The new X&Y anime is a huge improvement and an even bigger addiction. This is because of the POWER OF SCIENCE. No seriously, since the series just started there's a lot of suspense about and the plotlines still have a chance to be diverse. All my expectations have risen and I feel that the new characters and Ash show better personalities and Ash might be showing signs of character development. Just a might. Anyhow, I feel it's also a more equal approach to all sides this time, they seem to be stressing on all points equally, so the viewer gets more to think and perceive. Like for example, the battle with Bunnelby and Pikachu was an equalizer until Team Rocket stepped in, this made the viewer decide who was stronger.
Overall it's a good new thing, I liked all the aspects now that improvement is imminent.