NEW SAMSUNG GALAXY S II

Samsung GALAXY S II:  The Smartphone Evolution

GALAXY S  II 

Manila, Philippines - Samsung Electronics Philippines Corp. (SEPCO), the leader in Android smartphones, announced that the Samsung GALAXY S II (Model: GT-I9100) is finally here. The Samsung Galaxy S II is the first 4G phone to hit the country that is faster, brighter, smarter and slimmer versus its highly successful predecessor, the Samsung Galaxy S. The Samsung GALAXY S II bears with it the latest Android smartphone OS, the Android 2.3 Gingerbread. Complementing this latest operating system is an uber fast 1.2GHz Dual Core processor, unparralled display quality on a 4.27” Super AMOLED Plus screen,  an ultra-smart voice solution feature that enables the user to call, text, email and even surf the internet hands-free.

"In 2011, we will take Samsung’s leadership in Smartphones to a whole new level,” said Glenn Glinoga, Business Unit Director of SEPCO’s Mobile Communications Business. "With the SAMSUNG GALAXY S II, Samsung wants to set the new standard of image and video quality, processing speed and cutting-edge modern design.”  The GALAXY S II builds on the phenomenal success of the original Samsung GALAXY S. “We are proud to unveil the ultimate smartphone,” added Glinoga.  “Consumers will no longer have to limit themselves because the Samsung GALAXY S II allows them to design their own smart lives.”

 "We're are very excited and proud to bring in the first 4G Android smartphone in the country that not only pleases the eye but delivers the most delightful smartphone experience," added Coco Domingo, Product Marketing Head of SEPCO’s Mobile Communications Business.

Faster: 1.2GHz Dual Core Processor

Incorporating a dual-core application processor, the Samsung GALAXY S II has the speed and power to provide the best mobile performance. The 1.2 GHz Dual-core processor offers features such as faster web browsing and better multi-tasking capability.  This allows the user to instantly switch between applications with ease, allowing the user to do more in less time.

The Samsung Galaxy S II is also the first 4G smartphone in the country. With HSPA+ connectivity, it offers unprecedented download and upload speeds like no other.  

Brighter: Super AMOLED Plus

The Samsung GALAXY S II is equipped with Samsung’s new crystal-clear Super AMOLED Plus screen. This is the most advanced mobile visual display ever created. With this display, Samsung sets a new standard of quality viewing on mobile handsets. The Super AMOLED Plus introduces the best quality in color gamut, contrast ratio and edge sharpness. Plus with a wider viewing angle, you get to experience the vibrant display of the screen from different viewpoints.

Even better is that the Super AMOLED Plus display does not compromise battery performance. A significant reduction in power consumption from Super AMOLED display makes it more energy-efficient than other comparably-sized devices.

Smarter: Voice Solution

The Samsung Galaxy S II is truly smarter than the ordinary smartphone. With its pre-loaded voice solution feature, Samsung Galaxy S II users can command their phone to call, text and even send emails hands-free. Simply activate the voice solution with these simple words “Hi, Galaxy” and the phone automatically responds by asking the user what he would like to do. This unique solution translates uttered words into both commands and actual text so SMS and emails can be dictated and sent without the use of one’s fingers.

Slimmer: Ultra sleek design

The Samsung Galaxy S II packs in all of these powerful features in a sleek 8.49mm thick device. Never before has there been a marriage of cutting-edge performance and design when it comes to mobile devices.

Witness the beginning of the Smartphone Evolution with the Samsung Galaxy S II. Faster. Brighter. Smarter. Slimmer.

     JUNE 21, 2011  "PRESS LAUNCH"