Samsung today announced that the Galaxy S II has become the fastest selling smartphone in the company’s history. Samsung reached the 3 million sales mark for Galaxy S II handset in 55 days, which was 30 days faster than the record setting original Galaxy S launch in 2010.

“Announced at Mobile World Congress 2011, the GALAXY S II represents our most advanced smartphone to date and demonstrates Samsung's commitment to deliver premium, market-defining devices," said JK Shin, President and Head of Samsung's Mobile Communications Business. “This milestone reflects the continued strong support from our carrier partners around the world who have chosen the GALAXY S II as their flagship Android device."

Though the sales numbers of Samsung Galaxy S II are impressive but they are nowhere near the record-breaking iPhone 4 launch. Apple sold over 3-million iPhone 4 handsets in first three weeks of launch, even though the phone was launched in only six countries initially.
[Via Electronista]