New leaks suggest that Samsung is preparing to launch its budget-friendly successor, the Galaxy A18, following the recent release of the Galaxy A17 in Kenya.

• The Galaxy A18, identified by model number SM-A185F/DS, has appeared in global telecommunication databases and on Samsung's firmware update servers.
• Samsung engineers are reportedly actively developing and refining the phone's software, with firmware builds indicating development in June 2026.
• The Galaxy A18 is expected to launch with the latest One UI 9.0 based on Android 17 and likely feature a 5,000mAh battery, a high-refresh-rate display, and a multi-camera setup, with an anticipated launch in late August or early September 2026.