Phone Scoop - Samsung Galaxy S III (Verizon) Updates

For sale at LetsTalk.com

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 19:08:07 GMT

LetsTalk.com is now selling the Samsung Galaxy S III (Verizon) (brown, 16GB) for Verizon Wireless. Follow the link to check it out.

Verizon Delivering Jelly Bean to Galaxy S III Dec. 14

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 19:19:32 GMT

Verizon Wireless today announced that it will begin pushing the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update to the Samsung Galaxy S III starting December 14. The update, which adds Google Now, new notifications, ISIS compatibility, and Project Butter, will be delivered over the air in waves. Verizon said that customers can also install the download manually through their device settings.

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For sale at WireFly

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 17:09:32 GMT

WireFly is now selling the Samsung Galaxy S III (Verizon) (brown, 16GB) for Verizon Wireless. Follow the link to check it out.

For sale at WireFly

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 17:09:19 GMT

WireFly is now selling the Samsung Galaxy S III (Verizon) (black, 16GB) for Verizon Wireless. Follow the link to check it out.

Samsung Details Premium Suite for Galaxy S III

Fri, 07 Dec 2012 14:58:58 GMT

Samsung today provided information about a software update for the Galaxy S III. The Premium Suite is an add-on that includes a handful of new features such as a split-screen mode similar to the one on the Galaxy Note II. This will let the GSIII operate two different apps at the same time, each appearing in its own window on the display. Other features of the Premium Suite include better control over browser font size, contextual awareness (opens music app when headphones are plugged in, etc.), and easier photo sharing via NFC. The Premium Suite is being rolled out to devices in other markets around the world first. U.S. carriers have not indicated when they might make the update available to their own customers.

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Apple Seeks to Add Six More Samsung Devices to Lawsuit

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 12:47:22 GMT

Apple has filed a request with the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California in an attempt to add six more Samsung devices to an existing lawsuit against the Korean company. The new devices are the Galaxy S III, Galaxy Note II, Rugby Pro, and Galaxy III Mini, as well as the Galaxy Tab 8.9 WiFi and Galaxy Tab 2 10.1. Apple alleges that these newer devices infringe on many of the same patents it accused Samsung of violating in a lawsuit it filed in February of this year. Apple said that if it isn't allowed to add these device to the existing case, it will be required to file an entirely new lawsuit. This is a separate case from the one that delivered a guilty verdict against Samsung in August of this year.

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Samsung: Jelly Bean for GS3 Up to Carriers to Distribute

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 14:07:31 GMT

Samsung today announced that Android 4.1 Jelly Bean will be made available to all U.S. variants of the Galaxy S III in the coming months. The update will be provided both over-the-air and via Samsung's Kies desktop software. Timing for the update, however, will be up to Samsung's individual carrier partners. The GS3 is sold by AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile USA, U.S. Cellular, and Verizon Wireless. So far, none has said exactly when Jelly Bean will become available. Samsung said that the Android 4.1 update will make improvements to the camera, add an Easy Mode for first-time smartphone owners, add the Swype keyboard, and make it easier to block calls/numbers. These new features are in addition to those that come with the Jelly Bean operating system, which include Google Now, improved notifications, adjustbale widgets, and others.

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AT&T's Enhanced PTT Targeting November Launch

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 15:24:31 GMT

AT&T is preparing to kick off the availability of its improved push-to-talk service in November, according to company web sites. Previously, AT&T only said it would launch the new service by the end of 2012. AT&T spokesperson Mari Melguizo said in an email to Fierce Wireless, "Using AT&T's IP data network as the backbone for the solution we're trialing will provide faster connection times and better quality of service. Kodiak's InstaPoC technology is an advanced PTT service that achieves sub-second call setup times without requiring customization on radio access networks (RANs) or underlying cellular networks." When it launches, AT&T's improved PTT service will support a handful of smartphones, including the Samsung Galaxy S III.

