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« on: April 05, 2010, 07:19:20 pm »

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« Reply #1 on: April 06, 2010, 02:19:48 pm »

If they're bothering to release a 2.7, it makes you think that the release version of 3.0 must be quite a long way off, still.
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« Reply #2 on: April 06, 2010, 03:33:41 pm »

Yeah, I noticed today that I only had three 'current' versions of Lightroom installed. Why not four or perhaps five?  

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« Reply #3 on: April 06, 2010, 04:13:10 pm »

Hi,

Adobe has a cycle with about four upgrades per year, essentially to keep up with new cameras. This release cycle is probably not related to the new "major version", 3.0. I guess that 3.0 is a bit out as they had a LR 3 B2 now. It is also my impression that LR3 B2 may not be feature complete. So I guess we have to wait and see. I guess that we would like to see an LR3 with a decent feature set instead of a new version rushed out.

The features I have seen this far, better handling of noise and better sharpening are good enough for me to buy an upgrade, but the next upgrade is probably a couple of years away after 3.0 has been released, so I'd prefer that they make a complete set of improvements.

Another issue is that LR shares a lot of it's feature set with PhotoShop, so it makes sense that LR3 is not released before the next version of PS.


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If they're bothering to release a 2.7, it makes you think that the release version of 3.0 must be quite a long way off, still.
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« Reply #4 on: April 06, 2010, 10:45:59 pm »

It's funny... I downloaded and installed LR 2.7 RC, but truth be told, since LR3 Beta 2 came out I've been using it pretty much exclusively.  Opening LR 2.7 was like going 'backwards' in some respects...

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« Reply #5 on: April 07, 2010, 02:54:48 am »

Have Adobe got rid of all their QA and Testing staff? Seems they release every minor change to LR as a Release Candidate i.e. using the public to beta test for them!

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« Reply #6 on: April 07, 2010, 01:20:34 pm »

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Have Adobe got rid of all their QA and Testing staff? Seems they release every minor change to LR as a Release Candidate i.e. using the public to beta test for them!

I'm glad I'm not the only one wondering about this. It's not only the Release Candidates, but also pure beta. They spend hours on forums QAing products for free. I refuse to beta test and QA software as that's something I pay the developers to do.

In Adobe's defence it's a widespread phenomenon in software circles. It's even funnier in gaming where people go to extreme lengths to get on the invitation-only closed betas.

But we really shouldn't complain: we get cheaper products since people donate their time for QA instead of having to pay for it

We're getting close to the same in some high-tech hardware with the 1.0 version being a barely functional product.

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« Reply #7 on: April 07, 2010, 03:01:31 pm »

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Have Adobe got rid of all their QA and Testing staff? Seems they release every minor change to LR as a Release Candidate i.e. using the public to beta test for them!

No, they are addressing customers' needs who have new cameras not supported in ACR 5.6 and LR 2.6. That's why they do an RC release–which is considerably different than a beta release. Additionally, people running LR 3 Beta 2 need ACR 5.7 in order to open images from Lightroom 3 into Photoshop. By releasing the RC's they give themselves a bit more time for final development while providing relief to users. Seems kinda like you are a 'black helicopters coming to get you' sort of person, huh?
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« Reply #8 on: April 07, 2010, 07:56:31 pm »

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No, they are addressing customers' needs who have new cameras not supported in ACR 5.6 and LR 2.6. That's why they do an RC release–which is considerably different than a beta release. Additionally, people running LR 3 Beta 2 need ACR 5.7 in order to open images from Lightroom 3 into Photoshop. By releasing the RC's they give themselves a bit more time for final development while providing relief to users. Seems kinda like you are a 'black helicopters coming to get you' sort of person, huh?


Why a Release Candidate rather than 2.6.1? Why does the community need to test new camera profiles? Surely they should just work! Whether you like the results is another issue.

And maybe Jeff you should refrain from taking cheap shots at people who challenge your view that Adobe is always right. Seems to me that your professional relationship with them is sometimes overshadowing your objectivity.

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« Reply #9 on: April 07, 2010, 08:07:33 pm »

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Why a Release Candidate rather than 2.6.1? Why does the community need to test new camera profiles? Surely they should just work! Whether you like the results is another issue.

How would 2.6.1 be different than 2.7?

And have there been so many bugs in this RC that you're questioning adobe?  Or is it just the name?
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« Reply #10 on: April 07, 2010, 10:16:05 pm »

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And maybe Jeff you should refrain from taking cheap shots at people who challenge your view that Adobe is always right. Seems to me that your professional relationship with them is sometimes overshadowing your objectivity.


Seems to me I don't know you from Adam...so explain to me why I should give a hoot about what you think?

