Samsung Galaxy S III launch date moved to June 27th

Canadians will need to wait a bit longer to enjoy their Samsung Galaxy S III (which we just reviewed below). Samsung's just made it known that due to unprecedented demand, the GSIII will be coming to Canada on June 27th instead of the original launch date of June 20th.  It isn't certain if this is a global delay or just a Canada specific issue. I've also reached out to Samsung to find out if this applies to in-store stock as well as pre-ordered carrier phones. Below is the whole release.

Due to unprecedented global demand, with more than 9 million carrier pre-orders to date, the highly anticipated GALAXY S III will now be available for purchase beginning June 27^th through leading Canadian wireless carriers and authorized national retailers. Some models and colour options may not be available at all locations.  Most carriers and retailers are offering the choice to register on-line for updates on the GALAXY S III, and some partners are offering their customers the chance to pre-order the GALAXY S III.  We expect any shortages to be short lived as we ramp up production to meet this unprecedented global demand.

Review: Samsung Galaxy S III LTE

Text and photos by Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

During the deep dive briefing with Samsung two weeks ago, I had the chance of comparing the new Samsung Galaxy S III with its predecessors the original Samsung Galaxy S and the Galaxy S II. It became clear that while the earlier Galaxy models were aimed at being the best technology that Samsung could offer at the time but the Galaxy S III is being fielded as a game changer designed to challenge our perceptions of what a smartphone should be.

Coming to Canada on June 27th, the Samsung Galaxy S III will be available from most carriers including Bell, Rogers, Telus, Mobilicity, Wind Mobile and others. Hit jump for my full review.

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