As you know, Samsung is no longer releasing an OTA update for the Galaxy S3 Mini. Thus, the phone is stuck on KitKat OS, unless of course you want to leave with
How to update your Galaxy S3 Mini with Android 5.0 Lollipop.
As you know, Samsung is no longer releasing an OTA update for the Galaxy S3 Mini. Thus, the phone is stuck on KitKat OS, unless of course you want to keep the devices officially. But, if you're ready to turn up a little operational version then we recommend you check the recommendation below. In this tutorial, we'll show you how to easily and safely update your Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini on Android 5.0 Lollipop OS using new firmware Rom.
This drive is built from pure AOSP Android 5.0 Lollipop OS, as the goal is to bring the default and latest version Android firmware for Galaxy S3 Mini. The drive has therefore been tuned and optimized in order to fit with your SGS3 Mini. So, if you want to test it yourself, then feel free to check all the lines below, as you will find all the details you need for the flashing process there.
First of all, you should know that this custom version of Android 5.0 L OS works seamlessly on the Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini. According to users who already have AOSP ROM installed, there aren't any errors or other software-related issues. Of course, since we're talking about custom drives, you might find unusual things, but don't expect to have major bugs or pesky problems and you can install it for daily use.
After flashing, you will be able to get the latest lolipop functions and applications. In addition, with the help of this disc, you can improve your Galaxy S3 Mini device.

In a few words, you can improve battery life, gain faster speed, change the default Samsung UI, update quick view web pages and other updates.
I also want to note that after you get into this firmware, your phone warranty is no longer valid. In case of anything by phone, you will take the service center of the company, you will have to pay. But guarantees can also be returned, with the official firmware path.
I also want to note that this drive is not an official release from Samsung or Google, only a custom drive that was created on the latest AOSP release. So don't bundle the aforementioned company into this firmware.
Before installing, your phone must have Root and the latest version of the recovery (TWRP Recovery). I also remind you, never forget to make a Nandroid backup of the disk that you are sitting at the moment, this is to ensure that if the new disk is not to your liking, you can easily return your old disk. How? Read below.
Read and understand the entire manual before actually following the instructions.
Warning: Use these instructions at your own risk. We will not be held responsible for anything that happens to you or your device resulting from the use of the information in this manual.
This tutorial is for Galaxy S3 Mini only. Please do not try to install on any other device.

Make sure the drivers for your device are installed on your computer. You need to enable USB debugging mode which is disabled by default. Your smartphone should have 70-80% charge. Never skip Nandroid backup as it is very useful, if this firmware does not work the way you want, then you can easily return your old disk. This tutorial will destroy all data.

Proceed at your own risk. Samsung Kies will not detect your phone after installing this disk because it is a custom firmware. Make sure to back up all data in your phone memory before proceeding. How to make backup read here. Another way: here.
New stable CM12.1 release (20160210) is available for S3 Mini, go here.
The developers recommend installing the firmware via TWRP Recovery, and we will do so.
> Install the firmware via TWRP Recovery:

1. First, download both files from the link above to your computer.
2. Connect your device to your computer and copy both files to the root directory on your device (not any folder).
3. Disconnect your phone and turn it off. And make sure you wait 5-6 seconds to complete the power off completely.
4. You will now boot your phone into recovery mode (TWRP Recovery) by pressing and holding the Volume Up, Home and Power buttons.
5. Run a nandroid backup of the existing disk using the backup program located in the twrp recovery main menu.
6. Select: Backup ››, - set file name and confirm the process.
8. Select: Wipe "Advanced Wipe" - and from the bottom select: Swipe to wipe.
9. Select: Install ›› cm12.0_golden.nova.20150308.zip ››, - confirm the process.
10.

Select: Install ›› gapps-lp-20150314.zip ››, - confirm the process.
You should now be running Android 5.0.2 Lollipop on your Galaxy S3 Mini. Enjoy!
Going back to the previous ROM: To go back to the previous ROM, boot into recovery, select Backup and Restore and restore your previous ROM by selecting it from the list.

