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Check Out the Newest Test Build of 4.4.2 KitKat for Your Samsung Galaxy S4

Jan 16, 2014 05:30 PM
Jan 16, 2014 07:19 PM
Samsung smartphone displaying the Android logo and version 4.4.2.

Leaks everywhere! Recently we saw the international Galaxy Note 3 (model SM-N9005) receive a new build of Android 4.4.2 KitKat. While that build wasn't quite ready for the S4, Samsung dropped a new piece of software which indicates that a final build for our devices may come sooner rather than later.

The latest test version is for the Galaxy S4 model GT-I9505, the European variant, and sports build number I9505XXUFNA5. This build has been tested and contains some big fixes, specifically the multi-tasking bug that was apparent in previous test builds.

Airplane wing above clouds during daytime.
Android 4.4.2 logo on red background
A colorful collage of various icons and symbols related to technology and communication.
Airplane wing above clouds during daytime.
Android 4.4.2 logo on red background
A colorful collage of various icons and symbols related to technology and communication.

Along with bug fixes, you'll notice some KitKat touches, such as white text and a transparent status bar. You'll also see improvements with the keyboard (especailly in landscape mode), increased benchmark scores, and a camera shortcut right on the lockscreen.

Samsung Galaxy welcome screen with language selection and accessibility options.
Check Out the Newest Test Build of 4.4.2 KitKat for Your Samsung Galaxy S4
Network connections settings menu on a mobile device.
Samsung Galaxy welcome screen with language selection and accessibility options.
Check Out the Newest Test Build of 4.4.2 KitKat for Your Samsung Galaxy S4
Network connections settings menu on a mobile device.

Ready to jump in? Head over to Sammobile and grab the latest and greatest. Remember, this is a test build, and it is particular to the model number. If you aren't sure if this is for your device, exercise caution before you make any chances to your device—flashing an improper build can and will have negative effects, so be careful!

All images courtesy of Sammobile

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