2 Ways to Avoid your Samsung Galaxy S3 out from risk of Unwanted Bricked Issues

Reports of bricked Samsung Galaxy S3 has been reportedly happens in some users who usually attempt to root their devices without knowing exactly what it is all about. The Samsung Galaxy S3 has now identical variants. Those Galaxy S3 released in the U.S and Canada is not likely similar to those released in other countries like Europe.

Here's the brief details of each specific Samsung Galaxy S3 variants according to each model numbers and associated network providers and country of origin.

The international version is the Samsung Galaxy SIII GT-I9300, released outside U.S and Canada areas.
In the U.S has its own unique model names which is a branded in a specific carrier according to their network providers; SGH-T999 (T-Mobile), SGH-I747 (AT&T) , SCH-I535 (Verizon), SPH-LP710 (Sprint) and SCH-R530 for US cellular.
In Canada branded by Bell, Rogers, Telus, Sakstel seems like the same with AT&T but with model named SGH-I747M, a letter "M" is added to it signifies that it is Canadian version. This also goes exactly the same for Wind, Mobilicity and Videotron Galaxy S3's which is SGH-T999V, this time a letter "V" is added instead of just only SGH-T999 like T-Mobile.

Now, why I intentionally show this Galaxy S3 comparison table?
The table above is useful to those new users of Samsung Galaxy S3 that heard about rooting procedures anywhere else. Rooting can grant superuser access to your device, meaning - you can install  a wide-variety of 3rd-party apps from Google Play you desired. But be careful folks, read carefully if you have found any tutorial on the web this days or you may ended up your Galaxy S3 bricked.

How to avoid Bricking your Samsung Galaxy S3?

1. Rooting - Do not root your phone using any traditional method that something works from your other Android devices before. Read carefully any given instruction you read online, if they are legit or expert to that  matter.  Since there is a risk danger in rooting that result to unwanted soft-bricks or hard-bricks that is not too easy to recover your device.

The Samsung Galaxy S3 has identical variants with specific model numbers, use that info to identify your device and only use root method for your specific Samsung Galaxy S3 models,
i.e - GT-I9300 root method will not work on U.S and Canadian Galaxy S3 SGH-T999/V or SGH-I747/M devices.

Aside from that, since the Galaxy S3 Android firmware has now few versions, like 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and 4.1 Jelly bean, some root methods will only works for such specific firmware version, So, check it out also for that. Root for Ice Cream Sandwich is not the same to root for Jelly Bean version.

2. Custom ROMs - Some users also installed Custom ROMs. A custom ROMs are created by 3rd-party Android developers. Its very tempting to install such pieces of art unto your devices for it has features that never-seen before on Samsung's official firmware releases. But again, check for where and what particular models it is compatible to use for.

The ODDS of Bricked Galaxy S3
The above methods will void the warranty of your Samsung Galaxy S3, then Samsung will not fix it for you for free. You might needed an explanation that they may fix it for free, or have it exchange, but that accordingly happens the way how you encourage them. Samsung tech's knows what have you done to your phone no matter what alibi you have in mind, but they sometimes understand your situation.
Here's a tip: Tell the truth instead of telling a lie.

Help! Fix! Fix my bricked Galaxy S3
If however you have a bricked Galaxy S3, find any solution on the web first, were you can try to recover it by yourself, before exactly sending it back to your dealer and get rid of any costs it may applied. Google is your friend for that, then only send it back to Samsung when you already lost all of your effort.

How to Restore Back Google Quick Search Box on Samsung Galaxy S3

Are your Samsung Galaxy S3 already upgraded to the latest ICS software update? Well, I guess that your wondering why quick search function on home screen search bar was totally removed. Usually, you can use it to look up anything on the phone like, names, contacts, apps, etc. This was intentionally removed by Samsung because Apple has filed an injunction against Samsung for the Universal Search function saying the feature infringes on Apple’s patents. Samsung taken the safe way out and totally wipe the Universal Search from the Galaxy S3.

Now if you want to restore it back without Samsung's aide, you can simply fix it by installing the GoogleQuickSearchBox.apk file on Galaxy S3.


1. Download and install ES File Explorer File Manager from Google Play store. You can also download any other file explorer that enable root access on rooted device.
2. Allow root access for ES File Explorer File Manager to complete the job. To do so, first press menu button and then tap on Settings. Locate and tick on Up to Root first and then tick on Root Explorer. A pop up massage ask you to grant the access, tap on Allow/Grant button to allow root access. Now, tick the Mount File System Option. Once all three option is ticked the way we mentioned above, you are ready to exit from Settings option.
3. Locate the GoogleQuickSearchBox.apk file in phone SD card that you copied earlier. Now long press on it and tap on Copy then. Press the Up button located at top until you reach the root of the device (you will see / at the top).
4. Reach /system/app folder and then paste GoogleQuickSearchBox.apk by tapping on Paste button located at top.
After that, long press on the copied file (i.e. GoogleQuickSearchBox.apk) and then tap on Properties option. Next, tap on Change button located under Permission section. Now, tick the Read box in front of both Group and Other [set permission to rw-r--r--]. Now tap on OK button to enable new permission setting. Quit ES Explorer now.
5. Go to Settings > Application Manager > All and clear data/cache for Google Search and Google Services Framework by tapping on the function name and then clear data/cache related button.
6.Reboot your Galaxy S3

Source: Android central.

