The latest releases on mobile phones have got the consumers asking: Which one is the best? Two of the phones that have proven to be the standouts are Samsung’s Galaxy SIII and Apple’s iPhone 4S. so which of them is better than the other? Read on and take your pick (although you are bound to find the other to obviously have the upper hand in all the comparisons than the other).
Screen Size
The difference is very apparent, putting the iPhone and the Galaxy side by side. iPhone boasts of retina display but comparing it with the GSIII’s high resolution display on a 4.8-inch screen makes Samsung’s flagship the winner. People today are more into phones with bigger screens and Apple is yet to grant these wishes.
Weight
The iPhone is smaller with less hardware inside it and yet it weighs more. The GSIII has outdone itself in coming up with a smartphone that is light despite the bigger number of hardware that it houses. Samsung’s phone also allows you to remove the battery, allowing you to use third party batteries for added power. Its removable storage through its SD card slot is also something that gives it the edge over Apple’s offering.
Camera
When megapixels is the aspect being talked about, there is no doubt that the iPhone 4s wins hands down. However, further looking at their features, you might find that Samsung has some amazing camera attributes that is not found in Apple’s product. The SGIII has the Burst Shot, capturing 3.3 images per second and then choosing the best picture for you. There is also the Zero Shutter lag feature for quick snaps as well as its ability to identify the people that are in a photo.
S-Voice vs. Siri
Samsung’s S-Voice is no doubt a lookalike of Apple’s Siri, highly apparent in its almost similar interface design. Both of these services generally work just fine, although, of course, it does have its own slip-ups once in a while. Both manufacturers are bound to be doing more work to improve their respective services so we should find out soon enough how their tweaks fare out.
Add-Ons
Samsung have been pioneers in coming up with new features that have become the standards for other manufacturers of smartphones. These frills include a Pop-Up Play, which allows you to watch a video and surf the web simultaneously; S-Beam, a combination of Wi-Fi and NFC sharing with other compatible devices; GLONASS support in its location system; Eye Detection, which allows the phone to turn off on its own; Bluetooth 4.0; and a barometer.
The Verdict
Looking at the comparison on the various aspects of the phone, the Samsung Galaxy S III is surely steps above the iPhone 4s. It is far lighter, thinner, and provides you with features that will give you more for your money. Count in its fluidity of operation, user experience, and feature set, and the SGIII seems to be years ahead of the now surprisingly profitable iPhone 4S.
Amy C. is a big enthusiast on mobile phones, including other electronic gadgets. She writes reviews and critics the features of the latest devices that are in the market today. In Amy’s spare time, she helps in the office administration and blogging activities of DMac Industries, a b deck and steel deck fabrication company. Watch out for her next post for more information on today’s newest gadgets.
Samsung Galaxy S3 vs. iPhone 4S,
Suraj
May 31. 2012
I believe that S3 should be compared with upcoming not released iPhone 5 and not with iPhone 4S.
Don
Jul 18. 2012
Me too thinks that S3 should be compared with the upcoming Iphone 5.
S3 was specially designed to outsmart Iphone 4 and really does it !
Amanda
Jun 01. 2012
The majority of Samsung’s advantages were completely new for me, I even changed my opinion about it
sweets
Jun 02. 2012
i really love the phone with big screen and i reall like brand samsung .. it has all the necessary accessories in its phone which i want to . i really prefer samsung galaxy s3.
Melissa
Jun 02. 2012
You have done an excellent comparison, and I’m much grateful to you for this
rodrigo
Jun 03. 2012
Galaxy S3 much better.
soa
Jun 04. 2012
I love Samsung in terms of flexibility and features in cell phones. This time, Samsung Galaxy S3 will beat the iphone 4s.
Ashok
Jun 04. 2012
Thanks for such a wonderful & brief article with covering all the very strong & considerable point comparison between Samsung Galaxy S3 & iPhone 4S. It helped me a lot in improving my knowledge about comparison between Samsung Galaxy S3 & iPhone 4S.
noel
Jun 05. 2012
i prefer the iPhone 4s than the Samsung galaxy. i have been using Samsung before but the problem with them is their durability. if your Samsung fall down you are 10% of chance that it’s still alive.
Puneet
Jun 05. 2012
This is the hot searched comparison nowadays as many cellphone buyers are confused in buying which smartphone.. but surely S3 wins here
Mobile
Jun 05. 2012
Samsung Galaxy S3 is better than iPhone 4S in lot of things.
Laurel
Jun 05. 2012
What I really want to know is whether S-Voice will keep the data collected from voice commands, like Siri does. If it doesn’t, even a slightly less useful service would be preferable. No one seems to know what Apple is doing with the data, which I find a little disturbing.
Farah
Jun 06. 2012
Nice infos, but I will still go for my all time fave! iPHONE! LOL! I don’t know why but my eyes are really in love with that apple icon, And I always love their design even some were saying that their design is repetitive.. SO WHAT?!!haha… Thanks for those nice informations! 🙂
Peter
Jun 06. 2012
I’m a Samsung Galaxy fan and is currently using the S2. Although the S3 is way much better than the S2 and iPhone 4S, still I will have to wait for the price of the S3 to drop only considering buying one.
Stef
Jun 06. 2012
I don’t like big screen phones so I think I’d still go with iPhone 4s.:)
Wanda
Jun 06. 2012
Hi, Thank you so much for the comparison, I am really not a technology freak and when it comes to deciding, I find it too hard! Thanks for helping me.
Anuj
Jun 10. 2012
I Think Samsung Galaxy S3 has great specifications as compare to Apple I Phone 4s Because It is Value for Money Phone in India
tuckpointing
Jun 11. 2012
I like iphone 4s. it very comfortable for me. thanks.
Razib
Jun 12. 2012
What I really want to know is whether S-Voice will keep the data collected from voice commands, like Sir does. If it doesn’t, even a slightly less useful service would be preferable. No one seems to know what Apple is doing with the data, which I find a little disturbing.
dagnyjbarber
Jun 14. 2012
I agree with your point Anuj. Money phones are more valuable in India and yes, Samsung galaxy s3 is better then iPhone 4. Great review Amy. Really impressive.
Asher
Jun 16. 2012
I like both. they gave unique features and rocking features.
Aman
Jun 26. 2012
i like samsung galaxy s..coz its have a smooth touch..
i didn;t found these kind of touch in any other phone..:)
Andrew
Jul 10. 2012
Three of my friends have the S3 but I’m sticking to the iPhone 4S. After using the S3 for a little while, I still don’t like the Android OS too much. iOS6 looks amazing.
Tina
Jul 10. 2012
S3 shouldn’t be compared to 4s it should be on iphone 5
Android
Jul 17. 2012
Very interesting blog on smartphone. Great information has been shared. My friend has planning to buy a new phone for him. I will send your article to him. After read your article, he can easily decide the best phone for him according to its features. Thank you!
samsung
Jul 19. 2012
for me samsung galaxy s3 is more better than iphone 4s because it use android ..
thiqar
Jul 24. 2012
Nice article and thank your valuable information and I wish you luck
Paseban
Jul 26. 2012
In my opinion,,,the S3 is definitely more superior in term sof overall hardware specs.
TechCrates
Oct 07. 2012
Thanks guys for commenting. Both phones are great and have their purchase price
Racheal Surbaugh
Oct 24. 2012
Thank you for sharing this good article. Very inspiring! (as always, btw)