It's been a while since Google released the Android 4.4.2 KitKat update to Nexus phones. Google is apparently testing the Next update which will be Android KitKat version 4.4.3 build number KTU72B.
It's a minor update that will fix a known camera issue on he previous release that present in the Google Nexus 5 as users observed a pretty significant increase in CPU usage when the camera application is operational, which makes the device laggy and drain its battery. This information comes from LlabTooFeR a renowned developer
Android 4.4.3 is under testing. Build number is KTU72B. Probably it will fix known camera bug.
— LlabTooFeR (@LlabTooFeR) March 24, 2014
There are no details yet on the other enhancements and fixes that the Android 4.4.3 KitKat update will bring to devices in general. The update is reported to be "under testing" and will be released soon, probably with a different build Number.
The Android 4.4.2 KitKat update for the international LG G2 units is now available for download via the OTA service. The KitKat firmware has been available for the Korean LG G2 since December, while the AT&T's users got it the last week of February. The update will roll-out gradually so it could take a few days or weeks before the Android KitKat firmware becomes available for your LG G2.
Change-log:
- Improved user interface with Android 4.4 KitKat: The latest version of Android includes enhancements such as restyled status and navigation bars, a new full-screen mode, improved closed captioning support, and stronger security.
- Improved battery efficiency: the phone plays music more efficiently and supports the battery-saving location mode, extending battery life.
- Faster processing speed: The latest version of Android provides a noticeable speed boost that runs applications 17 percent faster than before and web-browsing speed is mproved with the Chromium engine.
- Printing in the Cloud: Google Cloud Printer makes it simple to print documents via Wi-Fi or a Bluetooth connection.
- Enhanced "Knock On" feature: The responsiveness of LG's Knock On feature has been improved.
Samsung's former flag-ship, Samsung Galaxy S3 I9300 users is still waiting for the Android 4.4.2 KitKat update, which rumored to be released to their devices earlier this year. However, Galaxy S3 users is still waiting for the official OTA update to KitKat and it's almost April... but finally Samsung broke its silent and provided some info.
The Arabian branch of Samsung confirmed this in a Facebook post after it was questioned by a local user. Also, Samsung Arabia claims that the Android 4.4.2 update for the device is scheduled to arrive by the End of this Month (March). We hope hey keep their promise!
A tweet from the Canadian carrier reveals that the Bell branded version of the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 will be receiving the Android 4.4.2 update "by Monday." Bell didn't mention which Monday they were referring to, but we have a sneaking suspicion that the mobile operator means that the device will be updated by this coming Monday at the latest.
@daryldavis41 Galaxy Note 3 should be updated by Monday. Thanks for the feedback, though. ^RD
— Bell Mobility (@Bell_Mobility) March 13, 2014
Bell subscribers with Samsung Galaxy S4 have just received the Android 4.4.2 update last Thursday. Keep your eyes on your Galaxy Note 3 notification bar for the OTA update.
The Canadian carrier Rogers has just started seeding the Samsung Galaxy S4 Android 4.4 update today. Subscribers should be prompted to update over-the-air, the update is about 150MB in size, so keep your Wi-Fi close and your charger closer.
Also, Rogers confirmed that KitKat is heading to the HTC Desire 601 (late March), Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (late March), and Sony Xperia Z1 (coming soon).
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