Advanced photography features, increased durability, and the first-ever Awesome Intelligence are all highlights of the new Galaxy A series smartphones.
Samsung Electronics today unveiled the newest smartphones in the Galaxy A series: the Samsung Galaxy A56 5G, Samsung Galaxy A36 5G, and Samsung Galaxy A26 5G. For the first time, Awesome Intelligence is being included in the Galaxy A series to rethink creativity and improve durability and longevity. This includes Galaxy’s beloved AI-powered features, as well as strong security and privacy safeguards to ensure a long-lasting and secure mobile experience.
TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile eXperience (MX) Business at Samsung Electronics, said, “The new Galaxy A series represents a significant step in mission of AI for all by making Galaxy’s amazing mobile AI experiences available to even more people worldwide.” “We are thrilled to unleash endless creativity on the Galaxy A series with these fantastic new features and capabilities while guaranteeing a safe, dependable, and enjoyable mobile experience.”
Awesome Intelligence for Advanced Search and Creativity
The first complete mobile AI, Awesome Intelligence, is only accessible on the Samsung Galaxy A56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G, and Galaxy A26 5G. It offers consumers strong, entertaining, and user-friendly AI features. Users of the Galaxy A series may enjoy incredible search and visual experiences with the new Awesome Intelligence features, which are powered by One UI 7.
Google’s improved Circle to Search, a user favorite on Galaxy A series handsets last year, making it simpler than ever to search and find using the phone’s screen. Users can now accomplish even more on their phones with the most recent updates. With only one tap, consumers may take action with Circle to Search’s rapid recognition of phone numbers, email addresses, and URLs on the screen.
Recently, Circle to Search was improved to allow users to search music they hear instantaneously without switching apps. Simply long-press the navigation bar to activate Circle to Search, then tap the music button to quickly find the song name and artist, whether it’s music playing from speakers nearby or a song on social media on their phone.
With its creator-focused capabilities, the Galaxy A series also elevates the photographic experience. It begins with a robust triple-camera setup that includes a 50MP primary lens on all devices and 10-bit HDR front lens recording on the Samsung Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G for clear, bright selfies. With a 12MP ultra-wide lens, the Galaxy A56 5G boasts cutting-edge camera technology, and the entire Galaxy A series uses clever visual editing to unleash creativity in novel and fascinating ways.
Greatest Face, which is only available on the Samsung Galaxy A56 5G, makes it simpler than ever to get the ideal group photo by choosing and combining the greatest facial expressions or facial features for up to five individuals in a motion picture. Best Face makes sure that everyone appears their best in a single, fluid picture, regardless of whether someone blinked or turned away. With the addition of Wide Camera compatibility and Low Noise Mode for the 12MP selfie camera, the Samsung Galaxy A56 5G also improves Nightography, enabling the production of breathtaking images in low light conditions.
The improved Object Eraser on the Samsung Galaxy A 56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G, and Galaxy A26 5G enables users to eliminate undesirable distractions from photographs. With a few clicks, users can choose which things to remove whether it’s an unwanted bystander or an eye-catching shadow for a final image that is cleaner and more polished. Additionally, Filters makes it possible to create bespoke filters by removing colors and styles from pre-existing images, which users can then use to create a distinctive and customized impact based on their preferences and mood. Users can easily edit and improve their images with these clever tools, adding a fresh dimension of creativity to each photograph.
Built To Last With Upgraded Displays and Software Longevity
Up to six generations of Android OS and One UI upgrades, together with six years of security patches, further bolster the Galaxy A series’ software resilience. By extending the device’s lifespan, these upgrades help customers ensure that they will continue to enjoy a dependable and flawless experience for many years to come.
Sharper, more captivating images are produced by the larger screens of the Samsung Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G. On the 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED screens at 1200 nits, entertainment seems better on both phones. Rich, well-balanced sound from new stereo speakers further improves the experience.
