How to change the firmware on android

How to change the firmware on android

Rebuild your Andriod device is possible, even if the official version has not appeared on it. This is a rather long and complex procedure, however, if you precisely follow the instructions, you will succeed. It often happens that the older versions of smartphones and update tablets cease to emerge at all. Meanwhile, the newer the android system, the more comfortable and functionality, so many users seek to update the firmware version manually. Thus, you have two options: perform the official update of the device, which is available on your phone or flash the device on your own. You can read more about these methods in this article.



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How to change the firmware on android through the update

  • To begin with, it is better to check whether you have the ability to download the official update on your device. If you find it, you can download and install directly from the phone. The whole procedure will take ten minutes, no more.
  • Open the tray device and go to the settings by clicking the gear icon at the top of the screen.

  • Lower the list to the bottom to open the "On Device" item.

  • The very first "Update manual download" you need at the moment. Click on it.

  • Search for new updates will take a few seconds, wait and do not close this window.

  • If updates are found, the device will be offered to download them immediately. Agree to this and simply wait - the installation will be executed.
  • But when you see the message "Recent updates already installed" on the screen, you can only resort to the second way.



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How to change the firmware on android manually

Follow free time and patience. This article will use an example with SAMSUNG J5. You will need such a software:

  • The ODIN program is the latest version for the computer.
  • The firmware file downloaded from the Internet.
  • Fresh drivers for your phone.
  • The SAMSUNG KIES software installed or other software for your model.

In addition, you will need your phone or tablet and USB cord.

  • Make sure your device is read on the computer, for it drivers and Samsung Kies are installed. You can download software from the official site by reference http://www.samsung.com.

  • Now download the latest version of the ODIN program, which is designed specifically for flashing devices. Go to the site http://www.droidviews.com And download the version where "Latest" is written.

  • Here you can download the latest drivers on Samsung.

  • You can download the firmware on the site https://www.sammobile.com.where registration will be required. But the easiest way to contact the 4PDA service and search for the model of your phone.

  • When all components are downloaded to your computer, you can start setting.
  • Open the archive with the ODIN program and double-click the file with the .exe extension file

  • The program opens instantly. You only need to wait.

  • Now unzip the file with the phone firmware. Directory specify any of your desire.
  • Click Odin on the "BL" button.

  • Select the firmware file for android among directory. Once you find it and select it, click "Open".

  • Connect the phone to the computer via USB. If the drivers are updated, you will see the connection in the ODIN program on the left side of the screen.
  • You need to translate the phone to the boot mode. On each device its own combination, it is better to clarify it on the Internet.

  • Once everything is ready, click "Start". Your phone can reboot several times during the update process. Do not touch the device and do not press anything in the ODIN program. You will see an alert on the screen when the firmware is installed.
  • If there are any problems in the process, try resetting the settings on the device. How to do it you will learn in the article How to reset to the factory settings android.

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