You are absolutely correct, however, my location makes cell phones a hit and miss affair. I sometimes don't get texts until the next day, and constantly miss calls, because the coverage is so poor, so I haven't even used eSteem.
I have the slider now, so it's moot for me personally, however, the issue still affects ~98% of accounts, so it remains of vital import for all of us, as it dramatically affects retention of new accounts. The dearth of votes available to them is so discouraging I am amazed anyone persists after more than a day or so, after the initial orgy of greetings from their introductory posts.
This is sure true. I think some illustrations would help people envision how it works also. All the various influences on rewards really should be better, and authoritatively, explained, and not only for new users. I am sure that I yet misunderstand, or incompletely comprehend, such intricacies.
Great idea, too!