I can see where he is coming from. Samsung is loosing the battle and could have an injunction soon banning the nexus/prime from even hitting the shelves. Seems like the legal aspect would have more to do with determining a launch date but I am sure there is some sincerity in the announcement of honoring Jobs. I would just bet it's only a portion and not the entire story.
Maybe, but an update to that article has like a Sr. VP of sales at Samsung saying no delays and the phone will be on shelves sooner than we think.