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W4GPL
05-23-2012, 03:50 AM
I just hastily did a middle of the night upgrade to the forums...

vBulletin 4.2

Changelog for those who are interested: https://www.vbulletin.com/forum/showthread.php/401607-vBulletin-4-2-FULL-has-been-released-(vBulletin-com-upgraded)?p=2296145#post2296145

Let us know if you experience any problems.

W4GPL
05-23-2012, 03:54 AM
The 'users who has visited today' seems to borked. I'll deal with it when I'm more conscious. ;)

KB3LAZ
05-23-2012, 04:25 AM
Things are slightly different but nothing bad so far. When I typed the address it I landed on what seemed to be like a hot threads board or something similar. Threw me off for a moment but I just woke up. =p

ki4itv
05-23-2012, 04:48 AM
I clicked on "What's new" and kinda freaked out, but, I could get used to the look pretty quick.
Thanks for everything, Jeff.

W4GPL
05-23-2012, 04:52 AM
It's a little too Facebook-timeline-ish for me.

Nothing we can do about it though, there was a security concern and I had to update. :dunno: Hopefully they'll refine it a little.

ki4itv
05-23-2012, 05:03 AM
I get what you mean. Not so bad though.
tnx agn.

PA5COR
05-23-2012, 05:09 AM
Working fine here, thanks for the update ;)

KC9ECI
05-23-2012, 05:42 AM
I preferred the tighter format of the old look, but who am I to stand in the way of progress? I'll adjust to it and soon enough won't even remember the old format.

ad4mg
05-23-2012, 06:33 AM
I get this 'activity stream' screen when I first log in, but it reverts back to the original index page on a refresh. Interesting.

WØTKX
05-23-2012, 06:37 AM
Hmm, that doesn't work for me... Just the activity stream.

It is kind of face-bookish. :lol:

KB3LAZ
05-23-2012, 06:42 AM
Hmm, that doesn't work for me... Just the activity stream.

It is kind of face-bookish. :lol:

Same for me. I have to click forum and then it goes away.

KB3LAZ
05-23-2012, 06:43 AM
I preferred the tighter format of the old look, but who am I to stand in the way of progress? I'll adjust to it and soon enough won't even remember the old format.

I still miss the old themes. I think I used island night or something like that.

ad4mg
05-23-2012, 06:49 AM
Hmm, that doesn't work for me... Just the activity stream.

It is kind of face-bookish. :lol:

Try clicking the logo. Works here!

N8YX
05-23-2012, 08:11 AM
So far so good here...

WØTKX
05-23-2012, 08:26 AM
Try clicking the logo. Works here!


Hmmm, semantics. The logo and forum buttons do the same thing. I was in the habit of "what's new" and it showed more detail on one screen. No big deal at all... other goodies under the hood are important too.

NQ6U
05-23-2012, 09:01 AM
Find the "Activity Stream" thing really annoying. The old "What's New" screen would take me to the first new post in any given thread, the new one does not.

W4GPL
05-23-2012, 02:32 PM
Sorry guys, working on reverting to the old behavior.. stick with me just another few hours. :)

FWIW, I don't like it either.

KG4CGC
05-23-2012, 02:34 PM
Sorry guys, working on reverting to the old behavior.. stick with me just another few hours. :)

FWIW, I don't like it either.

Thank you.

W4GPL
05-23-2012, 02:40 PM
The main page should now be what it was prior to the upgrade. Please test and let me know.

Thanks guys! Sorry again, I didn't expect so many changes with a mid version upgrade.

KC9ECI
05-23-2012, 03:40 PM
Lots better, thanks.

kf0rt
05-23-2012, 04:13 PM
I live on the "New Posts" button and haven't noticed any problems today. Haven't quite decided what I think of the Facebook thingy. I'll try it all out on the Fire later.

Thanks, Jeff!

W4GPL
05-23-2012, 04:57 PM
I'll try it all out on the Fire later.Please please please let me know about this. I know you were having issues with the previous upgrade on your tablet. I'd like to know whether or not it's been resolved.

FWIW, it seems to work on the default browser on the Galaxy Tab 2.. which is very-very similar to the Fire.

J

K7SGJ
05-23-2012, 04:58 PM
I think I like it the way it is right now.

