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Also known as Samsung SPH-D710, Samsung Within, Samsung Galaxy SII 4G, Samsung Galaxy S II 4G, Samsung Galaxy S II PA Rating - 9
User Rating - 9.1

Posted: 31 Aug 2011
Market Status: Released US carrier availability: Ting - Available as Samsung Galaxy SII 4G (since 31 Jul 2012) Virgin Mobile - Available as Samsung Galaxy S II 4G (since 16 Nov 2012) Boost Mobile - Available as Samsung Galaxy S II 4G (since 11 Sep 2012) Sprint - Discontinued as Samsung Galaxy S II

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Also known as Samsung Galaxy S Pro, Samsung Notion PA Rating - 9.5
User Rating - 8.6

Posted: 28 Jun 2010
Market Status: Released US carrier availability: Sprint - Available (since 31 Aug 2010)

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Design
Device typeSmart phoneSmart phone 
OSAndroid (4.1.2, 4.0.4, 2.3.6, 2.3.4)Android (2.3, 2.2, 2.1) 
Form factorCandybarSide-Slider 
Dimensions5.11 x 2.74 x 0.38 inches (130 x 70 x 10 mm)4.90 x 2.54 x 0.56 inches (124 x 65 x 14 mm) 
Weight4.60 oz (130 g)
the average is 4.4 oz (127 g)		5.46 oz (155 g)
the average is 4.4 oz (127 g)		 
Design features Full keyboard 
Side KeysLeft: Volume control; Right: Lock/Unlock keyLeft: Volume control; Right: Camera shutter, Lock/Unlock key 
ColorsBlack, White  
Display
Physical size4.5 inches4.0 inches 
Resolution480 x 800 pixels480 x 800 pixels 
Pixel density

Pixel density - The pixel density of a display represents the number of pixels over an area of one inch. It’s measured in “pixels per inch”, or ppi. The higher the number, the more detailed and good-looking the display is.

206 ppi233 ppi 
Technology

Technology - There are two main screen technologies currently used in phones and tablets: LCD and AMOLED. The former usually features a light source and liquid crystals, while the latter is based on organic light-emitting diodes. Newer LCD variations like IPS-LCD and Super-LCD allow for very accurate color reproduction and very wide viewing angles, where no significant image quality loss is observed. Current AMOLED screens differ in such a way that they can exhibit much more saturated colors (sometimes too much) and incredibly high contrast levels, which is due to black color being completely black in AMOLED displays.

Super AMOLED PlusSuper AMOLED 
Colors16 777 21616 777 216 
TouchscreenCapacitive, Multi-touchCapacitive, Multi-touch 
FeaturesLight sensor, Proximity sensorLight sensor, Proximity sensor, Scratch-resistant glass (Corning Gorilla Glass) 
Battery
Talk time8.70 hours
the average is 11 h (647 min)		6.00 hours
the average is 11 h (647 min)		 
Stand-by time10.5 days (252 hours)
the average is 18 days (441 h)		12.5 days (300 hours)
the average is 18 days (441 h)		 
Capacity1800 mAh1500 mAh 
TypeLi - IonLi - Ion 
Hardware
System chip

System chip - Most modern handsets use an advanced chip that includes many of the device’s hardware modules like the processor, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and sometimes even the wireless radio. This field shows what particular system chip (or System-on-a-Chip) is used in the phone.

Samsung ExynosSamsung Exynos 3 
Processor

Processor - The processor is the main computing component of a phone and is a major factor when it comes to the overall speed of the device. Some more powerful smartphones use dual-core and quad-core processors designed to deliver greater performance.

Dual core, 1200 MHz, ExynosSingle core, 1000 MHz, ARM Cortex-A8 
Graphics processorYesPowerVR SGX540 
System memory

System memory - System memory, or RAM memory is the type of memory that the device uses to temporarily store data from the OS or currently-running apps. The more RAM available to the device, the better the performance will be when multiple or heavier programs are running.

1024 MB RAM512 MB RAM (Dual-channel) / 512 MB ROM 
Built-in storage16 GB  
Storage expansionmicroSD, microSDHC up to 32 GBmicroSD, microSDHC up to 32 GB 
Camera
Camera8 megapixels5 megapixels 
FlashLEDLED 
FeaturesAuto focus, Smile detection, Panorama, ScenesAuto focus, Digital zoom 
Camcorder1920x1080 (1080p HD) (30 fps), 1280x720 (720p HD)1280x720 (720p HD) (30 fps) 
FeaturesVideo light, Video callingVideo calling, Video sharing 
Front-facing camera2 megapixels0.3 megapixels VGA 
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Multimedia
Music player   
Filter byAlbum, Artist, Playlists  
FeaturesAlbum art cover, Background playback  
Supported formatsMP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, M4A (Apple lossless), AMR, OGG, MIDIMP3, AAC, AAC+, FLAC, WMA, WAV, AMR, OGG, MIDI 
Video playback   
Supported formatsMPEG4, H.263, H.264, DivXMPEG4, H.263, H.264 
Speakers Earpiece, Loudspeaker 
YouTube playerYesYes 
Internet browsing
Browser Android Browser 
supportsHTML, FlashHTML 
Built-in online services supportFacebook, Picasa, TwitterFacebook, Twitter 
Technology
CDMA

