Samsung announces Galaxy Ace 2 and the Galaxy mini 2

Samsung today announced two new additions to its Galaxy lineup: the GALAXY Ace 2 and the GALAXY mini 2.

“Launched in 2011, GALAXY Ace and GALAXY mini have been a huge success in the global market. Today, we introduce GALAXY Ace 2 and GALAXY mini 2 with upgraded features and services,” said JK Shin, President of IT & Mobile Communications Division at Samsung Electronics. “Our goal remains the same—to continue to create new and improved mobile experiences that deliver something suitable for everyone. This is the hallmark of Samsung’s GALAXY range and what has made the GALAXY brand such a runaway hit with consumers around the world.”

Samsung Galaxy Ace 2Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 specifications:

  • Processor: 800MHz dual-core
  • Operating system: Google Android 2.3 with Samsung TouchWiz
  • Cellular connectivity: Quad-band GPRS/EDGE and dual-band HSDPA 14.4Mbps
  • Other connectivity: GPS, 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth 3.0, Optional NFC
  • Display: 3.8-inch WVGA (480×800) PLS LCD
  • Input: Capacitive touchscreen
  • Memory: 768MB RAM
  • Storage: 4GB onboard and microSD cards
  • Rear-facing camera: 5MP AF with flash
  • Front-facing camera: VGA
  • Battery: 1,500mAh
  • Dimensions / weight: 62.2 x 118.3 x 10.5 millimeters, 122 grams

Samsung Galaxy mini 2Samsung Galaxy mini 2 specifications:

  • Processor: 800MHz single-core
  • Operating system: Google Android 2.3 with Samsung TouchWiz
  • Cellular connectivity: Quad-band GPRS/EDGE and dual-band HSDPA 7.2Mbps
  • Other connectivity: A-GPS, 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 3.0, DLNA
  • Display: 3.27-inch HVGA (320×480) LCD
  • Input: Capacitive touchscreen
  • Memory: 512MB RAM
  • Storage: 4GB onboard and microSD cards
  • Rear-facing camera: 3MP FF
  • Front-facing camera: None
  • Battery: 1,300mAh
  • Dimensions / weight: 58.6 x 109.4 x 11.9 millimeters / 106.8 grams (NFC) or 58.6 x 109.4 x 11.6 millimeters / 105.3 grams (Non-NFC)

The Samsung GALAXY mini 2 will launch initially in France in March while the Samsung GALAXY Ace 2 will initially be available starting in the UK in April. Both will be rolled out globally but further details were not announced.

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