Android update via kies. How to get rid of the pirated version
XIX century - time cloud technologies. Another ten years will pass and users’ work files, software, contacts and even a photo of their favorite cat will be stored in disk arrays distant servers - in the cloud. Although user account information Google posts stored remotely, Android device manufacturers release software packages, which can synchronize contacts and photos, backup and update software locally, saving data on the user’s computer. For Samsung smartphones or tablets, this is the Kies program. We’ll look at how to use it to update your Android gadget below.
Simple tools for working with Android firmware
A long time ago when Cell phones were large, green, and called Nokia or Erricson, the firmware of the device was recorded at the factory once and for all. After all, these devices were very simple: calls, SMS, sometimes a browser, looking at which you wanted to cry. As time passed, the process of updating phone software became simpler and more accessible, but only with the advent of smartphones among the masses did the process of updating their firmware become as simple as creating a new one mailbox. Maybe a little more complicated.
Engineering and service utilities working with firmware is crammed with many functions, the incorrect use of which can easily make the device inoperable. Therefore, for undemanding or unprepared users, smartphone manufacturers have released programs that allow you to flash your device without risk or headaches. Even without choosing settings, but in 2-3 mouse clicks.
The Kies program is just such a tool for Samsung smartphones or tablets.
Smartphone and program for working with it
What is it for?
There are several reasons that force the owner to try to flash a smartphone:
What is needed to correctly flash and update the device?
In order for the firmware to be successful and not make your smartphone a useless piece of glass and plastic, you need to follow simple rules:
Attention! If your device has Custom firmware installed, the Kies program will not recognize the smartphone and will not be able to work with it. In this case, use other means: Odin program or firmware via CWM Recovery.
How to flash a smartphone or tablet using Kies Samsung
We connect the smartphone to the computer using a cable and launch the Samsung Kies program. The program will recognize your device and display information about it: current version firmware, as well as availability on the server new firmware, if there is one.
Smartphone identified
A dialog box will open asking you to install the new version of the software. If you agree, click the “Yes” button.
Firmware launch confirmation
Another dialog box will appear with a list of what not to do during the firmware process, as well as a request for permission for Samsung to collect your personal data. You can agree, or you can refuse - this will not affect the firmware process. When you have read everything carefully, click the “Start update” button.
Request to collect user information
The program begins preparing for the firmware and downloads its components from the server. The download size can be from half to one and a half gigabytes, so you will have to wait. The status bar at the bottom of the window will inform you of the download progress.
Attention! At this stage, the smartphone is disconnected from the program and is not visible in the list of connected devices. This is completely normal - after the download finishes it will restart in special regime. Follow the green robot!
Downloading firmware components
The device reboots and enters Download Firmware mode. A robot appears on his screen, just like in the movie " Star Wars", only green. Under the robot is a scale showing the progress of the firmware.
Do not turn off your smartphone at this stage under any circumstances, this will lead to crash and the device will become inoperable. Further recovery will be possible only through service programs or engineers.
When the progress reaches 100%, the firmware will be completed and the device will reboot. The Kies program will notify you that the firmware has been successfully completed and will issue a short report.
Report from successful completion of firmware
The process of downloading and updating the firmware is lengthy and can take from 40 minutes to an hour. The first launch after updating your smartphone is also long, so no need to worry. If during the flashing process the device freezes and shows no signs of life, emergency firmware recovery, which will be discussed in the next chapter, can help.
Emergency (non-standard) firmware recovery in the Samsung Kies program
Typically, disaster recovery is a consequence of a normal firmware update not completing correctly. The cat pulled the cable, the installer turned off the switch, the computer froze - the result is the same: the smartphone does not start and the firmware must be restored. Emergency recovery with Kies is available if the smartphone goes into emergency mode.
