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[Galaxy S II General] ankydu:
Well pre-order does assure you early delivery as pre-order assures you the product from the first batch the retailer gets. But as you might have seen some people have reported dead pixels on screen, so I would strongly suggest you to buy it from your local retailer after proper examination of the screen before you give them your money.
[Galaxy S II General] far1983:
I have got a mobile for my mom from Lets buy... Thr packing is simple... one big box and inside that the default mobile box covered in the bursting plastic cover (sorry no clue wat that is called.. but i make sure i burst all the plastic moles off :D good pastime :D).. and they delivered the next day of the order... I am from Chennai.. if that makes any difference...
[Galaxy S II General] android_master:
Yup exactly:D
[Galaxy S II General] vu2ikl:
@far1983 ofcourse that makes difference. Thats super fast. Delhi to chennai in 1 day awesome.

Okok.. i wont be impatient :p

Its better to get the phone properly checked before buying. Agreed.

Thanks..
[Galaxy S II General] RiteshDarbar:
I ordered Galaxy SL on sunday with a coupon code shared on this forum to save 1K.

It was shipped yesterday evening. Blue Dart Tracking info they gave is not working correctly.

Their Customer Care is ordinary and available only between 9 AM to 7PM and this info is missing from their website.

BTW, their customer care rep said that they don't have option to cancel the order.

One tip if you are ordering from letsbuy opt for cash on delivery, never use CC as it take one day for them to process money transfer which delays shipping the product by one day.
[Galaxy S II General] manbearpig86:
Nice.. 10 pages worth of material in 1 day..

Well I am guessing we will all have our grubby hands on this monster by 1st week of june.. Eagerly waiting for it :)

:D
[Galaxy S II General] tarun.nair:
SGS2 already Sold out on Letsbuy

:eek: :eek: :eek: :eek:

SGS2 is already sold out on Letsbuy.

http://www.letsbuy.com/samsung-galaxy-sii-p-16877
[Galaxy S II General] arjun90:
Lol (LetsBuy.com Marketing At Its Best!)

Wow, that's hard to believe, because I'm sure nobody would have appreciated the price at that site. Dealers would have a better chance in selling out than Online Sites during the launch. I'm wondering...:confused:

Read my title.
[Galaxy S II General] arjun90:
ALERT (Clearing Runway for Samsung Galaxy S2) / South Korea to IGI Airport, Delhi***

By the end of the day today, you should expect to see a bunch of information compiled here by me,

http://samsunggalaxys2review.org/

http://samsunggalaxys2review.org/samsung-galaxy-s2-india-release-live-updates-may-25th-2011

Samsung Galaxy S2 India Release: Live Updates! (May 25th, 2011)

Includes--Everything you need to know about the Samsung Galaxy S2 in India.

- Cheers Everybody! =)

:)
[Galaxy S II General] MrDpak:
Did any of you guys pre-order from letsbuy.com ? If yes did they give an expected delivery date ?
[Galaxy S II General] mahistuffs:
Sold out already? Are we going to see very short supply during the initial weeks...that will be bad :(
[Galaxy S II General] android_master:
I am in Delhi now & as i have said yesterday..........

Getting this monster SGS 2 this Saturday 29th May:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D
[Galaxy S II General] SeRaph.gk:
Guys the univercell.in site says its available at 28k (aprox). Can you guys confirm.
[Galaxy S II General] ronak_1078:
I am from delhi too :D where are you getting it from on saturday?? I want one tooooo plz tell me!!
[Galaxy S II General] android_master:
yar i study in Pune{hometown in delhi},in delhi right now for holidays,,i am getting SGS 2 ON 29th in Mumbai{i am going to Mumbai on 28th}......

Cheers
[Galaxy S II General] Shylesh:
Wait! What the hell is happening with Flipkart

Greetings Shyleshananth!

