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  • Upgrade complete - what do you think?

    So, here we are with the new version of the vBulletin software up and running. The visual changes are subtle, though noticeable, but it's obviously the same MOL you all know and love. The message editing/composing window is quite a bit different though, and should make laying out a post a bit easier for those who want to add some visual interest to their posts.

    Some of the biggest changes to the site are really behind the scenes, so from a user experience you probably won't notice much of a change. But the older version of the software we were using is no longer being supported, so the upgrade was necessary. But the new version has more to offer in the long run, and gives us a new foundation to build on. Big on the list of things to build for the new platform is an MOL mobile app. That will allow mobile users a much more user friendly mobile experience, from page loading to image uploading, etc. We're still using the same add on gallery, which is not compatible with other mobile add-ons (like TapaTalk) but the debut of a full mobile app will eliminate the need for such add-ons anyway.

    Take some time to get a feel for the new layout and let us know what you think. Anything you'd like to see us add? Anything you think we should leave off? Anything you come across that doesn't seem to be working quite right? Let us know in this thread.

    And please join us in thanking the Meguiar's team behind the scenes who worked so hard to get this upgrade together in the first place - Mike Shematek and Chris LaMarca. Great work guys, thanks!
    Michael Stoops
    Senior Global Product & Training Specialist | Meguiar's Inc.

    Remember, this hobby is supposed to be your therapy, not the reason you need therapy.

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    Re: Upgrade complete - what do you think?

    Finally MOL is back online!!!! I'm really looking forward to the mobile support application.

    One comment I have is that I wish the "new posts" button can be accessed in the main page... I didn't want to hit "Forums" tab first to get to it. I think this should be a shortcut.
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    • #3
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      Another Mike? Sheesh...

      Looks nice, though the margins seem very black/empty.

      I would rather just see a list New Posts, not part of the post as well on the front page. Unless that is a setting that is changed individually.
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        "New Posts?? Is it now "What's new"??
        Barry

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        • #5
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          OK, found the "New Posts"....that line did not load initially
          Barry

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          • #6
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            Keep in mind that some of the navigation structure changes you're seeing are a function of the new version of the forum software, not necessarily something that we chose to do for a specific reason. No matter how flexible a forum software package may be, there are always some limitations. Of no concern to you guys is how some of the things on the back end work - some changes make perfect sense while others have given us a few "huh?" moments!

            Regardless, we welcome your feedback and recommendations. One of the great things about this new software version is that it gives us a broader foundation to build from.
            Michael Stoops
            Senior Global Product & Training Specialist | Meguiar's Inc.

            Remember, this hobby is supposed to be your therapy, not the reason you need therapy.

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              Re: Upgrade complete - what do you think?

              Looks Good

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              • #8
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                I only have 'Whats New"?
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                • #9
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                  So far, I like the changes. We'll see as time goes on. Mostly, I'm just glad it is back online!
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                  • #10
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                    Murr, under the gold bar that contains: Home,forums, What's New....
                    do you have white lettering "New Posts", "New Group Msgs", "New Events"......
                    Barry

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                    • #11
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                      Oh, only after clicking on "What's New"... is that redundant?
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                      • #12
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                        Please put the topic of each thread in bold type. That would make it much easier to scroll down the page and see what catches you eye.

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                        • #13
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                          You need to click the "Forums" tab first to see "New Posts"
                          2011 Car Crazy Showcase SEMA Team

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                          • #14
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                            Anyone else having trouble posting pics?

                            I just tried and it kept saying I had an Invalid url.

                            Other than that, I am sure after I establish my bearings on new locations it will be just as great as the old one!
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                            • #15
                              Re: Upgrade complete - what do you think?

                              So what's the ETA on the ipod touch/iphone app for MOL?
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