Samsung Galaxy S3 to reportedly receive Android KitKat update

The Galaxy S3 wasn’t included in the official list released by Samsung to receive the Android 4.4.2 KitKat update. But according to a leaked document shown by Android Headlines, the older Galaxy device will receive the update sometime around April or May. The Galaxy S3 was not included in the list because it had low memory, which was said to be unsuitable for the 4.4.2 update. But seems Samsung had a change of heart.

Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update rolls out for Samsung Galaxy S3 and Note 2

Following the update of the Samsung Galaxy S4 and S4 Mini, Canadian users with Galaxy S3 and Galaxy Note 2 devices are now also receiving the 700MB+ Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update. The devices have refreshed icons and menus as well as support for Samsung’s KNOX enterprise software and Galaxy Gear smartwatch.

Source: Android Central

Review: Merkury Innovations Exquisite Case for the Samsung Galaxy S3

Text and photos by Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

I've already discussed how the Samsung Galaxy S3 is thin and light but how its polycarbonate case can be slippery. The Merkury Innovations Exquisite Case adds a bit of bulk, substantial protection and a nice leather texture to Samsung's most popular handset.

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Review: Incipio Feather ultra-light case for the Samsung Galaxy S3

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The Samsung Galaxy S3's sleek profile and thin design make it one of the slickest devices to look at but its shiny plastic exterior makes it a bit too sleek to hold. Incipio's Feather case ($24.00) adds almost no weight or bulk but gives the Galaxy S3 a nice, luxurious texture while providing some protection.

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