The new Galaxy A series, which includes a 5,000mAh battery across the board, is made to keep up with consumers’ everyday activities. Super-fast charge 2.0 technology and 45W charging power are supported by the Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G, providing even faster charging for longer use. Both devices include a bigger vapor chamber, which helps maintain performance and guarantees fluid video playback, gaming, and multitasking.
The new Galaxy A series is designed to function well and endure life’s unexpected turns. The Galaxy A26 5G now has the same IP67 dust and water resistant rating as the Galaxy A36 5G and Galaxy A56 5G for the first time.A superior Corning Glass cover material adds scratch and break resistance.
Expanded Protections for Security and Privacy Assured
Samsung is further promoting strong security and privacy with the first-ever integration of One UI 7 on the Galaxy A series. Sensitive data is always protected with Samsung Knox Vault, which adds an additional, strengthened layer of device safety, transparency, and user choice to the Galaxy A series. Users of the Galaxy A series enjoy comprehensive protection with the most recent One UI 7 security and privacy features, which include improved Theft Detection, More Security Settings, and other features.
Digital Key for Samsung Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G devices will be released in a few markets in North America, Europe, and Asia, with other markets to come.
Additionally, Samsung will introduce the Galaxy A56 5G Enterprise Edition, which will provide cutting-edge businesses of all sizes with mobile experiences that are suited for business. To promote long-lasting and worry-free adoption, enterprise customers receive three years of warranty, two years of product lifecycle assurance, seven years of security, and one UI update. A one-year subscription to the Knox Suite Enterprise Plan, the best package for safeguarding and managing large and intricate device fleets, is also included. This plan offers granular OS update control, device usage data, intelligent security insights, and unique features designed for business requirements.
A variety of colors are available for the new Galaxy A series. Awesome Olive, Lightgray, Graphite, and Pink are Samsung Galaxy A56 5G hues. The Galaxy A26 5G comes in Black, White, Mint, and Peach Pink, while the A36 comes in Awesome Lavender, Black, White, and Lime.
Galaxy A36 5g release date & price
The mid-range Samsung Galaxy A36 5G will cost $399.99 on March 26, 2025, and offer great performance and value.
Galaxy A26 5G release date & price
When it comes on March 28, 2025, the Samsung Galaxy A26 5G will cost $299.99 for budget-conscious 5G users who don’t want to sacrifice features.
Samsung galaxy A56 5G release date & price
The Samsung Galaxy A56 5G offers a high-end mid-range experience with cutting-edge features and performance for $499.99 with a 2025 release.
Galaxy A56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G and Galaxy A26 5G Specs
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G | Samsung Galaxy A36 5G | Samsung Galaxy A26 5G | |
Display | 6.7-inch FHD+ | ||
Super AMOLED DisplayUp to 120Hz refresh rateVision Booster | |||
Dimensions & Weight | 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4mm, 198g | 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4mm, 195g | 164.0 x 77.5 x 7.7mm, 200g |
Camera | 12MP Ultra-Wide Camera· F2.250MP Main Camera· F1.8, AF, OIS5MP Macro Camera· F2.412MP Front Camera· F2.2 | 8MP Ultra-Wide Camera· F2.250MP Main Camera· F1.8, AF, OIS5MP Macro Camera· F2.412MP Front Camera· F2.2 | 8MP Ultra-Wide Camera· F2.250MP Main Camera· F1.8, AF, OIS2MP Macro Camera· F2.413MP Front Camera· F2.2 |
Memory & Storage | 8GB + 128GB8GB + 256GB12GB + 256GB | 6GB + 128GB8GB + 128GB8GB + 256GB12GB + 256GB | 6GB + 128GB8GB + 128GB8GB + 256GB |
Battery | 5,000mAh (typical) | ||
OS | Android 15 | ||
One UI 7 | |||
Security | Samsung Knox | ||
Water & Dust Resistance | IP67 |