Which Country Gets Fastest Updates? - Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hello!
My friend's I9300 is still stuck on Android 4.0.4 build number IMM76D.I9300JKBLH3.
I want to flash him an updated version using ODIN. I want it to be from the country that get updates the fastest, so he would always be updated as he don't know how to use ODIN, and he is afraid.
So, what is the best build to flash right now?
He needs Hebrew to be available for the stock keyboard. No need for full UI translation.
Thanks!

No country gets fastest update .
All you can say is Europe generally in front of the rest of the world .
Exact roll out varies .
Hebrew would be your first item for a firmware version .
jje

JJEgan said:
No country gets fastest update .
All you can say is Europe generally in front of the rest of the world .
Exact roll out varies .
Hebrew would be your first item for a firmware version .
jje
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I mean first to be released, and not fast as Google...
So any European version will be good? Which one would you recommend?
Thanks!

There is not faster countries than other, but in general Europe countries get updates first.
Any country will be good.
Im using 4.1.2 from Israel (PDA:I9300XXELL4 CSC:I9300OJKELK9)
Poland was the first one to release Jellybean (4.1.1)
But wasn't the first one to release 4.1.2
Is your friend from Israel too?
Cause Israel already released 4.1.2
For several phone companies

DubelBoom said:
Hello!
My friend's I9300 is still stuck on Android 4.0.4 build number IMM76D.I9300JKBLH3.
I want to flash him an updated version using ODIN. I want it to be from the country that get updates the fastest, so he would always be updated as he don't know how to use ODIN, and he is afraid.
So, what is the best build to flash right now?
He needs Hebrew to be available for the stock keyboard. No need for full UI translation.
Thanks!
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What country is stuck in 4.0.4, I am sorry but I can't find any.
Plug in KIES and check.. maybe his CSC and other settings don't match.

Tovagulet said:
There is not faster countries than other, but in general Europe countries get updates first.
Any country will be good.
Im using 4.1.2 from Israel (PDA:I9300XXELL4 CSC:I9300OJKELK9)
Poland was the first one to release Jellybean (4.1.1)
But wasn't the first one to release 4.1.2
Is your friend from Israel too?
Cause Israel already released 4.1.2
For several phone companies
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I've heard the Israeli is a bit laggy next to others...
Skander1998 said:
What country is stuck in 4.0.4, I am sorry but I can't find any.
Plug in KIES and check.. maybe his CSC and other settings don't match.
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I'll try using Kies.
Thanks!

DubelBoom said:
I've heard the Israeli is a bit laggy next to others...
I'll try using Kies.
Thanks!
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Why laggy? They are 3 Versions: 1 for unbranded and 2 for branded phones.
I think they all both the same. The difference are only the branded apps.
Please correct me if i did something wrong
thanks

Use CHECKFUS to download firmware from Samsung server .
jje

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Kies 2.3.4 update UK when?