As a follow up to our previous mail, we would like to inform you that, Samsung as per their global tie-up with Vodafone, the retail of Galaxy S2 will be exclusive at Vodafone stores (offline and online) worldwide till June 9, 2011. They get an exclusive distribution window for the first 10 days post launch. Post June 10, 2011, Samsung Galaxy S2 will be available with us and the regular retailers.

Please revert for further assistance.

Regards,

Vinod

Flipkart Customer Support

www.flipkart.com

The store at your door
[Galaxy S II General] android_master:
Please don't buy it online:mad::mad:

I am a regular in xda for quite some time now.There are reports saying that some has not got a wall charger or earphone in the packaging.Screen problem in some pieces{yellowish tint on bottom left side}.

It's much much much better to wait & get it from a shop directly:D:D,see the entire packaging & phone,,do not waste it by ordering it via online please:mad::mad:
[Galaxy S II General] manbearpig86:
awww man.. so I have to take a ****ing vodafone connection if I want it before june 10th.. What if I already have a vodafone connection?

Also guys I was wondering what things should we check when buying it in shops and how should we check it?
[Galaxy S II General] mahistuffs:
I would like to make the same statement...but @ Chennai none of the dealers are giving any date...most say will call you back :(
[Galaxy S II General] dhruvmalik:
In the case of Vodafone selling the device, it will be the SAME as the version released after June 10th, Only difference will be Branding. Changing the ROM and so on will be required as the O2 - UK guys did to remove all the crapware Vodafone is giving.
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
This is crazy!!!!! So now I can add Vodaphone to my hate list as well!!!:D
[Galaxy S II General] dhruvmalik:
Another thing to consider, whether the Vodafone version will be "locked" like a few 02 versions or will it just include some Vodafone Bloatware crap and the rest, the same.

Hmm......

The crap Samsung makes us think of before making a purchase. I think its easier to buy a car than pick up this phone.
[Galaxy S II General] Tanmay®:
Can't really say that the Vodafone Branding will be on the ROM too. I'd bought an HD2 a year back which had Tata Docomo Branding all over the Box but inside it was just as good as a retail global unit.
[Galaxy S II General] dhruvmalik:
Could be another possibility, although Vodafone does tend to brand their device in some way or the other. It would suck to have a BIG Vodafone Sign in the Front......
[Galaxy S II General] android_master:
launch is near
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
This vodaphone this has killed all my excitement!!! I dont want vodaphone to be written anywhere on my phone!!!
[Galaxy S II General] Tanmay®:
Follow @MobiGyaan and @sethrishi on Twitter for live updates of the event.
[Galaxy S II General] android_master:
This is how it looks like
[Galaxy S II General] android_master:
Thats bull****,you will get gsm phone{not locked to a carrier in India apart from Steve jobs iphone}
[Galaxy S II General] deepforest:
All right we are minutes away from the #GalaxyS2Ind announcement event, here at Taj Man Singh, Delhi http://yfrog.com/gzr7scrj
[Galaxy S II General] android_master:
Super amoled plus+1.2ghz exynos confirmed for india:D:D
[Galaxy S II General] deepforest:
galaxy s2 launching Live at Taj Maan Singh India

We will be covering Samsung Galaxy S II launch live here.

http://yfrog.com/gy2e69qj This is how the Galaxy SII looks like #GalaxyS2Ind
[Galaxy S II General] deepforest:
Galaxy s2 Launching live at Taj Maan singh Delhi Price disclosed

Samsung Galaxy SII priced at Rs 32890!! #awesome
[Galaxy S II General] android_master:
Samsung galaxy s2 priced at Rs 32,890
[Galaxy S II General] android_master:
Good price,now i need it this weekend itself:D:D
[Galaxy S II General] android_master:
Sgs2 in India for 32890. Vodafone to sell from 3rd June, stores from 9th June.
[Galaxy S II General] Tanmay®:
Will be first launched by Vodafone on the 3rd June. Other retailers will get it by 9th June!
[Galaxy S II General] dhruvmalik:
So NOW ITS OFFICIAL....

