There are rumours suggesting that Samsung’s Galaxy Note 2, the follow on from its fairly successful first device of the same name, may be launched earlier than expected.

The suggestion comes after it was realised that the Note 2 will be showcased in August at the IFA show. One commentator, who is considered a reliable and accurate source, said: “Samsung will unveil the Galaxy Note 2 during the IFA 2012, a consumer electronics show held in Berlin, Germany in late August.”

The launch was originally thought to be in October.

The commentator also confirmed what others had thought about one feature of the Galaxy Note 2, namely that it will possess a 5.5-inch display screen. Other features, however, are still now known, but if the rumour of its appearance at the IFA is correct then this information will be known very soon.

Meanwhile, another of Samsung’s flagship devices has arrived in the UK. The Galaxy Beam is available now SIM-free at a cost of £389.99, or is expected to be available on contract next week. Deals are not known as yet, but experts think it should be available free for around £31 per month. There is also a suggestion that deals may include around 600 free minutes, unlimited texts and 250MB data; however, this is simply speculation.

The phone itself has been described as rather ordinary except in one respect – it possesses a projector that can provide a 50-inch display screen.