And another thought about pictures:
I agree that they might have good reasons to guard against releasing proprietary information (i.e., if the skin is not completely on and the inside of the strat is still visible, which might necessitate "blurring" of part of the picture). But more importantly, I think they realize that the "first pictures" are going to be historic and siezed upon by the press. Understandably, they probably want to ensure that those first pics are both perfect and well-timed. Why would they want to start the party now, when they are so close to launch, before they have a confirmed launch date? Perhaps if they were interested in insider daytrading, that is exactly what they would do - perhaps even releasing doctored photos. The fact that they are NOT doing so is, IMO, a good sign.
BTW, I acknowledge that at one time they did promise pictures a month before the launch (personally, I don't think they should have set that expectation, but that's water under the bridge). The important thing is that I believe their plan is to release the pictures when it is most appropriate, perhaps to coincide with an important news release. That is exactly what I would do if I were in charge.
(Additional note about whether or not personal cameras would be allowed at the public viewing - that, too, would seem to be a good sign. Perhaps the military interest has something to do with that decision.)
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