I think for the first time you have said something that I completely disagree with ...

I don't think it matters if the device is $1. If Nokia intend to compete in a marketplace that includes the iphone, among others, it needs to deal with the persistent complaints and criticisms from reviewers and the vocal owners that are having a hard time.

I think the n800 is superb, but then I have 15 years linux experience, including 5 years owning a Zaurus or two, which suffered the same kind of issues that the n800 does. As a result, I don't experience the same frustrations that others do, and am a bit more accepting of any limitations.

I agree that other, more expensive, devices are also flawed, and it remains to be seen how many problems there are with iphones, but the fact remains that perception is everything. Nokia needs to get its user community behind it.

I think that the lack of communication regarding upcoming features and timelines is probably the core issue they need to address ...