N900 was released in November 2009, so it is 4 months "old". There is no better OS and also no better device on market currently. MeeGo devices will not appear until the end of this year. So buying N900 now will leave you with nearly a year of enjoyment and then you can have new device. Waiting for greater new products to come is alway lost battle. There always be something better on horizon. Live now..