Samsung’s entry-level Galaxy J1 now official

A product page from Samsung Malaysia reveals the company’s first smartphone in the J Series. The Galaxy J1 is an entry-level handset that’s modestly-spec’d with a 4.3-inch display and Android KitKat on-board.

Samsung Galaxy J1 specs:
4.3-inch WVGA display @ 800 x 480 resolution
1.2GHz dual-core processor
512MB RAM
4GB internal storage
expandable via microSD
5MP rear camera with LED flash
2MP front camera with Palm Selfie gesture sensor
Dual-SIM
Bluetooth 4.0
Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct
3G
1850mAh battery
129 x 68.2 x 8.9mm (dimensions)
122 grams (weight)
Android KitKat

The company claims that the 1850mAh battery lasts longer thanks to its Ultra Power Saving mode. It’s also got a Palm Selfie gesture sensor that makes it possible to take photos just by hand gestures. Pricing wasn’t revealed as of yet, and same goes for its availability. Although if it makes its way to Philippines we expect it to be priced around Php5K.

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