Asymptomatic

I expect that the common consumer dodders along, taking what they're given, and doesn't see many mistakes with the products that they use day-to-day. Some products are pretty easy to get right the first time, since they're simple and elegant. Others, particularly those involving technology, are harder to get right, and usually require some revision to get as good as they could be.

My personal gripe with cell phones over the years to make them into the devices they should be is a great example of how technology exists to make a device really good, but for one reason or another, it just never gets there. Another great example is the iPad.

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Skippy posted about how his boss may get his department iPhones, and he wrote about how he thinks he may decline the offer for several good reasons.

I too, am impressed at first glance by the interface of the iPhone, but I think it's like the iPod - Apple's sheen veneer on a device that could stand a touch more practicality.

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