Galaxy Grand Duos Gets Updated to Android 4.4.2 KitKat via ParanoidAndroid ROM [How to Install]

The Galaxy Grand Duos GT-I9082 can now be updated to the latest Android 4.4.2 KitKat firmware, thanks to the release of ParanoidAndroid ROM (v4.0) by XDA Developers. The latest PA ROM version 4.0 introduces dynamic settings, Global Immersive mode and Quick settings edit options (such as add, remove and reorder tiles).

Some of the noteworthy standard (non-configurable) features ported into this ROM include the following:

Advanced Power Menu
Keyguard quick unlock
Disable fullscreen keyboard
Volume panel style - Expandable
Actionable status bar Date/Time
Long press volume buttons skips music
Screenshot delete notification action
Recent apps / Clear all recent apps (context aware button)
Some extra features include: HALO, Double tap to sleep , Lockscreen see through with blur and Non instructive call

In addition, ParanoidAndroid 4.0 ROM offers several new custom KitKat features for Galaxy Grand Duos, which are listed below:

Custom Settings [Listed in Settings app]
1) Device

Sound
Volumes
ringtone & notification volumes toggle
Play sound when adjusting ringtone with volume buttons
Volume buttons wake

2) Display Notification LED
3) Battery Status bar icons
4) Security see through icons and themes
5) System App Privacy (Google App Ops)

Interested users can go ahead and install Android 4.4.2 KitKat update on their Galaxy Grand Duos using our step-by-step guide given below. IBTimes UK 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 ParanoidAndroid ROM and the instructions given in this guide are meant for the Galaxy Grand Duos GT-I9082 model only. Verify device model number by navigating to Settings > About Phone.
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 phone setup. In Recovery, choose Backup and Restore and tap Backup.
Verify correct USB drivers for the phone are installed on the computer (download Galaxy Grand Duos USB drivers).
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.
Ensure the phone is unlocked (not locked to a specific carrier) and rooted with the latest ClockworkMod (CWM) Recovery (v6.0.4.5) installed.

Downloads Required

Steps to Install Android 4.4.2 KitKat Update on Galaxy Grand Duos I9082 with ParanoidAndroid ROM v4.0

Step-1: Download Android 4.4.2 ParanoidAndroid ROM v4.0 for Galaxy Grand Duos to computer

Step-2: Download Google Apps package

Step-3: Connect the Grand Duos 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 PA ROM can be installed on the Galaxy Grand Duos I9082 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 ParanoidAndroid ROM via ClockworkMod (CWM) Recovery

Power off the phone and wait for 4 to 5 seconds until the device shuts down completely.
Now press and hold Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together until the Galaxy Samsung 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 ParanoidAndroid 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 Grand Duos will restart and it may take about 5 minutes for first boot. So, do not interrupt the process.

Your Galaxy Grand Duos GT-I9082 is now running on Android 4.4.2 KitKat via ParanoidAndroid ROM v4.0. 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 ParanoidAndroid ROM via TWRP Recovery

Power off the phone and wait for 4 to 5 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 PA 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 Grand Duos will restart and it may take about 5 minutes for first boot to complete. So, do not interrupt the process.

Your Galaxy Grand Duos GT-I9082 is now running on Android 4.4.2 KitKat via ParanoidAndroid 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.

[Source: XDA]