Samsung Marks a Step Forward with AI for Everyone by
Introducing New Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G
The latest Galaxy A series brings first-ever Awesome Intelligence,
advanced camera capabilities and enhanced durability
Hong Kong – March 14, 2025 – Samsung Electronics H.K. Company, Limited today announced Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G, the latest and first Galaxy A series smartphones to integrate Awesome Intelligence—bringing Galaxy’s fan-favorite AI-powered features to reimagine creativity — while bringing enhanced durability and longevity, as well as robust security and privacy protections to provide a safe and long-lasting mobile experience.
“The introduction of the new Galaxy A series brings our incredible mobile AI experience to more consumers, signifying our greatest mission of AI for all. Through the Awesome Intelligence and other remarkable enhancements, we are thrilled to welcome more consumers embracing AI in their daily lives, to unleash boundless creativity with security and enjoyment under our powerful safety platform Samsung Knox.” said Ms. Yiyin Zhao, Managing Director of Samsung Electronics H.K. Company, Limited.
Awesome Intelligence for Advanced Search and Creativity
The first comprehensive mobile AI exclusively available on Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G, Awesome Intelligence 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-favorite 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, the search feature is faster and more contextual, now recognizing phone numbers, email and URLs on the screen and helping users perform action with a single tap. The update also introduces Song Search, which can identify music playing nearby, on the device, or even from a user’s own voice when they hum or sing. With support for multiple languages, Song Search makes it effortless to find a tune with users no longer needing to wait for that song title to finally come to them.
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, 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.
Both Galaxy A 56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G bring fine-refined Object Eraser[3], 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[4] enables custom filter creation by extracting colors and styles from existing photos for users to apply for a unique and personalized 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 optimizing 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[5] FHD+ Super AMOLED display with brightness levels reaching up to 1,200 nits[6], 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 lineup, 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 vapor 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. The Galaxy A36 5G and Galaxy A56 5G feature IP67 dust and water resistance rating for b protection against the element[7]. Additionally, an advanced Corning® Glass cover material adds a layer of durability against scratches and cracks[8].
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 Auto Blocker, Theft Detection, More Security Settings and other features[9].
Early Bird Offer
The Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G will be available for sale in Hong Kong on March 28. During the early bird period, customers who purchase at Samsung Online Shop (https://www.samsung.com/hk_en/offer/online-shop/), Samsung Experience Store, authorized resellers and distributors’ physical and online stores can enjoy a series of early bird offers[10].
Early Bird Period |
Details |
Galaxy A56 5G (March 14 - April 13, 2025) |
Customers who pre-order at Samsung Online Shop, Samsung Experience Store, authorized resellers and distributors' physical and online stores can enjoy:
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Galaxy A36 5G (March 14 - April 13, 2025) |
Customers who pre-order at Samsung Online Shop, Samsung Experience Store, authorized resellers and distributors' physical and online stores can enjoy:
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Other Offer (March 15 - April 15, 2025) |
From March 15 to April 15, customers who purchase Galaxy A56 5G or Galaxy A36 5G at Samsung Online Shop, Samsung Experience Store, authorized resellers and distributors’ physical and online stores can join the Samsung Wallet Lucky Draw Campaign, with a chance to win Asia Miles, hotels’ suites accommodation and Galaxy devices. |
Availability and Suggested Retail Price
The Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G will be available on the following date with the suggested retail price:
Model |
Color |
Suggested Retail Price |
Available Date |
Galaxy A56 5G (12GB RAM + 256GB ROM) |
Awesome Graphite Awesome Olive Awesome Lightgray Awesome Pink |
HKD3,698 |
March 28, 2025 |
Galaxy A36 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB ROM) |
Awesome Black Awesome White Awesome Lime Awesome Lavender |
HKD2,998 |
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Galaxy A36 5G (8GB RAM + 128GB ROM) |
Awesome Black Awesome Lavender |
HKD2,698 |
Specifications
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G Specifications:
Special Features |
Awesome Performance:
