#Announcement - Changes to the Review Program pt.01 (Ideas for the future direction)

Contributor: PropertyOfPotter PropertyOfPotter
I think a fair solution would be to assign one DR assignment, and one push assignment for each new item. That way, no one is requesting (it's a fun surprise if you receive one!), but there are two reviews on every product. This would make it so that there are two opinions available before anyone does a buyout on it. I think that would be a great solution. Two reviews, possibly differing opinions, and you don't have to worry about the hassles associated with trying to request anything.
03/27/2013
Contributor: Carrie Ann Carrie Ann
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Originally posted by Ryuson
I actually have an interesting idea; how about increasing the DR program from one review to two? That way only very qualified people get to review products for free, and they're pushed at the admins discretion, but you still would give people ... more
It is likely that we won't be doing free video review assignments anymore, other than occasional push assignments.

Since nothing is set in stone at the moment, however, I can't really say what the final result will be for videos. You guys will find out as we do, though!
03/27/2013
Contributor: Lildrummrgurl7 Lildrummrgurl7
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Originally posted by PropertyOfPotter
I think a fair solution would be to assign one DR assignment, and one push assignment for each new item. That way, no one is requesting (it's a fun surprise if you receive one!), but there are two reviews on every product. This would make it so ... more
I'd just like to jump in and say this is a fantastic idea! I usually wait until there are a few reviews before I buy a product I'm iffy about and sometimes the DR isn't enough.
03/27/2013
Contributor: Ryuson Ryuson
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Originally posted by Carrie Ann
It is likely that we won't be doing free video review assignments anymore, other than occasional push assignments.

Since nothing is set in stone at the moment, however, I can't really say what the final result will be for videos. You ... more
Oh no! But... But... I shouldn't have waited so long to request my last one! I understand that they may not pay off sometimes, though, and it was great while it lasted.

I agree that a DR and a push may work better than 2 DR assignments like I suggested. That way you could have a very clinical look at the toy and a more subjective look at the toy.
03/27/2013
Contributor: charmedtomeetyou charmedtomeetyou
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Originally posted by Ryuson
I actually have an interesting idea; how about increasing the DR program from one review to two? That way only very qualified people get to review products for free, and they're pushed at the admins discretion, but you still would give people ... more
Love it!
03/27/2013
Contributor: charmedtomeetyou charmedtomeetyou
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Originally posted by PropertyOfPotter
I think a fair solution would be to assign one DR assignment, and one push assignment for each new item. That way, no one is requesting (it's a fun surprise if you receive one!), but there are two reviews on every product. This would make it so ... more
Also a great idea! And it would be a fun surprise and there would be no constant reviewer requests to reject. Admins could simply assign the new items to two people (one DR, one non) and let those reviews help people decide to try the product or not.
03/27/2013
Contributor: Silverwinds Silverwinds
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Originally posted by Britt&Rich
I LOVE the idea of getting more points for reviews. I personally take quite a bit of time writing my reviews, taking pictures, trying to be as thorough as possible so getting more reward for that makes me happy.

For me this is probably going ... more
I'm in the exact same boat as you. I found this place during the middle of February, and now, people have to pull me off the computer to get me away from Eden. I've only written 2 reviews, but I'm working on a whole bunch more for products I have bought. The time-in-community thing makes sense to me, and I would enjoy the challenge of working my way up, but I'm weird and I know that's not something everyone will be happy with.

As for the banishment of free assignments, I'm not an advanced review (YET!) so yeah, umm. Kay! But really, from what I've ready of the troubles of trying to find available products, I'd say good riddance! Plus the deeper discount buyout idea would make it where the people who want to try out butt plugs get butt plugs, and those of us who enjoy, say, blindfolds get to review blindfolds. I feel like this will actually provide more quality reviews to be honest. Or maybe that's just me. But anyway, good idea is good
03/27/2013
Contributor: kaylajoy89 kaylajoy89
i think it's a good idea. i put a lot of work into my reviews and more points seems fair. more points plus bigger discount will make it easier for me to get items to review.
03/27/2013
Contributor: indiglo indiglo
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Originally posted by Carrie Ann
It is likely that we won't be doing free video review assignments anymore, other than occasional push assignments.