How to Enable Auto Reject Call to Block Unwanted Callers number on your Samsung Galaxy S3

If you need to block unwanted calls on your Samsung Galaxy S3 you can simply set it by enabling the 'auto reject mode' via your phone's "call settings". This option lets you block an specific caller's number that will be blacklisted as incoming call to your phone number. Yeah, too nice isn't it! block someone you wouldn't mind to talk like your boyfriend if he breaks you up. This is also good for people who loves to play hide and seek.  But don't ever block your wife, husband, mom, dad, family members or closest friends number or they might be worry about you when you're away.

To block a call from someone's number you can simply set it by doing this steps.

From the Home screen, Tap on "Menu"
Tap on "Settings"
Tap "Call Settings"
Then select "Call Rejection"
Enable the “Auto Reject Mode”
Select “Auto Reject List”.
Here you will have the following options:
Enter a caller's number: You can create a reject a call by entering a specific numbers
Choose from your contacts: Go into your contacts and choose a particular contact's numbers that you wish to reject or block.
Match criteria: you could also select Match criteria to further customize the automation, an option to search the number from log and can add to the block list.

Then Tap on "Save" your call rejection settings.

If you need to add more number to the rejection list, just repeat the above steps.
It displays as 'Unknown", you may then click the “Create” + button and type the number to add the numbers.You can also use the “Match Criteria” option to search the number from log and can add to the block list.

Samsung Galaxy S3 Photo Editor

The Samsung Galaxy S3 is equipped with  8-megapixel camera, and captures impressive high quality photos. Samsung has highly optimised the software, improving picture quality and adding new camera features. But sometimes there are situation that you need to manually edit your captured photos to the best as it can be by your own likings. So, you need a photo editor to do this job.

Gladly, Samsung Galaxy S3  has a widerange of free applications to choose from and you can install it directly to your Samsung Galaxy S3 without any hassle. One of these free apps is the Photo Editor which is the most in-demand applications for Galaxy S3 by its million of users worldwide.

I have already have this photo editor on my Samsung Galaxy S3 installed and used it oftentimes. That is why I also recommend this on you as the top apps for your Galaxy S3.


The Photo Editor is a handy apps for your Samsung Galaxy S3 which can be use by all ages, it also comes in different languages: Arabic, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Slovak, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Traditional Chinese, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese

Description
Make photography easy with Photo editor. Photo editor provides a wide range of features for anyone from beginners to experts. You can use the effects feature to apply fantastic effects to your photos, and even decorate photos with stickers and frames. Produce amazing results using the available effects, including the distortion effect, and you can even select parts of the photo for more detailed editing. Photo editor is a picture editing tool that is so easy to use, for anyone from beginners to experts

You can download and install the Photo Editor application on your Samsung Galaxy S3 via the device or Samsung Kies. You can grab it at Samsung Galaxy S3 Apps.

Android 4.1 Jelly Bean Firmware Update for Samsung Galaxy S3 is ongoing testing

According to the always well-informed website SamMobile, Samsung is already working with the testing of Android 4.1 nicknamed Jellybean for Samsung Galaxy S3. The Android Jelly Bean is the most advance Android OS for Smartphones this days.

Android 4.1 Jellybean was only recently unveiled by Google and can be found and experienced with Galaxy Nexus users already, but it seems that the new testing policy - which manufacturers previously have access to new versions of Android - is paying off throws. According to sources, the Koreans SamMobile's now almost ready to update the Galaxy S3 - possibly as early as August or September.

Samsung itself has still no official statement on its policy update to Android 4.1 - just an announcement that this explanation. For now it seems - despite the good news about a possible quick update - prudent to await this statement.

source: Sammobile

How to Set a Password on your Samsung Galaxy S3

If you need to have your Samsung Galaxy S3 like contacts, SMS, MMS, browsing history and etc. remains in private then you may needed to setup your own password unto it so that you are the only one can access the phone.  On this guide we'll show you how to create or setup your own personal password directly to the phone.

To Set a Password on your Samsung Galaxy S3

* From the Home Screen> Tap on "Settings".
* Scroll down and then Tap “Security”,(then it opens up).
* Select “Security Lock” on that screen.
* Tap on “Password”.
* On the “Select Password Screen”. enter your desired unlock password and then press on the “Continue” button.
* Confirm your "password", enter the password again then tap the “OK” button.

More options for security lock
For quick lock mode without waiting time, just tick on the check box “Lock instantly with power key” within the “Security” screen.
For a little bit delayed in a few seconds before it gets locked, tick the check box “with swipe lock” ON. Do not tick “lock instantly with power button” checkbox and then select on “Lock automatically”.

You may then  verify if your Password is working.
Enjoy! 

How to Transfer Music Files from Computer to your Samsung Galaxy S3

If you need to transfer a music files from your computer into your Samsung Galaxy S3 there are several ways on how simply to do it.  You can copy music files on these following formats - MP3, 3GA, AAC, M4A, and WMA music files. The below methods are just the simplest way I think.

Transfer Music files from Computer to Galaxy S3 as Removable Disk Drive
This is the most common methods on transferring music files directly from computer storage by connecting your Galaxy S3 to the computer using the USB cable.
A Galaxy S3 USB drivers is needed for Windows users and for Mac users not needed.

1) Connect your Galaxy S3 to your PC using the USB data cable.
2) Select Connected as media Device > Media device (MTP).
3. A removable disk will mount to your computer. You will see it listed under Computer if you’re a Windows user, or on the Desktop if you’re a Mac user.
4) Navigate the phone storage then locate the "Music folder".
(If you can't see any Music folder, create one and renamed as "Music".
5) Now simply copy or drag and drop all your favorite music to that music folder.
6) Once finished copying music files, safely removed the phone from PC connection.