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Apple Adds Galaxy S III to Samsung Lawsuit

Sat, 01 Sep 2012 14:03:24 GMT

Apple has asked a federal court overseeing one of its lawsuits against Samsung to add several devices to the list of smartphones and tablets being targeted. Among the new devices are the Galaxy S III, Galaxy Note, and Galaxy Note 10.1. This particular lawsuit, which is different from the one in which Apple recently notched a victory, claims Samsung is infringing on its patent in a total of 22 devices. Separately, Apple has requested that U.S. District Court judge Lucy Koh, who oversaw its courtroom victory over Samsung, move a planned injunctive relief hearing up. Apple wants sales of eight devices banned in the U.S. following the guilty verdict. Judge Koh won't hear Apple's request until December 6. Apple believes this long wait is unfair.

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Accessories available at 1800mobiles.com

Tue, 31 Jul 2012 22:35:06 GMT

1800mobiles.com is now selling accessories for the Samsung Galaxy S III (Verizon). Follow the link to check it out.

For sale at LetsTalk.com

Fri, 20 Jul 2012 18:01:56 GMT

LetsTalk.com is now selling the Samsung Galaxy S III (Verizon) (blue, 32GB) for Verizon Wireless. Follow the link to check it out.

For sale at LetsTalk.com

Fri, 20 Jul 2012 18:01:35 GMT

LetsTalk.com is now selling the Samsung Galaxy S III (Verizon) (white, 32GB) for Verizon Wireless. Follow the link to check it out.

For sale at LetsTalk.com

Fri, 20 Jul 2012 18:01:18 GMT

LetsTalk.com is now selling the Samsung Galaxy S III (Verizon) (blue, 16GB) for Verizon Wireless. Follow the link to check it out.

For sale at LetsTalk.com

Fri, 20 Jul 2012 18:01:04 GMT

LetsTalk.com is now selling the Samsung Galaxy S III (Verizon) (white, 16GB) for Verizon Wireless. Follow the link to check it out.

Samsung Updating GS3 as 'Precautionary Measure'

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 17:50:31 GMT

Samsung today provided an explanation of sorts for recent system updates sent to U.S. versions of the Galaxy S III. Both the Sprint and AT&T variants of the GS3 have been updated in recent days with a patch that removes the Universal Search function -- a feature for which Apple has an existing patent. "Samsung has updated the software for the Galaxy S III as a precautionary measure to ensure that U.S. consumers may enjoy using our innovative products without interruption," said Samsung in a statement provided to Phone Scoop. Further, Samsung said that this statement does not yet apply to the T-Mobile or Verizon Wireless versions of the GS3. Those two variants have not received updates removing the Universal Search function, and it's not clear if or when they will.

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Samsung Outs Verizon Developer Edition Galaxy S III

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 00:30:14 GMT

Samsung today announced the pending availability of a special, developer edition of the Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III. The developer edition, which must be purchased directly from Samsung's developer organization for the full retail price of $599, will have an unlocked bootloader. The bootloader of the retail Verizon GS3 is locked. Samsung explains that this device is not meant for average consumers, but more for those looking to test and use third-party ROM software on their device. Though the bootloader of the retail GS3 can be forcibly unlocked, doing so voids the warranty, puts the security of the device in jeopardy, and could lead to a bricked phone. Samsung didn't say when the developer edition GS3 would become available. The AT&T, Sprint, and T-Mobile variants of the GS3 are sold to consumers with an unlocked bootloader to begin with.

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Review: Samsung Galaxy S III for Verizon

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 19:32:07 GMT

Phone Scoop takes Verizon's version of the Samsung Galaxy S III for a spin. Does anything set it apart from the AT&T, Sprint, and T-Mobile versions? We find out.

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Verizon Confirms July 12 In-Store Date for Galaxy S III

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 17:01:49 GMT

Verizon Wireless today updated the expected availability of the Samsung Galaxy S III. It was originally to be in stores beginning July 10, but has been set back two days to July 12. The delay does not affect pre-orders for the GSIII.

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Released for Verizon Wireless

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Samsung Galaxy S III (Verizon) is now available for Verizon Wireless.

Verizon's Galaxy S III Arrives July 10

Tue, 03 Jul 2012 18:49:01 GMT

Verizon Wireless today announced that its variant of the Samsung Galaxy S III will be available for sale starting July 10. As with other carriers, Verizon is charging $199.99 for the 16GB version and $249.99 for the 32GB version. The 32GB will be online starting July 10, but won't reach stores for several more weeks. Verizon is offering both the white and blue colors. A new two-year service contract is required for those price points. The Galaxy S III is already available from AT&T, Sprint, and T-Mobile USA.

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