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Awesome Camera:
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Awesome Intelligence:
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Galaxy Foundation:
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Operating Platform*** |
Android 15 |
Band++ |
5G Sub-6 FDD: N1(2100), N5(850), N28(700) 5G Sub-6 TDD: N40(2300),N41(2500),N78(3500),N79(4500) 4G FDD-LTE: B1(2100),B2(1900),B3(1800),B4(AWS),B5(850),B7(2600),B8(900), B12(700),B17(700),B20(800),B25(1900),B28(700) ,B66(AWS-3) 4G TDD-LTE: B34(2010),B38(2600),B39(1900),B40(2300),B41(2500) 3G WCDMA: B1(2100),B2(1900),B5(850),B8(900) 2G GSM: GSM850,GSM900,DCS1800,PCS1900 |
Dimension |
162.2 (L) x 77.5 (W) x 7.4 (D) mm |
Weight |
198 g |
Display |
6.7” Infinity-O FHD+, Super AMOLED Display (1080 x 2340) |
Processor |
Exynos 1580 Octa-core (2.9GHz, 2.6GHz, 1.9GHz) |
Memory▲ |
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Color+ |
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Battery * |
5,000 mAh |
Camera |
1) Rear: Triple Camera
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Music Player |
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Audio / Video Play Format |
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Internet Tool |
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Sensor |
Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing |
Dust & Water Resistance [IP67] @ |
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Connectivity
Data Transfer |
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Wi-Fi |
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Bluetooth# |
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Data Connectivity |
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Wireless Connectivity |
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Samsung Galaxy A36 5G Specifications:
Special Features |
Awesome Performance:
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Awesome Camera:
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Awesome Intelligence:
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Galaxy Foundation:
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Operating Platform*** |
Android 15 |
Band++ |
5G Sub-6 FDD: N1(2100), N5(850), N28(700) 5G Sub-6 TDD: N40(2300),N41(2500),N78(3500),N79(4500) 4G FDD-LTE: B1(2100), B3(1800), B5(850),B7(2600),B8(900), B28(700) 4G TDD-LTE: B38(2600), B40(2300),B41(2500) 3G WCDMA: B1(2100),B2(1900),B5(850),B8(900) 2G GSM: GSM850,GSM900,DCS1800,PCS1900 |
Dimension |
162.9 (L) x 78.2 (W) x 7.4 (D) mm |
Weight |
195 g |
Display |
6.7” Infinity-O FHD+, Super AMOLED Display (1080 x 2340) |
Processor |
Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (2.4GHz, 1.8GHz) |
Memory▲ |
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Color+ |
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Battery * |
5,000 mAh |
Camera |
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Music Player |
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Audio / Video Play Format |
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Internet Tool |
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Sensor |
Accelerometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing |
Dust & Water Resistance [IP67] @ |
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Connectivity
Data Transfer |
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Wi-Fi |
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Bluetooth# |
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Data Connectivity |
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Wireless Connectivity |
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▲▲▲ When RAM is under 4GB, designated functional constraints may applies.
▲▲ It must be charged by dedicated Samsung Charger and Battery.
* Performance of the battery is subject to the network, signal strength, function, selection and profile.
++ Support 5G Network in HK: Sub6 FDD and Sub6 TDD. Support 4G Network in HK and China: FDD-LTE and TDD-LTE; 3G Network in HK: WCDMA; 3G Network in China: TD-SCDMA, WCDMA. Subject to local network, data and messaging services.
# Stereo Bluetooth is only applicable to specific headsets.
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[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. Works on compatible apps and surfaces. Results may vary depending on visual matches. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.
[2] Best Face feature is available exclusively on the Galaxy A56 5G device from the Galaxy A series.
[3] Results may vary based on the images and the object you're trying to remove.
[4] 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.
[5] 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.
[6] 1,200 nits at HBM (High Brightness Mode).
[7] 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.
[8] Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus®+ is applied to the front and rear of Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G.
[9] Availability, features and specifications provided in the article are subject to change and may vary by market and/or model.
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