Pro’s :
- Reduces visual clutter.
- Slavishly copies Google’s browser style (for those who care).
Con’s :
- Reduces functionality i.e. Being able to switch search engine quickly etc.
- Makes it harder for newbies to underdstand the difference between a web address & a search query.
- Slavishly copies Google’s browser style for little to no gain.
Removing. Do Not Want.