Samsung Galaxy S2

see deals

Successor to the best selling Galaxy S, the S2 is ultra light. With a dual core processor, superb screen, and thin casing, this device certainly has that 'wow' factor.

THE GOOD

Vivid 4.3 inch display, super slim & light, smooth video and gaming, good camera, decent battery

THE BAD

Software keyboard has some quirks, build quality not up to the highest standard

9.3out of 10 read review

User Reviews (27)

8 read reviews
Talk Time9 hours
Standby Time24.0 days
Network (Band)Quad 850/900/1800/1900
Operating SystemAndroid 2.3
Software Memory1 GB
Display Resolution480 x 800 pixels
Display Size4.30 inches
Display Colours
Dimensions125.3 x 66.1 x 8.5 mm
Weight116g
GPSYes
Camera Resolution8 megapixels
Video CameraYes
Camera FlashYes
Camera FeaturesAuto Focus
Data
Browser
BluetoothNo
TV OutNo
TouchscreenYes
Memory CardmicroSD
Internal Memory32 GB
MMSYes
E-mail
Java
Wi-FiYes
9.3out of 10

The Ultimate Smartphone

The Samsung Galaxy S2 in all its glorious colour

A fantastic smartphone that is super fast and super bright

What We Like

If you want a luxury smartphone that has it all, then look no further than Samsung’s Galaxy S2, because it would appear that this phone has it all including a 4.3 inch display, an 8 megapixel camera and a 1.2GHz processor that powers Android 2.3 Gingerbread.

The Galaxy S2 is a big phone, but we were delighted with how light it actually is, and how easy it is to hold. It fit snugly into our hands, and although it weighs a mere 115g, it is very well made and feels solid.

The resolution is 480 x 800 pixels, which isn’t as great as the iPhone 4, but the screen is very clear without any fuzziness or blur. This is due to the Super AMOLED Plus display technology, which is very impressive and ensures that colours are bright and vivid, which means that even in sunlight we were able to see the screen.

We were absolutely thrilled with the dual core 1.2GHz processor; it makes everything you do with the S2 super quick, even when we were downloading new software, texting, had Flash video playing in the browser, and running a few apps in the background.

All that speed makes browsing a joy, but that is compounded by the large screen and the smooth touch interface.

Samsung have included some apps, which we actually found to be good. We particularly found the Task Manager useful because it monitors and closes down any apps that you have running in the background that are unnecessary to that moment, which is a great way of preserving battery life.

Also included are Samsung Hubs, which are preloaded apps designed to be useful when it comes to dealing with your music, gaming, eBooks and social networking experiences. We were particularly thrilled with the eBook app; you can download books, digital newspapers and magazines and there is quite a variety, although not as much as from the Kindle app from the Android store.

We were more than happy with the camera, the images are really good quality and there is a multitude of scene modes and different options for you to play round with. The camcorder shoots 1080p video and plays back smoothly and crisply.

What We Don't Like

There isn’t really anything bad to say about the Galaxy S2, apart from perhaps being really picky about the fact that it isn’t pure Android: Samsung has put its own mark on Google’s operating system with a new version of its TouchWiz 4.0 skin.

Conclusion

The Galaxy S2 appears to be an almost perfect phone; it is amazingly fast, has a fabulous display, a great camera and an excellent operating system, and if that isn’t enough it looks good too. The downside is that it doesn’t come cheap, but if you are in the market for this calibre of phone, then we think that the S2 is a serious contender.

Preloader

Do you own this phone? REVIEW IT:

Max 400 words
* email will not be displayed or used for spam
cancel

Avg. Rating

8

I don't own this phone yet, but I've played with it.. I think Samsung hit it out of the park with this. Super screen and super hardware - dual core, great camera, great performance. Argh I want one.. hm a tablet or an S2.. decisions decisions.... :P

9.5out of 10

One of the many things that make the Samsung Galaxy S2 a major hit in the cell phone industry is the fact that it is the very first Samsung phone with a dual core processor. With more and more mobile phone applications and uses, this kind of innovation is something that most users would want to have. More than this, the 4.3 Super AMOLED touchscreen and the 8 megapixel camera are more than inviting. Add the fact that it operates using the Android version 2.3 (Gingerbread) and 1080p Full HD video recording, then there is really no way to say no to this phone.

9out of 10

Of all the phones that I have used, I have been very impressed with Samsung Galaxy S2. In fact, I was blown by its features and I think no other phones will be able to match what the Galaxy S2 could give.

8.5out of 10

Got this phone two weeks ago and I have never been more impressed. This is the total package! It definitely fits what I want and need to have in my smartphone. Make sure to get this phone now. You will really not regret it.

9out of 10

This phone is currently the hottest phone! Everyone seems to want to buy this and I don't blame them. It's fast and efficient, it's got everything I need. From applications to browsing to multimedia and camera... that's what a Smartphone is about! I got this through Three Network deals and it's great, easy to pay, no worries!

