News bits: Verizon Palm Pre to be a reality and Phoenix makes Windows 7 boot in a flash

Deutsche Bank analysts say that the rumor of Verizon passing on picking up the Palm Pre were preposterous.

“Our checks continue to point to healthy carrier demand for the Pre early in CY10. We believe Palm has placed orders with the supply chain for another version of the Pre with features highly consistent with a Verizon launch.” – Deutsche Bank letter to investors

If a bank is making statements to investors regarding Verizon’s business plans, you can be sure that this is far from water-cooler rumblings. When money is involved, every statement can lead to a lawsuit, so plan on seeing a Palm Pre from Verizon soon.