GS3 Release Date in US by AT&T

[jcp007]

With 9 million pre-orders and a UK release date of 5/29, any thoughts on when AT&T might start pre-orders? Is there any clue on a US release? Father's Day weekend?

 

[Eaglemaniac]

If we knew, you would already know.

 

[DSK123]

I think all we know is the SG3 will be released sometime, somewhere, and somehow in the US. When and what carriers remains a mystery.

That said, it does seem reasonable that all 4 main US carriers will get the SG3, hopefully at the same time. Date of release to be announced in June, but I would not be surprised if it was not in US hands until later.

 

[LazrRocketArm]

I think all we know is the SG3 will be released sometime, somewhere, and somehow in the US. When and what carriers remains a mystery.

That said, it does seem reasonable that all 4 main US carriers will get the SG3, hopefully at the same time. Date of release to be announced in June, but I would not be surprised if it was not in US hands until later.

Amazon already is listing accessories for the T-Mo and att versions. Makes me think sooner, rather than later


http://www.phonearena.com/news/Amazon-listings-confirm-AT-T-and-T-Mobile-Samsung-Galaxy-S-III-SIM-free-units-priced-at-799_id30286

Curious that we haven't heard more about this 10 city world tour yet though.

 

[LazrRocketArm]

Phandroid is reporting those 2 versions have passed bluetooth certification as well.
They are also saying the US versions will sport the 2gb, like Japan.

 

[jcp007]

According to phonescoop, SG3 passed FCC approval on May 14th. Hopefully, this is a good sign.

 

[LazrRocketArm]

According to phonescoop, SG3 passed FCC approval on May 14th. Hopefully, this is a good sign.

They also said it was the international version, for importing. Not a US carrier version.

 

[jcp007]

It at least clears the way for US carrier internal and field testing. Who knows...within 30 to 45 days later...

 

[jcp007]

Accessories for the AT&T and TMO variants have hit Amazon as well as SIM-free units for $799. Betting AT&T prices the SG3 at $299 for 2 year contract. This would be a bit higher than their usual smartphone pricepoint. Is the customary for Android devices?

 

[LazrRocketArm]

It at least clears the way for US carrier internal and field testing. Who knows...within 30 to 45 days later...

Supposedly the T-Mo version has hit FCC now as well. Hopefully you are right and they bring the ATT version along soon as well.

 

[jcp007]

I believe that AT&T was the application that was approved on May 14th.

 

[LazrRocketArm]

I believe that AT&T was the application that was approved on May 14th.

That device has ATT 3g bands(hspa+) but not LTE. This is the same as the international. I believe the model number was I9300 as well, same as international.
A version specifically to be released on ATT will have LTE and a model number consistant with ATT Samsung phones. Last I heard, the ATT should be SGH-i747

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[jcp007]

I guess the two articles mentioned in a very recent thread reference a June 1st release date. May not be credible.

 

[planoman]

Accessories for the AT&T and TMO variants have hit Amazon as well as SIM-free units for $799. Betting AT&T prices the SG3 at $299 for 2 year contract. This would be a bit higher than their usual smartphone pricepoint. Is the customary for Android devices?

I think 299 on contract would be a bit high. I am thinking 249 on contract, 599 off...at least I hope it is not more than that. The Galaxy Note was 299 but not available on any other carrier. I think middle to late June launch on AT&T.
The One X is 199 and 549 so I think they will split the difference between the One X and Galaxy Note.

 

[jcp007]

$249 is a high price point versus RIM devices. The $249 may be for the 16GB version. Maybe $349 for the 32GB?

 

[T48]

I would not be surprised to see them start off at $299 or try to raise it higher sadly. Just this past week I read that phone providers want to lower the amount of subsidies on the phones they sell.

My phone died yesterday & will buy the S3 as soon as it is available. Really irritating that it is being released in Europe in a few days, yet no date for the U.S.

 

[jcp007]

With new stories, credible or not, showing up with more frequency and the Canada new story would seem to corroborate a date some time in June. The sooner the better.

 

[planoman]

With new stories, credible or not, showing up with more frequency and the Canada new story would seem to corroborate a date some time in June. The sooner the better.

Maybe even a father's day launch on June 17th!

 

[jcp007]

That's what I'm talkin about.

 

[LazrRocketArm]

Maybe even a father's day launch on June 17th!

That would be a happy Fathers day indeed!!!

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