How to update galaxy s3 mini, from android 5.0 lollipop

Samsung has officially stopped upgrading the international variant, meaning you cannot get official update Android KitKat. Naturally, when such a thing happens, the online community makes up for the gap. And this is very good news, because Samsung, despite the abundance of complaints and online petitions, does not seem to want to upgrade its Galaxy S3 to KitKat (although everyone knows you can; Android 4.4.4 is designed to run on a 1GHz processor and 512 MB of RAM).

ParanoidAndroid is a ROM created by a dedicated development team and the latest (final) version has just arrived for the international Galaxy S3 model, which is the I9300. Of course, being a custom ROM, the process of installing it on your phone requires you to have root access, which could potentially bite the phone if it went wrong and void the warranty too.

Still unsure? Here's an excerpt from Android View on reviewing ROMs: “PA3 + is an AOSP based rum and most of all I love it for its beauty, especially its hybrid flexibility. The performance of the ROM is fast and responsive, but one thing that still worries me is the battery life. Don't expect very decent battery performance from it. Install it, enjoy it and look forward to fixing the battery leak in the future. "

We hate to say such things, but we must emphasize that if you are going to root your phone and install this ROM, then you are doing it at your own risk. We do not accept any responsibility if your phone stops working!

Before we start

1. First of all, it is important to clarify that this software and procedure is for the international variant of the Galaxy S3, only for the I9300. To make sure you have the correct model, go to Settings> About Phone, where you should see the model number. If it's I9300, move forward. In addition, the phone must be disconnected from the network.
2. Secondly, it is good idea to back up any important files or data you may have on board your Galaxy S3 before moving on. You can manually connect your phone to your PC and eject what you need, or you can use a custom recovery tool such as ClockworkMod or TWRP - these tools create a complete backup of your phone and you can restore the state you were in if things go wrong or you change your mind. (provided that the phone is not completely bricked, of course).
3. Make sure your computer has updated USB drivers to connect to your phone.
4. Make sure your smartphone is in USB debugging mode. Go to Settings> Developer Options and check the box next to Enable USB Debugging. Please note that if you cannot see the developer options, you can open them by clicking on the build number software seven times.
5. Make sure your phone is fully charged.
6. Make sure you have microSD card in phone.

You should have received root rights to your smartphone!

Receive files

You must download the custom PA ROM:

• ParanoidAndroid ROM

You must also download compatible google apps, you have a choice of two sets:

• Google App Files (templated)
• Google App Files (full)

Now flash it!

Using these downloaded files, connect your phone to your computer with via USB... Copy the PA firmware and Google Apps archive files to the root folder of your phone's SD card - don't extract the files!

You can now install ROM using recovery methods either through ClockworkMod (CWM) or TWRP Recovery.

If you are using CWM

1. Select wipe data / factory reset. Then select "Yes" when prompted.
2. Select erase the cache partition and confirm.
3. Go to the main CWM menu. Click Advanced and then Wipe Dalvik cache and confirm.
4. Select "Install Zip from SD Card" then "Select zip from SD Card". Find the final ParanoidAndroid ROM file, select it and then confirm.
5. Once this is done, select "Return" next to "Reboot System Now" from the recovery menu. Wait for the phone to complete the reboot process, which can take up to five minutes.

If you are using TWRP

1. Turn off your phone and wait 5-10 seconds until it turns off completely.
2. Boot your phone into recovery mode by holding the volume up, home, and power button at the same time until the recovery screen appears. You can use the volume keys to navigate the recovery options and the power button to select an action.
3. Click "Erase" and scroll down. Select "Reset to factory settings".
4. Now choose Erase> Advanced Erase and select System. Scroll down and select Swipe to Erase.
5. Click install and find the final ParanoidAndroid file on your SD card. Swipe down on the screen and make a selection to confirm the firmware.
6. Follow the same procedure for google files App.
7. After the installation is complete, click "reboot" and select "System". The reboot can take up to five minutes.
8. Note that if your phone gets stuck in a boot loop, please do a factory reset from recovery mode.

