Thanks everyone for coming along and building Crrowd with us. If you have any concrete idea for what we could do with Crrowd, let me know. I'm open to selling the whole company, or just the database to a business who could make good use of it, or open sourcing the data to the right project if there is a good one (minus personal data, of course).

@issonyt

2 жыл бұрын

open source the code of the app

@armadillito

2 жыл бұрын

Bit of a long shot, but could you patent the idea of a vetted-crowd-sourced review system? I suspect other industries have seen it done before, though.

@SleepyPossums

2 жыл бұрын

I wonder if Google would be interested in using the database as an extension to their Shopping ecosystem. Could be valuable to see what’s “up and coming”.

@allenabraham7569

2 жыл бұрын

Could you open source the data gathered? I'm sure it'll be helpful to train some models or run some analysis through it

@Mister0Eel

2 жыл бұрын

I think the idea of crowd was amazing, one place where you could find all the review you could want (maybe even for non-tech stuff). Because reviews are too spread out to get a meaningful idea of the product. Where I believe you went wrong is to do only vetted people. I think it would have worked better if it was open to everyone. But you probably already know that. I would love it if you could find a company that has a big enough reach so that it can get to that 1.000.000+ users for it to be sustainable and it would be awesome if it went mainstream!

Shutting down Crrowd is not “bad” news. I care more about your health and your ability to use your good health to make quality content more than I care about you working on so many projects to the detriment of your health. I’m sure the rest of the community will agree. The best content creators enjoy the work they do. You can’t do that if it involves you sacrificing your health. This channel wouldn’t be what it is without YOU! We need you to be in good health. That’s what matters most. Love your work and will continue supporting you ✊🏿

@vicentecancino1857

2 жыл бұрын

Definitely, a Healthy Mind sparks Healthy Routines, which makes content more Authentic and Original, Keep yourself Healthy, and the world'll be brighter!

@SleepyPossums

2 жыл бұрын

Perfectly worded, I agree 100% and wish TechAltar a healthy 2022 and beyond!

@stuartedge5906

2 жыл бұрын

@Belle ♪ 100%

Sad to see you had to leave behind Crrowd, it wasn't really something I was personally interested in but it seemed like a cool project. I know Linus at LTT is looking into getting into reviews of products with the Lab, he might be interested in the database if not the whole app. Otherwise, there is always open sourcing everything, much better than just getting data and code lost.

@armadillito

2 жыл бұрын

I always wondered whether the LTT forum community might provide some of the scale and enthusiasm needed to make Crrowd viable. Adding labs-validated data on a product would be a strong USP. Whatever its future, Crrowd could do with an API to allow its content on a particular product to be displayed elsewhere.

@eIucidate

2 жыл бұрын

Damn, wouldn't it be so wholesome if LTT took Crrowd!

@ddc171

2 жыл бұрын

@@eIucidate unfortunately, business doesn't work by being "wholesome", it works by being profitable

@Hellspooned2

2 жыл бұрын

@@ddc171 But there is no business if it's being shut down, now is there? Also, I'm pretty sure you've heard the term "non-profit". Not everything has to be about profit.

@ddc171

2 жыл бұрын

@@Hellspooned2 but from LTT's perspective, if he doesn't have any incentive to buy it, he won't. There are obviously other things like making Crrowd open source or selling it to a big brand, but it makes no sense for LTT(or anyone) to buy Crrowd if they don't make money from it. Even non-profit organisations make money from donations.

Abandonware would be a fitting theme for an upcoming video. I hope you can open source the Crowd apps and services if that isn't a licensing issue. As for the database it would be worth posting to r/DataHoarder to let someone pick it up or even run a fork of the service.

@GreenBlueWalkthrough

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah maybe even contract out someone to make a simple website to host the data.

So happy to have you here in the Studio! I'm always impressed by your research. Can't wait to see more product reviews! Thanks for the Shoutout 🥳 (R.I.P Crrowd 😢)

@schulz.

2 жыл бұрын

Kilian bester Mann!

Among many KZread channels I am subscribed to, TechAltar and Friday Checkout are among the few whose notification bell I have turned on. Not even LTT or MKBHD have the same treatment as your channels, so keep up the amazing work, Marton! (and take care of your health too) Can't wait to watch TechAltar 3.0!

I loved the idea of Crrowd but could never figure out where it was going in even the medium term. You know yourself that the 'enthusiast' market is only sustainable if you can charge a high price for it. It was a success by plenty of other metrics and you should hold onto that - it sounds like you learned a lot from it.

oh man hearing you talk about the shutting down of crrowd, can hear the sadness in your voice :( but it is probably for the better in the end Technorama is amazing btw

@teejay3082

2 жыл бұрын

down to the last minute :(

Why don’t you sell crowd? But I am exited to see the new content. Can’t wait!

Up for any change as long as it preserves the TechAltar soul. I look forward to your videos every time, and trust me, there is no one else who does tech video essays/analytical videos better than you!

