Well, James Taylor called me back today and I asked him a few more questions about the changes...up front I will say that I think some changes are good and some are bad....I still like ANACS the best.
I didn't get to ask all the questions that I had marked down...I could tell that he was tired--I say a trip to FL for a show would wear anyone out.
The new Holder is the same size as NGC's ICG's and PCGS's...but not as thick...

(good and bad)
Coins with Problems will NOT be put in a new holder--(I don't think that was good....that will mess up many new collectors.)
He says he thinks the 100 Point grading system would have been the best....but now that its been 70 for so long he doesn't see it happening for a long time.
As for the fee...they will be making it so it's cheaper the more you send in but only at times...that will be more of a special offer.
The reason for the hike in fee is because of insurance---
MIDAS--you will like this....
He said that about computer grading...it might happen down the road....but not for sometime as the cost and effectiveness of the program.
They are working on getting a new grader to take the place of the one that left----I wonder who they will get???
All in all--talking to Mr Taylor is easy and nice---he is helpful and friendly.
Speedy