There's really nothing good about the patent system as it exists today. But as long as the system is broken, we may as well get some interesting information when cases go to trial. AppleInsider has a great recap of testimony provided by Scott Forstall in the Apple v. Samsung trial. There's a lot of great backstory provided about the history of iOS, the iPhone and the iPad.

I'm struck by one thing after seeing all the information Apple is bringing to light by engaging in this trial. The always super secret Apple wants so badly to take out Samsung, they're willing to let the public see behind their previously closed doors. The fighting spirit of Steve Jobs is alive and well.