Transfer Music files from Computer to Samsung Galaxy S3 using Samsung Kies software
First, you need to download Samsung Kies of you do not have installed it, and then you can transfer music files via USB or via WiFi wireless option.

1) Connect Samsung Galaxy S3 to your computer via USB.
2) Access the 'music' folder as shown on the hard drive.
3) Copy and paste all your favorite music to the Music Folder.
4) Once transferring music is done, safely removed you Galaxy S3 from the computer

So, that's it! You can now verify your copied Music files by playing it with your Galaxy S3 music player.

How to Store Captured Photos and Videos on SD card on your Samsung Galaxy S3

The Samsung Galaxy S3 is the newest flagship of Samsung which is equipped with on-board 8 megapixel HD camera that enables you to shoot splendid photos and videos. Now, if you wanted to save more space of your Galaxy S3 memory storage, you might wanna save your taken photos and videos to your external SD card.

The camera captured photos may consume around 5MB of disk space, but the videos will take up larger than 100MB so if you are a video and photo fanatics you'll probably struggling in saving your phone's internal memory usage. So, instead by storing all your photos and videos directly to your Galaxy S3 internal memory it is bit smarter to save it on your external SD card. Remember, the external micro SDcard is expandable up to 64GB,  so that's a lot of files to store on it.

To save your Samsung Galaxy S3 photos and videos to your external SD card just simply follow this simple steps.
1)  Ensure that you have installed a microSD card on your Galaxy S3.
2) Go to "CAMERA"
3) Tap the camera settings 'gear icon' in the bottom left, then scroll down.
4) In the given options simply select "SD card" to assign where your photos and videos to be saved.

That's it! Enjoy.

How to Connect Samsung Galaxy S3 to MAC PC using Android File Transfer

Some users of Samsung Galaxy S3 struggling to connect their devices to a PC running with MAC OSX. Using the Android File Transfer on Windows computer seems no issues but when it comes to Mac computers and Macbook pro laptops seems there is a problem with the connection.

Connecting Samsung Galaxy S3 to MAC PC using Android File Transfer issues:

So I got my SGS3 yesterday and noticed that the Android File Transfer app won't work, which used to work well when I owned a Galaxy Nexus. I tried it on 2 different Macs and it won't work on neither. The app does not recognize the phone being connected. When I connected it on windows (bootcamp, same Mac) it was recognized, so it's not a hardware fail, it's a software bug.

My Q is, has anybody successfully managed to use the Android File Transfer app together with a Galaxy S3.
Thx, all the help greatly appreciated.

It's definitely something with my Mac. I connected to my virtual Win7 machine on my Mac and it freaks out with the installing new software pop-up over and over but never connects.
Now it's gonna drive me crazy till I figure out what's going on with my Mac!

Hey guys, i'm having an issue with the file transfer. I can see both internal memory and SD, but when i tried to drag and drop from Finder it is giving me an error, saying my screen is locked (even when it isn't) and asking me to reconnect. anyone else have this problem? for now i'm transferring using File Explorer but its a pain in the ass. thanks!

I had this problem when I just got my Galaxy S3 at the end of May, and switching the connection mode to camera (ptp) did the trick. Now, however, regardless of the connection type I have chosen or whether or not I have enabled debugging, I cannot use AFT. At no point does it recognize my device, it just keeps telling me "No Android device found. Please connect your Android device with a USB cable to get started." I have reinstalled the program and still no luck.

MTP never worked for me on my Macbook, while PTP worked as a workaround until LFB (and later). With LFB changing to PTP (by default) pops up Image Capture, which, if everything worked as it should, is what you'd expect I suppose. The problem is that Image Capture doesn't find any pictures on the device even though it recognises that an I9300 is connected - and Android File Manager now doesn't work in either MTP or PTP mode.

Connecting Samsung Galaxy S3 to MAC PC using Android File Transfer Solution:
On your phone, when connected to the AFP program on your mac, you'll see a USB symbol in the notification area. Pull it down and you'll see it says something like 'Connected as media device' and it'll give you options underneath that to change it. Select that and you'll get to a settings page which will allow you to set your phone as a media device ((MTP) or as a camera (PTP) - do the latter and it should work fine.
I have to say, I love this phone but am not overly enamoured with the mac syncing aspect of it. Most apps in the store are flaky at best or don't work at all, TBH. Using the above method, I've managed to get my media over to the phone by dragging/dropping from iTunes and iPhoto.

Problem is, I still can't find a way for my computer to - reliably - see my phone as a camera when I plug it in e.g. invisible to iPhoto and Image capture.

I did actually. Turns out you have to check Camera (PTP) mode instead of Media device (MTP) mode.
Once I connected and checked PTP, the Android File Transfer now sees my phone
You don't need to be in debug mode either.

source: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1682041

Install UMS (USB Mass Storage) apps
Here's another solution if you're Samsung galaxy S3 can't connect to your Mac computer. This is an apps called UMS (USB Mass Storage) which enables your Samsung Galaxy S3 external microSD card  accessible as a USB mass storage device.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1711009 

If you find a way around any other solution to this problem, please let us know.

How to Connect Samsung Galaxy S3 to smartTV using MHL to HDMI adapter

If you already bought a Samsung Galaxy S3 MHL to HDMI Adapter and want to connect your phone to a smartTV or any LED TV and LCD TV sets with HDMI input options you can do it as simple steps ahead.

