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Install/ Update OUKITEL K13 Pro to Android 9 Pie Stock ROM Firmware

Good news for  OUKITEL K13 Pro users, and it comes in the form of the latest software update. Oukitel Mobile has released the next major Android release for the device, i.e. Android 9 Pie for your OUKITEL K13 Pro device. If you were waiting for the arrival of Android 9 Pie on your OUKITEL K13 Pro, then here we go. Those who were wondering to install the latest Stock ROM Firmware on your device, can now rejoice as they can flash the latest software on their device.

Oukitel has officially released the Stock Android 9 Pie and AOSP Custom Skin for the OUKITEL K13 Pro.  The Android 7.0 Nougat is the predecessor to the Android 8.1 Oreo software, and Android 9.0 is the successor to the Android 8 Oreo operating system. The Official Android 9 Pie Firmware comes with the various Bug fixes, Security patches, and improve the overall stability of the device.

So, if you own a OUKITEL K13 Pro, you can install the latest update for your device, which comes with OUKITEL_K13_Pro_EEA_V27_20200715-1236, and is based on Android 9 Pie. The update often aims to increase system stability and increase the performance of the device, as well as adding new features.

OUKITEL K13 Pro Android 9 Pie OTA Firmware/ Flash File

All OUKITEL K13 Pro owners may already receive the OTA update notification on their device. You might be already aware of the fact that the Android Team fixes the vulnerabilities found in the operating system from time to time, and releases the updates in a timely manner. The OEMs, then push the Security Updates with patched/ fixed Android vulnerabilities in the form of OTA and Stock ROM updates. Updating your smartphone through OTA Firmware update does not delete the data.

In the below guide, we will be guiding you step by step process to flash/ install the latest OUKITEL_K13_Pro_EEA_V27_20200715-1236 Android 9 Pie on OUKITEL K13 Pro. The download link for this Stock ROM has been added to the pre-requisite section. You can simply flash the Stock Firmware .zip or .img file manually through SP Flash Tools, if you have not received it through the OTA update.

Firmware Details:

Android Version: Android 9 Pie

Device Name: OUKITEL K13 Pro

SoC: MediaTek Helio P22 (MT6762)

Processor: Octa-core 4x 2.0 GHz ARM Cortex-A53 4x 1.5 GHz ARM Cortex-A53, 8 Cores

UI Version: AOSP

Firmware Versions: OUKITEL_K13_Pro_EEA_V27_20200715-1236

Model: OUKITEL K13 Pro

Release Date: July 2020

Android security patch level: June 2020

Country: NA

Status: Official

Disclaimer: AndroidWeblog.com covers although everything in a very neat and a processed manner so that our readers get exactly what they want, still there are meager chances of basic issues that may arise out of the listed steps here. Hence it is in the sole interest of the user to follow the steps very cautiously so as to stay away from any mishappenings with your device.

Updating or flashing the Stock ROM firmware or Custom ROM firmware updates certainly without any doubt comes with risk to brick devices. If you brick the device, while upgrading the firmware of your smartphone, then kindly be in touch with the Official Service center of Oukitel Mobile near your location. AndroidWeblog.com in no way will be held responsible for warranty void or your bricked device.

Prerequisite

Ensure to check your model number, which must be:

  • OUKITEL K13 Pro

You must have to ensure that prior to rooting your phone, you have read thoroughly the disclaimer and you agree to proceed further on your risk.

  • Phone Should be Charged

Your phone must be 70% charged at least else, it may lead to complications sometimes while experimenting. Why take the risk, try to charge it fully.

  • Back-Up

If you are either going to root your phone or install a Custom ROM, it is a good habit to make a back up of your phone. Make a back up of all your media like images, videos, and all on your PC and your contacts on Cloud.

  • Enable USB Debugging

You must enable the USB debugging option by going in to Settings, Applications, and Developer options.

