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Samsung Galaxy S II update to Android Jelly Bean starts rolling out

Samsung Galaxy S II update to Android Jelly Bean starts rolling out

The Samsung Galaxy S II, the 4.3-inch Android flagship that launched in 2011, has started receiving the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update...

posted: 05 Apr 2013, 06:49

Samsung: the never-ending search for the next big thing

Samsung: the never-ending search for the next big thing

Tomorrow at Samsung’s event in the Big Apple, all eyes are on the expected official announcement of the Samsung Galaxy S IV – well, we hope it’s what all the hoopla is all about! Throughout all channels on the interwebs, there’s a...

posted: 13 Mar 2013, 21:13

Certain Samsung devices have copy/paste flaw that could cause permanent problems?

Certain Samsung devices have copy/paste flaw that could cause permanent problems?

A thread that was started on the Samsung Developers forum last October and remains unresolved discusses a problem with Samsung devices running TouchWiz and Android 3.0 or higher; the flaw has been reported...

posted: 21 Feb 2013, 02:02

Samsung starts updating the Samsung Galaxy S II to Android 4.1.2

Samsung starts updating the Samsung Galaxy S II to Android 4.1.2

Samsung is not forgetting about the its former flagship device as the Samsung Galaxy S II is getting some Jelly Bean lovin' with Android 4.1.2 being sent out to model GT-I9100G; with the phone being the largest selling Android...

posted: 08 Feb 2013, 12:25

Samsung rolls out 4.1 Jelly Bean update to Galaxy Note, S II in March, Ace 2 in April

Samsung rolls out 4.1 Jelly Bean update to Galaxy Note, S II in March, Ace 2 in April

Samsung has revealed its update schedule for existing Android smartphones, and the Galaxy Note and Galaxy S II will both get the 4.1 Jelly Bean update in March…

posted: 01 Feb 2013, 09:44

Samsung rolling out Android 4.1.2 update for the legendary Galaxy S II

Samsung rolling out Android 4.1.2 update for the legendary Galaxy S II

The Samsung Galaxy S II, also known as the geeks' champ, will soon get updated to Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean! Samsung has reportedly initiated the roll-out process in Spain, so other countries are expected to start...

posted: 23 Jan 2013, 03:08

Analyst: Apple iPhone has sold 88 million more units than Samsung Galaxy S and Note models

Analyst: Apple iPhone has sold 88 million more units than Samsung Galaxy S and Note models

A chart made by Raymond James analyst said in an illustrated research note to clients that the Apple iPhone 4, Apple iPhone 4S and Apple iPhone 5 have together out sold Samsung Galaxy S and...

posted: 17 Jan 2013, 15:17

Sony Xperia Z launcher ported to select Samsung Android smartphones

Sony Xperia Z launcher ported to select Samsung Android smartphones

Tinkering with an Android smartphone's software could be dangerous, but it is also quire fun if you're a geek. Just look at the cool stuff you can make an Android smartphone do! This XDA Developers member, for example,...

posted: 16 Jan 2013, 08:09

Samsung Galaxy S II to be Jelly Beaned next month?

Samsung Galaxy S II to be Jelly Beaned next month?

Just because the Samsung Galaxy S II isn't the top dog anymore doesn't mean that you can't throw it a bone every now and then, and this is exactly what Samsung intends to do as soon as next month by rolling out Android 4.1 to the handset;...

posted: 15 Jan 2013, 19:42

Samsung sells 100 million Samsung Galaxy S series phones

Samsung sells 100 million Samsung Galaxy S series phones

Two major corporations are watching the momentum of their flagship devices go in opposite directions as indications are that the Apple iPhone 5 is suffering from a bout of indigestion, leading Apple to cut orders for parts; meanwhile,...

