Galaxy Note 2 Android 4.3, JellyBean Update Hinted at by Telstra
The Galaxy Note 2 Android 4.3, JellyBean update should begin rolling out soon overseas.
The Australian mobile operator Telstra recently confirmed that the Galaxy Note 2 will not get Android 4.2.2, but instead will receive a "newer version." This will most likely be Android 4.3.
"Samsung have elected globally to skip the 4.2.2 update for the device and will instead go to a newer version of Android. No schedule has been provided for this update," wrote Telstra on its support pages.
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Samsung has not mentioned anything about the update at this time, however, it would make sense for the Android 4.2.2 roll out to be canceled to make way for the new version in order to stay current.
The Android 4.3 update was finally unveiled at Google's media event that took place at the end of last month.
The new software will roll out to Nexus devices immediately with other popular smartphones such as the Galaxy S4 and HTC One receiving it a bit later on down the line. However, the wait should not be too long for those users.
Android 4.3 comes pre-installed in the Nexus 7 successor that was also unveiled at the media event. The new software was demonstrated on the tablet.
The upgrade to Android will bring new capabilities to the multi-user mode that is currently available on JellyBean-powered tablets. A new restricted profile feature will allow tablet owners to customize the kind of access other people have on certain devices. In this restricted mode, apps will be available to multiple profiles, but they will function differently. In-app purchases will not be available in restricted profiles so children will be prevented from making unwanted transactions.
The long rumored Bluetooth Smart feature will also be available on Android 4.3. It will basically allow a device to conduct more Bluetooth activity without draining too much power. Users will be able to pair a variety of Bluetooth-enabled devices to the Android 4.3-powered one.
