On Apr 22, 2010, at 9:50 AM, Simon wrote: > http://www.opencandy.com > > http://techcrunch.com/2010/04/21/opencandy-raises-5-million-series-b-for-bundled-software-you-might-actually-want/ > > For Windows only at the moment, an interesting way to cross-sell apps > during the installation process. >
Ads in the installer? This is not interesting it is disgusting. Not only would I not install any "suggestions" - I would foresee this as an indicator that the app is incomplete and nothing more than a vehicle for more ads and more incomplete software. I would immediately delete and never even run your app and then I would go tell all my friends to save their money. I don't know how to say this any clearer: I'm not running (or installing) your app to go shopping. If you force me to go shopping anyway you've lost a sale forever. I am never going to buy an app based on a two sentence "recommendation" in a dialog box, nor will I recommend such an app to others. My screen real-estate is not yours to sell. If you intend to show ads on MY screen you will have to rent the space and time from ME. I recommend writing quality apps that do things people want and enjoy if you want to make more money selling software. This kind of gimmick is TACKY. Why is this called "open" anyway? NEVER accept "Open Candy" from strangers! More later, Jack
