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Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (LTE-A) N900S users who wish to root and install ClockworkMod Recovery (CWM) on their devices, may follow our step-by-step guide below.

This tutorial uses CWM recovery released by Senior Member of XDA-Developers, Chenglu.

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 Note 3 on your 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 CWM recovery works only on the Korean version of Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N900S). Applying this on any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Note 3 by selecting Settings >> About Phone.

Files Required
1. CWM (Mirror Link)
2. SuperSU (UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.91.zip) or the latest version
3. Odin 3.07 (Mirror Link)

Steps to Install CWM Recovery on Galaxy Note 3 (LTE-A) N900S
Step 1: Extract the Odin 3.07 .zip file using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool.
Step 2: Copy the SuperSU .zip file to the SD card of your phone.
Step 3: Switch off the Galaxy Note 3. Then 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 4: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
Step 5: 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.

Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

Step 6: In Odin, click the PDA button and select the CWM recovery .tar file. Verify that Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes are selected. Also, ensure the Re-Partition option is NOT selected.
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.

Steps to Root Galaxy Note 3 (LTE-A) N900S via CWM Recovery
Step 9: Reboot the device into CWM recovery by pressing and holding Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together.
Step 10: In CWM recovery, select "install zip from sdcard" and then select "choose zip from sdcard". Now, navigate to the SuperSU .zip file that you copied earlier and confirm the installation by selecting Yes.
Step 11: Once the installation process completes, return to main recovery menu and select "reboot system now".

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (LTE-A) N900S 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: This method will trip the KNOX warranty void status.

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

Read also:

• How to Update Galaxy Note 3 (LTE-A) N900S with Android 4.4.2 KSUENB3 KitKat Official Firmware
• How to Root Galaxy Note 3 (All Variants) on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean Firmware

Korean version of Samsung Galaxy Note 3 with LTE-A network support (SM-N900S) has already received Android 4.4.2 KitKat update with base firmware N900SKSUENB3. The new official firmware is now available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

Firmware details
PDA: N900SKSUENB3
CSC: N900SSKTENB3
MODEM: N900SKSUENAA
Version: Android 4.4.2
Build date: Feb 05, 2014
Regions: South Korea

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (LTE-A) N900S 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. Go to Settings >> About Phone. Tap on Build Number several times till the message shows "You are now a Developer". Then enable USB debugging 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 KSUENB3 KitKat firmware is compatible only with the Korean version of Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N900S). 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 KSUENB3 KitKat Firmware (Mirror Link)
2. Odin 3.07 (Mirror Link)

Steps to Update Galaxy Note 3 (LTE-A) N900S with Android 4.4.2 KSUENB3 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.

Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted N900SKSUENB3 firmware folder:

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 with LTE connectivity has received the latest Android 4.4.2 KitKat update with firmware build number N9005XXUENB3. The new official firmware is now available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

Firmware details
PDA: N9005XXUENB3
CSC: N9005OXXENB1
MODEM: N9005XXUENB1
Version: Android 4.4.2
Build date: Feb 08, 2014
Regions: Poland

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. Go to Settings >> About Phone. Tap on Build Number several times till the message shows "You are now a Developer". Then enable USB debugging 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 XXUENB3 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 XXUENB3 KitKat Firmware (Mirror Link 1, Link 2)
2. Odin 3.07 (Mirror Link)

Steps to Update Galaxy Note 3 (LTE) N9005 with Android 4.4.2 XXUENB3 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.

Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted N9005XXUENB3 firmware folder:

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 N900 users who wish to root and install ClockworkMod (CWM) or Team Win Recovery Project (TWRP) on their devices, may follow our step-by-step guide below.

This tutorial uses CWM/TWRP recovery released by TeamWin and Senior Member of XDA-Developers, Chenglu. The custom recoveries allows Galaxy Note 3 users to root their devices without any difficulty.

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 Note 3 on your 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 CWM/TWRP recovery works only on the Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N900). Applying these on any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Note 3 by selecting Settings >> About Phone.

