upgrade to kitkat

[Android Question]

can I upgrade note 1 to kit hat

 

[Hamiddg]

There is no Android 4.4 stock ROM for your device, and there won't be.
But you may try custom ROMs

 

[scary alien]

You'll usually hear about an operating system (Android) update from your carrier.

Failing any official word, there is, like Hamiddg suggested, usually a custom ROM available that suit your needs.