Lollipop was the favorite candy for the Android fans last Christmas and the taste continues this new year too. Many Android devices had already got their share of the candy named OS in the past few months either in the form of official or leaked firmware and other popular ROM builds like CyanogenMod. The Samsung Galaxy Note 3 LTE users had already tasted the leaked Lollipop firmware a few days back which shows the insights of Lollipop on Note 3. You can see the Lollipop installation guide of Note 3 SM-N9005 from the link below:
→ Install Leaked Android 5.0 Lollipop FIrmware on Galaxy Note 3 SM-N9005
Now it’s time for another variant of the Note 3, the SM-N900 which is the 3G variant of the Note 3. The official Lollipop update for the Note is underway from Samsung but there is no word on when it will land in the market. The update is bulky as all the other Lollipop firmware weighing at 1.13 GB which packs all the Lollipop features. Being a Samsung device, the Note 3 firmware comes in the Towuchwiz flavor rather than the stock vanilla flavor. Samsung modifications to the stock OS is indeed exciting but it beefs up the simple layouts which consume a huge chunk of your device’s resources. The leak looks promising and many users at XDA reported positively and you take a quick peek of the Lollipop on Note 3 from the screenshots below:
The firmware is an Odin flashable firmware, so you can easily flash it in one click with the Odin tool without the need of nerdy commands. If you’re familiar with the Odin flash tool, it’s a piece of cake to install the Lollipop firmware but if you’re new to it, carefully follow the detailed procedure given below to avoid any hassles.
Warning
This Guide is intended only for the Galaxy Note 3 devices with the model number SM-N900, not for any other device of Samsung. Be extra cautious when you choose the firmware builds as flashing wrong firmware might result in a bricked device. You alone are responsible for any consequences that might occur during the process, we shall not be held responsible for any damage to your device.
Prepare Your Device
- Charge your Galaxy Note 3 above 60% battery level to avoid shutdowns during the process.
- Enable USB Debugging
- Install Required USB Drivers
- Backup your device storage, Contacts, SMS, EFS (if you got root), etc. using Google Sync service or any third-party app.
UPDATE
The official Android 5.0 Lollipop firmware is available now.
Downloads
Lollipop Firmware [N900XXUGBNL8 5.0.7z]
Lollipop on Galaxy Note 3 – Installation steps
- Download and extract the firmware file on your computer. It’s a multi-file firmware, so you’ll get a bunch of files in the package.
- Download and extract the Odin file in the same location where you have extracted the firmware package.
- Double-click on Odin3 v3.09.exe to start the flashing tool.
- Make sure Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time are checked and everything else is unchecked. Then load the files in their respective fields as shown below.
Note: Don’t load the PIT file inside the firmware zip as it will re-partition the device which would be extremely unnecessary and additional risk. - Boot your device into download mode:
- Power off your phone.
- Now press the Volume Down, Home and Power buttons altogether until you see the warning screen, use the power button to confirm and enter Download Mode.
- Connect the device to the PC using a USB cable.
- As soon as you connect, the Odin window will display the acquired ID:COM port on the top-left and message box shall display Added!! message.
- Click on Start and the process will begin.
- It will take a few minutes to complete the flashing process and upon completion will display a PASS!! message.
- Your Galaxy Note 3 will reboot automatically after the process is finished.
That’s it. The initial boot will take a tad longer than usual, so grab a coffee or take a bite while the device boots you to the initial Lollipop setup.
Leave your valuable comments below for any queries regarding the tutorial.
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is it working in SM-N9006??? android version 4.4??
i need andriod kitkat 4.4.4 on Galaxy Note 3 SM-N
9005XXUGNG1
Download here: http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/download/36019/N9005XXUGNG1_N9005GBLGNG1_GBL
great it is done here well i install it and it is work fine except one problem Facebook app doesn’t work crash every time i try to run it after installing
It’s the leaked firmware. You should install the official one: https://www.droidviews.com/install-official-android-5-0-lollipop-firmware-galaxy-note-3-sm-n900/
ok thanks i will try it
Does it work on an unlocked At&t Samsung Galaxy Note 3 SM-N900A?
stable swift and elegant!.. battery drain however is a serious issue
is there any solution?
