Samsung Kies is a Swiss army knife for Korean smartphones. How to use Kies Samsung to update Android Samsung won't update

You can flash gadgets - especially expensive Samsung smartphones and tablets starting with the Galaxy line - in different ways, but it’s much safer to use Kies - a service that will help you flash and update your Android device. 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:

Disadvantages of self-firmware:

Rules that will be useful when flashing Android devices

How to flash and update Samsung gadgets through the Kies service

Before starting the firmware via Kies, check the following.

It is important to remember the following:

Android firmware update via Samsung Kies

This is the action plan.

The firmware of the mobile device has been successfully completed. Standard and pre-installed Android applications and components that are 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 updating the Android version fails, Kies has an emergency firmware recovery tool in stock for this case.

What to do if the program did not detect your gadget

Below are the reasons why a connected Samsung smartphone or tablet is not available in the Samsung Kies program.

Other Kies features

The tools of the Kies application are the same as those of similar “combines” from the world’s leading manufacturers (Nokia PC Suite, iTunes and similar) and include the following functions:

Pairing your device and computer via Wi-Fi

To establish a network connection via Wi-Fi, do the following. The Windows 7 version is taken as an example.

Congratulations! Wi-Fi connection is established. Its throughput of 11-150 Mbps is more than enough to share files and sync your personal data. Only “home” (wired) Internet can compete with such speed. USB speed is, of course, faster, and it’s easier to use - but “wireless” will free you from the USB cable, and the coverage area will be throughout the entire apartment.

The Kies application requires high performance and speed of the PC - 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 - the Kies application will also work with Windows XP, but there may be errors at the level of system DLLs, which will not be present in the XP version.

Samsung Kies also works with iTunes libraries and syncs with Windows Media Player. There is support for file sharing and Internet access via Bluetooth, work with the AlLShare service, and 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 a fairly rich application for Samsung gadgets. It will serve as a worthy replacement for the Odin application - it is actually a kind of Samsung Mobile PC Suite out of the box. Enjoy your work!

We continue the topic of experimenting with my new phone. From the experience of using routers and other equipment, I have developed a strong habit - first of all, update their “brains”. The thing is that from the moment the device leaves the factory until it falls into your hands, more than one month may pass, and during this time its firmware could undergo significant changes and open up wider possibilities for use for the user. And today we will clearly check how to flash a Samsung phone on Android 4.4 and how safe is it to do it yourself?

Ways to flash a Samsung phone on Android 4.4

There are several ways to flash an Android phone. The first is directly from him through the system. My Samsung was running Android 4.4, and if you go to “Settings > Phone Information > Software Update,” you can configure it to automatically check for new firmware for your model. To do this, check the “Auto-update” box. I also recommend activating the “Wi-Fi Only” option; in this case, the presence of a new version will be checked only when the phone is connected to a wireless network, otherwise it will constantly waste your mobile traffic through the cellular operator, which is fraught with loss of money.

The scan can be started manually by clicking on “Update”.

Flashing a Samsung phone on Android, like any other, can only be started with a 100% charged battery

However, this option for updating the Samsung Galaxy firmware is not entirely convenient and can fail in the middle, as happened to me. Therefore, I recommend performing this task using a special program installed on a computer and with a phone connected to it via a USB cable.

There are also variations here - you can do it using the official Samsung Kies program, or you can use the popular Odin or its equivalent. In the latter case, it is possible to use both official firmware for Samsung phones on Android, and from third-party developers, which are often more convenient and open up wider possibilities for the phone, but it will not be covered by the factory warranty. Therefore, it is recommended to install third-party firmware only after the warranty period has expired.

How to officially flash a Samsung phone on Android?

So, let's start figuring out how to flash Android using the Samsung update as an example, and turn to the Samsung Kies program, which can be downloaded here. By the way, it was created by analogy with Apple's iTunes and with its help you can completely synchronize your phone with your PC - contacts, files, music, etc.

Before you start updating the Samsung firmware to a new Android, it is recommended to make a backup copy using your phone or via Kies to avoid possible data loss

First we install the program. At the same time, drivers for all kinds of devices from this company will be added to the computer, including yours. We launch it, connect the phone to the computer via USB and wait until it is recognized.
Next, after a window opens with all the basic data about your phone, select “Firmware update” and if it is available, this will be reported in an additional window that opens.

Click the “Update” button, agree to the rules and confirm our desire. And we wait for the end.. Do not touch the phone during this time and under no circumstances disconnect it from the cable from the computer. By the way, I don’t recommend leaving for a long time either, since your antivirus or firewall may crash a couple of times, in which you will need to allow Kies to perform its functions. Also disable the antivirus on the mobile phone itself, otherwise it will not allow the system to update.

