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Samsung has begun rolling out Android 4.4 KitKat firmware for the Galaxy Grand 2 smartphone. The update includes all Android features up to version 4.4.2 plus updated TouchWiz launcher.

The first market to get the update is India, where the dual-SIM flavor of the Samsung Galaxy Grand 2 is now getting update notifications across the country. We expect both single and dual-SIM Grand 2 devices worldwide to get the KitKat treatment in the upcoming weeks.

Currently the new firmware is available over-the-air and weighs about 360MB. It should pop up on Samsung Kies suite very soon, too.

Jan 15, 2014 Finally, you have to be sure that you are using this guide for updating the Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos to Android 4.4 KitKat firmware – this tutorial is compatible only with the mentioned Android. Sep 11, 2014  Android 4.4.4 on Samsung Galaxy Grand i9082 Anindya Mukherjee. Install Android KitKat 4.4.4 Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos Dual Sim working. In this page we have shared the latest custom rom for Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos I9082. In case you were looking for the latest custom rom for Galaxy Grand then this page might be helpful to you.

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1. Sep 29, 2014 As you continue reading below, we will guide you through the entire process of how to install CosmicCM Android 4.4.4 KitKat Custom Rom on Galaxy Grand Duos I9082 using CyanogenMod. Don’t forget to backup all your apps and personal data as a precaution. It is always better to make a backup before doing anything with your Android device.
2. Jul 19, 2014  Good news for Samsung Galaxy Grand 2 Duos SM-G7102 user as your device got android 4.4.2 kitkat OS update via OTA. Here is the full detail, how to update SGG2 duos SM-G7102 to android 4.4.2 kitkat firmware OS and download INU-G7102XXUBNG4-4612.zip from Sammobile.
3. Download the latest Samsung firmware for GALAXY GRAND DUOS with model code GT-I9082. Check out our free download or super fast premium options.
4. Nov 26, 2016  This is a detailed tutorial about how to update Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos To Android 4.4 KitKat using Cyanogen Mod 11. This is not an official update from but just a custom ROM and it contain many bugs.

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CUSTOM ROM INFO

Known Issues/Bugs (quoted):

[As of December 25, 2013.]

• Manual network search not working
• Neither Carbon ROM nor any other AOSP based ROM has dual SIM functionality for now.

Let’s see how to install the latest Carbon ROM on your Galaxy Grand Duos GT-I9082/GT-I9082L.

WARNING!

Warranty may be void of your device if you follow the procedures given on this page.

You only are responsible for your device. We won’t be liable if any damage occurs to your device and/or its components.

CHECK DEVICE MODEL NO.

To make sure your device is eligible with this, you must first confirm its model no. in ‘About device’ option under Settings. Another way to confirm model no. is by looking for it on the packaging box of your device. It must be GT-I9082/GT-I9082L!

Please know that this page is meant only for Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos, model no. GT-I9082/GT-I9082L. Please DO NOT try the procedures given here on other variants of the Galaxy Grand Duos: GT-I9080/GT-I9080L. Also, do not use the procedures discussed here on any other Galaxy device or any other company. You have been warned!

BEFORE YOU BEGIN..

You must do this pre-installation stuff before attempting to install the ROM on your Galaxy Grand Duos in order to avoid any complications later, and have a smooth and successful process.

IMP! MAKE SURE YOU ARE ON ANDROID 4.2.2 UPDATE FROM SAMSUNG

This ROM will only boot if install it over 4.2.2 stock ROM from Samsung, or another Android 4.4 based ROM.

If your Grand Duos is still on Android 4.1 which it came with, kindly update to 4.2.2 stock before installing this update.

► GET ANDROID 4.2.2 FIRMWARE FR GALAXY GRAND DUOS – I9082XXUBMK3

GET CLOCKWORKMOD (CWM) RECOVERY

Use the link below to download and install the latest and working CWM recovery for your Galaxy Grand Duos. You need this CWM recovery to be able to install the Android 4.4 KitKat ROM like Carbon ROM.

(Older versions of CWM and TWRP recovery may give error in installation.)

