Samsung's Galaxy Core Prime targets essentials (pictures)
This sub-$200 smartphone from Verizon has entry-level features for those who are just getting started, or who like their Androids simple.
Android essentials
Verizon's Samsung Galaxy Core Prime is one of the carrier's least expensive smartphones.
Android 4.4
The Core Prime is a KitKat phone. My guess is that it'll skip Android 5.0 and update straight to Android M.
4.5-inch display
The smaller screen size means that the phone is more portable than larger handsets.
Removable backing
Unlike Samsung's most recent handsets, this one keeps the company's traditional removable backplate and battery.
Camera
The Galaxy Core Prime has a 5-megapixel rear camera and a 2-megapixel front-facing camera.
Spines
Relatively unadorned, there's just the power/lock button on the right side and the volume rocker on the left.
Google, now!
The physical home key calls up Google Now when you press and hold.
There's more
This isn't the only affordable phone on Verizon's network. Read all the pros and cons in CNET's full Samsung Galaxy Core Prime review.