Samsung India has announced the launch of the Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G, emphasizing “Awesome Intelligence,” an all-new design, and enhanced durability. These new Galaxy A series smartphones aim to reimagine creativity with amazing search and visual experiences.
- Both the Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G are remarkably slim, measuring just 7.4 mm in thickness.
- The smartphones feature Awesome Intelligence, a comprehensive mobile AI suite including enhanced Circle to Search and intelligent visual editing tools.
- Both devices support 45W charging power and Super Fast Charge 2.0 technology, along with a large 5,000mAh battery.
Design and Build
The Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G showcase an all-new design language that sets a new standard for the Galaxy A series. This design includes a Linear Floating Camera Module and a ‘Radiance’ inspired colour theme. They are the slimmest Galaxy A series devices to date, with a thickness of only 7.4mm. The devices also boast enhanced durability with an IP67 dust and water resistance rating and advanced Corning® Gorilla Victus+ Glass for scratch and crack protection.
Key Specifications
Both the Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G feature a 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display with brightness levels reaching up to 1200 nits and new stereo speakers for an immersive audio-visual experience. In terms of cameras, they have a powerful triple-camera system with a 50MP main lens and 10-bit HDR front lens recording. The Galaxy A56 5G additionally features a 12MP ultra-wide lens and enhancements to Nightography, including Low Noise Mode for the 12MP selfie camera and wider camera support in low-light conditions. For performance, the Galaxy A56 5G is powered by the Exynos 1580 chipset, while the Galaxy A36 5G runs on the Snapdragon® 6 Gen 3 Mobile Platform. Both models have a larger vapor chamber for sustained performance. They are equipped with a 5,000mAh battery and support 45W charging power with Super-Fast Charge 2.0 technology. The phones also offer robust security and privacy with the integration of One UI 7 and Samsung Knox Vault. Furthermore, they will receive six generations of Android OS updates and six years of security updates. Awesome Intelligence provides AI features like enhanced Circle to Search, Auto Trim, Best Face, Instant Slo-mo, Object Eraser, and customisable Filters.
Price and Availability
The Galaxy A56 and Galaxy A36 are now available for purchase via Samsung.com, Samsung exclusive and partner stores, and other online platforms.
The Galaxy A56 5G is available in Awesome Olive, Awesome Lightgray, and Awesome Graphite colours. The pricing details and launch offers are as follows:
- 12GB 256GB: INR 47,999 (Net Effective Price INR 44,999) with a launch offer of a free upgrade to this variant from the 8GB 256GB variant.
- 8GB 256GB: INR 44,999 (Net Effective Price INR 41,999) with a launch offer of a free upgrade to this variant from the 8GB 128GB variant.
- 8GB 128GB: INR 41,999 (Net Effective Price INR 41,999) with no specific launch offer mentioned.
The Galaxy A36 5G is available in Awesome Black, Awesome Lavender, and Awesome White colours. The pricing details and launch offers are as follows:
- 12GB 256GB: INR 38,999 (Net Effective Price INR 35,999) with a launch offer of a free upgrade to this variant from the 8GB 256GB variant.
- 8GB 256GB: INR 35,999 (Net Effective Price INR 32,999) with a launch offer of a free upgrade to this variant from the 8GB 128GB variant.
- 8GB 128GB: INR 32,999 (Net Effective Price INR 32,999) with no specific launch offer mentioned.
Additional offers include Samsung Care+ one-year screen protection at a discounted price, no-cost EMI options, and an Amazon voucher on using Samsung Wallet for select transactions.
Conclusion
The Samsung Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G represent a significant step forward in the Galaxy A series, offering a blend of sleek design, enhanced durability, and “Awesome Intelligence” powered by AI. With upgraded performance, impressive displays, advanced camera systems, and long-term software support, these devices aim to provide a premium experience to Indian consumers. The launch offers further sweeten the deal, making these smartphones attractive options in their respective price segments.