How about a small coin-size lens in the handle maybe about 1cm diameter. It's just personal preference. I am not used to blades having no lens on one side of the handle. A metal logo will work on the side too.
The vega intro is not and will not be like new faster rubbers because it is designed for bwginner and intermediate level players. The Stiga Genesis need proper ball contact due to being a Chinese rubber.
Hi. I would not say Evolution rubbers, Rakza 7 or Xiom Omega V serirs rubbers as old fashioned but the belong to older generation rubbers which until now still are very popular.
I doubt most of the new rubbers will be released by end of the year. Business is bad for most distributors right now and ordering new items seem not a good business move. Still depends on the region or area.