Release Date Speculation

[ArmageddonX]

Let the games begin!

With AT&T getting the first SGII Variant I suspect they're going to do a staggered release.

AT&T (Attain) first, Verizon (Function) second, & Sprint (Within) third?

Starting with AT&T in July? Then Verizon in August & Sprint in September?

 

[So-Low Da Don]

Let the games begin!

With AT&T getting the first SGII Variant I suspect they're going to do a staggered release.

AT&T (Attain) first, Verizon (Function) second, & Sprint (Within) third?

Starting with AT&T in July? Then Verizon in August & Sprint in September?

I actually heard that Sprint was 2nd but don't remember where, I'll try to find the link

 

[FreakyLocz14]

What about T-Mobile? I doubt that they'd be left out.

I just hope that it's not any later than early September. A summer release would be ideal, though.

 

[So-Low Da Don]

What about T-Mobile? I doubt that they'd be left out.

I just hope that it's not any later than early September. A summer release would be ideal, though.

They're getting the Samsung Hercules which could be a little more powerful

http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/17/unannounced-samsung-hercules-headed-to-t-mobile-bearing-godli/

 

[FreakyLocz14]

They're getting the Samsung Hercules which could be a little more powerful

Unannounced Samsung 'Hercules' headed to T-Mobile, bearing demigod-like specs? -- Engadget

That doesn't convince me that they're not getting the S2. AT&T got the Infuse 4G, and they're getting the S2.

It doesn't matter anyway for me, since I'm a Sprint customer, but they shouldn't assume that AT&T's buy will be approved just yet.

 

[So-Low Da Don]

That doesn't convince me that they're not getting the S2. AT&T got the Infuse 4G, and they're getting the S2

But the Infuse 4G is a Galaxy S phone and does not compare in any way to the Hercules, which is more on the S2 level.

 

[ArmageddonX]

AndroidSPIN AS Exlusive: Sprint Source Confirms Late July Release for the Samsung Within (Galaxy S 2)

This is insane... I didn't expect to see the S2 in the US until the end of the year.

 

[So-Low Da Don]

AndroidSPIN AS Exlusive: Sprint Source Confirms Late July Release for the Samsung Within (Galaxy S 2)

This is insane... I didn't expect to see the S2 in the US until the end of the year.

Hell Yes! But too bad my upgrade isn't until December

 

[basegod]

I 've hear a late July release for the Within. Don't know if sprint is gonna release two flag ship phones so close together. I plan on getting the EVO 3D in early july (or one month before the within release) then return it for the within. After I get a feel for both phones I'll choose the better of the two.

Sprint Samsung Galaxy S2 Gives HTC EVO 3D 1 Month Headstart [Sprint Source]

 

[somdave2005]

I 've hear a late July release for the Within. Don't know if sprint is gonna release two flag ship phones so close together. I plan on getting the EVO 3D in early july (or one month before the within release) then return it for the within. After I get a feel for both phones I'll choose the better of the two.

Sprint Samsung Galaxy S2 Gives HTC EVO 3D 1 Month Headstart [Sprint Source]

Hoping the rumor is true as I can't wait to get my hands on this phone! Wonder if the specs will be any different from the original SII

 

[Exit24]

AndroidSPIN AS Exlusive: Sprint Source Confirms Late July Release for the Samsung Within (Galaxy S 2)

This is insane... I didn't expect to see the S2 in the US until the end of the year.

A July release would be crazy

 

[FreakyLocz14]

I have my upgrade for becoming a Premier customer, so I'm most likely getting the Within unless something about the EVO 3D or the rumored Phantom wows me.

 

[cds0699]

I am probably getting a within, this ones gonna cost me full retail though lol.

 

[ArmageddonX]

I posted this on another forum, but it's relevant here as well.
Might be more clues to the Sprint Release window:

The SGS2 just got a confirmed release date for Verizon:
Samsung Galaxy S II confirmed for July touch down at Verizon - Phone Arena

Also there is speculation it will not be a 4G phone. This is not a factor for me because Phoenix AZ has no Sprint-4G at all & I won't sign a contract with Verizon...

