Android Marshmallow-based Phronesis custom ROM has been made available to the Galaxy Note 3.
After rolling out Android 5.1.1 Lollipop to the Galaxy Note 3 in late 2015, Samsung disbanded the software service to the device, as the device was more than two years old.
Those who are still hanging on to the 2013 flagship phablet and want to explore the Android 6.0 mobile OS on it, can try installing the Phronesis firmware.
It offers all the features of Marshmallow such as Doze power regulator, new Now on Tap search option, and latest security patches. It also brings a do-not-disturb option, performance tweaks, support for more international languages, and also numerous exclusive themes and wallpapers as well.
Prerequisites (Things to remember before installing the custom ROM):
- This Phronesis Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow custom ROM has to be installed on the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N9005) LTE model only; if tried on other devices, it might get bricked [To check your device model: Go to Settings >> About phone >> model number]Make sure the device is rooted before going forward for custom ROM installation.
- Installation of custom ROM requires clearing of memory in the smartphone, so make sure to back all the data by installing Clockwork Mod (CWM) Recovery/ TWRP in the smartphone.
- Make sure the PC has USB driver software, or else the device (Galaxy Note 3) will not be recognised by the computer.
- Make sure the device has more than 80% battery, or else there is chance of the smartphone getting temporarily bricked if the installation process is interrupted midway.
- Though installing custom ROM improve the device's performance and UI experiences, it makes the company warranty void and they will no longer be liable to provide updates in future [users can restore warranty by flashing the device with stock-ROM]
[Disclaimer: This procedure is very technical and should be performed by a person with sound knowledge of rooting (or manual software installation) Android devices. If the step-by-step installation process is not followed properly, there are chances of the smartphone getting bricked or being permanently irreparable. IBTimes India cannot be held responsible for any damage or claims from readers if the procedure does not yield the required results or if the smartphone is bricked. Hence, users are advised to proceed with caution.]
Tutorial: Step-by-step installation procedure of Phronesis Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow custom ROM on Samsung Galaxy Note 3 LTE via TWRP (Team Win Recovery Project)-
Step 1: Afterdownloading Phronesis Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow custom ROM and Google Apps in to your PC, connect Galaxy Note 3 to it
[Note: Before plugging the phone to the computer, be sure that you have installed USB driver software]
Step 2: Place the Phronesis Android 6.0 Marshmallow into the phone's storage memory
[Note: Users are advised to paste the .zip file in the storage root folder, not in any other folder.]
Step 3: Turn off device and disconnect it from PC
Step 4: Perform Recovery mode sorties by long pressing Volume (Down) + Power buttons
Step 5: Once entering the TWRP settings menu, clear phone's memory (full) by selecting 'Wipe' option. Once done, select – 'Swipe to Factory Reset' perform factory reset
Step 6: Return to TWRP settings and tap 'Install' by the selecting .Zip file in the phone's memory downloaded from PC
Step 7: Come back to TWRP menu setting to approve the installation by tapping 'Swipe to Confirm Flash'
Step 8: Flashing of the custom ROM begins and after few minutes, a message 'Successful' appears on the screen, thus completing installation.
Step 9: If faced with boot loop problem, navigate back to TWRP settings, and select 'Wipe cache/dalvik'. This procedure will help resolve any issue with regard to custom ROM installation
Downloadable files:
Phronesis Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow custom ROM: HERE
Google Apps: HERE
USB Driver:HERE
