I'd quote what you said Steven, but since I agree with you 100% its kind of pointless.
I do think this will help with MorphOS registrations.
Laptops and now power towers.
I don't know that this will hurt A-eon, as they sell new/powerful equipment.
In fact, if they sold an system similar to the X1000 for MorphOS, I'd still consider spending the extra money.
But, why would you buy an Acube board now?