Users of Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos can now install Android 4.4 KitKat update via custom firmware.

As posted on International Business Times, a custom ROM based on Android 4.4.2 KitKat was released for Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos. Thanks to XDA developers, ParanoidAndroid ROM version 4.0 is now available for Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos.

Accordingly, the custom firmware based on Android 4.4.2 KitKat update is specifically compatible with Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos bearing the model number GT-I9082. As posted on the site, below are the notable features found on the ParanoidAndroid ROM based on Android 4.4.2 KitKat update for Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos:

Advanced Power Menu

Keyguard quick unlock

Disable fullscreen keyboard

Volume panel style - Expandable

Actionable status bar Date/Time

Long press volume buttons skips music

Screenshot delete notification action

Recent apps / Clear all recent apps (context aware button)

Some extra features include: HALO, Double tap to sleep , Lockscreen see through with blur and Non instructive call

Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos was first released January of last year and it originally runs the official Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean, as posted on GSM Arena.

Since this is an unofficial update, Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos users who are interested to install Android 4.4.2 KitKat update should be more careful when installing the custom ROM as it can cause damage to the device if done wrongly.

Make sure as well that the battery level of the Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos is 80 percent or more before installing Android 4.4.2 Kitkat update to avoid power interruption issues. Moreover, the appropriate USB drivers for the Grand Duos should be installed on the computer so the Android device can easily connect during the installation process.

Visit this IB Times post to learn the detailed step-by-step instructions on how to install Android 4.4.2 KitKat update on Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos GT-I9082.