The Master List for Accessories

The Master List for Accessories

Please also note that there will probably be a million and one cases/accessories for this phone. While I would like to post everything, only those highly reviewed and known for quality or some special feature will be on this list.

Here is a compilation of accessories and deals for the Samsung Galaxy S3.

If you have any suggestions or want to add something to the list, feel free to PM me with a link to your review. If you would also like me to review a case, please also PM me and I'll see what I can do.

Thanks to everyone and their contributions. If this post has helped you, please help me out by donating. These accessories can be very expensive =P

Unleash the power of your phone with accessories! Check this out:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46IiRyigUH0

Cases

Samsung Ultra Slim Covers:

http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/ETC-2PKSCEGSTA

Samsung Galaxy S III Protective Gel Cover- Translucent Blue:

http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/EFC-1G6WBEGSTA

Samsung Flip Cover (White):

Review: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=29540501&postcount=236
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/EFC-1G6FWEGSTA

Samsung Flip Cover (Pebble Blue):

Review: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=29540501&postcount=236
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/EFC-1G6FBEGSTA

Samsung Mesh Vent Case:

http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Galaxy-Cool-Vent-Case/dp/B0080D1GHK

Otterbox Galaxy S3 - Commuter Series:

http://www.otterbox.com/Samsung-Gal...color=20&start=1&cgid=samsung-galaxy-s3-cases

Otterbox Galaxy S3 - Defender Series:

http://www.otterbox.com/Samsung-Gal...color=20&start=2&cgid=samsung-galaxy-s3-cases

Seidio Galaxy S3 - Surface:

http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-surface-case-black-p/csr3ssgs3-bk.htm
Combo (Case+Holster): http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-surface-case-holster-black-p/bd2-hr3ssgs3-bk.htm

Seidio Galaxy S3 - Active w/Metal Kickstand
Review: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=30477750&postcount=323
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-active-kickstand-case-black-p/csk3ssgs3k-bk.htm
Combo (Case+Holster): http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-active-ks-case-holster-black-p/bd2-hk3ssgs3k-bk.htm

Rock Quicksand - Polycomposite Case
Pictures: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=27328561&postcount=37
http://www.amazon.com/Rock-Samsung-Q.../dp/B0089E283G
http://www.ebay.com/itm/High-Qualit...0-GALAXY-SIII-S3-/330748720658#ht_10234wt_962

Cruzerlite Androidified A2

http://www.cruzerlite.com/cases/sam...te-androidified-case-for-samsung-galaxy-s-iii

Incipio SILICRYLIC DualPro Hard

http://www.incipio.com/Samsung-Gala...ualPro-Hard-Shell-Case-with-Silicone-Core.asp

Rearth SLIM Lite Eco Package
http://www.rearthusa.com/galaxy_s3_ringke_case

Trident Aegis: Many different colors.

http://www.tridentcase.com/case/samsung/samsung-galaxy-s-3/samsung-galgaxy-s-3-aegis-case.html

Diztronic Matte Black TPU Case (Thanks to Ploone)
Video Review: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1757335
http://tpu-cases.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=42_68

Story - Custom Handmade Leather Flipcovers (Thanks to demesh)

http://www.storyleather.com/

SGP Spigen (Thanks angie4u)

http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/samsung/galaxy-s3/samsung-galaxy-s3-ultra-thin-air-series.html

Casemate (Thanks angie4u)

http://www.case-mate.com/Samsung-Galaxy-S-III-Cases/Case-Mate-Samsung-Galaxy-S3-Brushed-Aluminum-Barely-There-Cases.asp

Bird Nest Galaxy S3 Case (Thanks tradesteady


http://www.slickfans.com/bird-nest-case-for-galaxy-s3-i9300-white_p2108.html

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Screen Protectors

Invisishield:
- $24.99 / $14.99
zagg.com/invisibleshield/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-cases-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields.php

Ghost Armor:
NO IMAGE YET! - Not yet announced
http://www.ghost-armor.com/category/Phone/Samsung/

Bodyguardz:
Full Body: $24.95

http://www.bodyguardz.com/samsung-g...-skins-films.html?dir=asc&order=sort_priority

Screen Protector: $15.95

http://www.bodyguardz.com/screengua...-films-12052.html?dir=asc&order=sort_priority

