Man... that's horrible about the V1... RDs are like candy to trash...
I have messed with both and love both... (My review at the top of the V1 thread)
However, I think you have a crazy obsession for arrows!
I have heard an internal rumor of 7-12 months... Who knows the true validity- I have already had to tell people to believe what they want to believe.

So at this point do the same!
I love the V1 and the 9500ix... Both are roughly within 5-10 seconds from each other.
Good Luck! I personally, if you like the V1 from previous ownership and know of all of the notifications then buy another now and faithfully/hopefully upgrade by the end of the year or early 09.
Thanks!