Update Galaxy S Advance I9070 to Android 4.4.2 KitKat via CyanogenMod 11 ROM [How to Install]

Samsung Galaxy S Advance I9070 users can now enjoy the latest Android 4.4.2 KitKat features in a stable build, thanks to Mcclaw's release of CyanogenMod 11 (CM11) ROM Build 4 at Mcclaw Studio. The ROM is the result of a successful CM11 port from Galaxy Ace 2 to the older S Advance I9070.

Mcclaw's CM11 ROM is based on original CM sources and comes with a handful of bug-fixes and minor audio improvements. With the advent of this ROM, workarounds from camera preview fix and battery workarounds are no longer needed.

Android 4.4.2 CyanogenMod 11 Build 4 Features

• 2D/3D HW Acceleration
• audio (both speakers/headphones/microphone)
• GPS and A-GPS – fast fix getting
• Glonass navigation
• compass
• sensors
• Wi-fi
• Bluetooth 4.0 with LE support A2DP
• all native tethers (Wifi/BT/USB)
• Google Play
• CM11 functionallity
• CPU sleep mode
• MTP
• ADB
• no tearing
• tripple buffering
• YouTube HQ
• Wifi direct
• external storage
• camera
• video playing
• SELinux (temporary disabled)
• BLN (backlight notifications) support
• offline charging
• auto EFS backup
• New BT/GPS/offline charging/sensors drivers – no longer buggy Samsung's ones!
• built using Linaro toolchain
• also flashable via Odin

Some key bug fixes and improvements ported into this ROM are as follows:

• All video players, including Twitch are working correctly
• Phone (Dialer app) works very fast with this build
• More changes expected from latest S3 Mini releases

 Install Android 4.4.2 KitKat update on their Galaxy S Advance using our step-by-step guide given below.

Magmobi beta will not be held liable for any device damage during or after the firmware installation. Users are advised to proceed at their own risk.

Pre-requisites

• The Android 4.4.2 official CyanogenMod 11 ROM for the Galaxy S Advance GT-I9070 model only. Verify device model number by navigating to Settings > About.
• Verify that your phone has access to the latest custom recovery tools such as TWRP v2.6.3.0 and higher or CWM v6.0.4.5 and above.
• Back up data and settings using a recommended custom recovery tool, like ClockworkMod (CWM) or TWRP, as it creates a complete image of the existing tablet setup. In Recovery, choose Backup and Restore and tap Backup.
• Ensure USB debugging mode is enabled on the phone, by navigating to Settings > Developer Options (NOTE: Tap the device's Build Number seven times to unlock or reveal the hidden Developer Options under Settings.) Then select the checkbox to enable USB debugging mode under Settings > Developer Options.
• Make sure the device has at least 80% battery charge to prevent unexpected device shutdown (due to battery drain) while installing the ROM.

Downloads Required

• Android 4.4.2 KitKat CyanogenMod 11 ROM Build 4
• Google Apps for Android 4.4.2

Install Android 4.4.2 KitKat Update on Galaxy S Advance I9070 with CyanogenMod 11 ROM

Step-1: Download Android 4.4.2 CyanogenMod 11 Build 4 for Galaxy S Advance to computer

Step-2: Download Google Apps package

Step-3: Connect the Galaxy S Advance to computer via USB cable. Without extracting, copy the downloaded firmware zip and Google Apps zip files to the root folder of phone.

The Android 4.4.2 CM11 ROM can be installed on the Galaxy S Advance I9070 using either CWM or TWRP recovery. Follow any method based on the recovery mode installed on your device.

How to Install Android 4.4.2 CyanogenMod 11 ROM via ClockworkMod (CWM) Recovery

• Power off the phone and wait for 6 to 7 seconds until the device shuts down completely.
• Now press and hold Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together until the Galaxy S Advance logo appears on screen and the device boots into recovery mode. NOTE: In recovery mode, use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the desired option.
• Perform Wipe data/Factory reset (this will delete all apps and their settings and game progress) and choose Yes on next screen to confirm the action. Then perform Wipe Cache Partition and once again hit Yes to confirm.
• From the main menu of CWM recovery, go to Advanced and choose Wipe Dalvik Cache. Then hit Yes on next screen to confirm.
• Select Install Zip from sdcard and then click Choose zip from sdcard. Browse to the location of the AOKP ROM firmware file which you copied earlier to your phone. Choose Yes on next screen to confirm the ROM installation.
• Repeat the previous step to install Google Apps as well.
• Once Google Apps is also installed, select "+++++Go Back+++++"and reboot the device by tapping reboot system now from the recovery menu. Your Galaxy S Advance will restart and it may take about 5 minutes for first boot. So, do not interrupt the process.

Your Galaxy S Advance I9070 is now running on Android 4.4.2 KitKat via CyanogenMod 11 Build 4. Go to Settings > About Phone to verify the firmware installed.

NOTE: If the device gets stuck at boot loop (while rebooting), then just do a factory reset from recovery mode to fix the issue.

How to Install Android 4.4.2 CyanogenMod 11 ROM via TWRP Recovery

• Power off the phone and wait for 6 to 7 seconds until the device shuts down completely.
• Now press and hold Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together, until the Galaxy S Advance logo appears on screen and the device boots into recovery mode. NOTE: In recovery mode, use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the desired option.
• Perform Wipe data/Factory reset (this will delete all apps and their settings and game progress). To do so, tap on Wipe and scroll down to the bottom of the screen and do a Swipe on "Swipe to factory reset" option.
• Now perform a System format by selecting Wipe > Advanced Wipe and then tap on System option. Scroll to the bottom of screen and do a swipe on "Swipe to Wipe" option.
• Tap on install and navigate to the CM11 ROM zip file you copied earlier to your phone. Scroll to the bottom of screen and do a swipe on Swipe to confirm flash option to begin installing the firmware.
• Repeat the previous step to flash Google apps as well.
• Once Google Apps is also installed, select reboot and then tap on System to reboot your device. Your Galaxy S Advance will restart and it may take about 5 minutes for first boot to complete. So, do not interrupt the process.

Your Galaxy S Advance GT-I9070 is now running on Android 4.4.2 KitKat via CyanogenMod 11 ROM. Go to Settings > About Phone to verify the firmware installed.

NOTE: If the device gets stuck at boot loop (while rebooting), then just do a factory reset from recovery mode to fix the issue.