I know it is important, that and exterior looks of the hardware.
Still, I do not have UI issues and the polish is fine on Linux, was explaining how to get there.
Problem is people expect a 300$ Linux laptop to work like a mac usually... when you would need a similar priced dell xps or lenovo carbon x1 plus manufacturer to support Linux, like dell developer edition.
I agree. There are several distros (especially something like Elementary OS) that are pretty darn easy to pick up as a Windows user. I set up my very non-technical grandma up with Elementary OS and she loved it.
I don't think the obstacles to adoption are based on the merits of Linux (or lack thereof). The obstacles are institutional. Businesses don't want to adopt Linux because that's a risk, and most people know Windows/Microsoft Office. Average people don't want to take a risk (installing Linux/buying a Linux box) with a device that is a decent-sized investment for most people.
Still, I do not have UI issues and the polish is fine on Linux, was explaining how to get there.
Problem is people expect a 300$ Linux laptop to work like a mac usually... when you would need a similar priced dell xps or lenovo carbon x1 plus manufacturer to support Linux, like dell developer edition.