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Back in May 2011, sales started samsung galaxy S2. Characteristics of its hardware and software parameters, owner reviews and other important information about this flagship smartphone will be discussed in detail later in this material.

List of accessories and components in the box

The characteristics of the S2 phone in terms of its hardware parameters at the time of its release made it possible to classify it as a flagship device. But the equipment of this gadget clearly does not correspond to this fact. The reason here, most likely, lies in the fact that Samsung, like other manufacturers, focuses on Apple products, which sets the tone in the mobile gadgets segment. Smartphones of the iPhone trademark cannot boast of excellent equipment. Here and with S2 a similar situation. Part boxed version This gadget includes:

• Smartphone.
• Battery.
• Charger.
• Manual.

There can be no talk of any memory card, OTJ interface cable, protective cover and sticker, and stereo headset. Although it will be quite difficult for the owner of this device to do without any of the previously mentioned accessories.

Appearance

The S2 has a lot in common with its predecessor, the S smartphone, but it is not an exact copy. The front side of the gadget displays a display protected by tempered glass "Gorilla Eye". Above, above the screen, there are sensor holes and a speaker. Below the display is a typical control panel. It consists of 2 touch (located at the edges of the panel) and one mechanical (it is displayed in the middle) buttons. The lock button is located on the right edge of the device, and the volume rockers are placed on the left side of the smart phone.

On the bottom side of the smartphone there is a hole for a spoken microphone and the main wired port of the device - MicroUSB. On the top side of the gadget, there is only one wired audio port. The back cover of the device is made of structured plastic. Here are the main camera with backlight, the manufacturer's logo and a loud speaker.

Processor and its computing capabilities

One of the best processors 2011 used in Samsung Galaxy S2. The characteristics of its hardware parameters allowed this chip at that time to solve problems of any level of complexity. It's about about Exynos 4210. This is a proprietary development of the South Korean giant. This CPU includes 2 cores of the Cortex-A9 architecture. Each of them could dynamically accelerate to 1.2 GHz in the most loaded mode. If there was no need for such a high level of performance, then one of the computing modules was turned off, and the second reduced its frequency to 200 MHz. Such an engineering solution made it possible to significantly save the battery charge level. Samsung Galaxy S2 DUOS boasted similar technical specifications. The characteristics of its processor are identical. But only in this case, the MSM8660 chip from Qualcomm was used. The same can be said about the other representatives of this family of smartphones: S2 Plus and S2 Mini. As a result, their performance level is comparable.

Gadget Graphics

The graphics subsystem in the Samsung Galaxy S2 is quite well implemented. The characteristics of the technical specifications of the Mali400-MP4 graphics accelerator are not impressive today, but its presence is quite enough to run most applications. The diagonal of the display, as noted earlier, is 4.3 inches. Its resolution is 480 x 800. It is also based on the SUPERAMOLED matrix. The only thing that definitely causes criticism is the presence of an air gap between the touchpad and the screen surface. This leads to distortion of the screen image when the display deviates significantly from the right angle. Almost all devices of this series have identical technical parameters. An exception in this respect is Samsung Features its display will be more modest. Its resolution is exactly the same, but the diagonal is reduced by 0.6 inches and is 3.7 inches. Therefore, it will not be so convenient to work on it.

cameras

The Samsung Galaxy S2 is equipped with two cameras for taking pictures and recording video. Their characteristics are mediocre today, but at the time the device was released, their parameters were among the best. The camera is based on an 8 megapixel sensor. Also at the software level, it implements a picture stabilization system and autofocus. As a result, the quality of photos and videos raises no objections. And the developers have not forgotten about the LED backlight, which allows you to take pictures and record videos even at night at a distance of up to 2 meters. A more modest sensor at the front camera - only 2 megapixels. But for video calls, this is quite enough. Well, you can't expect more from her.

Memory

Despite the fact that Samsung started selling its subsystems in 2011, even now, 4 years later, they are impressive. The amount of RAM is 1 GB, and this wave is enough for normal and smooth operation of the gadget. Well, the capacity of the built-in storage is 16 GB. Of these, 4 GB are occupied by pre-installed software. The rest the user can use at their discretion. This is quite enough for installing an additional application software, and for storing personal data (documents, photos, videos, music). It is also possible to install an external drive with a maximum capacity of 32 GB. The corresponding slot is hidden behind the back cover of the device. It is possible to connect using an OTJ cable (you need to buy it separately, it is not included in the device's delivery set) of a conventional flash drive.

autonomy

This smartphone comes with a very modest battery. And exactly the same battery comes with the Samsung Galaxy S2 Plus. Its characteristics are identical to the flagship solution, but only the capacity of the built-in storage is reduced by 2 times and is equal to 8 GB. The capacity of the battery is 1650 mAh. If we add to this a display diagonal of 4.3 inches and a 2-core productive processor that cannot boast of good energy efficiency, we get a very bad situation with autonomy. In the best case, in the maximum savings mode, you can stretch for 1.5 days. If you increase the load on the smartphone, then you can count on 1 day of work. Well, if you make a call, then one charge battery enough for half an hour of communication. You can solve the problem with autonomy by purchasing additional battery with increased capacity.

Communications

Flawless communication set in S2. It has everything you need to start fully using the device immediately after purchase. The list includes the following:

• Full Support mobile networks second and, of course, the third generation. In the first case, it is theoretically possible to obtain a data acquisition rate of 450 kbps. In practice, this value is much less. But in the case of working in 3G networks, the speed can theoretically reach 21 Mbps. In reality, as in the previous case, the speed will be less.
• Basic wireless interface is WiFi . Almost all its modifications are supported, except for "ac". This standard appeared much later and therefore is not implemented in this device. The maximum speed in this case can theoretically reach 150 Mbps.
• The developers have not forgotten about such an important wireless method of obtaining information as bluetooth. It is indispensable in cases where you need to send or receive a small file from a similar mobile device or connect a wireless stereo headset to a smart phone.
• For navigation, the device is equipped with a GPS sensor and the A-ZhPS system. . The complex use of these two components allows you to accurately determine the location of this gadget. Also, with their help, it is not difficult to turn this smartphone into a ZHPS navigator.
• There are only 2 wired interfaces in this device: MicroUSB (charging the battery, connecting to a PC) and an audio port for connecting headphones.

A similar communication set is implemented in other smartphones of this series, for example, in the same Samsung Galaxy S2 Plus. Their characteristics are practically identical in this regard.

