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Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
This Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) - Silver is no longer available.
Key features
DISPLAY
MULTITASK
STORAGE
BATTERY & HD VOICE
Feature & Specs
| Size (L x W x D in inches) | 5.55 x 2.76 x 0.34 |
| Weight (ounces) | 5.22 |
| Colors | 16 million |
| Display size (inches) | 5.0-inch HD |
| Resolution (pixels) | 1280 x 720 |
| Front-facing camera | 2 MP with Gesture Control and Beauty Effect while in Selfie mode |
| Shooting options | Auto, Pro, Sports, Panorama, Sound & Shot, and Selfie |
| Rear-facing camera | 5 MP with LED flash, 4x digital zoom |
| Live video capture and playback | 30fps@FHD |
| Standby time (days) | Up to 17 |
| Capacity | 2,600mAh (removable) |
| Talk time (hours) | Up to 23 |
| Chipset | Samsung Exynos 7 Quad (7570) |
| Cores | Quad-core at 1.4GHz |
| Memory format | microSD™ |
| RAM | 1.5GB |
| Internal memory storage (up to) | Up to 16GB |
| Expandable memory storage | Up to 256GB (sold separately) |
| Android® | 7 |
| Voice dialing and voice commands | Google Now™ |
| SIM Type | Nano |
| 4G-LTE | Bands 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, and 12 |
| HD Voice capable | HD Voice capable |
| Wireless Emergency Alerts-capable | Wireless Emergency Alerts-capable |
| 4G | HSPA+ with enhanced backhaul |
| World phone | Quad-band |
| Wi-Fi connectivity | 802.11b/g/n, 2.4GHz capable |
| Bluetooth® technology | v4.2 |
| Noise Suppression | Noise suppression by NXP® Solution |
| 3G – UMTS | 850/1700/1900MHz |
| Wi-Fi Calling capable | Wi-Fi Calling capable |
| GSM/GPRS/EDGE | 850/900/1800/1900MHz |
| Mobile Hotspot | Up to 10 devices |
| myAT&T | Provides fast, easy account access virtually anywhere, anytime |
| Web browser | Samsung Browser and Google Chrome™ |
| Preloaded apps from AT&T | DIRECTV, AT&T Smart Wi-Fi, AT&T App Select, Video Call, Visual Voicemail, Wi-Fi Calling, AT&T Call Protect, AT&T Protect Plus, YPmobile®, DriveMode®, Smart Help, and Smart Limits |
| Included apps | Facebook®, Google Play™, and UBER® |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyroscope, and Proximity |
| Advanced Messaging | See when messages are delivered, read, and when others are typing a response. Send larger picture and video files up to 10 MB per attachment. |
| Mobile Email | Get support for POP3/IMAP, Yahoo!® Mail, Gmail™, Hotmail®, Outlook.com, Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®, and more |
| Text messaging | Insert pictures, video clips and sound clips easily (messaging charges apply) |
| External music play controls | Via lockscreen |
| Built-in FM Radio | Requires wired headphones (sold separately) |
| Music Player | Google Play™ Music |
| Supported music formats | MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, WMA, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA |
| TTY/TTD compatible | TTY/TTD compatible |
| Hearing Aid (HAC) rating | M3,T3 |
| End of life and recycling | 2/2 |
| Environmentally preferable materials | 2/3 |
| Device Eco-rating | The AT&T Eco-Rating 2.0 system gives you environmental and social details about this device. The system uses a total of 20 performance criteria across 5 different attributes, for a total rating of 1 to 5 stars: 19-20 (5-star), 16-18 (4-star), 13-15 (3-star), 10-12 (2-star), 8-9 (1-star) |
| Environmentally and socially responsible manufacturing | 10/10 |
| Substances of concern | 4/4 |
| Total Eco-Score | 19/20 (5-star). Please visit www.att.com/ecospace for additional information. |
| Energy efficiency and charging | 1/1 |
| UPC | 887276199498 |
| SKU | 6024B |
What comes with the device
Micro USB Cable
Travel adapter
Quick start guide
WARNING: Cancer and reproductive harm – www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Overall rating
3.5
Design
4.0
Features
3.6
Performance
3.6
of 155 Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) - Silver reviewers recommend this product
HIGH RATING
Rated 5 out of 5 stars with 5 reviews
5.05
5/22/2018
Great phone for the price!
I had the Samsung Galaxy S6 which was in great condition and worked fine until the last AT&T update. After the last AT&T update my phone would freeze up, re-start on its own, and wouldn't hold a charge. I think AT&T does this on purpose to force people to buy new phones. Anyway, I refused to pay the higher price of the Samsung Galaxy S9 so I decided to try the cheaper Samsung Galaxy J3. This phone works just as good as any other Samsung phone. I would recommend this phone to anyone who doesn'tSee more
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LOW RATING
Rated 1 out of 5 stars with 5 reviews
1.05
2/19/2018
Galaxy J3 very unimpressed
So disappointed in this phone - the camera doesn't take very good pictures. Was shocked for a 2017 phone that this one is sooooo slow. The name Galaxy had me thinking it was going to do for my basic needs but I suggest that you spend more money and get a better phone - if you can afford it.
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105 out of 155 (68%) reviewers recommend this product
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- Some users praise its affordability, battery life, and basic functionality
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Design
Design, 4.0 out of 54.0
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Most helpful favorable review
4 out of 5 stars.
Nice Basic Phone
9 years ago
Some folks want a phone simply to make phone calls, send texts, send emails, and take a quick snapshot. They don't play games, don't do video calling, don't try to run a business from their phone. And, those folks don't want a phone that costs more than their monthly house payment.
