You should really try to see the issue from the point of view of someone who simply doesn't want to be locked into Apple's walled garden, or who doesn't like th

You should really try to see the issue from the point of view of someone who simply doesn't want to be locked into Apple's walled garden, or who doesn't like the way Apple does things. When I can get the same hardware without any software restrictions - Apple products seem overpriced to me. But again, that's because my valuation is completely subjective. You obviously see some value in Apple's offerings. This is not some left over thought from the PC era, so please - give that a rest. It's about wanting some modicum of control where Apple offers none.