Samsung Galaxy S2 Lite GT-i9070

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 49 expert reviews

Excellent:

26
Good:

21
Average:

2
Bad:

0

Pros:

Speedy dual-core processor.
Big, vibrant screen.
Nice camera.

Cons:

Pricey.
Lower-resolution screen.

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Last revision on September 1, 2014

Reviewers Liked

Speedy dual-core processor
Big, vibrant screen
Nice camera
Good call quality
Powerful, dual-core processor
Can upgrade to a new phone in as little as 11 months
Strong performance
Fun built-in camera effects

Reviewers Didn't Like

Pricey
Lower-resolution screen
Slower-than-average 4G modem
Not 4G LTE compatible
Advertising offers appear as notifications
Below-average battery life
No white version available for AT&T
Display might be too large for some hands

Expert reviews and ratings

The Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) phone installs and runs apps with ease on its 1.4 GHz processor. App storage might get a little tight with only 2 GB of onboard memory, especially if you leave a lot of videos on the phone.I recommend using the free Dropbox...

By examiner.com on August 30, 2013

The Samsung Galaxy S II for Virgin Mobile gets you a lot of power and 4G speeds, but it comes at a steep...

By PC Mag on December 05, 2012

And so we come to the end of our epic Samsung Galaxy S2 review – and we know some of you might have jumped straight here to see what we think. However, if you're considering purchasing this phone, we recommend you take a look through our review, as...

By TechRadar AU on August 14, 2012

The popular Samsung Galaxy S II makes its way to U.S....

By LaptopMag on April 25, 2012

If you desperately need or want 4G connectivity on your phone and live or work in an area that's effectively serviced by Telstra's 4G network, the Galaxy S II 4G's fast data speeds will certainly impress you. However, newer phones like the HTC One X...

By Good Gear Guide on April 24, 2012

With venerable specs, including a terrific camera and large, beautiful screen, the Samsung Galaxy S II is holding true to its claim to fame as the everyman's high-end Android...

By cnet on February 21, 2012

BUILD & DESIGNAs far as design is concerned, the Skyrocket is unfortunately another one of those "me too" devices that are currently flooding the market. The bezel that wraps around the sides of the phone is a very dark hematite gray, and everything else...

By Brighthand on January 04, 2012

It's one of the best Android phones, period. The Galaxy S II can take on the iPhone, take on newer...

By GadgetReview on December 01, 2011

If you live in an area that gets AT&T's LTE network, we highly recommend the powerful and beautiful Samsung Galaxy S II...

By CNET Australia on November 10, 2011

100

The Galaxy S2 is an exceptional phone that blows the competition away. Review The Samsung Galaxy is a massively popular phone, and Samsung are hoping to pull off the same trick with their follow-up, the Samsung Galaxy S2. And based on our experiences...

By tech.uk.msn.com on November 07, 2011

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