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Samsung Galaxy S4 mini for AT&T receives Android 4.4 KitKat

Samsung Galaxy S4 mini for AT&T receives Android 4.4 KitKat

The Samsung Galaxy S4 mini for AT&T is now receiving the Android 4.4 KitKat software update. The new software updates the Android version from 4.2.2 up to Android 4.4.2 and brings the I257UCU2BNG4 build number. We've already seen Android 4.4.2 arrive on Verizon, Sprint, and US Cellular variants of the device, so it's about time for AT&T customers to get the same experience.

With Android KitKat, you will be getting several new features and improvements, including the white notification bar icons, a larger selection of emoji, new wireless printing options, and consolidated location settings. The media controls on the lock screen are different, and there's a camera shortcut tucked away there as well. Additionally, you should also be getting several enhancements from Samsung to their apps and their TouchWiz custom user interface for Android.

Samsung Galaxy S4 mini for AT&T receives Android 4.4 KitKat

The update is available OTA (over-the-air) and is being rolled out in stages so you may not see the update immediately. In fact, according to Samsung's support page, the update was launched sometime last week. So if you are a Galaxy S4 mini customer on AT&T look out for the update notification or check for it manually under Settings.


source - Samsung


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Samsung Galaxy S4 mini for US Cellular receives Android 4.4 KitKat

Samsung Galaxy S4 mini for US Cellular receives Android 4.4 KitKat

The Samsung Galaxy S4 mini for US Cellular is now receiving the Android 4.4 KitKat software update. Unfortunately, this is KitKat 4.4.2, not the more recent 4.4.3 or 4.4.4, but most users won't be able to spot the difference. According to US Cellular's support page, the updates are available over the air or via Samsung's Kies desktop program.

There are not many details on what users should expect from the update, but you will be receiving all the enhancements you can expect from KitKat including the white notification bar icons, a larger selection of emoji, new wireless printing options, and consolidated location settings. The media controls on the lock screen are different, and there's a camera shortcut tucked away there as well. Additionally, you should also be getting several enhancements from Samsung to their apps and their TouchWiz custom user interface for Android.

Samsung Galaxy S4 mini for US Cellular receives Android 4.4 KitKat

Users are advised to revert to a stock version of the software before installing the update if they have a modded device. Also, make sure that your battery is fully charged and that you are connected to Wi-Fi if you want to avoid unnecessary data charges.


source - US Cellular


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Samsung Galaxy S4 mini for Sprint receives Android 4.4 KitKat

Samsung Galaxy S4 mini (front)The Samsung Galaxy S4 mini for Sprint is now receiving the Android 4.4 KitKat software update. The update which is being rolled out in stages to devices OTA (over-the-air) brings Android 4.4.2 along with the L520VPUBNE3 build number.

With Android KitKat, the Galaxy S4 mini will get all the expected enhancements including the white notification bar icons, a larger selection of emoji, new wireless printing options, and consolidated location settings. The media controls on the lock screen are different, and there's a camera shortcut tucked away there as well.

Since this is a major update, you could expect several other features and enhancements with this update. So its best to experience some of these new features for yourself.

Samsung Galaxy S4 mini for Sprint receives Android 4.4 KitKat



source - Samsung


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Samsung Galaxy S4 mini for Verizon receives Android 4.4 KitKat

Samsung Galaxy S4 mini for VerizonThe Samsung Galaxy S4 mini for Verizon (SCH-I435) is now receiving the Android 4.4 KitKat software update. The update will bring the Android 4.4.2 along with the KOT49H.I435VRUBND5 software version and will come to your devices over-the-air. With the update, you will get several new features and improvements from KitKat along with certain new enhancements to your device which are exclusively from Samsung.

For starters, Google Hangouts with SMS support is now preloaded, the stock Samsung Messaging app has received a nifty Font Size menu, and KNOX 2.0 has been thrown in for good measure, as well. A number of performance and stability issues have also been fixed, most notably the Wi-Fi connectivity bug and the force-closing of Google's Voice Search.