Samsung Galaxy S3 is the new Android flagship.

So in the end, what everyone expected happened! Months later, a huge amount of rumors and unconfirmed data, Samsung almost a couple of minutes ago showed its own new device from the Galaxy line - Galaxy S3

Galaxy S3 update to Android 5.1.1

In this video, I made a mini review on update system, if you wish, a more detailed analysis of this update.

Outside, the novelty looks very, very presentable: smooth lines, a fairly narrow body and several colors. For some reason this device reminds me Galaxy Note but with one huge difference, the Galaxy S3 is neater.

The novelty can be tested with a delightful 4.8-inch SuperAMOLED HD screen with a resolution of 1280x720 pixels, an 8 megapixel camera and a rather impressive 2100 mAh battery.

As they say in the Samsung Galaxy S III - this is a phone that sees, hears and answers. The new product implements several special functions that are focused on the delicate interaction of the device with its owner.

— S-Voice function, (some analogue of Apple Siri) recognizes the voice of the owner and makes his commands.

- With the help of Smart stay, the device itself will be aware when the user is reading a book or surfing the network, and will maintain the brightness at the same level so as not to strain the eyes.

- The S Beam function allows you to exchange multimedia content with other users of the Samsung Galaxy S3 simply by touching two devices, the phone itself will start transferring files, and at the end it will simply notify the owner.

- The Buddy photo share function will itself find and distribute the photos captured by the camera of the device to all those who are captured on them.

SGS3 also knows how to connect to smart TVs wirelessly using the AllShare Cast application. However, it is not clear yet it will work with all TVs. Also, everything that happens on the phone display can be displayed on several computers connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

As I mentioned above, the resolution of the main camera is 8 megapixels, and it will be able to amuse all lovers of mobile photography with indescribable speed and the ability to take a series of pictures of 20 frames. After that, the user himself can choose any frames he likes from this series, and simply delete others.

As for the price - 29,990 rubles in Russia, the start of sales is scheduled for June. In Europe, the device will cost about 550-600 Euro, depending on the country (2nd half of May).

Finally, SGS 3 will be available in 3 different versions: with 16, 32 and 64GB memory. But for those who will miss the integrated memory, the device has a slot for memory cards in microSD format.

Technical properties of Samsung Galaxy S III:

OS: Android 4.0 with Touchwiz Nature UX shell.

Screen: 4.8 ", 1280x720, Super Amoled, Pentile.

Microprocessor: Samsung Exynos 4 Quad.

RAM: 1 GB.

Memory: 16/32/64 GB MicrosD 50 GB on Dropbox.

Camera: 8 MP, autofocus, flash, BSI, video shooting in 1080p.

Front camera: 1.9 MP, HD video recording at 30 frames per second.

Communication: 2G / 3G / 4G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, NFC.

Dimensions and weight: 136.6 x 70.6 x 8.6mm 133g.

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One narrow-minded person wrote - repeats the entire Ruinet.

Nifiga is not 646450 GB on Dropbox.

Dropbox syncs files from a local folder, in other words, out of 128 gigs, you can sync 50 with other devices.

Hmm, I took sgc1 in July of that year, everything suits me, I bought a very narrow film on eeeee, I found it on aliexpress back cover made of soft-touch plastic for 3.99, now the smart is comfortable to hold in the hand, does not slip, put AOKP ICS, good version 4th android, plus there is still a USB HOST in sgc1, the screen diagonal of 4 inches is just excellent, he held various flagships with a larger diagonal, it is not so pleasant to work on them with one hand, I do not see the point at all on this moment change smart, tk. the performance of a single-core processor is enough for daily tasks, well, all new games are coming.

Tell me please, I wish I could take the Samsung galaxt s3 for myself in a year. To take it, I watched reviews, videos, drawings, everything suits me, but I'm still hesitant and looking for other brands to buy, please tell me.

in a year even more cool and new models will be! I can wait until August and take the Iphone, although I like the Samsung more S2 I have been using it for a year already, in general, I’m not complaining.