Really, two people were questioning why there was a Lightroom 2.7 RC...I explained it to them and gave them back a bit of what they were spouting...seems to be they deserved it...

BTW, exactly what do you think my "professional relationship" is with Adobe? I doubt you really have a clue...

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« Reply #11 on: April 08, 2010, 01:19:16 am »

Amazing, people complaining and taking cheap shots at Adobe for providing updates earlier and for free.
I don't know how much more you could wish for.
If you have a camera that's not supported by 2.6 you welcome this RC, and if you don't nothing forces (or even prompts) you to install it.
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« Reply #12 on: April 08, 2010, 03:49:57 am »

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Amazing, people complaining and taking cheap shots at Adobe for providing updates earlier and for free.
I don't know how much more you could wish for.
If you have a camera that's not supported by 2.6 you welcome this RC, and if you don't nothing forces (or even prompts) you to install it.
Perhaps that is the problem:  "for free", it then has no value, so all left is complaining ;-)

I concur with your statements and Jeff's, that the release of the RC is serving both Adobe and the user community.



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« Reply #13 on: April 08, 2010, 04:11:42 am »

[quote name='Schewe' date='Apr 8 2010, 03:16 AM' post='358847']
Seems to me I don't know you from Adam...so explain to me why I should give a hoot about what you think?

I am sure plenty of people will feel the same way about your "good self" Nobody is forced to download this "update" so why the fuss? If it is for more camera compatibility then it must be a good thing?

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« Reply #14 on: April 08, 2010, 05:23:02 am »

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Perhaps that is the problem:  "for free", it then has no value, so all left is complaining ;-)

  Agree, some people must confuse cost with value.
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« Reply #15 on: April 08, 2010, 11:30:43 am »

I personally think that the public beta is a terrific idea.  It is a much more thorough test than any developer could ever do.  Hopefully bugs are discovered that an in-house procedure would never find.  And the best part is that I can benefit without having to participate, unless of course I happen to want to.  The chances of the final release being much more mature is greatly enhanced.

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« Reply #16 on: April 08, 2010, 07:11:09 pm »

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Amazing, people complaining and taking cheap shots at Adobe for providing updates earlier and for free.
I don't know how much more you could wish for.
If you have a camera that's not supported by 2.6 you welcome this RC, and if you don't nothing forces (or even prompts) you to install it.

A wise old man once told me:

"The more you complain, the longer God lets you live."  

Made perfect sense to me.  
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« Reply #17 on: April 08, 2010, 08:10:51 pm »

Can someone clarify the LR 2.7 Mac installer behavior?  It appears that LR 2.7 is either installed in parallel with 2.6 or it overwrites 2.6, depending on the Mac configuration.  From comments in the Adobe forum and on DPR it seems as though those using a PPC Mac experience an overwrite whereas those installing to an Intel based Mac get a parallel installation.  There is no option provided in the installer and after installation, on both platforms apparently, the new LR app is identified as simply 2.7 and not 2.7RC.
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« Reply #18 on: April 09, 2010, 12:38:38 am »

Hi everyone,

Would you prefer for us not to offer these public RC versions?  Keep in mind that adopters of new cameras (e.g., Rebel T2i) would have to wait a few more weeks to get final support. That is, not having a public RC does not imply moving up the final release date.

We realize that there are many users who have one of the latest cameras (i.e., users who are eagerly waiting for a software update from us), and we also realize there are many users who have older cameras and don't care about these updates. Please understand that it is very difficult to please both groups simultaneously.
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« Reply #19 on: April 09, 2010, 12:54:38 am »

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Hi everyone,

Would you prefer for us not to offer these public RC versions?  Keep in mind that adopters of new cameras (e.g., Rebel T2i) would have to wait a few more weeks to get final support. That is, not having a public RC does not imply moving up the final release date.

We realize that there are many users who have one of the latest cameras (i.e., users who are eagerly waiting for a software update from us), and we also realize there are many users who have older cameras and don't care about these updates. Please understand that it is very difficult to please both groups simultaneously.

Well... personally.. RC releases dont interest me; but then I dont have a new camera that isnt supported. So I am fully siezed of the wishes of those that do wanting support as quickly as possible. So Adob'e services these users very well with their RC releases. Keep it up.

As to Beta releases - I personally have no interest in beta testing software (especially when I am not being payed for it). Again however, I fully appreciate that there are those who do want to beta test and enjoy it and want to be at the bleeding edge of each release. More power to these people as they find and report bugs that ultimately results in improved quality Control. We need these people.

Since you asked - my own personal preference would be a quick timely full release of 3.0   - with.... wait for it......

SOFT PROOFING! Please  
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