I don't understand this idea that keeps popping up about "protecting my hands." The Vive Wands and Index Knuckles don't protect your hands either, so why is Oculus supposed to play the role of nurse nanny to everyone's hands all of a sudden?
For anyone who has sensitive hands that need protection during video games, I recommend some Boxing as a form of exercise.
The talk of the protection it offers has been going on since touch came out. Moreso on reddit though. Personally, I've hit many things with my touch and I was glad that ring was there. The guardian isn't the greatest solution when you have arms as long as me and you're in a smaller space. If you set it tight it just stays showing up nearly 100% of the time which is annoying and you end up ignoring it lol. (Dont' have the problem these days as I have a dedicated VR room)
Boxing isn't going to stop sharp corners or glass from ripping into flesh lol.
Gloves would have to be fingerless or you'd lose the capacitive touch capability.
That all said, I'm good with the new design and will make it work but I understand why people feel that way.