The associated setting has also disappeared, leaving just the option to enable one-click messaging, which is just a quick way to make a private message with that person using the usual sharebox tool. Of course, the Hangouts button remains by default, which will most likely end up being the only quick-access button on profile sooner rather than later. Recently, Google removed both the email and message button on hovercards, again leaving only Hangouts.
As you can see, the "Allow people to send you an email from your profile" option is gone |
I personally find this a step in the right direction, I always did think that having 3 ways to message someone is a bit silly, and confusing for the end user who just wants to send a message, not wanting to worry about which method.
I'm happy, but what do you think of this move? Let me know in the comments!