I'm only a couple of hours into this, but so far WM6.1 Manila 2D is IT !
For me, this is what 6.5 should have been - I keep instant calendar entry and the start drop-down menu while adding all the Manila adds with full access via the D-pad and complete 1 hand usage - WELL DONE !
I'll put it to the test over the next couple days and report back but so far - no issues.
THANKYOU !!!