The Galaxy J3 was a surprisingly popular budget option last year, and Samsung are set to release a 2017 model soon. We’ve gotten some of the first cases in stock now, so let’s take a quick look at the phone, including its UK price and release date, and its accessories.
The phone
The new Galaxy J3 (2017) looks to take after its predecessor, with good specs and a modern design at a low price.
The front of the phone is dominated by a 5-inch Super AMOLED display, running at 1280 x 720 — only a bit below the top-end smartphones. Onboard, you’ll find Android 6 Marshmallow, ensuring you’re reasonably up to date.
In terms of hardware, we’re looking at a low-end Snapdragon 430 quad-core processor, backed with 2GB of RAM and 16 or 32GB of expandable storage.
The camera is 8-megapixel on the back and 5-megapixel up front, giving you a nice chance to take some good photos no matter which way you’re pointing.
Galaxy J3 (2017) UK release date
The Galaxy J3 (2017) is expected to be announced at the Mobile World Congress in February, if not before, and should arrive in the first quarter of the year.
Galaxy J3 (2017) UK price
The Galaxy J3 (2017) should cost the same as its predecessor, with an RRP of £129.99. Expect higher prices if supplies are low on launch, but this should be unlikely.
The cases
The Galaxy J3 (2017) is not a phone that you’ll be spending a lot of money on, so it’s only right that its cases are similarly inexpensive. We’ve got three cases in stock at the moment: the rugged ArmourDillo case, the colourful FlexiShield and the clear Ultra-Thin Case. Let’s take a closer look at each!
Olixar ArmourDillo Tough Case
Our first case is the ArmourDillo, a rugged case. The case gets its name from its armoured exoskeleton, which adds significant protection against drops, knocks and scratches. The dual-layer design combines TPU and impact-resistant polycarbonate, while the ridged back adds grip to prevent a drop from even occurring. The back even conceals a kick stand, allowing you to watch videos or see incoming messages in landscape orientation. The case is thicker than most of its peers, but it’s well worth it if you value a non-smashed phone.
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Olixar FlexiShield Gel Case
Next up we have the FlexiShield Gel Case. This is one of our best-selling cases for every phone we stock it for, thanks to its simple but protective design. The case is made from a gel-like material, giving it easy flexibility and decent protection from scratches and light drops. You won’t get the armoured protection you would find on the ArmorDillo, but it’s still way better than going without a case. The FlexiShield case is available in two colours at the moment, blue and solid black, so you can choose whether you want to stand out from the crowd or blend into it.
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Olixar Ultra-Thin 100% Clear Case
Our final case is also the simplest — just a single layer of strong and durable gel material, made to be almost completely transparent. This case is a good choice if you want to show off the colour and phone you’ve gone for, while still keeping it protected from scratches and light knocks. The ultra-slim design ensures that there’s minimal added bulk too, so you’ll still be able to fit this case in your pocket without problems.
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These are all the cases we have for the moment, but we’re sure to have more in the weeks ahead. Check the link below for our full range of cases and covers!
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As well as cases, we’re stocking a wide range of accessories including docks, chargers, car holders, Bluetooth speakers and much more. Take a look at the link below!
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Wrapping up
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