Official Android 4.2.2 firmware update for Samsung Galaxy S3 is coming soon in 2013 and owners are anxious to get it. However, some users prefer buying Galaxy S4 for its new features and latest technology. Samsung Galaxy S4 and Galaxy S3 are quite similar with each other and there are several reasons why you should think twice before purchasing Galaxy S4.

Samsung Galaxy S4 Exclusive Applications

It is already confirmed that Galaxy S3's Android 4.2.2 upcoming update will include exclusive applications found in Galaxy S4 such as Smart Stay and S Health. The leaked firmware released in May 2013 revealed that Galaxy S4 firmware is compatible to Galaxy S3 when ported. This firmware demonstrated the changes on S3's lock screen, home screen and applications.

Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean Features

Galaxy S3 is 100 per cent eligible for Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean and soon owners will get the latest features such as new lock screen, lock screen widgets and more on their handset. For users who cannot wait for the official update, upgrades are also available through custom ROMs running Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean with freedom from Samsung's stock applications, freeing more internal storage on Galaxy S3.

Cheaper Non-Contract Price

Even though retailers and network carriers are offering Galaxy S4 in low prices through deals, buying a non-contract unit is still expensive. According to Amazon, Galaxy S4 GT-I9500 factory unlocked version is sold at $611 with Black Mist colour while Galaxy S3 GT-I9300 factory unlocked variant is sold at $430 with Pebble Blue exterior. Buyers can save at least $100 by purchasing Galaxy S3 than Galaxy S4.

Eligible for Android 4.3 and Android 5.0 Key Lime Pie

Samsung Galaxy S3 hardware technology could last for 2 or 3 more years which means, it can handle future Android OS versions. Android 4.3 Jelly Bean was seen running Galaxy S4 and it won't be long till Galaxy S3 gets the same OS update by late 2013 or early 2014. SamMobile also revealed that Galaxy S3 is one among qualified Galaxy devices to receive Android 5.0 Key Lime Pie according to a reliable Samsung insider.

Complaints Reported on Galaxy S4

Although there is no such thing as a perfect smartphone, Galaxy S4 has been reported having overheating issues on its display and camera area. According to experts, it is caused by the Exynos octa-core processor which found in the international variant of Galaxy S4. The eight-cores of CPU tend to heat up to quickly even using simply tasks on the handset. No reports of explosion yet but some owners comment on how uncomfortable the S4 ends up at certain times.

Samsung Galaxy S4 is not considered as an innovative smartphone even it is the current flagship and the changes from Galaxy S3 are more into applications rather than full overall reformation unlike with Galaxy S2 to Galaxy S3 transformation.

If you want a powerful and speedy smartphone without bleeding penny out of your wallet, Galaxy S3 offers a decent camera, almost future-proof hardware and intuitive applications for everyday tasks.