Soft

The system software in this family of smartphones is the most popular platform today - Android. Moreover, version 2.3 is installed in the initial state. But the first time you connect to the Internet, the software will be updated, and the OS version will already be 4.0. over operating system Installed Shell TouchWiz 4th version. With its help, you can easily and simply reconfigure the interface of a mobile gadget strictly to your needs. The rest of the software set is standard: social services(only international ones, and their domestic counterparts will have to be additionally installed from the Play Market), mini-applications from the OS and a set of programs from the search giant and concurrently the developer of the operating system - Google.

User opinion

A very balanced solution is its characteristics unambiguously confirm this. The processor, memory subsystem, display and graphics accelerator are all perfectly matched, and there are no problems with this. Cameras also allow you to take photos and videos of acceptable quality. But what the owners of this gadget had problems with was autonomy and accessories. Its battery capacity is really modest, on a single charge, as noted earlier, you can stretch a maximum of 1.5 days. This problem can only be solved by purchasing an additional battery for extra money. Similarly, you can solve the problem of a modest configuration. If you need a stereo headset or an interface cable, then we buy it separately for an additional fee. Moreover, in this case, we choose the accessory that we need, and not the economy option from the manufacturer.

Price

One of the most expensive smartphones at the time of its release was the Samsung Galaxy S2. Specifications made it the best solution among "Android" gadgets. Accordingly, his cost was about 800-900 dollars. But now, 4 years later, its hardware and software specifications allow it to compete only with devices entry level. Accordingly, the cost of it dropped to 150-160 dollars. This price makes it one of the best deals in the entry-level device segment.

Results

Over 4 years of sales, it has smoothly dropped from the segment of premium smartphones to the niche of entry-level devices Samsung Galaxy S2. The characteristic of its hardware resources clearly indicates this. But, on the other hand, even now, most everyday tasks can be easily and simply solved on this device. Not every gadget can boast of such performance.

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Description Samsung Galaxy S II GT-I9100

The Galaxy S II (GT-I9100) is larger and thinner than its predecessor, with a larger display, more powerful hardware and enhanced functionality. The display size has been increased from 4 inches to 4.3 inches, the processor has become dual-core, the amount of RAM has doubled to 1 GB, the thickness has decreased by about 1.5 mm and is 8.5 mm. The smartphone is equipped with a display made using Super AMOLED + technology. The Galaxy S II is equipped with latest version Android 2.3 OS, supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, including Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth 3.0+HS, HSPA+ up to 21Mbps and NFC.

Main specifications

Peculiarities
Type	communicator
operating system	Android
Version	2.3
CPU	ARM Cortex A9
Frequency	1200 MHz
RAM	1024 MB
Flash memory	16384 MB
Screen
Diagonal	4.3 "
Permission	800x480
Color rendering	16 million colors
Digital camera
Camera	8 million pixels
Dimensions and weight
Width	66.1 mm
Height	125.3 mm
Depth	8.5mm
Weight	116 gr.

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Smartphone Samsung Galaxy S II: the first test in Russia

The better the start, the more difficult it is to maintain the quality bar in the future. The second generation of the hit Samsung Galaxy S II is now one of the most talked about devices, in order not to disappoint fans and not give reason for the gloating of opponents, the company had to make a lot of efforts creating a new device. In fact, the Samsung Galaxy S II is all the best in the mobile industry, collected by the Korean giant in one package. We had at our disposal the first copy imported to Russia specifically for the Samsung representative office, however, the device was a fully finalized smartphone despite the formal status of an “engineering sample”.

The Samsung Galaxy S was one of the best and most popular Android smartphones of the last year due to the optimal combination of features and price. This year it was replaced by the Galaxy S II, which is simply unmatched in terms of technical characteristics. But we are well aware that the quality of the final product is determined not only and not so much by the specifications as by the level of execution. Is the Galaxy S II good enough to rightfully take the place of "king of the hill"?

I remember, in the review of the first Galaxy S, I wrote that the phone looks cheap and frivolous. I won’t be able to make the same claims against the Galaxy S II with all my desire, because over the past year the Galaxy has matured and matured. The shiny edging of the case, covered with Chinese silver, disappeared, the smooth back cover, covered in green circles - Samsung's new Android flagship boasts a "radical black" body and a textured back cover. True, according to the sensations, Galaxy S II still falls short of HTC devices: the absence of metal affects. In addition, for my taste, the phone still seems too light for its size.

The screen diagonal in the Galaxy S II has increased to 4.3 inches, due to this, the dimensions have grown compared to its predecessor. In the hand, the device feels like a rather rather big spatula, and even in the pocket of tight jeans it can be a little cramped, so before buying I recommend twisting it live - in case it doesn’t suit you exactly in terms of overall dimensions. The resistance of case materials to external influences has improved significantly compared to the first Galaxy S: the entire front panel is covered with ultra-strong Corning Gorilla Glass, which in principle is not scratched, and the pimpled surface of the battery cover well masks all damage and makes them invisible.

Personally, I can't make any claims about the build quality. The case cover, despite the minimum thickness, sits in its place like a glove, does not move when squeezed and does not make any sounds. But the mutual arrangement of the slots for the SIM card and the memory card is inexplicable: to replace the SIM, it is enough to remove the case cover, but to remove the memory card, you need to remove the battery. Usually it's the other way around.

Display

Samsung Galaxy S II is equipped with a 4.3-inch Super AMOLED + display with WVGA resolution (480x800 pixels). Unlike Super AMOLED without a plus, there are three fair sub-pixels per pixel, so the actual color resolution of the screen corresponds to the declared one. As befits an AMOLED screen, the contrast and black levels are amazing. Color reproduction can hardly be called natural, rather it is screamingly saturated, but many people like just such an image. The range of brightness adjustment in the Galaxy S II compared to the Galaxy S has been significantly expanded “down”, now, with a minimum backlight level, it is comfortable to use the smartphone in dark rooms, including reading e-books. Of the minuses, I note the very strange work of automatic brightness control, which often sets the backlight to a minimum during the day on the street, and to the maximum at night in a dark room. In the end, I just turned off automatic adjustment and brought a widget to the desktop for manual brightness control.

Screen when viewed from a right angle...

...and on the side. Notice the color difference

Another disadvantage of the screen is that the color temperature varies significantly depending on the viewing angle. When viewed from a 90-degree angle, the Galaxy S II shows a nice warm picture, but when you look at the screen from the side, it takes on a pronounced blue-green tint. Color rendition also depends on the brightness level: at the minimum brightness level, it is shifted to warm tones, at the maximum - to cold. However, only the most picky users (like me) will surely notice this effect, and for the majority of buyers, the beautiful “acidic” colors and excellent contrast will outweigh all the shortcomings of the display. (By the way, anticipating possible questions, I hasten to inform you that I could not detect any yellow spots or stripes either with the naked eye or with instrumental methods.)

