It's a fair point, and actually the protocol is open (AFAIK) and there are alternative apps. But it's an interesting thing to consider IMO - removing features f

It's a fair point, and actually the protocol is open (AFAIK) and there are alternative apps. But it's an interesting thing to consider IMO - removing features from a cheap/free app is one thing, but when users have invested hundreds or thousands in the ecosystem, is taking away functionality a reasonable thing to do?