You can now make a statement with a mix of minimalism and durability while also featuring a clean, linear grouped camera layout with a premium glass back. This latest Galaxy A56 smartphone is built with a slimmer bezel and flat side frame – offering a slim, stylish feel and finish. The minimalist yet elegant rear design of the Galaxy A56 features a clean, vertically aligned three-lens camera layout with black camera rings that further enhance the refined aesthetic.

Also, you can now snap awesome selfies with the improved 12 MP front camera^[1] on Galaxy A56 5G which captures vibrant photos. Your selfies are now shareable just the way they are. With the upgraded 50 MP camera^[2] on Galaxy A56 5G – you will get excellent photos and videos. This upgraded camera feature identifies the sky, skin, face, hair and grass and enhances the image quality for you instantly.

The front camera of the Galaxy A56 5G is also improved to get optimal colours and contrast for high-res selfie videos. This enhancement allows you to shoot awesome and superb selfie photos and videos of your adventures and everyday life in Super HDR. The cameras on the new Galaxy A56 5G can now absorb more light for low noise and they come with high-resolution Nightography^[3] feature as well as additional wide camera support that enables you to capture stunning content in low-light settings.

Now available exclusively on Galaxy A56 5G is the Best Face^[4] feature that makes it easier than ever to capture the perfect group shot by selecting and combining the best expressions or features for up to five people from a motion photo. Whether someone blinked or looked away, Best Face ensures everyone looks their best in a single, seamless shot. With Best Face, you can now take the perfect group photos that everyone will love.

We all know that group selfies don’t always go as planned — someone could be blinking or have an awkward expression on their face. But with the Best Face feature, those slip-ups are an easy fix. Best Face analyses the multiple frames of pictures taken using Motion Photo to recommend the best ones. All that’s left for Galaxy A56 5G users to do afterwards is to simply browse through the suggested frames and select a flawless group selfie where everyone looks their best.

This latest Galaxy A56 5G is also designed with durability in mind. It features a solid metal frame and Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus®+^[5] that keeps the Awesome design of Galaxy A56 5G looking great. Plus, with IP67 protection^[6], this latest smartphone can handle splashes and is safe from dirt and dust. The advanced Corning® Glass cover material adds an extra layer of durability against scratches and cracks.

Importantly, this latest Samsung Galaxy A56 5G is designed to offer a faster and smoother user experience compared to its predecessors in the Galaxy A series family. It also comes packed with other incredible features that include an Exynos 1580 processor, a larger 6.7-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate7 as well as AI-driven features. These improvements contribute to a more fluid and responsive user experience, especially for tasks like gaming, multi-tasking and video playback. 

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 situation and on demand, the service will immediately geolocate you and send traceable private security and medical emergency services, giving you peace of mind.

With a 12-month free access offered as a launch promotion^[7] for devices purchased between 01 May and 06 November 2025^[8], users can access the service through the Samsung Members app and a dedicated toll-free number. To find out more about Galaxy A56 5G and other Galaxy smartphones, please visit: Samsung Newsroom, Samsung Mobile Press and Samsung.com.

^[1]Terms & Conditions Apply. *Compared to the previous model. *Results may vary depending on shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus or moving subjects.

^[2]*Actual product may differ from the image shown.*50 MP resolution is available on the Galaxy A56 5G’s rear Wide-angle camera only.

^[3]Results may vary depending on light condition and/or shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus or moving subjects.

^[4]Best Face feature is available exclusively on the Galaxy A56 5G device from the Galaxy A series. Best Face is only available for photos taken with Motion Photo turned on. The feature does not generate new facial expressions but selects from frames within the Motion Photo video clip. It can recognise up to five

^[5]Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus®+ is applied to the front and rear of the device. *Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus®+ back glass does not include camera glass. Frame does not include volume and side keys or SIM tray.

^[6]Galaxy A56 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.

^[7]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.

^[8]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/

Awesome Intelligence for More Creativity and Advanced Searching

For the first time, the Galaxy A series is integrating Awesome Intelligence, including Galaxy’s popular AI-powered features to reimagine creativity while bringing enhanced durability and longevity, as well as robust security and privacy protections for a safe and long-lasting mobile experience.

