Samsung’s new Galaxy A36 5G combines cutting-edge AI software with a sleek design and powerful camera setup—all for just $529.99.
Expanding the Galaxy A Series lineup, Samsung has launched the Galaxy A36 5G, the first Samsung phone powered by the new AI model, Awesome Intelligence. As a budget-friendly smartphone for students and professionals, the Galaxy A36 5G features Galaxy AI tools to enhance users’ productivity, a 50MP triple-camera system with 10-bit HDR, and more.
The Galaxy A36 5G features a slimmer design from the previous generation and is built to withstand, thanks to the Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. For those interested in the specification, the phone is powered by an Octa-core processor, supports up to 120Hz, 6.7” FHD+ Super AMOLED display, 8GB of RAM, and a 5,000mAh battery. Shifting to the camera system, the Galaxy A36 5G features 50MP wide-angle lenses, 8MP ultra wide-angle lenses, a 5MP macro camera, and 12MP selfie lenses.
Equipped with Awesome Intelligence, the AI software aims to make Google search easier and photos more unique. Only available on the Galaxy A36 5G as of now, the software features:
- Google enhanced Circle to Search – From long-pressing the home button, users can circle an object on their screen for an instant result.
- New Song Search – Identify a song when it’s either playing around you or you are humming or singing.
- Advanced Object Eraser – Erase distracting objects from your photos with a tap.
- Filters Feature – Users can create a unique filter based on the filter analyzing your photos.
For those looking to upgrade from their Galaxy A35 5G, the Galaxy A36 5G offers some improvements that could be beneficial. Alongside the Awesome Intelligence, the 12MP selfie camera offers Super HDR to make the colour burst and a 6.7” display boating 1,200 nits brightness compared to the previous generation, offering a 6.6” display with 1,000 nits brightness. Interestingly, the Galaxy A36 5G is equipped with the same 5,000mAh battery but could last up to 29 hours on video playback time and supports 45W Super Fast Charge, lasting three more hours and supporting 15 more watts of Super-Fast charging compared to the previous version.
The Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 128GB version is available for $529.99 on the Samsung website and selected retailers. The colours featured are Awesome Lavender, Awesome Lime, Awesome White, and Awesome Black.
