One of the most anticipated smartphones of 2011 had its Canadian launch last night. Samsung Canada last night hosted the launch party for the Samsung Galaxy S II. As I first indicated last night, the July 21th launch date with Bell (and Virgin Mobile Canada) is now confirmed. Look for the three-year price to be CA$169.95 and no-contract pricing to […]
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Bell launch of Samsung Galaxy S II set for July 21st
At tonight’s launch party for the Samsung Galaxy S II, Paul Brannen, Vice President of Samsung Canada’s Mobile Communications Division, (accidentally?) confirmed during a quick speech that the Samsung Galaxy S II will launch on July 21th with Bell (and Virgin Mobile Canada and SaskTel). The news confirms earlier rumours. Pricing was still not disclosed but SaskTel has indicated that […]
Bell to launch Samsung Galaxy S II on July 21st?
A leaked Bell internal document indicates that the carrier is set to launch the Samsung Galaxy S II on July 21st. Bell Mobility, Virgin Mobile Canada and SaskTel have all confirmed that they will offer the Samsung Galaxy S II but none have provided dates so far. Only SaskTel has revealed some pricing details, indicating that it will offer it […]
Windows Phone version of Samsung Galaxy S II coming?
A Bluetooth SIG posting has revealed that Samsung has a new Windows Phone device set to succeed the Samsung Focus. Nothing earth shattering here but the filing contains two pieces of information that suggest that Samsung may be looking to release a device similar to the Samsung Galaxy S II but running Windows Phone. First is the model number: SGH-i937. […]
Samsung sells 3 million Galaxy S II smartphones in 55 days
Samsung announced yesterday that it has sold 3 million Samsung Galaxy S II (model GT-I9100) smartphones in the 55 days since its April launch. This translates to a Galaxy S II selling every 1.5 second. “Announced at Mobile World Congress 2011, the GALAXY S II represents our most advanced smartphone to date and demonstrates Samsung’s commitment to deliver premium, market-defining […]
SaskTel and Virgin Mobile Canada to offer Samsung GALAXY S II
SaskTel first announced that it would offer the Samsung Galaxy S II via Twitter almost two weeks ago. It reconfirmed its plans today with a press release, indicating that it “will be available from SaskTel in the coming weeks.” “SaskTel is committed to providing our customers with access to the best devices,” said Ron Styles, SaskTel President and CEO. “We […]
Samsung GALAXY S II 4G coming soon to Bell Mobility
Samsung Canada today announced that the ultra-thin Samsung GALAXY S II 4G (none other than a slightly rebranded Samsung Galaxy S II) is headed to Bell Mobility. Packing a 1.2GHz dual-core processor and a large 4.3-inch Super AMOLED Plus display, it is capable of download speeds up to 21Mbps on Bell’s ‘4G’ network. “In 2011, we will take Samsung’s leadership […]
SaskTel to launch Samsung Galaxy S II “next month”
SaskTel today confirmed via Twitter that it will launch the Samsung Galaxy S II “in the next month.” This lines up quite well with Samsung’s own “coming soon” ETA posted on its website. There is still no information at this point in time on pricing or which other carriers will offer it. Read more about this story Source: MobileSyrup.com