[nmz787]

As to your last comment, JCVI already did that, synthesis is lacking for speed and cost as compared to sequencing today.

[frisco]

Meh, it's more than just synthesis. Synthesis costs are falling faster than Moores law, too; but you don't get things like epigenetic modifications or packing for free, and that tech basically doesn't exist yet.

[unimpressive]

Emphasis on "were all" as in, you and me personally.

EDIT: (Disclosure: I know very little about this subject and wish to know more.)