I strongly disagree. Why wouldn't we want to continue making progress on the web? Where would we be today if cavemen decided spears are good enough so let's just stop there.
I think the web should continue innovating and that trying to compete with native apps is a worthy goal.
The web is the most compatible and universal format. There is a lot of benefit to having a universal development platform. With Node.js the web has been brought server-side as well. There is a huge convenience factor to being able to use 1 platform for browser, server, and mobile.
I don't like being locked into a vendor or being uncertain if this platform will be around 5-10 years later. Having the web around as an app platform creates certainty that encourages commitment from companies.
I think the web should continue innovating and that trying to compete with native apps is a worthy goal.
The web is the most compatible and universal format. There is a lot of benefit to having a universal development platform. With Node.js the web has been brought server-side as well. There is a huge convenience factor to being able to use 1 platform for browser, server, and mobile.
I don't like being locked into a vendor or being uncertain if this platform will be around 5-10 years later. Having the web around as an app platform creates certainty that encourages commitment from companies.