Each time I connect to kies, it states my sgs2 is up to date, 2.3.3, but I read everywhere on here that your all using 2.3.4, am I doing something wrong
They all are using a version of leaked 2.3.4, which has this and that problem here and there. If you can't wait join them by flashing any 2.3.4 firmware via Odin or if you are in my club then wait for the official release which could be coming any time.
Regards.
You can wait i have tried 2.3.4 only gtalk with video. nothing speacial!
Oh ok, will wait, thanks for the info
vickarul said:
You can wait i have tried 2.3.4 only gtalk with video. nothing speacial!
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How did you get GTalk with video, I just flashed KH3 and my GTalk is still 1.3, no update in the arket and no video support. WTF?
How can I know if there is official europe region 2.3.4. android version for SGS2 or not?
Many of android sites states they have official versions which can be downloaded and installed using odin. Are these available 2.3.4. versions leaked or there are already available for some countries official 2.3.4.? Like me I live in Latvia and there is not available firmware upgrade via kies. but maybe for such large countries like Germany maybe there already is official 2.3.4. And that version then is installed using odin. Am I right or not? Please clarify.
greens7777 said:
How can I know if there is official europe region 2.3.4. android version for SGS2 or not?
Many of android sites states they have official versions which can be downloaded and installed using odin. Are these available 2.3.4. versions leaked or there are already available for some countries official 2.3.4.? Like me I live in Latvia and there is not available firmware upgrade via kies. but maybe for such large countries like Germany maybe there already is official 2.3.4. And that version then is installed using odin. Am I right or not? Please clarify.
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No 2.3.4 here :/
greens7777 said:
How can I know if there is official europe region 2.3.4. android version for SGS2 or not?
Many of android sites states they have official versions which can be downloaded and installed using odin. Are these available 2.3.4. versions leaked or there are already available for some countries official 2.3.4.? Like me I live in Latvia and there is not available firmware upgrade via kies. but maybe for such large countries like Germany maybe there already is official 2.3.4. And that version then is installed using odin. Am I right or not? Please clarify.
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No you are not right .
Official Leaked Samsung firmware is 2.3.4 .
Stock Roms .and csc
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
KIES updates as and when its receives an update from the phone provider .
Nothing to do with the size of the country Latvia should come under Europe firmware release . Its more dependent upon the phone provider .
jje
Guys are you able to do OTA updates without a PC at all?
Maybe why Europe is last to get v2.3.4 , Samsung is busy changing the gallery app.
Samsung Galaxy S II I9100 Android Gingerbread 2.3.4 update is Rolling out NOW (Daily Updated) | Josephws'sBlog | YouMobile
Some areas have gotten KG5 or KG7 2.3.4 roms (both very much like KG6), but not globally, I would bet a lot of it is carriers taking there sweet time.
JJEgan said:
No you are not right .
Official Leaked Samsung firmware is 2.3.4 .
Stock Roms .and csc
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
KIES updates as and when its receives an update from the phone provider .
Nothing to do with the size of the country Latvia should come under Europe firmware release . Its more dependent upon the phone provider .
jje
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The phone provider you mean operator? What is their role in the firmware updates?
Sent from my GT-I9100 using XDA App
greens7777 said:
The phone provider you mean operator? What is their role in the firmware updates?
Sent from my GT-I9100 using XDA App
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Yes, and they have to approve the updates to be pushed out via kies.
I got an official update to 2.3.4 from kies, yet i dont have Video Support in Talk... anyone having this problem?
Hi, i got the 2.3.4 update from kies about two weeks ago but i was wondering if anyone has seen any difference since i dont see any, its suppose that my talk should have
Video support yet i dont have i did get a new market but not with the firmware update
Anyone has had the same experience
I found the battery life much improved on 2.3.4. Worth getting an unofficial update in my opinion - kies is hopeless.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using XDA App
For some reason my reply posted multiple times... Im sorry for the spam...

[Q] Final Android 2.3.4 is out via kies?

Hi,
I have a stock rom from the UK, I've just updated my phone and I see that I got android 2.3.4 now.
Where are all the changes? And where is the hebrew that was supposed to be on the new android? Is this really the final version we were all waiting for?
Thanks
guyman20 said:
Hi,
I have a stock rom from the UK, I've just updated my phone and I see that I got android 2.3.4 now.
Where are all the changes? And where is the hebrew that was supposed to be on the new android? Is this really the final version we were all waiting for?
Thanks
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Hebrew in the UK ???
Changelogs non issued by Samsung .
2.3.5 already started its release roll-out .
jje
JJEgan said:
Hebrew in the UK ???
Changelogs non issued by Samsung .
2.3.5 already started its release roll-out .
jje
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I'm in Israel but I bought the phone in the UK.
I've heard there should be hebrew in 2.3.4. Maybe I didnt get the hebrew because the phone is from the UK?
guyman20 said:
I'm in Israel but I bought the phone in the UK.
I've heard there should be hebrew in 2.3.4. Maybe I didnt get the hebrew because the phone is from the UK?
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UK Phone UK product code .
jje
JJEgan said:
UK Phone UK product code .
jje
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Is there any way I can get the version with the Hebrew on it? Does It even exists?
Thank you
I suggest you ask Intratech in the stock roms post re Hebrew .
Stock Roms .and csc
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
Or try the Israeli thread probably even better .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1221236&highlight=hebrew
jje
JJEgan said:
I suggest you ask Intratech in the stock roms post re Hebrew .
Stock Roms .and csc
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
Or try the Israeli thread probably even better .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1221236&highlight=hebrew
jje
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Thanks!
[too short]

