ZoomConcept Reviews
Minor Problem Grid issues
The type of grid is not apparent. In the middle of the page, it seems like you are trying to use a 4 column grid, but the video is wider than the 3 columns to its right.Works well with
What does this mean? Is this like a software plugin that you download for these other sites? I think you need to include some text to explain what this section means. This text is way more important than showcasing the large logos of these sites.-
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Andy E commented:The text that isn't currently there! You should add a sentence or 2 that explains what you mean by "Works well with." Otherwise, the heading alone doesn't explain to the visitors what this means and how they can use it with these services.
...to get invited
This text to sign up is a little odd. Keep it simple and say, "Enter email to get started".Serious Problem Background
The blue to gray background is really nice. The colors contrast well enough and the subtle gradients in each color make a very good background. Well done.Critical Problem Purpose of site
Though the top half of the page is aesthetically pleasing, I have no idea what all the gadgets are on the picture. It too me awhile to figure out what they could be so this could seriously deter your visitors. The "remember life better" text seems to have the appropriate message, but it should be much more prominent on the page. In fact, I'd suggest a rework on the top half. Consider a visual diagram of how someone would start with an image, click to link and add tags, and then show this final image with the tags, views, etc..Summary:
This is a good start, but it took some time to figure out what the purpose of the site is and how it works.
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Eric Su commented:
Incorporated most of your suggestions in the 2nd pic.
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Haitham Said commented:I am really like this design
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Critical Problem Don't really see any critical problems here... Positive Feature Large central image, good use of color and design. Fairly clear description of what the site does, testimonials, etc. Also liked that all the important info / things you were trying to drive was presented above the fold. I'm listing these points as serious b/c they revolve around execution of the main function of this page 1. While you create a big inviting sign-in bar there's nothing driving me towards it or compelling me to enter my email besides a washed out "Enter E-mail to get invited'. Too much else is going on and there isn't enough to really call out the sign-up. 2. This page seems more like a landing page for a service I can actually use than for something I'm waiting to test out...compel me, excite me, keep it simple and then grab my email - I just don't think people want to hear serious details about something awesome that they can't really engage with yet. Keep it high-level and interesting...not overwhelming. New Idea After you've refined this, why not integrate this with Launchrock or a similar service to help make this all a lot more viral...not 100% sure how this works yet, but if I'm trying to compel people to engage with pictures I'm sharing on another social network, whether it alerts them where they live (FB, Twitter, etc) or not, might as well get it in front of as many eyeballs as possible! Other I think you need to either seriously differentiate what you're doing with this, or state the niche within with this sits b/c I feel I can get most of this functionality via FB and all my friends are there already instead of me having to invite them to another social network. Again, compel me...maybe tell a story that shows how this is different than FB, etc. Not just bullet points, but something intriguing. Summary:
Think it looks pretty good, but needs some refinement to make it all focused especially as you're dealing with a drive for email collection. You really don't need so much to collect some email addresses. This so much more sits in the realm of a full-fledged landing page for a live product. Maybe keep this page (mostly) for when you actually launch and just go for some teaser stuff for now while you're trying to build interest / collect potential user info.
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Eric Su commented:
Thanks! never thought of it that way. it makes some sense to hide some info to drive email signups. The form already has our own Launchrock like thing though.
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Emeka Patrick commented:My pleasure Eric! A sense of mystery never hurt anyone trying to intrigue others. Can't wait to see what you come up with! Also, what's the Launchrock thing, I think I missed it. My bad.
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Eric Su commented:
If you sign up for the invite list, it suggests you to tweet or share your own unique link to be pushed up the list. we were already building this before Launchrock existed.
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Minor Problem on 1.png 1 this might have some reason. but I why is it not red? just curious... 2 the white space kinda bother me. it looks like an error on margin or padding. -
Eric Su commented:
noted. thanks!
New Idea on 1.png 1 how about removing this and just put this on the video? 2 remove other data and just put it here. Summary:
It's really nice design. I like the colors and the structure. I also like the large image. Though it has too many going on and could make your user distracted to your goal.
