I need advices on update to Android 4.3 - Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hello, I am receiving an official update on my S3 device by ota, It says the amount of 419.04MB. I suppose it is Android 4.3.
But this update is recomended? Does it have any problem, or lag, or Samsung fixed it on the update?
Please tell me if it is correct to update my mobile or not.
Regards and thanks to all of you.

For me it lagged extreme!
Device: Samsung Galaxy S3
ROM: CyanogenMod 11 (Temasek Unofficial V36 )
Kernel: Boeffla-Kernel-CM11-2.1-Beta9-

Version UGML4 is fine, a slight lag on waking from deep sleep but battery life is excellent.

Mord Fustang said:
Hello, I am receiving an official update on my S3 device by ota, It says the amount of 419.04MB. I suppose it is Android 4.3.
But this update is recomended? Does it have any problem, or lag, or Samsung fixed it on the update?
Please tell me if it is correct to update my mobile or not.
Regards and thanks to all of you.
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There is thread to discuss the 4.3 software, have a look here befor update http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2344133
Good luck.

dadomonte said:
There is thread to discuss the 4.3 software, have a look here befor update http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2344133
Good luck.
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In that topic they only talk about custom updates, rooting, or recovery. Not about the official update I am looking for...

Mord Fustang said:
Hello, I am receiving an official update on my S3 device by ota, It says the amount of 419.04MB. I suppose it is Android 4.3.
But this update is recomended? Does it have any problem, or lag, or Samsung fixed it on the update?
Please tell me if it is correct to update my mobile or not.
Regards and thanks to all of you.
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One what model phone do you have .
Two multiple identical posts on the forum re 4.3 and yes some have a problem others do not .

Mord Fustang said:
Hello, I am receiving an official update on my S3 device by ota, It says the amount of 419.04MB. I suppose it is Android 4.3.
But this update is recomended? Does it have any problem, or lag, or Samsung fixed it on the update?
Please tell me if it is correct to update my mobile or not.
Regards and thanks to all of you.
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Update your phone via a "SMART TERMINAL" or KIES.
I updated via OTA when I got home. The update went smooth... but the phone got awful slow/laggy/terrible.
A few days passed and I found a Samsung shop. Went in and saw an "update terminal."
After it finished, the phone was buttery smooth again.
Please note, that encryption will be MUCH SLOWER. So you cannot use it encrypted anymore. At least not like you used it. It will lag, it will stutter, all the crap you can imagine. Lucky I have insurance and I use a powerful password. So even if I get robbed I can reset the phone from home and get a new phone for cheap.
But yeah, I do miss the encryption feature, I felt safer that way. But it just got way too slow.
I even took the phone back to Samsung as in warranty repair, but they told me the policy says they can't downgrade so they just pushed up the 4.3 rom all over again. Meh.

I even took the phone back to Samsung as in warranty repair, but they told me the policy says they can't downgrade so they just pushed up the 4.3 rom all over again.
Reason see faqs and guides .

No Problems
Hi,
im in the UK on the network 02
I upgraded about 3 weeks ago now and i have had no problems whatsoever, I guess i was a lucky one ive heard all sorts of problems with this update i just cant wait until 4.4 comes that's if it ever does!

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Wifi Sharing + Battery Loss + OSX

Alright, so I've already read the threads about Wifi Sharing dominating the SGS2's battery and it seems like updating the firmware of the phone somehow fixes this.
So heres my problem: I'm on OSX and I can't use Samsung Kies. I can actually use Kies AIR but I can't seem to figure out how to update the firmware.
Apparently my firmware is "KG2" so I'm wondering how I could update my firmware without access to a windows machine. In case I'm already on the latest firmware (which seems logical since I just bought the phone like a week ago), is there any way to stop Wifi Sharing from starting every time I enable Wifi?
I would really appreciate a solution that didn't involve Rooting.
Thank's a bunch guys!
Ryne said:
Alright, so I've already read the threads about Wifi Sharing dominating the SGS2's battery and it seems like updating the firmware of the phone somehow fixes this.
So heres my problem: I'm on OSX and I can't use Samsung Kies. I can actually use Kies AIR but I can't seem to figure out how to update the firmware.
Apparently my firmware is "KG2" so I'm wondering how I could update my firmware without access to a windows machine. In case I'm already on the latest firmware (which seems logical since I just bought the phone like a week ago), is there any way to stop Wifi Sharing from starting every time I enable Wifi?
I would really appreciate a solution that didn't involve Rooting.
Thank's a bunch guys!
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i am afraid without root you wont be able to acces or disable any system file mate.
the only way is rooting (or wait ages for update - oficialone) - if you arent sure what to do ask and u will get help. there are more apps that may produce high battery drain from stock.
So is my version the latest? Also, Why would this be fixed in a previous version but then back again in a latest?
Ryne said:
So is my version the latest? Also, Why would this be fixed in a previous version but then back again in a latest?
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i am running KH3 that is the latest firmware i know. KG2 can be the latest released by your network provider. so if u wanna keep the phone with the latest u can upgrade with ODIN or once u will flash CWM - clockworkmode u can do so with it. but u will need to root the phone ofc.
but KG2 is not the latest for unlocked simfree phone.
wifi sharing is a high battery drainer - and i have removed that form my phone also togheter with the samsung HUBS and a bit more. and i am getting more then double out of my phone compared to stock i was running before mate.
I see. Thanks for the replies!
what exactly did you remove as i see 3 thing relating to wifi sharing

