Except you didn't read the article so you don't know that it is specifically related to web application development and not "things that are just personal prefe

Except you didn't read the article so you don't know that it is specifically related to web application development and not "things that are just personal preference." The article makes a list of web features that Apple has dropped from the iPhone or from Safari or has neglected to implement continuously over time, and provides real enthusiasm to developers.