Galaxy SII ICS for Middle East

Hello
My cousin had a SII and he always ask me about the ICS update. It is not available OTA. Did Samsung had any road map for ICS? My region in Middle East. Anybody know when ICS is coming to Middle East?
Saeen said:
Hello
My cousin had a SII and he always ask me about the ICS update. It is not available OTA. Did Samsung had any road map for ICS? My region in Middle East. Anybody know when ICS is coming to Middle East?
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I think it was already released. I believe you have to use the Samsung kies software on a PC to update the phone.
Sent from my SGH-I777 using Tapatalk
My cousin checked with kies and this is what it showed. Is this ICS?
Sent from my LT26i using Tapatalk 2
Means no ICS yet released for that phone by the phone provider .
jje
THTS THE LAST UPDATE EVEN I GOT ,YET ICS HAS TO COME
Yes, I checked firmware at SamMobile. They didn't wrote the version of firmware but firmware codes match. I guess it GB 2.3.5. Anyways thanks all. and if anybody know the timeline for ICS in different regions, please share.
Saeen said:
My cousin checked with kies and this is what it showed. Is this ICS?
Sent from my LT26i using Tapatalk 2
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No this is the one latest available in the middle east....2.3.5 JPKJ2 Not ICS....
Yep, Middle east latest firmware is still Gingerbread JPKJ2 (2.3.5).
Just wait and watch. Hope it won't take much time.
you can ask ur cousin to try custom ics rom roms available here on xda. they are stable and fast. only if he has his phone rooted. rooted phone has its own benefits.. nice tweaks and customization.
just use odin and flash away............. odin with official Firmware of different region is as official as its on KIES for that region
i live in saudi arabia can i use other region firmware.. as mentioned at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1544487&page=445 the newest firmware is for netherland..
skinich said:
i live in saudi arabia can i use other region firmware.. as mentioned at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1544487&page=445 the newest firmware is for netherland..
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As long as you have an i9100, and not an i9100G, sure. You can use an i9100 firmware from whatever region you want. But once you do, just be aware that you will probably no longer be able to get updates through Kies.
For example, I'm in the US, but my phone originally came from the UK, and it's now currently running a firmware from Poland.
ctomgee said:
As long as you have an i9100, and not an i9100G, sure. You can use an i9100 firmware from whatever region you want. But once you do, just be aware that you will probably no longer be able to get updates through Kies.
For example, I'm in the US, but my phone originally came from the UK, and it's now currently running a firmware from Poland.
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thanks pal.. i think i dont need updates from kies coz i'm stick with xda and always get updates from it
I can do it but my cousin is not similar with this all. He only goes simple way
lol i have a cousin like that but he didnt even want to use kies, for him what comes with the phone is what should be used. so 2.3.3 it is
He's using 2.3.3 also. There is latest gb available via kies butstill not updating.
Sent from my LT26i using Tapatalk 2
BUMP
Anyone know where I can get Middle Eastern ICS rom to test on my phone?
ermacwins said:
BUMP
Anyone know where I can get Middle Eastern ICS rom to test on my phone?
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For which country?
Swyped from my Galaxy SII
Using http://www.samfirmware.com u should set the carrier to middle east -ojb .. Or just find ur country ( the country u bought the phone from )
sent from my SGSII

[Q] Is Jelly Bean Update really out for SG3 I9300?

