The Samsung Galaxy A06 has officially made its way to Pakistan after its recent global launch. This latest addition to the Galaxy A series comes in two variants, both offering 4 GB RAM, paired with either 64 GB or 128 GB of storage. While the design remains mostly unchanged from the Galaxy A05, there are a few notable features worth discussing.
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Design and Build: Key Island and Fingerprint Reader
One of the slight design tweaks on the Galaxy A06 is the addition of the ‘Key Island’—a small bulge on the right side of the phone. Some believe it’s just aesthetic, while others argue it serves a functional purpose, making it easier to locate the power and volume buttons. Additionally, unlike the A05, the Galaxy A06 now includes a side-mounted fingerprint reader, making it more secure and convenient.
Display: Same Old U-Notch and 60Hz Refresh Rate
When it comes to the display, Samsung has stuck with a 6.7-inch PLS LCD panel, offering a 720p resolution and a 60Hz refresh rate. Unfortunately, there are no upgrades over the A05 in this area. The thick bezels and U-notch design remain, which might disappoint users looking for a more modern aesthetic.
Camera Setup: Modest Improvements
The camera system on the Galaxy A06 features a 50 MP main sensor paired with a 2 MP depth sensor on the back. For selfies, there’s an 8 MP front camera. While not groundbreaking, the 50 MP lens does provide decent image quality for the price range, although the overall camera setup remains similar to the previous A05 model.
Performance: Powered by Helio G85
Under the hood, the Galaxy A06 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G85 chipset, the same processor used in the A05. However, this time around, the Galaxy A06 runs on Android 14 out of the box, which promises smoother performance and potential updates to Android 16 in the future.
Battery and Charging: 5000mAh with 25W Fast Charging
One of the highlights of the Galaxy A06 is its 5000mAh battery, which should last a full day with regular use. The phone also supports 25W fast charging, ensuring that you can recharge quickly when needed. Samsung has also equipped the device with Dolby Atmos-tuned speakers for enhanced audio quality.
Pricing in Pakistan
The Samsung Galaxy A06 is now available in Pakistan at the following prices:
- 64 GB model: Rs 26,999
- 128 GB model: Rs 31,999
These price points make the Galaxy A06 an affordable option for users looking for a mid-range device with decent features.
Final Thughts
While the Samsung Galaxy A06 doesn’t bring many upgrades compared to its predecessor, it offers solid performance for its price range. The inclusion of Android 14, a side-mounted fingerprint reader, and 50 MP camera adds some value, though the design and display might feel outdated to some users. However, with its 5000mAh battery and Dolby Atmos speakers, it remains a competitive option in the budget smartphone market.
Samsung Galaxy A06 128GB detailed specifications
| Build | OS | Android 14 OS, up to 2 major Android upgrades | |
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| UI | One UI Core | ||
| Dimensions | 168.8 x 78.2 x 8.8 mm | ||
| Weight | 195 g | ||
| SIM | Dual Sim, Dual Standby (Nano-SIM) | ||
| Colors | Blue, Gold, White | ||
| Frequency | 2G Band | SIM1: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 SIM2: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
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| 3G Band | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 | ||
| 4G Band | LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 20(800), 38(2600), 40(2300), 41(2500) | ||
| Processor | CPU | Octa-core (2 x 2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 + 6 x 1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) | |
| Chipset | Mediatek Helio G85 (12 nm) | ||
| GPU | Mali-G52 MC2 | ||
| Display | Technology | PLS LCD Capacitive Touchscreen, 16M Colors | |
| Size | 6.7 Inches | ||
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 Pixels (~262 PPI) | ||
| Memory | Built-in | 128GB Built-in, 4GB RAM (+4GB virtual RAM) | |
| Card | microSDXC | ||
| Camera | Main | Dual Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), AF + 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth), LED Flash | |
| Features | Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, panorama, HDR, Video (1080p@30/60fps) | ||
| Front | 8 MP, f/2.0 | ||
| Connectivity | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | |
| Bluetooth | v5.3 with A2DP, LE | ||
| GPS | Yes + A-GPS support & Glonass, BDS | ||
| Radio | FM Radio (Unspecified) | ||
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| NFC | Yes | ||
| Data | GPRS, EDGE, 3G HSPA, 4G LTE | ||
| Features | Sensors | Accelerometer, Compass, Fingerprint (side-mounted), Proximity | |
| Audio | 3.5mm Audio Jack, Speaker Phone | ||
| Browser | HTML5 | ||
| Messaging | SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Mail, IM | ||
| Games | Built-in + Downloadable | ||
| Torch | Yes | ||
| Extra | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame, Photo/video editor, Document viewer | ||
| Battery | Capacity | (Li-Po Non removable), 5000 mAh | |
| – Fast charging 25W wired | |||
Price |
Price in Rs: 31,999 Price in USD: $98 | |
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