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Samsung Galaxy J3 (2018) - 16 GB - Black - Unlocked - GSM

Samsung Galaxy J3 (2018) - 16 GB - Black - Unlocked - GSM

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$89.99at Cell2GetChecked Nov 13

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  • Last seen at $89.99 at Cell2Get on Nov 13.
  • Checked at 4 stores.

Our take on the Samsung Galaxy J3 (2018) - 16 GB - Black - Unlocked - GSM

The Galaxy J3 (2018) is Samsung's entry-level Android phone: a 5-inch HD screen, an 8 MP rear camera, 16 GB of storage and a 2600 mAh battery in a plain plastic body. It is built for the basics — calls, messaging, browsing and photos — and its long talk and standby figures suit people who want a simple, durable handset. Against budget rivals it gives up screen size, camera quality and processing speed, and reviewers at launch called it underpowered for anything beyond light use. It makes sense as a first phone, a spare or a backup, not as a daily driver for heavy apps.

Best forFirst-time smartphone usersA spare or backup phoneCalls, texting and light browsingBuyers who want a simple Samsung handset
Pros
  • Removable 2600 mAh battery with long talk and standby times
  • 8 MP rear camera with LED flash and 1080p video
  • Expandable storage via microSD
  • Unlocked GSM, works on AT&T and T-Mobile networks
  • Light, compact 5-inch body that is easy to hold
Cons
  • Slow entry-level processor and only 2 GB of RAM
  • 16 GB of built-in storage fills quickly
  • Low-resolution 5-inch display by modern standards
  • Old Android version with limited update support
  • Weak low-light camera performance

Samsung Galaxy J3 (2018) - 16 GB - Black - Unlocked - GSM prices at every store

  • Cell2GetNew

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    $89.99Checked Nov 13
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  • cellificationNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $95.99Checked Nov 13
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  • ElectronicsForceNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $105.05Checked Nov 13
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    $74.00Free shippingChecked Nov 13
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Samsung Galaxy J3 (2018) - 16 GB - Black - Unlocked - GSM price history

Lowest price we've seen: $119.99 on Nov 13 at ElectronicsForce.com. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 13.

What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers treat the J3 (2018) as a basic phone that does the essentials without fuss. Most praise the battery life and simple interface; the common complaints are slow performance, a dim low-resolution screen and limited storage.

What people mention
  • PerformanceCriticisedOwners say the phone feels slow when multitasking or running heavier apps.
  • BatteryPraisedReviewers report long talk and standby times from the 2600 mAh cell.
  • DisplayCriticisedThe 5-inch screen is described as dim and low-resolution next to rivals.
  • StorageMixed16 GB fills quickly, but microSD expansion helps.
  • CameraMixedDaylight shots are acceptable; low-light photos are noisy and soft.

About the Samsung Galaxy J3 (2018) - 16 GB - Black - Unlocked - GSM

The Samsung Galaxy J3 (2018) is an unlocked GSM smartphone with a 5-inch HD touchscreen. It has a single Nano SIM slot and supports 4G LTE, 3G and 2G networks. It has 16 GB of internal memory and 2 GB of RAM.

It has a front-facing camera and a rear-facing camera. It also includes an audio player, a voice recorder and GPS and GLONASS navigation. The battery is rated for up to 1020 minutes of 3G talk time.

Display
5-inch TFT LCD, 1280 x 720 pixels (HD), 16.7 million colors, multi-touch
Memory
2 GB RAM, 16 GB internal memory (9.5 GB user memory)
Front camera
5 MP, F/2.2 aperture
Battery
2600 mAh
Talk time
Up to 1020 minutes (3G)
Online usage
Up to 11 hrs (3G), up to 16 hrs (LTE), up to 16 hrs (Wi-Fi)
Playback
Up to 57 hrs audio, up to 15 hrs video
Network
WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM, 4G
SIM
Single Nano SIM
2G bands
GSM 850/900/1800/1900
3G bands
Band 2, Band 4, Band 5 (1900, 1700, 850)
4G LTE bands
Band 2, 4, 5, 7, 12, 66, 71
Data
GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, FDD-LTE
Wireless
IEEE 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2

Questions and answers

Is the Galaxy J3 (2018) still usable as a daily phone?
For calls, messaging and light browsing, yes. For social media, games or heavy apps, its slow processor and 2 GB of RAM make it frustrating.
Does it work with US carriers?
It is an unlocked GSM phone, so it works on AT&T and T-Mobile and their MVNOs. It does not support CDMA networks such as Verizon or Sprint.
Can I add more storage?
Yes. It has a microSD slot, which is the practical way to make up for the 16 GB of built-in storage.
Is the battery removable?
Yes. The 2600 mAh battery is user-replaceable, which extends the phone's useful life.
What is in the box?
The phone, a battery, a charger and a USB cable. Headphones are not included.
How does it compare with the Galaxy J3 (2017)?
The 2018 model keeps a similar 5-inch screen and battery but updates the design and software. Neither is a big step up in speed.
Where is the Samsung Galaxy J3 (2018) - 16 GB - Black - Unlocked - GSM cheapest?
At Cell2Get, for $89.99, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Samsung Galaxy J3 (2018) - 16 GB - Black - Unlocked - GSM?
4 stores we checked sell it, including cellification, ElectronicsForce, Cell2Get, Amazon.
Navigation
GPS, GLONASS
Connectors
Micro-USB, 3.5 mm headset jack
Dimensions
5.6 in high, 2.8 in wide, 0.4 in deep
Weight
5.36 oz
Color
Black
Audio formats
WAV, WMA, AAC, AMR, MP3, FLAC, XMF, OGG, MIDI, M4A, MXMF, OGA, 3GA, AWB, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, MID
Video formats
MKV, FLV, AVI, MPEG-4, WMV, ASF, 3GP, M4V, WebM, 3G2
SAR
1.58 W/kg (simultaneous), 1.13 W/kg (body), 1.2 W/kg (head), 1.24 W/kg (wireless router)

Stores we've priced the Samsung Galaxy J3 (2018) - 16 GB - Black - Unlocked - GSM at

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