Files Required
1. CWM (Mirror Link) or TWRP (Mirror Link)
2. SuperSu (UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.91.zip) or the latest version
3. Odin 3.07 (Mirror Link)

Steps to Install CWM/TWRP Recovery on Galaxy Note 3 N900
Step 1: Extract the Odin 3.07 .zip file using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool.
Step 2: Copy the SuperSU .zip file to the SD card of your phone.
Step 3: Switch off the Galaxy Note 3. Then 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 4: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
Step 5: 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.

Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

Step 6: In Odin, click the PDA button and select the CWM/TWRP recovery .tar file. Verify that Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes are selected. Also, ensure the Re-Partition option is NOT selected.
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.

Steps to Root Galaxy Note 3 N900 via CWM Recovery
Step 9: Reboot the device into CWM recovery by pressing and holding Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together.
Step 10: In CWM recovery, select "install zip from sdcard" and then select "choose zip from sdcard". Now, navigate to the SuperSU .zip file that you copied earlier and confirm the installation by selecting Yes.
Step 11: Once the installation process completes, return to main recovery menu and select "reboot system now".

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 N900 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: This method will trip the KNOX warranty void status.

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

Click here to know How to Update Galaxy Note 3 N900 with Android 4.4.2 KitKat official firmware.

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (LTE) N9005 users who wish to root and install ClockworkMod (CWM) or Team Win Recovery Project (TWRP) on their devices, may follow our step-by-step guide below.

This tutorial uses CWM/TWRP recovery released by TeamWin and Senior Member of XDA-Developers, Chenglu. The custom recoveries allows Galaxy Note 3 users to root their devices without any difficulty.

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 Note 3 on your 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 CWM/TWRP recovery works only on the LTE version of Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9005). Applying these on any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the model number of the Galaxy Note 3 by selecting Settings >> About Phone.

Files Required
1. CWM (Mirror Link) or TWRP (Mirror Link)
2. SuperSu (UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.91.zip) or the latest version
3. Odin 3.07 (Mirror Link)

Steps to Install CWM/TWRP Recovery on Galaxy Note 3 (LTE) N9005
Step 1: Extract the Odin 3.07 .zip file using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool.
Step 2: Copy the SuperSU .zip file to the SD card of your phone.
Step 3: Switch off the Galaxy Note 3. Then 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 4: Run Odin on the computer as an Administrator.
Step 5: 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.

Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

Step 6: In Odin, click the PDA button and select the CWM/TWRP recovery .tar file. Verify that Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes are selected. Also, ensure the Re-Partition option is NOT selected.
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.

Steps to Root Galaxy Note 3 (LTE) N9005 via CWM Recovery
Step 9: Reboot the device into CWM recovery by pressing and holding Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together.
Step 10: In CWM recovery, select "install zip from sdcard" and then select "choose zip from sdcard". Now, navigate to the SuperSU .zip file that you copied earlier and confirm the installation by selecting Yes.
Step 11: Once the installation process completes, return to main recovery menu and select "reboot system now".

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (LTE) N9005 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: This method will trip the KNOX warranty void status.

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

Click here to know How to Update Galaxy Note 3 (LTE) N9005 with Android 4.4.2 KitKat official firmware.

Samsung has just started to roll out Android 4.4.2 KitKat update for the Galaxy Note 3 with model number SM-N900. The new official firmware is now available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 N900 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. The CF-Auto-Root file allowing Galaxy Note 3 users to root their devices easily without depending on the firmware. It completely supports Android 4.4.2 KitKat and future firmware as well. 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 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. 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 CF-Auto-Root file works only on the Samsung 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. CF-Auto-Root for Galaxy Note 3 N900 (CF-Auto-Root-ha3g-ha3gxx-smn900.zip)
2. Odin 3.07 (Mirror Link)

Steps to Root Galaxy Note 3 N900 Running on Android 4.4.2 KitKat Firmware
Step 1: Extract CF-Auto-Root and Odin 3.07 files using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool.
Step 2: Switch off the Galaxy Note 3. Then 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 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.

Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

Step 5: In Odin, click the PDA button and select the CF-Auto-Root-ha3g-ha3gxx-smn900.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 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 your device from the computer.

