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Galaxy S III
Released 2012, May 02 133 grams, 8.6 mm Android 32 GB
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$275.00 PRICE (USD)
4.8 inches 720x1280 pixels
8 MP 1920x1080
1 GB Exynos
2100 mAh Li-Ion
Pricing Mode: 🌐 Global (USD $)
Prices Price (USD) USD $275.00 USD
Network Technology
2G, 3G
Launch Announced 2012, May 02
Status Available. Released 2012, May 02
Body Weight 133 grams
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass 2)
Height 136.6 mm
Width 70.6 mm
Thickness 8.6 mm
Colors Pebble blue, Marble white, green, red
Display Type Super AMOLED
Resolution 720x1280 px (HD+)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 2
Screen Size 4.8 inches (63.5 cm2)
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Pixel Density 306 ppi
Screen to Body Ratio 65.9 %
Bezel-less Display Yes with notch
Touch Screen Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch
Refresh Rate 60 Hz
Platform OS Android
Chipset Exynos 4412
CPU Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A9
GPU Mali-400MP4
OS Version v4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
User Interface TouchWiz UI
CPU Cores 4 Cores
Architecture 64 bit
Fabrication 32 nm
Memory Internal Storage 32 GB
Expandable Memory Up to 64 GB
USB OTG Yes
RAM 1 GB
Main Camera Camera Setup Single
Resolution 8 MP, f/2.6, Primary Camera
Autofocus Yes
Flash LED Flash
Settings Exposure compensation
Zoom Digital Zoom
Shooting Modes High Dynamic Range mode (HDR)
Camera Features Flashlight, Face beauty, Touch to Focus
Features Flashlight, Face beauty, Touch to Focus
Video Recording 1920x1080
Video FPS 30 fps
Video 1920x1080
Selfie camera Camera Setup Single
Resolution 1.9 MP, f/2.6, Primary Camera
Video Recording 1280x720
Video FPS 30 fps
Video 1280x720
Sound Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack 3.5 mm
FM Radio Yes
Alert Types Vibration, MP3, WAV ringtones
Video 720p@30fps
Comms WLAN Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 b/g/n)
Bluetooth v4.0
Positioning Yes with A-GPS
USB Mass storage device, USB charging, microUSB 2.0
Features Light Sensor Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope
Battery Type Li-Ion (Lithium Ion) 2100 mAh
Placement Removable
Standby Up to 590 h (2G) / Up to 790 h (3G)
Talk Time Up to 21 h 40 min (2G) / Up to 11 h 40 min (3G)
Misc Release Date 02 May 2012
Status Available
Made By Korea
Features Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer

Mini Review & Verdict

A smart summary of the Samsung Galaxy S III

Advantages

  • Luminous AMOLED panel engineered for vivid color accuracy and outdoor readability

Disadvantages

  • Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands

With clean, harmonious contours and an emphasis on tactile everyday comfort, the Samsung Galaxy S III blends effortlessly into modern lifestyles. The chassis slips naturally into pockets and palms alike, while the vibrant AMOLED display measuring 4.8 inches delivers a pleasing visual greeting whenever the screen wakes up.

Daily computational tasks are managed seamlessly by the Exynos 4412. Navigating operating system menus, streaming playlists, and cycling between social applications happens with smooth, predictable responsiveness and frugal energy consumption. Capturing spontaneous moments with friends and family is intuitive thanks to the camera array—centered on a 8MP primary sensor—which produces lively, flattering shots with natural skin tones and swift shutter speed.

Dependable all-day stamina is sustained by a 2100mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds ensuring you stay connected without battery anxiety throughout active weekends and busy workdays. In short, the Samsung Galaxy S III is a tasteful, well-judged daily companion that delivers premium everyday usability.

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