After much hype about the Nokia N900, people on maemo.org are speculating that the smartphone will be released at some time during the middle or end of November, even though Nokia USA is saying the end of October. This is highly disappointing because some people pre-ordered the N900 as early as the 29th of August (in some countries). The release date has been pushed around so much that people don't know what to think anymore.

I am someone who was very excited about the device, but the long wait has been quite frustrating and I am beginning to think that the hype about the N900 was completely empty. If you are someone who has pre-ordered the N900 I would suggest that you file a complaint with Nokia because I do not think they get the point (email or call Nokia USA). At least they should be honest and let people know the status of the device. Apple uses the completely opposite marketing tactic because once they announce a product you can buy it almost immediately and all the rumers get put to rest.

I just read an article in the NY Times (here) about how Nokia is trying to regain its market share in the US, but corporate behavior such as with the release of the N900 just make people frustrated and disenchanted with the company.