9out of 10

i've been thinking about getting this phone because it has a lot of online deals. then i finally decided to buy it last week and honestly this is the best phone i've had. very easy to use, lots and lots of features and i find it more useful than my last iphone! it is very fast too. buy it guys, the deals are not bad too.

8.5out of 10

this phone is superb! dual-core cpu makes it very fast!! hell yeah!! i got this here in finland around 580 euros! but its worth the price!!! this is the best mobile phone on earth!!

10out of 10

This is a very slim yet powerful phone. I have this since its release and because I'm a big Samsung Galaxy fan. I love their phones, they create actual useful phones and not cost too much unlike the iPhone. This phone has the brawns and brains. Powerful CPU a Dualcore 1.2 GHz and has an 8 megapixel camera. Performance is superb and battery is alright. I bought a new and more powerful battery from e-bay and it lasts 2x the original battery. This is totally worth it. I fully recommend it!

10out of 10

This is currently the best phone ever to be made by Samsung. It's the best phone I've ever had too! This phone has all the things a Smartphone should have! It's very speedy and has no lags at all. User interface is really good looking and very efficient. I love the social network integration on this phone. The build quality is very nice, feels good to hold. Camera is awesome, no lags if you're moving it around taking pictures. It's easily the best phone you can ever have! Buy it!

10out of 10

amazing phone. so fast and efficient. all things i want in a smartphone is in this. totally worht it.

9out of 10

People who complain about the battery: turn OFF 3g and GPRS! Turn it on only when you need it. That will help you conserve battery life. Mine can last 40 hours of use!! Great phone guys only if you know how to use it!

10out of 10

i got this phone 2 months ago. so far so good. fast, smooth and nice camera. it's just that the dead pixel is annoying me. aside from that, this is a pretty good phone.

8.5out of 10

i pre-ordered this phone and been using it ever since its release. currently the best phone in the market. it has excellent performance and speedy internet connection. it has a very nice camera that can take pictures like a pro. the size and build quality is magnificent, samsung really put emphasis on its design as i really love it. android os is amazing, very easy to use and very efficient especially if you're into facebook, twitter or any other social networking.

9out of 10

samsung galaxy s2 is awesome! installed a lot of games and it's still functioninng good! no lags on mine!

9out of 10

i am a proud owner of this perfect phone. it has all the gimicks inside this slim smartphone! it has the best operating system and all other features like a high 8 megapixel camera that can capture excellent quality pictures with sharp details. it has a dual core processor that can make the user interface, graphics and all processes fast and smooth. battery could be better but that's what you get for having a high end smartphone. if you're a collector, a smartphone addict or just want a great performance smartphone, then the galaxy s2 is the smartphone for you!

10out of 10

this is the best phone..! compared to the iphone.,., this phone is so much better!

9out of 10

this baby is the best!! screw iphone!!!

9out of 10

this is a monster phone in terms of specs! super high quality screen and very fast performance! operating system is the leading platform in mobile industry! i just cant get enough of it!! i love playing with it!!

10out of 10

I find this phone a bit troublesome. Many people say it is cool and all, but when I tried it I was not really amazed. Maybe because I was expecting too much. Anyway, it has some nice features like the camera and the android. But beyond that, it does not relaly enthrall me that much.

8out of 10

This phone is totally superb. It does not lag and I could play all the games I love. Definitely something that I have been looking for a long time.

9out of 10

As a 50 something, I thguoht it was time I joined the smart phone revolution and after looking at many brands and models, I settled on the Samsung Galaxy Ace. Why this one (1)size still small enough to fit confortably in my trouser pockets, yet with a good size screen, (2) weight/build some of the others just felt so flimsy, (3)I have a hearing loss and many phones didn't have a high enough volume for me, I can hear on the Ace perfectly even in a noisy environment, (4)touch screen is very reactive and easy to use, (5) loads of apps, though I had to ask friends for recommendations as I was in sensory overload with the quantity available. I really love Google Street View, it will be brilliant when I next go on holiday, finding my way round new places. Also like Kindle app and screen is not too small for reading, (6) Texting is so simple and I am getting used to swype, (7) camera and video are very good, (8) have loaded some music from my I-Tunes folder, though the album covers disappeared; sound qaulity is very good. Negative points battery runs out quickly if using the internet and some apps; phone has turned itself of a couple of times for no apparent reason. Would recommend this phone and already having a look at it's big brother the samsung Galaxy S for when my contract runs out.

