Use the touch screen

Your device’s touch screen lets you easily select items or perform functions. Learn basic actions for using the touch screen.

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Do not press the touch screen with your fingertips, or use sharp tools on the touch screen. Doing so may damage the touch screen or cause it to malfunction.

Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices. Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction.

Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with liquids. The touch screen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to liquids.

Leaving the touch screen idle for extended periods may result in afterimages (screen burn-in) or ghosting. Turn off the touch screen when you do not use the device.

For optimal use of the touch screen, remove the screen protection film before using your device.

Your touch screen has a layer that detects small electrical charges emitted by the human body. For best performance, tap the touch screen with your fingertip. The touch screen will not react to touches from sharp objects, such as a stylus or pen.

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Under the hood, the Galaxy S3 is powered by powerful processors—either the Exynos 4412 or Qualcomm Snapdragon S4, depending on the model. These chipsets, coupled with 1GB of RAM, provide users with the performance needed for multitasking, smoother graphics, and more efficient energy consumption. The device comes with internal storage options ranging from 16GB to 64GB, expandable via microSD, offering ample space for apps, media, and documents.

Another key feature of the Galaxy S3 is its camera. It boasts an 8-megapixel rear camera and a 1.9-megapixel front camera, capable of capturing high-quality images and 1080p video. The camera is equipped with features like autofocus, LED flash, and burst shooting, making it appealing for photography enthusiasts.

From a technological perspective, the Galaxy S3 also showcases advanced features for its time. It introduced Smart Stay, which uses the front camera to keep the screen on while the user is looking at it, and S Voice, Samsung's voice recognition software. Furthermore, it runs on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, which can be updated to later versions, providing users access to the latest apps and functionalities.

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