Android 4.4.2 KitKat Update for T-Mobile Galaxy S4

We just got word from our readers that they’ve been able to successfully download Android 4.4.2 for T-Mobile’s version of the Galaxy S4. You might not get an automatic notification of its availability though, as it seems each of our readers has had to check for it manually through the settings menu.

Word of warning: Everyone so far has complained that it’s taking ages to download. One reader stated 45 mins, while the screenshot above shows over an hour for the download, and it’s less than 400MB.

Let us know how you get on updating your Galaxies. In this instance, it might be worth waiting until the process gets a little more efficient. Give it a couple of hours. Unless you have to have it right away, then get downloading.

How to Update Android 4.4.2 KitKat Update for T-Mobile Galaxy S4

Download update via OTA

Note:Update to M919UVUFNB4 requires a Wi-Fi connection.
From the Home screen, press the Menu key.

1. Tap Settings.
2. Tap the More tab.
3. Tap About device.
4. Tap Software update.
5. If you are not connected to Wi-Fi, you will receive a prompt to connect.
6. If Wi-Fi is not available, tap on OK.
7. If the update is not available, you will receive the message The device is up-to-date.
8. Follow the on-screen prompts.
9. Wait as your phone restarts and updates to Android version 4.4.2 /Baseband version M919UVUFNB4.
10. Download update
11. You will receive a notification message when the update is available for you.
12. From the message Notification Screen, tap Download.
13. Tap Install Now.
14. Wait as your phone restarts and updates to Android version 4.4.2 /Baseband version M919UVUFNB4.

Download update via Kies

Note: All troubleshooting support for the Kies desktop experience including installation, connectivity between handset and Kies as well as device OS updates should be forwarded to Samsung. See Samsung Kies for more information.

Installing Kies

1. Download the most recent version of Kies by visiting http://www.samsung.com/us/kies/ (Select the SAMSUNG Kies version compatible with the PC)
2. Note:
3. Save the file to a desired location - the Desktop is recommended for easy access.
4. Ensure you are on the most recent Kies version. If you attempt to check for Kies updates manually through the application, older versions may not recognize that there is a new version available. Compare your version number (found in Help > Kies Info) with that available through Samsung (click the file to download, on the download screen, the file name will include 2.x.x.x.xxxxx_, this is the current version available).
5. Double click the Kies file. The program will self extract, no action is required
6. Select the desired Language and Location, then click Next.
7. Read the license agreement, check the box for "I accept..." and click Next.
8. Kies will begin the installation. No action is required.
9. When the process is complete, click Finish.

Prepare the Samsung Galaxy S 4

Note: USB Debugging is only needed when using a MAC to Update via Kies.

1. From the Android home screen, press the Menu key and tap Settings.
2. Tap Developer options.
3. Tap Ok.
4. Tap USB Debugging.
5. Tap the Home key to exit the settings menu.
6. Insert the USB data cable into the phone and then into an available port on the computer.
7. Select Media device(MTP) at the phone prompt. The PC should recognize several devices and begin installation. This is normal and may take a few minutes. Unplug the data cable when completed.

Upgrade the device to Android version 4.4.2 /Baseband version M919UVUFNB4

Important: Verify you have backed up all of your data, including the contents of the internal (non-removable) SD card, to prevent unnecessary data loss.

1. On the PC, open the Kies application.
2. Connect the device to the computer using the included USB cable.
3. Once Kies recognizes the device, a popup window will appear.
4. Click Update.
5. Read the Caution statements and select the I have read... check box.
6. If desired, select Allow saving to back up the device. If not, select Proceed without saving.
7. Click Start Upgrade.
8. The software will download to the PC, and then to the device.
9. When the update completes, the 'Firmware Upgrade Complete' window will appear.
10. Click OK to confirm.

Source : tmonews