If the program does not recognize the smartphone automatically, select the emergency (emergency) recovery mode manually
Manual mode emergency firmware recovery
In the dialog box that opens, select the device for which you want to perform an emergency recovery
Selecting a device to restore
Firmware report
Additional features: carriage and small cart
In addition to working with the firmware of smartphones or tablets, the program contains a number of useful functions:
Sync contacts, tasks and calendar on your phone
The program can synchronize the following elements:
Setting up synchronization
Mark the items you want to synchronize and click the “sync” button
A situation may arise when, in the interval between two synchronizations, the data was corrected on the device and the computer, and in different ways. In this case, the program will issue a warning about data mismatches and will ask you to choose which information is considered correct.
Synchronization. Data mismatch warning
Backing up device data
The Backup/Restore function allows you to make an archive copy of some data and restore it on the same or another device.
Attention! Not all information from your smartphone or tablet will be transferred correctly to another device! Especially if the other device is not Samsung.
Available for copying and subsequent restoration following types data:
Music, video, photo and user files are archived only from the internal memory of the smartphone. Data from the memory card will not be included in the archive!
Various items can be added to the synchronization dialog depending on the connected device
In order to make an archival copy of data from a smartphone to a computer, in the “Backup/Restore” tab you need to select the groups of data that need to be saved in a copy and click the “backup” button.
Files archival copy are saved on the computer’s hard drive at the address “Documents/samsung/Kies/Backup”
In conclusion, we present a traditional video tutorial, which covers all the described procedures and shows how to work with the program practically “on your fingers”.
Video: how to use Samsung Kies program
Modern Android devices are becoming closer and closer to a person - an inexperienced IT user. Programs for working with smartphones are also becoming simpler and more convenient. Samsung Kies is a perfect illustration of this progress. User-friendly interface, step-by-step “wizards” for each function, rich reference Information on the official website is a guarantee that a schoolchild, a student, a glamorous blonde and even a retired grandmother - a representative of the “old school” - can cope with the program.
Flashing gadgets - especially expensive smartphones and Samsung tablets starting with the Galaxy line - you can do it in different ways, but it’s much safer to use Kies - a service that will help you flash and update your device on Android. This is what we will talk about.
Why and how phones, smartphones and tablets are flashed
Before rushing to the coveted firmware, familiarize yourself with the pros and cons of firmware and device updates.
What you need to know
Reasons for flashing devices:
- a huge number of preinstalled and standard applications, taking away performance resources, free disk space and battery energy;
- desire to use engineering menu and others hidden possibilities devices disabled by the manufacturer;
- the desire to try different official and “custom” firmware of the same platform;
- the desire to “hide” from tracking by services collecting information about the user;
- participation in development and testing third party programs for mobile devices.
Disadvantages of self-firmware:
- loss of warranty;
- disabling the device (“bricking”), leading to software repair the gadget in the service center exclusively at your own expense during the warranty period;
- errors when launching some applications;
- a non-functioning hardware unit or component in a device - for example, inadequate GPS work, Bluetooth, etc.;
- rapid battery discharge (processes responsible for both discharge control on Android level, as well as others that consume more resources than they should).
Rules that will be useful when flashing Android devices
- It is best to flash the device from a laptop that has a working and fully charged battery.
- The smartphone or tablet being flashed or updated must be fully charged and the battery must not be worn out.
- Firmware is most often carried out via cable - take care of its reliability.
- The USB ports on the PC must be in good working order.
- The computer must have adequate speed and performance; it should not be running dozens of applications. If an upgrade is required, change the processor and modules random access memory.
- It is not allowed to flash a PC on which viruses and adware are operating - at any moment they can undermine performance, and the firmware process can stall or “fail” in the very beginning. interesting place In addition, viruses can “infect” the device.
- It is advisable to flash the device from a PC on which Windows has just been reinstalled and no software has been installed other than the chipset drivers and the flash driver. The point is that while Windows registry not cluttered application programs, the operating system works like a perfectly cleaned and oiled machine.
- Drivers required for Samsung devices- they are on the company’s website. Without them, firmware from a PC will not work.
How to flash and update Samsung gadgets through the Kies service
Before starting the firmware via Kies, check the following.
