Seems like you are confused. This is a tech site in which we're discussing technology, pros/cons of devices, etc.

Not some religious forum promoting humbleness and gratitude.

Yes, but GP's comparison is moot, IMO: I'm sure the GGP knows that his $179 phone isn't going to blow anyone away in terms of camera potential. It came across as exactly like that typical "my phone is better than your phone" crap, even if it might not have been.

Also, I don't get his point about travel. It's got Quad-band HSDPA... honestly, that covers pretty much anywhere most people travel, or at least anywhere I've ever wanted to go. No-one uses 1700mhz for HSDPA apart from, what, T-Mobile in the US?

*shrugs

And the North American version of the Moto G actually does support '1700mhz' AWS HSPA+ too (so it's 100% T-Mobile USA compatible everywhere they offer HSPA+)

HN saw a problem with snide negativity, and has decided to solve it with mindless optimism and nasty remarks towards anyone who expresses criticism. See the Amazon drone thing.

It's not a good solution.

Unsolicited comments telling people why they are going to hate their new device, particularly when they are side reasons rather than core functionality, isn't healthy criticism. It signals to me that the criticizer is looking for any and all opportunity/excuse to talk down about the device.

it is hardly unsolicited. If you don't want people to reply to your comment why are you posting?

Sorry, I think the term I was looking for was unsolicited criticism, not unsolicited comments.

My parent clearly has an axe to grind, and was not simply dispassionately discussing pros/cons.

I for one appreciate knowing what features suffer at this price point on the device. You could not be more wrong and in my opinion you are stifling discussion.