Well, in general, I agree with Eugene - progress does not stand still and in a year something will be smarter / more attractive / faster, etc., BUT! If you want to take specifically at the moment, this second, then in my opinion (and you write here to get acquainted with the views) - SGS3 is the best that Samsung has ever released from own phones namely, the best that is on the market at the moment ... Again, I can back up my words by taking HTC One X for a week (the only rival to SGS3 at that time), and later Samsung ... without even looking at the flaw in the material, feelings material of the SGS3 case, slowed down on it ... abilities, thoughtfulness, support for various tasks / chips / protocols / formats are simply amazing ... and all this is out of the box ... you don't need to surf the Internet in search of any programs / codecs / managers / viewers / drivers (I installed only a navigation program myself, so that it could work only through GPS, an office program and a simple photo editor - to do the effects in photos right away), the main thing is to make updates (I'm only for the official ones, which the phone itself offers). Well, it's better to take cheaper - 30,000 re for a phone - it's not just a lot, THIS IS VERY, VERY MUCH ... (I took it for 19,000) ... I use it myself for a month and 3 weeks - and I'm very satisfied ...

A pipe from a bitten apple in comparison with the SGS3-heaven and earth, although, as the Germans said, to each his own. VERY playful, successful in calling, stuffed to the eyeballs, installs applications at once, but ... Absolutely slippery, traffic eats like a bull terrier, it is unclear where and why it sends data about the owner from all applications, and there are still a lot of problems. And so, everything is at a high level.

From your message, in general, it is not clear what is stuffed, what slides, where is the bull terrier ... sorry.

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S3 will not only destroy the iPhone, but also abuse the corpse)))

The huge size of the phone won't give an iPhone to destroy.

I really hoped to switch from an iPhone to a new Gelexi, but after the presentation I realized that I didn't need such a "bast shoe" in my pocket 🙂

will you do a review later?

4.8 ″ screen - I'm disappointed. I only got rid of the nexus because of 4.65. ugly awkward. 🙁

Alexander N., I would be glad if I could not) I live in the region, I haven’t got to the city recently) I’m going to take it from the web store) By the way, are there any problems with carrying in the jeans / trousers pocket? It's just that for the first time I will take a phone with such a screen diagonal, previously it was negligible Samsung Star)

Turn it into the pocket to fit)) Although the size is certainly much larger than the Samsung Star, I have, for example Htc ONE X in the pocket quietly fits, although naturally, his presence is felt, as the body says, the shovel is not small ...

BLIIINN Screen: 4.8 ", 1280x720, Super Amoled, PENTILE !! couldn’t the Koreans have made a screen without a pentail…. he spoils the whole picture about the flagship now there are doubts whether to change your own galaxy from 2 ... although the resolution is higher, but with a pentail everything wakes up worse

Samsung has long been time to change designers!

And the phone seems to be not that narrow. This is a silver outline - an optical illusion.

As you know, device generations are changing today at a tremendous pace. The good news is that the developers do not immediately forget about support and release updates. Today we will discuss updates for the Samsung Galaxy S3.

Updating via the device menu

Usually, the most correct and easiest way to make any changes to a smartphone is that provided by the manufacturer. The fact is that when using it, you are most likely protected by the developers from the possibility of causing irreparable harm to your gadget. If not, then before taking critical actions, you will be warned a fair number of times and will be sure to inform you about how it all can end and whether you really want to do it.

If you go to the menu item "Settings"(it is shown in the figure), by scrolling down a little, you can find the item "About device"... It contains information about the firmware, the gadget's filling, as well as the installed software components.

There you will also find the item "System update" and when you click on it, your phone will start searching for updates, then download and install them. A reboot is required after the operations performed in order to activate updated version software.

This software is included with the Galaxy S3. If for some reason you could not update your phone automatically, you can use this method. The interface is also intuitive, so there shouldn't be any difficulties.

1. Connect your phone to your computer using the micro USB cable (supplied with your phone).

2. Launch Kies on the PC with the operating Windows system or Mac.

4. If nothing happens, lower the tab "Notification Areas" on your phone. If it says it's linked as a camera, click on this area to change your USB connection option. Select connection as "Media device".