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 N900 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.

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

Click here to know How to Update Galaxy Note 3 N900 with Android 4.4.2 XXUDNA6 KitKat official firmware.

Samsung has finally started rolling out the Android 4.4.2 KitKat update for the Exynos 5 octa-core variant of the Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N900). The new official firmware is currently available for users in Russia as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

Firmware details
PDA: N900XXUDNA6
CSC: N900SERDNA6
MODEM: N900XXUDNA1
Version: Android 4.4.2
Build date: Jan 14, 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 XXUDNA6 KitKat firmware is compatible only with the Galaxy Note 3 with model number 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 XXUDNA6 KitKat Firmware (Mirror Link 1, Link 2, Link 3, Link 4)
2. Odin 3.07 (Mirror Link)

Other regions: Southeast Asian (Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand), India

Steps to Update Galaxy Note 3 N900 with Android 4.4.2 XXUDNA6 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.

Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted N900XXUDNA6 firmware folder:

Samsung Galaxy S4 I9505 users who have already updated their devices with Android 4.4.2 XXUFNA5 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 the 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. CF-Auto-Root for Galaxy S4 I9505 (CF-Auto-Root-jflte-jfltexx-gti9505.zip)
2. Odin 3.07 (Mirror Link)

Steps to Root Galaxy S4 I9505 Running on Android 4.4.2 XXUFNA5 KitKat Firmware
Step 1: Extract CF-Auto-Root and Odin 3.07 files using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool.
Step 2: Switch off the Galaxy S4. Then 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 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.

Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

Step 5: In Odin, click the PDA 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 your device from computer.

Samsung Galaxy S4 I9505 running on Android 4.4.2 XXUFNA5 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.

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

Click here to know How to Update Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 with leaked Android 4.4.2 XXUFNA5 KitKat test firmware.

Another Android 4.4.2 KitKat test firmware has been leaked for the Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 variant of the Samsung Galaxy S4 (LTE) bearing model number GT-I9505.

Firmware details
PDA: I9505XXUFNA5
CSC: I9505OXAFNA5
MODEM: I9505XXUFNA5
Version: Android 4.4.2
Build date: Jan 14, 2014
Regions: Open Europe

According to SamMobile report, the Android 4.4.2 XXUFNA5 KitKat test firmware brings a host of bug-fixes and feature enhancements over its previous test build.

Samsung Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 users can now update their devices with the leaked version of Android 4.4.2 KitKat firmware by following the tutorial below.

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 XXUFNA5 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 XXUFNA5 KitKat Firmware for Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505
2. Odin 3.09 (Mirror Link)

Steps to Update Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 with Android 4.4.2 XXUFNA5 KitKat Firmware
Step 1: Extract Firmware zip file using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool.
Step 2: Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.09.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.

Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

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 currently available as an Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (LTE) N9005 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 Driver for Samsung Galaxy Note 3 on the computer.
2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone. Go to Settings >> About Phone. Tap on Build Number several times till the message shows "You are now a Developer". Then enable USB debugging 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 CF-Auto-Root file works only on 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. CF-Auto-Root for Galaxy Note 3 (LTE) N9005 (CF-Auto-Root-hlte-hltexx-smn9005.zip)
2. Odin 3.07 (Mirror Link)

Steps to Root Galaxy Note 3 (LTE) N9005 Running on Android 4.4.2 KitKat Firmware
Step 1: Extract CF-Auto-Root and Odin 3.07 files using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool.
Step 2: Switch off the Galaxy Note 3. Then 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 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.

Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

Step 5: In Odin, click the PDA button and select the CF-Auto-Root-hlte-hltexx-smn9005.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 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 your device from the computer.

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (LTE) N9005 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: This method will trip the KNOX warranty void status.

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

Click here to know How to Update Galaxy Note 3 (LTE) N9005 with Android 4.4.2 XXUENA6 KitKat official firmware.

