I agree, this is a good thing. The previous restrictions were excessive when they worked and unpredictable when they didn't work. It was buggy and error prone.

I agree, this is a good thing. The previous restrictions were excessive when they worked and unpredictable when they didn't work. It was buggy and error prone. Having a clear advisory from the app when flying in or near a restricted area is sufficient and appropriate. Changing the restriction to a warning will probably reduce the number of newbie pilots wandering into off-limits areas. Previously, a newbie would just assume "It won't let me do anything I shouldn't" but the system was far from perfect. Now, even newbie pilots will know "I need to stay aware of where I'm flying. The system will try to help me but I'm responsible." This is the correct message and encourages the right attitude, likely resulting in an overall safer airspace for everyone. The article complains that change relies on people complying with the law (and common sense) voluntarily as well as deterrence from the risk of being caught by law enforcement and/or having your drone downed electronically. But that's how nearly all laws work in modern democracies. Bad actors could easily circumvent the DJI restrictions anyway - or just fly an easy-to-assemble DIY drone kit with no restrictions or warnings. DJI's restrictions were only ever going to help 'keep honest people honest' (and newbies from making a mistake). The article pretending this is somehow like surrendering to anarchy is just completely mischaracterizing the situation. Due to their flight profiles and design, DJI products are good for newbie Costco buyers. Those same traits tend to make DJI drones a poor fit for anyone who wants to break the rules (and not because of the circumventable "restrictions").