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Two years ago we saw the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S. This stylish phone went on to become a global success with over 20 million of the devices being shipped. Technology moves at a very fast pace however and the Galaxy S was replaced with the S2 which achieved similar levels of success. We are now expecting the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S3 in the first half of 2012 so we take a look at how things have progressed since the launch of the original phone.

The original Galaxy model boasted a high quality 4.3 inch Super AMOLED screen which could display a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels. At the time of the phones released this quality eclipsed what rival handsets could offer but the bar has been raised by devices like the iPhone 4S that offer an even higher resolution. In order to stay ahead of the competition we can expect the new Samsung Galaxy S3 to offer the highest resolution possible. Rumours are circulating about the new model being the first mobile device to feature a Full HD 1920 x 1080 screen but we think that it is likely that the model will offer somewhere around the 720 x 1280 level. Modern consumers also use their handsets for viewing more multi media material than ever before. With this in mind Samsung are set to increase the size of the screen. The manufacturers already have a device that caters for people requiring a screen larger than 5 inches so we can expect this new model to offer a display that measures between 4.6 and 4.8 inches. What ever size screen is used we should expect a pixel density that is higher than can be found on the market leading iPhone 4S.

One area where technology has developed very quickly is in the processing department. The Galaxy S was released with a Hummingbird chipset which delivered fast operating speeds to the user. This chipset comprised of a powerful 1Ghz Cortex A8 single core processor and a PowerVR SGX540 graphics processing unit. A few months after the model was released dual core mobile chips were developed and in 2011 we saw the release of the Galaxy S2 complete with one of these processors. We are now ready to welcome the very first quad core phones and we expect the Samsung Galaxy S3 to be one of the first. The model will run on Samsung’s own Exynos chipset and incorporate a quad core processor that is clocked at a speed of around 1.5Ghz. The advantage of the processor containing multiple cores is that the model can handle several different tasks at the same time without there being a negative effect on operation speeds. This means users of the S3 can be happily browsing the web with music playing in the background and not notice any reduction in performance levels.

Mobile technology changes at a very fast rate and the new Samsung Galaxy S3 illustrates this point perfectly. The original Galaxy S offered the highest possible specification at the time of its release but just two years later the new model totally eclipses it in almost every department.

The Samsung Galaxy S3 is coming soon and the Samsung Galaxy Note is available now.

One of the most eagerly anticipated smartphone releases of 2012 is the Samsung Galaxy S3. This model is the successor to the best selling Samsung Galaxy S2 and is set to incorporate technology that will make it one of the leading phones available. Recent rumours suggest that Samsung are looking to launch this handset on the same day as the latest instalment of the popular Angry Birds mobile application.

We have already been told that the new Samsung Galaxy S3 will not be launched at the Mobile World Congress which is being held at the end of February in Barcelona. Samsung issued a statement that said they would be hosting a launch event for this model after the MWC has taken place. Web rumours suggest that the date is likely to be the 22nd March 2012 which is the same day as Rovio are launching the new Angry Birds Space games title. By launching the phone on the same day as the game the new model will gain extra publicity from the worlds media with many news stories likely to feature both releases. In terms of branding the the two are also perfect partners with the words Galaxy and Space being almost synonymous with one another.

The Angry Birds series of games has been the most popular ever released with over 7 million Android users taking the time to download the application. The principle behind the game is to use a catapult to fire your Birds into a series of targets. Once these targets have been destroyed you can move on to the next stage. Once a level has been completed you receive a rating which can be from one to three stars and the goal for many users is to complete all stages with the maximum number of stars. The new Samsung Galaxy S3 should prove the perfect device for displaying this new title in all its glory. The model is rumoured to include a new 4.65 inch Super AMOLED display that can display a resolution of 280 x 720 pixels. The model is also due to feature a quad core processor and 2GB of RAM memory which means that the game will load in an instant and also respond quickly during game play.

It seems very likely that the new Samsung Galaxy S3 will be launched on the same day as the new Angry Birds game. It makes perfect sense that the successor to the most popular Android phone is released on the same day as the latest instalment of its most popular game title.

The Samsung Galaxy S3 is coming soon and the Samsung Galaxy S2 is available now.

The Samsung Galaxy range of mobile smartphones seems to be growing all of the time and the latest addition to the family is the new Galaxy S Advance. Previously we took a look at screen technology and processing power on this device and looked at how it compared with the best selling Samsung Galaxy S2. This time we look at camera features on both of these models and also see how the models compare in terms of design.

