I believe that new HSMP Format is helpful for us in several ways:
Previously: Either you get 5 Pts for Age under 28 or 0.
Now: You get Pts for age from 27 to 31
Previously: only 25 Pts for your Post Graduate Degree
Now: 35 Pts + 5 extra Pts for Degree from UK (good for people like me)
Previously: U28 Earning: No Pts for less than GBP 5000/ Year earning and for over 28, Pts for earning more than GBP 7500
Now: You can get Pts even for GBP 3000 earning (5 Pts)
Previously: So many problem in getting experience letter in desired HSMP Format.
So many problem in proving your experience and company valid
Now: No Problem at all

Now, what do you think my friends.. Isn't it easy to get HSMP now..
One more doubt is there in my mind, I believe that if HO has received your application before 7th Nov, and also has given you Ref No., in that case, previous HSMP Format should only apply... is there any information regarding this..
Cheers,
Akash...