Update Galaxy Core Duos I8262 to Android 4.4.2 KitKat Custom Firmware

 Samsung will probably never release an official Android 4.4.2 KitKat software update for the Galaxy Core I8262, but the  XDA-Developers developers are already working for it. You can update Galaxy Core Duos I8262 to Android 4.4.2 Kit-Cat KitKat custom firmware using the tutorial below. This is not an official firmware release by Samsung, but just a custom ROM which would require a custom recovery like ClockworkMod in order to flash the ROM zip file on your device.

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As you continue reading below, we will guide you through the entire process of how to install Android 4.4.2 KitKat Custom firmware on  Galaxy Core Duos I8262 using CyanogenMod. So 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. This is an unofficial modified custom rom update by XDA developers. The following tips are important as they will help the installation procedure to go smooth without any issues. Let’s continue with the tutorial now.

Disclaimer: All the custom ROMs and firmwares, official software updates, tools, mods or something mentioned within the tutorial belong to their several owners/developers. We have a tendency to Mytricksource or the developers don't seem to be command accountable if you injury or brick your device. We have a tendency to don’t have you ever on gun purpose to do out this tutorial.

Android 4.4.2 Kit-Cat KitKat ROM Details:

This amazing Kit-Cat custom ROM comes with tons of new features and is based on Android 4.4.2 KitKat. A quick list of the main features in Kit-Cat is given below and we are sure you’d love to use this on your Galaxy Core Duos I8262:

•    Statusbar ★

1. New Kitkat gradient Statusbar
2. Kitkat look White / Black toogles
3. More TooglesBootAnimation ★

• Nexus 5 Kitkat Bootanimation
• Framework Mode ★
• New Style PLATLOGO
• White Text on settings
• Nexus 5 stock wallpaper
• New Lockscreenwallpaper
• Interface and Apps ★
• Nexus 5 stock google camera
• Aosp Messaging app with pop up
• Apollo Music Player
• Nexus 5 Calculator
• Sun Beam [ Google edition lwp ]
• Google Now
• Quick office By Google
• Themed Systemui
• Multiwindow support
• New Playstore
• Hangouts
• Google Chrome default browser
• Base Monster rom b1 tweaks
• MISC MODZ

1]Debloated
2] Deodexed / zipalligned (can be themed!)
3]Now no more cwm loop in thiz rom
4]Custom boot animation enable
5]Busybox support
6]Add-on support
7]Build prop tweakz added
8]Fast, smooth
9]Can play HD Games without 10]lag [reduced graphic lag]
11]Signal Tweaks
12]Less Ram usage Tweak
13]Call Voice Quality
14]Dalvik Tweaks
15]Launcher Tweakz
16]Media Tweaks
17]Clear imagez Tweaks
18]3G Tweaks
19]FasT Internet Speed Tweak
20]Fast Video Streaming
21]Battery Tweak
22]Wifi Tweak
23]-added adreno graphic booster

Like this KitKat Custom Firmware based on the latest Google Android 4.4? We love it too and we know you are looking forward to install it on your phone now. Now please read below for important tips on how to make sure your installation goes smooth and you do not end up with any problems.

Samsung Galaxy Core Duos I8262 USB Drivers

You will need to connect your Android phone with the computer. For that, please make sure you have installed the USB drivers for Samsung Galaxy Core Duos I8262 properly. If not, you can download the latest official drivers from our Android USB Drivers section here:

Download Samsung Galaxy Core Duos I8262 USB drivers!

Backup and Other Important Tips

Always backup your important data that you might need after you install a new custom ROM, an official software update or anything else. Make a backup for just in case, you never know when anything may go wrong. See below for some tips on how to backup data:

• Backup your Apps. How? –> How to Backup Android Apps.  
• Backup your SMS messages. How? –> How to Backup/Restore SMS Messages.
• Backup Call History. How? –> How to Backup Call History.   
• Backup APN Settings: GPRS, 3G, MMS Settings. How? Note down everything from: Settings > Wireless & Networks (More…) > Mobile networks > Access Point Names.   