Sound

For me personally, one of the main purposes of a smartphone is to play music, so I always pay great attention to sound quality. And oddly enough, the headphone output in the Samsung Galaxy S II suffered compared to the first Galaxy S. First of all, this concerns the headroom. The fact is that for morning runs I use rather “tight” Philips SHE9500 earplugs, and the Galaxy S in them provided a much higher maximum volume level than the Galaxy S II. Otherwise, I can describe the sound quality as very good: Galaxy S II produces a dense, rich and tasty sound. Detailing is very good: unlike the cheaper models of the Galaxy line, complex instrumental compositions (for example, symphonic music) performed by the Galaxy S II do not turn into a slurred mess. In general, as a phone for a music lover, I would characterize it at 7.5 points out of 10 possible. The sound quality in the conversational dynamics is also very good - the interlocutor's voice sounds lively, with rich overtones. But the speaker through which the call melody is played is very small and rather quiet. When the phone is in the pocket of tight jeans, it is quite difficult to hear the call, only the vibrating alert saves.

Software and interface

Samsung smartphone users are familiar with the TouchWiz shell. The Galaxy S II uses a new version this shell numbered 4.0, in the work on which Samsung designers were clearly inspired by the example of HTC Sense. To see this, just look at the default desktop wallpaper, the interface for removing / adding additional desktops, and the design of the clock and calendar widget. In my opinion, such borrowings only benefited the smartphone: its interface has become noticeably more beautiful and more convenient. However, Samsung also has its own finds, for example, music player, which is much more convenient than the player in all other Android devices (including HTC).

Of the little things worthy of note, I will note a very tight integration with social networks (up to the fact that the birthdays of your Facebook contacts are automatically included in the calendar), the most convenient phone book, built-in file manager(at this point, I traditionally want to say hello to HTC, which has stubbornly refused to pre-install file managers on its phones for three years now) and comes with the Galaxy S II full version office suite Polaris Office.

Performance, autonomy, heating

Samsung Galaxy S II is equipped with a dual-core Samsung Exynos 4210 processor with a clock speed of 1.2 GHz. This is the fastest mobile processor today, thanks to it, the phone shows results in the range of 3400-3800 points in the popular Quadrant Standard benchmark and simply tears to shreds smartphones based on NVIDIA and Qualcomm dual-core processors. The performance of the Exynos-integrated Mali 400MP graphics core also commands respect.

Unfortunately, high performance is inseparable from other, less pleasant things, in particular, high heat dissipation. Galaxy S II heats up, and heats up very noticeably. Under load (for example, in games), the plastic case of the smartphone becomes warm, and the metal frame around the camera module becomes so hot that it is simply unpleasant to touch it. For a month of using the device, I got used to heating and put up with it, but, of course, this is a serious drawback. Here comes the time battery life Oddly enough, it didn't hurt at all. With always-on push-sync email and Twitter account, occasional use of the camera and listening to music for about 3 hours a day, the Galaxy S II is able to confidently hold out for a day and a half. If you take basic battery-saving measures (such as turning off Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS when not in use), two days won't be uncommon.

Camera

If the Galaxy S had the best camera of all Android smartphones in 2010, the Galaxy S II has best camera among all the "androids" of the current season. Neither HTC Sensation nor Sony Ericsson XPERIA Arc with the vaunted Exmor R module can not oppose anything to it. Of course, the camera shoots best outdoors in sunny weather, but even indoors, the quality of photography remains at an acceptable level. In addition to photos, the phone shoots very decent FullHD-video with continuous autofocus. The advantages of the camera include not only excellent image quality, but also high speed. The camera starts up instantly, focuses quickly and saves quickly, making it ideal for capturing action-packed moments. True, all the raspberries are spoiled by the lack of a dedicated camera button.

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In the dry matter

There is no doubt that the Galaxy S II is the "best" Android smartphone to date. He has the most fast processor, the most colorful screen and the highest quality camera, decent battery life - in other words, we have a clear technological leader. If we compare the Galaxy S II with competitors, then an interesting picture emerges. There are only two devices of the same class on the Ukrainian market now - these are HTC Sensation and LG Optimus 2x. Sensation has a better case and screen, but worse camera and slower processor. (I don’t specifically say anything about the Sense shell, since this is a matter of taste.) If we talk about the LG smartphone, then from a technological point of view it does not have a single advantage over the Galaxy S II, but it costs much less. But we all understand that a good show is more expensive than money, right? Of course, the phone has its drawbacks, in particular, strong heating. And the Super AMOLED + display in fact turned out to be far from being as good as it is commonly believed. In addition, even in the latest firmware version at the time of writing the review (I9100XXKG1 dated July 5), minor glitches are observed (strange operation of light and proximity sensors, periodic “crashes” of the browser and camera). All in all, considering all the pros and cons, we have decided to award the Samsung Galaxy S II smartphone with our highest editorial award, Editors' Choice. 6 reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy S II:

• unrivaled performance;
• the best camera among all Android smartphones on the market;
• Full HD video recording with continuous autofocus;
• good quality headphone output;
• wear-resistant body;
• preinstalled office suite and file manager.

3 reasons not to buy Samsung Galaxy S II:

• strong heating;
• some features of the Super AMOLED + display;
• a large number of small glitches in current versions firmware.

NEW QUALITY OF VIEWING CONTENT
E-books, websites, videos and more are now available to Galaxy S II owners in a quality never before seen on a smartphone. The ultra-bright 4.27" SUPER AMOLED Plus display delivers crisp details and vivid, rich colors. Read, surf the web or enjoy your favorite video with the Samsung GALAXY S II - and don't be surprised when all eyes are on you!

Super AMOLED Plus Display
The Super AMOLED Plus display features excellent color reproduction, high text readability and low power consumption. You will be pleasantly surprised by the naturalness of color reproduction, as well as how bright and live image capable of playing the Samsung Galaxy S II smartphone. Ultra-fast response time ensures smooth graphics and text, while the 4.27-inch display brings you the ultimate wide-screen photo and video enjoyment.

Proprietary interface Samsung TouchWiz 4.0
Download apps and access your content directly with brand new GUI Touch Wiz 4.0. All widgets can be customized according to your preferences and provide fast access to all content items. With one touch, you will get access to the gallery, music, videos, social networks, e-mail, notes, games displayed on the main screen. Don't look for content, live in it!