The latest Galaxy A series brings users Galaxy’s fan-favourite AI-powered features. Enhanced Circle to Search with Google¹ offers a seamless way to find answers, enabling users to instantly bring information to their fingertips with a simple gesture. With Object Eraser², users can easily remove unwanted elements from photos for a cleaner, more polished look. For those who enjoy customising their photos even further, Filters³ can create unique effects inspired by their favourite images. Best Face⁴ (available only on the Galaxy A56 5G within the Galaxy A series) allows users to select the best expressions from multiple frames and combine them into a single photo so everyone looks their best.

5000mAh Battery: Built for Life on the Move

Ever been halfway through the day and realised you’re already at 20% battery? With the Galaxy A26, A36, and A56, that’s a thing of the past. Each phone comes packed with a powerful 5000mAh battery⁵ – enough to carry you from morning gym sessions to late-night video calls with zero stress.

[1] Service availability may vary by country, language, and device model. Requires an 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.

^[2] Results may vary based on the images and the object the user is trying to remove.

^[3] 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.

^[4] Accuracy of results is not guaranteed. Best Face feature is available exclusively on the Galaxy A56 5G device from the Galaxy A series. Best Face is only available for photos taken with Motion Photo turned on. The feature does not generate new facial expressions but selects from frames within the Motion Photo video clip. It can recognise up to five people per image and suggest up to three alternative expressions per person.

^[5] Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.

The L-Tido Podcast, hosted by renowned hip-hop artist and influencer Thato “L-Tido” Madonsela, is one of South Africa’s leading podcasts. Known for its raw, in-depth interviews with popular South African entertainers, the show covers a wide array of topics including career journeys, personal stories, current events, and controversial subjects. With its unfiltered, authentic style, The L-Tido Podcast has earned a loyal following that Samsung is excited to engage with through this strategic partnership.

Samsung Galaxy A Series: Awesome Intelligence for Everyone

As part of the collaboration, Samsung will sponsor three episodes of The L-Tido Podcast during April. The sponsorship comes in support of the Galaxy A series smartphones – the Galaxy A56 5G, A36 5G, and A26 5G – which are designed to bring Awesome Intelligence to everyone. As podcasting continues to grow popular, smartphones like the Galaxy A series are one of the biggest tools viewers use to enjoy them, which comes as no surprise as they deliver impeccable viewing quality.

The Galaxy A series boasts impressive features that make it the ultimate device for modern consumers, including:

• Enhanced Circle to Search: Effortlessly find and connect with people, places, and things with an intuitive search feature.
• Music Search: Instantly identify and discover new music tracks, whether you’re listening to a podcast or out and about.
• Awesome Camera: Capture stunning moments with the Nightography mode, perfect for low-light environments, and Object Eraser to effortlessly remove unwanted objects from your photos.
• Samsung Knox: Protect your personal data with Samsung’s industry-leading mobile security, ensuring peace of mind for every user.

Exciting Giveaways

In addition to the podcast sponsorship, Samsung is giving back to viewers with exciting giveaways. Three lucky viewers will have the chance to win the latest Galaxy A series smartphones (Terms and Conditions apply) – a perfect opportunity for fans of the podcast to experience Awesome Intelligence for themselves.
 

Don’t Miss Out!

Tune in to The L-Tido Podcast in April 2025 to catch the exclusive Samsung-sponsored episodes and for your chance to win one of the new Samsung Galaxy A series smartphones. You won’t want to miss these engaging conversations with South African celebrities and influencers, all while discovering the amazing features of the Samsung Galaxy A series.

For the first time, Galaxy A series users can enjoy fan-favourite Galaxy AI features, previously exclusive to flagship devices, now reimagined for a wider audience. Awesome Intelligence brings powerful, fun, and easy-to-use tools that transform how users create, connect, and explore.

“With Awesome Intelligence, we’re delivering an experience that’s smarter, more creative, and more personal to user and fans of the ever-popular Galaxy A series,” said Justin Hume, Vice President of Mobile Experience at Samsung South Africa. “These new devices bring flagship-level AI features and robust security to more people than ever before, while also debuting Samsung SOS+ – a true game-changer for personal safety in South Africa.”

Unlocking Creativity with Awesome Intelligence

Powered by One UI 7, Awesome Intelligence delivers cutting-edge AI innovations, including Circle to Search, which has taken searching on your phone to the next level. Featuring Awesome Intelligence enhancements, it’s now not just for images; it can now also recognise music playing in videos, helping users identify songs by tapping a button. With it, you can instantly identify songs playing nearby or from memory, thanks to advanced audio recognition.

