Yes, i did read all that new info first.
It's pretty cool though. Makes even things like gathering junk even more intense.
Also like the idea of tent maps so swapping items between characters is easier. There'd be no point in alternate characters (well, almost no point) if every time you started, you had to take repair or any skills you use for crafting over and over with every character so you can get your things back.
I know you could item swap before with player bases and whatever, but still, when you're a new guy in no faction it's more of a pain in the arse.