flap face, the vulnerability is the contact point on the flap face and the main unit. over time the area will oxidise and thus the contact will deteoriate. common problems will be the flap's display wont show up, cannot control the volume, etc.

motorized face - more moving parts but prevents dust from entering the disc slot. cons: usually non detachable.

its basically the choice of users in the end.

btw jimmylim85: feel free to attend a mini ICE TT this Tuesday (20/2/07) @ coffee shop opposite TESCO in Ipoh Garden East, 2PM onwards.