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The Q-factor is unchanged. The extra width of the BB shell is offset against the bearings. A 68mm shell plus 2 outboard cups is 86mm all they've done is swap the use of outboards for press-fits allowing frame manufacturers more scope for beefing up the BB area and the removal of an alu sleeve.
I read loads of your posts MDCC and it seems unlike you to be such a Luddite. I am disappoint.
As you know it's the money from selling [us] new fangled products that funds the R&D that keeps the tech improvement cycle turning. One crank for every BB shell is exactly what's needed to bring the big S into 30mm axles so they can forge us something special.