The basic fact is that WOTC decided to shut down the print magazines to drive users to an "online model". WOTC will continue with other printed content - for now. The answer above seems to seek rationale. e.g. "Those magazines were filled with content you didn't actively use? Right? Hey - on a unit basis, that is negative value for the producer and consumer."
You're missing the point. I *read* EVERYTHING in those magazines. Erik/James' openings, forums, ads (yeah, even the ads), comics and all other content. It would take me a few days. Where did I read it? Primarily two places - Neither were at my desk. One was in bed before I went to sleep, images of running and screaming adventurers in my head.
Online has *nothing* to do with that experience.
So what, wait a year to get the content in digestible form? Will it come with the subscription? I can answer for you - Of course not. Online is about tools with as little "words" as you can get away with. Why? Because you are sitting in front of a computer when you get to it. Printing is not an option - even for me (..and I have some great printers: HP Color Laserjet 3700dn duplex, Canon i9900 for large format/maps, and an Epson multi-function). Problems I see with printing: Either you are graphics rich, with the problems around color printing costs foisted on the consumer. Or you print "just the words" in which case, the experience is rather dull.
So - What do I want? A print periodical (every other month or, worse case quarterly) that engages my imagination to help me be a better DM. No amount of "online calculators" will help me get there. My discussion/messaging needs are taken of here and in other boards, thanks very much. I don't need you to become another ENWorld for pay.