News Likes system: changes

**Matthew** · 07-05-2011, 10:00 PM

Any chance we can "like" a review. Reviews actually give the best signal to noise ratio on the entire site and some of them have influenced the gear I purchase. I'd like to reward those members and highlight the best reviews.

Adam · 07-05-2011, 10:17 PM

Originally posted by ChrisPlatt

I'm really not interested in popularity contests.
Can I choose not to display "likes"?

Chris

You can hide the entire user info block inside each post if you'd like.

Originally posted by Matthew

Any chance we can "like" a review. Reviews actually give the best signal to noise ratio on the entire site and some of them have influenced the gear I purchase. I'd like to reward those members and highlight the best reviews.

Yes, that's on my to-do list. I agree that it would be very beneficial!

Edvinas · 07-06-2011, 01:00 AM

Originally posted by ChrisPlatt

I'm really not interested in popularity contests.
Can I choose not to display "likes"?

Chris

They made it condition to sell in marketplace

uccemebug · 07-06-2011, 03:26 AM

Originally posted by jsherman999

well, now you're back up to 13 for that post

.

Oh thank you, it eases the sting of all those lost reputation/likes.

uccemebug · 07-06-2011, 03:28 AM

Originally posted by Matthew

Any chance we can "like" a review. Reviews actually give the best signal to noise ratio on the entire site and some of them have influenced the gear I purchase. I'd like to reward those members and highlight the best reviews.

You could even sort the reviews by likes instead of chronologically. Of course, I suspect my unimpressed review of the DA21 would cause that review to plummet.

GeneV · 07-06-2011, 10:51 AM

Originally posted by JeffJS

If this isn't supposed to be retroactive, How did I go from 258 to 119?

Or from 191 to 61 in my case.

I'm sorry, but this feels like some kind of game that is constantly being manipulated rather than a real measure of something. I am leaning toward Chris' view about just wanting to turn it off.

JeffJS · 07-06-2011, 12:06 PM

Originally posted by GeneV

Or from 191 to 61 in my case.

I'm sorry, but this feels like some kind of game that is constantly being manipulated rather than a real measure of something. I am leaning toward Chris' view about just wanting to turn it off.

The thread is closed now but ...

https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/forum-suggestions-news-help/150970-error-...ml#post1569017

I'm basically in the same camp.

I Do like seeing who Left the points however. For no other reason than to see who is getting any useful information or enjoying my posts.

eddie1960 · 07-06-2011, 12:24 PM

Originally posted by JeffJS

I Do like seeing who Left the points however. For no other reason than to see who is getting any useful information or enjoying my posts.

i dropped down to 67 (from 112 i think)
but i do agree it's nice to see who's benefiting from a post

Adam · 07-06-2011, 01:26 PM

Even better news is that a "I found this review helpful" link is on its way to the reviews system. I'm working on it right now and just need to write the javascript, then it should go live

It will also be fully integrated with your user cp.

GeneV · 07-06-2011, 02:54 PM

Originally posted by JeffJS

The thread is closed now but ...

https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/forum-suggestions-news-help/150970-error-...ml#post1569017

I'm basically in the same camp.

I Do like seeing who Left the points however. For no other reason than to see who is getting any useful information or enjoying my posts.

I think it is great for me or for you to read who liked a post or a review, but the running score which may be compared with others is a bit bewildering when the rules change every few months.

Adam · 07-06-2011, 03:28 PM

Originally posted by GeneV

I think it is great for me or for you to read who liked a post or a review, but the running score which may be compared with others is a bit bewildering when the rules change every few months.

Maybe we should just get rid of the number- it's the content that matters, after all!

opiedog · 07-06-2011, 03:42 PM

adam,

i recently put an ad in the marketplace and it was moved to the expired listings.
what gives? my status was a pentaxian and now it's been changed to veteran member.

does it make a difference if a member has dual systems?

what's going on here?

thanks

jordan

Adam · 07-06-2011, 03:50 PM

You didn't have enough likes! I've bumped you up to 15 for now so that you don't lose your status and moved your thread back.

uccemebug · 07-06-2011, 07:21 PM

Originally posted by Adam

Maybe we should just get rid of the number- it's the content that matters, after all!

Very true. I think would be a healthy solution.

GeneV · 07-07-2011, 07:04 AM

Originally posted by Adam

Maybe we should just get rid of the number- it's the content that matters, after all!

Works for me! It is the "contest" angle that invites us to compare or judge others that makes me less comfortable.

07-05-2011, 10:00 PM	#31
Matthew Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Hawkesbury Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,896	Like review? Any chance we can "like" a review. Reviews actually give the best signal to noise ratio on the entire site and some of them have influenced the gear I purchase. I'd like to reward those members and highlight the best reviews.

