However a new version Not all users have received the firmware, since different carrier versions of the firmware may differ in delivery time, while other users' smartphones may not see the new firmware by themselves. In this regard, I wrote a small instruction on Galaxy update S III to Android 4.3 manually.

So, for starters, we need ourselves, you can download one on our website. For devices purchased legally in Russia, it is best to install the version for the home market, but so far there is none, so I decided to install the British version. It is not much different and also contains the Russian language, like any other European version. In the future, it will be possible to reinstall the firmware using the method described below and this will not lead to a loss of the official warranty for the smartphone. I also recommend reading the article to the end in order to avoid further discomfort that will inevitably overtake you after the update.

The procedure for installing the firmware is as follows:

1. run the program on the PC and make sure that the smartphone has enough charge;
2. enter the smartphone into Download Mode (simultaneously pressing the "off" + "volume down" + "home button" keys), then press "Volume up";
3. connect the USB cable to the device;
4. in the Odin application on your computer, select files from the archive with the firmware:
   • for the PIT column - a file with *.pit extension;
   • for PDA - a file whose name contains the word CODE, if there is none, then you should know that this is the heaviest file in the archive;
   • for CSC - a file with the word CSC in its name;
   • for Phone - a file containing MODEM in the name;
   • Note. If the files for the CSC, Phone and PIT graphs are not in the archive with the firmware, then we sew using the single file method only, i.e. indicate the location of the firmware in the PDA column, and leave the rest of the lines empty.
5. make sure that the checkboxes in Odin are checked in the items "Auto Reboot" and "F. reset time". If the location of the *.pit file was specified, then the “Re-Partition” checkbox will be set automatically;
6. press the "Start" button and watch how the firmware process takes place. The phone may reboot several times during installation and in no case should you unplug the cable from it until the Odin log shows “All threads completed” or the green information window with the words “PASS!” lights up.

Average process Galaxy firmware S3 takes about 6 minutes, but can take longer. In any case, you should wait for the inscription about the completion of the firmware installation, because early interruption of the process can turn the phone into a "brick". As soon as Odin informs you that the firmware was installed successfully (message "PASS!" in the Odin application), you can proceed with the installation of the operating system itself.

Difficulties in Android installation 4.3 no, the system is intuitive and prompts the user to set the necessary checkboxes himself, and even if you miss any points, you can always make changes in the smartphone settings. Now the phone is fully flashed and ready to go.

Android 4.3 is quite different from the previous version (Android 4.1.2), but we still have the same Jelly Bean in front of us, so it won't take long to get used to the innovations. First of all, the updated interface that the Galaxy S3 inherited from its . In addition, the standard Samsung keyboard and S Voice service have been updated, new screen and camera modes have appeared, and they have been accompanied by a redesigned notification center and settings section. One more Android chip 4.3 has support for TRIM (now the device should be faster), ANT +, clock and full voice control.

However, at the moment, Android 4.3 is not for everyone, because, being official, the firmware is still raw and sometimes buggy. In particular, I noticed that unlocking now takes more time, and sometimes during this process The phone may even freeze, after which it will have to be rebooted. After asking other users about this problem, I found out that many people experience such delays. At the same time, other users complain about something else. For example, on the hang of the button to end the conversation.

In general, Android 4.3 can be installed for review, but at your own peril and risk. However, I would still recommend waiting for the official android versions 4.3 Galaxy S3 for Russia or firmware with fixed bugs. Thankfully, Samsung is already working on fixing the identified issues.

Instructions for installing the official single-file firmware on the Samsung Galaxy S3 (GT-I930x).

Drivers and programs

Attention!

To install the official stock firmware on the Galaxy S3 and return the phone state ("Settings" > "About device" > "Properties" > "Device status") to "Official" after switching from custom firmware and thereby return the ability to receive updates over the air is enough follow the instructions provided.

Installation instructions

Unzip the downloaded archive to a folder with Odin PC for convenience. The file in ".tar" or ".tar.md5" format must be left, but "SS_DL.dll" can be deleted.

Perform a data reset on the device.
To do this, go to the settings on the tab " Accounts » to the section « Archive and reset”, select the item “ Reset device” and press the button “ Delete everything". The phone will reboot.

Run Odin PC as administrator.

Put the device into download mode ( Download Mode).
To do this, simultaneously hold down the Volume Down key, the Home button and the Power button. Then wait until the phone reboots and agree to the warning by pressing the Volume Up key.

In this state, connect the smartphone to the computer. In Odin, the inscription " COM».

Click on the button " AP» and select the TAR archive of the firmware.

Items « Auto Reboot" and " F.Reset Time" must be activated, a " Re-Partition", if active - must be disabled.

Click on the button " start". The firmware installation process will begin.