Samsung has just started to roll out the Android 4.4.2 KitKat update for the Snapdragon variant of Galaxy Note 3 bearing model number 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: N9005XXUENA6
CSC: N9005OXXENA5
MODEM: N9005XXUENA2
Version: Android 4.4.2
Build date: Jan 09, 2014
Regions: Poland, Baltic

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. Go to Settings >> About Phone. Tap on Build Number several times till the message shows "You are now a Developer". Then enable USB debugging 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 XXUENA6 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 XXUENA6 KitKat Firmware (Mirror Link 1, Link 2)
2. Odin 3.07 (Mirror Link)

Other regions: Southeast Asian (Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines), Netherlands

Steps to Update Galaxy Note 3 (LTE) N9005 with Android 4.4.2 XXUENA6 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.

Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

Step 7: Select the following files in Odin from extracted N9005XXUENA6 firmware folder:

Samsung Galaxy S4 I9505 users who have already updated their devices with Android 4.4.2 XXUFNA1 KitKat, may root their devices using the tutorial below.

This tutorial uses CF-Auto-Root file released by Elite 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 the 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. CF-Auto-Root for Galaxy S4 I9505 (CF-Auto-Root-jflte-jfltexx-gti9505.zip)
2. Odin 3.07 (Mirror Link)

Steps to Root Galaxy S4 I9505 Running on Android 4.4.2 XXUFNA1 KitKat Firmware
Step 1: Extract CF-Auto-Root and Odin 3.07 files using winrar/7zip/winzip or any other extracting tool.
Step 2: Switch off the Galaxy S4. Then 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 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.

Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

Step 5: In Odin, click the PDA 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 your device from computer.

Samsung Galaxy S4 I9505 running on Android 4.4.2 XXUFNA1 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.

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

Click here to know How to Update Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 with leaked Android 4.4.2 XXUFNA1 KitKat test firmware.

The Android 4.4.2 KitKat test firmware with firmware build number I9505XXUFNA1 has been leaked for the LTE version of Samsung Galaxy S4 with model number GT-I9505.

Firmware details
PDA: I9505XXUFNA1
CSC: I9505OXAFNA1
MODEM: I9505XXUFNA1
Version: Android 4.4.2
Build date: Jan 2, 2014
Regions: Open Europe

Samsung Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 users can now update their devices with the leaked version of Android 4.4.2 KitKat firmware by following the tutorial below.

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 XXUFNA1 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 XXUFNA1 KitKat Firmware for Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505
2. Odin 3.09 (Mirror Link)

Steps to Update Galaxy S4 (LTE) I9505 with Android 4.4.2 XXUFNA1 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.
Step 2: Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.09.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.

Note: If the Added message does not appear, then try re-install USB drivers or changing the port on the computer.

Google Nexus 10 has just started receiving the latest Android 4.4.1 Kitkat OTA update with build version KOT49E.

Note: You can manually download the OTA for the Nexus 10 directly from Google's Update Servers and follow our step-by-step guide to install the update manually.

Nexus 10 users who have already updated their devices with Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat, may root their devices using the tutorial below.

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. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the tablet. Go to Settings >> About Phone. Tap on Build Number several times till the message shows "You are now a Developer". Exit from "About Phone" and find the "Developer Options" settings. Enable USB debugging.
3. The Nexus 10 bootloader should be unlocked.
4. Ensure the battery of the tablet is charged more than 80 percent.
5. The CWM/TWRP Recovery and SuperSU files compatible only with the Nexus 10. Applying these on any incorrect variant will brick the device. Verify the model number of the Nexus 10 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

Files Required
1. Android SDK
2. Fastboot
3. CWM or TWRP Recovery
4. SuperSU (UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.75.zip) or the latest version

