[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] muniz_ri:
I have noticed that many have been willing to take the NK1 4.4.4 update and give up root access. Therefore I am putting this out there for those that have not done so but are considering doing so if they are able to keep root.

The following process will allow you to update to NK1 4.4.4 and keep root. However once updated to NK1 you

will not

be able to downgrade back to 4.4.2. If you screw something up after updating, e.g. while performing a mod, and have to flash back to stock

you will permanently lose root access

(unless an exploit is found in the future)! With that said I believe all of you are capable of making your own decision as to whether or not to proceed at your own risk!

**You can begin the following process from

any

Build/ROM but you must already have Root Access**

**Required** FlashFire - Play BETA - PREVIEW

1. Join the G+ community using the same Google account as you're using for Play on your phone/tablet Here.

2. Sign up to receive the BETA versions from Play Here.

- Use the link provided after sign-up to download the app.

Instructions:

1. Extract the N900V_NK1_Stock_Rooted_Firmware from the .rar and place it and the N900V_NK1_Stock_Partitions onto your device (use either internal or ext-sdcard).

2. Open the FlashFire app and "Agree" to the Terms and Conditions.

3. Press "(+)" twice to bring up the "Actions" menu.

4. Press "Flash firmware package" then locate and select the N900V_NK1_Stock_Rooted_Firmware. FlashFire will scan the firmware which may take several minutes to complete. Press "ok" once the md5 is confirmed then make certain that both "Boot" and "System" are selected. Press the checkmark to continue.

5. Press "(+)" again then press "Flash Zip or OTA" and locate and select the N900V_NK1_Stock_Partitions. Leave "Auto-mount" unchecked under the "Options" menu and press the checkmark to continue.

6. Press “(+)” once again to bring up “Actions” and select “Wipe.”

7. Under the “Options” menu select all partitions except “Internal storage” then press the checkmark to continue.

8. From the main menu Tap-hold-drag your "Actions" and place them in the following order:

- "Wipe"

- "Flash firmware package"

- "Flash ZIP or OTA"

(leave default settings under "EverRoot" and "Reboot" options)

9. Last, press the lightning bolt then "Ok" to begin the flash .

The screen will turn black then display the contents of your system before beginning the flashes. Once complete your device will reboot and pause on the Verizon splash screen for two to three minutes before completely rebooting. Done!

Tip: for blazing fast speed turn off animations from Developer Options and reboot!

Changelog: http://www.verizonwireless.com/dam/support/pdf/system_update/benefits-galaxy-note-3-1-7-15.pdf

Notes:

1. The above process will not affect your User Data or Knox Warranty Flag.

2. The process will update your Modem, Non-hlos, System, Kernel, Stock Recovery, and Bootloader to NK1.

3. To update to factory stock(unrooted) NK1 flash the N900VVRUDNK1_N900VVZWDNK1_N900VVRUDNK1_HOME.tar using Odin's PDA slot(AP in Odin v3.09+).

4. To learn more about FlashFire's capabilities on locked bootloader devices see here: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=60070810&postcount=2