Samsung has officially announced a trio of new phones in their celebrated Galaxy A series - the Galaxy A56, Galaxy A36, and Galaxy A26. The phones are geared around bringing some premium features to a more competitive price bracket. Let's explore each of these new Galaxy A devices.
Galaxy A56: The Performance King
Leading the charge is the Galaxy A56. It is designed to be a noticeable improvement over its predecessor. Here are some highlights:
- Modern Design Refresh: Sporting a sleek new look at the back, with camera rings reminiscent of the flagship Galaxy S25 Ultra.
- Camera Improved for Selfies: Improved 32 MP front camera (up from 12 MP) for sharper selfies and better quality video calls.
- Brighter Bigger Display: Bigger AMOLED display at 6.7 inches that now shines brighter, with up to 1200 nits brightness, great even in sunlight.
- Increased Performance: Powered by the all-new Exynos 1580 chip, promising a boosting figure for both processing and graphical power.
- Faster Charging: It now does 45 watts so the 5000mAh battery will be quicker to charge.
- Future Software: Samsung is promising a great six major Android updates and six years of security updates. Thus, this phone will be contemporary for long.
Starting from €479 in Europe, the Galaxy A56 is set to deliver a premium feel without blowing the top-tier price.
Galaxy A36: Snapdragon Power and Speedy Charging
The Galaxy A36 is stated to be an exceptional all-arounder providing important upgrades to the mid-tier:
- Snapdragon Inside: The massive overhaul to Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, balancing its power and efficiency.
- 45W Fast Charging: Joining the A56, the A36 also gets a super-speedy 45W charging capability for its 5000mAh battery.
- Slightly Larger Display: A touch bigger at 6.7 inches (compared to the previous 6.6-inch), still with a vibrant AMOLED panel and 120Hz smoothness.
- HDR Video on Front Camera: The 12MP front camera now gains HDR video recording, improving video quality for content creators and vloggers.
- Modern Features: AI-powered functionalities like Object Eraser and Circle to Search.
Beginning at a competitive €359, the Galaxy A36 presents an enticing mix of features and worth.
Galaxy A26: Affordable and Feature-Rich
Finishing the trio, the Galaxy A26 is focused on providing some basic features in as more affordable an avenue as possible:
- Larger AMOLED Display: Grows to 6.7 inches (from 6.5 inches) while still having that smooth 120Hz refresh rate.
- Slimmer Design: Made even slim at just 7.7mm thick, good for holding and carrying.
- Reliable Performance: Powered by the Exynos 1380 processor, offering a good balance of power and efficiency.
- 50MP Main Camera with OIS: Ensuring sharp and stable photos, even in less-than-ideal lighting.
- Long-Term Software Support: Promising four major Android updates and five years of security patches, extending the phone's lifespan.
With the starting price of €299, the Galaxy A26 is certainly an attractive entry into the Samsung Galaxy ecosystem.
Coming Soon for the Whole Wide World
All three Galaxy A series phones - A56, A36, and A26- are starting their global roll-out in March. Samsung is looking to establish a strong foothold in the mid-range category and cater to varying needs and budgets. Be on the lookout as these new Galaxy A phones work their way to stores near you.
