I have to say that I totally agree with you. The first few times I played using the New App version I could say that I wasn't a big fan either. But after a few rounds it started to grow on me and I can say that I'm starting to enjoy this version better then the old way we used to play this game.
I know it is tough... Not many people enjoy change, but sometimes you just have to go with and do the best with what is offered. Stick with it and you will learn to love it like you loved the older version.