Starmobile just added two new affordable phones in its portfolio, one of them them is the highly interesting Starmobile UP Prime with 700 MHz LTE support.
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Starmobile UP Prime |
Based on the rendered image, the Starmobile UP Prime appears to be a metallic-like build. It features a 5 inch HD TFT 2.5D screen with the capable (powerful for the price) 1.25 GHz 64 Bit MediaTek MT6737 quad core processor paired with Mali T720 graphics. It has 1 GB of RAM, 16 GB of expandable storage, and 3,000 mAh of battery as well.
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On the camera part, the Starmobile UP Prime highlights an 8 MP w/ AF, BSI, and LED flash behind and a 5 MP w/ BSI in front for your basic photography and selfies.
The main highlight of this handset is it has support for the 700 MHz LTE for faster and more stable mobile internet connection. It's also one of the few local phones to boot with Android 7.0 Nougat OS out of the box!
Starmobile UP Prime Specs
Display: 5 Inch HD TFT 1280 x 720 resolution w/ 2.5D curved glass at 294 ppi
CPU: 1.25 GHz 64 Bit MediaTek MT6737 quad core processor
GPU: Mali T720
RAM: 1 GB
ROM: 16 GB expandable via micro SD card slot up to 32 GB
Back Camera: 8 MP w/ AF, BSI, and LED flash
Selfie Camera: 5 MP w/ BSI
Battery: 3,000 mAh Li Pol
OS: Android 7.0 Nougat
Connectivity: WiFi, 3G, HSPA+, dual 700 MHz LTE, Bluetooth, FM Radio GPS, A GPS, dual SIM (micro)
Others: Colors: champagne, dark grey
Sensors: Accelerometer, light, proximity
Dimensions: 143.4 x 72.7 x 10.15 mm
Weight: 160 g
Price: PHP 3,990
“The Starmobile UP Prime is meant for students and professionals who want to stay on top of their tasks while staying connected with their loved ones,” said Starmobile Product Development Head Michael Chen.
The Starmobile UP Prime will be available this month for just PHP 3,990. That's priced quite low for an MT6737 powered handset.
What do you think guys?