At the end of the operation, if everything went well, the message “All threads completed. (succeed 1 / failed 0)". The phone must be rebooted manually by holding down the power button until the screen turns off. The initial boot of the device may take up to 5 minutes.
ATTENTION!
If the device does not boot for a long time or a data reset has not been done, it must be performed from the recovery.
To do this, simultaneously hold down the Volume Up key, the Home button and the Power button. After downloading select " Wipe data/Factory reset", and then - " Reboot system now". If after these steps the device also freezes at boot, you need to reflash it again.

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

Initially, the device was supplied with android version 4.0.4 “Ice Cream Sandwich”, they still bring them with this old software, but you can already upgrade it to version 4.1.2 “Jelly Bean”, they also promise updates at the end of the year to version 4.3 - while waiting. Initially, on the first versions, the device was wildly buggy, hung, turned itself off, applications stopped working (processes terminated in an emergency), lost the network and died stupidly - it turned off for no particular reason and did not turn on again - they stupidly changed the boards under warranty in servers (who was lucky) and They explained that this was a factory defect, but about a year later the situation leveled off and there were fewer such jambs that Samsung engineers could have corrected.

The main drawback of this device today is its fragility - I pressed it a little or pinched it and, God forbid, dropped it - a crack on the sensor is guaranteed, and this is the replacement of the entire display module (up to 8,000 thousand rubles repair in some sharashkas). So be careful. And let's get down to the firmware.

ATTENTION!!! Before starting the update software, rooting, resetting settings and other manipulations with your own or God forbid someone else's device HIGHLY RECOMMEND read this one. In short, you have been warned and do not say later that you are hearing this for the first time.

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

Before proceeding with the firmware, let's first prepare everything you need:

• Fully charge the battery;

• microUSB any cable is suitable, but it is better to take it from the kit;

• Firmware, latest version - I9300XXUGOE1 ;

• Flasher program - Odin3 v3.04 ;

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

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

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

First do backup all data or using the KIES program, save all the necessary files to your computer. Soon there will be an article on how to make backup firmware - I'm already writing. You can download all files at the end of the article.

Samsung GT-I9300 Galaxy S3- factory firmware.

1 step:If you have not yet charged the battery, then it's time to do it, insert the battery into the phone and enter the device into the DOWNLOADING mode - to do this, first hold down the HOME (central) button, then the volume down key and then the power button of the device.

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

3 step:Download the archive with firmware and flash driver and run the application Odin3_v3.04.exe.

4 step:Before us appeared the main window of the flasher program Odin3 v3.04.

5 step:And so, the smartphone is put into download mode, the battery is charged, important information saved, drivers installed (don't forget to "kill" all kies processes if you installed it). We connect the cable to the phone - the com-port should be determined and a line with the word Added will appear - this is a good sign, it means that the device was detected by the PC.

6 step:Now it's the turn to configure ONE - select the firmware files:

PIT -mx.pit

Bootloader - BOOTLOADER

PDA - CODE _I9300XXEMG4_1314436_REV00_user_low_ship.tar.md5

PHONE - MODEM _I9300XXEMG4_REV02_REV04_CL1360150.tar.md5

CSC - CSC _OXE_I9300OXEEMH1_CL1359224_REV00_user_low_ship.tar.md5

BE CAREFUL - RECHECK SOME TIMES!!!

If everything is in order, press the START button.

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

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

Obtaining ROOT rights.

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

1 step:Download CF-Auto-Root-m0-m0xx-gti9300.tar - this is a rootkit, so it will be necessary to disable the ANTI-VIRUS, unpack this archive. The final file must have a .tar or .tar.md5 extension.

2 step:We transfer the device to the DOWNLOADING mode - see the instructions above.

3 step:We launch Appendix Odin3 v3.04.exe.

4 step:Select the rootkit file and put it in the field PDA. If you have a version of androida 4.1.x, then you must uncheck the Auto-reboot checkbox.

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

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As you know, Samsung no longer releases OTA update for Galaxy S3 Mini. Thus, the phone is stuck on KitKat OS, unless of course you want to leave
How to update Galaxy S3 Mini from Android 5.0 Lollipop.
As you know, Samsung no longer releases OTA update for Galaxy S3 Mini. Thus, the phone is stuck on KitKat OS, unless of course you want to leave the devices officially. But, if you're ready to raise up a little operating version then we recommend that you check the recommendation below. In this tutorial, we will show you how to easily and safely update your Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini to Android 5.0 Lollipop OS with the new Rom firmware.
This drive is built from pure AOSP Android 5.0 Lollipop OS as the goal is to bring the default and latest version android firmware for Galaxy S3 mini. The drive has therefore been tuned and optimized in order to fit with your SGS3 Mini. So, if you want to check it out yourself, then feel free to check all the lines below as you will find there all the details you need for the flashing process.
First of all, you should know that this custom version of Android 5.0 L works without problems on Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini. According to users who have already installed AOSP ROM, there are no bugs or other issues related to the software. Of course, since we're talking about custom drives, you might find odd things, but don't expect to have major bugs or annoying problems and you can install it for daily use.
After flashing, you will be able to get the latest lolipop features and apps. In addition, with the help of this CD, you can improve your Galaxy S3 Mini devices.