[Q] Just got an OTA for spanish 4.1.2

Hey guys, I just did an OTA sw update (spanish official 4.1.2 rom, rooted & no other modifications).
Since it didn't contain any useful info other than it's a software upgrade, I'm confused about it. What did they upgrade for me? Was it rom related? I haven't noticed anything different about it so far.
Any info about it is welcome.
Sent from my GT-I9100
yeremiya said:
Hey guys, I just did an OTA sw update (spanish official 4.1.2 rom, rooted & no other modifications).
Since it didn't contain any useful info other than it's a software upgrade, I'm confused about it. What did they upgrade for me? Was it rom related? I haven't noticed anything different about it so far.
Any info about it is welcome.
Sent from my GT-I9100
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That 22 mb update will get you to LSD.
Thanks for the info!
Btw, just found out that the OTA has in fact failed, so I tried doing the upgrade via Kies. It went well, except for the fact the root has been removed by the update and I had to re-root. Also, the CWM I flashed a few days ago was gone too (but I used stock rom to root).
The changes I have seen with this update is only that my kernel now has a new build date (31. jan 2013).
can you post a review or comparison with your old rom (I assume it was LS8),
Cordobes2k said:
can you post a review or comparison with your old rom (I assume it was LS8),
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Well, I can't really post anything useful, since I was looking for "the perfect rom" from the moment 4.1.2 official appeared. Before that, I was on 4.0.4 official. The only real thing I've noticed (between this and all other roms I've tried out) is that I have a bit high battery drains if I keep WiFi turned on while at my office. I've figured it's something about the router itself (never use Apple made routers!), so I "fixed" it by not using WiFi at work.
Sorry for not being more informative, haven't really done any elaborate testing apart from noticing obvious things like battery drains. The only thing I can say for sure is - 4.1.2 >>> 4.0.4 and 4.1.2 official >>> custom roms for me.

KitKat 4.4.4 problem...

Dear all,
please somebody help me, I have Samsung Galaxy Pop SHV-E220S which is much similar in specs with Samsung Galaxy SIII I9305 (LTE), I upgraded it from JB 4.2.1 to KK 4.4.4 with its official official software Kies. it was successfully upgraded but one problem I am facing continuously, its Signals, most of the time when especially I am at home it is showing message " Emergency calls only " when I am trying to dial a number. but another phone at home with same network SIM working fine (its Huawei g610), I saw there is in setting only two options available for Data Network Mode LTE Preffered and 3G only. on both settings the same problem arise.
I will much grateful if getting help.
regards.
oralover said:
Dear all,
please somebody help me, I have Samsung Galaxy Pop SHV-E220S which is much similar in specs with Samsung Galaxy SIII I9305 (LTE), I upgraded it from JB 4.2.1 to KK 4.4.4 with its official official software Kies. it was successfully upgraded but one problem I am facing continuously, its Signals, most of the time when especially I am at home it is showing message " Emergency calls only " when I am trying to dial a number. but another phone at home with same network SIM working fine (its Huawei g610), I saw there is in setting only two options available for Data Network Mode LTE Preffered and 3G only. on both settings the same problem arise.
I will much grateful if getting help.
regards.
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Try going to sammobile and reflashing 4.4.4, when I initially flashed the OTA my Bluetooth stopped working in my truck. I reflashed and everything worked as advertised. I'm now on cyanogenmod 12 it's awesome!
RETUSAFNCO said:
Try going to sammobile and reflashing 4.4.4, when I initially flashed the OTA my Bluetooth stopped working in my truck. I reflashed and everything worked as advertised. I'm now on cyanogenmod 12 it's awesome!
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thanks for reply, as mentioned, i used Samsung official software Kies, this will not allow me to re-flash it.
if there is any CM12 for my device, i will be happy to flash it, but first i have to ROOT my device and yet failed to find any specific method for my device. is there any ?
regards.
oralover said:
thanks for reply, as mentioned, i used Samsung official software Kies, this will not allow me to re-flash it.
if there is any CM12 for my device, i will be happy to flash it, but first i have to ROOT my device and yet failed to find any specific method for my device. is there any ?
regards.
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This should be useful: http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/help/root-shv-e220s-android-v4-4-4-pda-t2992324
P.S.: Google Search is your friend
Hawaiihemd said:
This should be useful: http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/help/root-shv-e220s-android-v4-4-4-pda-t2992324
P.S.: Google Search is your friend
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thanks very much, it helped really.
is there any custom ROM like CM11/12 or any other for my device ?
please, can somebody help to find a custom ROM for my device?

