anyone who didnt see this coming is loco.
First of all, in the 16GB model they use two 8GB flashes. And i am pretty sure with the 32gb, they use two 16GB. so we knew it wasnt far off. yes, if they had a stand alone 32gb card in it, we wouldnt be seeing the 32gb for a while, but since they use two 16gb, its ok, cause they dont have to jack up to price to $999.
second of all, apple release little updates to the current ipods every 4-6 months. they did it with the regular ipods. and the touches been out about 5 months. so it makes sense.
So heres what i think will happen. they will drop the 8gb model, and have only two models...the 16gb and 32gb. they will be 299/399 respectfully. This will happen probably by end of spring. And at the tail end of the summer, maybe August or so, they will release the 2G Ipod touch.