Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE is finally bound for Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update via Android Open Source (AOSP). With AOSP, the phone is slated to get a roster of exclusive features and customization options.
Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE with model number I9505 took its road to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow via AOSP custom update. Although there is nothing fancy that the firmware can offer to the phone, AOSP is vowed to come stable, fast and smooth along with its tweaks and customization options.
However, AOSP is still in beta stage which could possibly bring the phone to some issues. For those who want to proceed with the installation though can do so, but be reminded of the following guidelines:
- Do not use the ROM to other devices;
- Install TWRP or CWM Recovery on the phone.
- Back up all necessary data here or via Samsung KIES;
- Do a Dalvik Cache wipe before leaving the recovery mode;
- Samsung KIES can no longer detect the device after installing the ROM; and
- Installing any custom ROM including this one induces risk of damaging device. Neither this site nor developers of the firmware will be held responsible for such damage.
Below are detailed steps to install Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow via AOSP on Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE I9505:
1. Download Android 6.0.1 custom firmware here on PC.
2. Download Google Apps Package here.
3. Connect phone to PC using the USB cable.
4. Copy then paste downloaded ROM files to phone's memory or SD card.
5. Copy then paste the boot.img file to android-sdk-windowsplatform-tools directory.
6. Switch off phone and plug it out from the PC.
7. Go to Recovery mode by press holding volume up and power buttons.
8. Choose 'Wipe' to delete of data then 'Swipe to Factory Reset'.
9. Go to main menu and choose 'Install'. Choose the copied ZIP file on the phone.
10. Choose 'Swipe to Confirm Flash'.
11. Wait for the installation to complete.
12. Repeat the process beginning #2 for Google Apps.
13. When phone gets into any boot loops or other troubles, tap 'Wipe cache/dalvik' button.
14. Choose 'Reboot System'.
To check for the new software version, go Settings > About phone.
