Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017)

Processor

This Samsung is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937 64-bit chip with a 1,4 GHz Octa-Core processor. This chipset has a octa-core processor with 1536 MB RAM. With a thickness of 7.9 millimeters, the device is not too thick. This phone only weighs 138 grams.

Camera

The Galaxy J3 (2017) has a 8 megapixel camera, You can also use the 5 megapixel selfie camera for video calling, for example.

Pros

• 8 megapixel camera
• 64-bit octa-core processor
• Not too thick with 7.9 millimeters
• HSDPA, LTE support for super fast internet

Negatives

• With a 2600 mAh battery you may have to recharge in between

Call & data functions

The Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) supports frequencies from international networks with which you can use the fast LTE network. The speed of LTE is perfect for intensive use of internet on the road where the speed does not differ much from home. Please note that it is very fast and you do not take out a small data plan, because the data is used up before you realize it. You can also connect via WiFi at home or at the office.

Memory and connection options

The Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) has 1536 MB of RAM (1.5 GB) and 16 GB internal storage . Expandable memory: microSD up to 64 GB. There is a USB connection, you can use this to exchange data with your laptop or to charge your device. Connecting Bluetooth headsets or car kits is no problem.

Do you take a lot of photos and videos? Then the storage of 16 GB is less suitable. You may need to clean your phone after a while. Furthermore, there are of course possibilities to expand storage in the cloud, such as with Google Drive or Dropbox.

Screen & operation

The phone is operated via the large 5 inch touchscreen.The Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) can display up to a 16 millions colors. This screen has a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels. With 293 pixels per inch, this HD screen is sharp and easy to read. It also takes less effort to look at it for a long time.

Operating system

Android 6.0 (Marshmallow). The major changes compared to the previous version are

• New permission system There are changes to the display and execution of app permissions
• New API Improvements for a fingerprint scanner should it be present on the device
• New App drawer New improved display of the app list
• Visual voicemail Ability to access voicemails without calling voicemail. (depending on provider support)
• Rotation of the home screen This option comes standard with Android 6 Marshmallow
• Status bar icons Ability to remove or add status bar icons
• Android pay New option to deal with your phone
• Standby time Improvement of the standby time