Samsung debuted the A26 5G in India today. It is a smartphone with a premium feeling, yet is cost friendly. The phone has a massive screen, a high end chipset, and boasts of good software support.
Samsung Galaxy A26 5G: Elegant Aesthetic and Clean Display
The Galaxy A26 5G features a stunning 6.7 Super AMOLED display that has Full HD+ resolution (1080 x 2340 pixels). There is an Infinity U notch at the top for the front camera. So scrolling will be smooth because of the 120Hz refresh rate. Under sunlight, the phone is still visible due to the 1,000 nits peak brightness along with the contrasting feature of Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+, that protects the screen from scratches.
Performance Made Easy with Exynos 1380
The phone runs on Exynos 1380 chipsets that have an octa-core processor consisting of 2.4 Quad A78 and 2 GHz Quad A55 CPUs. A Mali G68 MP5 GPU is available for multitasking as well as gaming. The device comes in 8GB RAM variants and 128GB/256GB storage options, which can be expanded further by 2TB using a microSD card. To ensure the device runs at a low temperature even during heavy usage, a larger vapor chamber is installed.
Iteration After Iteration: Long Software Support
The device runs on One UI 7.0 which is based on Android 15. The one big promises Samsung make is that the user will recieve 6 OS updates and 6 years worth of security updates. This is a long term support and ensures security.
Incredible Camera System
The 3 cameras on the back are :
- 50MP main camera (OIS) for clearer pictures
- 8MP ultra wide lens for wider views
- 2MP macro sensor for closer images
Front camera with 13MP for selfies and video conferences
Pictures and videos taken on the phone are clearer and less blurry due to the OIS feature.
Durability and Connectivity
For the first time, the A26 5G has and IP67 rating for dust and water resistance. It comes with a side mounted fingerprint scanner, stereo speakers, 5G, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, NFC, and USB type C for the best connectivity.
Large Battery and Fast Charging
With a 5000mAh battery life, this phone can be in use for longer periods of time without charging. It has a fast charging port but you should buy the charger separately.
Pricing and Availability
The Galaxy A26 5G is offered in 4 colors, Awesome Black, Awesome Mint, Awesome White, and Awesome Peach. The price for this phone is 8GB + 128GB – 24,999 and 8GB + 256GB – 27,999. It’s currently offered on Flipkart, but will shortly be on sale in local Samsung retail shops.
Concluding Remarks
Overall, Samsung Galaxy A26 5G stands out as a remarkable mid-range smartphone. It has an impressive screen refresh rate, powerful processor, good battery life, and sturdy build. Its longevity in software updates makes it appealing for buyers who want performance and value on their purchase.
