Samsung announces release of Galaxy S II

MANILA, Philippines - Samsung Electronics Philippines Corp. (SEPCO) has announced that the Samsung Galaxy S II, a thin (8.49-mm) and lightweight, 1.2 GHz dual-core smartphone that combines an unmatched viewing experience with incredible performance will be launched in the country this June.

The Samsung Galaxy S II uses Android 2.3 Gingerbread, the latest version of the world’s fastest-growing mobile operating system.

The next-generation smartphone includes access to Samsung’s four new content and entertainment hubs, seamlessly integrated to provide instant access to music, games, e-reading and social networking services. 

“In 2011, we will take Samsung’s leadership in Speed, Screen and Content to a whole new level,” said Glenn Glinoga, business unit director of SEPCO’s Mobile Communications Business.

“With the Galaxy S II, Samsung wants to set the new standard of quality viewing on mobile, powerful performance, and slim and modern design,” he said.

“The Galaxy S II is a natural and powerful evolution of Galaxy S. Building on the phenomenal success of the original Samsung Galaxy S, we are proud to unveil the ultimate smartphone. Consumers no longer have to contain themselves — the Samsung Galaxy S II allows them to design their own smart lives,” he added.

“We’re pleased to see Samsung bring another Android-powered device to market to help grow the Android ecosystem,” said Coco Domingo, business unit head of SEPCO’s Mobile Communications Business.

Powerful performance

Incorporating a dual-core application processor and advanced wireless network (HSPA+ 21) connectivity, the Samsung Galaxy S II has the speed and power to provide an unrivalled mobile performance.

The 1.2 GHz dual-core application processor delivers compelling features such as fast Web browsing, multi-tasking comparable to a PC-like environment, supreme graphics quality and instantly responsive 3D user interface on the large screen.

The Galaxy S II also delivers seamless multi-tasking, switching between applications instantly. Superior 3D hardware performance makes games and video incredibly fast and smooth.

With super-fast HSPA+21 connectivity, the Galaxy S II offers rapid mobile download speeds while Bluetooth 3.0+HS considerably reduces data transfer times.

The Samsung Galaxy S II has been equipped with an 8-MP, high-profile camera and camcorder with 1080p full HD recording and playback. With Samsung’s patented AllShare technology, customers can capture, create and then share their experiences hassle-free.

A next level of viewing experience

The Samsung Galaxy S II has been equipped with Samsung’s new crystal-clear Super AMOLED Plus screen, the most advanced mobile visual display ever created.

Setting the standard of quality viewing on mobile, Super AMOLED Plus introduces the best in quality in color gamut, contrast ratio and edge sharpness.

Using RealStripe screen technology and a greatly increased sub-pixel count, Super AMOLED Plus complements the mechanics of the human eye to recognize images look clearer and more detailed than ever before.

With a wider viewing angle and increased visibility in outdoor, the Samsung Galaxy S II provides a more vibrant viewing experience than any other mobile devices.

Even with its unrivaled performance, the innovative Super AMOLED Plus display does not compromise battery performance.

A significant reduction in power consumption from Super AMOLED display means it is also more energy-efficient than other comparably sized devices, allowing Samsung to minimize device weight.

Samsung Galaxy S II goes to work

Samsung has introduced a new range of enterprise mobility solutions, expanding the business capabilities of the Samsung Galaxy S II and helping enterprise customers empower a flexible and connected mobile workforce.

Samsung has partnered with IT industry leaders to offer the most relevant enterprise solutions to the Samsung Galaxy S II, working seamlessly on the Android Gingerbread platform and paying special attention to securing data and network.

These solutions include enhanced conferencing and connectivity services from Cisco, the most comprehensive mobile implementation of Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync, and secure remote device management from Sybase.

A new world of entertainment, smarter interaction

Samsung has selected the Samsung Galaxy S II as its premium mobile product with which to launch Samsung Hubs — integrated mobile applications designed to fit every element of one’s life.

With Samsung Hubs, the Samsung Galaxy S II delivers rich catalogues of books and magazines, music, advanced mobile games and control of one’s online social life, all from a single device.

• Social Hub Premium: The future of communication - talk to whoever you want, however you want, all from one place - your contact’s list.

Communication history, IM status, and updates from social networking sites are all readily available. From here, users can access all types of messages (push e-mail, text, VM and SNS) and respond directly without resorting to individual applications. It truly acts as a hub for entire social life.

• Readers Hub: Carry an enormous library of books, magazines and newspapers on the go. Through strategic partnerships, Samsung Readers Hub provides over 2.2 million books and novels, 2,000 global and local newspapers in 49 languages and 2,300 popular magazines in 22 languages.

• Game Hub: The easiest way to download and play best-in-class mobile games. Featuring a three-axis gyroscopic sensor, the Samsung Galaxy S II unleashes a world of gaming possibilities. Try for free and download premium titles from partners like Gameloft or enjoy social network games powered by mobage, including ngmoco’s We Rule and We City.

• Music Hub: Make Samsung Galaxy S II a personal music manager and access over 12 million tracks from 7digital. Discover what’s hot from top charts, search for favorite music, get recommendations on albums, enjoy previews and download them directly to Samsung Galaxy S II.

The Samsung Galaxy S II gives customers more choice in personalizing their smartphone experience.

New for the Samsung Galaxy S II, Samsung has introduced Live Panel, a service that aggregates live Web and application contents to a single customizable home-screen.

Customers can design the layout of their own Live Panel, online services and mobile apps to appear on-screen. SNS feeds, information and many more applications can all be embedded and accessed instantly through the magazine-like layout.

With the enhanced voice technology on the Samsung Galaxy S II, customers will be able to do more with less. From opening the app to controlling the messaging, social media, e-mail and calling, Samsung Voice Solution will recognizes voice and convert it to text and vice versa.

The Customized Voice Translation application makes the Samsung Galaxy S II the perfect travel companion, translating voice or text into — and from — a range of languages: simply speak a word or phrase into the handset and it will instantly translate it, with audio and text output.

For swift and simple device management, Samsung has introduced Kies Air. With Kies Air, consumers can manage their smartphone contents from their PC, via local WiFi connections.

Download photos taken on the built-in camera, listen to music, check missed calls and send messages in the Web browser on their PC.

For added connectivity, WiFi Direct allows consumers to connect to wireless-enabled PCs and printers without the need for wireless access points.