Hi Guys I own a SG3 I9300 the international version. I have read many forums and site which say that the official update 4.1.1 or jelly bean is availabe for SG3. However, when i connect my phone to the computer and open Samsung Kies it says that my current OS is up to date which is ICS 4.0.4 .
The model number is GT-I9300 , version 4.0.4 , baseband version I9300XXLH1 etc...
Oh i am in Sri Lanka by the way is that the reason becuz i have the official rom installed not custom though it is rooted .
haseo_winset said:
Hi Guys I own a SG3 I9300 the international version. I have read many forums and site which say that the official update 4.1.1 or jelly bean is availabe for SG3. However, when i connect my phone to the computer and open Samsung Kies it says that my current OS is up to date which is ICS 4.0.4 .
The model number is GT-I9300 , version 4.0.4 , baseband version I9300XXLH1 etc...
Oh i am in Sri Lanka by the way is that the reason becuz i have the official rom installed not custom though it is rooted .
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open this link to update JB with poland rom
ayoi92 said:
open this link to update JB with poland rom
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I want to know how to do it officially through kies or if I cant yet in srilanka any ideas as to when I will be able to do so.
haseo_winset said:
I want to know how to do it officially through kies or if I cant yet in srilanka any ideas as to when I will be able to do so.
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i dont know for your country..for my country i got firmware update only..282.5mb..not full rom..n the build no same with poland rom..im malaysian
Very simple answer .
JB has been released for Poland only.
No others have been updated .
More details contact Samsung or try a Samsung forum .
jje
https://twitter.com/samkiesupdates has a pretty nice overview of what phones have Kies updates available.
It really is out!
JellyBean really is out but the bluddy thing won't install for me!!!
See screenshot here for confirmation- http://i45.tinypic.com/160al46.jpg
I tried to install it last night via my Windows 8 and Windows 7 laptops and I have now tried it on my Windows 7 pc at work but it just won't happen!
I get occasional errors that it couldn't get admin rights from the phone, and now it seems to be Kies itself that's knackered with KiesPDLR crashing.
I got my phone from Mobi-city.co.uk. It came from Hong Kong but seems to be the European version. None of this should matter though, as if Kies is offering me the firmware then surely it has recognised that my phone is one of the ones that should get it!
Really annoyed!!!
well that poland seems like test 1
refer below tweet by sammobile
https://twitter.com/SamMobiles/status/253864604269166592
al_jolson said:
JellyBean really is out but the bluddy thing won't install for me!!!
See screenshot here for confirmation- http://i45.tinypic.com/160al46.jpg
I tried to install it last night via my Windows 8 and Windows 7 laptops and I have now tried it on my Windows 7 pc at work but it just won't happen!
I get occasional errors that it couldn't get admin rights from the phone, and now it seems to be Kies itself that's knackered with KiesPDLR crashing.
I got my phone from Mobi-city.co.uk. It came from Hong Kong but seems to be the European version. None of this should matter though, as if Kies is offering me the firmware then surely it has recognised that my phone is one of the ones that should get it!
Really annoyed!!!
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I wouldn't be too upset. That update isn't jellybean...
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mikep99 said:
I wouldn't be too upset. That update isn't jellybean...
Sent from my GT-I9300 using xda app-developers app
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Thanks. I just found a forum with other users experiencing exactly the same as me, so at least I know enough to get on with the rest of my life. ah well, false alarm on the JellyBean front. Sorry folks.
Thanks everyone. You guys cleared my doubts i knew i could count on xda and its members.
Should be this month, apparently... although it's hardly the first rumour with a confirmation from Sammy with no official release date.
http://www.tomshardware.com/news/Samsung-Galaxy-Android-Jelly-Bean,17529.html
I dont know if this polish version is really an official but i have been using jelly bean on a note II and ny feeling is that it is smoother and less bug in the note II
Envoyé depuis mon GT-I9300 avec Tapatalk
Will it be a new version when it's released officially?
Sent from my GT-I9300 using xda premium
port76 said:
Will it be a new version when it's released officially?
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Apparently the Polish version is a test release, (release candidate) I would assume there is a note in the terms and conditions stating it may contain bugs. not 100% sure on this.
So we could get that exact same version when it eventually rolls out to the rest of the EU, or it could be a bug fix version, either way it's obviously close to a full EU release and nothing much will be different if anything.
Personally I'm just waiting for the official EU release, but if you can't wait, there's no harm in installing the Polish version (providing you follow the relevant directions of course)
i also have the I9300XXLH1 baseband and no new updates i realy hope the final jb rom will have the multi tasking that the note II got 2 days ago
webwolf_3000 said:
Apparently the Polish version is a test release, (release candidate)
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Where did you hear that?
Kangburra said:
Where did you hear that?
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Hi,
From SamMobile:
October 9 the start of official Jelly Bean by Samsung. Samsung used Poland to test JB for the Galaxy S III before
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1923155
In case the OP will not posted here ... And it seems in this thread the info went unnoticed (october, 4th), a little reminder (I had not paid attention).
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Thanks to got-petrol and Danmikee
General thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1858813
viking37 said:
Hi,
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All I could find is this
Samsung has just started with rolling out the first official Jelly Bean updates for the Galaxy S III.
The first Jelly-Bean Android 4.1.1 update is for Poland!
The firmware is: PDA I9300XXDLIB CSC I9300OXFDLI1 MODEM I9300XXDLIB
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http://www.sammobile.com/2012/09/24/samsung-start-galaxy-s-iii-jelly-bean-update/
@ Kangburra
Yep... and... click on the link I posted above... (your link is from september, 24, the link I gave you is from 4th, october):
This: https://twitter.com/SamMobiles/status/253864604269166592 , replying about your question :
webwolf_3000 said:
Apparently the Polish version is a test release, (release candidate)
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Kangburra said:
Where did you hear that?
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But I did not say it's true, just quoting...