The Samsung Galaxy S3 MHL to HDMI Adapter cable connects to the MicroUSB connection on the bottom of the Samsung Galaxy S3 and provides a HDMI port into which you can connect an HDMI cable which in turn connects to a HDMI TV screen. So, you can watch a film stored on the Galaxy S3,browse your photos or play it through your flat widescreen TV and keep the phone charged at the same time.

The Samsung Galaxy S3 comes with large internal memory or can even upgraded up to 64GB external SD card. So you can load more photos, videos, music on your Galaxy S3. This options lets stream your photos, watch movies (iTunes, NetFlix), videos, MTV, Podcast, on your HDTV via your Samsung Galaxy S3.

The Samsung Galaxy S3 HDMI adapter is portable and easy to use. This MHL to HDMI Adapter is one of the must have Samsung Galaxy S3 Accessories, So that you can turn your Galaxy S3 in a full-featured home entertainment and presentation system when coupled with an HDTV.

Here's the MHL to HDMI Adapter connection guide from Samsung Galaxy S3 and TV:

1. Connect your MHL Adapter on your Samsung Galaxy S3 micro USB port.
2. Connect the HDTV using the HDMI cable to the MHL Adapter
3. Connect the MHL Adapter external power supply (5V, 500mA), this is needed so that the Adapter will work and convert the MHL to HDMI signal from your Samsung Galaxy S3 to HDTV.


Once you connect the MHL Adapter you simply need to set your TV to HDMI input options and then also restart your Samsung Galaxy S3 after connecting your MHL adapter to TV.

How to Factory Reset your Samsung Galaxy S3 Wipe Data and Restore to Original Settings

If you wanted to Factory reset your Samsung Galaxy S3 or return it back to its original factory default settings. You can simply do it in these three easy ways. This method is only advisable on some part for it will wipe some data stored from your Galaxy S3 phone's internal memory and cannot be taken slightly. But performing A factory reset is also useful to fix some issues that you might encountered with your phone like, frozen or severe hang problems due to excessive applications that you might have installed on your device.

Important: Just ensure that you make a back -up copy of all your important files stored from your Galaxy S3. You can use google sync and Kies to sync or back up all of your files, like contacts, messages, photos, videos, music, apps and etc.

3 Ways on how to perform factory reset on your Samsung Galaxy S3

Activate Factory data reset via your Galaxy S3 settings
Tap on Settings.
Tap on Privacy.
Tap on Factory data reset.
Then choose Reset phone.
Finally, confirm your decision > Tap on Erase everything.

Using a code on a dialpad to factory reset your Galaxy S3
On your keypad just type this code: *2767*3855#
Once the code entered, your Galaxy S3 will then reboot and it will restore to its original factory settings like the way you first bought it.

Factory data reset by using your Galaxy S3 buttons
This is another much more deeper techniques, by using the three button combination of your Galaxy S3 you can quickly do a factory reset in no time.
To do this:
First Turn off your Samsung Galaxy S3 Phone or you can either Remove the battery, in couple of seconds then place it back again.
Now while the phone is completely shut down.
Gently Press and hold down Volume Up + Home + Power buttons at the same time.
You will be taken to recovery mode screen.

This area is the Android system recovery will you can perform some service modes.

Now, just simply select wipe data/factory reset.
You may use the Volume control keys make a selection and then the Home button to select.
Next select Yes — to delete all user data.
Then finally, select reboot system now.

That's it! Wait until the phone completely reboots. Once its finishes rebooting, you'll will noticed that it now returns to its original factory default settings just like when you freshly bought it.

Samsung Galaxy S3 Connectivity Comparison of U.S (AT&T SGH-I747, T-Mobile SGH-T999, Verizon SGH-I535) and International (GT-I9300)

I was just confused, if somehow if the the U.S variants of Samsung Galaxy S3 like the AT&T SGH-I747, T-Mobile SGH-T999 and Verizon SGH-I535 can also be used in other countries. So I did a quick search for how the connectivity capabilities differs from each other. In U.S mostly mobile operators carrier were run in 4G LTE network which means it is has higher frequency bandwidths from other countries. These almost the same in Canada, some countries in Europe and Asia but others only have GSM/CDMA mobile network connections. The below table is a comparison of the Galaxy S3 variants from U.S and international version which is the Samsung Galaxy S III GT-I9300. So, lets take a closer look for a while.

U.S and International Samsung Galaxy S III Network Connectivity Comparison

International Samsung Galaxy S III GT-I9300	AT&T Samsung Galaxy S III SGH-I747	T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S III SGH-T999	Verizon Samsung Galaxy S III SGH-I535
2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 3G Network HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 4G Network LTE (regional)	2G Network  GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 3G Network HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100 4G Network LTE 700 MHz Class 17 / 2100	2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 3G Network HSDPA 850 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100	2G Network CDMA 800 / 1900 3G Network CDMA2000 1xEV-DO 4G Network LTE 700 MHz Class 13

The Samsung Galaxy S3 GT-I9300 International version was also built with LTE 4G network connection capability but only for those regions with higher frequency mobile networks. Whilst the US carrier variants seemingly built with 4G LTE capabilities that can also work both with GSM 2G and CDMA 3G frequencies, which means if those U.S variants Galaxy S3 devices can be unlocked or debranded,  it can also be used on other countries with GSM network only or without 4G network providers.

The most part these different Samsung Galaxy S3 variants only both the same with each features, like the main display technology which is the Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors with a size of 720 x 1280 pixels, 4.8 inches (~306 ppi pixel density) with Corning Gorilla Glass protection. The camera which is 8.0 Megapixel are seemingly high quality photo resolution.