Keep in mind that Android updates are not made available for all devices on the same day and are usually rolled out in stages. It may be a couple do days before you will be able to download and install the update on your device, but you can manually check for it under Settings.




source - Verizon | Droid Life


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Sprint introduces Wi-Fi calling, but for limited devices

Sprint introduces Wi-Fi calling, but for limited devicesSprint has introduced Wi-Fi calling, which allows customers using select Android devices to make calls over Wi-Fi instead of using their voice minutes. With Wi-Fi calling, users can make unlimited calls as long as they are connected to a Wi-Fi network. Sprint is not the first carrier to offer this, T-Mobile has offered the service since May 2011.

Unfortunately the Wi-Fi calling feature is currently limited to the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini and the Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3. These are definitely not the top smartphones on Sprint's network, so it looks like the carrier plans to test the Wi-Fi calling feature with a smaller user base before a wider availability.

Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3Samsung Galaxy S4 mini

Keep in mind that Sprint's Wi-Fi calling feature is only available to make local calls and texts. You will still have to pay a fee for international calls. If you don't have either phone, don't worry. Sprint says it will add additional Android models throughout this year.


source - Sprint | Engadget
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Samsung Galaxy S4 and Galaxy S4 mini in Canada receive Android 4.3 update

The Samsung Galaxy S4 and the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini on Canadian carriers, Bell, Rogers and Telus are now receiving the  software update. The update has been arriving to both models OTA and if you haven't received the notification yet, you can try to coax it out of the phone by going to Settings > About > Software Update.

The update for the Galaxy S4 weighs in at a hefty 790MB and brings the I337MVLUEMK6 build number to the device while the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini will receive the I257MVLUAMK5 build number after the update.

Alongside Android 4.3, the update also brings Samsung KNOX to both phones. This offers a secure set of applications that are protected from malware and viruses. This means your browser, calendar, contacts and email applications are in a "secure container" allowing you to use them for work without fear.


The update also makes both devices compatible with the Samsung Galaxy Gear smartwatch and adds performance and UI improvements along with security enhancements. The update to the Samsung Galaxy S4


source - MobileSyrup
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Samsung Galaxy S4 mini vs. HTC One mini - Video Comparison


While Android hardware manufacturers battle it out to offer the largest displays with the best hardware, they haven't quite forgotten the customers who prefer something more portable. Both the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini and the HTC One mini are good examples of this commitment.



The Galaxy S4 mini is smaller, lighter, and easier to handle, with a better camera and a microSD slot for storage expansion. Meanwhile the HTC One mini comes with an outstanding design, better screen and stereo speakers which makes it ideal for entertainment.

Both the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini and the HTC One mini serve as great mid-range choices in the Android family, and its unlikely you will be disappointed.

You can check out a detailed comparison between both the handsets on PhoneArena.
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Samsung Galaxy S4 mini - Video Review

The Samsung Galaxy S4 mini features a 4.3 inch touch display with a 540 by 960 pixel resolution, 8GB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD, an 8 megapixel camera capable of 1080p HD video capture, a secondary HD camera for video calls and is powered by a dual-core processor with up to 2GB of RAM.

The Galaxy S4 mini may not offer the same clout as its sibling the Samsung Galaxy S4, but its a powerhouse in its own right. If you want to be a member of the S4 family but prefer a mid-range handset over the premium flagship, the S4 mini may be the right fit for you.




You can read the full review of the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini on PhoneArena.
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Samsung Galaxy S4 mini - Hands on Video

The Samsung Galaxy S4 mini features a 4.3 inch touch display with a 540 by 960 pixel resolution, 8GB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD, an 8 megapixel camera capable of 1080p HD video capture, a secondary HD camera for video calls and is powered by a dual-core processor with up to 2GB of RAM.

The Galaxy S4 mini retains the appearance of the Samsung Galaxy S4 and is made of the same material. The Galaxy S4 mini is a reasonable update from the Samsung Galaxy S III mini, with a larger display and the latest version of Android 4.2 Jelly Bean.





source - PhoneArena
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