Reminds me of the "Microsoft Tax" when buying a new PC to run Linux.

I agree. New advances don't necessarily mean complexity, just more choices. Sometimes this is a good thing, sometimes it's a bad thing.

Gives a whole new meaning to "crotch burn" doesn't it ;)

So Majel should have put a patent on it huh! :)

Well after developing for both iOS and Android I can honestly say that NEITHER have the development process down pat.

I hated Objective-C when I started but after a while I didn't mind it. Compare that to Java well I guess you're between a rock and a hard place.

No matter what camp you're in, you're never going to please EVERYBODY. Just accept it!

I agree. The idea that your hardware is going to be fantastic even 6-12 months from it's original purchase date is delusional.

I expect that future hardware will perform better and have done so ever since buying my first 486.

I can't imagine why people who buy Apple hardware expect anything different!

Now THAT'S an idea!

TBH I think the OHS people would shit themselves if they ran into tablets connected to long cords for recharging.

I think the better idea is a kiosk which has more functionality, connected to power and is less likely to "walk away"