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http://gizmodo.com/5572546/design-test-note-fragile-beauty http://www.intomobile.com/2010/06/24/apple-iphone-4-issues-a-roundup/ http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/24/apple-responds-over-iphone-4-reception-issues-youre-holding-th/ http://industry.bnet.com/technology/10009133/apple-iphone-4-shows-that-innovation-without-execution-fails/ I am disappointed. As much as I wasn't a fan of Apple's locked down OS, I have always admired their industrial design. Forcing consumers to get a case for their phone is not a solution, in my humble opinion. Devices should be designed to be used without any required after market parts. This is also a reason to avoid getting hardware products that are recently launched, especially when they are revolutionary (i.e. 4G doesn't look anything like the 3GS). I don't understand why people line up for hours just to be the first ones to get their hands on a product. You are usually paying more, and getting a product that may be less than perf...

My parents bought a new car recently (new as in the latest year model from a dealer, not a new "used" car), and as a result I've spent doing the background research. Here are some of what I've learned: Consumers Reports  - Excellent reviews website I use in my research into future purchases that may not have good reviews online. Their car reviews are quite good and more practical minded. A paid subscription required, but I think it's worth the knowledge you gain. Car Buying Tips - Tips on buying a car; everything from the preliminary research to how to negotiate the best deal. It is mostly US focussed but many of the tips apply to Canada as well and their is a Canadian catered page. Car Cost Canada - Buy a report on how much the dealer paid for the car from the manufacturer (dealer invoice price). The dealer then marks it up from there and sells it to the public. This report can provide you with a basis for negotiations. The MSRP (manufacturer's suggested...