Do some people actually prefer glossy to matte? I find the use of glossy screens on notebooks bewildering. What's the benefit of having lots of distracting reflections on your screen?
Ah, looks like you're mostly right. They don't do that anymore, but when I bought my MBP in early 2012, I did have the option. I'll correct the article, thanks.
Hrm. I thought they dropped the option in mid-2011.
Maybe they just did an excellent job of convincing him that he had a choice, and funnelling him to the only option available.