I think the article is trying too hard to justify Apple-hate to some sort of intellectual reasoning. Really, people are all upset mostly because of the low bar

I think the article is trying too hard to justify Apple-hate to some sort of intellectual reasoning. Really, people are all upset mostly because of the low barrier of entry to have an opinion on the subject. That is just open to any kid over 12. It is just like discussing politic at the pub after the second round: people are angry at Apple like they are angry at Fox News, or the Republican, or whatever - because it is mainstream right now and there are plenty of easy, pre-made one line argument you can parrot. The result is that it is almost impossible to find actual interesting/constructive comment in any discussion related to Apple. disclaimer: YMMV, my fav newsites seems completely devoid of Apple fanboys (i.e. no bashing on Android news, and very little fan comment on Apple news - except in reaction to Apple bashing, generally offtopic anyway so useless)