The differences took to my attention is the CPU processor used which are different from each other. Now note that the CPU handles the speed of the any mobile phone while browsing, playing media and etc.

International Samsung Galaxy S3 I9300	US AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S3
OS Android OS, v4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich) Chipset Exynos 4212 Quad CPU Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A9 GPU Mali-400MP	OS Android OS, v4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich) Chipset Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon CPU Dual-core 1.5 GHz GPU Adreno 225

Although, this device is powered with Android Operating system, there is still a big factor on hardware speed capabilities. The Samsung Galaxy S III GT-I9300 international version is packed with  "Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A9, Exynos 4212 Quad chipset" while the U.S variants build with Dual-core 1.5 GHz, Qualcomm MSM8960 chips.  So which one is faster? Well, lets just compare the two, I will make another research about the speed differences between these two CPU's or processors.

source: Samsung US, Gsmarena

10 Samsung Galaxy S3 Free Applications Must Have

The Samsung Galaxy S3  happens to be one of Samsung's most successful and highest rated phone models. Powered with Android OS, packed with Super Amoled Touch Screen features and has a wide selection of apps to choose from.

I have listed my top 10 apps for the Samsung Galaxy S3 from among the many available today. You might already know a few but if you are new to Samsung Galaxy S3 in particular, it is only right that we utilise its functionality to the absolute hilt and try and make the Samsung Galaxy S3 even more efficient by adding more fascinating and useful applications.

Here's a wide variety of  free to download applications for Samsung Galaxy S3 that you must have. You can simply download these application via your Samsung Galaxy S3 device or Samsung Kies.

1) Photo Editor
Photo editor is a favorite app of mine that is available for the Samsung Galaxy S3. You can make Photography easy with Photo editor. Photo editor provides a wide range of features for anyone from beginners to experts. You can use the effects feature to apply fantastic effects to your photos, and even decorate photos with stickers and frames. Produce amazing results using the available effects, including the distortion effect, and you can even select parts of the photo for more detailed editing. Photo editor is a picture editing tool that is so easy to use, for anyone from beginners to experts

2) Norton Mobile Security
When it comes to your Samsung Galaxy S3 protection against unwanted malware Norton mobile Security is the best known apps to do this job. You can scan your phone with its anti-malware features, set up anti-theft as well as Call and SMS blocking.  Norton™ Mobile Security protects your mobile device against loss, theft and malware. Norton lends its anti-malware and security expertise to mobile. Your life and your important stuff is on your phone. Keep it safe with Norton™ Mobile Security for Android.



3) MapsWithMe
MapsWithMe is another must have Samsung Galaxy S3 application to aid in free drive and walk voice-guided turn-by-turn navigation. Ever needed a map urgently but lacked a mobile network connection? Or traveling abroad and afraid to use maps because of the extortionate roaming charges? Now MapsWithMe app, providing free offline maps of the World, addresses all your offline mapping needs. - OFFLINE MAPS - The data is stored locally, so you will never have to worry about hidden roaming charges or the quality of your network data connection again. - TRULY FAST - It is not just a fast app - it is a lightning-like app! The trick is in a special map data compressing method that allows downloading maps in seconds, navigating through them smoothly and, what is not less important, saving phone’s memory. - GPS tracking - You will always be able to find where you are with the GPS positioning and compass. - FRESH DATA - The map data comes from the open source initiative OpenStreetMap where the maps are being updated daily by hundreds of thousands of users worldwide. So, you can be sure that the information you received is up-to-date. - ALL THE WORLD - Maps of all countries and cities of the world are in your pocket with MapsWithMe app. Best of all, it’s completely free!

4) ChatON!
ChatON is a global mobile communication service that enables you to have better relationships with your buddies and groups of buddies using your Samsung Galaxy S3. ChatON brings together all of these methods of communication, expression, and sharing in one place: 1) ChatON supports many platforms and devices. Users can chat freely through ChatON. 2) ChatON provides multiple ways to make your communication richer. - 1:1 Chat, group chat, broadcasts, animation messages, pictures, videos, audio, location info, contacts, calendar. 3) Using ChatON, create your own unique animated message by drawing. 4) ChatON provides group management features for easy group chats. 5) ChatON provides an interaction rank which tells you how often you chat with your buddies 6) In every chat room, you can easily see all sent images and videos in a trunk 7) Got something to say to your buddies? Use Buddies say

5) OfficeSuite
OfficeSuite on Samsung Galaxy S3 boasts an intuitive interface that makes it easy to view and read files in different formats. OfficeSuite is a universal and FREE and AD FREE document viewer for Android enabling you to open native DOC, DOCX, RTF, TXT, LOG, XLS, XLSX, CSV, PPT, PPTX, PPS, PPSX, EML, PDF and ZIP files and attachments ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!




6) Kies air
Kies air manage your Samsung Galaxy S3  via your Internet browser remotely via WiFi, Isn't it awesome? Kies air is a application that enables you to easily manage contents saved on your device via PC internet or mobile browser using Wi-Fi technology. Without having to connect any cables, within a browser you can use diverse function such as multimedia transfer, music listening, PIMS management, text message, file search, and so on.




