Cloud enthusiasts – something to think about.

[Joseph W. bourke]

Tom –

What’s with all the doom and gloom here, when we don’t even know what Adobe’s future policies will be. You’re suddenly turning into an Adobe basher. Now I use and love Adobe software, and I know nothing about their future corporate policies, but I generally wait until there are facts in front of me to start complaining…

Joe Bourke
Owner/Creative Director
Bourke Media
http://www.bourkemedia.com

[Tom Daigon]

Sorry Joe, no bashing here. Just the facts as they stand now and a little speculation of the future.

Now is the time to let Adobe know how we feel about this current policy. Not tomorrow.

The Cloud is here now. The first 2 prices I quoted are real.
Anyone with cable tv sees the strong possibility of the price hikes.

If you want to wait until they tell you what your choices are fine. I would like the rest of us to influence the decision they make about perpetual licensing right now.Its called being proactive 😀

Tom Daigon
PrP / After Effects Editor
http://www.hdshotsandcuts.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxPrG3WUyz8
(Best viewed at 1080P and full screen)
HP Z820 Dual 2687
64GB ram
Dulce DQg2 16TB raid

[Wilbert Thomas]

I agree with Joesph, Tom. Stop worrying so much, if the price jumps up so be it. People who think its worth it will keep it, others who don’t will cancel the service and move on to a different software. Life goes on.

Also, I had the introductory price of $29.99 for a year now, and Adobe graciously extended my $29.99 for another year instead of going up to $49.99.

Will Thomas
SpaceCherryFilms.com

[Tom Daigon]

With all due respect Wilbert,if you want to be suckered into the scam known as the cloud that is your misfortune. (If you like that, I have a car lease your gonna love) 😀

I chose to educate folks on its pitfalls and the better alternative that the perpetual license affords us.

Then more folks will let Adobe know they prefer it and insure the avoidance of its demise.

Tom Daigon
PrP / After Effects Editor
http://www.hdshotsandcuts.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxPrG3WUyz8
(Best viewed at 1080P and full screen)
HP Z820 Dual 2687
64GB ram
Dulce DQg2 16TB raid

[Joseph W. bourke]

Tom –

“this current policy” is absolutely meaningless! You haven’t the foggiest idea what “this current policy” is. As you said, you’re speculating; not a good thing when you’re trying to look like a Moderator on this forum…leave that to the trolls…

Joe Bourke
Owner/Creative Director
Bourke Media
http://www.bourkemedia.com

[Wilbert Thomas]

Also if Adobe learns from Apple mistakes they will not do something so stupid otherwise there will be a massive Exodus to another software.

Will Thomas
SpaceCherryFilms.com

[Joseph W. bourke]

Will –

Adobe is not only learning from Apple’s mistakes…they’re profiting from them…

Joe Bourke
Owner/Creative Director
Bourke Media
http://www.bourkemedia.com

[Tom Daigon]

Maybe…maybe not.

Many folks think the Cloud is great and dont see the need for the perpetual license alternative. That is why I present the current facts as I see them at the moment. Its up to everyone to do what they want. Being informed can help make the right decision for your own situation.

Tom Daigon
PrP / After Effects Editor
http://www.hdshotsandcuts.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxPrG3WUyz8
(Best viewed at 1080P and full screen)
HP Z820 Dual 2687
64GB ram
Dulce DQg2 16TB raid

[Joseph W. bourke]

Wow, Tom –

I guess having your picture on the masthead is going to your head. How about some useful discussion instead of fruitless speculation and rumor mongering? :>)

Joe Bourke
Owner/Creative Director
Bourke Media
http://www.bourkemedia.com

[Wilbert Thomas]

No one here is trying to convince you to use Creative Cloud. The fact that Adobe is still selling perpetual versions means they understand your concerns. I’m not going to argue with you about it, because its pointless. If factually information comes out about a possible price increases to $79.99 or more (per a month) then I’ll revisit this conversation. Until then I’m going to enjoy the good work Adobe is doing.

Will Thomas
SpaceCherryFilms.com