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By Robin-Leigh Chetty 13 June 2016

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The Pop Star is the other half of Alcatel's new entry-level to mid-range offerings, but its lack of LTE could prove a true hurdle down the line.
PROS
Solidly constructed; Interesting back cover designs; Good camera
CONS
No LTE/4G; Middling battery performance; Price tag can be beat
VERDICT
At R2 299, the Pop Star is well priced. The moment you find out it is only available in 3G, however, that allure quickly wears off. While having LTE connectivity is not an issue at the moment, six to 12 months down the line it will be, and given the fact that many manufacturers are delivering 4G within the entry-level price bracket leaves the Pop Star at a disadvantage.
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