The 2017 Galaxy J-3 does a great job with basic tasks. And, the battery will last a full 24 hours with moderate use, twice as long as some other GoPhone models.
There is no ambient light sensor so you must adjust screen brigtness with a slider on the notifications menu. I like setting my own brightness level but many people will be upset about the lack of auto brightness.
The Galaxy J-3 is almost exactly the size of the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S7. It is a size that works well for most hands and most pockets.
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Most helpful critical review
1 out of 5 stars.
Not worth the money.
9 years ago
I got this phone after having a Samsung S3 for over 3 years. The att sales associate laughed at me and said this phone would be better than my S3. After having this phone for less than two months it continues to have glitches. Doesn't sense your finger on the screen and have to hit letters multiple times when texting, etc before they even register. My home button is now broken and I went through a period of about 3 days where my power button wouldn't even light up my screen or power the phone on or off. These phone prices keep going up and for almost $200 I should get something that is reliable. I don't think this phone even compares to my S3, should have gone with an S6 or S8.
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2 out of 5 stars.
Not Worthy of a Samsung Name
7 years ago
Lets look at the pluses. It turns on. You can get email and surf the web. Battery life is good for general use. Would not try running streaming all day without a plugin. Do not plan on anything else. No NFC, which means no Samsung pay, no Google pay. Cannot use NFC encryption key. Device is slow and does not like switching programs without lagging. Texting?! Yes it does and it can also get laggy doing so. I have typed out 3 words and watched the letters drag out like an old LED clock.
It's a phone on the cheap and in my opinion not worthy of a Samsung logo on it.
No, I do not recommend this product.
Originally posted on Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) (AT&T Certified Restored) - Silver
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Design, 2.0 out of 52.0
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Features, 1.0 out of 51.0
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Performance, 1.0 out of 51.0
5 out of 5 stars.
Certified Restored Samsung j3
8 years ago
Excell ed choice in certified restored product
Yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) (AT&T Certified Restored) - Silver
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4 out of 5 stars.
J3
8 years ago
Good cellphone for starters. Bought this cellphone for our daughter and she loves it
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Design, 4.0 out of 54.0
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Features, 4.0 out of 54.0
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5 out of 5 stars.
Excellent customer service
8 years ago
I have used it and had no issues with it, I hope to keep it for a long time.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Q: My mother (a senior citizen) has a dead Samsung S3 and is looking for a new phone. She doesn't need all the bells & whistles, but wants to watch video, text, and email. Is this a good choice.
7 years agoOriginally posted on Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) (AT&T Certified Restored) - Silver
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- A: Hi @LJDallas, Yes it is. I have a friend who has the previous version and likes it just fine. ChrisZ, AT&T Community Specialist7 years agoHelpful?
Q: Does this phone have Cortina?
7 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hi Ginger48, There is no smart assistant like Cortana, Siri, or Bixby with the J3. David, AT&T Community Specialist7 years agoHelpful?
Q: have heard for a long time that the samsung 3 & 4 were "notorious" for their frequent inability to keep lock on the GPS system. Is this just "propagandist hooey" generated by their competitors or is there some/much truth to this electronic Gremlin?
7 years agoOriginally posted on Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) (AT&T Certified Restored) - Silver
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- A: Hi q11a, We have not heard any specific issues with the J3 or J4 with the GPS system. If you do notice problems with it, you can troubleshoot at https://troubleshoot.att.com/devicetroubleshoot/index.html?s=KM1009428#home David, AT&T Community Specialist7 years agoHelpful?
Q: does this phone support face time?
8 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hi Blichfeldt, Thanks for the question. Face time is specific to Apple devices and not available on this device. You may find other video call app solutions for use with this device. Hope that helps and have a great week. Jared, AT&T Community Specialist7 years agoHelpful?
Q: My AT&T phone has been in for repairs and still not fixed and still paying for service and can't get or do anything where is this free phone, or do I need to find another phone service?
8 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hi Bandy, I am sorry to hear your device has not been fixed as of yet. Please review our eSupport article here https://www.att.com/esupport/main.html#!/wireless/topic_planfeature-topic_inswarranty on Insurance & warranty information and the process of it. Also, you can replace the device by taking a look at our AT&T Next Program https://www.att.com/plans/next.html. Have a great day! Linda, AT&T Community Specialist8 years agoHelpful?
Q: how do i terminate messenger sms downloaded in error on pay as u go phone
8 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hello pamela30, Great question! If there was a 3rd party App for messages downloaded by mistake please follow this link to our Device Support Tool here https://www.att.com/devicehowto/dsm.html#!/ to Un-install the App. Have a great day! Linda, AT&T Community Specialist8 years agoHelpful?
Q: Does the Galaxy J3 have a removable battery?
8 years ago1 Answer
- A: The Galaxy J3 battery is internal only, following the same battery design as the latest Galaxy series devices. Nate, AT&T Community Forums Specialist.8 years agoHelpful?
Q: Any parental controls?
8 years ago0 Answers
Q: My current phone I just talk,text, and take pictures which I send and I do NOT use any Apps. The only App I would use w.\/ this phone would be fr my bank so I can deposit checks. Will my current contract allow me to use this phone?
8 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hello Curly1942 The Galaxy J3 will more than support your usage. However, if you are on a contract, you will need to pay your current device off before purchasing. Alex, AT&T Community Specialist8 years agoHelpful?
Q: Would I be able to purchase this outright? I have a go phone & would just like to upgrade but keep it as a go phone.
8 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hello Angie117, Yes! You will be able to purchase the device at full retail and activate it under your account. Enjoy your new device! Aaron, AT&T Community Specialist8 years agoHelpful?
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