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Re: Instagram's New Logo Is a Travesty. Can We Change It Back? Please?

Richard — Thu, 12 May 2016 19:46:09 -0000

I run a company that builds mobile apps. One of my roles includes design.

Re: Instagram's New Logo Is a Travesty. Can We Change It Back? Please?

Richard — Thu, 12 May 2016 10:39:15 -0000

Skeuomorphism is slack design. Especially on mobile. At least think about how a person uses a mobile device.

Re: Instagram's New Logo Is a Travesty. Can We Change It Back? Please?

Richard — Thu, 12 May 2016 10:36:54 -0000

Actually I didn't say he couldn't criticise. I was just pointing out that I'd like to hear how he would do it. Design is not simple. This article makes it seem so. By attempting to display how he would do it, might show just how complex it is.

Re: Instagram's New Logo Is a Travesty. Can We Change It Back? Please?

Richard — Thu, 12 May 2016 09:28:08 -0000

Given your expertise in design Tim, I'd love to see how you'd redesign it.

Re: Did Apple steal the name for HealthKit from an Australian startup?

Richard — Wed, 04 Jun 2014 07:55:46 -0000

Does HealthKit own a trademark?

Re: Dear business people, an iOS app actually takes a lot of work!

Richard — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 23:09:05 -0000

Fantastic article. I've been sharing it with clients and business partners for the last few days.

Re: Viral coefficients + store feature + branding + influencers = cool apps on iOS first

Richard — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 02:29:48 -0000

These match the numbers I've seen across several apps as well.

I personally think you've hit the nail on the head, and even mentioned that exact reason in an email to a journalist a few weeks ago.

Recently one of our Android developers suggested an additional reason for the lack of downloads even though the market share is significant; many Android users buy based on price and aren't as savvy about the Android Market. Many don't even know they can download new apps.

When marketing a few apps that we've launched I've REALLY struggled finding tech influencers that use Android. iPhone wins hands down in that community.

Re: Why Turntable.fm’s Lame/Awesome button is awesome

Richard — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 09:15:22 -0000

Thanks for the heads up on this Ross. :)

Re: Greetings from Japan, Beta Vlog Entry

Richard — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 20:25:52 -0000

Love you, and miss you heaps! xxxx

Re: Johnson & Johnson Does New Media

Richard — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 00:47:50 -0000

Great work Ron. I had the study forwarded to me by a customer I'm working with here in Australia. So it's definitely making the rounds!

Re: Inquisitr’s 1st birthday + April stats

Richard — Wed, 06 May 2009 03:55:54 -0000

Great work Duncan. Good to hear all is going really well!

Hope to catch you back west for a beer soon!

Re: Annotated Digital Culture Links: February 24th 2009

Richard — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 09:06:03 -0000

I love that you called it a "grumpy" post. :)

Re: Is It Time To Switch Ad Partners?

Richard — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 00:45:05 -0000

What's most interesting to me is if FM's transparency resulted in you questioning them more. i.e.: is it better for a business to keep their mouth shut in hard times?

You'd obviously prefer transparency from partners, but if they lose you as a customer, would they be better served keeping things like this close to their chest.

Re: Internet filtering: stop Australia importing stupidity from China

Richard — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 23:17:18 -0000

Wow, thanks Alan. Good to know I'm up their with smart dudes like yourself!

Rich

Re: IT’S OVER! POP GOES THE BUBBLE.

Richard — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 06:58:18 -0000

I wouldn't call it a bubble. It just happens to look like a recession is on the horizon. As they always are.

The bubble at the beginning of the decade was an investment bubble, because yes, investment in the tech sector was over blown. However, this time around almost everyone has been more rational.

I hate the term "bubble" when used to describe the tech sector at the moment. It's not about to burst, because it isn't a bubble. It may turn into a recession.

Re: Diary of a Detox - Day 3

Richard — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:43:34 -0000

Penny, you found another kid, or detox? ;)

Re: Diary of a Detox - Day 3

Richard — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:42:22 -0000

Oh only 4...maybe 5 hours! :) No chance on making it days.

Re: Diary of a Detox - Day 3

Richard — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 08:36:53 -0000

Woohoo. Congrats on making it 72 hours. Impressive. I reckon I could make 4...maybe 5. :)

Re: Ep 134: Ice TV and Channel Nine with Jim Schembri

Richard — Fri, 30 May 2008 00:30:33 -0000

Thanks for talking about IceTV Recommendations. We're pretty happy with the way it works (obviously given we power them :) ).

Being a TV geek myself, it was the one thing I really wanted out system to do. So working with IceTV happened to be a personal favourite.

Keep up the great podcast.

Rich

Re: Omnidrive CEO Nik Cubrilovic: We're Not Dead. Again.

Richard — Mon, 05 May 2008 23:34:38 -0000

It's amazing how quickly this discussion has spun around, away from the accountability of an entrepreneur, to the investor's intention.

Speaking from an entrepreneur's point of view, if my investor has ANY concerns I'd be straight on the phone to work through the problems with them. Investor's aren't only there for the money, but also the advice. I find it strange that Nik wouldn't involve Clay, and just as strange that he would use RWW as a platform for a response (no offense Richard). I'd expect him to contact Clay as soon as there was any concern.

As for Clay, I've spent a good deal of time with him, and want to say that he is a very astute business man. He is also VERY approachable. This issue with Omnidrive has not come about because of him.

I think Mick's idea is a great one. Lets get this whole thing out in the open, so the Aussie web community can clear the air over this one.

Re: The future of TV is not on TV

Richard — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 08:00:57 -0000

I agree. Broadcast hasn't got long. With digital set top boxes, broadband, and powerful handheld devices I think they really need to start to think through different strategies: like portability.

One of my favorite apps at the moment is Elgato's EyeTV! I record a show and it automatically encodes it so I can watch it on my Apple TV or iPod Touch.

My other favorite app is Bittorrent. ;)

Re: Your ad-supported Web 2.0 site is actually a B2B enterprise in disguise

Richard — Sat, 05 Apr 2008 06:59:14 -0000

Great post.

Rheingold's story sounds a lot like the one we had with Scouta. We built out our social network first, and then launched out B2B offering.

It's surprising how many web companies don't realize that you still need to focus most of your energy on traditional business values. Sales being a very important one. Although I'm CEO of the company, I spent almost all of my time as if I was a traditional sales person.

Re: Feedback on scouta.com redesign mockup

Richard — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 01:34:26 -0000

Wow, awesome feedback. Thanks for taking the time to blog it.

I might have to get a quote from you :). Being the CEO, I'm not sure I'm the best for design :).

I'll absorb all this, and the other comments, and re-work.

Thanks again.

Re: Why Mahalo is Fundamentally Flawed

Richard — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 18:36:09 -0000

I don't work at Mahalo. Met him once, and have chatted online maybe one other time.

Re: Why Mahalo is Fundamentally Flawed

Richard — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 06:42:33 -0000

I hate to defend Jason -- I'd imagine it's more fun rattling his cage -- but I think your argument isn't valid.

The main point you make is that Mahalo can not be trusted because it makes money from advertising. You seem to suggest that they get paid every time you click a link, which I just don't see on Mahalo. The links I've clicked when using Mahalo have been internal, or those that appear to be unpaid links, not adverts. I'm sure they make money from some obvious adverts, like other sites.

So, the reason I think your argument isn't valid is that every prominent search engine makes money from clicks. We can't complain that people make money, we all need it to continue running the business.

So, your rational would suggest all prominent search engines are reckless.