- Antiviruses and Firewall software are disabled, or better yet, uninstalled or not yet installed.
- The Kies version is the latest.
- The smartphone or tablet is connected directly to the USB port - and not through USB-Hub devices.
- You have a high-speed and stable Internet channel - that is, there are no constant disconnects.
It is important to remember the following:
- when flashing the firmware both through Kies and through the Odin program, your guarantee will survive - the Odin application was originally created by Samsung developers;
- in case of opening Root access on your gadget and the subsequent Unroot procedure (cancellation of Root privileges), feel free to contact the service center if problems arise;
- if you first installed a “custom” version of Android through Odin - and then returned the licensed one using Kies, and even waited next update Android and updated the firmware via Kies again, the warranty will remain intact.
Android firmware update via Samsung Kies
This is the action plan.
- Connect the gadget to your computer, launch Kies app. It will inform you that an update has been released and offer to download it.
- When you click on the “Update” button, a confirmation message will appear as part of the developers’ public offer.
- After confirming the developers' offer, the Kies program will download the firmware.
- After the download is completed, the transfer of the new code to the mobile device will begin.
- Attention! The first half minute of transferring firmware files to a smartphone or tablet is especially important! If at this stage the cable breaks or falls out of the port, the Kies itself “flies off” or the PC turns off spontaneously - you are guaranteed to receive a “corpse” that can only be restored at a Samsung service center.
The firmware of the mobile device has been successfully completed. Standard and pre-installed applications and Android components, officially supplied for Samsung smartphones and tablets, will be in place. The only thing missing will be Android contacts and bookmarks.
Disaster recovery - how to use the functionality
If when updating Android versions a failure occurred, Kies has an emergency firmware recovery tool in stock for this case.
- Launch Kies and go to the Android software update tab on your gadget. All actions are performed on a PC.
- Select your device from the list. Kies will prompt you with a recovery code. Attention! If you have not received your emergency recovery code Android firmware- it will be impossible.
- Enter it and click on the “Restore” button. Your Samsung device will restart into recovery mode.
What to do if the program did not detect your gadget
Below are the reasons why your Samsung smartphone or tablet is not connected in Samsung program Kies.
- The Samsung USB cable is damaged. Reconnect the broken wires. Replace the cable if the insulation is damaged. Counterfeit cables, made with violations of manufacturing technology, often fail - a sign is the manufacturer's savings on both the conductor (copper) and insulation. If an additional USB extension cable is used (the gadget is located far from the PC), also check its serviceability. The total length of USB cables should not exceed 3 m.
- The USB port on the computer is faulty. Connect the device to a different port. The cause of a malfunction of the USB port, in turn, may be: contamination of the current-carrying contacts, a violation of their “springiness” (they are bent from constant, frequent use for several years); careless handling of oneself USB connector, frequent power short circuits (+/-5V) due to a violation outer shell cable or insulation of the wires themselves, leading USB controller PC is out of order; not connected to motherboard port during the last laptop repair or system unit PC. USB software violations can be: damage to system Windows files, PC and Samsung chipset drivers or their incorrect installation, system infection Windows viruses, installation of unverified programs, frequent installation new programs. Check everything!
- You are using a Samsung gadget that has just been “killed” by an interrupted firmware or failed Android update. Contact Samsung service, Android Shop or similar service center.
- Outdated version of Kies. Update the application.
- Not installed USB drivers and Samsung devices. You installed the Kies application prematurely, forgetting about the main thing, without which you can control your smartphone or Samsung tablet impossible. Remove Kies. First, figure out how the drivers work, then reinstall Kies.
- The microUSB port on the device itself does not work. Clean it from dust and grains that have fallen into the connector. If this does not help, contact the service center. The worst alternative is to update the Android version without a USB cable - installation new version Android via memory card, downloading updates via Bluetooth or local Wi-Fi networks, downloading from the Internet directly, without a PC and the Kies program. But not all of these methods may work - for example, installation from an SD card requires software console ClockWorkMod Recovery on the device. There's some tinkering to be done.