The Galaxy A series also takes the camera experience to a new level with creator-focused tools, starting with a powerful triple-camera system featuring a 50MP main lens on all devices. AI enhancements ensure every photo and video looks sharp, vibrant, and perfectly lit, thanks to the improved camera set-up. Editing features like Object Eraser let users remove unwanted elements from images, while Filters offer personalised colour and style extraction for a unique visual flair. The result? Effortless creativity with every tap.

All three models feature a robust 5,000mAh battery^[i], with Super-Fast Charging 2.0 (45W) support on the Galaxy A56 5G and A36 5G for all-day performance. The entire line-up is built to endure life’s surprises with IP67-rated dust and water resistance^[ii] – now included even on the Galaxy A26 5G for the first time.

Introducing Samsung SOS+: Real-Time Emergency Assistance

Samsung also unveiled Samsung SOS+, a personal emergency service developed in partnership with AURA, the country’s leading emergency response platform. Samsung SOS+ connects users to a nationwide network of vetted medical and armed responders.

In an emergency, users dial the dedicated SOS+ number, which instantly shares their live location with AURA’s secure system. Help is then dispatched immediately, with a call-back from the SOS+ control centre to confirm assistance is en route. The service is free for the first 12 months with the purchase of any qualifying device, including the new Galaxy A56, A36, and A26. The Subscription service will be available from 01 May 2025.

^[i] *** 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 mm Wave Network.

^[ii] *Galaxy A56 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.

“As Samsung continues to lead the way in mobile AI, we are committed to bringing its power to even more users, providing new ways to explore and capture the world around them through Awesome Intelligence,” said TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics. “With the launch of the new Galaxy A series, we look forward to more people benefitting from smart and fun mobile experiences that unleash their creativity, all while ensuring the security and reliability users expect from us.”

The latest Galaxy A series brings users Galaxy’s fan-favourite AI-powered features. Enhanced Circle to Search with Google^[2] offers a seamless way to find answers, enabling users to instantly bring information to their fingertips with a simple gesture. With Object Eraser^[3], users can easily remove unwanted elements from photos for a cleaner, more polished look. For those who enjoy customising their photos even further, Filters^[4] can create unique effects inspired by their favourite images. Available only on Galaxy A56 5G within the Galaxy A series, Best Face^[5] allows users to select the best expressions from multiple frames and combine them into a single photo so everyone looks their best.

Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G feature a 6.7-inch^[6] FHD+ Super AMOLED display with a peak brightness of up to 1200 nits^[7], offering a vivid and immersive viewing experience in any environment. A 5,000mAh battery powers all three models, allowing users to enjoy every moment for longer. Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G deliver enhanced performance, with a larger vapor chamber^[8] that ensures smoother multitasking, gaming and video playback. The new Galaxy A series also provides an extra, fortified layer of device safety, transparency and user choice with Samsung Knox Vault. Additionally, these devices are built for long-term use and peace of mind, with support for up to six generations of OS upgrades and six years of security updates.

The new Galaxy A series is available through mobile carriers, retailers, Samsung.com/za, and Samsung Shop App, and comes in a range of stylish colour options^[9]. Galaxy A56 5G is available in Awesome Lightgray, Awesome Graphite, Awesome Olive and Awesome Pink. Galaxy A36 5G comes in Awesome Lavender, Awesome Black, Awesome White and Awesome Lime. Galaxy A26 5G is available in Black, White, Mint and Peach Pink.

For more information about Galaxy A56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G, and Galaxy A26 5G, please visit: Samsung Newsroom, Samsung Mobile Press and Samsung.com.

^[1] Samsung Account login may be required to use certain features. Samsung does not make any promises, assurances or guarantees as to the accuracy, completeness or reliability of the output provided by Intelligent features. Availability of features may vary depending on the region/country, OS/One UI version, device model, and carrier.

^[2] Service availability may vary by country, language, and device model. Requires an 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.

^[3] Results may vary based on the images and the object the user is trying to remove.

^[4] 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.

^[5] Accuracy of results is not guaranteed. Best Face feature is available exclusively on the Galaxy A56 5G device from the Galaxy A series. Best Face is only available for photos taken with Motion Photo turned on. The feature does not generate new facial expressions but selects from frames within the Motion Photo video clip. It can recognise up to five people per image and suggest up to three alternative expressions per person.

^[6] 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.

^[7] 1,200 nits in High Brightness Mode (HBM).

^[8] Compared to previous generation.