I just got off the phone with a friend who is a VP at Vodafone Gujarat Operations Division...

Vodafone SGS II will have BOXED Branding, NO Branding ON DEVICE, Vodafone Services App Preloaded, NO OS Bloatware besides 1 App.
[Galaxy S II General] hacksome:
AHA!!.. Now I'm relieved. I didn't pay that much premium ! (37). Not terrible.
[Galaxy S II General] manbearpig86:
So how do we get it? have to buy a vodafone connection?

Edit: As in can people with existing connection get it? :)
[Galaxy S II General] android_master:
Vodafone is getting a six day exclusivity for the device, they will start selling from June 3, while normal stores will get it from June 9.
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
Do retailers sell it at a lesser price than the mrp???
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
Is it possible that it will be leaked to normal retailers as well during this period???:D
[Galaxy S II General] android_master:
Much lower,what he is expecting it to be Rs 25,000 at retailers:mad::mad:

Not going to cost less than Rs 30,000 at any cost,if it is,i'll be very surprised
[Galaxy S II General] android_master:
MRP is Rs 32,890.................what can be the street price???;);)
[Galaxy S II General] hacksome:
NFC IS THERE!! http://twitpic.com/52888s
[Galaxy S II General] manbearpig86:
NFC confirmed.. woot :D

http://twitpic.com/52888s

Though I wonder if it's of any use here in india..
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
But would it be lower than 32890??? Why i am asking is if retailers sell at lower prices then il try n negotiate ;)! I am looking to buy it as soon as it releases....so not expecting retailers to lower the price!!
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
So Samsung's official twitter was reliable atlast eh ;)!! All info they gave was correct!!!
[Galaxy S II General] android_master:
Samsung Galaxy S2 launched in India

Features-

1) 4.3 Super amoled plus

2) NFC Chip

3) 1.2 Ghz Exynos processor

4) USB on the go

Price:-- MRP Rs 32,890

Availability:- 3rd june vodafone exclusive & 9th june other retailers all over india

The galaxy SII preordes start tomorrow online for Rs 1000. Will be available from June 3 in vodafone stores & from 9th june in other stores
[Galaxy S II General] manbearpig86:
Woops.. I think it's not confirmed, Conflicting reports..

Samsung also confirmed the specifications of India version of Samsung Galaxy S II, and yes it will have the 1.2 GHz Exynos processor with Super AMOLED Plus display. Those of you waiting for the NFC hardware in the device, I have the disappointing news – Indian version will not feature NFC chip.

Developing story…

from

http://androidos.in/2011/05/sansung-launches-galaxy-s2-in-india-for-inr-32890/
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
I wish someone breaks the date of 9th june and starts selling beforehand :)! Something tells me that this idiotic exclusivity is what caused the delay in its release in India!!! Vodaphone should be banned!!!!!
[Galaxy S II General] android_master:
F**k them,douche bags
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
But they showed a picture of the official spec sheet available at the event didnt they???? It clearly mentioned the nfc chip!!

Here's the link:
[Galaxy S II General] kannanX10:
No nfc for India...might be an old spec sheet
[Galaxy S II General] manbearpig86:
Hmm.. I think we need to wait a while before it's confirmed..

And vodafone exclusivity sucks.. Hope retailers break the date.. :D
[Galaxy S II General] shaik786:
How to preorder.I do not mind taking vodafone sim..
[Galaxy S II General] android_master:
old spec's sheet,uploaded on 25th may;);)

As per specs released by Samsung today, SGS2 released in India does have NFC!
[Galaxy S II General] android_master:
preorder starts from tomorrow
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
The participants in the event should have booooooo'd samsung when they announced the exclusivity ;)!
[Galaxy S II General] android_master:
This thing really sucks big time:mad::mad:
[Galaxy S II General] dhruvmalik:
Ok, lets agree on the following before this gets out of hand.