[Q] Software update vs country of purchase

Hi everyone
I am confused with this problem that I have: I bought Samsung Galaxy S3 international version GT-i9300. Now, I live in Australia. My question is, when I go to my phone to check software update or Samsung Kies to check software update, which will be visible/show up/ be downloaded to my phone? The latest version for International SGS3 OR the latest version for Australian SGS3?
Confusing isn't it?
So long story short: when there is a new update, which one is it? Is the software/firmware update based on the country of purchase (In this case, international version) or where I am living (Australia)?
ottoajalah said:
Hi everyone
I am confused with this problem that I have: I bought Samsung Galaxy S3 international version GT-i9300. Now, I live in Australia. My question is, when I go to my phone to check software update or Samsung Kies to check software update, which will be visible/show up/ be downloaded to my phone? The latest version for International SGS3 OR the latest version for Australian SGS3?
Confusing isn't it?
So long story short: when there is a new update, which one is it? Is the software/firmware update based on the country of purchase (In this case, international version) or where I am living (Australia)?
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You have posted this question once today and it has been answered .Stop spamming the forum .
jje
JJEgan said:
You have posted this question once today and it has been answered .Stop spamming the forum .
jje
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Well i was told to post in the questions forum so that is what I did
you hit "report" on your post and ask for it to be moved
Alright my apologies, I am the noob.
So, just making sure, because I still do not quite get it.
I will simplify this question even more. When there is asoftware update for my SGS3, which one will my phone download? The international software update(Because my phone is international) or will my phone download the australian software update(Because I live in australia)?
Still need help with this.
ottoajalah said:
Alright my apologies, I am the noob.
So, just making sure, because I still do not quite get it.
I will simplify this question even more. When there is asoftware update for my SGS3, which one will my phone download? The international software update(Because my phone is international) or will my phone download the australian software update(Because I live in australia)?
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It will download the update that is in line with your firmware code. If you use an Australian firmware it will be the update for this Australian firmware once it is released.
Sent from my GT-I9300 using xda app-developers app
Thanks mate
Well, so it is based on my phone, NOT the country I am living in?
Mine is internatinal version GT-i9300, so when there is an update, my phone will download that one, and the Australian update is irrelevant for me?
ottoajalah said:
Thanks mate
Well, so it is based on my phone, NOT the country I am living in?
Mine is internatinal version GT-i9300, so when there is an update, my phone will download that one, and the Australian update is irrelevant for me?
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It is not so much the intentional but the firmware Version, e.g. uk, Australian etc., you can find it under settings about phone. If your firmware is e.g. The uk version and stock you will get UK otas.
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ottoajalah said:
Thanks mate
Well, so it is based on my phone, NOT the country I am living in?
Like i said once already ..YES .
If you want OZ firmware read the basic faqs and stickies and OZ thread then flash OZ firmware when you understand the process .
jje
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How do I check it? i went to settings and phone but cannot see what country my device's firmware is from
ottoajalah said:
How do I check it? i went to settings and phone but cannot see what country my device's firmware is from
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sammobile.com for a list
to check sales code enter *#272*your imei# in the dialer.

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