Based on a number of online reports, it seems that Samsung Galaxy S III owners in Canada are already getting the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update for their devices. It even became available one full day ahead of the scheduled release. Those under Rogers, Bell, Telus, and Virgin may now download the 318MB software update either through Samsung Kies or OTA (Over-the-Air). In case a device doesn't update automatically, users are urged to check manually by going into the Settings menu and looking into System software updates.
What Else You Need To Know
- Android 4.1 Jelly Bean introduces a few welcome improvements such as enhanced notifications, a better Face Unlock, additional Camera features, and faster user interface navigation all around.
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We don’t think the Android 4.1 update has reached Wind Mobile and Videotron subscribers just yet. But the day is still long my friend, so there’s still a good chance that you’ll get to join the Jelly Bean party on the promised date.- Bams Sadewo, Android Authority
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Jelly Bean rolling out to Samsung Galaxy S III in Canada
The update is 318MB and is now available through an Over-the-Air update and through Samsung Kies for Galaxy SIII variants on Rogers, TELUS, Bell and Virgin.
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Samsung Galaxy S III In Canada Gets Android 4.1 Jelly Bean Update
The updated has been released as an OTA update on a number of the carriers in Canada and is also available through Samsung’s KIES software updating tool.