That's fine, and a reason why Android is also popular. If you want Flash there are many options for you. Apple still thinks Flash will hurt the performance of their phone, so they haven't allowed it. I would like Flash on my phone but I have chosen that an iPhone without Flash is better for me than an Android phone with it. Sure its not the popular choice around here but so be it.
Based on what I've read recently it seems Apple has loosened the reigns a bit with 3rd party add-ons, so we'll see. Here's the article I'm talking about
http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/09/a...tions-will-al/