Samsung has started rolling out the Android 4.4 KitKat for Samsung Galaxy Note 3. However, Samsung remains tight lipped about its process of rolling out. Galaxy Note 3 users in different regions have to wait for official announcement and other reports to check if they can upgrade already. Understanding how the Android 4.4 KitKat works including the roll-out should help guide Galaxy Note 3 owners on what do to and wait for.

It was at during the last week of October 2013 when Google announced its newest OS update: Android 4.4 KitKat. The update was based on the foundation of Android 4.3 Jelly Bean but with UI enhancements and bug fixes. It also features a updated dialer.

Following the announcement, manufacturers like Sony, Motorola and HTC discussed their plans for the Android 4.4 KitKat update. The companies confirmed they will be rolling up the new OS. HTC even provided particular dates for its KitKat roll-out. This is something new for companies and Android updates. Announcements from companies as such confirm the growing influence of Google's OS on production of devices.

Samsung did not detail its Android 4.4 KitKat updates until the second week of January 2014. Samsung is well known for keeping the cards close to its chest. It does not divulge much information unless the actual roll-out is happening or closely near.

Initial Roll-out

According to reports, Samsung will be releasing the Android 4.4 KitKat to Galaxy Note 3 and Galaxy S4 users this January. That was partly true. During the second week of January, Samsung began pushing Android 4.4 KitKat to Samsung Galaxy Note 3 users. This was the first roll-out, but Samsung did not give further details. The update is still limited.

Limited Release is Fine

At the moment, Samsung chose Poland to roll out the initial update of Android 4.4 KitKat. For people who just bought a Galaxy Note 3, this is how Samsung operates usually. There are no clear reasons why Samsung chose Poland, but it should be a good lead for Galaxy Note 3 owners. The roll-out is, in fact, happening, but schedules vary per region. It may be a test run for Samsung.

Once the company sees the update enhances performance, it should start rolling out to other countries, according to analysts. Galaxy Note 3 owners in the United States and other parts of the world should expect the procedure to be in stages. According to recent reports, the Exynos version of the device will most likely receive the update first.

U.S. Carriers Will Not Give Out Dates Often

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 owners should also not expect carriers to announce roll-out dates. Samsung did not say anything along with carriers like AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, U.S. Cellular and Verizon. Analysts say people should not expect the tradition to change. Users should wait for notifications on their devices on when the update is available.