The grand Galaxy S 4 launch doesn't necessarily mark retirement for its predecessor, the Galaxy S III. A new purple-colored variant is en route US markets through Sprint. @evleaks caught the first press-shots of the purple-clad 4.8-incher, which should reach US consumers by mid-April.

The purple color option adds another feather to the handset's cap, which includes black, white, blue, red, brown, and gray.