Update Samsung Galaxy S3 (I9300) with Android 4.4.2 KitKat Revolutionary S5 ROM

By Staff Writer

May 07 2014, 08:31 AM EDT

Samsung Galaxy S3 users can now update to Android 4.4.2 KitKat through an S5 ROM. As the name implies, S3 users can both upgrade their operating systems including the look of their handset's interface. The ROM offers people to transform their S3's UI similar or looking like the Galaxy S5. There are several requirements before the ROM can be installed.

Important Note: Providers of the ROM update cannot be held responsible for what happens to the user's device once updated. The ROM is not an official release from Samsung. Users can install the update at their own risk.

Here are some important reminders before users can update to the Android 4.4.2 KitKat ROM update:

The ROM is specifically for Samsung Galaxy S3 GT-I9300 models. Users should not flash the ROM into any other model because it will result to a bricked unit.
The Samsung Galaxy S3 unit should also be rooted. Users should install the ClockworkMod for recovery.
The device should be charged at least 80 percent to avoid power interruptions or problems.
The USB Debugging mode should be enabled. To do this, open Settings then choose Developer Options.

To update the Samsung Galaxy S3 to the S5 ROM follow these instructions:

1. Download the file package or zip file for Android 4.4.2 KitKat Revolutionary S5 ROM.

2. Connect the Samsung Galaxy S3 device to the computer using USB cable.

3. Transfer the Revolutionary S5 ROM to the SD card and root folder of the device. The files should not be extracted yet.

4. Press the Home, Volume Up and Power keys to boot the device into recovery mode.

5. Wait until the Galaxy S3 logo appears. Release hold on the keys.

6. Do a factory reset. Choose "Wipe data/Factory reset."

7. Under CWM recovery, go to "Format system" under the Mounts and Storage section. Choose Yes. Go to the Advanced submeny and choose "Wipe Dalvik Cache." Confirm with Yes.

8. Choose "Install Zip from SD card" then choose the file package downloaded earlier.

9. Following installation, reboot the system. Choose "Reboot system now."

10. Wait for the process to complete.

The phone should be run on the ROM after.