The handset runs Android 4.1 Jelly Bean which runs fluidly with the onboard hardware and has a 1500mAh battery which should last you through the day. Unfortunately the camera quality isn't among the best of its class and performs slower than you would expect it to.
Despite having a plastic build and feeling hefty it is important to note that this is meant to please someone's first entry into the smartphone world. Check out the One Touch Star in action in the following hands on video.
You can check out some hands on photos of the Alcatel One Touch Star on PhoneArena.