I Think the N9 is being "sold through" ; that is not replaced when stock is sold. I Think that's fine; as those interested in PURCHASING have done do - those still on contact may not have been quite so fortunate, though they still have had ample opportunity to purchase.

My wife CAN use my N9 without frustration, whereas this was impossible with my N900 : compared to Lumia 710 / 800 which she used yesterday with no problem.

& then said "I'm getting one of these, it's easier to use than your phone & I like the back, home & browser buttons". Then she said "and it's got a proper button for the camera".

Perhaps Meego isn't ready & WP is the way forward FOR THE MASS MARKET. Not us, we're here on an OS specific forum.