Other companies are using the new Core i CPU's right now, can't see any reason why apple won't have a silent update for the 15"&17" in the next month or so.
So Yes🙂
What are "new" iX CPUs? 133MHz CPU bump is negligible. We don't want an update now as it means that the Sandy Bridge update will be pushed further away.
I think there will be an update soon. There have been a lot of promotions running for 13" macbook pros for $999 as if they're trying to move old inventory. Also it makes no sense to leave the core2duo in the 13" while upgrading the 15" and 17" to i5/i7.
I would guess the new round will be out soon (by December), and include i3/i5 and dedicated video option for 13" mbps.
At least that's what I'm holding out for.