CDMA - Code Division Multiple Access. A technique of multiplexing, also called spread spectrum, in which analog signals are converted into digital form for transmission. For each communication channel, the signals are encoded in a sequence known to the transmitter and the receiver for that channel. The foremost application is digital cellular phone technology from QUALCOMM that operates in the 800MHz band and 1.9GHz PCS band. CDMA phones are noted for their excellent call quality and long battery life.

800, 1900 MHz800, 1900 MHz 
DataEV-DO Rev.A, WiMAXEV-DO Rev.A, WiMAX 
Positioning

Positioning - This field shows the positioning systems supported by the device. There are three main types: GPS, A-GPS and GLONASS. GPS - This is one of the most widespread global positioning technologies, developed and maintained by the U.S. government. It uses satellites in order to detect your location. Works best in clear weather. A-GPS - A-GPS stands for Assisted GPS and is the industry standard for positioning and navigation. “Assisted” means that it can use local wireless networks, in addition to satellites, for quicker and more precise localization. GLONASS - GLONASS is a global positioning system, developed by the Russian Federation. It’s very similar to GPS, but isn’t so popular in cell phones.

A-GPSA-GPS 
NavigationYesYes 
Phone features
PhonebookUnlimited entries, Caller groups, Multiple numbers per contact, Search by both first and last name, Picture ID, Ring IDUnlimited entries, Caller groups, Multiple numbers per contact, Search by both first and last name, Picture ID, Ring ID 
OrganizerCalendar, Alarm, Document viewer, Calculator, World clock, Stopwatch, Countdown timer, MemoCalendar, Alarm, Calculator 
MessagingSMS, MMS, Threaded view, Predictive text inputSMS, MMS, Predictive text input 
E-mailIMAP, POP3, SMTP, Microsoft ExchangeIMAP, POP3, SMTP, Microsoft Exchange, Push e-mail 
Instant MessagingGoogle TalkGoogle Talk 
GamesYesYes 
Connectivity
Bluetooth3.02.1, EDR 
ProfilesAdvanced Audio Distribution (A2DP), Audio/Visual Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Generic Audio/Video Distribution (GAVDP), Handsfree (HFP), Headset (HSP), Message Access Profile (MAP), Object Push (OPP), Phone Book Access (PBAP)Advanced Audio Distribution (A2DP) 
Wi-Fi802.11 a, b, g, n802.11 b, g, n 
Mobile hotspotYesYes 
USBUSB 2.0USB 2.0 
ConnectormicroUSBmicroUSB 
FeaturesMass storage device, USB chargingMass storage device, USB charging 
Headphones connector3.5mm3.5mm 
HDMIvia microUSB  
Charging connectormicroUSBmicroUSB 
OtherDLNA, Computer sync, OTA sync, SyncMLDLNA, Computer sync, OTA sync 
Other features
NotificationsHaptic feedback, Music ringtones (MP3), Polyphonic ringtones, Vibration, Flight mode, Silent mode, SpeakerphoneHaptic feedback, Music ringtones (MP3), Polyphonic ringtones, Vibration, Flight mode, Silent mode, Speakerphone 
SensorsAccelerometer, Gyroscope, CompassAccelerometer, Compass 
Hearing aid compatibilityM4, T3  
OtherVoice dialing, Voice commands, Voice recording, TTY/TDDVoice recording 
Regulatory Approval
FCC approval

FCC approval - The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is an independent United States government agency, directly responsible to Congress. The FCC was established by the Communications Act of 1934 and is charged with regulating interstate and international communications by radio, television, wire, satellite and cable. The FCC's jurisdiction covers the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. possessions. Every wireless phone device that that is sold in the U.S. has to be tested and approved for sale by the FCC.

   
Date approved

Date approved - Shows the date when the particular phone is approved by the Federal Communications Commission

26 Jul 201120 Jul 2010 
FCC ID value: A3LSPHD710 linkFCC ID value: A3LSPHD700 link 
FCC measured SAR

FCC measured SAR - The exposure standard for mobile devices employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit stated in the international guidelines is 2.0 W/ kg*. Tests for SAR are conducted using standard operating positions with the device transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR of the device while operating can be well below the maximum value.

   
Head0.40 W/kg0.44 W/kg 
Measured in 1900 MHz 
Body0.61 W/kg0.77 W/kg 
Measured in 1900 MHz 
Availability
Officially announced30 Aug 201128 Jun 2010 
Shopping information
MSRP price   
$ 500$ 250 

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