Found this article, take it for what it is:
"...training notices have been sent out to customer service personnel describing an "iconic device" that will be available for pre-order on November 9, 2010. The device is expected to be in very high demand, and the training goes on to cover how to handle the pre-orders as they come in..."
http://www.tuaw.com/2010/11/03/verizon-iphone-announcement-rumored-to-hit-on-november-9/
"...training notices have been sent out to customer service personnel describing an "iconic device" that will be available for pre-order on November 9, 2010. The device is expected to be in very high demand, and the training goes on to cover how to handle the pre-orders as they come in..."
http://www.tuaw.com/2010/11/03/verizon-iphone-announcement-rumored-to-hit-on-november-9/