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Android 4.1.2 Update for Galaxy S II now available in India
After waiting for few months, Indian Galaxy S II users can now finally update their devices to the Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean OS. The I9100XWLSK update is currently available over Kies or over-the-air (OTA) and brings in all the new features including Google Now, expandable and actionable notifications, improved performance, new TouchWiz and lots more. [...]
Android 4.1.2 Firmware Leaked For Galaxy S II (I9100)
Samsung had promised to give Jelly Bean upgrade to the Galaxy S II (I9100) and it seems the release is nigh, given the leak of the first Jelly Bean firmware for Galaxy S II. A word of caution though – it is a test firmware, which means end users shouldn’t bother unless they’re ready [...]
ICS update arrives for Indian Galaxy S II users (I9100 & I9100G)
It has been a long wait but here it is finally. Samsung India has released the Ice Cream Sandwich update for users using any of the Galaxy S II variants – I9100 and I9100G. As revealed by SamMobile and Samsung Updates, the I9100G build is XXLPQ whereas the I9100 is based on XWLP7. The [...]
Android 4.0.1 and 4.0.3 builds for Galaxy S II leaked
Couple of new Ice Cream Sandwich firmware have trickled out for Samsung’s Galaxy S II (I9100) device. SamMobile leaked the builds XXP4 and XXKP8 that are Android 4.0.1 and 4.0.3 respectively and are official alpha builds from Samsung, which means the flash counter in the download mode won’t increase. Both builds run Samsung’s TouchWiz [...]
Galaxy S II (I9100) Otterbox Commuter Series Case Giveaway
UPDATE: We’ve announced the winners. Check here. The sleek and light Galaxy S II (I9100) might be one of the durable devices from Samsung but its better to protect the shiny gadget against any untowardness, which is why we’re giving away three Otterbox Commuter Series cases courtesy of Otterbox. Otterbox cases offer one of [...]
Android 4.0.1 Custom ROM leaked for Galaxy S II
Looks like we’ve got the first Ice Cream Sandwich ROM for Galaxy S II (I9100). The XXKP1 build as we can see in the video runs Android 4.0.1 and comes with Samsung’s TouchWiz UI with some ICS-centric features. Calling, internet and messaging seem to work fine but some apps crash due to apparent incompatibility. [...]
Review: Mugen 3200mAh Battery for Galaxy S II (I9100)
There’s no denying that Samsung’s Galaxy S II is one of the best smartphones one could buy. However, with smartphones getting powerful, one thing that has limited its ability is the battery backup. Galaxy S II’s 1650mAh battery is more than enough if you use your phone thriftily but when it comes to using [...]
Otterbox Commuter Case for Galaxy S II
Any gadget looks beautiful when it is used in its original form, without any modification or protection. However, trying to maintain the same sheen on the gadget as it was on day one becomes difficult when the gadget in question is a smartphone that stays in one’s pocket for most of the time, battling [...]
Galaxy S II users can download Asphalt 6 HD for free
Here’s a small treat for Galaxy S II users. Samsung is offering a free download of Asphalt’s latest installment Asphalt 6 on their Samsung Apps store. Its a WCG version that not only features the niceties of a career,quick race and multiplayer mode but also a WCG 2011 menu that allows to play in [...]
Samsung has a 2000mAh Extended Battery for Galaxy S II (I9100)
Samsung has developed a higher capacity 2000mAh Galaxy S II battery for those who feel 1650mAh is less for Galaxy S II. The extended battery kit hasn’t been confirmed by Samsung but is apparently on sale on a Czech shop where it retails for $33. A lucky buyer managed to get one and claims [...]