Sony Xperia T3 Android 4.4.4 KitKat Update Rolling Out Now

Sony has released the official Android 4.4.4 KitKat OTA Update for select Xperia T3 models worldwide. Check your phone’s notification panel starting today in order to find out if there are new KitKat builds available for installation.

The new OTA Update is being released in phases for multiple variants of the Sony Xperia T3 phone. Android 4.4.4 KitKat is the version of this release and it has been released for the T3 LTE D5103 and D5106 models, D5102 3G model. Up until now all these devices were running the Android 4.4.2 KitKat firmware and all the Sony Xperia T3 users were thinking that the next update will be to Android 5.0 Lollipop. Now they will have to wait a while longer before Sony drops the Lollipop firmware upgrade.

Since this Android 4.4.4 KitKat update has been released for different Sony Xperia T3 models, then there are two different firmware version: 18.1.A.2.25 build for the T3 LTE D5103 and D5106 models, and the 18.1.A.2.32 build for the D5102 3G HSPA+ Xperia T3 device. There is no official changelog listed by Sony, but we can speculate that Android 4.4.4 KitKat brings bug fixes and stability improvements, so that all the Xperia T3 users will now run improved software.

This will most probably be the final Android 4.4.4 KitKat build that we will see released for the Xperia T3. Now, Sony will begin work on testing the Android 5.0 Lollipop firmware and, hopefully, we will see the future OS upgrade getting released sometime in Spring.

Android 4.4.4 KitKat OTA Update, 18.1.A.2.25 and 18.1.A.2.32 firmware builds, is currently being pushed out only for stock Sony Xperia T3 LTE and 3G models all over the world. The update is rolling out in phases, which means that not all users will be getting the new KitKat 4.4.4 firmware at the same time. The update is rolled out only for Xperia T3 devices that are running 100% stock OS. Tell us in comments if you’ve received any new firmware upgrades. If you did, then feel free to test all the new features and post below if there are any new major features that were added to your Sony Xperia T3 by the Android 4.4.4 KitKat update.

HTC One M8 Android 4.4.3 OTA Update Now Being Pushed to AT8T Users

HTC One M8 Android 4.4.3 OTA Update Now Being Pushed to AT8T Users

The international HTC One M8 received the Android 4.4.3 OTA update about a month ago, while the T-Mobile variant got it last week. Now we hear that the HTC One M8 Android 4.4.3 update is being rolled out for the AT&T users, therefore you should keep your eye on the notifications bar. For what it’s worth, the Verizon model is expected to get the new firmware sometime mid-September.

Because the HTC One M8 runs Android 4.4 out of the box, the usual KitKat stuff such as transparent status and nav bars, white status bar icons, immersive mode, new Location menu, cloud printing, or full screen album and movie art in the lock screen came pre-loaded. The AT&T HTC One M8 Android 4.4.3 update doesn’t introduce any visual improvements, but it arrives with numerous optimizations, bug fixes, and security improvements, so you would definitely want to install it on your device.

As usual, AT&T will be rolling out the new update in stages, which means that some of you might not be able to download and install it right away. As you may know, once your HTC One M8 becomes eligible to receive the new firmware, you should be able to see a system update message in the notifications bar. Tap on it, then choose “Download now.” After the files are downloaded, choose “Install now.” After the installation process is complete the Smartphone will reboot. In case the system update notification failed to appear, you would also want to perform a manual check under Settings > About phone > Software updates > Check now.

It’s also worth noting that the new Android 4.4.3 update for AT&T HTC One M8 has firmware number 2.23.502.3. Since it has a size of around 660 MB it’s recommended to download it using a stable Wi-Fi network in order to avoid unwanted data charges.

I remind you that HTC was one of the first companies to announce they will be bring Android L to their flagship devices. According to them, both One M7 and One M8 will receive the new software update within 90 days after Google releases the final code.

Samsung Galaxy S5 Android 4.4.4 KitKat Update Spotted

Samsung Galaxy S5 Android 4.4.4 KitKat Update Spotted

It appears that at least one carrier is planning to release the still unannounced Samsung Galaxy S5Android 4.4.4 KitKat update in the coming days adding even more mystery to a situation that already includes a scheduled Samsung Galaxy S5 Android 4.4.3 KitKat release at one carrier.

In June, Google rolled out two brand new Android 4.4 KitKat updates aimed at tackling Android 4.4.2 KitKat problems. Android 4.4.3 KitKat first landed in the beginning of June and it delivered a number of big time bug fixes and cosmetic changes to the dialer and the People application found inside the Android operating system. A few days later, Android 4.4.4 KitKat touched down and delivered a crucial security fix.

Since then, we’ve seen manufacturers roll out Android 4.4.3 KitKat updates with the Android 4.4.4 fix on board and Android 4.4.4 updates with the Android 4.4.3 bug fixes on board. And while some manufacturers have been delivering updates to older devices, Samsung, the world’s largest Android manufacturer, has remained relatively silent.

The Samsung Galaxy Android 4.4.4 KitKat and Android 4.4.3 KitKat situation has gotten interesting over the past month. It started when Vodafone Australia revealed a plan to roll out a Galaxy S5 Android 4.4.3 KitKat update. Shortly after that, Samsung announced the all new Galaxy Alpha with Android 4.4.4 KitKat on board. And then recently, we saw the Android 4.4.4 KitKat update for the Galaxy S5 LTE-A emerge ahead of its arrival.

Today, we’ve spotted another Galaxy S5 Android 4.4.4 KitKat update, this one at Australian carrier Optus, a carrier known for releasing Android update information well ahead of time. The carrier says that a Galaxy S5 Android 4.4.4 KitKat update has been approved and that Samsung will release it in the coming days.

The carrier does not offer any specific release details nor does it reveal what’s on board this supposed Galaxy S5 Android 4.4.4 KitKat update. It only suggests that it’s coming at some point in the near future. It’s important to note that the carrier does make the distinction between different versions of Android 4.4 KitKat so this does not appear to be a typo.

This Galaxy S5 update extremely interesting given Vodafone Australia’s current plans and given that we simply haven’t seen any other carriers confirm a Galaxy S5 Android 4.4.4 KitKat for arrival. Again, Optus is typically ahead of the curve when it comes to announcements so it’s possible that we’re still a little ways away from its arrival.

If the Galaxy S5 does get Android 4.4.4 KitKat, it won’t be the only Galaxy device running Google’s new software. The new Samsung Galaxy Alpha, set to arrive in September, will be running it out of the box and the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 is expected to run either Android 4.4.3 KitKat or Android 4.4.4 KitKat. Both updates have been spotted in benchmarks for the upcoming flagship though it’s not clear which it will run.

The Samsung Galaxy Note 4 launch date is set for September 3rd and it’s there that we could potentially hear more about Android 4.4.3 KitKat or Android 4.4.4 KitKat for older phones. In the past, Samsung has used the stage to announce its software upgrade plans. Last year, for instance, it announced its Android 4.3 Jelly Bean plans during its Galaxy Note 3 announcement.

Android 4.4.4 KitKat and Android 4.4.3 KitKat aren't the only Android updates Samsung is neglecting. The company still hasn't revealed any details about the Android L update, the Android 4.4 KitKat replacement that’s rumored to be coming out sometime later this year. Android L is available in beta form right now but the popular update still doesn't have a concrete release date.

Samsung typically offers two years of software support which means that phones like the Galaxy S5, Galaxy S4, and Galaxy Note 3 should all get Android L updates down the road.