Since nothing is set in stone at the moment, however, I can't really say what the final result will be for videos. You ... more
This sounds like a step in the right direction too, tbh. I imagine the Video Review Program is growing by leaps and bounds as well, and tbh I see a lot of videos that don't really meet the criteria that is asked for. Shrinking the program would fix that.

Guess I better hurry up and get my remaining video assignments finished up!
03/27/2013
Contributor: Britt&Rich Britt&Rich
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Originally posted by PropertyOfPotter
I think a fair solution would be to assign one DR assignment, and one push assignment for each new item. That way, no one is requesting (it's a fun surprise if you receive one!), but there are two reviews on every product. This would make it so ... more
I love this idea!
03/27/2013
Contributor: ShadowedSeductress ShadowedSeductress
I totally love this idea so much!

I do have one concern though. Would the buyout assignments be limited to 1 a month like our free assignment now? I really love being able to get more than one buyout a month now and would love it to stay that way. Personally I know I'd be spending a lot less money here if I could only do one a month.

Also, would we still be able to do them on any product? Like right now I have a buyout for the MiMi which has 73 reviews. Would we only be able to do them on products with a small amount of reviews? I feel that would also greatly limit the products available to review.
03/27/2013
Contributor: PeaceToTheMiddleEast PeaceToTheMiddleEast
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Originally posted by Carrie Ann
It is likely that we won't be doing free video review assignments anymore, other than occasional push assignments.

