I see. I guess that's how it works with open source programs; once it gets more users, the demographic has a potential to shift and with it their different needs.
I tried to understand why the editor was switched and Googled some interesting reads, for anyone interested:
While its natural to have an application to evolve with its userbase, I wonder where the line lies for maintaining a certain direction. While its too soon to say that changes might alienate some of its frequent users, I'm cautiously hopeful, this change will lead to better development possibilities.