Samsung Galaxy A6 User Manual

Charge the battery
Your device is powered by a rechargeable battery.
Acharger (charging head and USB cable) is included
with the device for charging the battery from any
standard outlet.
The battery comes partially charged. You can use the
device while charging.
Note: Use only charging devices and batteries that
are approved by Samsung. Samsung charging devices
and batteries are designed for your device to
maximize battery life. Using other charging devices
and batteries may void your warranty and may cause
damage.
1. Insert the USB cable into the USB
charger/Accessory port.
2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and
then plug the charging head into a standard
outlet.
3. Unplug the charging head from the outlet and
remove the USB cable from the device when
charging is complete.
While charging, the device and the charger may
become hot and stop charging. This usually does not
affect the device’s lifespan or performance and is in
the device’s normal range of operation.
Disconnect the charger from the device and wait for
the device to cool down. For more information, visit
samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00076952.
Getting started 7

Samsung Galaxy A6 Specifications

General

Screen shape	Flat
Display diagonal	5.6 \
Touch technology	Multi-touch
Touchscreen type	Capacitive
Display resolution	720 x 1480 pixels
Rounded display corners	Yes
Display number of colors	16 million colors
User memory	22.1 GB
RAM capacity	3 GB
Compatible memory cards	MicroSD (TransFlash)
Maximum memory card size	256 GB
Internal storage capacity	32 GB
Processor cores	8
Processor family	-
Processor frequency	1.6 GHz
Flash type	LED
Rear camera type	Single camera
Rear camera aperture number	1.7
Front camera aperture number	1.9
Rear camera resolution (numeric)	16 MP
4G standard	LTE
2G standards	GSM
3G standards	WCDMA
SIM card type	NanoSIM
Bluetooth version	4.2
SIM card capability	Dual SIM
Mobile network generation	4G
Subscription type	No subscription
USB connector type	Micro-USB
Headphone connectivity	3.5 mm
Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS)	Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) is a standard way to send messages that include multimedia content to and from a mobile phone over a cellular network
Form factor	Bar
Product color	Gold
Personalization	Wallpaper
Personal info management (PIM)	Alarm clock, Calculator, Calendar, Events reminder, Notes, To-do list
Platform	Android
Google applications	Google Maps, Google Play, YouTube
App distribution platform	Google Play
Cables included	USB
Talk time (3G)	20 h
Battery capacity	3000 mAh
Standby time (3G)	- h
Browsing time (3G)	10 h
Browsing time (4G)	12 h
Browsing time (Wi-Fi)	13 h
Continuous audio playback time	70 h
Continuous video playback time	16 h
Audio formats supported	3GA, AAC, AMR, AWB, FLAC, IMY, M4A, MID, MIDI, MP3, MXMF, OGA, OGG, OTA, RTTTL, RTX, WAV, WMA, XMF
Video formats supported	3G2, 3GP, ASF, AVI, FLV, MKV, MP4, WEBM, WMV
Body SAR (EU)	1.386 W/kg
Head SAR (EU)	0.487 W/kg

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	7.7 mm
Width	70.8 mm
Height	149.9 mm
Weight	162 g

Summary

Key Device Features

Meet Bixby

Bixby is a virtual assistant that learns and adapts to your routines.

Flexible Security

Secure your device using screen and biometric locks.

Media Volume Limiter

Control the maximum volume output of the device.

Camera Features

Explore unique features of the device's camera.

Getting Started

Front View

Labeled diagram of the phone's front components.

Back View

Labeled diagram of the phone's back components.

Device Assembly

Instructions for SIM/memory card insertion and charging.

Powering the Device On/Off

Steps to turn the device on and off.

Setup Wizard Guide

Guide to the device's initial setup process.

Lock and Unlock Device

Secure your device with screen lock features.

Add Google Account

Sign in to utilize Google features on your device.

Navigation

Explains basic touchscreen gestures: tap, swipe, and drag.

Home Screen

Overview of the device's main screen layout and elements.

Managing Applications

Accessing Applications

Access and manage preloaded and downloaded apps.

Galaxy Essentials

Discover and download Samsung apps optimized for Galaxy devices.

Uninstall or Disable Apps

Remove or deactivate applications from your device.

Create and Use Folders

Organizing app shortcuts into folders on your device.

App Settings

Manage apps, permissions, and default settings.

Samsung Apps

Information on pre-installed or downloaded Samsung applications.

Calculator App

Use the Calculator for arithmetic functions.

Calendar App

Managing events and tasks using the Calendar application.

Camera and Video

Take pictures and record videos with your device.

Contacts Management

Store, manage, and sync contact information.

Email Management

View and manage email accounts and messages.

Internet Browser

Access the web with the built-in browser.

Phone App

Make calls, manage call logs, and use phone features.

Device Settings

Access Settings

Ways to access the device settings menu.

Connections

Manage network connections, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and mobile data.

Sounds and Vibration

Configure device sounds, vibrations, and alerts.

Notifications

Select and manage app alerts, sounds, and vibrations.

Display

Customize screen brightness, timeout, and visual settings.

Device Maintenance

Monitor battery, storage, and optimize performance.

Language and Input

Configure language, keyboard, and text input.

Resetting Device

Reset device and network settings to factory defaults.

Software Update

Check for and install software updates.

Lock Screen and Security

Secure your device with screen lock and security settings.

Biometrics

Use face and fingerprint recognition for unlock and authentication.

Accounts

Manage Google, Samsung, email, and social accounts.

Accessibility

Special features for users with disabilities.