Downloads For Updating  OUKITEL K13 Pro

Download MediaTek USB VCOM Drivers here (MT6xxx_USB_VCOM_drivers. zip)

Download Latest Android 9 Pie Stock ROM for OUKITEL K13 Pro:

Download the Latest Version of the SPFlash Tool for Windows here.

How to update OUKITEL K13 Pro to Android 9 Pie via OTA (Over the air)

Note: For this method, you won’t need to download any file mentioned in the pre-requisite section of this article. You can directly follow the below steps, if you prefer the OTA method.

You can directly check the latest version of firmware/ software available for your device, OUKITEL K13 Pro by navigating to:

Settings > About Device > Software Updates

When a new software update is available for your device, the notifications panel will display the software update message. Just you need to pull down the notification bar, and then press ‘Software Update’, and this will begin the upgrade process of device OUKITEL_K13_Pro_EEA_V27_20200715-1236 , based on Android 9 Pie.

If in-case you have not received the software update, then just follow the below guides, to flash firmware manually through either below guide. No matter which method you prefer, however, OTA is a safer method to upgrade your device. But in case you prefer upgrading your device manually, then just carefully follow our below guide step by step.

How to Manually update OUKITEL K13 Pro to Android 9 Pie Firmware

Step 1: Begin with downloading all the files mentioned above in the prerequisite section.

Step 2: Browse through the files downloaded, and then Right-click on the zipped file MT6xxx_USB_VCOM_drivers. zip and extract the same. Then navigate to the extracted folder and then click on the file InstallDriver. exe. This will install the Preloader VCOM in your system.

Step 3: Assuming that you have downloaded SP FlashTool (Win) from the provided link above, Then simply click and extract the archive. Then, browse and run the file flash_tool. exe

SP Flash Tools Files

Step 4: Once the SP Flash Tools opens up, you will see the tabs like ‘Welcome’, ‘Format’, ‘Download’, ‘Readback’, and ‘Memory Test’. Just click on ‘Download Tab’ to select the same.

Step 5: Now, at this stage, on the Download Tab, you will notice the options ‘Download Agent’ with folder icon right next to the file path, as well as ‘Scatter-loading’ underneath. Just click on the folder ‘Download Agent’ and navigate to the folder of Flash Tool and then open the folder SP_MDT, and click on MTK_AllInOneDA.bin file.

Step 6: Now, click on the Scatter-loading button, and find the Scatter File from the downloaded Stock Firmware zip file, which you have downloaded. The name of the file should look like MTxxxx_Android_scatter.txt [XXXX Stands for Chipset/ processor number of MediaTek i.e. 6753 etc.].

Step 7: After selecting and loading the MTxxxx_Android_scatter.txt file under ‘Scatter-loading file’, simply click the ‘Download’ button.

Step 8: Now, remove the battery of your device, if it is removable, and re-insert again. You should connect the phone to the computer in Download Mode only. To do the same, just hold down the Volume Down+Volume Up buttons simultaneously, and then connect the device to computer via USB Cable. Make sure that Volume Down+Volume Up buttons are pressed until the device is detected by PC.

Step 9: Now, hook up/ connect your OUKITEL K13 Pro to the computer via USB slot. Connecting your smartphone will begin the flashing process automatically, and it requires simply a few seconds to complete.

Step 10: At this point in the latest Stock Firmware Android 9 Pie on your OUKITEL K13 Pro device has been flashed. Now, you may disconnect the device from the computer. You will see the message with the ‘Green Check mark’ with the ‘Download OK’ message.

Step 11: Now, you may disconnect the phone from the computer, and also close the ‘SP Flash Tool’, and turn on the phone, and enjoy the latest firmware.

Congratulations, you have successfully flashed OUKITEL_K13_Pro_EEA_V27_20200715-1236 Android 9 Pie on your OUKITEL K13 Pro device. If you faced any issue while flashing, then do not hesitate to let’s know in the comments section below.

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