[Mark Hodgkinson]

No equivalent iPhone model we know about

This is unofficial, for now, but it looks as though Samsung are set to release a blinged up edition of the Galaxy SII at IFA tonight as part of their Unpacked event.

The Samsung Galaxy SII Crystal is said to be adorned with 129 Swarovski crystals, and instead of the plastic glossy coating it uses a 'leather-like' material.

Technical characteristics of the phone remain the same and include the dual-core Exynos, 4,3 inch Super AMOLED Plus, and 8 megapixels. camera.

Apparently the Crystal edition is set to go on sale in October at an estimated price of $750 dollars. Hopefully we'll get details on UK pricing soon enough.