features
A phone for speedier web browsing

Your Samsung Galaxy S® II takes full advantage of 4G speed. Couple the dual core processing power with 4G speeds and the result is jaw-dropping. Downloading movies and multitasking between apps is faster than ever!

The brightest, most colorful screen

This 4.52” Super AMOLED™ Plus Screen brings vivid and sharp images to life. See every intricate detail and experience rich colors and dazzling images. The screen size is noticeably bigger than almost all other leading Smartphones, but in a surprisingly compact size. Just wait until your friends compare their phone screen to your 4.52” Super AMOLED Plus screen of the Galaxy S II. We hope your friend isn't a sore loser!
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Green guides show you the way

In an effort to provide our customers with the latest in technology and the best user-experience, we've provided an new environmental-friendly alternative to a printed paper guide. Virtual Guides provide a "one-stop" support experience with everything from User Guides, Support Videos, Commercials, and Simulations. Take the our next step in going green.


SGH-T989 Galaxy S II Virtual User Guide – ENGLISH

Entertaining with movies and TV shows

Thousands of premium movies and TV shows are now at your fingertips with Samsung Media Hub. You can begin watching them in seconds thanks to progressive download optimized for mobile phones. You'll also have access to Netflix and TV on T-Mobile TV in Mobile HD**, as well as HD console gaming with all the coolest games to choose from. And if a movie, game or website is based on Adobe® Flash® Technology, your Galaxy S® II can handle it perfectly.

Shoot super sharp photos and videos

Shoot your own crisp and clear photos with the Galaxy S II from the 8MP camera with built in flash. You also have a 1080p camcorder so you can record HD quality videos just like a professional. Other camcorders are considered HD quality at 720p, so the 1080p quality of the Galaxy S II gives you a true HD recording experience. To stay in touch face to face with friends and family, there is also a 2MP front facing camera and QIK® preloaded for video chats.

Check out our camera tips and tricks and start enjoying dazzling, detail-rich photos in a snap.

Sync and share digital content with AllShare™

Transform your digital living experience by enjoying your content on multiple screens, anytime, anywhere. You can wirelessly stream your movies, music and photos from your smartphone, or tablet to your Smart TV, PC and to other DLNA Certified® devices. Samsung AllShare™ seamlessly puts your music, memories and videos in harmony.
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Optimized for business

Galaxy S II supports Exchange ActiveSync® for push email, contacts, and calendars, along with features like global address lookup (GAL), and the ability to create and respond to meeting requests. And if you need to send or request documents while you’re out of the office, Galaxy S II lets you view, edit, and create Microsoft®-compatible documents, spreadsheets, and presentations. This device also offers Security and IT departmental control via device management, on-device encryption and remote lock and wipe.

 

*Battery power consumption depends on factors such as network configuration, signal strength, operating temperature, features selected, vibrate mode, backlight settings, browser use, frequency of calls and voice, data and other application usage patterns.
**Mobile HD TV can deliver a bitrate of 800kbps and 16:9 resolution; the bitrate & resolution you experience will vary based on many factors, e.g., programming, network connection, & device.
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Playback on the Galaxy S II in HD-like quality.
Screen images simulated. Appearance of device may vary. Some features may not be available in all areas. "4G" used in conjunction with a Samsung product refers to it operating with the identified carrier's applicable 4G network. Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google, Inc. Adobe and Flash are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. Other company and product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners.

specifications
Carrier
  • T-Mobile
    T-Mobile

    Provides who the cell phone carrier is for this model of phone.


Size
  • Product Dimensions: 5.11" (L) x 2.71" (W) x .37" (D)
    Product Dimensions: 5.11" (L) x 2.71" (W) x .37" (D)

    Height, width and depth of the phone, measured in inches (in.).


  • Weight: 4.77 oz.
    Weight: 4.77 oz.

    Weight of the phone, measured in ounces (oz.).


Color
  • Titanium
    Titanium

    Choice of colors (exterior design) that a cellphone model is currently available in.


Battery
  • Standby Time: Up to 167 Hrs*
    Standby Time: Up to 167 Hrs*

    Amount of time available in Sleep mode in which a phone's display is inactive to save power, but not totally shut down. Smartphone Battery Life Time Test Procedures


  • Continuous Usage Time: Up to 7 Hrs*
    Continuous Usage Time: Up to 7 Hrs*

    Battery power consumption depends on factors such as network configuration, signal strength, operating temperature, features selected, vibrate mode, backlight settings, browser use, frequency of calls and voice, data and other application usage patterns. Smartphone Battery Life Time Test Procedures


  • Battery Type and Size: 1850 mAh
Network
  • Frequencies and Data Type: HSPA+/UMTS Quad-band : 850/1700/1900/2100MHz; GSM Quad-band: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
  • SAR Value: Head 0.35 W/kg
    SAR Value: Head 0.35 W/kg

    SAR stands for Specific Absorption Rate which is the unit of measurement for the amount of RF energy absorbed by the head when using a mobile phone.


  • SAR Value: Body 0.99 W/kg
    SAR Value: Body 0.99 W/kg

    SAR stands for Specific Absorption Rate which is the unit of measurement for the amount of RF energy absorbed by the body when using a mobile phone.


Platform
  • Android 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich
CPU / Processor
  • Processor Speed, Type: 1.5 GHz, Dual Core (Qualcomm Snapdragon S3)
Display
  • Display Resolution: 480x800 pixels
  • Display Size: 4.52”
  • Display Technology: Super AMOLED™ Plus
  • Has Touchscreen
    Has Touchscreen

    Technology that enables users to interact with a phone by touching images, words, or icons on the display.


Camera
  • Rear-facing Camera: 8MP
    Rear-facing Camera: 8MP

    Number of pixels across and down that are used to capture an image. More pixels, the sharper the photo.


  • Front-facing Camera: 2MP
Connectivity
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth®
Memory
  • Internal Memory: 16GB
  • Memory: Supports microSD™ card
    Memory: Supports microSD™ card

    Hardware device or memory card that connects to a phone for the purpose of receiving and storing data.


Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notification