XXUFNB7 Android 4.4.2 firmware update is now finally available in Asian region — XXUFNB7 is the latest KitKat build number which can now be downloaded. Galaxy S4 LTE received KitKat a bit earlier than the I9500 but now it has been finally updated. This is the very first KitKat update for Thailand. This build will be pushed globally but at the moment, only few people have updated their devices either through Samsung KIES or Over The Air update system. Fortunately, we have compiled a tutorial which will guide you through the full process of updating manually. As mentioned previously, I9500XXUFNB7 is a region specificfirmware which means you might end with some extra apps and carrier information. Extra languages might be added as well — otherwise anyone can install this on their phone. Galaxy S4 I9500 can be easily updated to XXUFNB7 Android 4.4.2 KitKat official firmware via our easy guide– and for those who have already installed, you can root this firmware.
As you continue reading below, we will guide you how to install XXUFNB7 Android 4.4.2 KitKat on Galaxy S4 I9500 using ODIN. Please note, XXUFNB7 Android 4.4.2 firmware is an official firmware by Samsung, not a custom or modified firmware hence we won’t require you to install custom recovery. We have also given some tips on how to backup your phone data and have given some other important tips. Don’t forget to backup all your apps and personal data as a precaution. Before telling you to proceed, just make sure you have checked all of your data and backed it up for later use. Let’s continue with the tutorial now.
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Android 4.4.2 XXUFNB7 Firmware Details:
Model: GT-I9500
Model name: GALAXY S4
Country: Thailand
Version: Android 4.4.2
Changelist: 699287
Build date: Fri, 28 Feb 2014 11:23:54 +0000
Product Code: THL
PDA: I9500XXUFNB7
CSC: I9500OLBFNB4
MODEM: I9500DXUFNB2
You might find these following Galaxy S4 I9500 related articles interesting:
- Root Tutorial: How to Root Galaxy S4 on Android 4.4.2 XXUFNB7 Official Firmware.
- Install ClockworkMod Recovery: How to Install ClockworkMod Recovery 6 on Galaxy S4 I9500.
- Install TWRP Recovery: How to Install TWRP Touch Recovery on Galaxy S4 I9500.
- Install Stock Recovery: How to Install Stock Recovery on Galaxy S4 I9500.
If you plan on rooting this phone or are still confused for why to root Galaxy S4 I9500, read:Benefits of Rooting Your Android Device.
Model name: GALAXY S4
Country: Thailand
Version: Android 4.4.2
Changelist: 699287
Build date: Fri, 28 Feb 2014 11:23:54 +0000
Product Code: THL
PDA: I9500XXUFNB7
CSC: I9500OLBFNB4
MODEM: I9500DXUFNB2
Samsung Galaxy S4 USB Drivers
You will need to connect your Android phone with the computer. For that, please make sure you have installed the USB drivers for Samsung Galaxy S4 properly. If not, you can download the latest official drivers from our Android USB Drivers section here:
Backup and Other Important Tips
Done with the USB drivers? Perfect. The tutorial is on the next page, but first, please take a look at the following tips and important points you need to take care of. These are important, as we don’t want anyone losing their personal data or apps:
Always backup your important data that you might need after you install a new custom ROM, an official software update or anything else. Make a backup for just in case, you never know when anything might go wrong. See below for some tips on how to backup data:
- Backup your Apps. How? –> How to Backup Android Apps.
- Backup your SMS messages. How? –> How to Backup/Restore SMS Messages.
- Backup Contacts, Gmail and Google Data. How? –> Sync with Google Sync.
- Backup Call History. How? –> How to Backup Call History.
- Backup WhatsApp Messages. How? –> How to Backup/Restore WhatsApp Messages.
- Backup APN Settings: GPRS, 3G, MMS Settings. How? Note down everything from: Settings > Wireless & Networks (More…) > Mobile networks > Access Point Names.
Samsung users can also back up data using Samsung KIES. If you backup datamanually, you get more options what to choose from and it is very easy to move data across Android devices from different manufacturers, i.e moving Samsung Galaxy Note backup data to HTC One X.
If you already have a custom recovery (ClockworkMod, TWRP etc.) installed on your phone, we strongly recommend a backup using that as it creates a complete image of your existing phone set up.
A few more optional tips that you should remember:
1. Having problems connecting your Android phone to the computer? You need to enable USB debugging mode. See here: How to Enable USB Debugging — for Gingerbread, Ice Cream Sandwich and KitKat.
2. Make sure your Android device is charged up to 80-85% battery level. This might help you: How to Check Battery Percentage. Why? Because, if your phone goes off suddenly while installing a custom ROM, flashing an official firmwareupdate or installing mods etc. — your phone might get bricked or go dead permanently. No one wants that, right?
4. Most of the tutorials and how-to guides on Team Android are for factory unlocked Android phones and tablets. We recommend NOT to try our guides if your phone is locked to a carrier, unless we have specified the carrier name or device model.
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All set and ready? Good. You can now head below and update Galaxy S4 I9500 to Android 4.4.2 XXUFNB7 official firmware update.
Always backup your important data that you might need after you install a new custom ROM, an official software update or anything else. Make a backup for just in case, you never know when anything might go wrong. See below for some tips on how to backup data:
- Backup your Apps. How? –> How to Backup Android Apps.
- Backup your SMS messages. How? –> How to Backup/Restore SMS Messages.
- Backup Contacts, Gmail and Google Data. How? –> Sync with Google Sync.
- Backup Call History. How? –> How to Backup Call History.
- Backup WhatsApp Messages. How? –> How to Backup/Restore WhatsApp Messages.
- Backup APN Settings: GPRS, 3G, MMS Settings. How? Note down everything from: Settings > Wireless & Networks (More…) > Mobile networks > Access Point Names.
Samsung users can also back up data using Samsung KIES. If you backup datamanually, you get more options what to choose from and it is very easy to move data across Android devices from different manufacturers, i.e moving Samsung Galaxy Note backup data to HTC One X.
If you already have a custom recovery (ClockworkMod, TWRP etc.) installed on your phone, we strongly recommend a backup using that as it creates a complete image of your existing phone set up.
1. Having problems connecting your Android phone to the computer? You need to enable USB debugging mode. See here: How to Enable USB Debugging — for Gingerbread, Ice Cream Sandwich and KitKat.
2. Make sure your Android device is charged up to 80-85% battery level. This might help you: How to Check Battery Percentage. Why? Because, if your phone goes off suddenly while installing a custom ROM, flashing an official firmwareupdate or installing mods etc. — your phone might get bricked or go dead permanently. No one wants that, right?
4. Most of the tutorials and how-to guides on Team Android are for factory unlocked Android phones and tablets. We recommend NOT to try our guides if your phone is locked to a carrier, unless we have specified the carrier name or device model.
