@RolePlayGame

One can always follow the herd, or one can try something different.

Android is nice, safe and comfortable. There's a good choice of well-polished apps and you'll never feel alone. I'm sure that as an OS it has it's own frustrations and limitations - just like iOS or Maemo

N900 (Maemo5) is more challenging but is still very rewarding if the owner is prepared to get in there and install some (largely unfinished) extras. Asking for help can be daunting and the device really demands the knowledge to re-flash on occasions.

The analogy is the all-in package holiday vs. booking your own flights and staying with the natives. Both offer enjoyment, but one represents comfort and security, the other adventure and risk.

I suppose it all comes down to the type of person you are...