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Samsung Galaxy S3

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4.6 out of 5
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Pros

  • decent pair of headphones music reproduction is clear and sharp
  • Samsung Galaxy S3 feels superb in the hand
  • The performance is simple unsurpassed

Cons

  • Galaxy S3 is not a cheap-feeling phone
  • is a fair bit more expensive
  • Galaxy S III will be slightly worse in low-lighting conditions

Key specs

  • 8 Mpx
  • 4.8 in
  • 1280, 720 px
  • AMOLED, Super AMOLED
  • 306 ppi
  • 2100 mAh
  • Quad-core
  • 1.9 Mpx

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Samsung Galaxy S3 - Variants

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  • Internal storage
    • 64 GB
    • 32 GB
    • 16 GB
  • 4G LTE
    • no
    • yes
  • RAM memory
    • 1 GB
    • 2 GB
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Galaxy S3 64GB 1GB
Internal storage:
  • 64 GB
4G LTE:
  • no
RAM memory:
  • 1 GB
Galaxy S3 32GB
Internal storage:
  • 32 GB
4G LTE:
  • no
RAM memory:
  • 1 GB
Galaxy S III LTE GT-i9305
Internal storage:
  • 16 GB
4G LTE:
  • yes
RAM memory:
  • 2 GB
Galaxy S3 16GB
Internal storage:
  • 16 GB
4G LTE:
  • no
RAM memory:
  • 1 GB

Samsung Galaxy S3 - Pros & Cons

Samsung Galaxy S3

Pros

  • decent pair of headphones music reproduction is clear and sharp
  • Samsung Galaxy S3 feels superb in the hand
  • The performance is simple unsurpassed
  • the colours are vivid
  • text is clean
  • readable and viewing angles are
  • quite functional and well-built
  • the smartphone feels nice in hand and is very well put together
  • the build quality is quite decent
  • The images are sharp and clear
  • excellent performance compared to other 4G phones

Cons

  • Galaxy S3 is not a cheap-feeling phone
  • is a fair bit more expensive
  • Galaxy S III will be slightly worse in low-lighting conditions
  • This is not a good voice recognition system
  • text will cause a light located above the display to flash
  • the gadget itself is really thin at only 8. 6mm thick
  • Does Samsung Galaxy S3 have wireless charging
  • it does not support 5GIs Samsung Galaxy S3 waterproof
  • Samsung Galaxy S3 have Google Play Services
  • removal to Play Store shortcut from top right corner of app drawer screen
  • it does not support wireless charging

Samsung Galaxy S3 - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
4.8 in
Best:
Asus FonePad 8
Screen size: 8 in
IconBattery capacity
2100 mAh
Best:
Doogee BL12000
Battery capacity: 12000 mAh
IconPixel density
306 ppi
Best:
Sony Xperia Z6
Pixel density: 891 ppi
IconCPU clock speed
1.4 GHz
Best:
Motorola Moto G100
CPU clock speed: 3.2 GHz

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Samsung Galaxy S3 - Full Specifications

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Hardware
Operating systemAndroid 4.3
CPU clock speed1.4 GHz
CPU coresQuad-core
CPU modelSamsung Exynos 4 Quad 4412
GPU modelARM Mali-400
RAM memory
  • 1 GB
  • 2 GB
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Rear camera
Primary sensor resolution8.0 Mpx
Primary lens aperture2.6 f
Video recordingyes
Highest video resolution1920 x 1080 px
Maximum FPS at the highest resolution30.0 fps
Maximum FPS (regardless of res.)30.0 fps
Autofocusyes
Burst Modeyes
Digital Image Stabilizationyes
Digital zoomyes
Face detectionyes
Geo-taggingyes
HDR Captureyes
LED Flashyes
Panoramayes
Smile detectionyes
Touch focusyes
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Storage
Internal storage
  • 16 GB
  • 32 GB
  • 64 GB
Memory card readeryes
Maximum card storage64GB
Types of memory card supported
  • microSD
  • microSDHC
  • microSDXC
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Dimensions
Height5.38 in
Width2.78 in
Depth0.34 in
Weight4.69 oz
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Other features
FM radioyes
IRyes
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Cellular
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)yes
Wireless networking standard
  • 802.11a
  • 802.11b
  • 802.11g
  • 802.11n
Data transmission
  • DC-HSDPA
  • HSPA+
Navigation systemGLONASS
2G GSMyes
GSM frequencies
  • 850 MHz
  • 900 MHz
  • 1800 MHz
  • 1900 MHz
3G UMTSyes
4G LTE
  • no
  • yes
LTE frequencies
  • 700 MHz
  • 1700 MHz
  • 2100 MHz
  • Regional
Mobile hotspotyes
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Display
Screen size4.8 in
Touchscreenyes
Number of colors16.7M
Panel typeOLED
Resolution1280 x 720 px
Technology
  • AMOLED
  • Super AMOLED
Pixel density306.0 ppi
Screen materialCorning Gorilla Glass 2.0
Dual screen supportno
Scratch resistant displayyes
HDRno
Multi touchyes
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Front camera
Primary resolution1.9 Mpx
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Blue
  • Brown
  • Grey
  • Red
  • Titanium
  • White
MaterialPlastic
Water resistantno
Shock resistantno
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Sensors
Accelerometeryes
Proximityyes
Ambient light sensoryes
Gyroscopeyes
Barometeryes
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Connectivity
Dual sim supportno
Sim card sizeMicro-SIM
DLNA certifiedyes
Bluetoothyes
Bluetooth version4.0
Bluetooth profile
  • A2DP
  • AVRCP
  • HSP
Bluetooth codec
  • AAC
  • aptX
  • SBC
NFCyes
Charging connectionUSB
Headphone connection3.5 mm
USB version2.0
Type of USB connectorMicro-USB
USB On-The-Go (OTG)yes
Video outputMHL
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Battery
Replaceable batteryyes
Battery typeLithium ion
Battery capacity2100.0 mAh
Standby time830.0 h
Talk time22.0 h
Fast chargingno
Wireless charging no

