I'm not going to say that the antenna on the side is the best thing since sliced bread but, I don't mind it so much. The fact that the EX-10 has a much wider base than my old EX-5 UR makes it nicer to set down. I also invested in a lanyard so I don't have to put it down when I'm doing simple tasks like putting my body on or whatnot. I like the fact that the 2.4Ghz module is just that, a module. This will allow for upgrading down the road.