The new Samsung Galaxy S Advance features an improved camera facility from the Galaxy S model that it is based on. Still photography quality is impressive and images can be captured at a resolution of 5 million pixels. As you would expect a wealth of additional features are available to help you capture the highest quality images possible. Auto focus will help ensure that there is minimal blur on any photos and the useful Smile Detection function will take the photograph the moment it detects people smiling. Thanks to the phone incorporating GPS all photographs can also have location details stored about where the snaps were taken. Despite the Galaxy S Advance offering a high quality camera feature the Samsung Galaxy S2 offers a little more in terms of quality in this area. An 8 mega pixel camera captures an incredible quality of image although many of the additional features are the same as can be found on the Advance model. Both handsets offer a secondary front facing camera which is ideal for video calls and both are also capable of capturing still images. The Galaxy S2 can record 2 mega pixel resolution from this camera while the Galaxy S Advance offers just 1.3 mega pixels.

One of the key areas on modern smartphones is design. A great looking device will always grab the customers attention while a more dated design will often be overlooked. The Galaxy range of devices are famous for their stylish looks and both of these handsets do not disappoint in this area. The Galaxy S Advance looks very similar similar to the original Galaxy S device. The handset measures 123.2 x 63 x 9.7mm which makes the phone one of the most compact currently available. At just 120 grammes in weight the model is also surprisingly lightweight considering it includes a 4 inch display. Although the Samsung Galaxy S2 includes a larger 4.3 inch screen the phone manages to weigh less than the Advance model at just 116 grammes. The model measures just 125.3 x 66.1 x 8.5mm and is constructed from some very durable plastic. This black plastic gives the phone a very modern look which combines well with the curved corners of the phone to leave us with a device that may not win any awards for innovation but still looks superb.

The Samsung Galaxy S Advance is a superb addition to the Galaxy range and will strike a chord with consumers looking for great value for money. The Samsung Galaxy S2 is still the premium model in the range and offers superior camera features and excellent design despite its advancing age.

The Samsung Galaxy S2 is available now and the Samsung Galaxy S3 is coming soon.

Samsung are refreshing their 2012 range of models with two exciting new handsets that look destined to be a success with consumers. The new Samsung Galaxy S3 and the Galaxy S Advance both boast some superb features combined with modern styling. We take a look at the media facilities likely to be featured in these two models and also see how the two devices may compare in terms of design.

Although we have no official confirmation on the specification for the forthcoming Samsung Galaxy S3 rumours seem to suggest that we will see this model offering a high quality 12 mega pixel digital still camera. This feature is likely to be accompanied by a host of facilities that have become standard features on modern premium smartphones. Autofous will definitely be included as will a dual LED flash to help users achieve the best possible results in poor lighting conditions. Users will have the opportunity to add a geographical location tag on all images by utilising the GPS receiver that will be incorporated in the model. A high quality video capture feature will record footage in 1080P quality which is currently the maximum resolution that can be achieved. For video calls a secondary front facing camera will be featured and this is likely to also be able to record still photographs at a resolution of around 2 million pixels. Specification has been confirmed on the new Galaxy S Advance model. Still photographs are captured at 5 million pixel resolution which is considerably lower than what the S3 will offer but it is worth remembering that this model is pitched as a cheaper option for consumers who do not require the very latest technology. The usual array of extras are present including Face Detection and a powerful LED Flash. Video footage can be recorded at 720P quality which is technically classified as High Definition and the front facing camera can record 1.3 mega pixel still images.

With no official pictures yet released for the Samsung Galaxy S3 there is much speculation about the appearance of the device. One thing that we are certain of is that the model will be much slimmer than the Galaxy S2 that was released last year and that the model is also likely to be one of the slimmest phones on the market. Many reports suggest that the model will measure around 7mm in depth although the width and height measurements are likely to increase slightly due the larger screen set to be fitted in the model. Samsung favour the use of strengthened plastics on their devices so expect this type of material to be used once again which means that the handset will weigh a lot less than models that use heavier metallic materials. The Galaxy S Advance uses the same chassis as the Samsung Galaxy S which means that it offers a slim 9.7mm depth and weighs just 120 grammes. The black gloss finish looks modern and the minimal bezel that surrounds the display gives the device a very stylish and minimal appearance.

The Samsung Galaxy S3 is the handset that many smartphone fans have been looking forward to but the Galaxy S Advance may strike a chord with consumers looking for great features at a more wallet friendly price.

The Samsung Galaxy S3 is coming soon and the Samsung Galaxy Nexus is available now.

