Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy A18 4G, according to GSMArena.com. The budget handset arrives with a new chipset, an IP64 rating and a notch-style display, GSMArena.com reports.
Android Authority reports that the phone ships with One UI 9 out of the box. Samsung's official confirmation follows a run of leaks about the device. Gadgets 360 had published leaked price and specification details before the launch, and tech-ish.com reported that the Galaxy A18 LTE would carry the same hardware as the earlier Galaxy A17 while costing roughly €100 more.
Coverage of the phone has been steady in the weeks leading up to its announcement, with outlets tracking its design and software ahead of the official reveal. The IP64 rating indicates the phone is protected against dust and splashing water, while the notch houses the front-facing camera.
The launch positions the Galaxy A18 4G as Samsung's latest entry in its affordable A-series lineup, a segment where the company faces competition from rival Android makers. GSMArena.com, Android Authority, Gadgets 360, tech-ish.com and Nokiamob all carried reports on the device.
What to watch next: official regional pricing and availability, which Samsung has not yet detailed in the coverage reviewed here.