1) We would appreciate it if Samsung provides us NFC in the Indian Version.

2) We would also appreciate that we have future proofed our device.

3) Agree to the fact that NO VERSIONS Aside from Korean release have NFC

4) The probability that NFC will be included in the Indian release doesnt seem likely, although its stated it will be included.

5) Why would India get it and not regions which have a likelihood of implementation of NFC Standards quicker?

6) Do you really care if it had it? Would it refrain you from purchasing this device? Will it make you think any less of it after you purchase it?

If your answers are no, then move on from the NFC topic and lets chat about availability and sources...

P.S, it was a pleasure interacting with you all during the course of this device's release from April till date.
[Galaxy S II General] manbearpig86:
Seems that the plan they are offering is crap too..

Edit: Ok NFC confirmed..

androidos.in screwed up :D
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
Hey...confirm with ur dealer if he is still sticking giving the phone on 28th....if he is sure about it then it means that stocks would arrive before june for all dealers ;)!
[Galaxy S II General] manbearpig86:
Maybe we should all pool our money and convince (bribe) a retailer to break that date :D
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
Only problem is.......NFC is confirmed!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D

Who cares whether we use it ever or not :p! It should be in my phone if it was promised to be in it!!!
[Galaxy S II General] Tanmay®:
Here's the Official Spec Sheet http://cl.ly/3d1v2b3T3e1E3r3v3N34
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
Yeah...same as posted before by another user!!! :)
[Galaxy S II General] manbearpig86:
Samsung has tied up with Hungama for a music service.

lol :D
[Galaxy S II General] gurdeepsj:
cool....thanks for the pic
[Galaxy S II General] android_master:
ok,will call him and reply here
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
Hey...where can I follow the live updates????
[Galaxy S II General] android_master:
ha ha,this amuses me,UK which will be hosting 2012 olympic games will also be implementing NFC payment for olympics but UK version 1st stock does not have nfc;););)

ha ha,man we r lucky
[Galaxy S II General] arjun90:
Hooray!

Here!

http://samsunggalaxys2review.org/

- Cheers!

:D
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
Thanks man :)!!!

Edit: Doh...it doesnt have any updates!!!:mad:
[Galaxy S II General] zavenfoizon:
guys that meanz sgs2 will b 1st available in vodafone stores. So it wil b a cdma sgs2??
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
It means that you can buy S2 first from Vodaphone stores with Vodaphone connection!
[Galaxy S II General] arjun90:
Oh man, Chris, the administrator is not logged in to update the site, damn! I have to have a word with him. In the mean time I will actively post the updates here! - Cheers! :)
[Galaxy S II General] dhruvmalik:
Read the last few lines of that Image...

"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 compatibilities of the product are subject to change without notice or obligation. "

Which means that NFC - May or May Not - be included and this Spec Sheet should be taken with a pinch of salt.
[Galaxy S II General] arjun90:
From SamsungGalaxyS2Review.org, By: Arjun =p

Latest Information for India. This post is actively updated! :cool:
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
Thanks man!! Cheers!!!
[Galaxy S II General] arjun90:
Virtual Celebration on XDA!

Check my recent post above your's. - Cheers! ;)

Party hard!
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
YEah saw that :)!!!!!

Hey...what do you guys suggest....pre-order or buy the unit from retailers?? Pre-orders would carry the free accessories with them!!
[Galaxy S II General] xp3rto:
a well known dealer in hyderabad confirmed it saying that it'll be available by 28th but limited stock !
[Galaxy S II General] arjun90:
NFC Confirmed! Don't Underestimate this baby! =)

BTW--AndroidOS.in has confirmed NFC. Previously, it stated the Indian version would not have NFC, but guess that just changed a moment ago. They must have had a word with the Samsung representatives. Word-for-word, lol. :D
[Galaxy S II General] Enthrall:
I'm still not sure whether the NFC Chip is present or not. It doesn't matter to me either way. However, out of curiosity - would this lead to an increase in the phone's thickness like the Korean version? It'd be great it someone could get that info from the event.

