Wow. I'm somewhat saddened by this thread, since it sounds as if there is a desire to garner support for ignoring a large faction of users. I don't think you fully understand what is being asked for, or the effects it will have on app development. However, it highlights the miscommunication that must have taken place.

I DO NOT support all apps having portriat support, either. I think a developer should decide how best his app should be used. I just think the base UI of the device should feature it. I hope that makes sense. The N97 has ASR, but plenty of apps are fixed to one orientation, including Mobitubia, a Forum Nokia Champion creation. So fixed orientation in certain apps is a good thing. Those that don't like landscape could choose emTube or other apps. And development of the 5th Edition isn't as time consuming UI wise because of multiple orientation support since the developer can still choose.

I believe we can all have a device we want. I only support choice, and your opinion matters too. We'll see what happens. I hope Maemo 6 doesn't lose a user, because Nokia seems intent to include ASR there, but I think you'll be pleased with the implementation.