Galaxy S3 vs Galaxy S2 (In Depth) 31 reasons to upgrade!

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#1 cyprusxx
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This is a complete list of all the upgrades that have been made to the Galaxy S3 over the S2, Software and Hardware (if i have missed something let me know)

Galaxy S3

Hardware

Quad Core -Exynos 4212 Quad (Benchmarks shows its the fastest Chipset ever and uses less power)
faster Mali-400 GPU
64GB Microsd Support
More Internal Storage 64GB
Improved Battery life (2100 mAh)
Gorilla Glass 2
Bigger Screen
HD screen
Simultaneous HD video and image recording
Faster Shutter speed
Burst Shots (up to 20 pics)
backside illuminated sensor (takes better photos at night)
Front Camera HD video
barometer sensor
RGB sensor
GLONASS support
Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic
LED indicator
Thinner Bezel
Bluetooth v4.0 with A2DP, EDR
NFC support (S beam- can transfer files up 300 Mbps)
eye tracking technology (Smart Stay -no more going to sleep while reading a webpage)
Wireless Charging Support
Slimline back (no more ass ;)

Software

Pop up Play (if you like to multi task while watching a video)
Improved Social Network integration
Improved Voice Commands ( dont need to press any buttons, very use fall when driving ;)
Direct call (dont need to press the "call" button any more)
Smart Alert ( dont need to turn on you phone to see if u have a missed calls or msgs, automatically vibrates when you pick it up to let you know)
Allshare cast ? Allows you to mirror your screen onto a TV or monitor wirelessly -Need a dongle)

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#2 imprezawrx500
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not really 31 reasons to upgrade. most people don't need more than a dual core, bigger battery might not mean more battery life, hd screen is a minor upgrade not worth it if you have a s2, hd front cam meh, I never use the front cam, led indicator serious? those have been around for ever and I find it annoying. Phone are getting to thin, give me one that is like 2cm thick with a massive battery and I'd much rather have that over a really thin annoying to hold phone. Nice for those with older phones but anyone with a highend 2011 phone will probably pass, pretty much like iphone 4-4s, just some processing power upgrades and more storage space. 128gb sd card have been said to work in some existing phones.
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#3 cyprusxx
Member since 2005 • 817 Posts
lol such a Troll
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#4 TwistedShade
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lol such a Trollcyprusxx
Troll because he doesnt agree with you? Sounds about right.

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#5 painguy1
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aren't the US versions dual core only? Well anyway i think im gonna wait another gen b4 upgrading. My S2 has **** on anything I've thrown at it so im not complaining atm.

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#6 jasonharris48
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Anyword on when it will hit the U.S? I think it's time to upgrade my Evo 4g

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#7 mystic_knight
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Reason to go with the One X over the Galaxy S 3. Needs One reason only. Looks much .... much better (the screen is better too but one reason is enough)
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#8 TwistedShade
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Anyword on when it will hit the U.S? I think it's time to upgrade my Evo 4g

jasonharris48

Suppose to be hitting the US in june.

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#9 TwistedShade
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Reason to go with the One X over the Galaxy S 3. Needs One reason only. Looks much .... much better (the screen is better too but one reason is enough)mystic_knight
S3 does have larger storage, it'll come down too if the s3 really does ship with a dual core in the US. Could have sworn Exynos was lte capable.

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#10 Gambler_3
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In my opinion the screen is a subjective thing, I am myself using an LCD phone and I most certainly would prefer the one X display over S3 because I have just gotten used to a high quality LCD. I am more willing to accept LCD flaws rather than amoled flaws especially on a phone where I hardly use it in pitch darkness.

On OLED screen is unquestionably superior when you are using it in darkness, the LCD blacks just become a total fail no matter how good the contrast is. So I think it is wrong to say that one X has an objectively better screen, the S3 screen does have it's own serious strengths.

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#11 Adward9999
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I like the Galaxy s3 because of its excellent application and easy uses
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#12 mystic_knight
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:) If rumours are true the aussies get the 32gb HTC One XL... This will be perfect and will be the phone of my dreams.
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#13 JasonDarksavior
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I'm going to get this if the next iPhone fails to impress.