Spectre (Not yet available): What better way to protect your Gorilla Glass 2 with more glass!

http://www.xgearlive.com/products/android/spectre
$5 Discount code:SEXYS3 Thanks stan.s

Armorsuit

http://www.armorsuit.com/cell-phones/samsung/samsung-galaxy-s3.html

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Battery/Docks/Armbands:
Samsung Spare Battery Charging Station + Dock: (Does not charge the phone. Only a battery.)

http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/ETC-CP1G6LGSTA

Samsung Galaxy Universal Multimedia Desktop Dock

http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/EDD-D200BEGSTA
http://www.ebay.com/itm/H42-New-Sam...ccessories&hash=item3378d03475#ht_3379wt_1163 Cheaper on Ebay! -Thanks EM2_Rob

Mugen Charging Dock + Spare Battery Charger: (Charges both phone and battery)

http://www.mugen-power-batteries.co...sb-desktop-cradle-with-2nd-battery-slot.html#

Samsung OEM Standard Battery 2100 mAh: $25.56

http://www.thecellguru.com/Products/71619

Anker® 2200mAh Li-ion Battery for Galaxy S III

Review: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=29539319&postcount=235
http://www.amazon.com/Anker-GT-I930...d=1343099456&sr=8-1&keywords=anker+S3+battery

Mugen Power 4600mAh Extended Battery for Samsung Galaxy S III I535 with Battery Door [HLI-I9300XL] Thanks sanjsrik
http://www.mugen-power-batteries.co...sung-galaxy-s-iii-i535-with-battery-door.html

3500mAh White External Battery Back Case Cover For Samsung GT-i9300 Galaxy S3 Thanks tarheelsmj12001

http://www.ebay.com/itm/3500mAh-Pow...ccessories&hash=item4d02d13dd7#ht_2485wt_1396

2600mAh External Battery flip Case Cover For Samsung Galaxy S3 i9300 Thanks tarheelsmj12001

http://www.ebay.com/itm/2600mAh-Ext...ccessories&hash=item231fbbd6d4#ht_2528wt_1396

Mugen HDMI Dock

http://androidcommunity.com/mugen-power-releases-galaxy-s-iii-hdmi-desk-dock-20120619/

Samsung Infuse 4G Car Dock (Yes it works with our phones. I have one and it fits. It's very snug so it won't work with a case)

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1725013
http://www.att.com/shop/wireless/accessories/cases/sku5190308.html#fbid=NZVl--1A8DA

ProClip Modular Car Dock + Mounting System (Thanks baudi11)

Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1PXPPdWEv2E&feature=player_embedded
Mount: http://www.proclipusa.com/vehiclemounts/vehiclemounts.aspx
Plate: http://www.proclipusa.com/store/pro...)-mounting-plate-with-tilt-swivel-215058.aspx
This is interesting because there are a TON of vehicle mounts in different configurations beside the usual suction cup or air vent mounts. Makes it that much better if you don't mind it not being universal for each car.

Arkon Mega Grip Car Dock

http://www.arkon.com/megagrip/megagrip-windshield-vent-mount.html

Mounttek Universal Car Mount

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004E5W3D4/ref=oh_details_o05_s00_i00

Arkon Smartphone Armband

http://www.arkon.com/Galaxy S III/galaxy-s-3-armband.html

Belkin Armband

Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-cNrmyebUG4
http://www.belkin.com/IWCatProductPage.process?Product_Id=659404

Verizon Wireless Charging Kit

http://www.androidauthority.com/wir...samsung-galaxy-s3-hits-verizon-stores-105433/
http://www.verizonwireless.com/b2c/...920&action=accessoryDetails&accessoryId=47605

Kickstand4u™

http://www.kickstand4u.com
Review: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=36395351#post36395351


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Stylus:
Samsung Galaxy S III C-Pen:

http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/ETC-S10CSEGSTA

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Keyboards/Mice/Input Devices

http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Mini-Ke...68?pt=PCA_Mice_Trackballs&hash=item1c2840fa88

Game Clip

Video Review: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wiek3pgBxqk&feature=player_embedded
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1760595