►CLOCKWORKMOD (CWM) RECOVERY FOR GALAXY GRAND DUOS

BACK UP YOUR DEVICE

Back up important data and stuff before you start playing around here as there are chances you might lose your apps and app-data (app settings, game progress, etc.), and in rare case, files on the internal memory, too.

For help on Backup and Restore, check out our exclusive page on that linked right below.

►ANDROID BACK UP AND RESTORE GUIDE: APPS AND TIPS

CHARGE YOUR DEVICE

If your android device powers off due to lack of battery while the process is underway, it could damage the device.

So, make sure your device is adequately charged — at least 50% battery of the device.

EXAMPLE VIDEO

If you haven’t used a custom recovery, either CWM or TWRP, before, to install a .zip file of a ROM on anything else, then we suggest you first watch a video of that, given right below, to get familiar with the process.

Just fyi, the video below shows installing a .zip file (of recovery) on Galaxy S3 (Yes, not Grand Duos), but it doesn’t matter as the process remains exactly same. So, once you are finished with video, jump to downloads and step-by-step guide below.

GALAXY GRAND DUOS ANDROID 4.4.2 KITKAT UPDATE VIA CARBON ROM

Before we head to downloads and installation guide, let us just remind you again that your Galaxy Grand needs to be running on Android 4.2.2 before you install this Android 4.4 based Carbon ROM.

If you have not updated your Grand and are still on Android 4.1.2, then the Carbon ROM might not boot after installation.

DOWNLOADS

Download the files given below and transfer them to a separate folder on your phone and remember the location.

Download Android 4.4 Kitkat Firmware For Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos 2

GAPPS FILE

DOWNLOAD LINK | File name: pa_gapps-modular-mini-4.4.2-20131215-signed.zip (123.71 MB)

ROM FILE

DOWNLOAD LINK | File name: CARBON-KK-UNOFFICIAL-20131217-1219-i9082.zip(147.6 MB)

For latest version of the ROM available, you can check out the original page here→

Reminder: Before you proceed, make sure you’ve transferred the files you downloaded above to a separate folder on your Galaxy Grand Duos.

Download Android 4.4 Kitkat Firmware For Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos I9082 Wcdma 3g

STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE

Make sure you have backed up your phone adequately (including important data stored on internal memory).

Download Android 4.4 Kitkat Firmware For Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos Caracteristicas

NOTE:

Older versions of both CWM and TWRP recoveries are not working with Android 4.4 based ROMs, throwing installation errors and even WiFi bugs on some phones, therefore you need to use the latest version of either recovery. We believe CWM v6.0.4.3 and above are working fine with Android 4.4 ROMs.

Make sure you have got latest CWM recovery installed on your Galaxy Grand Duos. If you need help on that, find the link for working CWM recovery for Galaxy Grand in the “Before you begin..” section above.

GUIDE FOR CWM RECOVERY USERS

1. Boot into recovery mode. For this:
   • Power off your device and wait for 5-10 seconds until the device is fully switched off.
   • Press and hold Volume Up + Home + Power button together and release them as soon as you see the Galaxy Grand Duos logo.
     └ In Recovery mode, use Volume buttons to navigate up and down between options and use Power button to select an option.
2. Create a Nandroid Backup from recovery. It’s optional but very important to do, so that in case something goes wrong you can restore to current status easily. For making a Nandroid Backup, go to Backup And Restore » Backup.
3. Perform a Factory Reset (this will delete all apps and their settings and game progress). For this:
   • Select Wipe data/Factory reset, then select Yes on the next screen to confirm factory reset (screenshot)
4. First Install the ROM file:
   • Select Install zip » Choose zip from sdcard (or external sdcard, you know where your files are) » browse to the location where you saved the file and select the ROM file
     
5. Now similarly flash the Gapps file.
   └ Make sure to first flash the ROM file and then the Gapps file.
6. Reboot your device. For this, go back to the main menu of recovery and select reboot system now.

That’s all. Your phone will now reboot and it will take some time as it’ll be phone’s first boot after installing Carbon ROM, be extremely excited for this!

Note: In case your device gets bootloop (stuck at logo while rebooting), just do a factory reset (step 3) and you will be fine.

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