 Samsung users can also back up data using Samsung KIES. If you backup data manually, you get more options what to choose from and it is very easy to move data across Android devices from different manufacturers, i.e moving Samsung Galaxy S3 backup data to HTC One X.
    If you already have a custom recovery (ClockworkMod, TWRP etc.) installed on your phone, we strongly recommend a backup using that as it creates a complete image of your existing phone set up.

 A few more optional tips that you should remember:

        1. Having problems connecting your Android phone to the computer? You need to enable USB debugging mode.

        2. Make sure your Android device is charged up to 80-85% battery level. Why? Because, if your phone goes off suddenly while installing a custom ROM, flashing an official firmware update or installing mods etc. — your phone might get bricked or go dead permanently. No one wants that, right?

        3. Most of the tutorials and how-to guides on MyTrickSource are for factory unlocked Android phones and tablets. We recommend NOT to try our guides if your phone is locked to a carrier, unless we have specified the carrier name or device model.

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All set and ready? Sensible. Now, let’s proceed with the tutorial below and update Galaxy Core Duos I8262 to Android 4.4.2 KitKat Custom Firmware

How to Install Android 4.4.2 KitKat Custom Rom in Galaxy Core Duos I8262 :

We have put together a detailed step-by-step instructions guide on how to install Android 4.4.2 KitKat Custom Firmware on Galaxy Core Duos. If you are used to installing custom ROMs on your Galaxy Core Duos I8262, then this should not be any difficult for you.

However, for beginners, you need to root your Galaxy Core Duos and install a custom recovery. Please Google that up if you are unsure and make sure you read the tutorial once before actually performing it on your device.

To Remember:

• This tutorial is only for installing Android 4.4.2 KitKat Custom Firmware on Samsung Galaxy Core Duos I8262. Please do not try on any other Galaxy variants.
• Your phone should be rooted and have ClockworkMod recovery installed from before.
• This tutorial will wipe out all your data. Proceed at your own risk.
• Perform a Dalvik Cache wipe before proceeding from the recovery mode.
• Samsung KIES will NOT detect your phone after installing this ROM because it is a custom firmware.
• Make sure you backup all your data in your phone before proceeding.

Entire Step-By-Step directions:

Step 1 - Download Android 4.4.2 Kit-Cat ROM and Google Apps for Galaxy Core Duos I8262 on your computer.

Step 2 - Connect and mount your Galaxy Core Duos I8262 USB memory on your computer using the USB cable.

Step 3 - Now copy/paste the downloaded Android 4.2.2 zip file to your SD card. Make sure the file is in the SD card root (not in any folder).

Step 4 - Then turn OFF your phone and disconnect from the USB cable.

Step 5 - Now to get in the Recovery Mode. Switch ON the phone while pressing and holding Volume Up + Home + Power buttons together. You will get an exclamation mark now. Again, hold your Volume Up + Power buttons. You should now be in your Recovery Mode.

Step 6 - Once you are in ClockworkMod Recovery, select perform a full data wipe by selecting “wipe data/factory reset”  Use the Power button to select everything while in the Recovery Mode.

Step 7 - Then, perform a cache wipe by selecting “wipe cache partition” carefully.

Step 8 - Now this is optional, but it is recommended to perform a wipe of your dalvik cache as well. You will not get into boot loops or any other errors. From CWM recovery, go to ‘advanced’ and then select “wipe dalvik cache”.

Step 9 - Then go back to the main recovery screen and select “install zip from SD card”.

Step 10 - Now select “choose zip from sdcard”. Using your volume keys, navigate to the Android 4.4.2 ROM zip file that you copied to your SD card and select it using the Power button. Confirm the installation on the next screen and the installation procedure should start now.

Note: Repeat the same process with Google Apps as well as you did in step 10.

Step 11 - After the installation completes, go to “+++++Go Back+++++” and reboot the phone by selecting “reboot system now”

Your Samsung Galaxy Core Duos I8262 will boot now and it might take about 5 minutes to boot on your first time. So, please wait.

That’s it! Your Galaxy Core Duos I8262 should now have Android 4.4.2 KitKat Custom Firmware installed on your phone! Go to Settings > About phone to verify.

Need Help?

If you run into any problems during Updating Samsung Galaxy Core Duos I8262 to Android 4.4.2 KitKat Custom Firmware, feel free to drop us a comment below and we will reply you back ASAP with the fix or the answer to your drawback.