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Samsung’s latest mobile news announced at MWC in Barcelona

Samsung Electronics Australia is pleased to unveil the next evolution of its mobile devices direct from Mobile World Congress 2011 in Barcelona.

“Samsung’s announcements from Mobile World Congress demonstrate our continued commitment to delivering the most powerful, innovative mobile solutions for smart living - through a diversified range of smartphone and tablet devices,” said Tyler McGee, Vice President of Telecommunications, Samsung Electronics Australia. “The Samsung GALAXY S II, the world’s thinnest smartphone¹, will deliver unmatched performance in speed, screen display and content. Also, building on the success of the Samsung GALAXY Tab in Australia, we’re looking forward to bringing an increasingly feature rich mobile entertainment experience through the introduction of the Honeycomb-powered Samsung GALAXY Tab 10.1.”

Samsung GALAXY S II
The Samsung GALAXY S II is a beautifully thin (8.49mm) and lightweight, dual-core smartphone that combines an unmatched viewing experience with incredible performance. The GALAXY S II uses Android™ 2.3 Gingerbread, the latest version of the world’s fastest-growing mobile operating system. The next generation smartphone includes access to Samsung’s four new content and entertainment hubs, seamlessly integrated to provide instant access to music, games, e-reading and social networking services.

The Samsung GALAXY S II has also been equipped with Samsung’s new crystal-clear Super AMOLED Plus screen, Samsung’s most advanced mobile visual display ever created. Setting the standard of quality viewing on a mobile, Super AMOLED Plus introduces the best in quality in colour gamut, contrast ratio and edge sharpness.

Key features of GALAXY S II include:

• 4.27” Super AMOLED Plus Display
• Android™ 2.3 (Gingerbread) operating system
• 1GHz Dual Core application processor
• 8 Megapixel camera + 2 Megapixel front-facing camera
• 1080p Full HD Video Recording
• Samsung Hubs: Social Hub, Readers Hub, Game Hub, Music Hub
• Turn-by-turn Navigation by NAVIGON

Samsung GALAXY Tab 10.1
The Samsung GALAXY Tab 10.1 is a powerful Dual-Core Android™ 3.0 (Honeycomb) Smart Media Device, designed to deliver the ultimate mobile entertainment experience. Whether playing games, reading eBooks or updating your Facebook status, the lightweight, ultra-slim Samsung GALAXY Tab 10.1 is the ultimate entertainer and builds on the industry-wide success of the two million-selling Samsung GALAXY Tab**.

Key features of GALAXY 10.1 include:

• 10.1” display with crystal clear resolution
• Android™ 3.0 (Honeycomb) operating system
• 1GHz Dual Core application processor
• 8 Megapixel rear-facing camera
• 2 Megapixel front-facing camera

The Samsung GALAXY S II and GALAXY Tab 10.1 will be available in Australia in Q2 2011. Exact pricing and availability will be announced closer to launch.

1. At the time of publication

* These specifications are an indication only. All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability, and capabilities of the products are subject to change without notice or obligation. Customers should check product details with the retailer or supplier before purchasing the relevant product. Android™ is a trademark of Google Inc.

** Connection and download charged and speeds are subject to individual service providers