I never said I thought these release date rumors were false. Just that I think it's irresponsible to post a topic title like this without mentioning that this story actually isn't officially confirmed by Verizon. It makes it LOOK like it was done for hits. There's nothing wrong with the post itself, however, the topic title is definitely "jumping the gun" and should be changed.
Sent using common sense.
I feel you - release dates seem to be speculative most of the time especially if its one of those 'highly anticipated' handsets and will frustrate those wanting to have it and riding on the many dates posted in the forums. Personally, I like all of that stir and commotion on release dates..mostly on where is the intel coming from??
Heck I first came across Samsung Nexus on a price protection list preventing anyone from advertising no less than Big Reds sticker price, that date 11/10/11. It hinted that there is a great chance it will be out to join the holiday line up already loaded with hot 4G LTE devices.
In this case the release date is firm and stamped. December 9th is the date - It may not be officially said by Verizon or posted on their site but the preparation I've been observing at the front end and conversations regarding the Nexus since early am, are indicators that it will be.
Also for certain it won't be the last as the latest 'rumor' date for the Motorola Droid4 are 12/8 and 12/22.
At the end, this years line up of 4G LTE Smartphone has a lot of choices - real good one's.