Samsung Galaxy S3 - Q&A (17)

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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    Is Samsung Galaxy S3 a 3G or 4G?
    francis_hoppe
    over 1 year ago
    The original S3 is a 3G-only device, but the Samsung Galaxy S3 LTE is an updated version with a new wireless chip to support 4G networks here in the UK. There are a couple of other tweaks too: the LTE phone has 2GB rather than 1GB RAM, and is available in a smart Titanium finish as well as the standard Galaxy S3 white.
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    How old is the Samsung Galaxy S3?
    charley.west
    over 1 year ago
    The Samsung Galaxy S III (or Galaxy S3) is an Android smartphone designed, developed, and marketed by Samsung Electronics. Launched in 2012, it had sold more than 80 million units overall, making it the most sold phone in the S series.
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    How long does a Samsung Galaxy S3 battery last?
    hildred
    over 1 year ago
    You'll be pleased to know that the Samsung Galaxy S3 managed to last 10 full hours of video playback. Though it can't beat Droid Razr Maxx's time of 14 hours and 17 minutes, it almost doubles HTC One X's 5 hours and 45 minutes.
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    Does the Samsung Galaxy SIII have a accelerometer sensor?
    cinderella_kuhlman
    over 1 year ago
    Like the predecessor, the S3 is equipped with an accelerometer, gyroscope, front-facing proximity sensor and a digital compass sensor. However, the Galaxy S3 is the first Samsung flagship phone to be equipped with a barometer sensor.
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  • 0
    Votes
    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    What is galaxy3?
    golda.wolff
    over 1 year ago
    The mobile from Samsung features 4.8 inches (12.19 cm) display that has a resolution of HD (720 x 1280 pixels). You can enjoy seamless performance on your phone as it is equipped with Quad core, 1.4 GHz, Cortex A9 Samsung Exynos 4.
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    Is Galaxy S3 obsolete?
    rico_rolfson
    over 1 year ago
    Despite effectively being obsolete at this stage, the Samsung Galaxy S3 is still being tinkered with almost 10 years since it first hit store shelves.
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  • 0
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    Is Samsung S3 dual SIM?
    elma
    over 1 year ago
    The Samsung Galaxy S3 is a dual-SIM (GSM and GSM) mobile that accepts Regular and Regular cards.
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  • 0
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    alla.legros
    about 2 years ago
    Is samsung galaxy s3 watch waterproof?
    terrence
    almost 2 years ago
    Resistant to water and dust Wear the Gear S3 out in all kinds of weather, to all kinds of places. It's rated IP68 so it's able to withstand dust and dirt and being up to 1.5 meters or for up to 30 minutes underwater.
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  • 0
    Votes
    josiah
    about 2 years ago
    Is samsung galaxy s3 mini 3g or 4g?
    michael_mann
    almost 2 years ago
    It is a 3G only device
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  • 0
    Votes
    kory_witting
    about 2 years ago
    How much is samsung galaxy s 3?
    adolph.marks
    almost 2 years ago
    Samsung Galaxy S III price in India starts from ₹ 5,999.
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    denver
    about 2 years ago
    Does samsung galaxy tab s3 have sim card slot?
    hal
    almost 2 years ago
    Yes. It supports nano-SIM
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    evita
    about 2 years ago
    Does samsung galaxy tab s3 have ir blaster?
    anika.nitzsche
    almost 2 years ago
    Yes. It has IR Blaster
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  • 0
    Votes
    faustino
    about 2 years ago
    Does samsung galaxy s3 watch work with iphone?
    rosanna_blanda
    almost 2 years ago
    Yes. Compatible with iOS through Bluetooth and the Galaxy Watch iOS app
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  • 0
    Votes
    lonnie
    about 2 years ago
    Does samsung galaxy s3 support 4g?
    basil
    almost 2 years ago
    Yes. It is a 4G phone
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    rico_rolfson
    about 2 years ago
    Is samsung galaxy s3 4g?
    tynisha.satterfield
    almost 2 years ago
    Yes. It is 4G
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    basil
    about 2 years ago
    Can i connect my samsung galaxy tab s3 to my tv?
    dot
    almost 2 years ago
    Yes, you can connect to Samsung Smart TVs and Miracast devices (such as Chromecast or Amazon Fire TV Stick), and you can wirelessly beam your photos, videos, presentations, and even your video games to your big screen.
    Helpful?
  • 0
    Votes
    destiny_kuhn
    about 2 years ago
    Does samsung galaxy s3 support 4g?
    kenia_trantow
    almost 2 years ago
    Yes. It supports 4G
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Samsung Galaxy S3 Samsung - Editorial Reviews (24)

