MANILA, Philippines?From James Cartmire (jcartmire@yahoo.com)

?Pinoy Idol?s? first elimination round was a big disappointment. There was a lot of dead air and awkwardness. I thought the editing, starting with the top 24 performances, would get better but it just got worse. Too many commercials! And the judges aren?t given enough time to make comments. I?m a Kapuso, but I have to be honest?I think last year?s ?Philippine Idol? was far better produced. I?m disappointed because I know GMA can do better. I hope the show improves soon.