5. Wait for the update process to complete.

Done, your Samsug galaxy S3 is promoted.

Among dozens of smartphone models produced annually by one of the market leaders - Samsung - the manufacturer's flagship devices attract special attention. As for the software part of the Samsung flagships, here we can talk about the broadest possibilities for its mutability. Consider in this aspect Samsung model GT-I9300 Galaxy S III - the methods of flashing the device will be discussed in the material below.

A high level of performance and a large margin of productivity, thanks to the use of the most advanced achievements of the industry, make it possible to use Samsung's flagship solutions for many years without problems, without a critical drop in performance. Only the software part of the device requires some attention. However, for interaction with the system software, up to its complete replacement, there are handy tools and proven methods.

All manipulations according to the instructions below are performed by the user at his own peril and risk. The author of the article and the Administration of the site do not guarantee the achievement of positive and desired results by the owner of the device, and are not responsible for possible damage to the smartphone as a result of incorrect actions!

To carry out the process of reinstalling the system software in the Samsung GT-I9300 Galaxy S3 as quickly and efficiently as possible, it is necessary to carry out several preparatory procedures. This question due attention should be paid, because only after proper preparation can you count on positive result firmware and quick elimination of errors, the appearance of which is possible when installing Android in the device.

Drivers

Almost all procedures involving serious interference with the system software of an Android smartphone require the use of a PC and specialized utilities as tools to perform manipulations. Therefore, the first thing that should be taken care of when there is a need to flash Samsung GT-I9300 is the correct pairing of the device and the computer, that is, installing the drivers.

USB debugging mode

In order for Windows applications to interact with the software components of the smartphone, a special mode must be activated on the device - « USB debugging» ... This option will need to be used for almost any manipulation involving access to data in the phone's memory. To enable the mode, do the following:

Root-rights and BusyBox

Without obtaining Superuser rights, it is impossible to seriously interfere with the software part of the Samsung GT-I9300 Galaxy S III. At the preparatory stage, root rights will make it possible to create a full-fledged backup, and in the future they will allow you to carry out almost any manipulations with the system software, up to its complete replacement.

To get privileges on the model in question, one of the software tools is used: KingRoot or KingoRoot - these are the fastest and simplest means by which it is easy to root the device. The choice of a specific application is up to the user; in general, they work equally efficiently and are easy to use.

In addition to root rights, many operations with the Galaxy S3 GT-I9300 model require an installed
BusyBox is a set of console utilities that allow you to perform manipulations that require the connection of additional OS kernel modules. The installer that allows you to get BusyBox is available in the Google Play Market.

Backup

Theoretically, after installing the drivers for manipulating the Samsung GT-I9300 Galaxy S III through programs for interacting with memory sections, there are practically no obstacles left, you can proceed to Android installation, but, as you know, this process may not always be error-free and can lead to damage to individual software components of the device, not to mention the fact that all user data will be deleted as a result of the procedure and you will need to restore everything you need - contacts, photos, applications, etc. In short, it is highly discouraged to start reinstalling Android without a preliminary backup.

User data

To save the information accumulated in the phone's memory during the operation, the easiest way is to use the proprietary Smart Switch tool from Samsung, mentioned in the description of the driver installation process. We do only three simple steps and all information will be archived into a backup:

It should be noted that restoring from a backup created using Samsung proprietary software will only be possible on a smartphone running official firmware... If you plan to switch to custom or you want to additionally be safe from data loss, you can use one of the instructions for creating backups offered in the material at the link below:

EFS section

An extremely important system memory area of ​​smartphones is "EFS"... V this section contains serial number device, IMEI, GPS ID, MAC-addresses of Wi-Fi-, and Bluetooth-modules. Damage or removal "EFS" in the process of manipulating system partitions for various reasons will lead to inoperability network interfaces and in individual cases to the impossibility of turning on the phone.

For the model in question, creating a backup "EFS" before reinstalling the system software is not just a recommendation, but a mandatory requirement! Ignoring the operation to create a dump greatly increases the level of risk of getting an inoperative smartphone!

