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shadowhawk2020

04-12-11 09:41 PM

Re: Is there a mobile version of this forum?

I posted in the other thread as well, 3 years now and "we still have we are working on it".

I am not trying to be a dick, and I am sure there are valid reasons, but three years is an awful long time to come up with a mobile version. But on the bright side phones are getting bigger, so eventually we won't need mobile versions of websites.

The Man with the Golden Doujinshi

04-13-11 10:17 AM

Re: Is there a mobile version of this forum?

What were to happen if someone were to make a free app for browsing the forum?

JuryDuty

04-13-11 10:26 AM

Re: Is there a mobile version of this forum?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mister Peepers (Post 10722953)

What were to happen if someone were to make a free app for browsing the forum?

Other than large amounts of praise from users like me, I'm not sure. Is it against this forums terms of service or anything?

This thread has suddenly shown a lot of interest, as more of us are using devices other than a standard PC with a web browser to access the forum. I'm sure whatever solution the devs come up with will ultimately be the best, but meanwhile, I'd just like us to have at least a temporary solution so we can use the forum even more.

The Man with the Golden Doujinshi

04-13-11 06:20 PM

Re: Is there a mobile version of this forum?

I only have an Android, so if I worked on anything, it would be that.

I also know of another forum where a guy worked on an app but then they banned his account due to some issues with him working on it. Not sure exactly what went down and I don't think he got very far into it.

mkdevo

05-10-11 10:41 AM

Re: Is there a mobile version of this forum?

http://www.vbulletin.com/mobile/

<iframe width="640" height="390" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/nuA5wI1_9xw" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

Wouldn't it be nice?

Groucho

05-15-11 06:56 PM

Re: Is there a mobile version of this forum?

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Originally Posted by darkessenz (Post 10772880)

Its always weird when businesses have an opportunity to generate more revenue and interest in their product, but fail to do so out of inertia or beerocracy.

I've actually installed Tapatalk on other forums, and to be fair it took at least five minutes or so (including the time to read instructions).

shadowhawk2020

05-20-11 10:54 PM

Re: Is there a mobile version of this forum?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Groucho (Post 10772953)

I've actually installed Tapatalk on other forums, and to be fair it took at least five minutes or so (including the time to read instructions).

But they have to protect their brand...

JohnSlider

05-21-11 02:37 PM

Re: Is there a mobile version of this forum?

IB owns vBulletin, so I don't really get their argument now that vBulletin has released a mobile version for the forum software.

mkdevo

05-24-11 09:21 AM

Re: Is there a mobile version of this forum?

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Originally Posted by John Slider (Post 10783542)

IB owns vBulletin, so I don't really get their argument now that vBulletin has released a mobile version for the forum software.

Wow, I wasn't even aware of that. Really makes this whole thing even more of a head-scratcher.

ibobi

05-24-11 02:48 PM

Re: Is there a mobile version of this forum?

Hi all,

I'll quote tech's answer on this, as he has previously posted it:

Quote:

Originally Posted by IB-Dick (Post 10360921)

1.) The branding of DVDTalk is something that we need to have control of. Installing a third-party API allows the display and manipulation of the forum content in a way that we cannot control. While we agree with the spirit of the application, we cannot open ourselves to the liability it presents to both branding and the platform of the site.

2.) We are currently working on a solution for forum interaction on the iPhone, and have plans to work on an Android version. The work on this actually started before this thread did, and is currently in alpha testing. Has it taken a long time? Yes. However, it's taken a long time because we want to make sure that the application is first class-- and it will be. While we apologize for the delay, we're sure that it'll be worth the wait.

Thanks,

Paul

shadowhawk2020

05-28-11 02:10 PM

Re: Is there a mobile version of this forum?

Quote:

Originally Posted by IBobi (Post 10787896)

Hi all,

I'll quote tech's answer on this, as he has previously posted it:

Thanks,

Paul

Can I ask what year this was posted? ;)

Never mind, I found it, it was a 2010 response to a 2009 thread.

LorenzoL

05-29-11 08:20 AM

Re: Is there a mobile version of this forum?

I'm just resigned to use my Safari browser on my iPhone to view this forum since I don't expect an app or mobile version anytime soon.

Brent L

05-31-11 09:20 AM

Re: Is there a mobile version of this forum?

Quote:

Originally Posted by IBobi (Post 10787896)

Hi all,

I'll quote tech's answer on this, as he has previously posted it:

Thanks,

Paul

It's important to note that he posted that on 9/8/10, and it's quickly getting to the one year mark. It's ridiculous that nothing has happened since then, there is no reason to believe there is any truth to that, and that out of all the things that seems to be taboo to talk about on this forum, this is one of them. I just use Safari on my iPhone as well, but that is so stupid to have to do since there are a number of other options out there, and nothing is being done to implement any of them. Either give us a solid option for doing this, or just come out and flat out say it wont ever happen.

CRM114

06-06-11 09:51 AM

Re: Is there a mobile version of this forum?

Snarky response. Perhaps some sort of update rather than glibly reposting what was said a LONG time ago would be in order.

ibobi

06-07-11 12:35 PM

Re: Is there a mobile version of this forum?

Hi,

That was certainly not meant as snarky or glib, merely an attempt to shorthand the existing response!

Which is: no on Tapatalk (as it would compromise our management of the site), and as far as mobile apps it is something we have been looking into but there is no release imminent, so I have no real update on that.

Please let me know if there are other questions; I will keep you in the loop as much as possible, as I have been trying to do on this site.

Best,

Paul

JohnSlider

06-07-11 02:16 PM

Re: Is there a mobile version of this forum?

Just don't feel like you have to approach us all corporate-like. Whenever I read a response from someone from IB it feels like something I'd get from Microsoft's tech support phone line. Just be straight up and casual. We just want to know what's going on. :)

I understand why IB wouldn't use Tapatalk, but what's the reason behind not using vBulletin's mobile suite? From my understanding IB also owns vBulletin, and from what I've seen the mobile extension is relatively painless to add and remove. What's the harm in letting us use that until the official DVDTalk extension is finalized?

ibobi

06-07-11 04:15 PM

Re: Is there a mobile version of this forum?

Hi John,

I assure you, if there were an easy solution to the mobile issue, we'd be doing it; there's nothing preventing us from deciding to implement mobile solutions here -- it's a resource issue and not at all as simple as flipping a switch. The site would need to be upgraded to a newer version of VB, which means migrating data and user accounts and verifying everything and... that takes time and dev resources that are not available at this time.

I know this is frustrating to hear. But it's where we are. For now, the mobile solution is to view the full site on your mobile device's browser.

Best,

Paul

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