Hey hey. I picked up my 8900 in the first few days it was available here in the UK. About December 16th I think it was. Can't speak for the others I'm afraid.
As far as future releases...it'll most probably be the 'Niagra' 9630 (CDMA) next...but not until later in the year.
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