In order to always be able to quickly restore the partition "EFS" in Samsung Galaxy S3, let's create a dump of the area using a specialized software tool – EFS Professional.

Recovery "EFS" the tab is used "Restore" in EFS Professional. After connecting the smartphone in the same order as when creating a backup, and going to the program recovery section in the list "Select a backup archive to restore" you need to select a backup file, check for marks in the checkboxes of the field Archive Backup Contens and by pressing the button "Restore", wait for the completion of the procedure.

Firmware

One of the notable features of Samsung's flagship devices is the presence of a huge number of modified unofficial firmware for them. The use of such solutions makes it possible to completely transform the software shell and get new versions of Android. But before moving on to installing custom, you should study the installation methods official versions systems. In case of problems, this skill will allow you to restore the model software to its original state.

Method 1: Smart Switch

The manufacturer Samsung has a rather tough policy regarding interference with the software of its own brand devices. The only thing he allows you to do in relation to Galaxy firmware S3 officially is an update of the system version through the proprietary Smart Switch software, which we already used above when installing drivers and creating backup information from a smartphone.

1. Install and run Smart Switch. We connect the smartphone launched in Android to the USB port of the computer.



2. After the model is identified in the application, an automatic verification of the version of the system installed in the phone with the edition available on the Samsung servers is carried out, and if an update is possible, a corresponding notification is displayed. Push "Update".



3. We confirm the need to start updating the phone system version - button "Continue" in the appeared window-request with the revision numbers of the installed and available for installation system software.



4. After reading the conditions under which the update is successful, click "Everything is confirmed".



5. Further, Smart Switch will carry out the necessary manipulations automatically, informing about what is happening in special windows with progress bars:
   

   

6. After receiving confirmation of the successful completion of the OS update in the Smart Switch window

   

   Samsung GT-I9300 Galaxy S3 can be disconnected from the USB port - all system software components are already optimized.

Method 2: ODIN

Using the universal ODIN tool to replace system software and restore Android in Samsung devices is the most effective method of manipulation. The application allows you to install official firmware of two types - service and single-file, and the installation of the first version of the package is one of the few ways to "revive" inoperable in the software Galaxy S III.

Before using ONE to overwrite the Samsung GT-I9300 memory partitions, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with the instructions for reinstalling the system software using the application, in general, from the material available at the link:

Service package

A special type of system software package used in service centers and intended for installation in Android devices Samsung through ONE got the name "Multi-file firmware" due to the fact that it includes several system component files. You can download an archive containing a service solution for the model in question at the link:

1. We transfer S3 to Odin-mode. For this:
2. We launch ONE and connect the phone to the USB port. We make sure that the device was identified in the program in the form of a field filled with blue color with the number of the COM port through which the connection is made.



3. We add to the program the components of the multi-file firmware from the folder obtained as a result of unpacking the archive downloaded from the link above.

   

   To do this, we press the buttons one by one and indicate the files in the Explorer window in accordance with the table:

   

   After loading all software components into the program, the ONE window should look like this:

   

4. If you plan to re-partition the device's memory, specify the path to the PIT file on the tab "Pit".

   

   It is advisable to carry out re-partitioning only in critical situations and when errors appear during the operation of ONE without a PIT file! Initially, you should try to carry out the process of reinstalling Android, omitting this step!

   Push the button "PIT" on the tab of the same name in ODIN and add the file "Mx.pit" present in the catalog with the proposed package.

   

   When using a PIT file while reinstalling Android on Samsung GT-I9300 in the tab "Options" ODIN must be checked "Re-Partition".



5. After making sure that all files have been added to the appropriate fields and the parameters are set correctly, press the button "Start" to start transferring files to the machine's memory.



6. We are waiting for ONE to overwrite the smartphone's memory areas. Interrupting the process is unacceptable, it remains only to observe the progress indicators in the flasher window and, at the same time,

   

   on the S3 screen.



