Apparently, they have started roll out of the new interface in New Jersey for testing purposes with roll out to everyone else by mid year.
http:/newsfeed.verizon.com/detail?source=&mid=VER2007010753931&mime=JPG
http:/newsfeed.verizon.com/detail?source=&mid=VER2007010753895&mime=JPG
http:/newsfeed.verizon.com/detail?source=&mid=VER2007010753967&mime=JPG
that is correct!!! : )
the code for the new ipg has been completed
there is an expected release for it sometime during the year
now word as to exactly when that is coming
i'll try to get more screenshoots for you if time allows