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Mac and Android are typically incompatible. This is where Samsung Kies steps in, building a bridge between the two operating systems. It could use some work, but it’s one of the few options available.

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Kies 3.1.0 for Mac can be downloaded from our software library for free. The program is also known as 'Kies mini', 'Uninstall Kies', 'Kies Air Discovery Service'. This free application was developed to work on Mac OS X 10.5 or later. Kies for Mac is categorized as System Tools. This free Mac app is an intellectual property of Samsung. Samsung Kies is all about creating a backup of all of your information, except for copyrighted content, on your computer. In this case, it tries to send your Android data to a Mac computer. Generally, these two operating systems don’t get along. However, there are times when this application functions, even if it is limited.

This is a decent attempt at creating compatibility between Mac computers and Samsung Android devices.

Samsung Kies is all about creating a backup of all of your information, except for copyrighted content, on your computer. In this case, it tries to send your Android data to a Mac computer. Generally, these two operating systems don’t get along. However, there are times when this application functions, even if it is limited. There are some great things about it, though.

Plugging your phone into your computer, you can easily see all the information it has stored on your screen. This is fantastic for managing large quantities of information that would otherwise be tedious on your device’s small screen. This is, in part, thanks to the great user interface. But, apart from easy synchronization with your e-mail accounts, it struggles to transfer actual information.

A large complaint from general users is that it has some serious bugs. These involve issues while syncing that cause loss of data. You heard right, using this application puts your data at risk of permanent loss. This is especially frustrating considering there are plenty of alternatives, like AirMore, protect your information in this delicate process. An unreliable backup app is something you should definitely avoid.

Where can you run this program?

This program runs on Samsung Android devices and Mac products.

Is there a better alternative?

Absolutely. This program gets a thumbs up for the effort, but WonderShare MobileGo is a much better choice. It’s more reliable and keeps your data safe.

Our take

You should consider picking a better alternative. If a backup program has a chance of losing your information, it defeats the purpose.

Should you download it?

No. Keep your media files safe, and choose another option.

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Syncs with Outlook
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Odin Flash Tool was developed solely to flash stock firmware on Samsung devices. But as the tool evolved, it added many new features, and now we can flash Custom Recovery (TWRP/CWM), SuperSU and other root packages, and mods via Samsung Odin. Earlier, we have shared Samsung Odin for Windows, and on this page, you'll be able to download Samsung Odin for Mac and Linux platforms.

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What is Samsung Odin?

Odin3 is Samsung's official tool for flashing firmware (ROM), Recovery, Bootloader, or Modem files on Samsung Galaxy devices. With the help of Samsung Odin3, users can unbrick, unroot, and return the device back to stock firmware. If you have soft-bricked your Samsung Galaxy device and can't find a way to fix it, then flash the stock firmware using Odin3 and restore the device/unbrick the device.

Samsung Odin for Mac and Linux

Samsung Odin is mainly developed for the Windows platform and is not available for Mac and Linux. But all thanks to the famous XDA developer/contributor AdamOutler, Samsung Odin for Mac and Linux is now possible with the port by the name JOdin. It is a direct port of the Odin for Windows, and it now works on all the three platforms – Windows, Mac, and Linux.

We can also use Odin on Mac using Heimdall, a cross-platform open-source tool suite for flashing firmware and ROMs on Samsung devices. It is believed that the Odin Flash Tool got its name from the king of gods in Norse mythology. So, keeping this into account, the developers of Heimdall named it after the Norse God and guardian of the Bifrost Bridge.

Both Samsung JOdin and Heimdall are Odin alternatives for Mac and Linux, and they are available for all three platforms – Windows, Mac, and Linux.

Download JOdin3 – Odin for Mac OS X and Linux

If you're looking for Samsung Odin for Mac/ Samsung Odin for Linux, we recommend you to download JOdin. JOdin3 is a direct port of windows version of Samsung Odin. It works with Mac OS and Linux platforms.

JOdin Features

Below are some of the features of the JOdin tool.

JOdin3 is based on the CASUAL-X project and Heimdall tool.
It automatically obtains the PIT file with a single device reboot.
Required USB drivers are installed automatically on Windows.
Heimdall is installed automatically on Mac OS.
In-app instructions are available at each step for easy flashing.
JOdin for Mac, Linux, and Windows supports .tar and .tar.md5 files to flash on the device.

Why use JOdin3?

The official Samsung flashing tool Odin is available for only the Windows platform. But what if you are using Mac OS or Linux? In this situation, JOdin3 comes to rescue.

JOdin is platform-independent, and it just requires the Java Runtime Environment. So, it is the perfect and highly recommended alternative for Samsung Odin.

However, unlike Odin, JOdin is not considered as an official flashing software. But it works perfectly and gets the job of flashing Stock firmware, Recovery, Root package, and other mods done easily.

JOdin – Requirements

Before you can download and install Odin on Mac or Linux or Windows, you need to configure your system accordingly.

Download and install the Java Runtime Environment.
On Windows, make sure you have proper Samsung USB drivers installed. If not, they will be installed automatically with Heimdall.
Download and install Heimdall – Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Uninstall Samsung KIES/Smart Sync from your computer.

Download JOdin for Mac and Linux

Below are the download links for JOdin3. There is no official source for JOdin as the source has stopped supporting the development.

File Name	JOdin3CASUAL-r1142-dist.zip
Version	JOdin3 r1142
Size	85.09 MB
Compatible	Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux

Note

You may have to download and install Heimdall on your computer first, as JOdin is based on Heimdall. Download Heimdall from the above JOdin requirements section.

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How to install JOdin on Mac OS X

We have written the complete step-by-step instruction on how to install JOdin on Mac. The process is quite simple and easy to follow.

First of all, download and install the Java Runtime Environment on macOS.
Once the JRE is installed on your computer, download and install Heimdall for macOS. Downlo

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