KG4CGC
05-23-2012, 05:04 PM
I just realized that there is still a New Posts button just under the What's New button.

kf0rt
05-23-2012, 05:19 PM
Please please please let me know about this. I know you were having issues with the previous upgrade on your tablet. I'd like to know whether or not it's been resolved.

FWIW, it seems to work on the default browser on the Galaxy Tab 2.. which is very-very similar to the Fire.

J

Just checked - same as before. :(

The quick reply and advanced editors won't bring the keyboard up using the normal web styles. Switch it to "Mobile default" and it works.

W4GPL
05-23-2012, 10:26 PM
I just realized that there is still a New Posts button just under the What's New button.http://forums.hamisland.net/search.php?do=getdaily is how I keep up with the latest activity.

W4GPL
05-23-2012, 10:27 PM
Just checked - same as before. :(

The quick reply and advanced editors won't bring the keyboard up using the normal web styles. Switch it to "Mobile default" and it works.Hrm.. I don't get it. My Android ICS works just fine.

Do anyone else have an Android platform that can test for me?

NA4BH
05-23-2012, 11:22 PM
The tabs at the top are bass ackwards. Change makes me sad. :lol:

VE7DCW
05-24-2012, 12:27 AM
This upgrade interestingly enough has solved a quibble i've had with side page extension regarding "The Island of Misfit Hams statistics" section which was running off my browser page! ...... back to normal again :clap:

KB3LAZ
05-24-2012, 02:21 PM
Are you working on it now? I seem to be getting 3 seconds of spike lag ever 45 seconds or so. Only on the island. So was just curious. It may just be my isp being silly.

K7SGJ
05-24-2012, 02:45 PM
Hrm.. I don't get it. My Android ICS works just fine.

Do anyone else have an Android platform that can test for me?

I'm like Rob, I have the Fire also, and I have to do the same thing he does.

WØTKX
05-24-2012, 03:04 PM
It's all working fine with Windows Mango. :mrgreen:

kf0rt
05-24-2012, 03:15 PM
it's all working fine with Windows Mango. :mrgreen:

And Ubuntu Snarling Wildebeest. :yes:

NQ6U
05-24-2012, 03:21 PM
Also Mac OS X Widdle Puddy Tat.

NA4BH
05-24-2012, 05:45 PM
"The Island of Misfit Hams statistics" section which was running off my browser page!

I actually miss that part. :cry:

KG4CGC
05-24-2012, 05:52 PM
I actually miss that part. :cry:

Me Too.

NA4BH
05-24-2012, 07:14 PM
Yea, it's back.

W4GPL
05-24-2012, 07:16 PM
That function used to be a 3rd party add on... and they incorporated it into the latest release, so finding the right setting was more difficult than expected. ;) Luke found it.. :yes:

W4GPL
05-28-2012, 09:18 PM
Anyone have a problem with the forum not quoting automatically when you reply with quote? I've had this happen a couple different times but I can't put my finger on what causes it.

KA9MOT
05-28-2012, 11:47 PM
Works great on my crappy LG Optimus S running Android 2.3!

VE7DCW
05-29-2012, 12:06 AM
Anyone have a problem with the forum not quoting automatically when you reply with quote? I've had this happen a couple different times but I can't put my finger on what causes it.


Yes ...... i've had it happen to me...... and interestingly will then show my post as a "preview" ......but will not allow it to post,because there will be no "post" button to click!
It's happened to me 3 times,but i've not seen that bug in a couple of days :-|

KB3LAZ
05-30-2012, 07:22 AM
Anyone have a problem with the forum not quoting automatically when you reply with quote? I've had this happen a couple different times but I can't put my finger on what causes it.

Nope, or at least not that I have noticed.

W4GPL
06-07-2012, 10:45 PM
Minor upgrade. It fixed a security issue, no features changed. Let me know if you have any issues.

NA4BH
06-07-2012, 10:48 PM
Let me know if you have any issues.

Finding a comfortable pair of shoes. I mean WTF is up with that?

W4GPL
06-07-2012, 10:50 PM
Finding a comfortable pair of shoes. I mean WTF is up with that?I hear you. Is it possible to become flat footed as you get older? I think I have..

