Overview
The Nokia 106 is a budget‑friendly feature phone designed for essential communication. Launched in 2013, it runs the lightweight Series 30 OS and offers a straightforward user experience with a physical keypad.

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The Nokia 106 is a budget‑friendly feature phone designed for essential communication. Launched in 2013, it runs the lightweight Series 30 OS and offers a straightforward user experience with a physical keypad.
Measuring 112.9 × 47.5 × 14.9 mm and weighing only 74.2 g, the phone is easy to carry. It is available in classic colours – black, white, red – and an emerald‑green variant (TA‑1578 SS).
A 1.8‑inch TFT screen delivers a 128 × 160 pixel resolution (~114 ppi) with 65 K colour depth. Navigation is handled via a tactile keypad, and the device includes a loudspeaker and a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
Power comes from a removable Li‑ion battery. Official specs list an 800 mAh capacity providing up to 10 hours talk time and 840 hours standby, while a retailer mentions a 1000 mAh battery. The battery is interchangeable (BL‑5CB).
The phone supports GSM 900/1800 MHz networks, includes an FM radio (headset acts as antenna), a flashlight, and a proprietary charger. There is no Bluetooth, Wi‑Fi, or camera.
| Dimensions | 112.9 x 47.5 x 14.9 mm |
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| Weight | 74.2 g |
| Display Type | TFT, 65K colors |
| Display Size | 1.8 inches |
| Resolution | 128 x 160 pixels (~114 ppi) |
| Colors | Black, White, Red, Emerald Green |
| Battery Type | Removable Li‑ion (BL-5CB) |
| Battery Capacity | 800 mAh (official) / 1000 mAh (retailer) |
| Stand‑by Time | Up to 840 h |
| Talk Time | Up to 10 h |
| SIM Type | Mini‑SIM |
| Operating System | Series 30 |
| Internal Memory (ROM) | 32 MB |
| RAM | 384 kB |
| Phonebook Capacity | 500 contacts |
| Connectivity | 3.5 mm headphone jack, FM radio, proprietary charger |
| Flashlight | Yes |
| Network | GSM 900/1800 MHz |
| SAR (Head) | 1.18 W/kg |
| SAR (Body) | 0.62 W/kg |