Some write the TV-Tuner card in the Korean version was responsible for the thickness, while others maintain it was because of the NFC hardware.
[Galaxy S II General] arjun90:
Here!

http://androidos.in/2011/05/sansung-launches-galaxy-s2-in-india-for-inr-32890/

:cool:
[Galaxy S II General] arjun90:
Retailers, Letsbuy.com is out-of-stock, so sit-tight. =p
[Galaxy S II General] mrigeshgaurav:
Back on letsbuy

Guys, its back on letsbuy.com for preorder. Are the accesories worth the extra price we would be paying compared to the street price?
[Galaxy S II General] arjun90:
Oh yes!

There is a new post like every few minutes on this thread. Its like bidding on eBay! LOL. :eek::p;):D:):cool:
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
In delhi or mumbai?? If in delhi could you give me the contact info as well plzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz :)!
[Galaxy S II General] Enthrall:
He said a well known dealer in "Hyderabad" :P

Xp3rto, could you post/PM some contact information, location of the Dealer please?
[Galaxy S II General] speedyavi:
looks like the retailers too do not want to wait till the 9th. Just got off the phone with one. They are trying to find a way to get them out earlier. he will get back to me on that by tomorrow. fingers crossed...or there is always the 9th of June.
[Galaxy S II General] manbearpig86:
Hey guyz I am also wondering on the same thing.. Are the accessories worth the extra price?? :)
[Galaxy S II General] xp3rto:
sorry boss i am from hyderabad ! :mad:
[Galaxy S II General] shaik786:
I am from hyderabad.. contact information please
[Galaxy S II General] manbearpig86:
Yup.. am also going to be there by 28th evening..

requesting contact information :)
[Galaxy S II General] arjun90:
Honestly, some of those accessories could already be included in the Retail Box. That is why I advise to wait for the actual product to be available across stores in India.
[Galaxy S II General] arjun90:
Already confirmed according AndroidOS.in

Earlier confirmed, then not confirmed, now confirmed again!

Wait 'till 5 o' clock in the evening and a summary of today's events will be posted.

Cheers! =)
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
I almost pre-ordered mine....but i changed my mind!! I think il buy from retailer only! With problems of dead pixels etc....its better to check and buy from retailers!!

Samsung service centers are a pain in the <you know what>!! Its better to check and buy and be happy about the purchase rather than ordering online and noticing any defect on the phone!!! Personally I dont enjoy products that go bad within first few weeks as it spoils the whole fun!!! Il rather let go of the accessories than take the risk of spoiling my excitement for this phone incase i receive a faulty piece!

And also some retailers might get this phone before 9th june.....while pre-ordering would mean you would get this phone after or on 9th june!!

Btw...if you wanna pre-order, use the coupon code RCOMLB1 (got it off another website)!! It knocks off 150 bucks from the booking amount :)!
[Galaxy S II General] sajadkhan806:
TO THOSE WHO R GOING FOR PRE ORDER

i followed omnia hd just like we all r following s2, when it was released on 14 aug. [ dekha date bi yaad hai ] it was announced for 33,000 [ including online bookin ], but after 2 weeks i got it for 28,000 only, so its better to wait for the street dealers and save that extra penny for UNDERWEARS.
[Galaxy S II General] manbearpig86:
Yes you are right.. It will be hard sending it back to the retailer by courier and what not..

