I guess the gamble that the App Store spoiled us all in to abandoning our trials in favor of blind purchases is a bad one. In my mind, this app wants to replace Adium in my life, and while I'd like to let it try, I am also hesitant to throw $10 at a "maybe". If it were open to a trial, sure thing.
The psychology of HN's shared response is probably worthy of a blog post.
The psychology of HN's shared response is probably worthy of a blog post.