You're going to have a fun time with this phone. I have the Verizon version of the Hero and I love it. The Hero is expected to get the newest Android OS (2.1) in April. Enjoy!
Yeah, that was one reason I held off. I never could find out if the Hero was getting Android 2.1. Everything I have seen has said April is the date, although a couple of weeks ago it was late March. I hope it doesn't get delayed again. So far, I'm enjoying it.