As a result, we get this and confirm the end of the software update.

Updating Android Firmware on Samsung Phone via Odin

Now let's turn to the “gray” firmware. I suggest you watch the step-by-step video first, and then we’ll continue.

First of all, you need to put the phone into download mode (“Downloading”), which is done by simultaneously pressing the “Home”, “Power” and “Volume minus” (or “Volume plus” depending on the model) key combination. If done correctly, the Android logo and an inscription about boot mode will appear on the screen.

Next, download and install the Odin MultiDownloader program (you can easily find it on any thematic website or Google it in a search engine) - this is a professional program intended for service centers, so you don’t have to be scared, if you do everything correctly in it, then nothing bad will happen to your phone.

And you will also need the firmware files that you downloaded from the official website or any third-party firmware support forum. As a rule, there are four of them - PDA, the main firmware file; PHONE, which is responsible for working with the cellular operator’s network; CSC – phone settings; and PIT – service information storage. Make sure they are all included in the set. However, there are also single-file versions, in which case it will need to be imported in place of the main one - PDA.

If you are working on a computer with Windows 7 or higher installed, then this will be enough. If you have XP, then you will also have to install the Kies program that we have already disassembled, which will install drivers for your Android phone on Windows, or separately the drivers themselves - Samsung USB Driver for Mobile Phones. On the same site you can also select firewood specifically for your model and version of the computer OS.

Now you must first of all kill all Kies processes if you installed and launched it. To do this, press the key combination Ctrl+Alt+Del on your computer and look for processes that have the word “Kies” in their names. And we complete them. Then we launch Odin - our smartphone is already in download mode - connect it via a USB cable and press the “Volume Up” button (in relation to the Samsung Galaxy S2).

Now you can start updating the software.

In the Odin program, one (first) ID:COM section should be displayed in yellow (there are several of them for simultaneous work with several phones). In the program, check the boxes for “Re-Partition”, “Autoreboot” and “F.Reset Time”.

Now press the “Start” button and wait for the process to complete until the process graph reaches the end, lights up green and the word “Pass” appears.

After this, the phone will reboot and start working on the new software version. Additionally, you can use the *#1234# command to check the current version. You can also completely clear all data using the service code *2767*3855#.

This completes the firmware for a Samsung phone based on Android OS, thank you all for your attention!

Samsung, it’s important to get a little familiar with the device itself. This way you can learn some useful things that you didn’t even know about before. Therefore, let's take a short excursion into the cosmic world of Samsung Galaxy devices - such as n9005 Note, n900, S3, N7100 and others.

Galaxy devices are very popular, stylish and high-quality gadgets

Samsung's smartphone market today accounts for an impressive share. The mobile giant in the modern world is the biggest competitor to another popular company that even children know about - Apple. And this is no coincidence, because Samsung presents to the public a large number of a wide variety of devices in all possible price categories. This, in principle, gives the company a certain advantage - the availability of devices for all segments of the population. If a person cannot afford a smartphone for 20,000 rubles, but he needs modern functions, then budget models can provide some of them. And Samsung is doing a pretty good job in this regard: the company’s devices in the budget price segment have a large number of necessary functions in their arsenal.

The most popular models are the Galaxy series. They include both premium smartphones S, S Edge, Note, and more affordable ones - A, Grand, Grand Prime and others. How do these devices differ from each other?

As you know, Galaxy S and S Edge are the company's top smartphones, which are released every year with new characteristics, functions and features, receiving a new number in the name (the latest version of the series is the seventh). Note is positioned as a tablet phone (a fairly popular word today), a device for business people or creative people. For those who constantly need a large screen, the main feature of this device is the S Pen, which allows you to create quick notes, sketches and other types of handwriting directly on the screen in various applications.

Grand and Grand Prime are positioned in the budget smartphone segment as the most popular. And this is not without reason: the devices have two cameras - front and main, a touch screen, support for high-speed networks, access to the global network, the ability to install almost any program (except complex games and applications) and use them.

Naturally, not all available Samsung mobile devices today were named above.

What do you need to know before flashing your smartphone?

So, if you are about to tackle this difficult task, then we hasten to make you happy. Because anyone can flash or reflash Samsung Galaxy (such as n9005 Note, n900, S3, N7100 and others). To do this, you just need to familiarize yourself with the initial data, some features, and most importantly, follow the instructions.