I am looking forward to seeing how this channel grows in the coming years.

"I developed insomnia" That sounds like a cool app "I couldn't sleep anymore" Oh

It is never easy to let a passion project go, but as they say in Chinese: 旧的不去，新的不来. I am pumped for 3.0!! 🥳

@TechAltar

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

@mateowang6570

2 жыл бұрын

Fwiw, that means “(if) the old doesn’t go, the new won’t come”. Feel like the machine translation is missing the “if” that if not taken correctly could change the whole sentence’s meaning lol

Although I'm going to miss crrowd 😭 I'm glad you are making these changes that are going to make my favourite tech channel even better! I wish you all the best!

@ArthursHD

2 жыл бұрын

He could sell it

@Rithesh_NJ

2 жыл бұрын

@@ArthursHD Nah man, it's his baby. Also there's always a slightest of slight chance he might bring it back to life someday, maybe.

Honestly, I'm happy for you. I stayed here for your TechAltrar videos. I'm always happy when you post some kind of an analysis. Let's me learn a lot. Also, I was wondering if when you do a review of a product, you could somehow put it also in context? Industry, where it's going and maybe some brief history? Would add a holistic spin on regular reviews.

Congratulations! Looking forward to your clear and concise insights!

Genuinely excited for the good changes! I know how painful it can be to let go of a project you've put so much for, but I believe you've made a good choice. Kudos!

@TechAltar

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, much appreciated!

Been here for a long time, hopefully will be here watching you grow even more

The sadness in your voice made me cry. As a developer I'm still impressed with Crrowd

@TechAltar

2 жыл бұрын

Happy to hear! Maybe next time

looking forward to whats coming next! Your content is really fun and unique. you are def one of my favourite tech youtuber. Keep it up

Thanks for all of the great content, looking forward to TechAltar 3.0

Love your work man 👍. Glad you have figured out ways forward and growth path. Good luck.

I think you and your channel(s) are great, and I’m glad you’re making decisions and taking actions to look after your health and wellbeing more than anything, and that it’s giving you the energy and excitement to focus on the projects that are closest to your heart. You have a really unique voice (I actually meant this in terms of your insight/perspective/way of presenting deep dives, but the same could also be true of your actual voice 😄 You’re the only Hungarian creator I follow on KZread at least), and all your videos are fascinating, even if I didn’t think I was interested in the topic in general. That’s it - this just seemed like a good time to leave you my unsolicited review, and to wish you all the best 🥰

@TechAltar

2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate it, thanks!

Super cool to hear you share about your learnings and thought process! I look forward to even more Tech Altar and Friday checkout content.

Could you make Crrowd FOSS so the community can pick it up? I'm sure there's someone out there willing to keep it going!

@jozewsqwe435

2 жыл бұрын

He is looking for profits. and making the app FOSS is not gonna give any money

@StiekemeHenk

2 жыл бұрын

@@jozewsqwe435 that's setting it quite black and white while it is not.

Great to hear you are changing and evolving, keep doing what you do, all the best!

Cheer up, pal! You have done a fantastic job! I stumbled upon this channel in 2017, and your videos have always been insightful and informative. I am honestly happy to see that this channel has grown and transformed over the years, one video at a time. Keep the videos coming!

More power to you! Will love and support your journey in every way possible :)

Been following you since there were hardly 20k subscribers, even though my youtube IDs changed through the years, so to see you grow gives me a sense of pride that I can't really explain. This is one of the few youtube channels I actually bother to comment on and I can see all the hard work you put into these videos. I will definitely miss Crowd, especially the weekly tech quizzes, but I just wanted to thank you for all your insightful videos. I wait for them eagerly and it always brings a smile to my face to see the notification show you have uploaded something new. Fingers crossed and hoping Tech Altar keeps going on and on forever

Hey do what ever you need to man! Have always loved tech alter and am excited for the future here!

Genuinely one of the best channels on KZread. You have some of the most unique and engaging content and I'm excited to see what the future holds. Thanks for being so open

Well done man! You've always been a genious and really authentic. Looking up to you!

Inspiring story, so great to see you re-focus to your liking, which in the end only benefits us all. And yes enjoyed the ride and looking forward to many more rides!

Happy Wednesday. Best wishes for this new beginning. You are one of the most smart people I know and I love the quality you put in your videos and projects. I am glad that now you can live better, taking back the personal time.

All the best Martin! Here since day 1, I think. And it has been amazing to see you grow like this. More power to you!

Happy to hear that you're re-focusing your projects for the sake of your health. TA has always been insightful to me due to the in-depth research you do. Always thought the 'entry' requirements for Crrowd was an excellent move for an app soliciting reviews on something. Annoying if you don't score well enough, but it helps ensure the quality of the reviews in the app.

Been here for quite a long time. Can't wait to see you grow even more along with your future team etc! Have a brilliant day and Happy Mental Health Month! Stay Safe. Stay Hydrated.

