Well I got the first HD sold at my local BB. No there was no balloon drop or banner or streamers.

My wife and I both had razor phones. So needless to say these our a first internet capable phones. While I got the HD she wanted a keyboard so she went with the pre.
So far I am impressed. Great camera with alot of cool functions, and a takes great video also. The flash is super bright. I did not get the HDMI cable as I am not sure if I am keeping the phone, I really want the Hero but thought I would play with this til the 11th.
So far no issues, connected to WIFI super easy, texting is fine. I am having some issues with hitting other letters than I want and also with sliding across the screen finger movements. I am betting its my not use to a touchscreen phone, but will wait til see if I get better or it is the phone.
Really the only issue I am having is accessing my personal email account. I have comcast as an internet provider so I have a comcast email address. I cannot figure out how to connect the two so I can access my email. If anyone can help with that it would be greatly appreciated.
If anyone has any questions I will try to answer to the best of my knowledge.