I don't think anybody is whining here, these are fair objective observations and, as such, are of value.

Maybe it is possible to adapt to not putting a finger over the light sensor, maybe not.

Every time I pick up my Zaurus C1000 I switch it off! The On/Off button is placed exactly where my thumb goes when I hold it. In two years I have never managed to adapt. All I can think is that designers must hold the devices differently.

Yes, you seem to have been spot on. I read your post at the time. What are the chances of Nokia actually listening to users?