^[9] Colour and model availability may vary depending on country, region or carrier.

Introducing the Samsung Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G – smartphones that combine powerful performance and cutting-edge features for an amazing user experience. Both models feature Samsung’s Awesome Intelligence, making everyday tasks easier with tools like Circle To Search and Music Search, powered by AI.

Capture stunning photos with the Awesome Camera: a 50MP OIS main camera on both devices, plus a 12MP Ultra-Wide on the A56 and 8MP Ultra-Wide on the A36. Both offer Nightography for excellent low-light shots and the Object Eraser tool to remove unwanted elements.

In performance, the Galaxy A56 5G is powered by the Exynos 1380 processor, while the A36 5G uses the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset, ensuring smooth multitasking and gaming. The 6.7-inch display with 1200 nits provides vibrant visuals, even in direct sunlight.

Both phones are IP67 water and dust resistant and feature 45W fast charging. With six generations of OS upgrades and six years of security updates, they’re designed to last.

Samsung Newsroom explored the Galaxy A56 5G and A36 5G, highlighting four key elements that set them apart.

1. Stylish — A Sleek and Compact Design

The Iconic Galaxy A Series Look, Now More Refined

The Galaxy A56 5G and A36 5G take the signature design of the Galaxy A series to the next level, blending modern sophistication with a sleek aesthetic. The first thing that catches the eye is their slim, flat frame.

The Galaxy A56 5G features a polished metal frame, available in a range of stylish colours. The A56 5G’s colourways stand out with their milky matte finish, while the A36 5G’s colour options captivate with their holographic effects.

▲ The Galaxy A56 5G will be available in Awesome Pink, Awesome Olive, Awesome Lightgray and Awesome Graphite, while the Galaxy A36 5G will come in Awesome Lime, Awesome Black, Awesome Lavender and Awesome White.

Their minimalist yet elegant rear design features a clean, vertically aligned three-lens camera layout with black camera rings that further enhance the refined aesthetic.

▲ (From left to right) The rear of the Galaxy A56 5G and A36 5G with their linear three-lens camera layout and black camera rings

A Slimmer and Lighter Body

Both the Galaxy A56 5G and A36 5G feature a 6.7-inch screen, 0.1 inch larger than that of their predecessors. The FHD+ Super AMOLED display delivers a peak brightness of 1,200 nits — 200 nits brighter than before — ensuring an even more immersive and vivid viewing experience.

Trimmed down by 0.8mm compared to their predecessors, both models also sport a slimmer profile at just 7.4mm thick, offering a firm yet comfortable grip when held. The flat key island design on the sides complement the streamlined aesthetic, adding to the devices’ refined look.

Thanks to their slimmer design, both devices are also lighter than the previous models, despite having larger displays. The Galaxy A56 5G weighs 198g — 15g lighter than its predecessor, while the Galaxy A36 5G shed 14g to come in at 195g.

▲ The slim 7.4mm profile combined with the flat frame and key island design offers a firm, comfortable grip when held.

2. Versatile and Intelligent — Fueled by Awesome Intelligence

Searching Made Simple With Circle to Search

Circle to Search makes finding information effortless. All users need to do is long press the home button , then draw a circle around anything interesting they see on their screen and watch in awe as Google provides relevant search results in an instant.

And it’s not just for images! Circle to Search now recognises music as well — for example, the background music playing in a video. When watching something on YouTube, simply long press the home button. Then tap the music button to instantly find the name of the song featured in the video and the artist who sings it. That same song can be identified even when sung or hummed by a person, instead of being played from the video’s original audio.

3. Picture-Perfect — Smarter Camera Features and Photo-Editing Tools

Nightography and Object Eraser — Flawless Selfies Even at Night

Imagine taking in the atmosphere during a nighttime walk and snapping a selfie, only to be disappointed by the noise in the final image. Or perhaps a scenario where a countless number of selfies had to be taken before realising none of them quite achieved the right look. With the enhanced Nightography feature on the Galaxy A56 5G, those frustrations are a thing of the past. Clear, vibrant selfies can be captured even at night with a 12MP front camera optimised to reduce noise and deliver smoother results.

Unwanted objects in the background can take away from the perfect selfie as well. Simply trace around those objects to remove them, and Object Eraser will seamlessly fill in the space where they originally were to blend naturally with the background, resulting in a clean, crisp photo.

▲ Clear, vibrant selfies can be taken even at night with Nightography.

