Actually, the 3.0 builds stream releases aren’t really intended as a perk, although they are often
perceived that way. Here’s the official reason we restrict access to the 3.0 builds to only paying
subscribers:
The common view of Eclipse M-builds are as a work in progress. They are
great for allowing users to experiment with new features early in
development but lack the completeness and stability of their eventual GA
release. First impressions are everything so we limit public trial releases
of MyEclipse to those versions based on Eclipse GA releases, (ver 2.1.0,
2.1.1, 2.1.2). As a benefit to MyEclipse paid subscribers we also offer
early access to MyEclipse 3.0M-build releases. I encourage you to
reevaluating MyEclipse on the Eclipse 2.1.1 platform if possible. If you
absolutely require MyEclipse on the Eclipse 3.0Mx platform consider
upgrading your subscription for early access privileges. If you are not
satisfied you can always cancel your subscription with our money back
guarantee.