The video above shows a quick comparison for all the copy/paste users out there. As is apparent Android is a pure copy of Apple, in terms of the method. Windows Phone 7 is similar yet different, especially the way text is selected. Symbian on the other hand is more apt for a physical keyboard, which is something that really needs updating.
In light of all the new Symbian devices launched, the Nokia E6, Nokia X7 this is disappointing. This in addition to the other limitations outlined by MobilesGuruji illustrate and emphasize that the move to Windows Phone was made simply because updating Symbian would cost too much time, effort and money. Had QT been ready earlier the market today would be very different.
The Nokia Ecosystem 