Samsung is gearing up to refresh its budget-friendly Galaxy A series with the upcoming launch of the Galaxy A56 and Galaxy A36. Support pages for both devices have recently gone live in France, indicating that their release is just around the corner.
Galaxy A56: Anticipated Upgrades
The Samsung Galaxy A56, listed with model number SM-A566B, is expected to feature a major design overhaul. Rumors suggest the following features:
- Chipset: Likely to be powered by the Exynos 1580 SoC, an upgrade from the Exynos 1480 found in the Galaxy A55.
- Battery: The battery capacity is not expected to improve, but it may feature faster 45W wired charging.
Galaxy A36: More Affordable Option
The support page for the Galaxy A36, identified by model number SM-A366B, is also live in France, indicating its launch is imminent. The A36 is expected to have a slightly smaller form factor than its predecessor and may include:
- Design: A new rear camera design.
- Display: A 6.64-inch display.
- Chipset: Likely a Qualcomm processor, with potential options being the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 or Snapdragon 7s Gen 2.
Expected Launch Timeline
While no official launch date has been announced, previous Galaxy A series releases suggest a launch in February or March is most likely. Samsung may opt to release these models after the Galaxy S25 series.
Source(s): Samsung Official Website 1, 2
Note: This article is based on currently available leaks and rumors. Official specifications and release dates may vary.
