failed to update software. Network or server error occurred. Try later or try using PC Kies"
Phone information:
Android version
4.4.2
Baseband version
N900XXUBMI2
Kernel version
3.4.39-694641
[email protected] #1
Tue Mar 4 14:03:13 KST 2014
Build number
KOT49H.N900XXUDNC1
SE for android status
Enforcing
SEPF_SM-N900_4.4.2_0005
Model number
Sm-n900
New IMIE
004999010640000
Old IMIE
359543056219419
Thanks for your help.

You got a Jelly Bean baseband but running a KitKat ROM. Did you try to flash a Jelly Bean ROM?
Try to install the latest (make sure you got full) KitKat firmware onto your phone via Odin.

mashkuov said:
I flashed an official Samsung software through Odin, and after I finished, I found that I lost the IMEI number.
So I had to flash a new software through "Z3X Box" and it gives me a new IMEI. Since then every time I try to check for update I got this message:
"Failed to update software. Network or server error occurred. Try later or try using PC Kies"
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Curiously how the IMEI can be lost if you flashed the stock firmware via Odin?
What is your CSC? Download the stock firmware for your CSC and flash again via Odin.

Someguyfromhell said:
You got a Jelly Bean baseband but running a KitKat ROM. Did you try to flash a Jelly Bean ROM?
Try to install the latest (make sure you got full) KitKat firmware onto your phone via Odin.
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Can you help me finding the right one please? thanks.

mashkuov said:
Can you help me finding the right one please? thanks.
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Install Phone INFO ★Samsung★ app > Menu > 'Firmware Browser'.
The latest firmware will be listed on the top.

vndnguyen said:
Install Phone INFO ★Samsung★ app > Menu > 'Firmware Browser'.
The latest firmware will be listed on the top.
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Many thanks.

Thanks

Did this work with you using the Phone INFO ★Samsung★ app ??
is it safe ??
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Did this work with you using the Phone INFO ★Samsung★ app ??
is it safe ??

2014 last post so who are you asking ??
The app is safe and in use on xda .

I am from india and message come "Processing Failed" when I click About > Software Update. I Currently Use Kitkat 4.4.2 and I Want to Update Lollipop so Any Solution.

did you root your device or installed custome firmware or recovery?
if so, you need to flash you device with oding using a PC.

I Not Root My Note 3 N9005 And I Buy From Ebay India.I am From India.I Can Not Able To See CSC Number. No One Have Solution For This Problem .Any Solution For Safe Flashing Processing. My Phone Is Unlock Also Working India 4G Network. Kitkat is Old Now so I want To Update Lollipop because Phone Capable for Lollipop.

sammobile dot com and your model and network .
Flash through Odin
SEE YOUR IDENTICAL POSTS .
https://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/database/SM-N9005/

Dear Friend N9005ZHUENH4 My Baseband Number And I Not Find Any Matches Firewarm.Help For Find Right Firewarm

Baseband is not firmware.
Sent from my SM-N930F using XDA-Developers Legacy app
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JJEgan said:
Baseband is not firmware.
Sent from my SM-N930F using XDA-Developers Legacy app
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N9005 not for India /no India firmware.
Suggest you find an Indian forum for workaround .
Sent from my SM-N930F using XDA-Developers Legacy app

RupeshRN said:
Dear Friend N9005ZHUENH4 My Baseband Number And I Not Find Any Matches Firewarm.Help For Find Right Firewarm
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According to your baseband, your csc is most likely TGY.
Your Note 3 is the Hong Kong model with 16Go of internal storage.
You can't flash the international stock firmware wich is meant to 32Go storage.
As JJEgan said, look for the TGY firmware at sammobile.

After Flash Hong Kong Firewarm in India Network Come . because My Phone Is Unlock.
My Phone Have 32 GB Internal Storage.

[Q] Where's my 'Unlocked UK' galaxy note 4 lollipop update ?

Hi,
I've bought a new unlocked Samsung Galaxy Note 4, and I thought it did receive the lollipop update by now.. but when I checked if there's an update or not, it says to me that I got the latest update !!
I've got the KitKat 4.4.4 and my baseband version is N910FXXU1ANK4.
does this seems to be right or there's something wrong with my device ?!
I want to mention that in the beginning I put a non-UK sim and it said to me that the device is locked 'I think because I have to put a UK sim first', then when I change it to a UK sim it worked normally ... can this be the reason of not getting the update ?