Steps to Root Nexus 10 Running on Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat and Install CWM/TWRP Recovery
Step 1: Install the Android SDK. The package includes the necessary drivers for connecting your tablet to the computer, which is mandatory for the rooting process.
Step 2: Extract the Fastboot .zip file using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool and copy it to the android-sdk-windowsplatform-tools directory on the computer.
Step 3: Copy the CWM or TWRP .img file to the android-sdk-windowsplatform-tools directory on the computer.
Step 4: Connect the Nexus 10 to the computer using USB cable. Then copy the SuperSU .zip file to the SD card of your tablet.
Step 5: Switch off the Nexus 10. Then boot the device into fastboot mode by pressing and holding Volume Up, Volume Down, and Power buttons together.
Step 6: Navigate to android-sdk-windowsplatform-tools directory and open Command Prompt (Shift + Right-click >> Open Command Prompt). Then run the following command:

fastboot flash recovery recovery-clockwork-touch-6.0.4.3-manta.img

Step 7: Once completed, choose RECOVERY from the Fastboot menu and enter Recovery Mode.
Step 8: In CWM Recovery, select "install zip from sdcard" and then select "choose zip from sdcard". Now, navigate to the SuperSU .zip file that you copied earlier and confirm the installation by selecting Yes.
Step 9: Once the installation process completes, return to main recovery menu and select "reboot system now".

Nexus 10 running on Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat is now rooted successfully. Open the app drawer of the Nexus 10 and look for an app called SuperSU. Verify the root status of the device by downloading Root Checker app from Google Play Store.

Click here to know How to Update Nexus 10 with Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat.

Google has rolled out the latest Android 4.4.1 KitKat OTA update with build number KOT49E for the Nexus 10.

Nexus 10 users who missed the OTA update notification or cannot wait for its official release, may follow our step-by-step guide to install the update manually.

Pre-requisites
1. Install the Android SDK. The package includes the necessary drivers for connecting Nexus 10 to the computer.
2. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
3. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the tablet. Go to Settings >> About Phone. Tap on Build Number several times till the message shows "You are now a Developer". Exit from "About Phone" and find the "Developer Options" settings. Enable USB debugging.
4. Ensure the battery of the tablet is charged more than 80 percent.
5. The Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat file is compatible only with the Nexus 10 running on Android 4.4 KRT16S KitKat. Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the device model number by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

File Required
1. Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat for Nexus 10

File name: bab270d1d4d935e31f61b1dcf2e66600006c87f7.signed-mantaray-KOT49E-from-KRT16S.bab270d1.zip
MD5 sum: E1666BC7C012389EDDE3A88DD04AD6EA
Size: 51.3 MB

Steps to Update Nexus 10 (Non-Rooted) with Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat
Note: Make sure your Nexus 10 is NOT rooted and has stock recovery.

Step 1: Rename the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat .zip file to update.zip.
Step 2: Connect the Nexus 10 to the computer using USB cable. Then copy the update.zip file to the SD card of your tablet. Make sure the file is in the root folder.
Step 3: Switch off the Nexus 10. Then boot the device into Fastboot mode by pressing and holding Volume Up and Power buttons together.
Step 4: Follow the on-screen navigation instructions. Then press Volume Up button several times to enter Recovery Mode. An exclamation mark should now appear on the screen. Press and hold the Volume Up and Power buttons together to enter Recovery Mode.
Step 5: Select "update from SD card" option and then navigate to the update.zip file that you copied earlier and confirm the installation by pressing the Power button. The installation should now begin.
Step 6: Once the installation process completes, your tablet will boot automatically. It may take about 5 minutes to complete.

Nexus 10 should be now updated with the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

Steps to Update Nexus 10 (Rooted) with Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat
Note: Make sure you have ClockworkMod recovery installed on the Nexus 10.

Step 1: Connect the Nexus 10 to the computer using USB cable. Then copy the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat .zip file to the SD card of your tablet. Make sure the file is in the root folder.
Step 2: Switch off the Nexus 10. Then boot the device into Fastboot mode by pressing and holding Volume Up and Power buttons together.
Step 3: Follow the on-screen navigation instructions. Then press Volume Up button several times to enter Recovery Mode.
Step 4: In CWM Recovery, select "flash zip from SD card" and then select "choose zip from sdcard". Then navigate to the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat .zip file that you copied earlier and confirm the installation by pressing the Power button. The installation should now begin.
Step 5: Once the installation process completes, return to main Recovery Menu and select "reboot system now". Your tablet will boot now and it may take about 5 minutes to complete.

