well here it goes...first impressions. I have been using this device since last night and i think i have a good idea of the phone. Just for reference I am coming from the G1 so i will probably compare it to that a couple of times. HARDWARE: First off the deice is beautiful. I have spent a lot of time just looking at the device. Buttons are solid and have good travel. The keyboard took awhile to get used to but after you use it foir awhile it is very comfortable.(I have big hamds for reference) The slider mechanism is solid and snaps into place. I like how there is no spring mechanism because those wear out. The camera slider slides smoothly and does not touch or rub on the lens or on anything else. SIZE. Again remember i have big hands so it could vary. The device is a perfect size for me. It fits well in my hand. Also it has some heft to it and i like that. Makes you feel like you are holding a 600 dollar device. I think it fits better in my pocket than my G1. I like bigger devices soo, but i know bulky. Sidekick lx 2009 ks bulky and this is no whernear tha size. SCREEN: Im coming from a capacitive so here it is. The screen is far superior to any resistive screens I have ever used. It only needs slight pressure for it to respond. I have no complaints with the screen and that was my main worry. I have fallen in love with the stylus. Oh man, i havent mentioned how stunning it iswhen it is on. Videos have great color and dark blacks. The size of the screen is perfect, not too big, not too small. SOFTWARE First off it is very polished OS. After about an hour I got a hang of the menus. After i got familiar with it, i loved it. I was a big Android fan and I have completly forgot about it. Settings are easy to access and are finger friendly. Broswer is amazing. Sometimes it takes a little long to load but when it does it looks just like it does on a desktop. MULTITASKING is the maun reason why i spent so much money on this device and it has not dissapointed. One thing I really miss is portrate mode. But, the positives outweigh the negatives in software. SPEED Its Fast, Talladega Fast. Lol on a serious note it is a huge jump in performance from my G1.UI is snappy and responsive. Man im getting tired.... over all i am very pleased with the device and I cant wait for future updates.