Samsung is set to introduce its Galaxy S25 smartphone lineup on January 22. Shortly after, the company may also announce a new mid-priced phone to compete with the Google Pixel 8a.
According to Android Authority, the Galaxy A56 has received several certifications in China, indicating that its launch — at least in that market — is imminent. These certifications have revealed some official specifications and images.
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The images suggest that the Galaxy A56 will feature a camera bar similar to the one on the Galaxy Z Fold 6. Additionally, it will include an LED flash on the right side, along with volume and power buttons housed in a “Key Island.” This design is reminiscent of what we’ve seen on the Galaxy A15, A25, and the current A55.
Galaxy A56 vs Galaxy Z Fold 6. TENAA and Digital Trends
Previous rumors indicated that the Exynos 1580 chip will power the Galaxy A56 and come with a rear camera setup comprising a 50MP primary sensor, a 12MP ultrawide sensor, a 5MP depth sensor, and a 5,000mAh battery. In a first for a Samsung Galaxy A phone, the A56 is expected to support 45W charging speeds.
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These features are expected to make the Galaxy A56 a significant upgrade over its predecessor, the Galaxy A55, which was released in March 2024. The A55 faced criticism for having an uncomfortable fold, a lack of wireless charging, and other issues.
Like the Galaxy S25 models — including the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25 Ultra — the Galaxy A56 is expected to ship with Android 15 and One UI 7.
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