1. you can switch between apps and close them with gestures. That's been available for several versions now. It's just that's a stupid idea so nobody does it.

1. you can switch between apps and close them with gestures. That's been available for several versions now. It's just that's a stupid idea so nobody does it. 2. I use "contacts" all the time. 3. So what if other phones had flat design? now Apple has it. It's not a mark against Apple if they fail to make you orgasm with delight with every feature they add. Sometimes it's good enough if the phone just works without having to monkey with customisation options for days.