WebOS didn't fail due to its web roots; it failed due to lackluster hardware, being late to market, and an untimely power shift at HP. Users not caring about th

WebOS didn't fail due to its web roots; it failed due to lackluster hardware, being late to market, and an untimely power shift at HP. Users not caring about the underlying technology cuts both ways; with better marketing and a couple more years of iteration, it could have become a real contender.