At the least they have the nodes you can use to get datacron materials. As ridiculous as datacrons are, at the least there's an option we can use to get materials AND complete achievements for each sector. Granted, in a couple cases they can be overwhelming.
As far as the 40 battles feats, there's still some wiggle room so if you can complete a few others you don't have to do both of those. There are extra banners over the 630 you need for the max crate. It can be tough, but they really are pushing resistance and unlocking GL Rey with the Ben Solo character.
I'd be fine if they reduced the conquest rewards and took more of that overprepared stuff off and the mirror damage rubbish. (If MY galactic republic characters had the same mirror damage effect, then I'd be fine with it.)