I can copy text in the Notes app and paste into the Google search, so I'm guessing yes, for Maemo-optimized programs at least.

I wear bifocals and am fine with the resolution, although I think the system display is kind of on the dark side so I run it brighter than other phones I've had. Maybe another theme would help there.

I sympathize with needing to get the purchase right. I waffled for months about it but I'm happy I did it. It isn't a fantastic phone physically (like apple or sony might design) but it shouldn't disappoint with functionality.

Terry