Nexus 10 should be now updated with the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

Click here to know How to Root Nexus 10 running on Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat and Install CWM/TWRP Recovery.

Google has just released Android 4.4.1 Kitkat OTA update with build version KOT49E for the Wi-Fi version of the Nexus 7 (2013).

Note: You can manually download the OTA for the Nexus 7 (2013) Wi-Fi directly from Google's Update Servers and follow our step-by-step guide to install the update manually.

Nexus 7 (2013) Wi-Fi users who have already updated their devices with Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat, may root their devices using the tutorial below.

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. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
2. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the tablet. Go to Settings >> About Phone. Tap on Build Number several times till the message shows "You are now a Developer". Exit from "About Phone" and find the "Developer Options" settings. Enable USB debugging.
3. The Nexus 7 bootloader should be unlocked.
4. Ensure the battery of the tablet is charged more than 80 percent.
5. The CWM/TWRP Recovery and SuperSU files compatible only with the Wi-Fi version of Nexus 7 (2013). Applying these on any incorrect variant will brick the device. Verify the model number of the Nexus 7 by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

Files Required
1. Android SDK
2. Fastboot
3. CWM or TWRP Recovery
4. SuperSU (UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.75.zip) or the latest version

Steps to Root Nexus 7 (2013) Wi-Fi Running on Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat and Install CWM/TWRP Recovery
Step 1: Install the Android SDK. The package includes the necessary drivers for connecting your tablet to the computer, which is mandatory for the rooting process.
Step 2: Extract the Fastboot .zip file using WinRAR/7-Zip/WinZip or any other extracting tool and copy it to the android-sdk-windowsplatform-tools directory on the computer.
Step 3: Copy the CWM or TWRP .img file to the android-sdk-windowsplatform-tools directory on the computer.
Step 4: Connect the Nexus 7 to the computer using USB cable. Then copy the SuperSU .zip file to the SD card of your tablet.
Step 5: Switch off the Nexus 7. Then boot the device into fastboot mode by pressing and holding Volume Up, Volume Down, and Power buttons together.
Step 6: Navigate to android-sdk-windowsplatform-tools directory and open Command Prompt (Shift + Right-click >> Open Command Prompt). Then run the following command:

fastboot flash recovery recovery-clockwork-touch-6.0.4.3-grouper.img

Step 7: Once completed, choose RECOVERY from the Fastboot menu and enter Recovery Mode.
Step 8: In CWM Recovery, select "install zip from sdcard" and then select "choose zip from sdcard". Now, navigate to the SuperSU .zip file that you copied earlier and confirm the installation by selecting Yes.
Step 9: Once the installation process completes, return to main recovery menu and select "reboot system now".

Nexus 7 (2013) Wi-Fi running on Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat is now rooted successfully. Open the app drawer of the Nexus 7 and look for an app called SuperSU. Verify the root status of the device by downloading Root Checker app from Google Play Store.

Click here to know How to Update Nexus 7 (2013) Wi-Fi with Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat.

Google Nexus 5 has already received the latest Android 4.4.1 KitKat OTA update with build number KOT49E.

Nexus 5 users who missed the OTA update notification or cannot wait for its official release, may follow our step-by-step guide to install the update manually.

Pre-requisites
1. Install the Android SDK. The package includes the necessary drivers for connecting Nexus 5 to the computer.
2. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
3. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone. Go to Settings >> About Phone. Tap on Build Number several times till the message shows "You are now a Developer". Exit from "About Phone" and find the "Developer Options" settings. Enable USB debugging.
4. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
5. The Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat file is compatible only with the Nexus 5 running on Android 4.4 KRT16M KitKat. Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the device model number by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

File Required
1. Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat for Nexus 5

File name: 7ed504f678cea49ecf0974e8cd956e2974e3f943.signed-hammerhead-KOT49E-from-KRT16M.7ed504f6.zip
MD5 sum: d465ab3e78e3d99708687cfb1abf1f14
Size: 54 MB

Steps to Update Nexus 5 (Non-Rooted) with Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat
Note: Make sure your Nexus 5 is NOT rooted and has stock recovery.

