Clearly the reviews to date and the images released to date are by reviewers on Nikon's payroll. If they write a crappy review, they don't get their hands on the next camera or new lens first.
That said, I have been using a Nikon D300 since it came out in late 2007. For the last two years I have been waiting for a replacement with only the D700 or D3's available. For the last two years I have also been hearing rumors for the D800, D4, and D400 (not yet announced).
I preordered the D800E the night it came out and can't wait until I have this thing in my hands. I chose it over the D4 because of price and size. I obviously do not know if or what the D400 will have and certainly encourage those Nikon fans not excited with the D4 or D800 to wait.