Have you connected it through Kies yet? That's how I updated mine

jayjayuno said:
Have you connected it through Kies yet? That's how I updated mine
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yes I tried this ! and it said the same 'you got the latest ... etc'
may I ask when did you get yours ?

yaraa said:
I've bought a new unlocked Samsung Galaxy Note 4, and I thought it did receive the lollipop update by now.. but when I checked if there's an update or not, it says to me that I got the latest update !!
I've got the KitKat 4.4.4 and my baseband version is N910FXXU1ANK4.
does this seems to be right or there's something wrong with my device ?!
I want to mention that in the beginning I put a non-UK sim and it said to me that the device is locked 'I think because I have to put a UK sim first', then when I change it to a UK sim it worked normally ... can this be the reason of not getting the update ?
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any one ?

The Vodafone Lollipop rom has been released ahead of the BTU (Network Free) rom.

Do you use the preinstalled network bloat? If not, then why not download an unbranded 5.0.1 from samfirmware. The DBT should be still the same, just change the language to English during setup...

Yup I bought the UK (international) unlocked version last week, and mine is still on kit kat 4.4.4. Keeps saying this is the latest version. I did email Samsung asking if they could just clear the confusion for me as to whether the lollipop update had been released yet. They just replied with instructions on how to go to settings and check for updates. I replied saying that was not what I asked. I know how to check for updates, I'm not thick. I just wanted to know if android 5 had been released for the unlocked unbranded version. Still waiting for reply ?
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xdm9mm said:
Do you use the preinstalled network bloat? If not, then why not download an unbranded 5.0.1 from samfirmware. The DBT should be still the same, just change the language to English during setup...
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Can you do this without root and not tripping the knox counter. If so how [emoji14]

dannybee1 said:
Y
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Can you do this without root and not tripping the knox counter. If so how [emoji14]
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Yes, you don't need root and it will NOT trip knox. Download the firmware from samfirmware.com, on the download page, there is an instruction. It is very simple and easy.

If you look at sammobile.com it seems half the world has the update. Samsung doing a lousy job of keeping us updated.

magichoward said:
If you look at sammobile.com it seems half the world has the update. Samsung doing a lousy job of keeping us updated.
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Is there any way to extract the CSC and just install this? I already have BOC4 which I believe is Netherlands, so just want the UK CSC

Which stock lollipop firmware for SM-N900?

I need latest firmware for stock lollipop mobile.
My phone was not bought from other country, Vietnam I guess.
But I m located in India.
I have been playing with leaked lollipop till day, which seems to be comparatively buggy and battery drainer.
Can someone let me know right firmware to download?
I am attaching a screenshot of that can help.
I will appreciate if someone can provide me latest version on mega. Co. Nz or other alternatives.

IODroids said:
I need latest firmware for stock lollipop mobile.
My phone was not bought from other country, Vietnam I guess.
But I m located in India.
I have been playing with leaked lollipop till day, which seems to be comparatively buggy and battery drainer.
Can someone let me know right firmware to download?
I am attaching a screenshot of that can help.
I will appreciate if someone can provide me latest version on mega. Co. Nz or other alternatives.
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Install this APP and add all screenshots for help you better (IMEI not necessary).

This are screenshots.

I m also confused why there are soo many different baseband or firmwares for SM-N900?
How do I know which is best for me?
I need to install l23 by Dr.ketan hence looking for latest stock lollipop rom first.

IODroids said:
This are screenshots.
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Best is STOCK always. Samsung fixed somethings in this latest firmware. HERE we go :highfive:. You don't need install anything before, only flash this firmware via ODIN like always.

IODroids said:
I m also confused why there are soo many different baseband or firmwares for SM-N900?
How do I know which is best for me?
I need to install l23 by Dr.ketan hence looking for latest stock lollipop rom first.
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Just Flash L23 by Dr ketan..it's buttery smooth and battery backup is also improved
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One more thing are u on stock kit kat or lollipop firmware
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Thanks for the link Joku1981, was looking since ages.
constantine23, I am on first russian leaked lollipop
updated to l22 from same.