In a few words, you can improve battery life, gain more speed, change the default Samsung UI, update fast web browsing, and update other features.
I also want to note that after you get into this firmware, you no longer have a phone warranty. In case of anything by phone, you will take service center companies, you will have to pay. But guarantees can also be returned, with the official firmware path.
I also want to note that, this disk is not an official release of Samsung or Google, only a custom disk that was created on the latest AOSP release. So do not bundle this firmware with the aforementioned company.
Before installing your phone must have Root rights (Root) and latest version Recovery (TWRP Recovery). Just a reminder, never forget to make a Nandroid backup of the disk that you are sitting at the moment, this means that if new disk you do not like it, you will easily return to your previous drive. How? Read below.
Read and understand the entire manual before actually following the instructions.
Warning: Use these instructions at your own risk. We will not be held responsible for anything that happens to you or your device that results from using the information in this guide.
This tutorial is for Galaxy S3 Mini only. Please do not try to install on any other device.

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

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

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

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

How to update galaxy s3 mini from android 5.0 lollipop

Samsung has officially stopped upgrading the international variant, meaning you can't get the official android update kitkat. Naturally, when such a thing happens, the online community fills the gap. And it's very good news, because Samsung, despite the abundance of complaints and online petitions, does not seem to want to upgrade its Galaxy S3 to KitKat (although everyone knows that you can; Android 4.4.4 is designed to run on a 1GHz processor and 512MB of RAM) .

ParanoidAndroid is a ROM created by a dedicated development team and the latest (final) version has just arrived for the international Galaxy S3 model i.e. the model designated I9300. Of course, being a custom ROM, the process of installing it on your phone requires you to have root access, which can potentially brick the phone if it goes wrong and void your warranty too.

Still unsure? Here's an excerpt from Android View regarding the ROM review: "PA3+ is an AOSP-based ROM and most of all, I love it for its beauty, especially its hybrid flexibility. ROM performance is fast and responsive, but one thing that still worries me is battery life. Don't expect very decent battery performance from it. Install it, enjoy it, and look forward to a battery leak fix in the future."

We hate to say such things, but we must emphasize that if you are going to root your phone and install this ROM, then you do so at your own risk. We are not responsible if your phone stops working!

Before we start

1. First of all, it is important to clarify that this software and procedure is for the international variant of the Galaxy S3, for the I9300 only. To make sure you have the correct model, go to Settings > About phone where you should see the model number. If it's an I9300, move forward. In addition, the phone must be disconnected from the network.
2. Second, it's a good idea to back up any important files or data you might have on board your Galaxy S3 before moving on. You can manually connect the phone to a PC and extract what you need or you can use a custom recovery tool like ClockworkMod or TWRP - these tools create a whole backup of the phone and you can restore the state it was in if things go wrong or you change your mind (provided that the phone is not completely bricked, of course).
3. Make sure your computer has updated USB drivers to connect to your phone.
4. Make sure USB debugging mode is enabled on your smartphone. Go to "Settings > Developer Options" and check "Enable USB debugging". Please note that if you cannot see Developer Options, you can open them by pressing the software build number seven times.
5. Make sure your phone is fully charged.
6. Make sure you have microSD card in phone.

You must have received root rights to your smartphone!

Get the files

You must download a custom PA ROM:

• ParanoidAndroid ROM

You must also download compatible Google apps, you have a choice of two sets:

• Google App Files (template)
• Google App Files (Full)

Now flash it!

With these downloaded files, connect your phone to your computer using USB. Copy the PA firmware and Google Apps archive files to the root folder of the phone's SD card - do not extract the files!

You can now install the ROM using recovery methods either via ClockworkMod (CWM) or TWRP Recovery.

If you are using CWM

1. Select "wipe data/factory reset". Then select "Yes" when prompted.
2. Select wipe cache partition and confirm.
3. Go to the main CWM menu. Click "Advanced" and then wipe the Dalvik cache and confirm.
4. Select "Install Zip from SD Card", then "Select zip from SD Card". Find the final ParanoidAndroid ROM file, select it, and then confirm.
5. Once this is done, select "Go back" next to "Reboot system now" from the recovery menu. Wait for the phone to complete the reboot process, which can take up to five minutes.

If you are using TWRP

1. Turn off your phone and wait 5-10 seconds for it to turn off completely.
2. Boot your phone into recovery mode by holding the volume up, home, and power button at the same time until the recovery screen appears. You can use the volume keys to navigate through recovery options and the power button to select an action.
3. Click "Erase" and scroll down. Select "Reset to factory settings".
4. Now choose Erase > Advanced Erase and choose System. Scroll down and select Swipe to Erase.
5. Click install and find the final ParanoidAndroid file on your SD card. Scroll down the screen and make a selection to confirm the firmware.
6. Follow the same procedure for Google App files.
7. Once the installation is complete, click "restart" and select "System". The reboot may take up to five minutes.
8. Note that if the phone gets stuck in a boot loop, perform a factory reset from recovery mode.