Step 1: Rename the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat .zip file to update.zip.
Step 2: Connect the Nexus 5 to the computer using USB cable. Then copy the update.zip file to the SD card of your phone. Make sure the file is in the root folder.
Step 3: Switch off the Nexus 5. Then boot the device into Fastboot mode by pressing and holding Volume Up and Power buttons together.
Step 4: Follow the on-screen navigation instructions. Then press Volume Up button several times to enter Recovery Mode. An exclamation mark should now appear on the screen. Press and hold the Volume Up and Power buttons together to enter Recovery Mode.
Step 5: Select "update from SD card" option and then navigate to the update.zip file that you copied earlier and confirm the installation by pressing the Power button. The installation should now begin.
Step 6: Once the installation process completes, your phone will boot automatically. It may take about 5 minutes to complete.

Nexus 5 should be now updated with the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

Steps to Update Nexus 5 (Rooted) with Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat
Note: Make sure you have ClockworkMod recovery installed on the Nexus 5.

Step 1: Connect the Nexus 5 to the computer using USB cable. Then copy the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat .zip file to the SD card of your phone. Make sure the file is in the root folder.
Step 2: Switch off the Nexus 5. Then boot the device into Fastboot mode by pressing and holding Volume Up and Power buttons together.
Step 3: Follow the on-screen navigation instructions. Then press Volume Up button several times to enter Recovery Mode.
Step 4: In CWM Recovery, select "flash zip from SD card" and then select "choose zip from sdcard". Then navigate to the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat .zip file that you copied earlier and confirm the installation by pressing the Power button. The installation should now begin.
Step 5: Once the installation process completes, return to main Recovery Menu and select "reboot system now". The phone will boot now and it may take about 5 minutes to complete.

Nexus 5 should be now updated with the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

Click here to know How to Root Nexus 5 running on Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat and Install CWM/TWRP Recovery.

Google Nexus 7 (2013) with LTE connectivity has already received Android 4.4.1 Kitkat update with build version KOT49E.

Nexus 7 (2013) LTE users who missed the OTA update notification or cannot wait for its official release, may follow our step-by-step guide to install the update manually.

Pre-requisites
1. Install the Android SDK. The package includes the necessary drivers for connecting Nexus 7 to the computer.
2. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
3. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the tablet. Go to Settings >> About Phone. Tap on Build Number several times till the message shows "You are now a Developer". Exit from "About Phone" and find the "Developer Options" settings. Enable USB debugging.
4. Ensure the battery of the tablet is charged more than 80 percent.
5. The Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat file is compatible only with the LTE version of the Nexus 7 (2013) running on Android 4.4 KRT16S KitKat. Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the device model number by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

File Required
1. Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat for Nexus 7 (2013) LTE

File name: b5559302dc8273444cb8234b5a6c22c863441e84.signed-razorg-KOT49E-from-KRT16S.b5559302.zip
MD5 sum: 5f03567aacd654db41371b2769b306d7
Size: 52.8MB

Steps to Update Nexus 7 (2013) LTE (Non-Rooted) with Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat
Note: Make sure your Nexus 7 is NOT rooted and has stock recovery.

Step 1: Rename the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat .zip file to update.zip.
Step 2: Connect the Nexus 7 to the computer using USB cable. Then copy the update.zip file to the SD card of your tablet. Make sure the file is in the root folder.
Step 3: Switch off the Nexus 7. Then boot the device into Fastboot mode by pressing and holding Volume Up and Power buttons together.
Step 4: Follow the on-screen navigation instructions. Then press Volume Up button several times to enter Recovery Mode. An exclamation mark should now appear on the screen. Press and hold the Volume Up and Power buttons together to enter Recovery Mode.
Step 5: Select "update from SD card" option and then navigate to the update.zip file that you copied earlier and confirm the installation by pressing the Power button. The installation should now begin.
Step 6: Once the installation process completes, your tablet will boot automatically. It may take about 5 minutes to complete.

Nexus 7 (2013) LTE should be now updated with the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

Steps to Update Nexus 7 (2013) LTE (Rooted) with Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat
Note: Make sure you have ClockworkMod recovery installed on the Nexus 7.