- If the drivers are installed, everything is fine and should work, but Kies is tricky - try it alternative application Odin.
- Debugging mode is enabled on your smartphone or tablet. Give the command: “Settings - Applications - Development - USB Debugging", turn off the debugging function. This feature is intended for developers and testers Android applications, may prevent Kies from detecting your tablet.
- You ignored the confirmation request for connecting the gadget to the computer via USB, usually displayed by Android on the device’s display. Please confirm this request.
Other Kies features
The tools of the Kies application are the same as those of similar “harvesters” from the world’s leading manufacturers (Nokia PC Suite, iTunes and similar) and include the following functions:
- wireless communication via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth: file sharing and Internet access;
- synchronization of contacts, calendars, notes and messages;
- access to Samsung media library, synchronization of music and video;
- app store Samsung Apps;
- backup.
Pairing your device and computer via Wi-Fi
to install network connection via Wi-Fi, do the following. Taken as an example Windows version 7.
- Open Network and Sharing Center.
- Click on "Edit" Extra options public access" Switch the switch " Network discovery» to the “Enable network discovery” position.
- Go back to the Network and Sharing Center and go to Change adapter settings - this is the folder network connections Windows. Select your Wi-Fi connection and open its properties.
- Stop sharing your Internet connection on Wi-Fi.
- Run " Windows Firewall"(it is located in the "Control Panel"). Go to Allow programs to run through Windows Firewall.
- Allow the launch and activation of wireless mobile devices.
- Check the SSDP Discovery and Generic PnP Device Host services - they should be running.
- Stop the Internet Connection Sharing service.
- Setting up access to the Samsung gadget at the Windows system level is complete. Go to the settings on the gadget itself, select the “Kies over Wi-Fi” component, select your PC and give the command to connect. The PC will request the mobile device from which it will be accessed.
Congratulations! Wi-Fi connection installed. His throughput- 11–150 Mbps - more than enough to share files and synchronize your personal data. Only “home” (wired) Internet can compete with such speed. USB speed, of course, more, and it’s easier to use - but “wireless” will free you from the USB cable, and the coverage area will be throughout the apartment.
The Kies app needs high performance and PC performance - work without freezes is guaranteed only with 4 GB of RAM and a processor with 4 cores, the frequency of which is 2 GHz. This kind of computer is not cheap. The program takes up at least 500 MB of disk space. The screen resolution is at least 1024*768, otherwise the windows will “fall out” off the screen. Windows 7 is recommended - with Windows XP the Kies application will also work, but errors may occur at the level system DLLs, which will not be in the XP version.
Samsung Kies also works with iTunes libraries and synchronizes with Windows player Media. There is support for file sharing and Internet access via Bluetooth, work with the AlLShare service, DLNA support. If it were not for resource gluttony, it reliably won the hearts of almost all people who prefer Samsung smartphones and tablets.
Video: overview of the functionality of the Samsung Kies application
Samsung Kies, despite the apparent difficulties, is quite a feature-rich application for Samsung gadgets. It will serve a worthy replacement Odin application- this is actually kind of Samsung Mobile PC Suite out of the box. Enjoy your work!
In today's material we will look at a fairly strong software from Samsung– Kies. This program will provide you full control over your Samsung gadget, will help you synchronize from computers, create backup copy, download your favorite music, update firmware and much more. We are confident that no Samsung smartphone owner should ignore Kies and use it 100%.
Free Samsung Kies software
The number of mobile device users is growing exponentially every year. As a result, the need to connect the device to personal computer to perform a number of functions. Samsung, one of the leading manufacturers, could not ignore this need and released software for Mac and Windows systems, which was named – Kies.
The main objective of the program is full interaction and synchronization of phones and tablets from the Korean manufacturer with a PC. Data exchange can be carried out in two ways: by wireless channel and via USB cable. The program is also available in two versions: lite and standard version.
How to install and configure Kies
Because this program is completely free and supported by the Samsung manufacturer, then latest version take it from the official website. Choose your version operating system And Kies version. Note that we install the third version only if you have an Android version higher than 4.3 or a gadget from Galaxy Note III.