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Connectivity/Adapters:
Samsung MHL Adapter (Galaxy S III Version):

http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/EPL-3FHUBEGSTA

Saumsung Allshare Cast Dongle: (NOT YET AVAILABLE) Maybe Sept 2nd for US???? http://www.expansys-usa.com/samsung-allshare-wi-fi-router-232250/

http://www.samsung.com/global/galaxys3/mobile/accessories.html
CURRENTLY ON AMAZON $99.99 USD including shipping: http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-EAD-T10JDEGSTA-WI-FI-All-Share-Cast/dp/B0089VO7MY

USB OTG Adapter: (Can find these everywhere but here is a link)

http://www.overstock.com/Electronics/Micro-USB-OTG-to-USB-2.0-Adapter/6300990/product.html

OrientEX Multi-function smart cable

Review: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=30311598&postcount=306
http://www.amazon.com/OrientEX-Mult...450&sr=8-1&keywords=Multi-function+Smartcable

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SD Cards

SanDisk 32GB microSD microSDHC Card Mobile Ultra Class 10 UHS-I UHS-1 with USB Card Reader - $36.45 (8/8/12)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA12K0932058
(Thanks nojak)

SanDisk Ultra microSDXC Class 6 Flash Memory Card - $54.99 (7/7/12)
http://www.amazon.com/SanDisk-Mobil...8&qid=1341445548&sr=8-4&keywords=64gb+microsd
(Thanks tragicallyhip)

SanDisk 64GB 64G microSDXC microSD microSDHC SD SDHC SDXC Card Mobile Ultra Class 10 UHS-I - $94.50 (7/23/12)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA12K0948061
(Thanks nojak)

Samsung Galaxy S3 Flip Cover Review

Here is my review of the Samsung Galaxy S3 Flip Cover

Pros:
Replaced the back cover completely and is sturdier that the flimsy stock back cover.
Very VERY low profile. It very very slightly increases the thickness of the phone but not as much as cases.
Works great with screen protectors.
Fits into my Inspire 4G Dock which I used with my Sprint Epic 4G Touch and this phone.
You can flip the cover to the back.
The front cover has a nice texture. Think of those adhesive plastic films you used to put on your text books in elementary school... HA!

Cons:
The edges of the flip cover get frayed after just a few weeks of usage.
There is a rubber lining around the edge of the flip cover that started to come off.
Gets annoying to hold because you have to flip the cover to the back to hold it in one hand and it makes it even thicker doing that.

Final Thoughts:
Great for those of you who are purists but also want some protection. I'm a New Yorker and commute to work via the subway (FML!) so people bump into me all the time on the crowded trains. Having to flip this around to hold is a pain. My GF on the other hand tosses it in to her bag so she loves it. My suggestion is go into your local store and try it on. Flip the cover open and around to the back and see if you like how it feels in your hand.

Review of the Seidio Active w/Metal Kickstand + Comparison with the Otterbox Commute

Seidio Active (White) w/Metal Kickstand


I'd like to first thank the great folks over at Seidio for sending me this case. I'm going to go over a few things about this case: product quality, durability, protection, thickness, ease of installation/removal, overall thoughts, and finally a comparison with the Otterbox Commuter series.

Product Quality:
The case itself is very well made. The soft silicone insert which encompasses the phone itself is very well made with cutouts for the 3.5mm headphone jack, microphones on the top and bottom, flash, camera, and speakers, and extra space for the Micro USB port. There are raised buttons on the side for the power and the volume rockers which line up perfectly and are VERY easy to press. The hard plastic shell is cut nicely as well with all the same cutouts. The kickstand is a lightweight zinc. It is very thin with a magnet to keep it from popping out when you don't need it. The case itself isn't slippery due to the silicone but because it does add some thickness, it might be a little big for those with small hands.

Durability:
I have tried to rip the soft silicone layer by pulling and trying to punch a hole through it with my finger with no success. Very well made. It doesn't warp even after rolling it into a ball or leaving it under a heavy book for 30 minutes. Very cool. The outer hard shell case is made of hard plastic. It will scratch and it will dent and chip if dropped on hard concrete. But better that than your phone. Overall the durability of the case is excellent. The kickstand does seem a little flimsy since it is so thin.