Samsung are releasing yet another phone in their Galaxy range in the shape of the new Galaxy S Advance. This new model is designed to sit somewhere in the middle of their line up and offers some impressive specification. We take a look at how this new model compares with the Samsung Galaxy S2, the premium device which helped make the Galaxy range so famous.

When we take a look at the screen technology used on both of these models it is the Samsung Galaxy S2 that comes out on top. Despite being nearly one year older than the Galaxy Advance the model still manages to offer a display that can compete with the very latest technology. This 4.3 inch Super AMOLED Plus screen reproduces stunning colours and also offers user great viewing angles and superb legibility in sunlight. The screen can show a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels which means that the pixel density equates to 217 pixels per inch. The Galaxy S Advance uses a smaller 4 inch screen that can display the same 480 x 800 resolution as the S2. Unfortunately this model only incorporates a Super AMOLED screen which does not perform as well as the Plus variety on the Galaxy S2. The result of this is that the S2 manages to produce the crisper images although in fairness both models offer exceptional quality in this department.

There is also very little to choose between the two models when it comes to processing power but the Samsung Galaxy S2 once again outshines the Galaxy S Advance in this area. When the S2 was released in 2011 it boasted a chipset that was far superior to many rivals and even now the model still manages to shine. The model makes use of the superb Samsung Exynos chipset which includes a very fast 1.2Ghz ARM Cortex A9 dual core processor. Fans of mobile games will appreciate the superb Mali 400MP graphics processing unit that delivers a superb experience on games titles as well as movie playback. The Galaxy S Advance also uses a dual core ARM Cortex A9 processor but the power of the chip used on this model is slightly lower than the S2 at 1Ghz. The model uses the same graphics processing unit as the Galaxy S2. For a mid range phone the Advance is a very well equipped model but the extra power available on the S2 means that it offers slightly better performance.

For a mid range mobile phone the Galaxy S Advance is a great model that should prove a more pocket friendly alternative to the Samsung Galaxy S2. If you do not mind spending a little extra however the S2 still offers screen technology and performance to rival the majority of devices currently available.

The Samsung Galaxy S2 and the Samsung Galaxy Nexus are available now.

The range of modern smartphones available is increasing at a fast rate and many consumers who would have once opted for a feature phone are now finding themselves either owning or considering a smartphone. There are a number of smartphone operating systems available to choose from but the front runners are undoubtedly the Google Android service which offers excellent models such as the Samsung Galaxy S2 and the Apple iOS system which is used by the famous iPhone.

A new report reveals that first time smartphone buyers are favouring the Android platform over other formats such as iOS and Windows. According to market research firm NPD Android devices such as the Samsung Galaxy S2 dominated the market among first time buyers in Q4 of 2011 with a massive 53% share. Apple followed in second place with 34% which left the remaining 9% to be shared between alternative platforms. The gap between Android and Apple is much closer in terms of general smartphone sales but these figures for first time buyers may not come as a great surprise. Android is the platform used by major manufacturers such as Samsung, HTC and Motorola which means that consumers have a wide choice of devices from premium smartphones like the Galaxy S2 to smaller budget devices such as the HTC Desire S. Apple simply offer the new iPhone 4S or an older version which may be a reason while Android is currently dominating. In the US the Apple iPhone runs on three of the major network providers while Android phones run on all four which means potentially more customers also have access to one of these devices.

As we previously mentioned there is a massive selection of Android handsets available to tempt consumers who are looking to purchase their first smartphone. The Samsung Galaxy S2 is undoubtedly the most well known of these models. This handset is the flagship model in the exciting Galaxy range of models and went on to become the biggest selling phone of 2011. The device boasts a dual core processor to help it deliver a very fast operating speed while the gorgeous 4.3 inch Super AMOLED display looks fantastic. First time consumers however may not be looking for such high specification on their first purchase and a more simple option is the excellent HTC Explorer. This entry level phone boasts all of the connectivity options that users look for in a smartphone but in a compact design with more basic camera and video features. There are also a wealth of models that can be classed as mid range devices including the Samsung Galaxy R which is a more basic version of the Galaxy S2 and also the hugely popular HTC Desire S.

Although the gap between Android and Apple is decreasing in terms of general sales it is evident that Android is still the platform of choice for newcomers to the smartphone scene. Models such as the Samsung Galaxy S2 offer a multitude of great features but there are plenty of cheaper models available to suit all requirements.

The Samsung Galaxy S2 and the HTC Explorer are available now.