Custom Camera Filters for Standout Selfies

Some portrait photos on social media just have that one vibe, an unmistakable look hard to find anywhere else. Instead of scrolling past those images, why not save them? With the Filters feature, users can easily create their own custom camera filters using saved images. Achieving the perfect selfie with the desired aesthetic has never been easier.

Best Face — Perfect Group Photos Everyone Will Love

Group selfies don’t always go as planned — someone could be blinking or have an awkward expression on their face. But with the Best Face feature, those slip-ups are an easy fix. Best Face analyses the multiple frames of pictures taken using Motion Photo to recommend the best ones. All that is left for Galaxy A56 5G users to do afterwards is simply browse through the suggested frames and select a flawless group selfie where everyone looks their best.

4. Powerful and Secure — Enhanced Privacy Safeguards

The Galaxy A56 5G and A36 5G are the first in the Galaxy A series to feature One UI 7, offering more robust security than ever before. One key highlight is the hardware-backed Knox Vault, which combines a secure processor with secure memory to isolate users’ most sensitive data — like personal identification numbers (PINs) and passwords — from the rest of their device and ensure that no one else can physically or remotely access them. The new smartphones also come equipped with a range of extensive security innovations, including an enhanced Auto Blocker — Galaxy’s opt-in package of security measures that prevents unauthorised app installations and other security threats — and the new Theft Protection feature, which ensures personal data is protected even when devices are lost or stolen.

Samsung also promises six years of security updates along with up to six generations of Android OS and One UI upgrades for the Galaxy A56 5G and A36 5G, ensuring a secure and reliable mobile experience for years to come.

The Galaxy A series is back with cutting-edge innovations. With the Awesome Intelligence-integrated Galaxy A56 5G and A36 5G, Samsung looks forward to seeing even more people enjoy an Awesome lifestyle.

“The new Galaxy A series marks an important step in our mission of AI for all, by opening Galaxy’s incredible mobile AI experiences to even more people around the world,” said TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile eXperience (MX) Business at Samsung Electronics. “With these awesome new features and capabilities, we are excited to unlock limitless creativity on the Galaxy A series while ensuring a safe, reliable and fun mobile experience.”

Awesome Intelligence for Advanced Search and Creativity

Awesome Intelligence is the first comprehensive mobile AI exclusively available on Galaxy A56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G and Galaxy A26 5G and brings users powerful, fun and easy-to-use AI tools. Powered by One UI 7, the new Awesome Intelligence features bring amazing search and visual experiences to Galaxy A series users.

A fan-favourite on Galaxy A series devices last year, Google’s enhanced Circle to Search^[1], makes it easier than ever to search and discover from the phone’s screen. With the latest upgrades, users can now get even more done on their phone. Circle to Search will quickly recognise phone numbers, email addresses and URLs on the screen so users can take action with a single tap.

With the recent enhancements to Circle to Search, users can also instantly search the songs they hear without switching apps. Whether it’s a song playing on social media from their phone or music that’s playing from speakers near them, just long press the navigation bar to activate Circle to Search, then tap the music button to effortlessly identify the song name and artist.

The Galaxy A series also takes the camera experience to a new level with creator-focused tools, starting with a powerful triple-camera system featuring a 50MP main lens on all devices and 10-bit HDR front lens recording on Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G for bright and crisp selfies. Galaxy A56 5G features leading camera technology with a 12MP ultra-wide lens, while the entire Galaxy A series empowers creativity in new and exciting ways through intelligent visual editing.

Exclusively available on Galaxy A56 5G, Best Face^[2] makes it easier than ever to capture the perfect group shot by selecting and combining the best expressions or features for up to five people from a motion photo. Whether someone blinked or looked away, Best Face ensures everyone looks their best in a single, seamless shot. The Galaxy A56 5G also brings enhancements to Nightography^[3], with Low Noise Mode making its way to the 12MP selfie camera and additional wide camera support to capture stunning content in low-light settings.

Galaxy A 56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G and Galaxy A26 5G all bring fine-refined Object Eraser^[4] , allowing users to remove unwanted distractions from photos. Whether it’s an unexpected passerby or a distracting shadow, users can manually or automatically select objects to erase, achieving a cleaner, more polished final image with just a few taps. Moreover, Filters^[5] enables custom filter creation by extracting colours and styles from existing photos for users to apply for a unique and personalised effect depending on mood and taste. With these intelligent tools, users can refine and enhance their photos effortlessly, bringing a new level of creativity to every shot.

