The S3 came out months before the iPhone 5, when its primary competition was more dated Android devices and the iPhone 4S. The iPhone 5 must be compared to legacy iPhones and newer Android phones, like the S3. The S3 is also an impressive 8. For reference, the iPhone 4 and 4S were about 9. Drop and shatter tests like this one seem to be unanimously coming out in favor of the iPhone 5.
Even after painful five- or six-foot drops, most iPhone 5 units have only minor dings in the aluminum frame. Samsung has been tweaking the size, shape, and button layouts of its phones several times a year for several years now. The Galaxy S3 is a result of consumer migration toward phones with larger screens.
Despite being significantly wider and longer than the iPhone 5, the S3 is more comfortable to hold and use due to its button placement. By placing the power and volume buttons on the sides toward the middle of the phone, users can more naturally press both buttons, interact with the screen, and reach the Home, Back, and Menu buttons on the device.
The iPhone 5 is still a comfortable device, but Apple has not adjusted the placement of its power button to match the fact that it is now a longer not wider phone. Of course, those with Andre the Giant hands will undoubtedly lean toward the S3 and those with more petite digits will gravitate toward the iPhone 5. Despite ongoing lawsuits over the similarities between Apple and Samsung products, the differences between the Galaxy S3 and iPhone 5 user interfaces are quite stark.
No other touch operating system is so pleasant and enthralling at least, at first to learn and operate. With the Galaxy S3, Samsung is trying really hard to make Android a more consistent and beautiful experience, but its attempts feel contrived and, at times, misguided.
In many ways, the Galaxy S3 might be a better phone if Samsung had left Android alone. Yes, both have app lists, app stores, unlock screens, and Settings menus, but once you dig in, there are a lot of technical differences between Android and iOS, the two operating systems that run the S3 and iPhone 5.
On the Galaxy, apps can run in the background as you permit. Say you want to download podcasts or email every three hours without opening up the app again… you can do that, and the phone has a built-in task manager so you can kill running processes that bother you.
Basically, the S3 is able to do a lot more things when your screen is off and your phone is idle than the iPhone. This makes the S3 a phone with more real-time qualities to it. Apps can be open without being on the screen. But this is one example where Android allows more control and features.
The ability to install apps outside the Google Play store is another benefit of Android. We do like that Android apps have made big strides in auto updating, but both app stores are guilty of promoting a new dynamic where iPhone and Galaxy S3 owners have to download constant app updates to the point of annoyance. Still, both phones have great app stores. Stick to Google Play. There are two levels to personalization: tweaks to the outside like cases and accessories, and options inside of your phone to manipulate the look of what appears on screen.
A higher megapixel count means that the camera is capable of capturing more details. However, the megapixel count is not the only important element determining the quality of an image. The number of megapixels determines the resolution of the images captured with the front camera. A higher megapixel count means that the front camera is capable of capturing more details, an essential factor for taking high-resolution selfies.
The maximum resolution available for videos shot with the main camera. Although it may be possible to choose among other frame rates, those recordings usually have lower resolutions.
With a wider aperture the sensor can capture more light, helping to avoid blur by enabling a faster shutter speed. It also provides a shallow depth of field, allowing you to blur the background to focus attention on the subject. A dual-tone flash has LED lights with different color temperatures, delivering a better color balance to photos and videos. A BSI backside illuminated sensor is a camera image sensor which captures better quality images in poor lighting conditions, and offers better overall sharpness and image quality.
When recording movies they stay focussed and sharp. Slow-motion is an artistic video effect that makes time seem to go slower. It is achieved by recording a video at a higher frame-rate than the standard playback rate of 24fps or 30fps. Depending on camera capabilities, frame rates for slow-motion videos vary between 60fps and fps. It can automatically shoot pictures with a higher dynamic range HDR. Audio 1.
With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones. A built-in FM radio tuner allows you to listen to most of the live-broadcasted FM radio stations without using the internet.
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise. Battery 1. Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life. The manufacturer offers a branded wireless charging kit. To charge the device, you simply put it down on its charging base.
The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken. An indicator shows you when the device has low battery. The battery can be recharged and used over again. Features 1. The download speed is a measurement of the internet connection bandwidth, representing the maximum data transfer rate at which a device can access online content. NFC near-field communication allows a device to perform simple wireless transactions, such as mobile payments.
Note: this feature may not be available in all markets. The device has a fingerprint scanner which identifies the user. All DLNA-certified products are compatible with one another.
When different devices are connected to the same network, data can be transferred easily between them. Bluetooth version 4. Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. By continuing to browse our site, you agree to our use of cookies. Privacy policy.
Overview Prices Reviews Specs. Apple iPhone 5S. Scroll down for more details. Which are the most popular comparisons? No reviews yet Help our community by sharing your experience. Write a review. Design 1. The device is dustproof and water-resistant. Water-resistant devices can resist the penetration of water, such as powerful water jets, but not being submerged into water. We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.
A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products. We consider a thinner chassis better because it makes the product more compact and portable.
Thinness is a feature highlighted by many manufacturers of mobile devices, but it is essential for a wide range of products. The width represents the horizontal dimension of the product. We consider a smaller width better because it assures easy maneuverability. The height represents the vertical dimension of the product. We consider a smaller height better because it assures easy maneuverability.
Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies. Display 1. Pixel density is a measurement of a screen's resolution, expressed as the number of pixels per inch PPI on the screen.
A higher pixel density translates into more clarity and sharpness for the images rendered on the screen, thus improving the quality of the viewing experience. Resolution is an essential indicator of a screen's image quality, representing the maximum amount of pixels that can be shown on the screen.
The resolution is given as a compound value, comprised of horizontal and vertical pixels. The bigger the screen size is, the better the user experience. Damage-resistant glass such as Corning Gorilla Glass or Asahi Dragontrail Glass is thin, lightweight, and can withstand high levels of force. It was designed to overcome the main limitations of conventional twisted nematic TFT displays: limited viewing angles and low-quality color reproduction.
They have higher contrast ratios and wider viewing angles compared to LCDs. You can operate the device easily, by pressing the screen with your fingers. Performance 1. RAM 1GB. Random-access memory RAM is a form of volatile memory used to store working data and machine code currently in use.
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