If I am wrong I might have some more info on the release date...

Samsung SCH-i760 Specs | Technical Specifications | PDAdb.net

Look at the release date they posted... September 2007

It has said that for months and months...

Also, by the way, did you guys know that the device comes with 2 batteries? A 3.5 hour talk time one and a 5.4 hour talk time one. Want proof? Check this link from Samsung's own website...

http://www.samsung.com/us/system/con...zw_i760_ss.pdf

Check the Technical Specs and Standard Package Contents on the right hand side of page 1...