Offering Power, Style & Performance in One Sleek Device

Samsung recently introduced the Galaxy A26 5G to its popular Galaxy A Series Range. Designed to deliver a seamless mobile experience, the Galaxy A26 5G combines eye-catching aesthetics with powerful performance and cutting-edge features. 

Designed For Your Dynamic Lifestyle: Slim, Stylish & Striking

This Galaxy A26 5G features a slim body with a flat design and it’s highlighted by a linear grouped camera layout, intended to keep up with your dynamic lifestyle. This well-designed device is available in four vibrant colours: Black, White, Mint and Peach Pink^[1] and, it comes with an elegant glass back that has a reduced thickness from 8.3 mm to 7.7 mm.

Immersive Viewing & Unmatched Entertainment

Whether you’re gaming, streaming or scrolling through social media – the Galaxy A26 5G ensures a more immersive viewing experience. It comes with 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display^[2] that boasts a slim and minimised bezel, ensuring that every image comes to life with vibrant colours and stunning clarity. The slim bezels draw you into your go-to entertainment with vivid clarity, from the latest video by your favourite creator to pictures of loved ones. The smooth up to 120 Hz refresh rate makes scrolling through social feeds, streaming videos and gaming smooth and speedy.

Have peace of mind with reliable durability, including an IP67 rating for water and dust resistance^[3]. This feature allows you to enjoy your favourite outdoor activities with ease – you can now snap concert highlights or record epic half-time moments, even in the rain. The Galaxy A26 5G is equipped with 50 MP Wide-angle camera^[4] that allows you to take steadier shots, even on-the-go. Also, with 13 MP Selfie Camera – you can now take selfies you’ll want to share right away, ensuring that you capture every moment – from the everyday to the extraordinary.

And that’s not all. The “Circle to Search” feature^[5] that’s part of Samsung’s “Awesome Intelligence” suite, allows you to quickly search the web for information about objects or text displayed on your phone’s screen by simply circling, highlighting or tapping them. The innovative camera of the Galaxy A26 5G comes along with other creative tools such as Object Eraser^[6] that detects, suggests and removes unwanted items; so you can create your own masterpiece. Filters^[7] is another advanced camera feature that allows you to capture and share the essence of each moment effortlessly.

And, with Edit Suggestion^[8] on Galaxy A26 5G that gives you tips to enhance your photos, you can now refine all your shots. In addition, with an upgraded AP and a long-lasting 5,000 mAh (typical) battery^[9] – you can immerse yourself into your favourite content even more. This feature allows you to enjoy movie marathons for up to 17 hours, without having to charge your Galaxy A26 5G. The long-lasting battery ensures that you stay powered all day, while 25W fast charging9 gets you back in action quickly. There’s also extended software support with 6 OS updates and six (6) years of security updates that are built to last long and strong^[10].

And furthermore, Samsung South Africa in partnership with AURA, recently launched Samsung SOS+ – a free-to-use, 24/7 private emergency response access, exclusive to the new Galaxy A56, A36 and A26. In an emergency and on demand, the service will immediately geolocate you and send traceable private security and medical emergency services, giving you peace of mind wherever you are in South Africa.^[11]

With a 12-month free access offered as a launch promotion^[12] for devices purchased between 01 May and 06 November 2025, users can access the service through the Samsung Members app, a dedicated toll-free number and the Samsung SOS+ app available on the Google Play Store. 

To find out more about the Galaxy A26 5G as well as the Galaxy A56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G and other Galaxy smartphones, please visit: Samsung Newsroom, Samsung Mobile Press and Samsung.com.

^[1]Terms & Conditions Apply. Colour availability may vary by country, region or carrier.

^[2]Compared to previous Galaxy A25 5G. ** Measured diagonally, the screen size is 6.7″ in the full rectangle and 6.5″ accounting for the rounded corners. Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and the camera hole. Galaxy A26 5G (SM-A266)’s display received Eye Care Certification by SGS based on its ability to reduce the harmful effects of blue light.

^[3]Galaxy A26 5G is rated as IP67. Based on lab test conditions for submersion in up to 1 meter of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use. Water and dust resistance of the device is not permanent and may diminish over time due to normal wear and tear.

^[4]50 MP resolution is available on the Galaxy A26 5G’s rear Wide-angle camera only. Results may vary depending on shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus or moving subjects.

^[5]Circle to Search is a trademark of Google LLC. Sequences shortened and simulated. Results for illustrative purposes only. Service availability may vary by country, language, device model. Requires internet connection. Users may need to update Android and Google app to the latest version. Results may vary depending on visual or audio matches. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed. Works on compatible apps and surfaces, and with ambient music only. Will not identify music coming through headphones or if phone volume is off.

^[6]Results may vary based on the images and the object you’re trying to remove. Results may vary depending on light condition and/or shooting conditions, including multiple subjects, being out of focus or moving subjects.

^[7]Filters feature is unavailable in the 3:4 64MP aspect ratio setting. Its availability might differ based on device model and software version. Filter availability may vary based on resolution and aspect ratio settings.

^[8]Edit Suggestion is compatible with certain file formats. Edit results and quality may vary depending on the photography condition. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.

^[9]Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated (minimum) capacity is 4,860 mAh. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors. Actual battery life varies by network environment, features and apps used, frequency of calls and messages, the number of times charged, and many other factors. Estimated against the average usage profile compiled by UX Connect Research. Independently assessed by UX Connect Research between 2025.01.16-2025.01.27 in UK with pre-release versions of SM-A266 5G under default setting using LTE and 5G Sub6 networks. NOT tested under 5G mmWave Network.

^[10]Availability and timing of Android OS upgrades and security updates may vary by device model and market. ** Galaxy A26 5G will be supported with six generations of OS upgrades and 6 years of security updates from the global launch date

^[11]AURA has partnered with the best private security & medical companies across South Africa to ensure that you have help wherever you may be. AURA has a live coverage map to see specifically where the services cover you based on your location. AURA currently covers all population centres including all major cities, towns and even certain informal settlements.

^[12]Terms & Conditions Apply All participants during the term of this Promotion agree to be bound by the following Terms and Conditions. https://www.samsung.com/za/offer/samsung-sos-plus-terms/