If you have a Samsung Galaxy Note 2, you won't care much about the new features of the Galaxy Note 3. However, it is very likely that you will be interested to know that you can now install the new official Samsung ROM, based on 4.3 Android Jelly Bean, on the Galaxy Note 2. The final update is expected to arrive very soon. In the meantime, we can install this test ROM.
It always happens the same way a few weeks before the final update for Samsung smartphones is officially released: a almost final test version which allows us to know in advance the improvements that will come with the stable update.
In this case, what is interesting is that this ROM is already available to install, so we can download it and flash it on your smartphoneBeing compatible with European models of Note 2. Among some of the new features we find the security system Knox, with the payment system SamsungWallet, as well as improvements to the user interface. However, the official version released as an update is likely to include some features not included in this test version. Even so, it gives us a complete understanding of what the new version based on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean for the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 will be like.
Android 4.3 Highlights on the Note 2
- TRIM Support to improve overall fluency and memory management.
- Better RAM management y updated GPU drivers for greater performance.
- New lock screen with multiple widgets, personal message and better ripple effect.
- Interface elements renewed in the style of Galaxy S4 and tabbed settings.
- Samsung keyboard updated and voice control (S-Voice) improved.
- Screen modes Adapt Display and Professional Photo.
- Actionable notifications, Daydream y Driving mode.
- Move apps to SD and new camera mode Sound and photo.
- New Samsung apps (Calculator, Clock, Contacts, Gallery, Music) to fullscreen.
Requirements and preparations
- Battery above the 90% (full load recommended).
- Backups of your data. Optionally, Nandroid Backup and copy of the EFS folder (requires root).
- PC with Internet, original USB cable, Samsung drivers y Odin (3.07 or 3.09 depending on firmware).
- Registration in SamMobile to download the correct firmware by model (GT-N7100/N7105) y CSC appropriate.
- If the downloaded ROM is compressed, it can be unzipped with the password. «Wagnervaz» (without quotes) when applicable.
In addition, you will have to download the ROM which can be found at this link, and which you can unzip using the password "wagnervaz" (without quotes). However, our colleagues at SmartZone They have published a short step-by-step guide that you can follow to make installing this test ROM very simple.
Firmware Download and Compatibility
Check in Settings > About device the exact model. Download the firmware from SamMobile by filtering by country/CSC (e.g. PHE for Spanish unlocked). Avoid flashing a package from another variant (i317, T889, N7105) if your device is the GT-N7100, well you could bricking the device.
Installation with Odin (manual method)
- Download Mode: turn off the phone and keep Volume Down + Home + Power; confirm with volume up.
- Odin as administrator and drivers installed. Check only Auto Reboot y F. Reset Time. No Brands Division unless you use a file .pit.
- Connect the Note 2 via USB. It should appear Added and a port on ID:COM.
- In Odin, load the firmware: in AP/PDA select the . Tar.md5. If the package includes separate files, assign CSC y MODEM/PHONE (y PIT only if the supplier requires it).
- press Start and wait for the message PASS!The phone will restart automatically; disconnect the cable when it starts up.
- If you get stuck in a boot loop, enter recovery (Volume up + Power) and perform Wipe data / Factory reset y Wipe cache (this erases internal data).
Update via OTA or with Samsung Kies
- OTE: Settings > About device > Software update, with stable WiFi and high battery.
- Gravel: install Samsung Kies (for this model, not Kies 3), connect the mobile, do backup and press Update firmware.
Troubleshooting and Notes
If the PC does not detect the phone, reinstall drivers and change USB ports/cables. Some builds include Knox; Flashing official Knox bootloaders could complicate things a bit. downgradeFlashing is a sensitive process: proceed at your own risk. responsibility.
With these guidelines you can enjoy Android 4.3 on the Galaxy Note 2, with a more optimized system and modern features that extend the life of your device without waiting for the update to reach everyone in phases.
