Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini Phone: Upgrade to Android 6.0.1. After a long wait, the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update for the Galaxy S3 Mini has arrived. However, it’s important to note that this is a custom ROM, not the official firmware. While previous custom ROMs for the S3 Mini were quickly released based on Android KitKat and Lollipop, the Marshmallow update took longer to become available. The new Marshmallow firmware for the S3 Mini is built on the CyanogenMod 13 custom ROM.
The CyanogenMod 13 Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow ROM has been adapted for the S3 Mini from a custom ROM originally made for the Galaxy Ace 2. The ROM has successfully incorporated important features such as WiFi, Bluetooth, RIL, Camera, and Audio/Video, all functioning properly. While there may be a few bugs in the ROM and some features may not work, it is a remarkable advantage to have Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow on an older and less powerful device like the S3 Mini. Therefore, any minor issues should be seen as insignificant inconveniences.
We understand that you’re here to find a way to update your phone with the latest software. Without wasting any more time, let’s get straight to the point. In this post, you will discover a step-by-step guide on how to install Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow on your Galaxy S3 Mini I8190 using the CyanogenMod 13 custom ROM. First, we will cover some initial preparations and precautions, and then we will proceed with flashing the ROM immediately.
Initial Preparations
- This ROM is specifically for Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini GT-I8190. Please ensure that you check your device’s model in Settings > About Device > Model and refrain from using it on any other device.
- To ensure compatibility, your device should have a custom recovery installed. Follow our comprehensive guide to install TWRP 2.8 recovery on your Mini S3 if you don’t already have it.
- It is highly recommended to have your device’s battery charged to at least 60% to avoid any power issues during the flashing process.
- It is highly recommended to back up your important media content, contacts, call logs, and messages. This will come in handy in case of any mishaps or the need to reset your phone.
- If your device is already rooted, utilize Titanium Backup to backup all your critical apps and system data.
- Also if you are using a custom recovery, it is recommended that you backup your current system using that first. [Just for the sake of safety]. Here’s our full Nandroid Backup guide.
- During the installation process of this ROM, it is necessary to perform Data Wipes. Therefore, it is essential to ensure that you have backed up all the mentioned data beforehand.
- Before flashing this ROM, it is advised to create an EFS backup of your phone.
- To successfully flash this ROM, it is important to have sufficient confidence.
- Great! Proceed with flashing the custom firmware and make sure to follow this guide precisely.
Disclaimer: Flashing custom ROMs and rooting your phone are custom methods that can potentially brick your device. These actions are not endorsed by Google or the manufacturer (SAMSUNG). Rooting will void your warranty and you won’t be eligible for free device services. We are not responsible for any mishaps. Follow instructions carefully at your own risk.
Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini Phone: Upgrade to Android 6.0.1 with CM 13 ROM
- Please download the file named “cm-13.0-20161004-PORT-golden.zip“.
- Please download the “Gapps.zip” file for CM 13 that is compatible with arm – 6.0/6.0.1.
- Please proceed to connect your phone to your PC at this time.
- Kindly transfer both .zip files to the storage of your phone.
- At this point, please disconnect your phone and power it off completely.
- To access TWRP recovery, power on your phone while pressing and holding the Volume Up + Home Button + Power Key. Recovery mode should appear shortly.
- Once in TWRP recovery, proceed to perform actions such as wiping the cache, factory data reset, and accessing advanced options, specifically the dalvik cache.
- Once you have wiped all three, proceed by selecting the “Install” option.
- Next, click on “Install,” then choose the option “Choose Zip from SD card,” followed by selecting the “cm-13.0-xxxxxxx-golden.zip” file, and confirm by choosing “Yes.”
- Once the ROM is flashed onto your phone, return to the main menu in the recovery mode.
- Next, choose “Install” once again, then select “Choose Zip from SD card,” followed by selecting the “Gapps.zip” file, and confirm by choosing “Yes.”
- This process will install the Gapps onto your phone.
- Please restart your device.
- After a short period, you will notice that your device is running the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow operating system.
- That concludes everything!
The first boot may take up to 10 minutes. If it’s taking too long, you can fix the issue by wiping the cache and dalvik cache in TWRP recovery. If there are further problems, you can use the Nandroid backup or follow our guide to install stock firmware.
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