I don't understand why everybody is criticizing about Proteus updates. I use updates for centuries and never had a problem. I tried Audium etc but i like Proteus the most.
I hate when there are numerous and meaningless updates for apps.

Proteus is always my choice and never liked other apps (maybe only for the look).
The only issue was "joining" conversations with multiple persons but I was ok.

I hope these guys continue updating whenever they really have something to offer and not just to "remind" us that they are "alive".