Samsung is preparing to launch a new Galaxy F-series smartphone in India, with a teaser appearing on Flipkart. While the company has not officially confirmed the device’s name, speculation suggests it will be the Galaxy F16. A support page for the handset has also gone live on the Samsung India website, indicating an imminent launch. Additionally, the device has surfaced on various certification and benchmarking websites, further solidifying its expected arrival.
Samsung Galaxy F16 Teased on Flipkart
Flipkart has created a dedicated microsite to tease the upcoming Galaxy F-series device. The teaser highlights the letter F and carries the tagline “Samsung got something fresh on the way”, strongly hinting at the introduction of a new Galaxy F smartphone. Though the exact name has not been confirmed by Samsung, several leaks and listings point toward the Galaxy F16 as the likely contender.
Samsung Galaxy F16 Support Page and Certifications
Samsung’s support page for the Galaxy F16, carrying the model number SM-E166P/DS, is now live on the Samsung India website. The device also recently appeared in the Wi-Fi Alliance database, confirming that it will support dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity.
Expected Specifications of the Galaxy F16
The Samsung Galaxy F16 is rumored to be a rebranded version of the Galaxy A16, which debuted in October last year in India. Here’s what we can expect in terms of specifications:
- Display: 6.7-inch Full-HD+ AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC
- RAM: 8GB
- Storage: Up to 256GB
- Rear Camera: Triple-camera setup with a 50-megapixel primary sensor
- Front Camera: 13-megapixel selfie shooter
- Battery: 5,000mAh battery with 25W fast charging
- Operating System: Android 14 with One UI
Additional Galaxy F-Series Developments
Apart from the Galaxy F16, another unannounced device, the Galaxy F06, was recently spotted on Geekbench. It is expected to feature similar specifications, including the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC, 8GB of RAM, and Android 14.
Pricing and Availability
If the Galaxy F16 indeed follows the pricing strategy of the Galaxy A16, it could launch at an approximate price of Rs. 18,999 in India. Given Samsung’s history with Galaxy F-series smartphones, the device may be available exclusively on Flipkart, in addition to Samsung’s official online store and retail outlets.
