even 49.9 percent is "the minority"
Being in "the minority" doesn't mean there aren't a slew of problems with the MBA and that some people get it swapped for a new one multiple times, finally giving up. The over heating problem is a real one, and from just a gander at these forums, you can see it for yourself.
Now, I know you'll be going "But it's only "the complainers" who will post about the issues". But of course it is. And they should. Notice the absence of MBP-owners complaining about heat-issues? On the other hand, there's a whole slew of MBP owners complaining about screen issues.
Even if these people ARE in "the minority", it doesn't mean that the MBA isn't a crap product, regardless if one likes the design or not. The fact of the matter is that, once again, Apple seems to have chosen looks over build quality and function. Call it sloppiness, catering to the fanboys, a "lapse" in QC lasting for years in the entire product line, but you cannot just dismiss these things with "it doesn't matter, as you're in the minority".
Oh, and even if you deny it, you certainly are an apologist.
No, I'm not an apologist, I'm a realist. I never said all of Apple products are 100% perfect. That means unlike most of people complaining I get the problem resolved. If it has a problem I bring it back to Apple. No product is perfect. Look at the new car industry, no matter how much you spend there are still problems. Look at the stock market, blue chip stocks go down. And when you move out of your parents house you will pay rent and have to buy your own groceries. Deal with it - buy from a store with a 30 day return policy and if not happy return within 30 days.