What might you need before you begin your mission?

1. The Samsung device itself with a charged battery (at least 80 percent). This is necessary to prevent unexpected device stops and further program failures.
2. Original USB cable for connecting to a computer. The cord is included, but if you don’t have one, you can use the one you have. However, it is worth remembering that such actions are performed at your own peril and risk.
3. Internet connection with unlimited traffic. This is needed in order to download the firmware itself, which can weigh more than one gigabyte. In principle, tariffs with limited traffic may also be suitable if this does not cause you any inconvenience. If you are unsure about your tariff, be sure to check with your Internet provider.
4. Desire and patience that will become your faithful companion. You may not be able to flash or reflash your Samsung Galaxy the first time. Don't be upset in this case. It’s better to try to carefully reconsider whether you did everything correctly and whether you could have made a mistake somewhere.

What are the firmware methods?

You can flash your device (Samsung Galaxy n9005 Note, n900, S3, N7100 and others) using both official Samsung tools and third-party utilities. Let's look at each of these values ​​and then move on to their instructions.

1. Firmware update using official software. This can be done from the smartphone itself, without using a computer or using it by directly connecting the device via a USB port. This is necessary for those who simply want to update the operating system version, for example, from Android4 to Android 5.0.
2. Flashing or flashing using third-party tools. The most popular service in this matter is the Odin program. It can be easily installed on a computer or laptop and is provided to users free of charge.

Official firmware update

Without using a computer

1. So, you have decided to update the operating system version of your smartphone without any cords or other devices, but only with the help of the device itself. Go!
2. Initially, connect to the Wi-Fi network. Without this there is no point in going further. If there is no access to wireless networks, but you have a computer with access to the global network and a USB cable, then move on to the next paragraph entitled “Using a computer.”
3. Now go to the “Settings” menu and find the “About device” item. Here we will need a tab called “Software Update”. Click the update button.
4. If your smartphone says that updates have already been installed on your device, it means that there are no available firmwares for your device. That is, the latest available version of the operating system is installed.
5. Otherwise, you need to agree to download the updates and wait for it to complete. When finished, click on the install button. After this, your Samsung Galaxy will begin a system update, during which the device cannot be used. Do not turn off the phone under any circumstances, do not try to reboot it or remove the battery - you can get a “brick”, that is, a completely inoperative device.
6. Only when you see the familiar home screen and a message that you have successfully completed the firmware update procedure, can you use the device as usual.

Using a computer

1. To work, you must have Internet access on a computer or laptop. Otherwise you won't be able to do anything.
2. Download Smart Switch software to your PC from the company’s official website (http://www.samsung.com/global/download/smartswitchwin/).
3. Now we connect the smartphone using a USB cable to the PC and wait until the device is detected.
4. The program itself will show you the availability of a new version of the operating system for the device in a special small window. If the outcome of events is positive, the “Update” button will appear, which you will need to click on.
5. All you have to do is wait until the updates are downloaded and installed. Installation may take a long time, so be patient.
6. As in the previous option, do not turn off the device under any circumstances or remove the cord from the computer. Ensure smooth operation of both your PC and phone to avoid unexpected breakdowns.
7. After a successful firmware update, you can continue to use your smartphone as usual.

What should you know after flashing?

Samsung, in its official manual (instructions) for upgrading the operating system, recommends resetting the data after such manipulations. Otherwise, Samsung warns of possible system failures. This will not necessarily happen to your gadget, but you can take it into account when you discover such problems in future work with your phone.

However, it is worth remembering that before resetting it is important to save all existing data: photos, contacts, videos, music, documents. This can be done manually, by simply transferring information to a computer, or using the Smart Switch utility, which allows you to backup data from a Samsung Galaxy n9005 Note, n900, S3, N7100 and others.

Firmware using third-party program Odin

First, familiarize yourself with the basic points that should never be violated. You have been warned about this several times, so that later you don’t grab your head and say to yourself: “What have I done?” Therefore, it is better to play it safe and carefully look at what needs to be done and what you are doing.

1. You perform all operations at your own peril and risk. This is the most important rule, because after flashing the firmware using an unofficial method, you will lose Samsung's warranty.
2. Do not unplug the power cord of your computer or laptop, that is, ensure unconditional operation of the PC.
3. Charge your smartphone at least 80-90 percent so that it cannot run out of charge during the update.
4. When connecting to a PC, use only the original cable.

