It was mostly the low-end IoT and router markets that was the major driver behind space-optimized image builds. i.e. the various tricks people pull to get leaner builds made maintenance nearly impossible. On chip RAM was the initial constraint that fell, TLC flash became inexpensive, and ARM option performance hit practical levels. i.e. it became possible to install normal environments with a simple port.

The other point I was stating was today the low-end chip justifications no longer makes economic sense. The kernel maintainers already deprecated 32bit years ago.

"All software is terrible, but some of it is useful..." but if proves a liability, than it is just terrible. lol Have a great weekend =3