Samsung Galaxy S4 Android 4.2.2, JellyBean Software Update Released

By Vincent Funaro, Christian Post Reporter Thursday, June 06, 2013

A Samsung Galaxy S4 Android 4.2.2, JellyBean software update was released by the company this week.

It is currently available for the Snapdragon 600 version of the device and will eventually roll out to the Exynos octa-core model. The update was issued to repair certain issues customers were reporting.

The software will bring some new features to the smartphone including new camera firmware, smart pause toggle, HDR video, a semi-transparent status bar and new icons in settings. It will also fix a smearing issue where users see a purple effect while scrolling, allow users to move apps to SD cards, allow them to secure boot status and will add increased legibility.

Germany will be the first country to receive the update, according to SamMobile. Other markets will receive it later this year. It measures in at 365.67MB and can be download OTA over-the-air or through Samsung KIES.

Samsung confirmed the existence of the Galaxy S4 Active earlier this week and also announced its release for this summer.

The device comes with many of the same features found on the original; however, its redesigned exterior prepares it for any type of outside environment. The S4 Active is both dust tight and waterproof carrying an IP67 certification.

The smartphone's design allows the owner of the device to submerge it in one meter of water for up to 30 minutes. It also has a water-resistant earphone jack. This is a great device for those who want to bring it in their pool to take photos or to capture every moment while on a wild rafting trip.

Other specifications on the Galaxy S4 Active include a 1.9GHz quad-core processor, 2,600mAh battery, a 5-inch Full HD TFT LCD screen (443 ppi) and a new feature called "Glove Touch" that allows users to operate the handset's touchscreen while wearing a glove.