Full featured web browser
Information is the most valuable. Smartphone GALAXY S II allows you to find information quickly and easily. A complete web browser with advanced user interface will provide access to the whole information universe. The browser is fully optimized for the Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) platform, search options are easy to customize, and the 4.3-inch SUPER AMOLED Plus display and Adobe Flash Player will allow you to enjoy all the possibilities of multimedia. Surf the web easily and in style with the Samsung GALAXY S II.

NEW QUALITY OF MULTIMEDIA ENTERTAINMENT
What used to be just a way to pass the time is now giving way to a whirlwind of exciting entertainment: with the Samsung GALAXY S II smartphone, you will see the possibilities mobile devices other eyes. Discover a world of interactive 3D games, Full HD video and great music. Delight is guaranteed!

Dual-core Samsung Exynos 1.2 GHz processor
The Samsung Exynos dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 processor clocked at 1.2 GHz is a revolutionary approach to mobile performance. It delivers lag-free multitasking, fast web page loading, instant response times, fast image editing, and great gaming and user-friendliness. With incredibly fast data processing, the smartphone can play and record Full HD (1080p) videos at 30 fps.

8 MP camera with LED flash
Appreciate the moments! The 8 MP camera with auto focus will allow you to achieve perfect picture clarity even when you are photographing moving subjects. The built-in LED flash guarantees high-quality pictures with detailed details even in low light. Thanks to the improved interface on the Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) platform, the user can instantly change scene modes, and the function fast switching on the front camera with a resolution of 2 megapixels will allow you to take a self-portrait in no time. Samsung GALAXY S II - the art of seeing the world in your own way.

Full HD (1080p) video recording and playback
Become a star! Let the built-in camera of the Samsung GALAXY S II show you to the world in all your glory. Full HD (1080p) recording makes every moment a true masterpiece. You can not only shoot action scenes in high resolution and at high speed thanks to the dual-core processor, but also instantly play back and edit footage in Full HD quality on the bright 4.27-inch SUPER AMOLED Plus display.

Music Portal (Samsung Music Hub)
Live to the music! New built-in music player Samsung is equipped with an intuitive playback system. You can play a sample, purchase a tune, or download an audio recording on the go. The music portal contains over 900,000 songs for download or purchase. This application will also allow you to get detailed information about the albums and tracks you have purchased, including artist information, lyrics and reviews, as well as get music recommendations. Finally, bass boosters and a 5.1-channel playback system make the sound rich and deep.

Game Portal (Samsung Game Hub)
Play by your own rules! The game portal (Samsung Game Hub) allows you to download high-quality games to your smartphone, and also provides access to games on social networks, as well as 3D HD games. With the help of this service, you can easily find new games in the industry or information about their launch, or just choose your favorite game and have a blast! Thanks to the position sensor, digital compass and 3-axis gyroscope, games will become especially sharp, and you will get an indescribable dynamic and spatial sensation. One wrong move and you're dead! This is real entertainment!

Books and Press Portal (Samsung Reader's Hub)
Leave heavy books at home - take only Samsung GALAXY S II. The convenient service "Books and Press" will allow you to read any book from the library of classical works or find the latest bestseller among 64,000 volumes of domestic and foreign literature. You can also subscribe to the press: 2,500 magazines in 20 languages ​​and 1,600 newspapers in 47 languages ​​are at your service. Reading will not be a strain on the eyes: clear text is perfectly visible on the display. In addition, you can enlarge a section of text, choose to view the entire page or just the text, send it by e-mail with two touches on the display, and take advantage of many other smart features. Paper is subject to time, e-books are not.

NEW COMMUNICATION OPPORTUNITIES
Technological progress expands the possibilities of communication. Samsung GALAXY S II supports the latest technologies that make life bright and make the impossible possible.

video call
Until recently it seemed like a fantasy. Now is the reality, embodied in Samsung smartphones. Thanks to 3G support, you can not only hear, but also see your interlocutor! There is no need to additionally set up your smartphone: after you have dialed the desired number, Samsung GALAXY S II will prompt you to select the type of call (voice call or video call). Before making a video call, we recommend that you make sure that the phone of the called party also supports the 3G network, and that your mobile operator provides the relevant service.

Social Portal (Samsung Social Hub)
With this service, it will be much easier for you to synchronize your contacts. You will be able to send email, SMS, instant messages and social media messages from one app. Which way is more convenient to contact the right person - the choice is yours. Communicate more, easier and faster. Communicate on your terms.

Multimessenger uTalk
uTalk is a universal application with which you can send text, photo and voice to your friends and family, wherever they are and whatever social network did not use! Using uTalk is simple and convenient, everyone can quickly understand the application and send messages to friends and family within a couple of minutes after registering in the program. The uTalk multi-messenger was created specifically for mobile platforms.

SamsungKies 2.0 and KiesAir
The new and improved Kies 2.0 app, which replaces Kies 1.5, allows you to sync your Samsung GALAXY S II with your computer via Wi-Fi to do backups organizer data, subscribe to services and stream multimedia content. Thanks to the SamsungKiesAir solution, you can connect to any computer via a web browser (even if it does not have Kies installed) and work with information and multimedia content on a large monitor.

AllShare
Let's go to the screens! From now on, it's easier than ever. The AllShare feature allows you to connect your Samsung GALAXY S II via wireless connection to your TV, laptop or audio system and play media files directly from your mobile device. The AllShare feature syncs your smartphone with compatible devices based on DLNA, allowing you to broadcast content to a large monitor in FullHD format. We erase the boundaries in the world of digital devices!

HSPA+ 21 Mbps
Smooth video streaming is even faster with super-fast HSPA+ 21Mbps wireless data transfer.

WiFi technology direct
Forget wires. Samsung GALAXY S II allows you to transfer data directly (without an Internet connection) from your smartphone to other devices via Wi-Fi. The transmission speed is Fi a/b/g/n 802.11 even without an access point.

NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR BUSINESS PEOPLE
Samsung GALAXY S II is a real office in your pocket. Samsung teamed up with leading IT experts to provide you with the latest enterprise solutions. As a result new smartphone is equipped with the most complete mobile version of Exchange ActiveSync. Samsung GALAXY S II guarantees the reliability and security of your data and is equipped with all the necessary business applications. This smartphone is ready for some serious work!

Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync
GALAXY S II provides secure access to corporate resources on the Microsoft Exchange server. Your built-in calendar, Email, contacts and task list will be updated regularly and stay up to date. Samsung GALAXY S II provides the most full support Exchange ActiveSync settings.

