I think my problem with the show is that it felt like a slide back to the original issues folks had with the new series. It was too Abrams. By that, I mean it felt too much like an action film.
And damnit, they MENTIONED Jett Reno, but they didn't HAVE Jett Reno. This is something that needs to be addressed immediately.
edit: started a new thread as I took to heart the complaints that the Star Trek thread on new shows was getting cumbersome.