The Samsung Galaxy S3 might be an old device but it still able to remain relevant in today’s times thanks to the updates offered by independent developers. The latest firmware released for the Samsung Galaxy S3 is none other than the highly anticipated Android 5.0 Lollipop.
It is currently being offered by Android developers and applying the update will improve the device’s speed and battery life, while also adding in dual-boot functionality, CPU Governors and many more.
However, the custom ROM containing the Lollipop OS is still very new and there are bugs that come with it. On the positive note, the developer is honest enough to reveal that the S3 sensors and camera will malfunction frequently with the Lollipop OS. Other faulty features are with the radio, storage Wi-Fi, GPS, and screen off.
Despite that fact, S3 users shouldn’t be too bothered by it as a small time update will be coming in the near future to patch the issues. On another note, it is also important for S3 users to know that the custom ROM is only compatible with the GT-I9300 model of the Galaxy S3.
If you are using the compatible S3 and wish to get a taste of the Lollipop OS, here are some things that you are required to prepare prior to the installation.
– Minimum 50% battery
– Backup of all personal files
– An already rooted S3 via CWM recovery and unlocked boot loader
– S3 drivers for the PC
Flashing Instruction
1. Install the ROM by restoring the backup from the SD Card backup folder.
2. Extract the zip file and copy and paste the Rom in the device.
3. Enter recovery mode
4. Now, perform a full date wipe on the device.
5. Now, restore the backup that was copied and flash the downloaded kernel.
By now, the device should be restarting and once it is booted, you will see the S3 running on the Android 5.0 Lollipop.