Polaris Mobile Office
The Polaris office application allows you to work with documents stored over the Internet directly from Samsung Galaxy SII. You no longer need a laptop to urgently edit a document. The Polaris app allows you to open office documents in various formats, add a photo or image, make corrections to text, and save changes. Stay productive - even out of the office.

Contents of delivery:

• Telephone
• Battery Li-Ion 1650 mAh
• Wired stereo headset
• USB cable
• Charger

Attention. Unlike preliminary review, here you are reading the review of the final sample, as a result, you can evaluate all aspects of the phone without any discounts. Some parts are repeated with the first material, some are greatly supplemented and expanded. Here is the final review.

Positioning

The success of the Galaxy S was unpredictable, and for such a product, it achieved phenomenal sales. The model is an undisputed bestseller, it set the bar for the Android phone market, but it also caused problems within Samsung. No one expected a resounding success, as a result, no one could predict that the demand for phones would skyrocket. The company was let down by the lack of SuperAMOLED screens, their shortage did not allow for large sales, the demand for the model is high, but it is not available in many markets in sufficient quantities. As part of the move, Samsung has launched a cheaper variant of the Galaxy S, the i9003, which uses a SuperClear TFT display. It loses SuperAMOLED in all respects, but it remains one of the best screens on the market. At the same time, the cost of i9003 with a minimum amount of memory is 100-120 euros less than the original Galaxy S, the difference in price will increase even more over time. It's not a bad deal and will exploit the popularity of the original Galaxy S.

After the announcements at CES, when NVIDIA showed the first solutions based on Tegra2, in particular, LG Optimus 2x, Motorola Atrix 4G, Motorola DROID Bionic, a logical question arose, how can Samsung respond to these devices? It seemed that dual-core processors are becoming a necessity in flagship solutions, a good marketing ploy, even if there is no practical need for them yet, since there is no corresponding software, games, and the speed increase in ordinary applications is not so great. But at CES, Samsung didn't say a single word about such plans. The reason is that the company wanted to close the gap between the announcement of the product and its appearance on the market as much as possible. So that potential buyers can get this solution at the same time as competitors.

Does Samsung count on the success of its updated flagship? Definitely yes, and there are simply no prerequisites to believe that he will not be successful. Based on the sales of the previous device, this model will make a market for itself. She has several unique features that are not yet available from competitors. The first is the technology race in the field of screens. The new term is SuperAMOLED +, an improved version of the previous display, which has not had time to become obsolete, and competitors simply do not have an analogue. Why such a technology race is needed, I don’t know, but the screen becomes a visible advantage of Samsung’s flagships. One of strengths. I like the Galaxy S for the quality of the screen, but it's not as sharp as the iPhone 4, it's not as sharp, the fonts are a bit washed out. In the new version of SuperAmoled +, the sharpness was increased, not yet the iPhone, but not the Galaxy S either.

The second feature is not yet applicable in practice in most situations, but it gives a huge reserve for the future, this is a dual-core processor. For fans of technology, such a processor has an undoubted advantage, its presence adds extra shine to the phone. But for practical people this is not the case. The presence of such a processor has no undoubted and quick benefits. Another thing is that over time, more and more programs will appear for such solutions, and then this phone will show its capabilities.

In terms of technology, the first Galaxy S set the bar very high, it was not a demonstration of technology for its own sake, but a demonstration of how to tie all the latest technologies into one compelling product. The S II went even further, this is the first phone that supports Wi-Fi Direct, does not need special software to work with any computer and synchronize data, the phone can send files via Wi-Fi, has a number of additional programs that are not familiar to other Android phones, but which will soon become standard. I can list the technologies used for quite a long time (NFC, MHL, and so on), there are an impressive number of them here. Without any discounts, Samsung created the flagship and did it without exchanging for trifles. Unfortunately, there is not a single device on the market that is similar in terms of characteristics and combined capabilities. Devices based on NVIDIA Tegra 2 came close to the Galaxy S II, but as a rule, they have a much worse camera, a larger size, and noticeably worse displays. Surprisingly, Samsung has created a flagship with an excellent price / quality ratio for its segment. A year will pass, and functionally the device will remain at the level of the best solutions, it will not be greatly eclipsed by other models, although there will be more interesting solutions from different companies. This product is positioned as a long-term flagship, that is, a model that is bought in order not to change the phone for a long time. The life span of this device for most markets and consumers will be maximum.

It is also worth noting the HTC Sensation model, which is technically very similar to the Galaxy II (dual-core processor, 1.2 GHz frequency, but the camera is worse, the built-in memory is smaller, the screen is simpler). This model wins with the presence of the Sense 3.0 shell, but at a similar cost, Samsung has a technological advantage. In any case, both models look extremely attractive, and the choice between them will be quite difficult.

The positioning of the phone as a flagship determines the portrait of its consumer, these are primarily those who buy the latest and best solutions. Of course, this device also applies to them. The second and notable category is technology enthusiasts (geeks). Those who care about how powerful their phone is. For them, this model offers a win-win option, because other phones simply have nothing comparable in terms of technology. For practical buyers, this is an interesting model, since for a long time it will be possible to be sure that it remains relevant and does not require replacement.

Design, dimensions, controls

Here I had to hear a lot of different opinions. Someone judged by the picture and said that the model looks exactly the same as the previous device, someone from the owners of the previous Galaxy complained that the device became wider, and this is not very convenient. Someone was just waiting for a different look. Samsung felt that the design of the first Galaxy S was successful, and sales confirm this. And we decided not to change anything. To some extent, this approach makes sense.

At the same time, due to the fact that the area of ​​​​the apparatus has become larger, it has been made thinner. Impressive 8.5 mm (in the press release they say even 8.49 mm, but we will not calculate with such accuracy?), make this device one of the thinnest on the market. Sony Ericsson Arc immediately comes to mind, it has a thickness of 8.7 mm, which also looks thin, due to this the device is perceived in a completely different way, it makes an impression. A forgotten trend that was in phones 4 years ago has revived again for the smartphone segment. Remember Samsung's Ultra series, and before that there was a device with a case thickness of 9 mm, and this was perceived as a breakthrough. Everything new is well forgotten old.

Comparison with Sony Ericsson Arc:

By the way, Samsung Galaxy S II somehow reminded me of Sony Ericsson Arc and in terms of proportions, it is possible that the size and screen diagonal leave an imprint, it is similar in both models. In Arc 4.2 inches, while in Samsung 4.27, the difference is not deafening. But the screen in Samsung is orders of magnitude better and more interesting. The Galaxy S II uses DNIe + technology (that's where the plus sign in the screen name comes from). This is a processor that processes any graphics, such as photos, pictures, videos, and makes it better for viewing on the phone screen. A similar technology is used in all TVs from Samsung. Curiously, something similar under the name BraviaEngine is used in Sony Ericsson Arc. These technologies are not used in the interface, that is, they are not responsible for drawing the menu.