0out of 10

As a 50 something, I thguoht it was time I joined the smart phone revolution and after looking at many brands and models, I settled on the Samsung Galaxy Ace. Why this one (1)size still small enough to fit confortably in my trouser pockets, yet with a good size screen, (2) weight/build some of the others just felt so flimsy, (3)I have a hearing loss and many phones didn't have a high enough volume for me, I can hear on the Ace perfectly even in a noisy environment, (4)touch screen is very reactive and easy to use, (5) loads of apps, though I had to ask friends for recommendations as I was in sensory overload with the quantity available. I really love Google Street View, it will be brilliant when I next go on holiday, finding my way round new places. Also like Kindle app and screen is not too small for reading, (6) Texting is so simple and I am getting used to swype, (7) camera and video are very good, (8) have loaded some music from my I-Tunes folder, though the album covers disappeared; sound qaulity is very good. Negative points battery runs out quickly if using the internet and some apps; phone has turned itself of a couple of times for no apparent reason. Would recommend this phone and already having a look at it's big brother the samsung Galaxy S for when my contract runs out.

0out of 10

As a 50 something, I thguoht it was time I joined the smart phone revolution and after looking at many brands and models, I settled on the Samsung Galaxy Ace. Why this one (1)size still small enough to fit confortably in my trouser pockets, yet with a good size screen, (2) weight/build some of the others just felt so flimsy, (3)I have a hearing loss and many phones didn't have a high enough volume for me, I can hear on the Ace perfectly even in a noisy environment, (4)touch screen is very reactive and easy to use, (5) loads of apps, though I had to ask friends for recommendations as I was in sensory overload with the quantity available. I really love Google Street View, it will be brilliant when I next go on holiday, finding my way round new places. Also like Kindle app and screen is not too small for reading, (6) Texting is so simple and I am getting used to swype, (7) camera and video are very good, (8) have loaded some music from my I-Tunes folder, though the album covers disappeared; sound qaulity is very good. Negative points battery runs out quickly if using the internet and some apps; phone has turned itself of a couple of times for no apparent reason. Would recommend this phone and already having a look at it's big brother the samsung Galaxy S for when my contract runs out.

0out of 10

fast and very sleek. i so much prefer this phone over the iphone!

8out of 10

Very good phone. I would definitely recommend this to everyone.!!!

8out of 10

The iphone is better, i should say. But I like it more because the design is much better. Well, there is not a lot of difference when it comes to features.

8out of 10

I would say it is a little bit hyped but it really has a great screen and it is really fast. These are just two of the things I like about phones and this phone delivers them. I would have wanted it to have more features.

8out of 10

Best Samsung Galaxy S2 Deals

Sorted by:
PHONE TARIFF MINS TEXTS OFFERS PHONE
COST
MONTHLY
COST
 
Samsung Galaxy S2
SamsungGalaxy S2
O2 24 MONTHS
100 MB
INTERNET
100 MINUTES
UNLIMITED TEXTS
7MONTHS HALF OFF
FREE £15.80 £18.50 before discount Buy Mobile Phones
Samsung Galaxy S2
SamsungGalaxy S2
O2 24 MONTHS
1 GB
INTERNET
UNLIMITED MINUTES
UNLIMITED TEXTS
9MONTHS FREE
FREE £22.50 £36.00 before discount Buy Mobile Phones
Samsung Galaxy S2
SamsungGalaxy S2
Vodafone 24 MONTHS
250 MB
INTERNET
300 MINUTES
UNLIMITED TEXTS
£60CASHBACK
FREE £18.00 £20.50 before discount Phones4U
Samsung Galaxy S2
SamsungGalaxy S2
Orange 24 MONTHS
500 MB
INTERNET
100 MINUTES
UNLIMITED TEXTS
£60CASHBACK
FREE £18.00 £20.50 before discount Phones4U
Samsung Galaxy S2
SamsungGalaxy S2
Three 24 MONTHS
UNLIMITED
INTERNET
300 MINUTES
5000 TEXTS
Default
FREE £25.00 Buy Mobile Phones
Samsung Galaxy S2
SamsungGalaxy S2
O224 MONTHS
300 MINUTES
UNLIMITED TEXTS
12MONTHS HALF OFF
FREE £19.50 £26.00 before discount Affordable Mobiles
Samsung Galaxy S2
SamsungGalaxy S2
O2 24 MONTHS
500 MB
INTERNET
100 MINUTES
UNLIMITED TEXTS
5MONTHS FREE
FREE £17.02 £21.50 before discount Buy Mobile Phones
Samsung Galaxy S2
SamsungGalaxy S2
O2 24 MONTHS
500 MB
INTERNET
200 MINUTES
UNLIMITED TEXTS
3MONTHS FREE
FREE £18.81 £21.50 before discount Dial-a-Phone
Samsung Galaxy S2
SamsungGalaxy S2
T-Mobile 24 MONTHS
750 MB
INTERNET
100 MINUTES
UNLIMITED TEXTS
£20AUTO CASHBACK
FREE £20.17 £21.00 before discount Buy Mobile Phones
Samsung Galaxy S2
SamsungGalaxy S2
T-Mobile 24 MONTHS
750 MB
INTERNET
300 MINUTES
UNLIMITED TEXTS
4MONTHS FREE
FREE £21.67 £26.00 before discount Mobiles.co.uk
Preloader
results per page: