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{{Short description|Android smartphone by Samsung}}
{{Infobox mobile phone
| name = Samsung Galaxy Express
| logo = 
| logosize = 
| image = 
| imagesize = 
| alt = 
| caption = Samsung Galaxy Express GT-I8730
| brand = 
| manufacturer = [[Company:Samsung Electronics|Samsung Electronics]]
| series = [[Engineering:Samsung Galaxy|Samsung Galaxy]]
| carrier = 
| networks = [[2G|2G]]: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900<br/>3G: HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100<br/>4G: LTE 800 / 900 / 1800 / 2600
| released = {{Start date and age|2013|03}}
| price = <!--WP:NOPRICES-->
| available = Europe and Asia
| discontinued = <!-- {{End date|YYYY|MM|DD}} -->
| predecessor = 
| successor = [[Engineering:Samsung Galaxy Express 2|Samsung Galaxy Express 2]]
| related = 
| type = 
| form = 
| size = 132.2 x 69.1 x 9.3 mm
| weight = 139.1g (4.90 oz)
| os = [[Software:Android (operating system)|Android]] [[Software:Android Jelly Bean|4.2.2 "Jelly Bean"]]
Android 4.4.2 "kitkat"
| cpu = 1.2 GHz Dual-core Krait CPU
| gpu = [[Adreno]] 305 GPU
| memory = 1 GB RAM
| storage = 8 GB
| memory_card = microSD up to 64 GB (Hot-swappable)
| battery = 2000 mAh
| input = Multi-touch capacitive touchscreen, 3 push buttons, [[Engineering:Assisted GPS|aGPS]], [[Engineering:Barometer|Barometer]], [[Engineering:Gyroscope|Gyroscope]], [[Physics:Accelerometer|Accelerometer]]
| display = Super AMOLED Plus Non-PenTile RGB stripe, 4.5 inches, 800x480 [[Engineering:Display resolution|resolution]] (~207 ppi)
| ext_display = 
| rear_camera = 5MP and [[Engineering:720p|720p]] video recording
| front_camera = 1.3 MP
| media_formats = MP3, AAC, AAC+, WMA, WAV, MP4, H.264, 3Gp, Xvid support
| ringtone = WAV/MP3
| connectivity = 4G, [[High Speed Packet Access|HSPA]], [[Bluetooth|Bluetooth 4.0+LE]], [[Wi-Fi]], Wi-Fi Hotspot, [[Organization:Digital Living Network Alliance|DLNA]], Kies Air, USB 2.0 High-Speed, NFC, S Beam, [[Mobile High-Definition Link|MHL]]
| other = AllShare, [[Engineering:FM broadcasting|FM radio]] with [[Physics:Radio Data System|RDS]] and FM recording, [[Software:S Voice|S Voice]] '''Online services''' [[Software:Google Play|Google Play]], Samsung Apps
| sar = 
| hac = 
| references = 
| modelnumber = GT-I8730
}}

The '''Samsung Galaxy Express''' (GT-I8730) is a smartphone made by Samsung which was launched in March 2013 in India featuring a similar design to the Galaxy S Duos but with additional features such as [[Engineering:LTE (telecommunication)|4G LTE]], NFC. It also features a bigger 4.5-inch screen with Super [[Chemistry:AMOLED|AMOLED]] Plus and retains all the features which the [[Engineering:Samsung Galaxy S III|Samsung Galaxy S III]] phone has.

==Features==

===Software and services===
{{Further|Software:Android (operating system)|Software:TouchWiz|Software:S Voice}}

The Galaxy Express is powered by [[Software:Android (operating system)|Android]], a [[Software:Linux|Linux]]-based, [[Open source|open source]] [[Mobile operating system|mobile operating system]] developed by [[Company:Google|Google]] and introduced commercially in 2008.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.theverge.com/2011/12/7/2585779/android-history|title=Android: A visual history|last=Ziegler|first=Chris|date=2011-12-07|website=The Verge|publisher=[[Company:Vox Media|Vox Media]]|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120623074729/https://www.theverge.com/2011/12/7/2585779/android-history|archive-date=2012-06-23|access-date=16 June 2012}}</ref><ref name="AndroidInc">{{cite web |url=http://www.businessweek.com/technology/content/aug2005/tc20050817_0949_tc024.htm |title=Google Buys Android for Its Mobile Arsenal |last=Elgin |first=Ben |date=August 17, 2005 |work=Bloomberg Businessweek |publisher=Bloomberg |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110227182929/http://www.businessweek.com/technology/content/aug2005/tc20050817_0949_tc024.htm |archive-date=February 27, 2011 |access-date=2012-02-20 |url-status=dead }}</ref> Among other features, the software allows users to maintain customized home screens which can contain shortcuts to applications and [[Software widget|widgets]] for displaying information. Four shortcuts to frequently used applications can be stored on a dock at the bottom of the screen; the button in the center of the dock opens the application drawer, which displays a menu containing all of the apps installed on the device. A tray accessed by dragging from the top of the screen allows users to view notifications received from other apps, and contains toggle switches for commonly used functions. Pre-loaded apps also provide access to [[Software:List of Google products#Mobile applications|Google's various services]]. The Galaxy Express uses Samsung's proprietary [[Software:TouchWiz|TouchWiz]] [[Graphical user interface|graphical user interface]] (GUI). The "Nature" version used by the Galaxy Express has a more "organic" feel than previous versions, and contains more interactive elements such as a water ripple effect on the [[Lock screen|lock screen]]. To complement the TouchWiz interface, and as a response to Apple's Siri, the phone includes the [[Software:S Voice|S Voice]] which is Samsung's version of an intelligent personal assistant. S Voice can recognize eight languages including English, Korean and French. Based on [[Company:Vlingo|Vlingo]], S Voice enables the user to verbally control 20 functions such as playing a song, setting the alarm, or activating driving mode; it relies on [[Physics:Wolfram Alpha|Wolfram Alpha]] for online searches.<ref name="TechRadar">{{cite web|url=http://www.techradar.com/news/phone-and-communications/mobile-phones/samsung-galaxy-express-launches-bringing-4g-for-less-1128157|title=Samsung Galaxy Express launches, bringing 4G for less|last=Solomon|first=Kate|date=29 January 2013|website=[[TechRadar]]|access-date=7 November 2013}}</ref>

The Galaxy Express comes with [[Engineering:Android version history|Android version 4.1.2]], named "Jellybean", which employs [[Software:Google Now|Google Now]], a voice-assistant similar to S Voice, and incorporates other software changes. An update to 4.2.2 Jellybean would soon be made available through Over-The-Air upgrade or through [[Software:Samsung Kies|Samsung Kies]].

The Galaxy Express comes with a multitude of pre-installed [[Mobile app|applications]], including standard Android ones like [[Company:YouTube|YouTube]], [[Social:Google+|Google+]], Voice Search, Google Play, [[Software:Gmail|Gmail]], Map, and Calendar, in addition to Samsung-specific apps such as [[Software:S Voice|S Voice]], [[Software:ChatON|ChatON]], Game Hub, Video Hub, Social Hub and Navigation.<ref name=Techspecs>{{cite web |url=http://www.samsung.com/au/consumer/mobile-phone/mobile-phone/smartphone/GT-I8730TAAXSA-spec |title=GALAXY Express – Tech Specs |publisher=Samsung Australia|access-date=6 November 2013}}</ref> The user is able to access [[Software:Google Play|Google Play]], a [[Digital distribution|digital-distribution]] multimedia-content service exclusive to Android, to download applications, movies, music, TV programs, games, books, and magazines.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://play.google.com/about/ |title=Play everywhere you go |access-date=6 July 2012}}</ref>

The Galaxy Express can access and play traditional media formats such as music, movies, TV programs, [[Engineering:Audiobook|audiobook]]s, and [[Podcast|podcast]]s, and can sort its media library alphabetically by song title, artist, album, playlist, folder, and [[Social:Genre|genre]]. It also includes Samsung's own [[Proprietary software|proprietary]] music management and download application called "Music Hub", designed to compete with Apple's iTunes, [[Company:ICloud|iCloud]], and iTunes Match services. Music Hub's music catalogue contains over 19 million songs.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.reuters.com/article/us-samsung-music-hub/samsung-boosts-galaxy-appeal-with-music-hub-idUSBRE84S07820120529|title=Samsung boosts Galaxy appeal with Music Hub|last=Sandle|first=Paul|date=29 May 2012|work={{wipe|Reuters}}|access-date=8 August 2012|publisher=[[Company:Thomson Reuters|Thomson Reuters]]}}</ref>

The phone enables video calling with its 1.3 MP front-facing camera, and with support for the [[AptX|aptX]] [[Audio codec|codec]], improves [[Bluetooth]]-headset connectivity.<ref name=TechRadar/> Texting on the Galaxy Express does not embody any new significant features from other Samsung Galaxy devices. Speech-to-text is aided by the Vlingo and Google's voice-recognition assistant. Not unlike other Android devices, there are a multitude of third-party typing applications available that could complement the Galaxy Express' stock keyboard.<ref name=TechRadar/>

===Hardware and design===
The Galaxy Express has a [[Physics:Polycarbonate|polycarbonate]] plastic [[Engineering:Chassis|chassis]] measuring {{convert|132.2|mm|abbr=on}} long, {{convert|69.1|mm|abbr=on}} wide, and {{convert|9.3|mm|abbr=on}} thick, with the device weighing {{Convert|139.1|g|oz}}.The phone is available in two basic color options: "Marble White" and "Titanium Gray".

Internally, the Galaxy Express uses [[Company:Qualcomm|Qualcomm]]'s Snapdragon 400 SoC featuring a dual-core 1.2&nbsp;GHz Krait CPU and an Adreno 305 GPU.<ref name="CNETreview">{{cite web|url=http://reviews.cnet.com/smartphones/samsung-galaxy-express-at/4505-6452_7-35473912.html|title=Samsung Galaxy Express Review:Packs the midlevel goods at the right price|last=La|first=Lynn|date=13 December 2012|website=CNET|publisher=CBS Interactive|access-date=7 November 2013}}{{Rating|3.5|5|score=3.5/5 in a 0–5 star scale}}</ref>

The Galaxy Express has 1 GB of RAM which comes with 8 GB of internal storage, with a 64 GB version to be available internationally; additionally, [[Engineering:MicroSDXC|microSDXC]] storage offers a further 32 GB for a potential total of 40 GB.<ref name=Techspecs/>

The Galaxy Express' HD Super AMOLED display measures {{Convert|4.5|in|mm}} which comes with a 480×800-pixel resolution with a 207.1 pixel per inch (PPI, a measure of [[Pixel density|pixel density]]).<ref name=Techspecs/> The glass used for the display is the damage-resistant Corning [[Physics:Gorilla Glass|Gorilla Glass]] 2.

The Galaxy Express has a 5-megapixel camera which can take 2,592×1,944 resolution photos and record videos in ([[Engineering:720p|720p]]) resolution. Samsung improved the camera's software over that of its predecessor to include zero [[Engineering:Shutter lag|shutter lag]], and Burst Mode and Best Shot, which work together to quickly take numerous photos before the best-judged frame is selected. The phone can also take pictures while recording videos.<ref name=CNETreview/> The rear-facing camera is complemented by a 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera that can record 720p videos. The phone has LED flash and autofocus.<ref name="gsmarena1">{{cite web|url=http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_express_i8730-review-890.php |title=Samsung Galaxy Express review: Jelly Bean Express|publisher=Gsmarena.com |date=2013-02-20 |access-date=2013-11-07}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_express_i8730-5271.php |title=Samsung Galaxy Express I8730|publisher=Gsmarena.com |access-date=2013-11-07}}</ref>

In addition to the {{Convert|4.5|in|mm|adj=on}} touchscreen, the Galaxy Express has several physical user inputs, including a home button located below the screen, a volume key on the left side and a power/lock key on the right. At the top there is a {{Convert|3.5|mm|in|adj=on}} TRRS headphone jack and one of the two microphones on the Galaxy Express; the other is located below the home button.

The Galaxy Express' [[Engineering:Lithium-ion battery|li-ion]] 2,000 mAh battery is said to have a 581-hour [[Sleep mode|standby time]] or 11 hours of talk time on 3G, compared to 586 hours in standby and 19 hours of talk time on 2G.<ref name=Techspecs/> Built into the battery is [[Near-field communication|near field communication]] connectivity, which allows users to share map directions and YouTube videos quickly using Wi-Fi Direct (through Android Beam), and perform [[Finance:Contactless payment|non-touch payments]] at shops that employ specially equipped NFC [[Engineering:Cash register|cash register]]s.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://crave.cnet.co.uk/mobiles/samsung-tectiles-nfc-stickers-control-your-phone-with-a-tap-50008239/|title=Samsung Tectiles NFC stickers control your phone with a tap|last=Trenholm|first=Richard|date=13 June 2012|website=CNET|publisher=CBS Interactive|access-date=7 November 2013|archive-date=16 June 2012|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120616031231/http://crave.cnet.co.uk/mobiles/samsung-tectiles-nfc-stickers-control-your-phone-with-a-tap-50008239/|url-status=dead}}</ref> To help minimize battery consumption, Samsung has introduced "Smart Stay", an ability to track a user's eyes and turn off whenever the person is not looking at it.<ref name=TechRadar/> The battery can be wirelessly charged using a special charging pad (sold separately) that utilizes magnetic resonance to produce a [[Physics:Magnetic field|magnetic field]] through which electricity could be transferred.

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