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by andrewmcwatters 2690 days ago
So it's totally okay when we block advertisers but when developers are the ones under scrutiny, suddenly the user-centric argument is out the window.

I think this is a great idea. It puts pressure on developers and makes experiences better for users. The average American Internet speed is sub-100 Mbps, but average LTE speeds are closer to 12 Mbps, with websites opting usually to use responsive layouts over separate mobile sites. This means you're downloading the full resources of a desktop site, and the mobile device is adjusting to media queries.

5 MB / 12 Mbps is over 3 seconds. That's bullshit. Put pressure on developers, make a better web.