[Q] problems after updating

Recently I updated my galaxy alpha from software update in about device menu. Now,I have too many problems such as overheating.Also gallery is not working. Is there anyway to go back? I mean to go to the version before update.
aidin438 said:
Recently I updated my galaxy alpha from software update in about device menu. Now,I have too many problems such as overheating.Also gallery is not working. Is there anyway to go back? I mean to go to the version before update.
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Hello,
Which model do you own? If its G850A then you're out of luck, since there are no downloadable firmwares online and you're stuck with Lollipop. If not then it might be your devices issue since there havent been any bug reports such as overheating on KitKat.
So no, there is no way to downgrade your current software unless your model is G850F.
Best regards,
James
Daentrod said:
Hello,
Which model do you own? If its G850A then you're out of luck, since there are no downloadable firmwares online and you're stuck with Lollipop. If not then it might be your devices issue since there havent been any bug reports such as overheating on KitKat.
So no, there is no way to downgrade your current software unless your model is G850F.
Best regards,
James
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Thank you James.
mine is g850f.I think I have to wait based on your expressions.
aidin438 said:
Thank you James.
mine is G850F. I think I have to wait based on your expressions.
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Hello again,
Well if your model is G850F then you can indeed downgrade to this version. Post your progress here so I could assist you.
Best regards,
James
aidin438 said:
Recently I updated my galaxy alpha from software update in about device menu. Now,I have too many problems such as overheating.Also gallery is not working. Is there anyway to go back? I mean to go to the version before update.
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Are you updating from the bnk3 version to boa2 version..? I think i have the same overheating problem here..
musf said:
Are you updating from the bnk3 version to boa2 version..? I think i have the same overheating problem here..
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Now, my build number version is bnk3. I didn't update it to lollipop.I just updated it from the about device menu and It is still kitkat. I think It was just for fixing bugs but My problems stated to show right after that.
hello
i have a issue on this device,u upgraded it to lolipop 5.0.1 i didnt liked it and downgraded to 4.4.4 kitkat and its overheating when im playing or surfing in facebook,twitter,instagram for not big time :\\\ pls hlp how to fix it
Hello I had problems with overheating with kit Kat and found out that one of 8 cores was at 100%, I found out that step meter in s health causing this problem. So I tried to pause the step meter with no luck.
finally I stopped the s health app and because I couldn't uninstall it. And the problem solved.
so give it a try. Try to disable s health app.
Ps. Not only overheating, but emptying battery was an issue that solved too.
Please help me, I have a galaxy alpha g850f lollipop 5.0.2 fingerprint sensor does not work Is there a solution to this problem?

Odin from linux

Hi there guys,
Its been awhile since I've rooted a phone so my memory is rusty on a few things.
Firstly, I think I read somewhere in a tutorial that the OS I originally download the stuff to has to be windows based?
Then I have a few more questions,.
I upgraded to lollipop already but I dont think that will be issue, unless you say otherwise.
The alpha came out on the official release list for marshmallow.
Will the root interfere with my phones ability to receive that update?
Thanks!
The android is learning said:
Hi there guys,
Its been awhile since I've rooted a phone so my memory is rusty on a few things.
Firstly, I think I read somewhere in a tutorial that the OS I originally download the stuff to has to be windows based?
Then I have a few more questions,.
I upgraded to lollipop already but I dont think that will be issue, unless you say otherwise.
The alpha came out on the official release list for marshmallow.
Will the root interfere with my phones ability to receive that update?
Thanks!
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No on the second question. Ive rooted my alpha on KK and when i try to manually search for update it says the system is modified and doesnt proceed to finding updates OTA.
I Just Run Same backup Command in Cent OS, I mean I didn't change the Date As Per we have to change... And after that I run Again Same command with current date. So it's that any effect on my Samba Server?
tileeq said:
No on the second question. Ive rooted my alpha on KK and when i try to manually search for update it says the system is modified and doesnt proceed to finding updates OTA.
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I couldn't get the OTA update too but It was for a different reason. I bought an Att and put it on t mobile right away. The OTA update came from Att's servers or whatnot. I brought my phone into the samsung stall at a bestbuy and they pushed the update through their. Have you tried something like that for yourself?

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