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update android version

gary teale

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Feb 23, 2019
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Hi

Although pretty old now my tab 3 7" does what I need although the OS (4.4.2) is dated and slow compared to my Samsung A3 which has 6.0.1. I realise there is no support from Samsung for a newer OS but if possible I would like to install either Android 6 or 5. I've done quite a bit of googling but all the links I've tried for downloads seem to be broken. Is the necessary software still available to root my device and install a custom ROM or should I just upgrade to a newer model.

Thanks in advance

Gary
 
Is your problem that it is slow or that there are apps you want to use that aren't compatible with Android 4? If the latter then a custom ROM, if you can find the tools and a compatible ROM, may help. But if the problem is that it is slower than a modern device then installing a newer android version is unlikely to help, and might do the opposite.
 
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I find the newer OS much more user friendly, i'd like to have a go at putting it on. The low value of my tab 3 means it's no great shakes if it doesn't work but trolling through the internet for tools that work is probably more trouble than its worth. Time to upgrade my tablet I guess.

Thanks for the help

Gary

Ho-Lee-Crap.. I might have something for you but you'll still need do some small research to achieve perfection. I think what you're looking for is actually right --> HERE .. <-- Keep in mind that you may be restricted due to the device's RAM capacity and might need the Android GO versions but I certainly see options if ya wanna make the jump. PC may be required, FYI
 
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