Samsung launches revolutionary GALAXY S II Smartphone

Samsung Electronics Co., a global leader in mobile devices, today announced the launch of its revolutionary Smartphone, the GALAXY S II. The widely anticipated smartphone has the speed and power to provide an unrivalled mobile performance. The event, which is taking place at the Galleria, Mall of the Emirates from June 22^nd to June 25^th, gives consumers the chance to interact with the product and familiarize themselves with the immersive, smart experience it offers. 

Building on the phenomenal success of the original Samsung GALAXY S, the GALAXY S II is a natural and powerful evolution of its predecessor and allows users to design their own smart lives. It uses Android 2.3 Gingerbread, the latest version of the world’s fastest-growing mobile operating system. 

“The new Galaxy S II smartphone is a revolutionary device that reinforces Samsung’s dedication to innovation and technological excellence,” said Ashraf Fawakherji, General Manager of Samsung Gulf Electronics Telecommunication Group. “Combined with sleek design, powerful performance and advanced applications, the new device provides immersive, intelligent and integrated experiences that enrich people’s lives. The launch of this new super phone aims to grow Samsung’s leadership position within the smartphone category.” 

Powerful Performance

Incorporating a dual-core application processor and advanced wireless network (HSPA+ 21) connectivity, the Samsung GALAXY S II has the power and speed to provide an unrivalled mobile performance. The processor delivers fast web browsing, multi-tasking comparable to a PC-like environment, supreme graphics quality and a receptive 3D user interface. It also offers rapid mobile download speeds while the BlueTooth 3.0+HS feature considerably reduces data transfer times. The WiFi Direct allows consumers to connect to wireless-enabled PCs and printers without the need for wireless access points. 

The Samsung GALAXY S II has been equipped with an 8MP, camera and camcorder with 1080p full HD recording and playback. With Samsung’s patented AllShare technology, customers can capture, and share their experiences online. According to market requirement, the GALAXY S II is also able to incorporate Near Field Communication (NFC) technology to support emerging mobile payment and other services with mobile operators. 

A New Level of Viewing Experience

The Samsung GALAXY S II is equipped with Samsung’s new crystal-clear Super AMOLED Plus screen, the most advanced mobile visual display ever created. The Super AMOLED Plus introduces the best in quality, color gamut, contrast ratio and edge sharpness. Using RealStripe screen technology and increased sub-pixel count, Super AMOLED Plus complements the mechanics of the human eye to recognize images that look clearer and more detailed than ever before. In addition, the new display is more energy-efficient than other comparably sized devices. 

Samsung GALAXY S II Goes to Work

Samsung has introduced a range of enterprise mobility solutions, expanding the business capabilities of the Samsung GALAXY S. It gives customers an opportunity to have a flexible and connected mobile workforce. Samsung has collaborated with industry leaders to offer the most relevant enterprise solutions to the Samsung GALAXY S II that pays special attention to data and network security. 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 and Smart Interaction

Samsung has selected the Samsung GALAXY S II as its premium mobile product with which to launch Samsung Hubs – integrated mobile applications are designed to fit every element of your life. These include the Social Hub Premium; the Readers Hub; the Game Hub and the Music Hub. The Samsung Hubs deliver a rich and wide variety of information, entertainment, access to social networks, games and more. 

Efficient Device Management

Samsung has also introduced Kies Air; an application that allows consumers to manage their smartphone content 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. 

The event also witnessed the launch of the new generation of Samsung Galaxy Tabs, the Galaxy Tab 10.1 and 8.9, that are the thinnest tablets available in the market today. Featuring Samsung’s TouchWiz user interface implemented on the Android 3.1 (Honeycomb) platform, both Galaxy Tab 10.1 and 8.9 offer superior multi-tasking, navigation and user interaction. 

The new GALAXY Tabs support HSPA+ network speeds of up to 21Mbps, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n connectivity to deliver rapid mobile download speeds and reduce data transfer times. In addition, the GALAXY Tabs include a 1GHz dual core application processor for a powerful multimedia and web browsing experience.