Features REMOVED from updated streaming app

Why the radical changes to the streaming app? I see others have already posted about the missing favorites in the listings. Essentially what presents as a filter is useless for someone wanting to downsize to HD in addition to favorites. Not to mention removing the ability to select date of desired listing. That was an handy way for me to set my DVR recordings. And what was the purpose of removing the handy access to what recordings are scheduled? And apparently playback of recorded programs has been compromised as well. Now I have to use my TV for tasks once easily accomplished on my iPad and phone.