Who needs an update?

One thing that frustrates me is when things that work just fine are suddenly changed. I find that many changes are not what was wanted or needed. This happens with many many things.

I will admit that sometimes I get used to the changes and like them. Sometimes. Most of the time, I don't. Maybe I'm just set in my ways. Or maybe someone is making changes to justify their job.

What I really think, though, is that sometimes the changes are needed because some people need the changes. They aren't able to deal with things as they are. Some people have trouble working the ins and outs of streaming.

So maybe the changes are good? Maybe. But maybe the lowest common denominator isn't the only audience. Maybe if something works well, it should simply be allowed to work.

Sure, I get it. If a change brings new customers and doesn't drive away old customers, then a company will make a change. But why not have two interfaces? They do for kids, right? Doesn't Netflix have a kids interface? Don't many services and devices have kids intefaces? Why not have a "simple" and an "advanced" interface for adults? I mean, what's the difference? Why not cater to three audiences instead of just two? Roll out the simplified interface. It could even be the kids interface, but with a "grown up" look instead of a "kiddie" look.

My Streaming Life has changed over the years. Sometimes, it got better. Many times, though, it got dumbed down. Leave the things that work available to use that can work them, and roll out the simple interface for those new to streaming.