Right, which is why it failed, Google tried to be sneaky, it was inappropriate, and instead of realizing they needed to figure out a way around the issue, they

Right, which is why it failed, Google tried to be sneaky, it was inappropriate, and instead of realizing they needed to figure out a way around the issue, they abandoned it. Another option and even more trustworthy would have been a camera cover that was usable & durable and clearly & visibly expressed the status of the camera.