
Samsung Galaxy F36 to launch in India on July 19: Here's what the smartphone may offer
Galaxy F-series
smartphone in India. The company has confirmed that it will launch the Galaxy F36 smartphone in the country on July 19. Samsung has also revealed that the upcoming Galaxy F36 smartphone will feature a blend of premium design and will be prided below Rs 20,000.
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Samsung Galaxy F26: Confirmed specifications
The Galaxy F36 5G will feature a vegan leather finish, a slim 7.7mm profile, and come in three bold colour options. Targeted at younger consumers, the phone boasts a 50MP triple rear camera with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and Samsung's signature Nightography technology for enhanced low-light photography.
Key highlights include:
* AI-powered photo and video editing tools, such as Object Eraser and Edit Suggestions
* Segment-leading mobile AI innovations for productivity and personalization
* Advanced camera setup with ultra-wide and macro lenses
* Premium design with flat side rails and a textured rear panel
Samsung Galaxy F36
: Likely specifications
As per multiple online leaks, the Samsung Galaxy F36 is said to run Android 15 operating system topped with company's own layer of OneUI.
The smartphone is said to feature a 6.7-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate.
Samsung Galaxy F26 is tipped to be powered by Exynos chipset and house 6GB of RAM.

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