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The Samsung Galaxy Star is an Indian smartphone which was announced by Samsung Electronics in April 2013, and subsequently released in May 2013. Like all other Samsung Galaxy smartphones, the Galaxy Star runs on the Android mobile operating system. The phone features a 3.0 inch touchscreen, which is capable of multitouch. The phone also features dual-sim capabilities. Many users have found that the device's capabilities are limited, seeing it as a low-end smartphone. The device is only capable of operating on 2G networks. At Rs 5,000, it was the cheapest smartphone on the Indian market when reviewed in July 2013.

Specifications
The phone is only available in India. It is only capable of operating on 2G networks, unlike most Samsung Galaxy smartphones. The phone follows the candybar form factor for smartphones, and features a plastic exterior. The Galaxy Star features a 1GHz processor, and comes equipped with 4 gigabytes of internal storage, which can be upgraded to 32 gigabytes through the use of an SD card. Because the device comes with a modified version of the Android 4.1 software, Samsung has stated that CPU usage is conducted in a more efficient way to ensure longer battery life. The device features an accelerometer intended to translate natural gestures into commands on the phone; for example, if the phone is ringing and the user turns it face down, it will stop ringing, or if the user wishes to establish a Bluetooth or wireless internet connection, they can shake the device and it will automatically connect. However, users have found that these gestures are often poorly recognised, resulting in the device performing unwanted tasks. It is not the first device to have these features; the HTC Desire Z introduced these features in 2010.

Reception
Because the Samsung Galaxy Star was only released in India, there is a lack of credible reviews for the device. According to The Times of India, the Samsung Galaxy Star is a decent device capable of providing users with an adequate mobile experience. The Times of India found the screen to be very small and of poor quality. However, they have stated that this is understandable considering this is the cheapest smartphone in India. Furthermore, the device excels in terms of web browsing and communication, despite the fact that it sometimes experiences difficulties with maintaining an online connection. The device has access to the Google Play Store, however, it is not capable of running many newer apps. Many older apps which do not require as much processing power still function normally on the device. Some features, such as pinch-to-zoom, cause the device to lag, which is a direct result of its lack of RAM.

Many reviewers have criticized the device due to its lack of a GPS, which has become the norm for modern day smartphones. Reviewers have agreed that the phone excels in terms of battery life, which is a result of Samsung modifying the operating system to control battery drainage. Despite the fact that the device only has a 2 MP camera, reviewers have found that the camera is capable of taking clear pictures with adequate picture quality.