Now that the smoke has cleared, we can get a better look at the Samsung Galaxy S III and all it has to offer. First off, it’s a large device with a 4.85-inch display that almost puts it into the phablet category. It may be big but it’s still pretty thin and lightweight, measuring 8.8mm thick and weighing 133 grams. You’ll have two colors to choose from when deciding on the Samsung Galaxy S III: Pebble Blue and Marble White. The device’s design is described as that of a “smoothed pebble” and features rounded edges, a small bezel and glossy finish. It’s chock full of features — some old, some new — and will be available in Europe by the end of the month.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2lpLGb1WW8E

Here it is, the first commercial for the Samsung Galaxy S III.

[Update: The event is over, stay tuned for more coverage on the Samsung Galaxy S III]

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We’re only a couple hours away from getting the real scoop on the “Next Galaxy” from Samsung. We’ve endured countless rumors, leaks, and shameless fakes, but now it’s time to set the record straight and see just what Samsung has to unpack at this year’s London event. We’re all expecting to see the Samsung Galaxy S III and when it’s finally unveiled I’m betting it will be the must-have device of 2012.

There’s no question Samsung has been the dominant force in the Android world. They’ve managed to nail multiple Nexus devices, and even managed to convince the world it needed a phablet. So it came as no surprise when Samsung announced record Q1 profits for 2012. Samsung pulled in nearly $40 billion in sales and a record $5.1 billion in operating profit (around $4.46 billion after taxes). Samsung has its mobile division to thank for the strong showing as it accounted for 78% of their profits. Samsung is banking on their upcoming Samsung Galaxy S III to push profits even higher in Q2 and they’re already saying it will be “our most successful smartphone ever.”