After the installer application has been downloaded, launch it and follow the prompts. Should I install additional components- you decide. The drivers will be installed automatically. 
Upon completion, you will be asked to set the launch mode: normal and lightweight. Note that the lightweight one is used exclusively for data transfer, so we choose the regular one. Before starting Kies, don't forget to enable .
Connecting the device
Importantly, the device can be connected via USB and WiFi (using a special dongle). If you choose wireless connection, then some functions (firmware update, transfer of DRW content) will not be available. 
How to backup a Samsung smartphone or tablet
From the main Samsung screen Kies go to the “Backup / Restore” tab. We mark those items that need to be backed up and press button number two, after which you need to wait a little. During the procedure, do not disconnect the cable or press anything else until the end. 
To restore from a previously made copy, go to the “Restore data” section, select the date of the copy and wait.
How to update Samsung firmware
Firmware is the basic software “stuffing” that carries out full control all standard and necessary functions devices. Also maintaining current version firmware will provide the following advantages:
getting rid of software errors and "holes";
acceleration of work,
adding new features.
In order to update the firmware on Samsung phones, open the “Tools” menu item and select “Firmware update and initialization” and wait for the procedure to complete.
How to sync Samsung data with Google and Outlook
The synchronization process is as simple as it gets previous points. Launch Kies and go to the “Synchronization” tab, select the necessary items and click “Synchronize”. For Google you need to enter your account information, for the multimedia section you just need to specify the folder on your PC.
If you plan to carry out the procedure with Outlook, then it must be installed on your computer.
Bottom line
As you can see, the Samsung Kies product is multifunctional and will help solve many problems. Moreover, it is completely free.
Let us remind you once again that you can download Kies using this
One of the popular areas of Samsung is the production of smartphones and tablets. Behind short term The company has gained great popularity among users thanks to its reliable phones.
Most of Samsung smartphones are released on Android. But any device is not insured against breakdowns, including those caused by the user. Editing system files, installation of applications from untrusted devices and low-quality software lead to malfunctions.
Unfortunately, in most cases there is only one way out - to reflash your device.
How to flash a Samsung phone using KIES
KIES is a specially developed utility from Samsung designed to synchronize data with a PC, as well as update and restore the OS on the gadget.
What you will need to flash the firmware for your Samsung device:
- The gadget itself
- Computer, or better yet, a laptop
- USB cable
- KIES program
- Fully charged battery
What not to do during flashing
- You cannot turn off the device and PC. According to the universal law, villains can turn off the lights during an update, so if possible, use a laptop.
- Use the device. Receive calls, SMS, go online. You can’t even just look for a minute. Ideally, find a SIM card that one hundred percent no one will call or write to.
- Pull out the battery and unplug the USB. Therefore, place the device so as not to accidentally touch the cord.
If you do all the steps described above, it is not a fact that after this you will be restored to Samsung even in service center, so be careful.
- Download KIES to your computer and install it. Next, connect the device to the PC using a USB cable.
- If the utility does not start automatically, then double-click on its icon.
- If there is a new version of the software, the software will notify you of the need to update. If the dialog box does not appear, click on the tab with the connected device and click on “Software Update”.
- We agree to download new software. We wait a few minutes.
Important. In progress Samsung updates may reboot several times. Do not unplug it or unplug the cord from the USB port. The device turned off not because the contact was lost, but because it was updating.
When a successful completion message appears on the monitor, you can now disconnect the USB cable.
When the device boots and a message about successful firmware is displayed on the PC display, you can disconnect the USB cable. We restore data from a backup copy, or from Google account, and you can use your smartphone.
Flashing Samsung phone using Odin program
For this you will need:
- Smartphone
- USB cable
- Odin program
- Fully charged battery
- PC or laptop
With this method of updating the software, it is prohibited to do the same actions as described in the previous option.
With single-file firmware, all data will be saved.