Since nothing is set in stone at the moment, however, I can't really say what the final result will be for videos. You ... more
Aww that would bite. It took me a long time do one but when I finally did I enjoy them. I have not done them on every product I have either only some. Maybe limit how many we can do again and lower the points a little bit. I really don't see anything wrong with this area. I think the videos are helpful.
03/27/2013
Contributor: PeaceToTheMiddleEast PeaceToTheMiddleEast
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Originally posted by PropertyOfPotter
I think a fair solution would be to assign one DR assignment, and one push assignment for each new item. That way, no one is requesting (it's a fun surprise if you receive one!), but there are two reviews on every product. This would make it so ... more
I like your idea on this. I won't get anything unless I have seen a couple reviews on items as well. DR's just don't cute it sometimes.
03/27/2013
Contributor: PropertyOfPotter PropertyOfPotter
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Originally posted by PeaceToTheMiddleEast
Aww that would bite. It took me a long time do one but when I finally did I enjoy them. I have not done them on every product I have either only some. Maybe limit how many we can do again and lower the points a little bit. I really don't see ... more
I think she's saying that they're no longer going to be doing assigned video reviews any longer. You can still do regular video reviews though. Someone feel free to correct me if I'm wrong!
03/27/2013
Contributor: PeaceToTheMiddleEast PeaceToTheMiddleEast
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Originally posted by PropertyOfPotter
I think she's saying that they're no longer going to be doing assigned video reviews any longer. You can still do regular video reviews though. Someone feel free to correct me if I'm wrong!
I have never got a assigned video review before. I hope the regular ones stay. Yes it would be good to know what you mean.
03/27/2013
Contributor: PropertyOfPotter PropertyOfPotter
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Originally posted by PeaceToTheMiddleEast
I have never got a assigned video review before. I hope the regular ones stay. Yes it would be good to know what you mean.
There was an assigned video program where you received a free product in exchange for a text and video review. On top of the free item, you also received 2500 points. I believe Carrie Ann was saying that they're doing away with the assigned video program, and are just sticking with the regular video reviews done on items you receive on your own or as buyout assignments, etc.
03/27/2013
Contributor: Ryuson Ryuson
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Originally posted by PropertyOfPotter
There was an assigned video program where you received a free product in exchange for a text and video review. On top of the free item, you also received 2500 points. I believe Carrie Ann was saying that they're doing away with the assigned ... more
That's what it sounded like to me, too. While I did enjoy the extra free product a month, doing away with it at the same time as the monthly free product makes sense since they were pretty similar as far as price and the program goes.
03/27/2013
Contributor: TheNaughtyKitchenWitch TheNaughtyKitchenWitch
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Originally posted by PropertyOfPotter
The rules for free assignments regarding lingerie has changed. See here: #Announcement - Changes for Lingerie Assignments
Wow! I think I will no longer take part in the program then, Like I stated above, being the odd size I am, I have a very hard time buying lingerie, and unless I get a good discount on lingerie, I wont buy it. I am very disappointed right now!
03/27/2013
Contributor: TheNaughtyKitchenWitch TheNaughtyKitchenWitch
And I understand how bad of a bad sport I sound, but I have bought lingerie in the past and had to throw it out because it was either such bad quality that I couldnt even pass it off on anyone or the size was so untrue, I am so disappointed right now! First EF does away with the blogger program(Which I LOVED being a part of) and now they are taking away the Free assignments, I am so glad I scored the last piece of lingerie! I really had a blast taking part in it, I will say I might still participate, but it wont be monthly like I have been, I simply dont have the extra funds to do so
03/27/2013
Contributor: DirtyAngel7 DirtyAngel7
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Originally posted by Gary
Alright, please read carefully. We are NOT going to be eliminating the Review Program. I repeat, we are NOT going to be eliminating the Review Program. (For those of you who get panicky) However at this point the program does need a major overhaul. ... more
I really do miss the old point system. But, it's really nice to have an incentive to buy and review with a "drastic increase" in review points as well as buyout percentages. I understand the predicament and won't hold anything against Eden Fantasys. Thank you for the update!
03/27/2013
Contributor: Ms. N Ms. N
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Originally posted by TheNaughtyKitchenWitch
And I understand how bad of a bad sport I sound, but I have bought lingerie in the past and had to throw it out because it was either such bad quality that I couldnt even pass it off on anyone or the size was so untrue, I am so disappointed right ... more
To be fair, Eden does have a very generous return policy. If you get a piece of lingerie that doesn't suit you for whatever reason, you can return it for a refund or exchange within 60 days of shipment!
03/27/2013
Contributor: Ms. N Ms. N
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Originally posted by TheNaughtyKitchenWitch
And I understand how bad of a bad sport I sound, but I have bought lingerie in the past and had to throw it out because it was either such bad quality that I couldnt even pass it off on anyone or the size was so untrue, I am so disappointed right ... more
Oops...sorry, double posted!
03/27/2013
Contributor: catgirl9 catgirl9
I think it sounds like a great idea! I don't do the free reviews because it's so hard to find a product, but I do like the buyouts. Love the idea.
03/27/2013
Contributor: Lovely Jubblies Lovely Jubblies
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Originally posted by catgirl9
I think it sounds like a great idea! I don't do the free reviews because it's so hard to find a product, but I do like the buyouts. Love the idea.
If you do the buyouts, don't you have to review them?
03/27/2013
Contributor: Carrie Ann Carrie Ann
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Originally posted by PropertyOfPotter
I think she's saying that they're no longer going to be doing assigned video reviews any longer. You can still do regular video reviews though. Someone feel free to correct me if I'm wrong!
You are correct
03/27/2013
Contributor: Lovely Jubblies Lovely Jubblies
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Originally posted by Lovely Jubblies
If you do the buyouts, don't you have to review them?
My bad, I thought you wrote "I don't do the reviews". Sorry!
03/27/2013
Contributor: Bme Bme
The discount idea is a good one. Getting a free assignment was too hard anyway.
03/27/2013
Contributor: hillys hillys
would we still be able to review any product we already own if we really want to share our opinion on it? (or do a mini review just talking about personal comments for less points?)
03/27/2013
Contributor: Zombirella Zombirella
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Originally posted by Britt&Rich
I LOVE the idea of getting more points for reviews. I personally take quite a bit of time writing my reviews, taking pictures, trying to be as thorough as possible so getting more reward for that makes me happy.

For me this is probably going ... more
I fail to see how a new system would be "punishing".....
03/27/2013
Contributor: PassionCpl PassionCpl
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Originally posted by hillys
would we still be able to review any product we already own if we really want to share our opinion on it? (or do a mini review just talking about personal comments for less points?)
Most of our reviews are of things we've already bought at full price but like enough to want to share info about them. I can't see why that would be any different after the Review Program changes
03/27/2013