Protection:
I have dropped the phone with the Seidio Active numerous times from various heights, ground types, and angles of the phone. I am extremely impressed by the level of protection. The soft silicon layer makes it feel like the phone won't be damaged at all. The hard plastic shell has bumpers on the corners which gives it extra strength against corner impacts which are known to crack the screen. Drops were done on the front, side, and corners of the phone from, knee, waist, and shoulder heights onto concrete, tile, and hard wood(I am 5'7" tall)

Thickness:
Phone thickness: 8.62mm.
Phone width: 70.32
Case thickness: 12.39mm
Case width: 74.02
(Images attached)

Overall it adds 3.7 - 3.8mm to the phone overall. For the level of protection, I personally think it is worth it. The case had no trouble protecting my phone from drops at those heights. For some it might be a little thick for an already big phone but I think it is worth it.

Ease of Installation/Removal:
The case itself is very easy for the installation and removal. The silicone layer fits over the phone like a glove and all the cutouts line up. The hard plastic case slips right over the silicone case without ripping or scratching the phone. The silicone is held snugly in place by the case but sometimes if you don't align it properly, the case will push the silicone around. You can fix this by just resetting the case. It only happens to me when I am hastily putting the case on or really not paying attention or doing it with one hand. Yes you can put this case on with one hand.

The removal is just as easy. You just pop off the corners on one side. and you can just slide the cover off and then pull the phone out of the case itself.

Overall Thoughts:
This is by far the best case I have reviewed bar none for a moderate level of protection. The dual layers really do go above and beyond for protection while leaving it easy to remove and install for those who need to dock the phone (like I do). The kickstand comes in handy for putting it down to watch but I do wish that it was moved to the center of the case instead of at the bottom for stability. The raised buttons for power and volume are the softest I've felt in a case and makes it feel like nothing is there when pressing the buttons. They line up perfectly. I have never had the phone turn on or buttons pressed in my pocket because of the softness.

I would highly recommend this case to anyone looking for moderate level of protection, without adding too much thickness, and also wants a sleek looking case with a kickstand. Best one and is my currently daily use.


Comparison with the Otterbox Commuter:
I'll be doing this as a list until I get some pictures but here it is:

1) Product Quality: The Seidio Active has a much smoother and softer inside layer when compared to the ROCK hard TPU insert on the Otterbox Commuter. If I had to pick between the two to protect my phone, it would definitely be the soft silicone in the Seidio Active. The Otterbox Commuter is like putting your phone in a pliable hard shell plastic case and then wrapping it in a SUPREMELY rigid shell.

2) Installation & Removal: It is night and day between the Seidio Active and the Otterbox Commuter. The Seidio Active is SO SOSOSOSOSOOSOSOSO much easier to remove and install. The Otterbox Commuter you have to REALLY manhandle to get your phone out. The buttons on the Otterbox Commuter you have to shove into the outer shell. The Seidio Active's outer shell bends instead of being a stiff plastic shell so it can fit smoothly over the silicone.

3) Buttons: I have NEVER been so aggravated with buttons on a case before. The Otterbox Commuter is a PAIN IN THE ASS to really press any of the buttons. I had to use a TON of force to really press the power and the volume rockers.

4) Covers for ports: The one thing that the Seidio Active lacks that the Otterbox Commuter has are covers for the USB port and the 3.5MM jacks. But thinking about the users, the Active is used for media (hence the kickstand) and for those people who jog or bike with the phone. The Commuter is made for the same purpose. Why in the hell would you need covers for your USB port or the 3.5mm jack? I understand for the more rugged users but there are more rugged cases (Otterbox Defender or the Seidio Convert Combo which both have covers for the ports). I think Otterbox didn't look at their users and how they use their phones when designing the Commuter. If I'm commuting (I live in NYC) my hands are usually full with a coffee or a newspaper, or I'm trying to fend off the onslaught of sweaty, smelly, people from running into me. The last thing I need to drown out the sound of crying babies, loud obnoxious people, and the arrogant teenagers is to have to mess around with a stiff cover to get my noise cancelling headphones up and running.

For screen protectors since there is no zagg ones available try a bodyguard i personally highly recommend it ive had one on my ns4g since launch finally switching to the gs3 so im ordering mine

www.bodyguardz.com

Here's a new official samsung accessory

http://www.talkandroid.com/143303-samsungs-s-pebble-coming-to-the-us-as-the-muse/