How to Update Galaxy Core I8260 with XXAML3 Android 4.1.2 Stock Firmware

Samsung Galaxy Core I8260 can now be updated to the latest XXAML3 Android 4.1.2 firmware update. This update has already been pushed to OTA and Samsung KIES, however the regions are limited and we assume you haven’t got this update on your phone yet. We have a manual method of updating your Galaxy Core which involves ODIN and is referred to as the ‘manual’ method. It should be noted that I8260XXAML3 is an official Samsung firmware and not a custom ROM. You can easily update Galaxy Core I8260 to XXAML3 Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean official firmware. This is an unbranded firmware, so any unlocked Galaxy Core user can install this update.

As you continue reading below, we will guide you how to install XXAML3 Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean on Galaxy Core I8260 using ODIN. We have also given some tips on how to backup your phone data and have given some other important tips. Don’t forget to backup all your apps and personal data as a precaution. Your data is of our utmost value so we recommend you backup once again and make sure nothing on your phone is left unaccounted for. Let’s continue with the tutorial now.

Disclaimer: All the custom ROMs and firmwares, official software updates, tools, mods or anything mentioned in the tutorial belong to their respective owners/developers. We (TeamAndroid.com) or the developers are not to be held responsible if you damage or brick your device. We don’t have you on gun point to try out this tutorial

Android 4.1.2 XXAML3 Firmware Details:

Model: GT-I8260
Model name: GALAXY Core
Country: Greece
Version: Android 4.1.2
Changelist: 1496882
Build date: Thu, 26 Dec 2013 08:53:03 +0000
Product Code: EUR
PDA: I8260XXAML3
CSC: I8260EURANA1
MODEM: I8260XXAMJ2

If you plan on rooting this phone or are still confused for why to root Galaxy Core I8260, read: Benefits of Rooting Your Android Device.

Samsung Galaxy Core USB Drivers

You will need to connect your Android phone with the computer. For that, please make sure you have installed the USB drivers for Samsung Galaxy Core properly. If not, you can download the latest official drivers from our Android USB Drivers section here:

Download Samsung Galaxy Core USB drivers!

Backup and Other Important Tips

Done with the USB drivers? Perfect. The tutorial is on the next page, but first, please take a look at the following tips and important points you need to take care of. These are important, as we don’t want anyone losing their personal data or apps:

Always backup your important data that you might need after you install a new custom ROM, an official software update or anything else. Make a backup for just in case, you never know when anything might go wrong. See below for some tips on how to backup data:

Samsung users can also back up data using Samsung KIES. If you backup data manually, you get more options what to choose from and it is very easy to move data across Android devices from different manufacturers, i.e moving Samsung Galaxy Note backup data to HTC One X.

If you already have a custom recovery (ClockworkMod, TWRP etc.) installed on your phone, we strongly recommend a backup using that as it creates a complete image of your existing phone set up.

A few more optional tips that you should remember:

1. Having problems connecting your Android phone to the computer? You need to enable USB debugging mode. See here: How to Enable USB Debugging — for Gingerbread, Ice Cream Sandwich and Jelly Bean.

2. Make sure your Android device is charged up to 80-85% battery level. This might help you: How to Check Battery Percentage. Why? Because, if your phone goes off suddenly while installing a custom ROM, flashing an official firmware update or installing mods etc. — your phone might get bricked or go dead permanently. No one wants that, right?

4. Most of the tutorials and how-to guides on Team Android are for factory unlocked Android phones and tablets. We recommend NOT to try our guides if your phone is locked to a carrier, unless we have specified the carrier name or device model.

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All set and ready? Good. You can now go to the next page and update Galaxy Core I8260 to Android 4.1.2 XXAML3 official firmware update.

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