Download Android 4.4 Kitkat Firmware For Samsung Galaxy S5

Samsung Galaxy S5 mini Android smartphone can now be updated with the latest version of Kitkat 4.4.2 which is dubbed as XXU1ANG1. This new firmware comes with the almost all security fixes. While there are tons of new options which have been included in the 4.4.4 Android OS, it seems like many manufacturers are still going slow in adopting the Kitkat 4.4.3 and Kitkat 4.4.4 Android OS. This new update mainly fixes the camera issues along with some of the crash issues. Recently, Samsung has updated “Samsung Apps” to “Galaxy Apps” which is still not replaced in this update. You can manually update the Samsung Apps to the Galaxy Apps.

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Some of the stock apps have been removed and also the RAM usage has been improved in this version. Make sure that your device is G800 as thi update is only available for this device. So let’s check out on how you can apply this update manually in your device.

Disclaimer: We should be held liable or responsible in any manner for damage happened to your device due to non-fulfilling of mentioned instructions in this article.

May 28, 2016 This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. View Secifications of Samsung Galaxy S5 (Verizon) SM-G900V Mobile and Download Android Kitkat 4.4.4 Firmware.

Quick Pre Requisites:

  • Make sure that your device has 50% battery life and enable USB Debugging Mode.
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  • Backup all necessary data like SMS, Call Log, Internet Settings etc. using necessary apps and then transfer the same to your computer so that the same can be restored once the firmware is updated.

Procedure to Update Galaxy S5 mini with XXU1ANG1 Kitkat 4.4.2:

  • Download the XXU1ANG1 Firmware zip package and then Odin in your computer. Once downloaded, unzip the same in your computer and open Odin in your computer.
  • Turn off your Galaxy S5 mini so that it can be entered in the Download Mode.Press and hold Home + Power + Volume down buttons to enter the device in the Download Mode. If your Galaxy S4 I9500 enters in the Normal mode, then you need to re try the process of entering the device in the Download Mode.
  • Once your device enters in the Download mode, connect your device to the computer with the help of original USB cable Once connected, you will then see that the ID:COM section will turn yellow / blue depending upon the Odin.
  • Click on “AP” / “PDA” to select the firmware tar file and then click on “Start” to start the process of firmware update. Once the firmware is updated, device will be rebooted.
  • It will take around 3 – 5 minutes for the device to get rebooted as it prepares the system for installing the apps. Once done, you will see the home screen and this is when you need to disconnect the device from computer.
  • Head over to the path “Settings > More > About Phone” to check on whether the firmware is updated with the version detail as XXU1ANG1.

So there you go, you have now successfully updated your device with the latest version of Kitkat 4.4.2 version of firmware. Let us know in your comments section just in case if you face any issues.


The Samsung Galaxy S5 on Verizon is receiving an over-the-air update today bumping Android to version 4.4.4 KitKat. The update weighs 346MB and fixes an issue with Bluetooth audio. Hopefully, there won't be the occasional loss of audio when using certain Bluetooth headsets anymore.


Additionally, there are some security patches part of Android 4.4.4. There aren't any changes regarding the user interface of any other features of the phone.

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You can also check out the source link to the XDA Developer forums thread, where Verizon Galaxy S5 users are discussing the update. There, you'll also find the download link for the update, in case Verizon hasn't sent it out to you yet and you feel like flashing it manually.

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Reader comments

  • Anonymous
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I believe this update has also caused problems with my exchange emails all going into the unwanted folder when I synch it. :(

  • sunny
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When i get my galaxy s5 udate into 4.4.4 kitkat version...anyone tell me?

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  • narayanan
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