Some Micro USB cables are not "as good as" others. I tried to...

Some Micro USB cables are not "as good as" others. I tried to use one of my cheap long extensions and it worked for power but not for comms. Swapped to the supplied cable (better quality I assumed) and had no problem.

The list of "improvements" you have is the App ones - which are cosmetic involving easier to interpret labelling - as a response to consumer feedback.

The firmware updates are different - and include GREATER BATTERY LIFE. Not insignificant wouldnt you say? And although it wasnt stated, it appears the firmware update has improved the Bluetooth connectivity too.

Sometimes we speak before reading or being fully informed.

Because ...
BEFORE u release stuff to the public otherwise you look stupid