07-05-2011, 10:17 PM	#32
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,594 Original Poster	Originally posted by ChrisPlatt I'm really not interested in popularity contests. Can I choose not to display "likes"? Chris You can hide the entire user info block inside each post if you'd like. Originally posted by Matthew Any chance we can "like" a review. Reviews actually give the best signal to noise ratio on the entire site and some of them have influenced the gear I purchase. I'd like to reward those members and highlight the best reviews. Yes, that's on my to-do list. I agree that it would be very beneficial! Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

07-06-2011, 01:26 PM	#39
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,594 Original Poster	Even better news is that a "I found this review helpful" link is on its way to the reviews system. I'm working on it right now and just need to write the javascript, then it should go live It will also be fully integrated with your user cp. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

07-06-2011, 03:28 PM	#41
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,594 Original Poster	Originally posted by GeneV I think it is great for me or for you to read who liked a post or a review, but the running score which may be compared with others is a bit bewildering when the rules change every few months. Maybe we should just get rid of the number- it's the content that matters, after all! Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

07-06-2011, 03:50 PM	#43
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,594 Original Poster	You didn't have enough likes! I've bumped you up to 15 for now so that you don't lose your status and moved your thread back. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

07-06-2011, 01:00 AM	#33
Edvinas Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Kaunas Posts: 1,458	Originally posted by ChrisPlatt I'm really not interested in popularity contests. Can I choose not to display "likes"? Chris They made it condition to sell in marketplace

07-06-2011, 03:26 AM	#34
uccemebug Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Tokyo Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 962	Originally posted by jsherman999 well, now you're back up to 13 for that post . Oh thank you, it eases the sting of all those lost reputation/likes.

07-06-2011, 03:28 AM	#35
uccemebug Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Tokyo Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 962	Originally posted by Matthew Any chance we can "like" a review. Reviews actually give the best signal to noise ratio on the entire site and some of them have influenced the gear I purchase. I'd like to reward those members and highlight the best reviews. You could even sort the reviews by likes instead of chronologically. Of course, I suspect my unimpressed review of the DA21 would cause that review to plummet.

07-06-2011, 10:51 AM	#36
GeneV Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Albuquerque NM Photos: Albums Posts: 9,830	Originally posted by JeffJS If this isn't supposed to be retroactive, How did I go from 258 to 119? Or from 191 to 61 in my case. I'm sorry, but this feels like some kind of game that is constantly being manipulated rather than a real measure of something. I am leaning toward Chris' view about just wanting to turn it off.

07-06-2011, 12:06 PM	#37
JeffJS Inactive Account Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Michigan, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 7,484	Originally posted by GeneV Or from 191 to 61 in my case. I'm sorry, but this feels like some kind of game that is constantly being manipulated rather than a real measure of something. I am leaning toward Chris' view about just wanting to turn it off. The thread is closed now but ... https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/forum-suggestions-news-help/150970-error-...ml#post1569017 I'm basically in the same camp. I Do like seeing who Left the points however. For no other reason than to see who is getting any useful information or enjoying my posts.

07-06-2011, 12:24 PM	#38
eddie1960 Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Toronto Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,666	Originally posted by JeffJS I Do like seeing who Left the points however. For no other reason than to see who is getting any useful information or enjoying my posts. i dropped down to 67 (from 112 i think) but i do agree it's nice to see who's benefiting from a post

07-06-2011, 02:54 PM	#40
GeneV Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Albuquerque NM Photos: Albums Posts: 9,830	Originally posted by JeffJS The thread is closed now but ... https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/forum-suggestions-news-help/150970-error-...ml#post1569017 I'm basically in the same camp. I Do like seeing who Left the points however. For no other reason than to see who is getting any useful information or enjoying my posts. I think it is great for me or for you to read who liked a post or a review, but the running score which may be compared with others is a bit bewildering when the rules change every few months.

07-06-2011, 03:42 PM	#42
opiedog Inactive Account Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: NC Posts: 787	adam, i recently put an ad in the marketplace and it was moved to the expired listings. what gives? my status was a pentaxian and now it's been changed to veteran member. does it make a difference if a member has dual systems? what's going on here? thanks jordan

07-06-2011, 07:21 PM	#44
uccemebug Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Tokyo Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 962	Originally posted by Adam Maybe we should just get rid of the number- it's the content that matters, after all! Very true. I think would be a healthy solution.

07-07-2011, 07:04 AM	#45
GeneV Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Albuquerque NM Photos: Albums Posts: 9,830	Originally posted by Adam Maybe we should just get rid of the number- it's the content that matters, after all! Works for me! It is the "contest" angle that invites us to compare or judge others that makes me less comfortable.

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