How to Install the Android OS on the Samsung Instinct HD
- 1). Download the Android SDK OS at the Android Developers website (see Resources). Select your computer's operating system from the list. Save the .zip file to your desktop.
- 2). Download and install the starter package and plug-in for the Android. These are on the left-hand side of the Android Developers website. Save the files to your desktop.
- 3). Double-click each file. Follow the setup wizard instructions for proper installation. Restart your computer after the process is complete.
- 4). Remove the protective cover from the back of your Samsung Instinct phone. Take out the battery and insert a SD memory card. Save your important data to your memory card, since installing the Android OS may wipe out your phone's memory.
- 5). Attach the data cable to your Samsung phone. Insert the other end to your computer's USB port.
- 6). Highlight the Android files on your desktop. Right click and select "Copy." Click "Start and "Computer."
- 7). Click on your Samsung Instinct folder. Right click and select "Paste." The Android OS files will copy to your folders.
- 8). Disconnect the data cable from your computer and phone. Restart your Samsung Instinct phone. It should boot up with the Android OS.
