Windows Phone Thoughts: Dell, HP Not Offering SE Upgrades?

This report is not via an official press release, but it sounds pretty definitive: Chris, from Aximsite and Ipaq HQ, is reporting that both have decided not to offer WM2003SE upgrades for their existing units.

• Aximsite reports: "Dell has looked at the issue closely and they are going to stand by their original announcement where they stated that Windows Mobile 2003 Second Edition will not be offered on models prior to the X30."
  
• Ipaq HQ quotes: "HP is pleased to announce that it will support MS Windows Mobile 2003 SE on new products. After extensive assessments of MS Windows Mobile 2003 SE support on current products, HP has decided not to offer this upgrade on existing product platforms. However, HP will provide users with a more secure experience through the use of WiFi Protected Access Support (WPA) on selected models."

I'll try and see if I can get any more definitive answers, but things aren't looking good. :( The silver lining is that SE is less critical for these devices, as third-party rotation solutions and the like exist. Me, I'm still waiting for WM2003 First Edition for my Samsung i700. :| It's also worth pointing out that only Toshiba ever promised an upgrade, although people still had expectations of getting one and it would have been nice of the OEMs to state their policy immediately upon the release of WM2003SE.