How to Update Samsung Galaxy S3 I9300 with Android 4.1.2 XXEMA2 Jelly Bean Official Firmware

Samsung has rolled out official Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean update with base firmware XXEMA2 for the international version of Galaxy S3 bearing model number GT-I9300. The XXEMA2 build is an unbranded version of firmware which means it can be installed on any Galaxy S3 I9300 unit. The new official firmware is now available for download through Samsung KIES as well as Over-The-Air (OTA) update in Southeast Asia countries.

Firmware details
PDA: I9300XXEMA2
CSC: I9300OLBEMA1
Version: Android 4.1.2
Built date: January, 2013
Regions: Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand

The Galaxy S3 users who missed the OTA update notification and those who are residing outside the supported countries can manually download and install the same using our step-by-step guide given below.
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