Galaxy S III
May 2012
“Designed for humans” — the phone that overtook the iPhone.
- Display
- 4.8″ HD Super AMOLED
- Chipset
- Exynos 4412 (4 cores, 1.4 GHz)
- Camera
- 8 MP
- Battery
- 2100 mAh
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Model history
The Galaxy S III, with its rounded “natural” design and features like S Voice and Smart Stay, became a phenomenon: over 70 million units sold. It's the phone that made Samsung the global smartphone leader.
Full specifications
| Display | 4.8″ HD Super AMOLED |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 720 × 1280 (306 ppi) |
| Chipset | Exynos 4412 (4 cores, 1.4 GHz) / Snapdragon S4 |
| RAM | 1 GB (2 GB for LTE) |
| Storage | 16 / 32 / 64 GB + microSD |
| Main camera | 8 MP, autofocus |
| Front camera | 1.9 MP |
| Battery | 2100 mAh, removable |
| OS | Android 4.0 (up to 4.3) |
| Dimensions | 136.6 × 70.6 × 8.6 mm |
| Weight | 133 g |
| Build | Plastic |
| Launch price | ≈ $600 |
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Galaxy S III — frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy S III released?+
The Galaxy S III was released in May 2012.
What are the Galaxy S III's display specifications?+
The Galaxy S III has a 4.8″ HD Super AMOLED.
What chipset does the Galaxy S III use?+
The Galaxy S III is powered by the Exynos 4412 (4 cores, 1.4 GHz) / Snapdragon S4, with 1 GB (2 GB for LTE) of RAM and 16 / 32 / 64 GB + microSD of storage.
What camera does the Galaxy S III have?+
The Galaxy S III's main camera is 8 MP, autofocus, with a 1.9 MP front camera.
What is the battery capacity of the Galaxy S III?+
The Galaxy S III has a 2100 mAh, removable battery.
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