As I've said, I've downloaded 5 different releases and have yet to find one with the eyecatch. If there is one out there, its not being seeded by the usual sources.
As I said, subject to change because of the writers strike, but they are very reliable. Its also my understanding that Scifi.com gives away ALOT without giving any real details. But what they do say dovetails with the spoilers.
I don't think its anything that rare. The Vajra use its technology.
That would explain the connection between Sheryl at her concert and Alto in his fighter (the earrings), and the stone in the Vajra ship reacting as well.