The size of the phone is 125.3 x 66.1 x 8.5 mm (Galaxy S has 122.4x64.2x9.9 mm), weight is 116 grams. For my taste, the device is a bit too wide, to some this will seem like a disadvantage. But you adapt to it quickly, there is no discomfort. It's nice that the device is invisible in your pocket, it also looks good in a shirt.

Comparison with Samsung Galaxy S:

The answer, why the back cover is made of plastic and not metal, you find pretty quickly. With active use of the phone, when you watch videos, download large files, transfer them, it starts to get very hot. If the back cover were metal, then it would be impossible to touch the device, it would burn. The cellular structure of plastic was invented for a reason, it is a kind of passive radiator. But even with it, the phone sometimes warms up, does not burn, but you feel the heat. The warmest areas around the camera.

The lid is very thin and when you snap it on you have to run your finger around the perimeter to make sure it fits snugly. Sometimes you close the lid not completely, and this creates certain inconveniences. When dropped, the cover flies off, it is knocked out by the battery. My phone flew several times, but the cover did not receive any damage. Despite the thinness of the plastic, it is resistant to both shock and bending.

The phone has a 2 megapixel front-camera, proximity sensor, and lighting. The central key is mechanical, but the menu and back buttons are touch-sensitive. On the left side there is a paired volume control button, on the right side there is an on/off button. It was not possible to find the camera key, as before it is not there, and the camera will have to be called from the menu.

At the top end there is a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the microUSB connector has been moved down. An 8-megapixel camera lens is visible on the back surface, plus an LED flash, and a speaker is located at the bottom.

For a few weeks, my main phone was the Galaxy II, so it went through fire, water, and also copper pipes. The case does not wear out anywhere, with the exception of the rear protrusion, a slight abrasion appears here, over time it will intensify. It is visible well only in the light and at the right angle. The second point is the back cover. In my pocket, it rubbed against the lining, unevenly, separate worn areas appeared. But I’ll say again, they are visible with a very careful study of the phone, in fact it’s hard to find them. In total, everything is expected, the plastic case has both its advantages (weight, practicality) and disadvantages.

I confess honestly that I do not share the opinion of many people that the phone case must be made of metal, especially if it is a flagship model. It can be made of plastic, glass or other materials. The question is how the material behaves over time, ages or not, wipes off or not. For example, glass used in Apple iPhone 4, relatively fragile, dropping the device on the asphalt, it can be broken. Does this stop someone from buying a device? I think no. This is one of its features. The model turned out to be very small in weight, but at the same time wide, and this is captivating. Constantly using HTC Incredible S and Galaxy II, I caught myself thinking that Galaxy is more convenient for me. The reason is the weight and thickness of the case.

Display

Those who claim that SuperAMOLED Plus is just a marketing ploy should take a look at how different the picture on it is compared to regular SuperAMOLED. It is brighter, sharper with an increased screen diagonal, but the main thing is that the screen consumes less energy. An option to save energy has appeared in the settings, when power consumption is adjusted depending on the picture that is displayed in this moment(using DNIe+). This technology is also used in all Samsung TVs, a special processor analyzes the information and then improves the picture, making it more beautiful for us. The side effect is that the phone can now analyze how energy is being spent. Wallpaper selection also takes into account the fact that AMOLED screens use energy differently depending on the color. A similar technology is used by Sony Ericsson, it is called the Bravia Engine, but the gain on TFT screens is not so noticeable, rather, the technology is there only to visually improve the displayed picture.

Let's get back to screen technology. The first SuperAMOLED matrices use PenTile technology, when one dot on the screen is formed from two subpixels. Surprisingly, this caused quite a heated discussion in many forums, in which it was claimed that the effective resolution of any screen with PenTile technology is at least a third lower than stated. A rather bold and stupid statement, since the number of dots was no different from any screen, and if the manufacturer spoke about a matrix of 800x480 pixels, then there were just such a number of them on the screen. No more, no less.

Another thing is that in some aspects, fewer subpixels gave visible distortion on the screen, which, coupled with high definition, annoyed some users. For example, for the first generation SuperAMOLED, the fonts had a sharp outline with a ladder, in fact, this is the only visible difference from most screens, which results from the use of PenTile technology. Just look at the icon labels on the main screen and see this effect on the same Galaxy S. Comparison with the second Galaxy will show that there is nothing like it.

The explanation lies in the Real RGB Stripe technology, which was used in SuperAMOLED Plus matrices. Now a single point on the screen is formed not by two, but by three sub-points. The picture from Samsung Displays shows the difference, the increased number of subdots makes the picture smoother, fonts included, there are no sharply defined contours that could be annoying. I honestly admit that until I started discussing this topic, procrastinating it, I didn’t even pay attention to fonts. But then, of course, I saw this sharpness, although this had no effect on my perception of the previous Galaxy.

In the sun, the screen behaves worse than in the first Galaxy, the explanation is that the size of the matrix has increased, but the resolution has remained the same, plus the technology has changed. The picture is readable at a right angle or in a not very bright sun. But otherwise, everything is exactly the same as on other types of screens, there is no advantage that was in the first SuperAMOLED.

At the moment, SuperAMOLED Plus technology does not allow you to create screens with a dot density of more than 200 ppi, the iPhone has a matrix with more than 300 ppi. Samsung will change the manufacturing technology of matrices in order to get more than 300 ppi already in 2011.

For my taste, the picture on the SuperAMOLED Plus looks smoother, the brightness control is well chosen. But the main point is related to the fact that the user can choose the saturation of the picture (Movie, Standard, Dynamic). In fact, this is a setting that allows you to set the color temperature of the screen, change the color saturation. Someone likes bright colors - leave the standard option. Someone likes not so bright colors - choose the Movie mode.

The screen diagonal is 4.3 inches (in the previous model it was 4 inches, but the difference is huge, striking), the resolution is 800x480 pixels (displays 16 million colors). In practical terms, the display is extremely convenient, there is an automatic adjustment of the brightness of the image depending on the lighting. Protective glass tempered, covered with a special anti-reflective material. Also, the screen has an oleophobic coating, which in theory means that it does not get dirty with your hands. A similar coating is used in the Apple iPhone. Users of this device know that prints still remain, they are just slightly smaller. Exactly the same story here. There are greasy traces, but they are not so conspicuous.