Step 1: Connect the Nexus 7 to the computer using USB cable. Then copy the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat .zip file to the SD card of your tablet. Make sure the file is in the root folder.
Step 2: Switch off the Nexus 7. Then boot the device into Fastboot mode by pressing and holding Volume Up and Power buttons together.
Step 3: Follow the on-screen navigation instructions. Then press Volume Up button several times to enter Recovery Mode.
Step 4: In CWM Recovery, select "flash zip from SD card" and then select "choose zip from sdcard". Then navigate to the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat .zip file that you copied earlier and confirm the installation by pressing the Power button. The installation should now begin.
Step 5: Once the installation process completes, return to main Recovery Menu and select "reboot system now". Your tablet will boot now and it may take about 5 minutes to complete.

Nexus 7 (2013) LTE should be now updated with the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

Click here to know How to Root Nexus 7 (2013) Mobile running on Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat and Install CWM/TWRP Recovery.

Google has just released the latest Android 4.4.1 KitKat OTA update with build version KOT49E for the Nexus 4.

Nexus 4 users who missed the OTA update notification or cannot wait for its official release, may follow our step-by-step guide to install the update manually.

Pre-requisites
1. Install the Android SDK. The package includes the necessary drivers for connecting Nexus 4 to the computer.
2. Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
3. Enable USB Debugging Mode on the phone. Go to Settings >> About Phone. Tap on Build Number several times till the message shows "You are now a Developer". Exit from "About Phone" and find the "Developer Options" settings. Enable USB debugging.
4. Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
5. The Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat file is compatible only with the Nexus 4 running on Android 4.4 KRT16S KitKat. Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the device model number by navigating to Settings >> About Phone.

File Required
1. Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat for Nexus 4

File name: 0896df95085b6ad55bbe4694a612da0c6ed2fa1c.signed-occam-KOT49E-from-KRT16S.0896df95.zip
MD5 sum: fc144a5ef26821e0c5fd8d1bfe148a42
Size: 51.9MB

Steps to Update Nexus 4 (Non-Rooted) with Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat
Note: Make sure your Nexus 4 is NOT rooted and has stock recovery.

Step 1: Rename the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat .zip file to update.zip.
Step 2: Connect the Nexus 4 to the computer using USB cable. Then copy the update.zip file to the SD card of your phone. Make sure the file is in the root folder.
Step 3: Switch off the Nexus 4. Then boot the device into Fastboot mode by pressing and holding Volume Up and Power buttons together.
Step 4: Follow the on-screen navigation instructions. Then press Volume Up button several times to enter Recovery Mode. An exclamation mark should now appear on the screen. Press and hold the Volume Up and Power buttons together to enter Recovery Mode.
Step 5: Select "update from SD card" option and then navigate to the update.zip file that you copied earlier and confirm the installation by pressing the Power button. The installation should now begin.
Step 6: Once the installation process completes, your phone will boot automatically. It may take about 5 minutes to complete.

Nexus 4 should be now updated with the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

Steps to Update Nexus 4 (Rooted) with Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat
Note: Make sure you have ClockworkMod recovery installed on the Nexus 4.

Step 1: Connect the Nexus 4 to the computer using USB cable. Then copy the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat .zip file to the SD card of your phone. Make sure the file is in the root folder.
Step 2: Switch off the Nexus 4. Then boot the device into Fastboot mode by pressing and holding Volume Up and Power buttons together.
Step 3: Follow the on-screen navigation instructions. Then press Volume Up button several times to enter Recovery Mode.
Step 4: In CWM Recovery, select "flash zip from SD card" and then select "choose zip from sdcard". Then navigate to the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat .zip file that you copied earlier and confirm the installation by pressing the Power button. The installation should now begin.
Step 5: Once the installation process completes, return to main Recovery Menu and select "reboot system now". The phone will boot now and it may take about 5 minutes to complete.

Nexus 4 should be now updated with the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat. Head over to Settings >> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.

Click here to know How to Root Nexus 4 running on Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat and Install CWM/TWRP Recovery.