Samsung stayed true to its role as the largest producer of Android phones by announcing two more handsets that run on Google's OS. The Ace 2 and Mini 2 hopes to continue the success of their predecessors and continue to satisfy the need for Samsung Android phones. Let's look at the details of these upcoming Android smartphones for 2012.

A larger version of the already huge Samsung Galaxy Note smartphone may be unveiled later this month.Recent leaks and rumors show that Samsung might be preparing to announce a device called the Galaxy Note 10.1.

Here some good news for Samsung Epic 4G Touch owners. It appears that Sprint is already testing the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update for its Samsung Galaxy S II variant.

It appears that HTC handsets are not the only phones to get the coveted Android 4 Ice Cream Sandwich version next month. Two premium Android phones from Samsung might also receive the anticipated software update on the first day of March.

Dual-core processors set the trend for premium smartphones in 2011. However, rumors and leaks suggest that smartphones powered by quad-core processors will take center stage in 2012. Some of these powerful devices have already been exposed and gave us a preview of things to come. The powerful processors on these phones can provide plenty of exciting possibilities such as faster performance, improved battery life, support for sharper screen resolutions, and enhanced gameplay quality. Let's look at some the quad-core mobile phones that are expected to be available this year.

Do you prefer to have one's handset in white? If you do, then these updates might stoke one's interest. Two white models of popular smartphones were announced recently. Nokia introduced a white version of its Lumia 800 Windows Phone Mango handset while Samsung will release a Galaxy Nexus in pure snowy color.

Let's look at the details of these smartphones in white. 

The Galaxy S III is one of the most anticipated Android smartphones for 2012 so it's not surprising that rumors concerning it are pouring every week. Most of the rumors are centered on its launch, which was set later than expected when Samsung indicated that it will not debut at MWC. This time a new rumor indicates that the third-generation Galaxy S phone will arrive in May sporting a very thin profile.

Software updates for several Android handsets from various carriers have began to roll out. These new updates for the HTC EVO Shift 4G, Samsung Replenish, Motorola Atrix 2, Droid Razr, and DROID Razr MAXX include new features, battery life improvements, performance enhancements, and more.

Let's look at the details of the software updates for these Android devices after the break.

The smartphone rumor mill is really rolling today. Exciting rumors on two of the most anticipated smartphones that are coming in 2012 are circulating the web. Check out these exciting rumors on the Galaxy S II and iPhone 5 after the break.