I don't think developers care about that issue.
Per the lead developer:
"If you have a better suggestion for fixing the problem of new users wasting lots of time gathering tiny drips and drabs of bitcoins, and then getting upset when they can't spend them (because it costs more in fees that they are worth), I'm open to suggestions."
https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=191425.msg1985498#ms...