Even with BD's restrictions, I can still share them with people, and I don't have to rely on someone's remote storage of my content. That being said, you're right that nixing component as a viable output option was just stupid. As for why electronics companies bow to content creators... I imagine it's because the content is why people are buying the electronics in the first place. If they're not on board, good luck getting the devices to sell. Right? Maybe. I'm getting a little tired in the brain.