The iMessage monopoly is actually a good point.

I switched to a PC for quality/value reasons recently after waiting too long for update to Mac Pro.

Everyday I hate that I don't have iMessage on this machine. And my phone is constantly propped up against my screen so I can stay connected to my text messages.

I had no idea how much this would effect me and if I can find a third party solution that connects me to iMessage I will probably be switching back soon.