The Samsung Galaxy Note 2 LTE variant bearing model no. GT-N7105 recently got the new Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update with N7105XXUEMK9 base firmware. Firmware details are as follows: CSC: N7105DNFEMK2, PDA: N7105XXUEMK9, Build date: 20 November, 2013, Version: Android 4.3 Jelly Bean

Owners can now install the most recent stock firmware as an over-the-air update and via the Samsung Kies server. It is an unbranded firmware version so it can be install on all unlocked GT-N7105 units, regardless of region and country.

Those who were not able to update their Samsung Galaxy Note 2 to Android 4.3 N7105XXUEMK9 through either of the abovementioned official methods because of region may simply follow the step-by-step guide on the link below to manually install using the Odin flashing tool. IBTimes will not be held responsible for any damage to your device so you are advised to make sure your handset meets this set of requirements:

1. Install the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 USB driver to connect the device to the computer.

2. Enable USB debugging mode on the handset to connect it to the computer and use Android SDK. Go to Settings - About. Tap "Build Number" a few times until the message "You are now a developer" appears. Enable USB debugging mode by going to Settings - Developer Options.

3. Back up you files because this tutorial will likely wipe out all your data. If the handset has any custom recoveries such as TWRP/CWM, back up using it.

4. Make sure your Galaxy Note 2 has more than 80% battery charge because you don't want to stall the installation process due to power interruption.

5. Your device must be factory unlocked and not locked to a carrier.

6. Your handset will lose custom ROM and the custom recovery will be replaced by the stock recovery.

7. Once the official firmware is installed, the device does not belong to a rooted version anymore.

8. N7105XXUEMKA Android 4.3 Jelly Bean is only intended for LTE Samsung Galaxy Note 2 GT-N7105. Flashing this on another variant might brick the device so verify your Note 2's model no. by going to Settings - About device - Model number.

Follow this step-by-step guide on how to install N7105XXUEMK9 Android 4.3 Jelly Bean on Galaxy Note 2 LTE (N7105)