7) Dictionary
For any serious writers and travelers alike, Dictionary is a must have app on your Samsung Galaxy S3. When it comes to reference apps Dictionary is the right one for you. Dictionary - get the full power of TheFreeDictionary.com, the world's most comprehensive dictionary. English, Spanish, French, and 11 other languages, plus Medical, Legal, and other specialty dictionaries, all from the most trusted sources. Share definitions via Facebook, Twitter, email, and text. Even search words without an Internet connection. Content - Multiple English Dictionaries and Encyclopedias plus a Thesaurus. - Extensive offline dictionary. Search with or without an Internet connection. - Specialty dictionaries: Medical, Legal, Financial, Idioms, Acronyms and Abbreviations. - Dictionaries for 13 different languages: Spanish, French, German, Italian, Chinese, Portuguese, Dutch, Norwegian, Greek, Arabic, Polish, Turkish, and Russian.

8) Flipboard
For social networks fanatics this another apps that you must also have on your Samsung Galaxy S3. Flipboard creates a personalized magazine out of everything being shared with you. Flip through your Facebook newsfeed, tweets from your Twitter timeline, photos from Instagram friends and much more. Fill Flipboard with the things you like to read, from niche blogs to publications like Rolling Stone and National Geographic, and use Instapaper or Readability to save articles to read later. Flipboard creates a single place to enjoy, browse, comment on and share all the news, photos and updates that matter to you.

9) CamScanner
CamScanner turns your Samsung Galaxy S3 Phone into Scanner. With CamScanner, you are able to digitize any paper documents by photo shooting. Simply take a picture of any paper documents such as receipts, whiteboards, notes, agreement and so forth, and CamScanner can auto-crop image, enhance image quality and to create an industry standard PDF file. Then you can easily upload documents to cloud like Dropbox, Google Doc, Box.net, and manage by tagging or searching. Key Features： 1. Batch Scan Multi-Page Documents CamScanner can take pictures of multi-page documents in a row and do batch scanning fast. 2. Auto-crop and Auto-enhance Image What makes CamScanner different from camera is its smart image processing technology. CamScanner can auto-detect edges of images, auto-crop and auto-enhance images. Options to choose multi modes of color enhancement. 3. Create and Share Multi-size PDF Files With CamScanner, you can create PDF files in more than 10 different sizes and formats including Letter, A4, B5, user-defined, or Auto-fit to get the most proper size. All PDF files can be shared via email, uploaded to Dropbox, Box.net, Google Docs. 4. Back-up documents CamScanner can backup and restore all files in your SD card. 5. Smart Manage Scanned Files With CamScanner, you can easily view all files in list or thumbnail view, Tag, merge or delete files or pages.

10) Angry Birds
This is a great game on Samsung Galaxy S3 to pass time when traveling or relaxing, be it indoors or outdoors. It is well thought out with fluid animations, 3D sound effects and probably thousands, if not millions, of games to choose from different difficulty levels. ALL NEW ANGRY BIRDS GAME FROM ROVIO - the number 1 mobile game of all time blasts off into space! After a giant claw kidnaps their eggs, the Angry Birds chase it into a wormhole and find themselves floating in a strange new galaxy – surrounded by space pigs! Luckily the Angry Birds have super powers of their own... Angry Birds Space features 80 interstellar levels on planets and in zero gravity, resulting in spectacular gameplay ranging from slow-motion puzzles to lightspeed destruction. With regular free updates, brand new birds, brand new superpowers, and a whole galaxy to explore, the sky is no longer the limit! That's it! You can find out more coolest  applications for your Samsung Galaxy S3 phone at samsungapps.com. Apps comes in wide variety to choose from that suite your personal likings.

Kies for Samsung Galaxy S3

Samsung Kies is free software tool for Samsung Galaxy S3 so that you can update your phone when there is a new software update available or release by Samsung, and then you will enjoy more from new features, improvements and functionality that will be added to new software update.

About Samsung Kies

Samsung Kies connects your Samsung Galaxy S3 mobile phone to your personal computer, making it easier for you to synchronize data between devices and find new apps.


Keep your Samsung Galaxy S3 up to date.
When you connect your mobile device to Kies via a USB cable,
you will be automatically notified of any updates to your device firmware that are available.

Sync contacts with Outlook or Google, Yahoo
Add and edit contact of mobile on Kies conveniently.
Also, sync contacts with those of Outlook, Google or Yahoo.


Enrich your life with music wherever you are.
Make playlists and sync content between your mobile device and PC.
Carry your favourite music with everywhere with you.
Transfer your photos & videos to your PC.
Save those precious moments to your PC using Kies.

System Requirement

Windows
Windows data OS Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 (32/64bit are supported)
CPU Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0GHz or above (recommended)
Minimum memory size (RAM) 1.00GB (recommended)
Free hard drive space At least 500MB (recommended)
Screen resolution 1024 x 768(600), 32 bit or above
Required software Net Framework 3.5 SP1 or above, Windows Media Player 10 or above, DirectX 9.0C
* For Windows Mobile, ActiveSync (Windows XP) or Device Centre (Windows Vista/7)

Mac
Mac data OS MacOS X version 10.5 or later
CPU 1.8GHz Intel or faster processor
Minimum memory size (RAM) 512MB or more
Free hard drive space At least 100MB (recommended)

You can download Kies for Samsung Galaxy S3 in your local Samsung support websites, for English users you can download it here at Samsung UK Kies software.

source: Samsung UK

How to set Samsung Galaxy S3 a MP3 music as an email or text messages notifications ringtone

If you would like  to set your own favorite music MP3 as a custom notification ringtone on your Samsung Galaxy S3 SIII i9300 for any text messages or twitter, facebook,  gmail  received emails as well as any other notification that requires a ringtone. This tips will show you some simple steps ahead on how to set that favorite music of yours and used it as your default Text or Email messages ringtone.

