Most design in tech hardware prioritizes functionality over look. Just because some colors pop doesn't mean the opposite. The simpler explanation is just that

Most design in tech hardware prioritizes functionality over look. Just because some colors pop doesn't mean the opposite. The simpler explanation is just that we aren't very good (as an industry) at hardware design look or functionality design right now. We need to get better at both. But making an all-gray phone with no stylistic touches isn't going to re-prioritize functionality, promise you that. Different problem entirely.