Yes, the official version is out. Download this: http://samsung-updates.com/details/40279/Galaxy_Note_3_Exynos/SM-N900/SER/N900XXUEBOA6.html
sorry bro,.. no issues for battery from second day .. lasts longer than the stock 4.4.2
How to back previous os ? Or can i official update when Samsung release lollipop 5.0 .
Depends, if Samsung does release. You can install the stock OS using our guide: https://www.droidviews.com/how-to-install-restore-stock-firmware-on-samsung-galaxy-note-3-all-models/
Thnks
i think its Finland firmware so it will work on INDIAN SIM card?
There is no issue with installing a different country version, the variants only differ in aspects of default language and proprietary apps. SIM issues will arise only if you use a different carrier firmware.
To sum up, its fine to install if your model is SM-N900.
yes my model is SM-N900 thank you.
if unfortunately i found some bug ,can i back to kitkat ,if yes HOW? phone is not rooted
Here: https://www.droidviews.com/how-to-install-restore-stock-firmware-on-samsung-galaxy-note-3-all-models/
Yes, it will.
ok thank you
will it work on sm-n900L?
No. We won’t recommend you flash it.
gotcha! will it work huh?
then what bout the bugs?
rply soon 🙁
thanks for the reply 🙂
Will upgrading from Kit Kat 4.4.2 cause any data loss in terms of apps, sms’s, settings, etc. Device is not rooted.
Yes, they will be wiped. Better create a backup before proceeding: https://www.droidviews.com/backup-apps-contacts-logs-messages-and-settings-without-rooting-your-android-phone/
Hi. Thank you very much for the prompt response. Much appreciated. Besides the other bugs do you know whether screen mirroring has any bugs?
Access Point Names not working
Its an early build, pal. Bugs are expected the most. The release is just to give you an hint of what is coming 🙂
please what is the fix for the Access Point Names not working?
Just call your mobile carrier and ask them to send you OTA (over the air) your internet configuration.
I know the internet configuration. What I meant was when you click on Access Point Names to put in the configuration details it tells you Unfortunately Settings has stopped. and I am asking for a solution to this.
Hi, that’s a known bug. I had to face that issue when I installed the firmware. I had to add the access point manually after doing the data factory reset in stock recovery to fix force close error in Settings.
Thanks. Please can you show me step by step guide to solving this problem.
there is a configuration message, your carrier sends it to your device and you install it, no need to go to access point names page
I flashed It it and its very good, there are a few bugs like the access point names, absence of silent mode in power menu and some hiccups here and there, but overall its stable and solid, tnx alooooooot
Thank you for clearing out the specific bugs 🙂
Good luck
How to fix those bugs? Pls shear us.
silent mode is not actually a bug, its been replaced with priority mode in Android 5.0 which does not work as advertised 😀 which brings us to why the hell did they changed it, access point point problem can be circumvented by a configuration message from the carrier
How to turn on silent mode
As stated by our follower @farhoodvatanzadeh:disqus Silent Mode and Access Point Names are bugged.
Installed normally but can not connect to mobile network
Are you able to make calls? If no, check if the IMEI is present.
IMEI is present. but can not make calls
Then take a SIM out and reinsert. If it does not help, try a data factory reset.
Have done this over but not working
Hmm, then reflash the firmware and do a data factory reset from recovery.
Thnks for the instructions 🙂
Will it void the warranty?
Nd is it possible to revert bak to kitkat?
No, it’ll not and you can revert back to KK.
is this the beta version that leaked abt 15days bak?? and will it trip my knox counter??? please urgent reply !!
No, it’s a newer version leaked 2 days ago and it will not trip KNOX.
one last query!! any issues found?? is the camera updated?? and any signs of upsm?
All I can say now is, it’s quite stable. Did not get time to check camera yet.
Rakesh i have done everything perfect but my sim card is not working after update 5.0 lollipop on my sm-n005 lte can you help me about this?
What’s the correct model number? If it’s SM-N900, install the official firmware: https://www.droidviews.com/install-official-android-5-0-lollipop-firmware-galaxy-note-3-sm-n900/
no mine is sm-n005 lte when official update gonna come for my version?
Ok, did you try a factory reset?
yep i have tried everything but fail .. when official update? will come?
It should come in a week or two.