As many have noticed, we launched a new front page format this week.
Here are a few notes on the changes:
* The update to the front page has been in the works for a while. The new format allows a user to see the top five/seven stories on the site without having to scroll down (how many depends on the size of your screen and resolution). In the old format, you could only see one main story and maybe half of two other stories before having to scroll down. Also, there was a big advertising banner at the top of the page. That banner ad is now gone for paying subscribers (an added benefit of a membership).
* There are several nice enhancements coming in upcoming updates that will be released over the next few weeks and months.
* The No. 1 complaint we've received is the "Around the Conference" section that sits below the top stories on Warchant. That's also been my No. 1 complaint to Rivals and have been told it will change in the next update which should take place in the next couple weeks. We are supposed to be able to modify that section to make it more devoted to team content.
* The "Ticker" section on the left column will also be pushed down with an upcoming update.
* We also now have the capability of posting Breaking News at the top. That way you won't miss it when important news involving FSU or recruiting is breaking.
* Some people don't like the look or the functionality of the front page on mobile. If that's the case, I strongly recommend downloading the free Warchant app. You can get it on both iTunes and in the Google Play Store.
I get that people generally don't like change but the updated front page is something the publishers really pushed for. The previous version was a very basic stopgap and wasn't intended to be the long term solution. The front page you see now is version 1.0 for the new plan and much needed enhancements/updates will be coming shortly. So please be patient.
Rivals is very good about taking suggestions from us so feel free to reach out via email if you have any suggestions or criticisms. I had hoped to take input on the boards but unfortunately a few have already made it clear they are ready to break out the pitch forks so a public discourse probably wouldn't be very productive.
Here are a few notes on the changes:
* The update to the front page has been in the works for a while. The new format allows a user to see the top five/seven stories on the site without having to scroll down (how many depends on the size of your screen and resolution). In the old format, you could only see one main story and maybe half of two other stories before having to scroll down. Also, there was a big advertising banner at the top of the page. That banner ad is now gone for paying subscribers (an added benefit of a membership).
* There are several nice enhancements coming in upcoming updates that will be released over the next few weeks and months.
* The No. 1 complaint we've received is the "Around the Conference" section that sits below the top stories on Warchant. That's also been my No. 1 complaint to Rivals and have been told it will change in the next update which should take place in the next couple weeks. We are supposed to be able to modify that section to make it more devoted to team content.
* The "Ticker" section on the left column will also be pushed down with an upcoming update.
* We also now have the capability of posting Breaking News at the top. That way you won't miss it when important news involving FSU or recruiting is breaking.
* Some people don't like the look or the functionality of the front page on mobile. If that's the case, I strongly recommend downloading the free Warchant app. You can get it on both iTunes and in the Google Play Store.
I get that people generally don't like change but the updated front page is something the publishers really pushed for. The previous version was a very basic stopgap and wasn't intended to be the long term solution. The front page you see now is version 1.0 for the new plan and much needed enhancements/updates will be coming shortly. So please be patient.
Rivals is very good about taking suggestions from us so feel free to reach out via email if you have any suggestions or criticisms. I had hoped to take input on the boards but unfortunately a few have already made it clear they are ready to break out the pitch forks so a public discourse probably wouldn't be very productive.
