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Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket review

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7.8/10
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The Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket currently has an Informr score of 7.8 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 12 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.

The Samsung Galaxy S II LTE packs in all the features found in the 3G version with the added ability to connect to a 4G network for fast network speeds. This version has a beautiful Super AMOLED Plus display and good camera and video quality. Battery life is disappointing considering its size, although decent for an LTE device.

For a more complete review of this phone, please visit our Samsung Galaxy S II page.


Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
1.5 GHz
Processor
Processor
1.5 GHz
4.5"
Screen Size
Screen Size
4.5"
8+ MP
Camera
Camera
8+ MP
1850 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


GSMArena
GSMArena

With the addition of an LTE enabled Galaxy S II to the U.S., Samsung has literally a version for every possible taste out there. The Galaxy S II Skyrocket however, is clearly the best equipped for the future with its spanking new radio on board.AT&T’s 3G network has seen quite a lot of str...

- GSMArena Team, GSMArena
Brighthand
Brighthand

While the Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket has a few flaws that could potentially be attributed to network issues, namely OK voice quality and spotty coverage at the mall, it gets just about everything else right. It has a great screen, excellent performance, a good speaker, a great camera, and very go...

- Jen Edwards, Brighthand
Android Central
Android Central

For the same price as the standard Galaxy S II, you get a bigger screen, access to the AT&T LTE network, and the same great user experience.  At this point, I honestly think the only reason to even consider the "normal" Galaxy S II on AT&T is if you prefer a bit smaller phone. ...

- Jerry Hildenbrand , Android Central
MobileBurn
MobileBurn

What more can be said about the Galaxy S II series of smartphones that hasn't been said already? Samsung has done a excellent job with all of the models that we have tested and reviewed, and the Skyrocket continues that tradition. Whether or not it is worth the extra up-front cost over the plain-jan...

- Dan Seifert, MobileBurn
Mobile Syrup
Mobile Syrup

A couple months ago this would have been a contender for the best phone on the market. Now, with the impending launch of the Galaxy Nexus and several devices with 720p screens on the horizon, this device has only one saving grace: LTE. But as much as we talk about pixel density and processor speed w...

- Daniel Bader, Mobile Syrup


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Samsung backs up the Galaxy S II Skyrocket with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


If your Galaxy S II Skyrocket has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact Samsung support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find Samsung's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.




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Screen Size
4.5"

The Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket's screen size is 4.5 inches with x pixels resolution.

Processor
1.5 GHz

There is a Dual-core 1.5 GHz processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.

Camera
8+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 8+ MP camera.

There is also a secondary front facing camera with 2+ megapixels resolution.

Storage
16 GB

Internal memory is 16 GB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
1850mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1850 mAh battery. Samsung's performance ratings are 10.5 days standby time.

Galaxy S II Skyrocket Specs

Overview
Release Date November 6, 2011
Regions Available USA
Operating System No

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Processor Dual-core 1.5 GHz
Internal Storage 16 GB
RAM 1 GB
Hearing Aid Compatible No
TTY/TDD Yes
Noise Cancellation Yes
SAR Head: 0.3 W/kg
Body: 0.55 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
EDGE, HSDPA, HSUPA, LTE
Mobile / Cellular Data
4G/LTE
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling No
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) No
SIM card size
Yes
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support No
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared No
Bluetooth 3.0
Bluetooth Profiles HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
Mobile Hotspot Yes
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB)
NFC Yes
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
8+ Megapixels
Zoom
4x digital
Flash
Yes (LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, ISO, Panorama, Self-portrait, Self-timer
Video Recording Formats
3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4, DivX
Video Recording Parameters
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels), 30 fps
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
2+ Megapixels
Additional Front Camera Info
No
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology Super AMOLED Plus
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 4.5 inches
Secondary Display No
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Multi-Touch Yes
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features Capacitive touch screen
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 1850 mAh
Removable Battery Yes
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging No
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Unknown
Standby Time Up to 10.5 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Material Plastic
Colors Black, White
Dimensions [H x W x D] 13.1 x 7.0 x 0.9 cm (5.2 x 2.8 x 0.4 in)
Weight 132 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers Yes
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key No
Home Key Yes
Input / Keyboard Type Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
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Additional Information Messaging: SMS, MMS, IM, Yahoo, Google Talk
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Wallpapers
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Zoom / Magnification: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: Swype
Voicemail Key: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact: Email address, Other fields
Contact Groups: Yes
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, SMTP, Microsoft Exchange
PC Synchronization: OTA, SyncML
TV Out Info: HDMI
DLNA Support: Yes
Audio Formats: MP3, eAAC+, AAC+, AAC
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4, DivX
Streaming Video: Yes
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Mobile Hotspot: Yes
Radio: Yes (FM/RDS)
Viewable document types: DOC, DOCX, PDF, PPT, PPTX, XLS
Games: Downloadable, Pre-installed
Apps: Downloadable, Pre-installed
Included Software / Apps: -
To-Do / Task List, Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Stop Watch, Timer, Calculator, Weather, Maps, NotePad

Other Names (AKA): Samsung SGH-I727, Samsung Galaxy S II LTE
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