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All About GALAXY S II – Faster and Stronger
Global launch of Samsung’s most powerful smartphone
World’s Thinnest Smartphone that Will Let You Experience More with Less

In 2011, consumers will be provided with a variety of smart devices that are made with more advanced technology, specifications and contents.  Samsung Electronics, through MWC 2011, introduced a thinner, lighter yet faster GALAXY S II.

The Samsung GALAXY S II has many wonderful features and keywords such as Android 2.3 Gingerbread, 1GHz Dual-core Processor, Super AMOLED Plus, Samsung Hubs, mobile business, security, etc.  Let’s take a closer look.

:: Powerful Performance :: Gingerbread OS, Dual-core porcessor, HSPA+ connectivity, BlueTooth 3.0
A beautifully thin (8.49mm) and lightweight (116g), GASAXY S II uses Android 2.3 Gingerbread, the latest version of the world’s fastest-growing mobile operating system.

Incorporating a dual-core application processor and advanced 4G (HSPA+ 21) connectivity, the Samsung GALAXY S II has the speed and power to provide an unrivalled mobile performance.  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 multitasking, switching between applications instantly. Superior 3D hardware performance makes games and video incredibly fast and smooth.  With super-fast HSPA+ connectivity, the GALAXY S II offers rapid mobile download speeds while BlueTooth® 3.0+HS considerably reduces data transfer times.

:: A Next Level of Viewing Experience :: Super AMOLED Plus
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.

:: The Next Media Experience :: Take a picture of special moment whenever, wherever
The Samsung GALAXY S II features an 8MP, high-profile camera and camcorder with 1080p full HD recording and playback.  The rear/front view camera, it is possible to film in a variety of ways.  The camera UI, upgraded with Android 2.3 Gingerbread, also makes your filming experience more convenient and intuitive.  On top of that, with Samsung’s patented AllShare technology, customers can capture, create and then share their experiences hassle-free.

:: A New World of Entertainment and Smarter Interaction :: Samsung Habs
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 your life.  With Samsung Hubs, the Samsung GALAXY S II delivers rich catalogues of books and magazines, music, advanced mobile games and control of your 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.  Samsung Readers Hub provides over 2.2 million books and novels, 2,000 global and local newspapers in 49 languages and 2,300 popular magazinesin 22 languages.

• Game Hub
The easiest way to download and play best-in-class mobile games. Featuring a 3-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 (SNG).

• 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 recomm endations on albums, enjoy previews and download them directly to Samsung GALAXY S II.

:: Samsung GALAXY S II Goes to Work :: powerful security system, optimized business service system
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.

Besides all this, the Galaxy S II also has a voice recognizing and translation program as well as a Live Panel that allows users to personalize their home screen according to individuality.  Kies Air, allows users to manage their smart phone contents on a PC with Wi-Fi connection.  You can even print your pictures using Wi-Fi Direct, and don’t forget that NFC is also enabled!

Samsung Electronics has been striving to satisfy customers’ needs and continuously produce and develop advanced products to create a more meaningful and innovative lifestyle.  Galaxy S II is are next step towards all that, you’ve got to feel it.  DON’T CONTAIN YOURSELF!!

Network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
	HSPA+ 21 850/900/1900/2100
OS	Android 2.3 Gingerbread
Display	4.27” WVGA (480×800) Super AMOLED Plus
Processor	1 GHz Dual Core Application Processor
( BB& AP )
Camera	Main(Rear): 8.0-Mega Pixel Camera AF with LED Flash
	Front: 2.0-Mega Pixel Camera
	Single Shot, Beauty Shot, , Panorama Shot, Smile Shot, Action Shot,  Cartoon Shot
Video	Codec : MPEG4/ H.264/ H.263/ DivX VC-1
	Playback : FULL HD(1080p)@30fps
	Recording : FULL HD(1080p)@30fps
Audio	MP3, AAC, AAC+, eACC+
	3.5mm Ear Jack & Speaker, Stereo FM Radio with RDS,  Voice Recorder
Hub	Social Hub
	– Integrated Contacts, Integrated Calendar, Unified Inbox
	– Premium: SNS push notification, Push Email & Push IM
	– Basic: POP3/IMAP Email & IM
	(* Availability of Social Hub differs by country and mobile operator)
	Music Hub
	Readers Hub
	Game Hub
Enterprise  Solutions	Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync – The comprehensive mobile implementation of Exchange ActiveSync, which provides the most policies and restrictions support among Android ActiveSync clients, along with e-mail, calendar, contacts and tasks synchronization with a Microsoft Exchange Server
	On Device Encryption – A security solution that enables the protection of mobile data without the need to sacrifice speed and functionality. Superior performance can also be achieved when incorporated with Sybase Afaria Mobile Device Management and Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync, both of which complement the encryption support with their own mechanisms.
	Cisco AnyConnect Virtual Private Network – provide reliable and easy-to-deploy encrypted network connectivity for mobile workers everywhere for business email, virtual desktop, and other Android apps, AnyConnect enables business-critical application connectivity
	Sybase Afaria Mobile Device Management – provides the comprehensive capabilities that IT requires to allow mobile workers access to enterprise assets using the device of their choice.  IT can now confidently extend corporate security policies to the Android platform, allowing for the adoption of both personally-owned or corporate owned Galaxy S II.
	Cisco WebEx – the workforce will be able to stay connected to important meetings wherever they are while using Samsung Galaxy devices; users can view shared desktops, browsers, applications and documents with live annotations.
	Cisco Mobile – a VoIP solutions allowing the workforce to make and receive calls over Wi-Fi using an Android interface, providing significant cost-efficiencies for an international workforce
Value-added Features	Android Market
	Adobe Flash 10.1 support
	Samsung TouchWiz
	QuickType by SWYPE
	Document Viewer / Editor
	Android Brower, RSS Reader
	Exchange ActiveSync
	Google MapsTM with Latitude, Places,  Navigation (beta)
	A-GPS
	GoogleVoice SearchTM
	Lost Phone Management
Connectivity	Bluetooth® technology v 3.0 + HS
	USB 2.0
	Wi-Fi 802.11 (a/b/g/n), WiFi Direct
	NFC Connectivity (Optional)
	MHL
	DLNA (AllShare)
Sensor	Accelerometer, Light, Digital Compass, Proximity, Gyroscope sensor,
Memory	16/32GB + microSD (up to 32GB)
Size	125.3 x 66.1 x 8.49mm, 116g
Battery	1650mAh

* All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability, and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice or obligation.

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