NQ6U
06-07-2012, 10:59 PM
I hear you. Is it possible to become flat footed as you get older? I think I have..

Yes—it's happening to me too. I already have big feet, now they're getting even wider. It's damned near impossible for me to find comfortable shoes.

But, shouldn't we be taking this to 80m?

W4GPL
06-07-2012, 11:00 PM
But.. but.. you're REALLY old, I'm just kinda old. I'm doomed. ;)

I'd run out to the car and throw on the 75m hamstick, but I don't like to go out after dark. And get off my lawn.

KG4CGC
06-07-2012, 11:01 PM
Your ears and nose will continue to grow as well. Meanwhile, your ....

KA9MOT
06-07-2012, 11:08 PM
Your ears and nose will continue to grow as well. Meanwhile, your ....

Yes, your........ :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

WØTKX
06-07-2012, 11:09 PM
Custom arch supports and EEE’s for me.

No issues with the upgrades.

KB3LAZ
06-08-2012, 05:14 AM
I hear you. Is it possible to become flat footed as you get older? I think I have..

I have always been rather flatfooted. Not 100% flat but pretty close. My feet often hurt and to make matters worse I wear Vans so they have no arch support at all for what little arch I do have. Yes, that is my own stupidity.

kf0rt
06-08-2012, 07:23 AM
Custom arch supports and EEE’s for me.

No issues with the upgrades.

You sure you're not putting those on sideways? :lol:

Nothing but sandals here. White socks, too. It's my contribution to hamdom. :yes:

WØTKX
06-08-2012, 07:24 AM
OIC. I figgered you for Birkies with argyle. :neener:

I've become a Crocs with anklets advocate. ;)

kf0rt
06-08-2012, 07:50 AM
OIC. I figgered you for Birkies with argyle. :neener:

I've become a Crocs with anklets advocate. ;)

I've always wanted a pair of Crocs, but my fashion advisor tells me they're the only thing worse than sandals and socks.

Anklets, though...? Isn't that a bit over the top?

WØTKX
06-08-2012, 08:08 AM
No, they have short tops. That's the point. ;)

VE7DCW
06-18-2012, 10:57 PM
Geeeeeez ......what the hell has happened.... I can no longer access the smilies list!!! .... by going into the advanced post mode,most of the time i'm not even able to post a smilie .....oh the humanity!! :irked:

.....hmmmm was able to post a a rare smilie this time..... but I still can't access the full smilie window..... :ugh:

KG4CGC
06-18-2012, 10:59 PM
Geeeeeez ......what the hell has happened.... I can no longer access the smilies list!!! .... by going into the advanced post mode,most of the time i'm not even able to post a smilie .....oh the humanity!! :irked:

.....hmmmm was able to post a a rare smilie this time..... but I still can't access the full smilie window..... :ugh:

Go advanced.

VE7DCW
06-18-2012, 11:09 PM
Go advanced.

I go advanced and the clickable button for the smilies list i've since found out is hidden behind one of the smilies in the regular list .....**GASP* :anyone:

KG4CGC
06-18-2012, 11:11 PM
I go advanced and the clickable button for the smilies list i've since found out is hidden behind one of the smilies in the regular list .....**GASP* :anyone:

Zoom out. If your browser is zoomed in too much, the buttons start hiding.

K7SGJ
06-19-2012, 09:55 AM
Geeeeeez ......what the hell has happened.... I can no longer access the smilies list!!! .... by going into the advanced post mode,most of the time i'm not even able to post a smilie .....oh the humanity!! :irked:

.....hmmmm was able to post a a rare smilie this time..... but I still can't access the full smilie window..... :ugh:

It only works when you type something humorous, or at the very least, jocular.

K7SGJ
06-19-2012, 09:58 AM
Yes—it's happening to me too. I already have big feet, now they're getting even wider. It's damned near impossible for me to find comfortable shoes.

But, shouldn't we be taking this to 80m?


Yeah, but put you behind a boat, throw you a rope, yell "HIT IT", and off you go.

VE7DCW
06-19-2012, 10:51 AM
It only works when you type something humorous, or at the very least, jocular.

Well ....that says alot about my postings anyways! ....

:wiggle: