Odin3 v3.04 – Overview
Download Odin3 v3.04 it is a major update in the Odin tool series, marking the transition from the older 1.x interface to the modern 3.x framework. Released around late 2012 to early 2013, it was designed to support firmware flashing on newer Samsung devices shipping with Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) and Android 4.1–4.2 (Jelly Bean).
This version was commonly used with flagship models like the Samsung Galaxy S III (GT-I9300), Galaxy Note II (GT-N7100), and some early Galaxy Tabs.
Key Features Introduced in Odin3 v3.04
Feature Description
New interface design More structured and refined compared to Odin 1.x versions.
PDA → AP slot transition begins Still labeled as PDA, but internally paving way for the newer AP terminology used in 3.09+.
Improved multi-file firmware support More reliable flashing of PDA (system), Phone (modem), and CSC (region/carrier) files.
.tar.md5 file handling enhanced Better file verification and more stable flashing process.
Increased device compatibility Supports newer Samsung bootloaders introduced with the Galaxy S III and Note II.
Stability improvements Reduced issues during reboots and post-flash verification.
Supported Flash Slots
PDA – Main system image (in later versions, called AP).
PHONE – Modem/baseband firmware.
CSC – Country/Carrier-specific files.
PIT – Partition information (optional, used with Re-Partition).
Compatibility
Supported Devices Example Models
Galaxy S III Series GT-I9300, GT-I9305
Galaxy Note II GT-N7100
Galaxy Tab 2 Series GT-P3100, P5100
Firmware Format .tar.md5, multi-file firmwares (PDA/CSC/PHONE), legacy partition structure
Android Versions Android 4.0.x (ICS) to Android 4.2.x (Jelly Bean)
Limitations Compared to Newer Versions
Limitation Detail
No AP/BL/CP/CSC layout yet Still uses PDA/CSC/PHONE — modern firmwares won’t work.
No .lz4 compression support Cannot flash Android 8.0+ firmware.
No SHA256 support Not compatible with newer signature-verified firmware.
No dynamic partition support Cannot flash devices using dynamic partitions (Android 10+).
When to Use Odin3 v3.04
Flashing firmware on devices released between 2012 and 2013.
Working with multi-part .tar.md5 firmware for Galaxy S3, Note II, and older Galaxy Tabs.
Reverting to stock firmware or recovering from soft-brick.