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Minor Problem on 1.png 1 I have no idea what that is, and what it is for 2 Shouldn't it be below the email address. Just a suggestion though 3 You see the spacing. It's same between 3 elements, and then bam goes the video and it's out of flow 4 Why so wide all of a sudden? It can neatly fit into regular column 5 A little finishing touch maybe. Blue doesn't grab the attention. Bevels and shadows don't look sharp. The color of text inside is other than the button. Critical Problem Serious aligning problems
90% of things are out of order, put out of perspective, not aligned to each other. That is a real killer for the layoutFlow issue
In your case it like 1. Grab attention (picture) 2. Maybe they'll share (send to) 3. Get email 3. Reassure, build credibility later While each and every marketing / advertising concept I know says that you build credibility before the actual action. Think about it.Summary:
Overall it's a nice landing page. Some design flaws, some "best practices" missing maybe, but it came out ok.
Summary:
Hi Eric
I find the landing page interesting enough! Cool! Hip! And smooth!!
Nicely laid out page and in fact it was pleasure browsing the site. Are you trying to market the site here too, because, I have already submitted my email, was so much impressed with the site. Ha ha !!
Well, I liked the idea of collecting the emails, smart move man!!
One point though:
When I was browsing the Most Popular pages, I didn't see any HOME button to come back to the landing page.
Just look into that, rest is quite Professional.
Just a quiz for you. Ha ha ! Whats the difference between Facebook, Picasa and PicLyf?
Keep it up, am waiting for my invite so that I can log in too!!
Cheers
Prashant
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Prashant Dubey commented:Don't you think publicizing the URL for getting your email up the ladder will create more anxiety. Coz, am interested into getting a login , why the heck should I get so much waiting .... just a thought! Though, unique idea...
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Eric Su commented:
Hey, thanks for the positive feedback! The main difference is the mission of building the BEST picture diary and creating a social experience around that.
Facebook's mission is to connect people so the feature set and the 'DNA' of the product will be around that.
Picasa is more on photo storage.
Flickr is also storage but a community around the professional photography.
PicLyf is about sharing and remembering your life. It just so happens that pictures are the most versatile medium to do just that. :)
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Prashant Dubey commented:
Wow!
Thanks for those precise and crisp difference in all the social site. I agree that pictures are the best medium to bond people together, its the picture which i want to see of my frnds or family, not those paragraphs to read ha ha...
great, man, thax a lot, and keep up the grt work.
cheers!!
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Serious Problem Head-line not clear
"Share, Enjoy..." does not tell me what your site does. I am interested because design is great, but not sure what it does.Critical Problem Icons on right side of image
I am not sure what the Icons on right side (sticky notes) are for."Our Awards"
The design of "Our Awards" does not fit very well. Gray background doesn't fit well with color scheme.Positive Feature Image
Great use of imageSerious Problem increase the space between the search and the text beneath it Positive Feature Footer Section
you can make all logos on the footer as gray scale and once hover it will be colorized to it's original stateNew Idea Search Area
I think you should simplify the go button, remove the shadow and decrease the arrow size a little bit and also you can give more 2 or 3 pixels as additional margin around the text box and the buttonSummary:
very goooooood
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Rebecca Perry commented:another newbie posting blank reviews just to get their concept posted. do you really expect to get quality feedback on your concept once it's posted?
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Summary:
Great concept. Nice use of colour, good layout and right to the point.
Well done.
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Luke Van Lathum commented:why you say great when you only gave it 3,3,3? And no critical feedback?
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Luke Van Lathum commented:
ya troll
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Minor Problem Invite/Registration
The "get invited" box goes unnoticed. Maybe bigger or a more bold color.Positive Feature Awesome Design!
I love the design, the blue/gray, the photo, and especially the items peeking out from behind the photo.Logo, PicLyf branding is hard to find
I would recommend your top nav being taller so it's easier to see your branding and top nav.Summary:
Hey, great design and the Enter E-mail to get invited is big enough to reach your objective, maibe an arrow pointing at it would be good. Also the minor problem would be the video icon, I know it's not that important , but a better design would increase the over all look of the site.
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Eric Su commented:
I am having reservation about fancying up the video icon since it will be yet another attention grabbing element.. the headline is a hidden link to the video
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Mester Catalin commented:Hey, well I am not saying to make it stand out , just to make it blend in with the design... this is not a critical problem just an aesthetics improvement , looks unfinished at the moment
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"This text is way more important than showcasing the large logos of these sites." May I know what 'this text' is referring to? Thanks for the killer feedback!