4.6
Based on 24 reviews
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Samsung Galaxy S3 Samsung Galaxy S3 Camera Review
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Published: 01.11.2012
Samsung Galaxy S3 Camera Review
3.7

The Samsung Galaxy S3 is the latest incarnation of Samsung’s hugely successful Galaxy S smartphone line and Samsung’s best-selling smartphone to date. Read our in-depth full review of its 8MP camera here.

Samsung Galaxy S3 Samsung Galaxy S3 Review
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Published: 13.07.2012
Samsung Galaxy S3 Review
4.6

The Samsung Galaxy S3 (aka S III) should need no introduction. It’s the latest record-breaking Android flagship device from the world’s #2 smartphone manufacturer. Bringing more than just upgraded specs to the table, the Galaxy S3 is the fastest-selling Android smartphone to date with an estimated 19 million units to have shipped by the end of Q3 of 2012.

Samsung Galaxy S3 Samsung Galaxy S III Review
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SlashGear
Published: 27.05.2012
Samsung Galaxy S III Review

If there's such a thing as heritage in the relatively fledgling world of smartphones, the Samsung Galaxy S III has it. Seldom does a phone…

Samsung Galaxy S3 Samsung Galaxy S3 Review | Digital Trends
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Digital Trends
Published: 20.06.2012
Samsung Galaxy S3 Review | Digital Trends

The Samsung Galaxy S3 (S III) manages to live up to its hype, delivering an excellent Android experience on every major US wireless carrier.

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CNET
Published: 24.07.2012
Samsung Galaxy S3

The Samsung Galaxy S3 rivals the iPhone with its gorgeous 4.8-inch 720p resolution screen, slinky casing and quad-core chip.

Samsung Galaxy S3 Samsung Galaxy S3 review
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TechRadar
Published: 04.08.2014
Samsung Galaxy S3 review
4.5

A phone still worthy of the hype

Samsung Galaxy S3 Samsung Galaxy S3 Review: Best and worst features | IT PRO
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Published: 01.06.2012
Samsung Galaxy S3 Review: Best and worst features | IT PRO

The 4.8in device is one of the most highly anticipated Android devices of 2012. We go through the top five features of the Galaxy S3 and also point out its niggles.

Samsung Galaxy S3 Samsung Galaxy S3 review | Stuff
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Samsung Galaxy S3 review | Stuff

With the HTC One X and iPhone 4S to beat, can Samsung claim the crown of world's best smartphone with its Galaxy S3? Stuff gets its fingers busy to find out

Samsung Galaxy S3 Samsung Galaxy S III Review: A Great Phone That Tries Too Hard
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Published: 20.06.2012
Samsung Galaxy S III Review: A Great Phone That Tries Too Hard

Samsung's Galaxy S II was the king of Android in 2011. But now HTC is on top with the new One X. The Galaxy S III is the most anticipated spec-beast of the year (so far), but that doesn't necessarily mean it's the best.

Samsung Galaxy S3 Samsung Galaxy S III review
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The Verge
Published: 25.05.2012
Samsung Galaxy S III review
4.3

Samsung stops teasing and finally delivers its flagship Android device for 2012 — can the Galaxy S III live up to its mighty promise?

Samsung Galaxy S3 Samsung Galaxy S III Smartphone Review
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Samsung Galaxy S III Smartphone Review

Samsung isn't sitting idle as others ramp up their smartphone offerings. Its efforts to stay at the top are wrapped up in the Galaxy S III, a...

Samsung Galaxy S3 Samsung Galaxy S3 Review
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Published: 15.06.2013
Samsung Galaxy S3 Review
4.5

Read the in depth Review of Samsung Galaxy S3 Mobile Phones. Know detailed info about Samsung Galaxy S3 configuration, design and performance quality along with pros & cons, Digit rating, verdict based on user opinions/feedback.

Samsung Galaxy S3 Home review
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Published: 23.12.2012
Home review
5.0

Best smartphone, Award 2012. Believe the hype, the Galaxy S3 is the phone they all have to beat

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Published: 05.06.2012
Samsung Galaxy S3 review

It's our definitive review of Samsung's new international flagship, the Galaxy S III.

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