Key Takeaways
1. The Samsung Galaxy A26 5G is priced starting at ₹24,999 and features a 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate.
2. It is powered by the Exynos 1380 chipset, offers up to 8GB of RAM, 256GB of expandable storage, and has a 5,000mAh battery with 25W fast charging.
3. The rear camera setup includes a 50MP primary sensor with OIS, an 8MP ultrawide lens, and a 2MP macro lens, while the front camera is 13MP.
4. The phone has an IP67 rating for dust and water resistance, a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, and supports six years of security updates with One UI 7 based on Android 15.
5. Available in four colors, the 8GB+128GB model is priced at ₹24,999, and the 8GB+256GB variant is ₹27,999, with launch promotions including a ₹2,000 discount for HDFC and SBI credit card users.
Samsung has introduced the Galaxy A26 5G in India as an affordable choice in its A-series range. The starting price of the phone is ₹24,999, and it features a 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED screen with a refresh rate of 120Hz. The display can reach a peak brightness of 1,000 nits and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+. It has a waterdrop-style Infinity-U notch that contains a 13MP front-facing camera.
Performance and Specifications
The device is equipped with the Exynos 1380 chipset, which is also found in the Galaxy A35 (2023). It offers up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage, which can be expanded up to 2TB using a microSD card. The phone is powered by a 5,000mAh battery that supports 25W fast charging.
The rear camera setup consists of a 50MP primary sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS), an 8MP ultrawide lens, and a 2MP macro lens. Running on One UI 7, based on Android 15, the A26 guarantees six years of security updates, which is quite rare for a device in this price range. It also comes with Samsung’s AI features like Circle to Search and Object Eraser.
Features and Build
With an IP67 rating, the phone is resistant to dust and water. Additional features include a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, stereo speakers, and NFC for contactless payments. Weighing in at 200 grams and measuring just 7.7mm thick, the phone is relatively slim considering its battery capacity.
Pricing and Availability
The Galaxy A26 5G’s 8GB+128GB model is available for ₹24,999, while the 8GB+256GB variant is priced at ₹27,999. Customers can find it in Awesome Black, Mint, White, and Peach through Flipkart, Samsung’s official website, and various offline stores. Launch promotions include an immediate discount of ₹2,000 for those using HDFC and SBI credit cards.
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