BlackBerry Storm Release on Verizon, Possibly Delayed

I’m reading news around the web stating that the Storm release on Verizon is to be delayed until mid-November.  The reports are saying that the Storm is just going into Verizon’s “Technical Acceptance” phase, which generally takes about 4 weeks to complete, barring the unforeseen boogers in the product.  If true, that puts us out to November 12′ish before I can get my order into Verizon.  That’s 1-2 weeks later than I’m expecting.

If the recent BlackBerry Bold news is any sign of bad things to come (i.e. unprecedented browser issues, sales halts in Europe due to defects, and AT&T continually delaying the release), then this could be bad.  Especially for me, who is still holing on to the old Palm Treo 650 right now and really looking forward to resting it in piece(s).

If I hear more about the delay, I will update.

HUGE battery for Treo 650 only @ MyTreo.net

Maybe this battery is located elsewhere, but I have only seen it at MyTreo.net. I just got it today, and am so happy so far.

Seidio 3200 mAh Extended Battery for Treo 650 – (Silver / Cingular, Unlocked, Verizon)

This New Extended Battery provides approximately 77% longer talk and standby time.

Buy Now: $53.95 (Retail Price: $59.95)

Product Description
Need more power from your battery? This BRAND NEW 3200mAH Extended Battery for your Treo 650 provides enough power to please any power-hungry Treo-talker!

This Extended Battery provides approximately 77% more power than the battery that initially ships with the Treo (1800mAH) and 33.3% more power than our popular 2400mAh Extended Battery. More so, our 3200mAh provides 10.7 hours in talk-time and 533 hours in standby-time!!

While we have packed a lot of power into one battery, this product only extends your Treo by 3mm! Plus, this battery is compatible with our popular Spring Clip Holster!

For those on the go without access to an external charging alternative, this is the answer. This battery will keep your Treo going throughout the day, even with very heavy phone and data usage.

With the purchase of this battery, you will receive a battery door to fit your new battery which also includes the Reset Hole. Please be aware that due the extra thickness, some cases and cradles will not function properly anymore
Notes

* this battery/battery cover is only for the Treo Silver device used on the Cingular, unlocked and Verizon devices
* Cingular Users: Be aware that our silver color is actually darker than Cingular’s
* with the extra added thickness, current Cases, Holsters and cradles might not fit anymore properly.