Samsung Confirms Launch Date for Galaxy M56 5G

Samsung has officially confirmed the launch of the Galaxy M56 5G in India. The upcoming mid-range smartphone will be unveiled on April 17 at 12 PM IST, as announced through Samsung’s social media handles. The phone will be available for purchase via Amazon India, where a dedicated microsite is already live, hinting at the phone’s key specifications and design.

Slimmer Design with Premium Build

One of the standout features of the Samsung Galaxy M56 5G is its remarkably slim profile. At just 7.2mm thick, it is about 30% slimmer than its predecessor, the Galaxy M55 5G, which had a thickness of 7.8mm. Despite the sleeker build, the phone retains the same weight of 180 grams.

Samsung has also enhanced the phone’s durability with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+, offering fall protection of up to 2 meters and improved scratch resistance—four times better than previous glass standards.

Pricing Expectations

While the official price is yet to be disclosed, promotional material suggests that the Galaxy M56 5G will be priced between ₹20,000 and ₹30,000. For comparison, the Galaxy M55 5G was launched at ₹26,999 for the 8GB + 128GB variant, ₹29,999 for 8GB + 256GB, and ₹32,999 for the 12GB + 256GB variant. Similar pricing can be expected for the M56 based on the positioning and upgrades.

Display Upgrades with Vision Booster

The Galaxy M56 5G will sport a Super AMOLED+ display enhanced with Vision Booster technology, which improves brightness and color accuracy. Samsung claims the bezels are 36% slimmer, and the screen is 33% brighter than that of the Galaxy M55. This improvement ensures better viewing in direct sunlight and an immersive content experience.

New Rear Camera Layout

Aesthetically, Samsung has introduced a redesigned camera module. Unlike the M55’s triple circular camera cut-outs, the Galaxy M56 5G features a raised vertical pill-shaped island housing the main and ultra-wide lenses. A smaller circular cut-out below contains the macro lens, offering a cleaner, more modern look.

Camera Capabilities

The rear camera setup consists of:

• 50MP main sensor with OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)

• 8MP ultra-wide lens

• 2MP macro sensor

The device is optimized for night photography, while the 12MP front camera supports HDR for better selfies. Samsung is also adding AI-powered tools like an Object Eraser and Image Clipper to enhance user creativity and photo editing capabilities.

Performance and Software

Under the hood, the Galaxy M56 5G is expected to be powered by the Exynos 1480 chipset, as per a recent Geekbench listing under model number SM-M566B. It will come with 8GB of RAM and boot Android 15 with Samsung’s latest One UI skin, delivering a smooth and responsive experience out of the box.

Final Thoughts

The Galaxy M56 5G seems set to bring meaningful upgrades over its predecessor, including a slimmer form factor, brighter AMOLED display, improved durability, and advanced camera features. With its expected pricing in the competitive mid-range segment, Samsung is aiming to strengthen its position in the 5G smartphone market.