Perhaps inspired by the recent news that the Nintendo DS would get Opera, Nintendo Gal gave NOA a call to inquire about possible web functionality for the Revolution. Apparently, the answer is affirmative:
I decided to call NOA up and ask about browsing the web with the Revolution as it just seemed a logical step. Sure enough a helpful individual answered back: "Revolution owners will have the option to purchase that functionality."
An interesting answer, to be sure. We'll see what comes of it in the months leading up to Revolution's eventual release this year.