Samsung is pushing hard to achieve its goal of “a galaxy for everyone”, with the launch of its 2025 Galaxy A-Series smartphones, including two models that are under the $550 mark.
This includes the new Galaxy A36 5G and the Galaxy A26 5G, priced at $549 and $499 respectively. Rounding out the trio is the Galaxy A56 5G, a more feature-rich model, starting at $699.
However, what’s remarkable is how much is packed into the less expensive models, which share many of the same features as the Galaxy A56.
Samsung’s Nathan Rigger, Head of Product, Mobile eXperience, Samsung Australia, says that the 2025 Galaxy A series models are designed to deliver “uncompromised value in this segment of the market” and that the A Series focuses on battery life, durability, performance, and camera quality, all of which are top considerations for budget-minded shoppers.
AI for everyone
The most notable thing about the A Series is that you can now access some of the latest AI features found on Samsung’s ultra-premium Galaxy S25 Series phones, which start at $1399.
This includes the “fan favourite” Circle to Search feature, which provides a visual Google-like search of anything that’s on your screen, including items or objects in photos, videos, and more. Galaxy A36 and A26 models come with the latest version of Circle to Search that can now recognise phone numbers, emails, and URLs.
It can also listen to music playing around you and identify the tune, and you can even hum or sing a song and it will attempt to identify the song or original artist.
Other “Awesome Intelligence” features, as Samsung calls it, include AI Select, which is borrowed from the Galaxy S25 as well, and a handy way to get tasks done by analysing what’s on your screen and suggesting your next best action.
For example, if it detects that you’re looking at an address, it will prompt you to open Google Maps and it automatically enters the destination. If it’s an event, it will open your calendar so you can check your availability, or if you’re looking at a photo, it might suggest that you turn it into a wallpaper.
There are other AI tools included too, such Object Eraser that will seamlessly remove objects in your photos, and Edit Suggest that will suggest the best ways to improve your photos.
However, the Best Face and Auto Trim tools are only included on the Galaxy A56 model.
Keeping cool
To handle AI tasks, not to mention mobile gaming and multi-tasking, the Galaxy A36 sports a Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 Mobile Platform, along with a vapour chamber to keep it cool when enduring heavy workloads.
The Galaxy A26 has Exynos 1380.
Refreshing design
On the design front, the A Series gets a new “design ID” with most of the changes made to the camera housing on the back by adding what Samsung calls a “floating shutter”. All three models have a sleek and attractive look, and surprisingly premium feel considering their lower prices.
The A36 is just 7.4 millimetres thick, which is 0.8mm thinner than last year’s model and 15 grams lighter at 195g. The A26 is 7.7mm thick and 200g.
There are two colour choices for the A36 including Awesome Lavender and Awesome Black, and just one colour for the A26, which is Black.
Bigger and brighter screens
When it comes to screens, both models get a slightly larger (by 0.1 inches) 6.7in Full HD displays, which are complemented by slightly slimmer bezels to prevent increasing the proportions of the phones.
The screens offer smooth scrolling with 120Hz refresh rates and are great for viewing in sunny conditions thanks to their 1200nit maximum brightness (up 20% from last year), and Samsung states that they run at 800nits for general use.
Camera capabilities
The Galaxy A36 and A26 give you plenty of creative options with a triple camera system, including wide, ultra-wide, and macro cameras. There’s a new 12MP front camera on the A36, which has more light sensitivity and HDR support for more lifelike images and better low-light performance.
The 50MP wide camera on both phones also comes with Optical Image Stabilisation, meaning sharper shots, especially as the sun goes down.
Long run time
It’s good to see that the Galaxy A36 and A26 share the same battery technology as the pricier A56, with a 5000mAh capacity, which will be good for more than a day’s use. This can be fast charged using a 45W charger to top up to 100 percent in 1 hour and 8 minutes or 50% in just under half an hour. You’ll need to bring your own 45W USB-C charger, however, as one is not included in the box.
Designed to last
All A-Series models get Samsung’s new One UI 7 operating system, which has many refinements and visual improvements, but best of all, this includes 6 years of Android OS and security updates.
On the outside, the A36 and A26 (for the first time) have IP67 dust and water resistance ratings, which means they can survive up to 30 minutes in 1 meter of fresh water; however, care should always be taken near pools, oceans, and puddles.
There’s also sturdy Gorilla Glass Victus on both the front and back, which should help prevent scratches and cracks.
Galaxy A36 5G and A26 5G options and availability
In terms of configurations, there’s no removable MicroSD card for expanding memory, and both models come equipped with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage.
Pre-orders are now open, with models appearing in shops on the 27th of March.
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