When I got to the forum, I very early on got acquainted with the idea of the community policing itself. I went and checked out the thread in question, and it was clear in the first 3 pages that is what was going on. Here is a great example.
OP. I would be willing to review if necessary. Im sure Phil would be willing to review himself.. and he's the better candidate.
until then, I will remain more skeptical than the above replies are.
And a follow up.
YES, I was a guarantee of a real product reviewed by a trusted member.
and most of all, I want PROOF of a product as described BEFORE taking or requesting ANY payment; as well as GUARANTEED shipping/receiving terms; even if its no guarantee or promise whatsoever. at least you would be honest about it.
Just like anyone else out there that is interested, I would want to purchase one: if what you say is true.
Everything else you say means nothing if the product is just a scam or a ruse... because you are simply trying to push a product; that's not being manufactured yet.... you haven't reached a manufacturing agreement even, you haven't sent any review samples out.... it's all hot air and fancy photos.
Do you understand me now?
Look at the history of miners that have been introduced and marketed the same way you are doing it now. Now, look at how many of those "miners" are actually retail/purchasable products OR that have existed at one point..... At most 1 out of 15-20 of them is an actual product now.
Look at how Pandaminer came about and was first introduced to us; and subsequently, what steps they took.
Take note. We are watching. We are willing to purchase if it is worth it.
It may seem like I am being pushy, or harassing you:
What I am really doing is I'm trying to hand you the key to a successful sale; should the product be legitimate. I suggest you be extremely transparent from now on.
I understand the feeling of wanting more to be done to protect people, but you can only put up so many flashing lights, and warnings before people become complacent with the notion of "safe".
Honestly history has also shown us that the scams and scammers will either evolve, or just try the same thing and see what sticks. Regulating the forum further won't make much difference, people just have to stop breathe and make an informed decision, which includes listening to older forum members who have seen these scams in the past.
As far as I'm concerned members provided all the warnings necessary. I'm sorry to hear anyone got taken, but it now has to be a learning experience and used to move forward and help police the community by asking questions and taking statements with a grain of salt.