Preliminary preparation and configuration of services

As you may have noticed, these rules are no different from the requirements for updating through official Samsung means, so you will have no difficulty in complying with them. Now let's move on to the most important thing:

1. First, download the Odin utility. It can be taken from the website (http://androidpru/odin-firmware-samsung/).
2. Now download the firmware file for your device to your computer. If you don’t know where to do this, you can use the Samsung Firmware Linker program, which allows you to find and download firmware specifically for your device.
3. Download the driver for your device to your computer. This is necessary for proper detection and configuration of the smartphone when connecting it to the PC. You can use the resource (http://androidp1.ru/drviver-for-android/).
4. Be sure to save all important data from the device to any other storage medium, just in case. Because when flashing, partial or complete loss of information from the gadget is possible.
5. The preparatory work is over now, and we are moving on to the main process. We put the phone into firmware mode. If you don’t know how to do this, then we try this option: turn off the device, hold down the volume down, center and lock (off) buttons at the same time. If it works correctly, you should go to a special menu, where using the volume up key you will agree to start in firmware mode. If you do not get to such a menu, then find this information specifically for your device.
6. If everything worked out for you, you can connect the device to your computer via USB. Wait a while until the necessary drivers are installed.
7. After this, you can launch the Odin application on your computer. In the left corner you will see that the gadget is connected, which means we are moving on.
8. Now you need to add the firmware files in the correct order. If for single-file firmware everything is very clear (insert the firmware into the AP or PDA field by clicking on the corresponding button), then with multi-file firmware you will have to tinker a little longer.

Multi-file firmware

Let's figure out which files need to be inserted into which field:

1. PIT is inserted into the PIT field.
2. tar.md5 - in BL or Bootloader.
3. File CODE_xxxxx.tar.md5 - in AP or PDA.
4. File MODEM_xxxxx.tar.md5 - in CP or PHONE.
5. tar.md5 - in CSC.

Continuation

1. Please note that you do not need to check any boxes on the left if the firmware itself does not provide for this.
2. After the correct installation of the firmware files, press the START button and wait until the program completes. After finishing, the word RESET or PASS will appear on the left. The device will now reboot and be ready to use again. You can disconnect your smartphone from your computer.

Conclusion

If after flashing or flashing your device you cannot turn it on (the so-called “perpetual reboot”), then try doing a reset. It is also known by its other name - Wipe. We hope that you can still flash or re-flash your Samsung Galaxy n9005 Note, n900, S3, N7100 and others without any incidents. Good luck, dear readers!

Update the software in a timely manner, this will help you ensure the stability of your smartphone and also use new functionality of the programs. In addition, it increases the security and safety of data on your device.

Update via Wi-fi

If possible, use a wi-fi connection - this will avoid installation failures and save mobile traffic.

1. Before updating, check the battery charge (50% or more is required), do not turn off the phone or remove the battery during the update process.
2. Go to the menu "Settings" - "Advanced" - "About device" - "Software update"
3. Select "Update" and wait for the process to complete. Read notifications carefully; some system updates may delete your data or contacts.

other methods

Automatic update

When new versions of applications are detected, your phone will display a notification. Open the Quick Access Toolbar and confirm to download new components. After the download is complete, select install updates.

Updating using a computer

1. Install the Kies (or Kies3) program to synchronize your PC with your phone.
2. Connect your phone to your computer using a USB cable and launch the program.
3. Select the "Updates" menu item and follow the instructions.

Update in the store

You can also contact a Samsung service center or a company store and use “smart updates”.

Samsung produces mobile phones based on the Android operating system. Each new gadget is equipped with a modern version of the operating system. Owners of older devices are recommended to update the software to the latest versions. If you still have an old firmware version, then let's look at how to update Android OS on a Samsung phone.

The simplest method

It belongs to the list of powers of an ordinary user and does not require deep knowledge, so anyone can do it on their own.

Before making changes, we recommend that you back up your stored data to an external drive. It is also important to check the battery charge level. The process is lengthy, so it's worth charging your phone to 80-90% to avoid the update stopping suddenly.

Before the procedure, it is recommended to turn on the Wi-Fi signal to avoid financial losses from your mobile account. When the data is received from the server, go to the “Install” field and wait for a notification that the changes are complete. After the adjustments have been made.

This algorithm is described for use on a Samsung galaxy s3 smartphone. However, the essence remains relevant for all devices.

Update via computer or laptop

You need to install the Kies program. The utility must be licensed so as not to spoil the operating system.

Return to factory settings

It happens when a person is not satisfied with the expansion. Then they perform a rollback.

How to get rid of the pirated version

Let's say you accidentally installed an unlicensed file and are wondering how to remove the update.