posted: 13 Jan 2013, 23:44

Samsung Korea reveals Jelly Bean update for Samsung Galaxy S II

Samsung Korea reveals Jelly Bean update for Samsung Galaxy S II

Support pages for the Samsung Galaxy S II Jelly Bean update have been found on the Samsung Korea website and includes the listing of all three local carriers, the fact that the update is available via Kies, reduces internal...

posted: 05 Jan 2013, 13:25

Android 4.1.2 update for Samsung Galaxy S II and Galaxy Note possibly delayed until 2013

Android 4.1.2 update for Samsung Galaxy S II and Galaxy Note possibly delayed until 2013

It looks like owners of the Samsung Galaxy S II and the Samsung Galaxy Note will not get a taste of Jelly Bean this year. Word on the street has it that the official Android 4.1 update for these...

posted: 18 Dec 2012, 07:57

Got Samsung Galaxy S II ? You can now have the multi-window app mode ported to it

Got Samsung Galaxy S II ? You can now have the multi-window app mode ported to it

It is a fully working mode, but you have to be running a deodexed XXLSJ ROM - that's with the Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean build. If you are interested, simply go to the XDA thread in the source link to...

posted: 07 Dec 2012, 07:21

Android 4.1.2 firmware leaks for the Galaxy S II, aimed at the impatient (video)

Android 4.1.2 firmware leaks for the Galaxy S II, aimed at the impatient (video)

Those of you with a Samsung Galaxy S II will rejoice at the news that the Android 4.1.2 update for their handset is knocking at the door. The firmware appeared for installation from the not-so-official...

posted: 16 Nov 2012, 04:26

Samsung Galaxy S II may get Jelly Bean update in November

Samsung Galaxy S II may get Jelly Bean update in November

Although the Samsung Galaxy S III is all the rage nowadays, we bet that quite a few of you are still holding on to your trusty Samsung Galaxy S II smartphone. After all, it still has the hardware specs to be relevant 16 months after...

posted: 12 Sep 2012, 06:42

Samsung Galaxy S II Crystal Edition will sparkle at IFA 2012, coming in October

Samsung Galaxy S II Crystal Edition will sparkle at IFA 2012, coming in October

What's better than a great Android smartphone? A great Android smartphone covered in bling, of course, so that it can easily display your social status to people around you! That is exactly what the Samsung...

posted: 28 Aug 2012, 09:14

U.K. Samsung Galaxy S III and Note buyers get free Galaxy Tab 2 for trading in old smartphones

U.K. Samsung Galaxy S III and Note buyers get free Galaxy Tab 2 for trading in old smartphones

In case you are a U.K. resident planning on getting a Samsung Galaxy S III or a Samsung Galaxy Note, then here is a deal that you might be interested in. Customers who buy any of these...

posted: 27 Aug 2012, 09:41

Split decision in South Korean courtroom leads to ban on Apple and Samsung devices

Split decision in South Korean courtroom leads to ban on Apple and Samsung devices

The verdict is in and Apple has been found guilty of infringing on two Samsung patents...in South Korea; meanwhile, despite having the home court advantage for this trial, the South Korean jury did...

posted: 24 Aug 2012, 01:53

Hands-on with Samsung's upcoming phones for prepaid carriers Boost and Virgin Mobile

Hands-on with Samsung's upcoming phones for prepaid carriers Boost and Virgin Mobile

So last night in the Big Apple, Samsung held a very quiet and low key event to debut a total of six devices that are headed to prepaid carriers Boost Mobile and Virgin Mobile in the very near future....

posted: 23 Aug 2012, 17:03

Samsung Galaxy S III getting Jelly Bean around end-Q3, Galaxy S II, Note and Note 2 updates coming soon after

Samsung Galaxy S III getting Jelly Bean around end-Q3, Galaxy S II, Note and Note 2 updates coming soon after

The Samsung Galaxy S III is clearly Samsung’s biggest hit at the moment - the device is selling by the millions and so far we’ve heard 10 million tossed around…

posted: 06 Aug 2012, 05:22

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