The update is now rolling out OTA (over-the-air), in phases

Mar 6, 2013 15:47 GMT  ·  By

US-based carrier C Spire has just announced it has started the rollout of the Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean update for Samsung Galaxy S III.

Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean upgrade is pushed OTA (over-the-air) in phases, so those who have yet to be notified on the update can manually check for it by going to Settings / About device / Software update.

Furthermore, the update can also be downloaded and installed via Samsung Kies desktop software. Some of the changes added by this update include:

- Android 4.1.2 with faster, smoother user interface throughout. - Swype keyboard preloaded; - Google Now; - Expandable notifications and smarter widgets; - Enhanced camera features; - Blocking mode; - Home screen mode (easy and basic modes); - Added apps: Chrome, Help, Paper Artist, Voice Search.