Being able to access social networks from your mobile is one of the main attractions today. Samsung knows this and has introduced the new Samsung Star 3. A simple, completely tactile mobile that, although it pretends to be an entry-level terminal, allows the user to access their social profiles anywhere.
Samsung Star 3 is already the third generation of this family that has been sold in Spain for a few years. Its appearance is very similar to what can already be seen in the new range of the Korean manufacturer: rounded lines, proprietary user interface and touch screen. But let's take a closer look at what the new Samsung launch hides:
Design and display
It is not a terminal that is too big. Its measurements are 102 x 58 x 11.5 millimeters and it does not weigh 100 grams (it remains with 95 grams in total). Its design is rounded and very consistent with the lines that Samsung has presented in its latest launches. Meanwhile, its touch screen has a diagonal of three inches and achieves a maximum resolution of QVGA (320 x 240 pixels). On the other hand, it will be available in two colors: white or black, changing both the back cover where the battery of this Samsung Star 3 is housed and the front frame of the screen.
Connectivity
It is not a high-end mobile. And that is evident in the connections that the user will find once he is made with him. However, it is possible to connect to the Internet with high-speed Wi-Fi wireless points, as well as using a data network, although in this case they will not be 3G networks; the client must comply with an EDGE connection - everything will depend on the operator's coverage. In this way, you can access the profiles of the most famous social networks such as Twitter or Facebook.
On the other hand, there is also a standard 3.5 millimeter audio output and Bluetooth 3.0 technology. Samsung is one of the first companies to include this new version of the connection standard, which considerably improves the file transfer rate from one terminal to another. Although it will also serve to connect accessories such as wireless headphones or a handsfree.
As for the way in which the files will be transferred to the computer, a MicroUSB port will be used with which its battery can also be charged. Of course, to synchronize all the content of the mobile you must use the Samsung Kies software, which is free.
Finally, Samsung Star 3 has an internal storage capacity of 20 MB, although it is always possible to use memory cards in MicroSD format to store all kinds of files. Of course, the maximum capacity of the cards must be 16 GB.
Photo camera and multimedia
Samsung Star 3 also has a camera and its resolution will be 3.2 Megapixels with autofocus to square the images automatically. In addition, videos can be recorded, but a resolution of 176 x 144 pixels at a maximum of 15 images per second.
In addition, you can also listen to music with its integrated player, watch videos and even listen to radio stations thanks to its FM tuner. The formats compatible with this Samsung Star 3 are the following: MP3, AAC, AACï¼ ‹, eAAC＋, WMA, MPEG4, H.263.
Operating system and applications
This Samsung Star 3 does not have any known mobile platform installed; uses a proprietary Samsung operating system. Although its user interface is known to all fans of the company: the one known as TouchWiz; a way to make the presentation of icons and widgets attractive on the screen.
In addition, Samsung launched its instant messaging platform Samsung ChatON last year. And in Samsung Star 3 it will also be present. With which it will be possible to communicate with other mobiles on the market, especially those that have the Google icon system. As for the browser that will be used to visit Internet pages from the terminal, Opera Mini will be in charge of the mission.
But indisputably, this Samsung Star 3 is focused on communication and the main platforms will be present in it. Some examples are: Google Talk, Messenger, Facebook Chat, Yahoo, etc...
Battery and opinions
Although Samsung has not said anything about the autonomy to reach the new Samsung Star 3, yes it has provided information concerning ala capacity battery, which reaches 1,000 milliamps. In addition to its touch screen, the new Samsung terminal does not have too many connections or technologies that make it use too much energy. An example of this is the absence of 3G -a great enemy in this regard-.
Samsung Star 3 aims to be one of those responsible for users to start testing a touch mobile capable of updating social networks from the terminal itself. You can be a perfect candidate to be a super-seller in the catalogs of the operators.
In addition, you can take pictures, chat with friends or family, as well as visit social networks, listen to the radio or, if the place allows it, use WiFi points to surf the Internet. In short, a mobile that is not at the top of the range, but that will surely find a large audience among all those who do not want to spend too much money on a terminal and, in addition to making calls and sending SMS, they also want some extra extra.
Data sheet
| Standard | GSM-EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 |
| Dimensions and weight | 102 x 58 x 11.5 mm
95 gr |
| Memory | 20 MB expandable with 16 GB MicroSD cards |
| screen | 3 inch touch
TFT 240 x 320 pixels 256,000 colors |
| Camera | 3.2 MPx
Records video at 176 x 144 pixels |
| Multimedia | FM Radio Tuner
Music Player Video Player |
| Controls and connections | 3.5 mm audio output
WiFi b / g / n microUSB port MicroSD card slot Bluetooth 3.0 FM radio |
| Drums | 1,000 milliamps |
| Price | Not available |
| + info | Samsung |
