Verizon Wireless has launched a new variant of Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) called the Galaxy J3 V. The new version comes just a month after the 2016 version of the budget handset was released.
The Samsung Galaxy J3 V and Galaxy J3 (2016) share most of the specifications except storage, camera and operating system. According to Verizon Wireless, the new variant sports a 5-inch HD Super AMOLED display with 720x1,280 pixels (294 ppi pixel density), powered by a 1.2 GHz Quad Core processor, runs Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow, and comes packed with a 16GB, expandable up to 128GB microSD card slot. It also has a 5MP main camera with f/2.2 aperture, a 2MP front-snapper, and a removable 2,600mAh battery.
The device is available on Verizon device payment plan at $7 a month for 24 months or a $168 on one-time payment. It is currently available for purchase online but it will hit the stores only on June 23.
It may be mentioned that the Galaxy J3 (2016) that was released last month is priced at $109.99. It sports a 5-inch Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen with 720x1,280 pixels (294 ppi pixel density), powered by a Spreadtrum SC8830 processor, runs Android 5.1 Lollipop, and comes packed with an 8GB GB internal storage expandable up to 128GB via microSD card and a 1.5GB RAM. It also mounts an 8MP rear camera with f/2.2 aperture, autofocus and LED flash, 5MP front-snapper, and a 2,600mAh battery.