Built To Last With Upgraded Displays and Software Longevity

Now with up to six generations of Android OS and One UI upgrades and six years of security updates, the Galaxy A series reinforces its software longevity even more. These updates add additional support toward optimising the device’s lifecycle, ensuring users can enjoy a smooth and reliable experience for years to come.

The Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G also introduce a larger display created for a high-quality, immersive viewing experience. Both devices feature a 6.7-inch^[6] FHD+ Super AMOLED display with brightness levels reaching up to 1200 nits^[7], allowing for a more vibrant and immersive entertainment experience. New stereo speakers further enhance the experience with rich, balanced sound.

With a 5,000mAh battery included throughout the entire line-up, the new Galaxy A series is designed to keep up with users’ daily routines. Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G support 45W charging power and Super-Fast Charge 2.0 technology, delivering even faster charging for extended use. Both models also deliver enhanced performance, as Galaxy A56 5G is powered by the Exynos 1580 chipset and Galaxy A36 5G features the Snapdragon® 6 Gen 3 Mobile Platform. A larger vapour chamber in both devices helps sustain performance, ensuring smooth gameplay, video playback, and effortless multitasking.

Beyond performance, the new Galaxy A series is built to withstand life’s unpredictable moments. For the first time, Galaxy A26 5G features an IP67 dust and water resistance rating for strong protection against the elements, matching the IP67 rating on Galaxy A36 5G and Galaxy A56 5G^[8]. Additionally, an advanced Corning® Glass cover material adds a layer of durability against scratches and cracks^[9]

Expanded Protections for Security and Privacy Assured

Thanks to the integration of One UI 7 on the Galaxy A series for the first time, Samsung is further supporting robust security and privacy. With Samsung Knox Vault, the Galaxy A series provides an extra, fortified layer of device safety, transparency and user choice – ensuring sensitive data always stays protected. Equipped with the latest One UI 7 security and privacy features, Galaxy A series users benefit from holistic protection  — including enhancements in Theft Detection, More Security Settings and other features.^[10]

Upon release, Digital Key on Galaxy A56 5G^[11] and Galaxy A36 5G devices^[12] will be available in select markets in Asia, Europe, and North America with more markets to follow.

The new Galaxy A series is available in a range of colours.^[13] Galaxy A56 5G is available in Awesome Black, and  Awesome Olive. Galaxy A36 5G is available in  Awesome Black, and Awesome Lime; and Galaxy A26 5G is available in Black, and  Mint .

Launch Offer

For a limited time, customers purchasing the Galaxy A56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G, or Galaxy A26 5G can take advantage of the exciting launch offer where they can buy the Galaxy A56, A36, or A26 on contract and get the Galaxy Tab A9 LTE for only R49 or receive the Galaxy Fit3 for just R499 on non-contract purchases.

Act fast—this exclusive deal is available for a short period at select retailers and network providers!To find out more about Galaxy A56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G, Galaxy A26 5G and other Galaxy smartphones, please visit: Samsung Newsroom, Samsung Mobile Press and Samsung.com.

^[1] 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.

^[2]Best Face feature is available exclusively on the Galaxy A56 5G device from the Galaxy A series. Best Face is only available for photos taken with Motion Photo turned on. The feature does not generate new facial expressions but selects from frames within the Motion Photo video clip. It can recognise up to five

^[3] Results may vary depending on light condition and/or shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus or moving subjects.

^[4] Results may vary based on the images and the object you’re trying to remove.

^[5] Filters feature is unavailable in the 3:4 64MP aspect ratio setting. Its availability might differ based on your device model and software version. Filter availability may vary based on resolution and aspect ratio settings.

^[6] 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.

^[7] 1,200 nits at HBM (High Brightness Mode).

^[8] Based on lab test conditions for submersion in up to 1 metre 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.

^[9] Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus®+ is applied to the front and rear of Galaxy A56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G and Galaxy A26 5G.

^[10] Availability, features and specifications provided in the article are subject to change and may vary by market and/or model.

^[11] Digital Key rollout for Galaxy A56 5G begins in Korea, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, and Italy. Features may vary depending on each country or region

^[12] Digital Key rollout for Galaxy A36 5G begins in Korea, UAE, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Italy, and the United States. Featuremay vary depending on each country or region

^[13] Colour and model availability may vary depending on country, region, or carrier.