Samsung Galaxy Stellar is an Android-based smartphone developed by Samsung Electronics. Released in 2012, it was marketed as an entry-level smartphone, designed for budget-conscious consumers. The smartphone was exclusive to Verizon Wireless in the United States, and featured 4G LTE connectivity, running on the on the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich operating system. [1]
Samsung Galaxy Stellar was initially released with Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. It included Samsung's TouchWiz user interface, along with several Verizon-specific applications, including a suite of Amazon apps preinstalled. The device also featured two different user interface modes: Standard Mode, a traditional Android layout, and Starter Mode, a simplified UI intended to assist users unfamiliar with smartphones. [2] [3]
Samsung Galaxy Stellar featured a compact design, with dimensions measuring 121x63x12 mm and a weight of 133 g (4.69 oz). It had an 4.0-inch TFT capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 480x800 pixels. The device was powered by a 1.2 GHz dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Plus MSM8960 processor, accompanied by 1 GB of RAM. The device included 4 GB of internal storage, which can be expanded up to 32 GB via a microSD card. It was equipped with a removable 2100 mAh Li-Ion battery.
The Samsung Galaxy Stellar was generally well-received. It was noted for its design intended for ease of use, particularly with the 'Starter Mode' interface. However, it was criticized for its low-resolution camera and limited onboard storage, which constrained its usability for photo and media enthusiasts. [4]
Reviewers from sources such as PhoneArena and CNET highlighted the device's affordability and Verizon's LTE network connectivity but pointed out its lackluster display quality and performance limitations. [5] [6]