 

[So-Low Da Don]

Also there is speculation it will not be a 4G phone. This is not a factor for me because Phoenix AZ has no Sprint-4G at all & I won't sign a contract with Verizon...

Maybe because of how big the LTE Radio is, they couldn't put that radio in and have it the same slim size.

 

[Exit24]

I posted this on another forum, but it's relevant here as well.
Might be more clues to the Sprint Release window:

The SGS2 just got a confirmed release date for Verizon:
Samsung Galaxy S II confirmed for July touch down at Verizon - Phone Arena

Also there is speculation it will not be a 4G phone. This is not a factor for me because Phoenix AZ has no Sprint-4G at all & I won't sign a contract with Verizon...

Thanks, I just read the article and it looks like the information was incorrect.. heres the update from the article...

**UPDATE**
After all this, guess what? There was a miscommunication and the device actually coming out in July at Verizon is the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1, not the Samsung Galaxy S II. Apparently, someone at Verizon goofed. Nevermind!

 

[AndroidifyMe]

Lets hope the rumors for Sprint are true even though Verizon's were mistaken.

Update : Seems At&t version was ragged out by leaked accessories http://engt.co/kpzQsT

 

[sleepy3103]

This is the only phone for Sprint that might sway me from a 3vo. Most people think the 3vo is a gimmick, I think that the future of 3d(no glasses) and its gonna start in a phone. But this phone I think is gonna make me think twice.

 

[So-Low Da Don]

This is the only phone for Sprint that might sway me from a 3vo. Most people think the 3vo is a gimmick, I think that the future of 3d(no glasses) and its gonna start in a phone. But this phone I think is gonna make me think twice.

This phone already swayed me from the 3vo

 

[sleepy3103]

I'm up in the air still. I like HTC, love my EVO. The glasses free 3d is one major factor, so is sense 3.0. I think glasses free 3d is the next move for 3d in general so to me its awesome. But........ The within/gs2 is so sickeningly fast, and touchwiz 4.0 looks pretty awesome as well. I just can't decide until I get these beasts in my hand to play with them. Uhh... I can't wait. I don't have an upgrade till January of 2012 either, so I'm gonna have to pony up a lot of dough or wait. I might wait and see witch one is better supported by the devs.

 

[sleepy3103]

They're getting the Samsung Hercules which could be a little more powerful

http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/17/unannounced-samsung-hercules-headed-to-t-mobile-bearing-godli/

Doesn't look like more powerful. Just a bigger screen.

 

[So-Low Da Don]

I'm up in the air still. I like HTC, love my EVO. The glasses free 3d is one major factor, so is sense 3.0. I think glasses free 3d is the next move for 3d in general so to me its awesome. But........ The within/gs2 is so sickeningly fast, and touchwiz 4.0 looks pretty awesome as well. I just can't decide until I get these beasts in my hand to play with them. Uhh... I can't wait. I don't have an upgrade till January of 2012 either, so I'm gonna have to pony up a lot of dough or wait. I might wait and see witch one is better supported by the devs.

Then you have time to wait on any announcements or release for the Nexus 3, that's what I would do, but mines is in October and I might wait for a Nexus 3 IF there are any announcements.

 

[So-Low Da Don]

Doesn't look like more powerful. Just a bigger screen.

I said could be because the new Snapdragon could be better than the Exynos.

 

[heavychevy]

I change my mind every day, but as of today I'm leaning towards the SGS2. I can keep my current EVO and put it on another line and not really feel like I'm missing anything from the 3VO.

Memory, Screen, Size, Weight, Durability, Kies, NYC and Video File Playback Formats are the primary reasons I want the SGS2 compared to the 3VO. I still think the 3VO will be a better phone for everyday use of a phone, but the SGS2 appeals to the gadget freak in me.

 

[So-Low Da Don]

Memory, Screen, Size, Weight, Durability, Kies, NYC and Video File Playback Formats are the primary reasons I want the SGS2 compared to the 3VO.

When you actually use Kies you will not think if it as a plus, its horrible. But at least its better than having nothing on the 3vo (I Think)