At first you need to have some good quality MP3 music files that are loaded into your pre-formatted external micro SDcard of your Samsung Galaxy S3. If you don't know where to put or copy the music to your microSD card. Follow this guide:

* Insert the micro SD card to your PC or laptop SD card slot or card reader.
* Once its connected, open its content and locate the folder named 'Sounds"  then copy and paste all of your favorite music MP3 tracks or album on that specific folder.

After you have already loaded the music files unto your extenal microSD card, you need to copy or move that music file from the external SD card to your phones internal memory.  But first you must create a new folder named "Notifications" to your phones media files in order for this to work.
To do this follow this steps:

step 1
* Go to Apps > General File Browser
* Tap on 'My Files' folder

step 2
Once you're in here there two folders options you can choose the extSD Card and the sdcard.
Just select the 'sd card' folder which is the internal memory of the phone and not the extSD card which is the external memory card of the phone.

step 3
When your in SDcard option, scroll down and then
* Tap on a "Media" folder. You should see a folder named audio.

Now what you need to do in here is create folder and named it as "Notifications".
* Hit on "Menu" button
* Tap on "Create folder"
* Then type the name of the folder as "Notifications"

* then hit "OK" button.

step 4
Once the new "Notifications" folder already created.
* Tap on it, then you find its empty. It should be on a file folder like this /mnt/sdcard/media/notifications
* Now all you have to do next is copy a song or music track with MP3 format from your external SDcard or exSD card.

step 5
Go back to home screen menu then
Go to Apps > General File Browser
* Tap on 'My Files' folder
* This time tap on "extSd card" folder - your external Sd card.
* Once in there, locate the music mp3 files where you have stored.

step 6
Once you have chosen a music file.
Hold down that music track, then tap on a pop-up option where it says "copy"

Then it will prompt you where you want to copy that music track.
* Just simply select " SDcard" and navigate to "Media" then to the "Notifications" folder you have just created.
* Then tap on option "Copy" on top of the browser.

step 7
Now adding the Music MP3 track as a Text messages Ringtone
* Goto "settings"
* Tap on "Sound"
* Tap on "Default Notifications"
* Just simply find and select the Music file that you have just copied and tap "OK" button.

Now that you have set it a certain music of your choice as a deafult notification ringtone,  you can then try it by sending a text message on your Samsung Galaxy S3.

How to Change the Lockscreen Shortcut Icons on your Samsung Galaxy S3

These are instructions on how to change and customize your Samsung Galaxy S3 Lockscreen to display your calendar, mail, calls, sms, weather, twitter, facebook, todo, apps and more. On the Samsung Galaxy S III you can change the content on your lock screen of your own choice.

Change your Samsung  Galaxy S3 Lockscreen Shortcuts:
This option will allow you to make shortcuts to the features or apps that you use the most. Turn them on and off by swiping the button next to where is reads Shortcuts. You can change the shortcuts on the lockscreen by pressing down on your screen where it says Shortcuts, when you do this you will be taken to a different screen where you can remove and add new shortcuts simply by pressing the icon you want to get rid of and dragging it into the thrash can that appears at the bottom of the screen.

Customizing the Lock Screen Settings - including shortcuts icons
1) Tap "Menu"
2) Tap "Settings"
3) Tap "Security"
4) Tap "Lock Screen Options"
5) Tap "Shortcuts", it will take to "Set shortcuts"options menu.
Then you can set or add any icons as you like. Just tap the “+” symbol to get up the list of available new shortcuts to choose from. 

That's it! you change the lockscreen shortcuts icons on your Samsung Galaxy S3 as often as you like.

How To turn on Battery Percentage Meter on your Samsung Galaxy S3

Aside from the graphical representation of a battery life of your Samsung Galaxy S3, you may also want to see the remaining juice of your Galaxy S3 represented in percentage points. I prefer this over the default battery information, because you get a more accurate reading.

So, instead of just guessing how much battery life is really left on your Samsung Galaxy S3, you can turn on the percentage indicator. Luckily this capability comes built-in and you can quickly enable it on your phone.

To turn on Battery Percentage  % meter on your Galaxy S3, follow these steps.

To turn on Battery Percentage Indicator
* Tap "Menu"
* Tap "Settings"
* Tap "Display"
* Turn on the toggle for “Display battery percentage”

That's it and you’re done! Click the home button and now you’ll see the remaining percentage of battery life in the top notification bar.

Sandisk 64GB Micro SDXC card is compatible with Samsung Galaxy S3

If you would like to extend the external memory of your Samsung galaxy S3, you can purchased a Sandisk 64GB Micro SDXC card to it. Yes! its already confirmed that it also works on the Galaxy S3, that was previously proven works with  the Galaxy Note, Galaxy S III and the Galaxy Tablets.

In Samsung Galaxy S3 the internal memory card can reach up to 64MB.Yes, the Galaxy SIII supports a 64GB microSD card. Some other devices like Galaxy Note support only 32GB but they also run 64GB with ease. So there is no need to worry. 64GB is still not very popular and only a few brands manufacture them. But brands like San-disk and Transcend are recommended. Although Class 6 is enough, if you can shell out more money, go for Class 10.

The Galaxy S3 also feature a full exFAT formatting support. You can format a 64GB micro SDXC card to exFAT and copied over about 40GB of data files like videos, songs and etc. All files will worked without having any issues, and furthermore the media scanner was extremely quick.

Here's a highlight of the confirmation that the Sandisk 64GB Micro SDXC cards worked on Samsung Galaxy S III.

