Han Solo spin-off film set for 2018

I think we've all heard this might happen. Here's some more news about a Han Solo spin-off film and who might portray a youthfull space pirate. The article I've posted said it will be released in 2018...excuse me for ranting here,but you'de think with all the film making technology and staffs of writers some of these studios have they could move the release date up a year or two ;)

Here's a link to the article: Han Solo spin-off film,2018