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The 6900 series was delayed due to component shortages.So, in order to bring them out its possible that the HD 6950 is actually a locked 6970. And if they go with the redesigning, it would be just a marketing ploy to get earn more, nothing else.
 
It might be harder to unlock it as they will use more "price-effective" components.
As stated at TPU, AMD gambled when trying to make it for the holidays.