The device must be turned off! We connect the switched off gadget to the computer and open Odin.
Make sure the Samsung is connected, in the left top corner the windows will burn yellow. And in the Message window it says “added”.
Now you need to turn on the device in firmware mode. To do this, simultaneously press the power key, volume key and home key. Hold it until the splash screen appears.
Now in the Odin utility, click start. We wait about five minutes, the device reboots and only after full load disconnect the USB cable.
Five-file firmware
Turn off the phone, connect it to the PC, launch Odin, make sure that the device is connected.
Unpack the firmware archive into separate folder and sequentially add files to the windows:
- PIT window – file with extension .pit
- PDA – a file whose name contains the words PDA or CODE
- PHONE – contains MODEM in the name
- CSC – contains the word CSC
- BOOTLOADER – contains APBOOT in the name
Check the Re-partition box, click on start and wait for the PASS message. After Samsung reboot.
Flashing a Samsung phone without a computer
To do this, you will need a firmware archive, which can be downloaded on the Internet on a website or forum that specializes in Samsung.
After downloading, write to a flash drive or internal memory and turn off the gadget.
When the screensaver appears, release the keys. Using the volume buttons, scroll to the “Install updates” section. Briefly press the power button and select from the list that appears required file. Again, briefly press power and confirm your consent.
The second option for flashing without a computer is through the Odin Mobile program
Download any single-file firmware and write it to the internal memory. The format must be .tar or .tar.md5
If there is no Mobile Odin, then download and install it. Then open it and select Open file.
In the window that appears, select the one you need and click OK.
Check and click on Flash firmware. After this, we wait about ten minutes.
During the process, a message may appear indicating that a reboot is required. Don't be scared, just press the center key of your smartphone.
We present to your attention a program from Samsung, which, through USB interface will help you transfer information from your phone to your computer. Korean manufacturers electronics and mobile devices have proven themselves in the modern digital market and have repeatedly confirmed their professionalism, design flexibility and creativity of hardware and software solutions- an excellent example of all this and is the worldwide famous company Samsung.
Samsung Kies– proprietary shell program in Russian for Samsung phones, allowing you to effectively work with data contained on a mobile device. Transfer of all necessary information is possible by connecting the gadget to the computer via a USB cord (the latter usually comes with the gadget).
The program provides the user synchronization options not only contacts or calendar notes, but also multimedia files and images. In addition, Samsung Kies will also be useful when you need to install new applications on your phone, create a backup copy of contacts and all other data stored on this mobile device.
It will also come in handy when there is a need to update the smartphone firmware.
The developers have released 2 variants of Samsung Kies:
- The first option is Kies. Suitable for all devices (including tablets) that were released before Galaxy models Note III;
- Kies3 is a version of the program that supports all other devices that were released after the Galaxy Note III model based on Android 4.3 and later.
All Samsung versions Kies is possible free download for Windows computer and Mac OS.
When installing the program on a PC, not only will the software itself be installed, but also the full volume of all drivers necessary for its operation will be loaded. When the installation process is complete, the application will prompt you to test connect your phone to your computer using Bluetooth (in the case of a laptop) or a USB cable. The program interface is extremely simple and user-friendly. It combines advanced solutions and the convenience of placing all controls in logically understandable places.
In order to fully use all the capabilities of the program, you need to register the connected phone for free on the application website, or become a member of Samsung Apps. However, most problems solved with using Samsung Kies do not require this at all, but rather are simply advisory in nature.
Program features:
- quickly synchronize contacts, applications, photos and music between mobile device and PC;
- comfortable and reliable update software (firmware) for Samsung phones;
- download Samsung Kies for free in Russian can any user for his computer based on Windows XP, 7, 8 10 and MacOS X 10.5 and higher. To do this, you should visit the official website of the developer or use the links at the bottom of the current article.
- opportunity to contribute mobile app V special list(desired) for subsequent downloading and installation on the phone;
- saving the history of downloads and purchases in Samsung Apps;
- it is possible to find the desired program not only by popularity, but also by keywords.