I'm really pleased to bring you the exclusive first confirmation that not only do these work with the Galaxy S III, but they also feature full exFAT formatting support (as we speculated they would based on Samsung's announcement in concert with Supercurio's analysis).

I was fortunate enough to have a couple of hours of undisturbed hands-on time with the Galaxy S III this afternoon, so naturally in advance I formatted a 64GB micro SDXC card to exFAT and copied over about 40GB of FLAC songs, video files and emulator ROMS.

First, the great news: the card works perfectly in the S III, there was no warning that the card was damaged like there is when they are placed into devices that don't support exFAT, all files worked without issues, and furthermore the media scanner was extremely quick.

The not so great news? I was unable to benchmark the card in the phone. I was blocked first of all by an ICS issue; it only connects to the PC via MTP, and that doesn't play nicely with the benchmarking software. Next I tried to benchmark the card with on-phone apps, however Samsung have changed the mount location of the external SD card, so those apps were unable to 'see' the card.

I did of course benchmark the card on a PC with two different readers. Interestingly the two results differed depending on the card reader. On one the large sequential read and write speeds were significantly improved, while small read speeds were diminished, and small write speeds were essentially unchanged. On the other, large read and write speeds showed only a modest improvement, but small write speeds virtually doubled. I've put both results below for you.

If you want to purchased this microSD card, I have found an affordable prices from amazon.

You can read more about Sandisk 64GB Micro SDXC cards compatibility with Samsung Galaxy S3 on AndroidNZ.net

How to Connect Samsung Galaxy S3 to TV via WiFi

Here's how you  can connect your Samsung Galaxy S3 to TV.
If you want to watch a streaming photos and videos on your large screen TV from your Samsung Galaxy S3 is very awesome. There are two methods on how you can enable it by using two main accessories introduced by Samsung.

Connect Samsung Galaxy S3 to TV using AllShare Cast Dongle via Wi-Fi

The Samsung AllShare Cast Dongle can be connected to your HDTV to enable the streaming of content from your Samsung Galaxy S3. The dongle plugs into an HDMI port on your TV set and photos and videos can then be streamed to the TV via Wi-Fi.

If you're looking to pair up a brand new Galaxy S III with a bigger screen, but you're not yet part of the Smart TV generation, then this little accessory could get you out of a fix. It's palm-sized with a single blue LED light indicating a connection, but honestly you don't ever need to look at it: it doesn't need line-of-sight to your handset because it uses a wireless protocol called WiFi Display, which means you can happily leave it dangling out of the way behind your TV. The unit has two cables: one for power and the other for the HDMI connection to your TV, which can transmit up to 1080p video and audio. As you'll see in the hands-on video after the break, it works for direct mirroring, so you can watch movies, play games or reel off holiday slideshows. But it also has a more enterprise-focused feature, in the form of a slideshow function in cahoots with the Polaris Office app, which means you can use your GS III as a controller for a presentation. It's a simple idea, but it all seemed to work smoothly and we can imagine it coming in pretty handy.


Connect Samsung Galaxy S3 to TV using HDMI adapter

This official MHL adaptor for the Samsung Galaxy S3 allows you to create an HDMI output via your handset's microUSB connection.

This cable connects to the MicroUSB connection on the bottom of the Samsung Galaxy S3 and provides a HDMI port into which you can connect an HDMI cable which in turn connects to a HDMI screen.

You can too connect a microUSB mains power cable to the device at the same time as the MHL HDTV adapter has a microUSB port on it to accept power. So, you can watch a film stored on the Galaxy S3, play it through your 42" HDTV and keep the phone charged at the same time.

If you already have a device such as a Samsung Galaxy S II or Nexus that has MHL/video out through the microUSB port then be aware, if you own the accessory that allows you to connect it to a HD display, IT WILL NOT WORK with the Galaxy S III.

The Galaxy S3 has a different pin connection so you need a different adapter, which you can buy.
It works in exactly the same way but has the correct pin connections so your S3 display will be shown on a HD monitor or TV. If you too have an MHL enabled monitor like the one we demonstrated here, you will too need this accessory as the current microUSB MHL cables do not support the S3, it is hardware related rather than software. Here's a guide for the MHL to HDMI connection to your Smart TV sets.

sources: clove.co.uk | androidauthority | engadget

A Useful Screen Brightness Control Apps on My Samsung Galaxy S3

In Samsung Galaxy S2, one of the subtle but very useful features is that the screen brightness can be controlled by your finger on the notification bar to slide. Unfortunately, this possibility has not taken on the Samsung Galaxy S3. You need  to choose between automatic control, or every time itself in the display settings of the device dives.

 This solution comes in the form of the example app 'Display Brightness, who simply play for free in the Google Store can be found ( HERE ). It is an app that lets you easily create a slider can add to your screen.  Moreover, do you have much control over how this slider looks like, and where they are on screen. We ourselves had a slider configured within 1 minute, which sits just below the notification bar disappears when not in use, and in color nicely with the rest of our screen fits.

After you "Display Brightness installed, you ensure that auto adjust the screen brightness is turned off (Settings -> Display -> Brightness -> untick automatically clear). To the slider just below the notification bar to get choose 'Top fill' to 'Select alignment and uncheck' Auto hide indicator at the bottom of the list of possible settings. Then even the colors that work for you, tap "Enable indicator, and presto!

The result: a slider that both performance quite similar to that of the Galaxy S2, but not now, but just below the notification bar is, and that does not distort your image further.  Moreover, this app back a percentage of the brightness as you define it.