Samsung is gearing up for the release of the Galaxy S4 Mini this Friday, according to new rumours.

IBTimes AU reported earlier that Samsung is delaying the release of the miniature version of the latest Galaxy S4. The rumoured release date is supposed to be around June coinciding with the release of iPhone 6 and iPhone 5S.

Previous report stated that Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini will be launched this week. Samsung-centric website SamMobile published a report that consumers will see a Galaxy S4 Mini by the end of the week.

Senior Vice President at Samsung Electronics Lee Keon Hyok somehow confirmed the rumour last week. He talked to BusinessWeek and said that, "the Galaxy S 4 doesn't come out until late April. It's fast, has a big, bright screen, and will probably be another huge hit for Samsung, as will the S4 mini that will go on sale soon after".

Earlier leaks claimed that the device would be launching in multiple versions with a 4.3in display and up to quad-core processor depending on model: a dual-SIM version, which will likely not launch in the UK, would feature a dual-core processor, while a single-sim version supporting either 3G HSPA+ or 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) connectivity would include a quad-core chip. All versions, however, would include the same 4.3in Super AMOLED qHD display with a pixel density of 256 pixels per inch (PPI).

While Samsung is disclosing its plans to launch a Galaxy S4 Mini, SamMobile claims to have word that it will be announcing the device later this week - with a view to releasing the device towards the end of May or the start of June. According to the site's anonymous source, the handset will be available in two colours at launch: Black Mist and White Frost.