All in due time. The whole portal is very functional for it's initial design. Future versions will bring more website integration. It is still by far in my opinion the best out there and the most flexible. The admin is 2nd to none as everyone is pointing out, Custom Islands, both admin and user portal control , post islands, Shoutbox (This feature just gets hammered all day and night long on my site.. it's a hit feature).. There is lots to be had. I have been a ubb customer since 1998 back when they were perl boards.
With version 7 and the latest technology refresh that took place with AJAX and other programming methods, they are leading edge by design. I have purchased other products in the past too but they are shelfware now. You're right, all others I have seen as well do look Boxy, squared off and plain by design. There is no turning back here. I am hooked... Totally worth the investment. I have renewed my user license every year since my initial purchase.
