Few objects age quite like a smartphone, but the Samsung Galaxy S3, launched in May 2012, has a peculiar aftertaste. It’s a phone you can still buy, often for under $80, and that fact alone sparks a question—does a 13-year-old flagship still have a job in 2025?

Release date: May 2012 ·
Original launch price: $599 (unlocked) ·
Current average used price: $50–$80 ·
Battery capacity: 2100 mAh ·
Display size: 4.8 inches ·
Operating system shipped: