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Samsung Galaxy XCover 3
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 3

Released: 2015, March. Released 2015, AprilPrice: About 220 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.0 (Lollipop)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUVivante GC7000
NFCYes
SAR0.95 W/kg (head) 1.01 W/kg (body)
SIMMicro-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size4.5 inches, 57.6 cm, 2, (~61.9% screen-to-body ratio)
TypePLS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
BrandSamsung
ModelSamsung Galaxy XCover 3
PriceAbout 220 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
VideoN/A
ColorsGray
ModelsSM-G388F, R3
SAR EU0.71 W/kg (head) 0.39 W/kg (body)
Single2 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight154 g (5.43 oz)
ChipsetMarvell Armada PXA1908
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20
FeaturesLED flash
Internal8GB 1.5GB RAM
Released2015, March. Released 2015, April
Announced2015, March. Released 2015, April
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 10 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions132.9 x 70.1 x 10 mm (5.23 x 2.76 x 0.39 in)
Music playUp to 85 h
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~207 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Samsung Galaxy XCover 3 Overview

About Samsung Galaxy XCover 3 Samsung Galaxy XCover 3 is a discontinued device from Samsung's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2015. Samsung Galaxy XCover 3 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 8GB 1.5GB RAM with Marvell Armada PXA1908 , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Samsung Galaxy XCover 3 can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Samsung Galaxy XCover 3?

The Samsung Galaxy XCover 3 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Samsung Galaxy XCover 3 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Samsung devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Samsung Galaxy XCover 3 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Samsung Galaxy XCover 3 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Samsung Galaxy XCover 3 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Samsung Galaxy XCover 3.