This isn't an update its a down-grade of functionality Android handsets may stop getting upgrades but no one actively removes features from them

no you dont, I have a htc sensation running happily *without* a google (gmail) account

I always thought the term "retina display" was a bit like "bell-end porn"

but the goal for Zuck was to cash in and get out. Has he done that? If so mission accomplished. we all know its always been about him....

Im a gnome user, but, tried 4.1 and it was the biggest crock. Nothing of interest except useless vista type eye candy. Lots of work required. I know Gnome is not perfect but at least i know how to make it work - its designed that way...