US Cellular officially announces the launch of the Galaxy S II

While we all know the four major players here in the states get the latest and greatest devices, we sometimes forget about the other guys. US Cellular being one of the other guys that should never be over looked as a provider of service as well as great devices. They stay in line with some of the hottest devices, even if a few months behind the times. We all know the SGSII has a 4.5-inch Super AMOLED screen, 1.2GHz dual-core Exynos C210 processor, 8MP HD camera, silly little TouchWiz and Android 2.3. What is unclear though is Ice Cream Sandwich updates for this particular launch.

As for the price tag, you will be looking to snag this one up for $230 after a $100 mail in rebate. The press release below didn’t offer up a specific launch date, but at least you know something great is on the way to your regional carrier that you love so much.

SAMSUNG GALAXY SÂ II COMING SOON TO U.S. CELLULAR

Android-PoweredÂ Smartphone DeliversÂ High-Speed Multi-tasking Capabilities

CHICAGO (Feb. 21, 2012) -Â U.S. Cellular (NYSE: USM) and Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile)Â announced the upcoming availability of theÂ Samsung Galaxy S^Â®Â II. The Androidâ„¢-powered smartphone is designed to deliver advanced multimedia features with a powerhouseÂ 1.2 GHz dual-core processor. The 4.5-inch Super AMOLED Plus display shows brilliant colors, providing a vivid and crisp viewing experience.Â The Galaxy S II runs on U.S. Cellular’s high-speed nationwide 3G network, which has the highest call quality and network satisfaction of any national carrier. It will be available for $229.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate.

The Galaxy S II is ideal for the multi-tasker who also wants easy access to entertainment wherever they go.Â You can quickly update your calendar and browse the web to read the latest news, check the weather or get driving directions. The multimedia functions allow you and your family to keep up with your favorite TV shows and keep the kids entertained while you’re traveling with HD Games.Â With its superior screen display, camera, webcam and access to thousands of helpful applications in the Android Marketâ„¢, customersÂ will be able to get more done throughout the day.

“TheÂ Galaxy S IIÂ is the ultimate phone for people looking to simplify and organize their lives,” said Edward Perez, vice president of sales and marketing operations for U.S. Cellular. “The features combined with U.S. Cellular’s unique benefits, like our Battery Swap, make it the go-to deviceÂ for customers who depend on their smartphone to keep up with their busy schedules.”

Highlighted features:

Â·Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 1.2 GHz dual-core processor (Samsung Exynos C210)

Â·Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Powered by Androidâ„¢ 2.3 (Gingerbread)

Â·Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 8-megapixel rear-facing camera with LED Flash

Â·Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Swypeâ„¢ technology for quick text, picture and video messaging

Â·Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 16 GB user memory – supports up to 32GB microSDâ„¢ cards

Smartphone enthusiasts who switch to U.S. Cellular get unique benefits, like new phones faster without continuously signing contracts, free Overage Protection and can participate in U.S. Cellular’s Trade-In Program. Through the U.S. Cellular Trade-In Program, customers can receive up to $150 on qualifying smartphones by trading in their current phone.

U.S. Cellular offers customers the only points-based rewards program in the industry to get benefits for doing simple things like paying their wireless bill on time, adding a line or referring friends and family. Points can be used for new phones faster, additional lines, devices, accessories and ringtones. It’s one of the reasons U.S. Cellular has the happiest customers in wireless.

For more information about all of U.S. Cellular’s deals, plans and phones, and other restrictions on these offers, visit any U.S. Cellular store, go toÂ uscellular.comÂ or check out U.S. Cellular on Facebook.

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The Samsung Galaxy S II will be available for $229.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate. Purchase of a data plan is required, and a new two-year agreement and activation fee may apply for new customers. Additional terms, conditions and/or charges may apply.