I think you missed what he was saying, be patient.
Nokia will release an official statement once the device is shipping.

Not that this isn't very frustrating, clearly the device is not ready yet.
Once the firmware reaches "1.0 PR" it is it will be released, not before.
So looks like they are not going to release until they are happy enough with the firmware.

I would be quite happy with pre-release firmware, but I am used to this kind of release - I bet there are a lot of people out there who would scream loudly if the firmware isn't up to scratch, esp. given the reviews from Eldar etc.

I hope I can have a peak at it at the London Nokia shop