I am wondering if there's any hope of a discount if there are sizable number of people going to the shop and getting it together.. In hyd I am thinking abt going with xp3rto..
[Galaxy S II General] Tanmay®:
Guys you can always cancel the Pre-Order. If those accessories are not a part of the original retail box then it makes sense to go in for what Letsbuy offers and pay in the few extra bucks.
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
But you lose the booking amount then!!
[Galaxy S II General] shaik786:
I am also from Hyderbad.. I am with you..please let me know..
[Galaxy S II General] shaik786:
Xp3rto and Manbearpig86...can you please give me Dealer contact information
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
Where are all the delhi guys??? Come on guys...we need to find some rule-breaking dealers ;)!!!!
[Galaxy S II General] zavenfoizon:
guys whoz gna buy frm mumbai or navi mumbai? Lets join and get some discount.
[Galaxy S II General] manbearpig86:
HAHA.. :D I hope many dealers break the date honestly.. As someone rightly said.. planning all this crap exclusivieties might be the reason for the delay... :mad:
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
yeah...i only said that ;)!!! Its evident....vodaphone had to develop some app for it as well!! Bloody idiots!!!

Personally I am a little bit disappointed!! I wish samsung had posted the release information on their twitter/facebook account before this event! 9 June is sooooooooooooo far!!! Was expecting it to be released this week itself....damn!!
[Galaxy S II General] android_master:
Contact him from mumbai,he is bringing it on 29th

Shop name:- Maaru NX,Vashi,Mumbai

Contact number:- 022-27801065,,09892983811
[Galaxy S II General] mrigeshgaurav:
Count me in too!!:D
[Galaxy S II General] ankydu:
I m from ncr. Come on guyz in delhi and ncr, we should also arrange a group buy for maximum discount, so who all are with me?
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
I am!!! :)

We need a dealer though!!
[Galaxy S II General] vickysud:
im from hyderabad too..anyone here knows any dealer in hyd to get it soon ?
[Galaxy S II General] shaik786:
So from Hyderabad

Xp3rto - has got the dealer details and going to share with us.

mrigeshgaurav

Manbearpig86

vickysud

shaik786
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
Samsung should atleast keep a working demo piece in all samsung outlets.....atleast we can use it before buying :)! Would be a nice way to test it out and would also make the wait till 9 june easier!!!
[Galaxy S II General] manbearpig86:
lol.. the number of hyderabadis is increasing so fast.. As of now it's

xp3rto

manbearpig86

shaik786

mrigeshgaurav

vickysud

Hoping xp3rto gets back to us with the contact details soon :)
[Galaxy S II General] ankydu:
Yeh we need a dealer, request people in delhi to look for dealers in their areas. Also please pm me who all are interested for group buy.
[Galaxy S II General] zavenfoizon:
man i dnt rili belive that guy. He seems very confuse. And the price tag he told me was 26 to 28k.

And TJ from where ul buy? Mumbai or delhi?

I am thnking to buy frm vodafone.
[Galaxy S II General] angynagpal:
Damn...they keep calling India one of the most corrupt nations!! Where is the damn corruption when we need it :p???? Come on dealers!!!
[Galaxy S II General] android_master:
Man,i am in delhi right now,somehow may be somehow want this device before 1st june:(:(:(

but how
[Galaxy S II General] harshet:
Me too. Could you send me the contact of the dealer from Hyderabad
[Galaxy S II General] shaik786:
From Hyderabad:

Xp3rto - Dealer Details to share

mrigeshgaurav

Manbearpig86

vickysud

shaik786

harshet
[Galaxy S II General] android_master:
Call them please_

1) Star Mobitel Ltd.

www.starmobitel.com - G - 26, South extn., Part - 1, Nd - 49, New Delhi -

011 41515151

2) Mobile Connect India

maps.google.co.in - Shop No.11, Palika Parking Shopping Complex, Connaught Place, New Delhi - 011 23329772

3) M. W. C. India

EA-156, Premier Shield Building, 1st Corner, Inderpuri, New Delhi - 011 25836882

4) Mobile World

1/5, Nehru Bazaar, Panchkuian Road, Pahar Ganj, New Delhi - 09373400075

5) Star Communications

38, Mahila Colony, Gandhi Nagar Main Road, Gandhi Nagar, New Delhi - 011 22079562
[Galaxy S II General] mahistuffs:
9th June is very far. 15 more days :(