Samsung Galaxy A56: Most exciting features revealed
What's the standout feature of the Samsung Galaxy A56? AI-powered image editing. If you’ve ever taken a group photo and noticed someone blinking (as always happens!), the new AI feature on Samsung's A-series is here to save the day. The "Best Face" tool allows you to swap faces in a photo, ensuring that everyone looks their best, even if someone was caught mid-blink. While Google Pixel has a similar feature, now you can enjoy it on a phone that costs half as much.
Additionally, Samsung has enhanced the object removal function, introduced new filters, and added Google’s "Circle to Search" feature, which allows you to search the screen with a simple swipe. This feature debuted on some A-series models last year and is now being included on even more budget-friendly devices.
The most exciting news? Six years of software updates. Yes, you read that correctly. With Android 15 at launch and a commitment to six years of updates, the Galaxy A56 offers more extended software support than many laptops.
Minimal Changes on the Outside, More Power Under the Hood
The Galaxy A56 is slightly larger than its predecessor, the A55. The screen is now 6.7 inches (up from 6.6 inches), and the A36 and A26 models have also received a bump to 6.7 inches (previously 6.6 and 6.5 inches, respectively). All three models come with a 120Hz refresh rate, perfect for smooth browsing and gaming.
As for the camera, the A56 doesn’t bring any big surprises. It boasts a 50MP main camera, a 12MP ultrawide lens, and a 5MP macro lens. The front camera is now 12MP, which is a downgrade from the 32MP selfie camera on the A55.
In terms of processing power, the A56 gets a new Exynos 1580 chipset, while the A36 sticks with last year’s Snapdragon 6 Gen 3. All three models feature a 5000mAh battery, but only the A56 and A36 support 45W fast charging.
Another notable update is the addition of IP67 water resistance to the A26, which is a first for that model.
Is It Worth Upgrading?
If you already own the Galaxy A55 or A35, there’s no urgent need to upgrade unless you’re really excited about the new AI features or the impressive six years of software updates. However, if you're using an older model like the A33, A53, or something similar, the A56 or A36 offer enough improvements to make the upgrade worthwhile.
Samsung is focusing on AI advancements, extended software support, and slightly larger screens—though they’ve quietly downgraded the selfie camera resolution. Also, be prepared to provide your own charger, as it’s no longer included in the box.
Welcome to the future of smartphones—more AI, fewer extras in the box.