7. After the indication field of ongoing processes in ODIN displays "PASS",
   
   

   the device will reboot and the OS components will be initialized.



8. Android installation is complete, and as a result, we get cleaned from the remnants of the previous one operating system device,

   

   which demonstrates the same level of performance as when it was first turned on after purchase.

   

Single file firmware

If you need to simply reinstall Android, update or roll back the version of the official Samsung GT-I9300 OS, a single-file package is usually used. Download latest version the official OS for Russia, in order to install it through ONE, follow the link:

It is much easier to install such a solution than a service one. It is enough to follow the same steps as in the instructions for working with a multi-file package, but instead of points 3 and 4, you need to use the button "AP" adding a single file * .tar contained in the directory obtained as a result of unpacking the archive with single-file firmware.

Method 3: Mobile ODIN

Many users of Android devices are interested in the possibility of reinstalling the OS on the device without using a PC. For Samsung GT-I9300 this action feasible using the Mobile ODIN tool - an Android application that allows you to seamlessly install official single-file firmware.

You can get the tool in the device by downloading from Google play Market.

Successful execution of Mobile One functions is possible only if root rights are obtained on the device!

The software package used in the example below can be downloaded from the link:

1. Install Mobile One and place the package to be installed in internal memory Galaxy S3 or to a memory card installed in the device.



2. Launch the application and provide Mobile ODIN with root rights.



3. We load additional MobileOne components that provide the ability to install packages with system software. An update prompt will appear the first time you run the tool. We confirm the need to download add-ons by tapping the button "Download" and await the completion of the installation of the modules.



4. Before installation, the firmware file must be uploaded to Mobile ODIN. Scrolling through the list of options on the main screen of the application, we find and click "Open file ..."... Select the storage where the firmware was copied, then specify the file to be installed.



5. If the system version is being rolled back, you must first clear the memory sections of the device. To do this, mark the checkboxes "Wipe data and cache", as well as Wipe Dalvik cache.

   

   In the event of an update, data cleansing may not be carried out, but the procedure is recommended, as it allows you to remove "software garbage" from the system, and also prevents the appearance of many errors during the installation of Android and its further operation!

6. Push "Flash" and confirm the appearing application requests.



7. Mobile Odin performs further manipulations without user intervention. The latter can only observe:



8. After the welcome screen appears, we initial setup OS parameters.



9. Everything is ready for using Samsung GT-I9300 Galaxy S III running a reinstalled official Android.

Method 4: Custom firmware

The above methods of installing the official editions of Android in the Samsung S3 allow you to bring the device to the factory state and solve a lot of problems that arise for various reasons in the process of using a smartphone. If the purpose of the device firmware is to completely transform the software part, introduce new functions into the device and turn the phone into a truly modern device, at least with regard to the OS version, the device, you should pay attention to the possibility of installing one of the custom firmwares.

Since the level of popularity of the model in question is extremely high, a a large number of various unofficial system software solutions based on Android versions KitKat, Lollipop, Marshmallow and Nougat. Below are the most popular modified skins for S3, and their installation can be divided into two stages - equipping the smartphone with modified recovery, and then the direct installation of the unofficial Android.

Installing, running, configuring TWRP

In order for it to be possible to install a modified unofficial OS on the model in question, the device must be equipped with a special recovery environment - custom recovery. There are several solutions available for the device in question, including ClockworkMod Recovery (CWM) and its updated version of Philz Touch, but TeamWin Recovery (TWRP) is considered the most functional and convenient product today, and should be installed to obtain results, as in the examples below.

For all Samsung flagship solutions, the TeamWin team has officially developed and released packages with recovery, which are installed using several methods. Two of them have already been described in articles on our website.

In an effort to get on the Samsung GT-I9300 newest versions Android, many owners of the device ignore the possibility of using one of the most beautiful and functional shells for the device in question - MIUI. Meanwhile, this particular product is considered one of the better solutions, despite the fact that it is based on the losing relevance of Android 4.4.

MIUI packages designed for installation in the model under consideration are available, among other things, on the websites of well-known development teams miui.su and xiaomi.eu.