The issue seems to be with the NFC radio/antenna. Though no specifics about the delay have been confirmed, it seems that the increased size and thickness of the NFC antenna is the culprit.
Motorola/VZW had initially listed the phone as being ready for launch on/about Oct 18th. Though this date is still listed in their system for launch on the 18th, I think we'd be a little ahead of ourselves to assume that Verizon will have these beasts ready for large scale deployment by that date with an issue of this magnitude.Of course, we’ll keep you all posted as this situation develops with new dates and info.
So, as a consumer with buying power, what are your thoughts? Would you rather them take the extra few days or weeks and get it 100% right? Have you been saving your upgrade for this phone? If it’s delayed will you spend your money on a different phone or wait it out? Let us know!
Source(s):
Verizon employee