Samsung devices also use VibeZ technology - when you press the keys, the body vibrates, which confirms your action.

Up to 16 lines of text and up to three service lines fit on the screen. In message reading mode, this can be up to 24 lines, depending on the selected font. For the screen in the settings, you can choose the size and font style, but they do not differ much. Another thing is that, unlike many models, the on-screen font is huge here, it is easy to read from any distance. This is a plus of the device.

Screen comparison with Galaxy S (maximum brightness, same pictures).

Screen comparison with Sony Ericsson Arc (maximum brightness, same pictures).

Battery

The phone uses lithium ion battery with a capacity of 1650 mAh. According to the manufacturer, the battery can provide up to 6.5 hours of talk time, up to 350 hours of standby time. In the conditions of Moscow networks, the device works on average for about one day. The time to fully charge the battery is about 3 hours.

Playing unconverted video is possible for about 8.5 hours. Music playback - up to 30 hours.

Perhaps checking the operating time of the device was the most difficult and voluminous test for me. The number of settings related to energy consumption is huge, and you can customize the phone for yourself, and besides, save time. For each person, this device will be able to show its results, it is very individual and depends on hundreds of settings (screen brightness, number of programs in memory, and so on). Therefore, I decided to conduct comparative tests with the first Galaxy. SIM cards of the same operator were installed on two phones, PUSH mail was configured, the same applications, programs, and so on were also used. In fact, I even tried to call from the same places and talk for the same amount of time. The result turned out to be rather unusual - the Galaxy II's operating time increased from 1.5 to 2 times. In my case, the first Galaxy, starting to work at 9 in the morning, was already completely discharged by lunch (yes, I'm not a very ordinary user, for many it works longer), but the Galaxy II worked for a long time.

I will briefly talk about the settings that are present in the phone and can do a good job in saving energy. First, you should go to the Wi-Fi section and in the advanced settings set up a connection only when the screen is active. This will save some energy, especially if you don't use any IM and want to see information the moment you pick up your phone. Secondly, it is worth considering whether you need PUSH in the mail, if you receive a dozen letters per hour, this function greatly affects the time of work. You can set the interval to 15, 30 minutes or even an hour. This gives a noticeable increase in operating time.

In the screen settings, I recommend setting automatic brightness control, but also adding an analysis of the picture on the screen (a separate item, not available for all competing products). This item allows the phone to choose the brightness depending on the applications used, everything works quite well. Regardless of whether this item is selected or not, the phone has a temperature sensor. If you are in the sun and at the same time playing some kind of toy, downloading a large file at the same time, the screen brightness will automatically decrease so that the device does not overheat. So far, I have not come across such functionality.

The Power Save Mode section allows you to set an assistant that will turn on the power saving mode when the battery is discharged to a certain level. At the same time, you can specify how the phone will save energy. Enough good setting, as the flexibility allows you to set your priorities. When the battery reaches 15 percent, the camera stops working. The phone is designed to ensure that you can call until the last moment. It's nice that at 15 percent the device lasts 1.5-2 hours, you can talk up to 15-20 minutes.

Surprisingly, the fact is that the Galaxy SII lasts longer than the first Galaxy. And this affects not a slightly larger battery, but the technological platform itself, the Exynos processor turned out to be very economical. In terms of technology, this is an extremely sophisticated phone, in which many settings have been applied, with the help of which real energy savings are possible without compromising the user characteristics of the device. I'll hint that by studying the phone in detail and its capabilities, you can save up to 50 percent of the time, which is just great. Other devices do not provide such opportunities in setting even close. And if you also have straight hands, you know how to delve into the insides of the apparatus, then even more. In a word, among the flagships of the latest generation, it is the Samsung Galaxy SII that has one of the longest-lasting batteries.

Below are screenshots from Android's built-in utility that shows uptime and power consumption.

USB, Bluetooth, NFC, connectivity

Bluetooth. Bluetooth version 3.0, also called High Speed. When transferring files to other devices that support this technology, Wi-Fi 802.11 n is used, and the theoretical transfer speed is about 24 Mbps. Checking the transfer of 1 GB of a file showed a maximum speed of about 12 Mbps within three meters between devices.

The model supports various profiles, in particular, Headset, Handsfree, Serial Port, Dial Up Networking, File Transfer, Object Push, Basic Printing, SIM Access, A2DP. Working with headsets does not raise any questions, everything is ordinary.

USB connection. In the menu, you can select one of three possible modes of operation: Media Player, Mass Storage, Samsung Kies. It is easy to use the device as a modem by turning on Wi-Fi Hotspot or activating a similar function for USB.

In USB Mass Storage mode, the device is perfectly picked up without additional drivers, you can copy the necessary data. USB version - 2, data transfer rate - about 25 Mb / s.

When connected to a PC, simultaneous operation of USB and Bluetooth is unacceptable, the device requires you to turn off Bluetooth regardless of the current state (whether there is a connection and transmission or not), this is extremely inconvenient. When connected via USB, the device is charged.

The USB on the Go function is supported, which means that using a special adapter, you can connect any flash drives or external hard drives to the microUSB connector, in this case, you will be able to view files in the file manager, copy them, and so on.

The microUSB connector also supports the MHL standard, which means that using a special cable (available from electronics stores) you can connect your phone to a TV (to the HDMI output). In fact, the standard describes the ability to connect via microUSB to HDMI. This solution looks more preferable than a separate miniHDMI-connector on the case.

For GSM networks, EDGE class 12 is provided.

WiFi. 802.11 a/b/g/n is supported, the wizard is similar to that of Bluetooth. You can remember the selected networks, automatically connect to them. It is possible to set up a connection to the router with one touch, for this you need to press a key on the router, and also activate a similar button in the device's menu (WPA SecureEasySetup).

WiFi Direct. A new protocol that aims to replace or compete with Bluetooth version 3 (it also uses Wi-Fi version n to transfer large files). On the menu WiFi settings select the Wi-Fi Direct section, the phone starts looking for devices around. Choose desired device, activate the connection on it, and voila. Now in the file manager you can view files on another device, as well as transfer them. Another option is to simply find the devices connected to your router and transfer the necessary files to them, this can be done from the gallery or other sections of the phone. The main thing is that the device supports Wi-Fi Direct.

NFC (Near Field Communication). The phone has built-in NFC technology, with its help in some countries they create payment systems when you can pay for the purchase with your phone in a parking lot or at a kiosk. Similar systems will evolve, and Samsung has built these features into the device to be the most advanced. For some countries, this option will not be available in the menu (Russia is one of them, at the same time NFC is physically present).

