I don't actually hate Apple, I do have an old G3 (Wallstreet) Powerbook laptop; but OS9.2.2 was the last update!
As far as the current crop of iToys are concerned, yes, they're pretty but grossly overpriced but my main gripe is Apple lock everything down.
You need an app for your iPhone or iPad, then go to the Apple AppStore and buy it. You want some music to put on your iPhone or iPod, then go to the Apple store and buy it. And then you can only play it using iTunes! And if you're an budding App writer, you have to get your Apps approved by Apple before you can get them published.
At least with an Android based system; I have a Galaxy 10.1 tablet, as a user I have much more control over what I install on it and where I get the download from; Google Play which used to be called the Android Market, Samsung Apps, or wherever. And I can easily transfer files to and from my PC, including music and videos as and when I want.
Brian.
If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is.
Any similarity between prototype and production equipment is purely coincidental.