The Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat firmware has been released for the Google Nexus 10. Google Nexus 10 users can now update their devices with the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat firmware. If you want update this firmware manually follow our step-by-step guide.
Firmware Details:
File name: bab270d1d4d935e31f61b1dcf2e66600006c87f7.signed-mantaray-KOT49E-from-KRT16S.bab270d1.zip
MD5 sum: E1666BC7C012389EDDE3A88DD04AD6EA
Size: 51.3 MB
Disclaimer:
Rooting voids the warranty of your device. We and the developer of this root procedures shall not be held responsible if any undesirable outcomes may happen to your device. use of this update guide is solely at your own risk!
Read the warnings below and decide whether you want to root your device or not.
– Before rooting your phone backup entire data otherwise you may lose it if the device gets bricked. Root the phone at your own risk and we can’t be held responsible.
– Use Go Backup Pro or Super Backup to backup all the android apps, contact, sms and all data stored on your phone.
– The Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat file is compatible only with the Nexus 10 running on Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat. Applying this to any incorrect variant might brick the device. Verify the device model number by navigating to Settings -> About Phone.
Download Required Files:
– Android SDK
– Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat for Nexus 10
Pre-Requisites:
– Install the Android SDK. The package includes the necessary drivers for connecting Nexus 10 to the computer.
– The Nexus 10 bootloader should be unlocked.
– Enable USB Debugging Mode on the device. Go to Settings -> About Phone. Tap on Build Number several times till the message shows “You are now a Developer”. Exit from “About Phone” and find the “Developer Options” settings. Enable USB debugging.
– Check your device model Settings -> About phone -> Model number.
– Ensure the battery of the phone is charged more than 80 percent.
– Make a backup of all your important data before following the guide.
Steps to Update Nexus 10 (Non-Rooted) with Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat:
Note: Make sure your Nexus 10 is NOT rooted and has stock recovery.
Step 1: Rename the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat .zip file to update.zip.
Step 2: Connect the Nexus 10 to the computer using USB cable. Then copy the update.zip file to the SD card of your phone. Make sure the file is in the root folder.
Step 3: Start the device into Fastboot mode by pressing and holding “Volume Up” + “Power” buttons together.
Step 4: Follow the on-screen navigation instructions. Then press Volume Up button several times to enter Recovery Mode. An exclamation mark should now appear on the screen. Press and hold the “Volume Up” + “Power” buttons together to enter Recovery Mode.
Step 5: Select “update from SD card” option and then navigate to the update.zip file that you copied earlier and confirm the installation by pressing the Power button. The installation should now begin.
Step 6: Once the installation process completes, your phone will boot automatically. It may take about 5 minutes to complete.
Nexus 10 should be now updated with the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat. Head over to Settings -> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.
Steps to Update Nexus 10 (Rooted) with Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat:
Note: Make sure you have ClockworkMod recovery installed on the Nexus 10.
Step 1: Connect the Nexus 10 to the computer using USB cable. Then copy the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat .zip file to the SD card of your phone. Make sure the file is in the root folder.
Step 2: Start the device into Fastboot mode by pressing and holding “Volume Up” + “Power” buttons together.
Step 3: Follow the on-screen navigation instructions. Then press Volume Up button several times to enter Recovery Mode. An exclamation mark should now appear on the screen. Press and hold the “Volume Up” + “Power” buttons together to enter Recovery Mode.
Step 4: In CWM Recovery, select “flash zip from SD card” and then select “choose zip from sdcard”. Then navigate to the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat .zip file that you copied earlier and confirm the installation by pressing the Power button. The installation should now begin.
Step 5: Once the installation process completes, return to main Recovery Menu and select “reboot system now”. The phone will boot now and it may take about 5 minutes to complete.
Nexus 10 should be now updated with the Android 4.4.1 KOT49E KitKat. Head over to Settings -> About Phone to verify the software version running on the device.