Kies via WiFi. Motorola was the first company to offer a phone without the need to download any software to the computer. Have you connected to a PC with using Wi-Fi, in the browser could view individual sections of the phone. Samsung went a little further and gave access to all sections of the phone. Enter in the browser the address that the phone provides you, and you can work with all your data, download them to your PC. Convenient and simple. None special programs, you can write SMS from your computer, read them and so on.

Traffic control

Individual functions can be controlled using movements. In most cases, these movements are contrived. For example, in the gallery, you can touch the picture with two fingers and, by tilting the device, zoom in or out on the image. It is not always possible to adjust the speed of changing the picture, it is easier to zoom it with your hands. The only convenient feature was unlocking, touch the screen and shake the phone, the lock is removed. There are good tutorials in the menu showing how to work with movements, but to save energy it is better to turn them off.

Memory, memory cards

The phone has 16 GB of internal memory (a version with 32 GB is planned), initially about 14 GB is available to the user. The memory card is visible separately, it is possible to display all folders (both from the memory card and internal). There is a file manager that allows you to copy files both from the card and to it. Memory cards are not hot swappable. We checked the work microSD cards up to 32 GB, everything works.

Volume random access memory is 1 GB, after downloading about 800 MB is free. This is enough for all applications, the phone is one of the best on the market in terms of RAM.

Performance

This is the first dual-core phone from Samsung, and the Orion processor is used inside, which was recently renamed Exynos 4210. Compared to the prototypes, the processor has been changed - it is also dual-core, but the maximum frequency is 1.2 GHz.

Is this solution comparable to NVIDIA Tegra2, which I was able to test in Motorola ATRIX 4G, as well as LG Optimus 2x. Both devices were my main phones for several weeks. I can evaluate the performance only from the user's point of view, since there are simply no programs that use all the possibilities of such an architecture today. Samsung's solution is no less fast than Motorola's or LG's phones. They are perceived on the same level. My impression is extremely positive, this is one of the most fast phones On the market. In a number of situations, the Samsung phone even looks faster, it seems that a lot of work has been done on its optimization.

So, here are the results in the Quadrant synthetic test, the usual Galaxy firmware SII shows about 3000 points, while competitors are lagging behind by a significant margin. I want to emphasize that these measurements are speculative, they do not affect the actual performance of the device, which depends not only on the processor, but also on the memory, as well as on how the programs are optimized and how stable they are in operation.

In Smartbench2011 (optimized for dual-core processors) the results are just as impressive. At the time of testing, this is the only product that showed the maximum result, as you can see for yourself in the screenshot. Below are the results of the overclocked LG Optimus 2x, but this is not a very fair comparison, since you can increase the frequency on Oxynos to much higher rates (1.8 GHz, to be exact). In the absence of commercial samples of the HTC Sensation, comparing the performance of the two devices is not fair, while the Sensation loses in performance in tests. In the Sensation review, we will compare processors and system performance with the Galaxy SII.

Camera

The model received a new 8-megapixel camera module from Samsung, which is one of the best on the market. However, let's compare it with that of the Sony Ericsson Arc.

Sony has created an EXMOR matrix, which is used in the company's flagship - Sony Ericsson Arc. Countless advertising, marketing materials show the superiority of this matrix in low light conditions, and marketing has hammered into people's heads that this perfect solution. Or close to it. Unfortunately, Sony is not the leader in photo solutions for phones; moreover, the company's products are secondary to what Samsung does. This can be seen in simple examples of comparative images.

So, we look at the photo of chrysanthemums without any lighting. The pictures look the same. Here and below, images from the Galaxy SII are located on the left.

Let's take the pencils on the table by the window. Side light, lighting is clearly not enough. Both cameras coped with the work in about the same way, I would not single out the leader.

The laughing Buddha in my office turned out great on the Galaxy, but for some reason Arc raised the ISO to 400 (250 on the Galaxy), and at the same time darkened the picture. It also wasn't very sharp.

The situation with the flash is even worse for Arc, the device just shoots as it should. See for yourself. I tried to take pictures several times, but all the time I got this result.

But in this picture (a rare case!) You can even say that Arc shot a little better. Little bit.

In daylight, bright lighting, the cameras have parity, although not all scenes of the Arc work well. But let me remind you that these are almost ideal conditions, and all cameras work well in them.

Well, a couple more pictures:

I hope this little comparison has shown that Sony's EXMOR is pure marketing, nothing more. An ordinary, untitled camera from Samsung puts EXMOR on both blades and gives out best quality pictures in all conditions. I think that this is enough to stop once and for all the discussion of Sony Ericsson's marketing bullshit about the excellent quality of the cameras (and yes, the iPhone will use a solution from Sony, which will not be available in SE phones due to the high cost).

There is a small but major change to the camera interface in the Galaxy SII. Now the interface can be both horizontal and vertical, it all depends on how you hold the device.

All settings are shown on a translucent background, which is also pleasing. I will briefly list the main settings.

Zoom digital, 4x, you just need to swipe the screen with two fingers to activate it. Very convenient implementation (pinch to zoom). You can judge the quality of the zoom from the following photos, it is not impressive.

Flash mode - automatic, always on, off.

Shooting mode - Single shot (default), Beauty (filter that hides skin imperfections), Smile Shot (search for and response to a smile), Panorama, Action Shot (pictures of moving people or objects), Cartoon (filter that turns the picture into something like a sketch).

Scene Mode - Portrait, Landscape, Night, Sports, Party/Indoor, Beach/Snow, Sunset, Dawn, Fall color, Firework, Text, Candelight, Backlight.

Shutter speed is adjustable from -2 to +2.

Focusing - autofocus, face, macro.

Timer for 2, 5 and 10 seconds.

Effects - negative, black and white, sepia.

Resolution - 8M (3264x2448), 6.5W (3264x1968), 7M (3072x2304), 5.7W (3072x1856) and lower resolutions.

White balance - day, cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent.

ISO - auto, 100, 200, 400, 800.

Also worth noting is metering by point or matrix, automatic contrast, image stabilizer, the ability to set a GPS tag.

Sample photos can be found below:

Video. 1920x1080 pixels (1080p) have been added to the already used resolution of 1280x720. At the same time, the file properties indicate up to 30 frames per second, but the picture looks a little twitchy if you are walking or driving. Supports continuous autofocus difficult conditions the camera is not always able to quickly focus on the subject or subject (example with cocktails). But in general, the quality of shooting is quite at the level of other solutions and even better. See for yourself.