This is definitely going to be healthier way forward for you. With some life balance we can hope to see plenty more quality content. Cheers.

One thing that should never change is the background music. It's awesome and totally unique to your channel. It's a huge part of the techaltar brand. Really excited for your new projects, best of luck.

You are doing an amazing work. Keep it up. Its okay that CRROWD is no more, atleast you learned how to build an app from the scratch and this experience will always be handy in future. Waiting for more content. More Power to you! All the best.

You're one of my absolute favorite creators and I think the step you took was more than right. Sad for crowd, especially given the fact that online reviews on any other platform suck but your mental and physical well-being is much more important! All the best moving forward and keep bringing joy to thousands of people!

Tough but good decisions all around. Really look forward to seeing more content!

Hello from the Philippines! Been here since the Lumia 950 days (RIP Continuum). Excited for the next chapter of your channel!

Congratulations on your growth and look forward to your continued success

Best of luck for all of endeavours man. 👍

Congratulations on realigning your focus. We are looking forward to more quality content from you and the team.

Hi Marton, that's more than alright. Sound like a positive change. I'm sticking around and I'm looking forward to TA3.0!

Marton, thank you for all your content and hard work. Burn out sucks and I'm sorry that happened. That being said, I'm looking forward to Tech Alter 3.0 and the new developments in Nebula :) Take care!!

Moderat t-shirt! Awesome, looking forward to new album.

Full support to you man. Take care of yourself

Love your channel. Well explained decision.

Good luck with all forthcoming !

Loved the channel when I started watching your videos 5 years ago, (TSB ep.2 "Why are Chinese Smartphone Brands Winning" if you must know), a enjoy it more and more as time goes on. Glad to hear you are approaching this with a new set of eyes and a new appreciation for what you value, and what your audience values. Take care of your health. As someone who has suffered insomnia for over 6 years now, I know the toll on the quality of life it can take, and how persistent it can be. Stay healthy, happy, and productive Marton!

@TechAltar

2 жыл бұрын

Welcome along for the long ride!

Proud of all the work you have been doing! Please keep doing what you can, and we will be here with you.

Sounds good mate, keep on going I like your stuff

I think TechAltar deserved my subscription because of the calm and crisp explanation of tech-related news. No fancy animation robots, no dropping things, no cursing and a global view of the tech space rather than being confined to the US. With that in mind, I worry that the channel would pursue theatrics to garner more views. After all, those criteria are how we define "better" videos nowadays. At the end of the day, the channel ranks much lower in priority to anyone's health and well-being. I hope you strike the perfect balance between work and play to live a happy and healthy life. Time is all we've got.

Good for you for making the right choice for you and your health. Broke my heart a bit hearing you talk about your insomnia. You do great work. Thank you. Looking forward to seeing the creativity that comes from this new phase.

Why couldn’t you sell crowd instead of shutting it down

@con.doriano5008

2 жыл бұрын

Yes

@TechAltar

2 жыл бұрын

I'll sell it if you show me a good buyer :)

@C.A.1247

2 жыл бұрын

@@TechAltar Höhle der Löwen… 😁

@laszlosteiner

2 жыл бұрын

he explained in detail why it's not a profitable business model

@bazil4146

2 жыл бұрын

@@TechAltar oh, you couldn’t find a good buyer

Stay strong man Good luck for the future

BRO, I LIKE YOUR VIDEOS AND THE QUALITY OF CONTENT YOU EXPLAIN IN THEM AND MOST IMPORTANTLY YOUR TIMING 2 VIDEOS A MONTH .I ENJOY WATCHING YOUR VIDEOS AND WISH YOU ALL THE BEST .

I'm going to miss the tech quizzes a lot. They were the primary reason why I got the crrowd app. Good luck with all your ventures from here on.

Loving your tshirt, and now they tour again!

the best tech yt channel, keep up the great work!

I’ve been watching your content for so long that I’ve forgotten what its like to not watch your content lol. So whatever feels right for you do it because you already have an amazing track record and whatever you do I look forward to it. 👌

You're really one of the best reviewers in the industry. I enjoy your business perspective.

Congratulations on great content and l feel for you as you had to shut down crowd ,even though I could never quiet get in . Well done and good luck in the future and I'm am looking forward to seeing your excellent content.

Wow! What an honest and truthful video. Soldier on and good luck!

Your analysis from the business angle of the international tech industry is unrivalled. You have something new and unique to give in your knowledge, and your channels are so special. Good luck with your endeavours!

First things first. I’ve been subbed for god knows how many with a few KZread accounts, great work as always! I never used crowd, but maybe an idea to keep it going is treat like Wikipedia or rtings or even lustre. They’re free, some are more reliable than people give them credit for. That carefully selected crowd you already have, let them be the only reviewers on the app. I never write reviews, but god knows when I want to buy something I read and watch reviews everywhere, the more different insights into something, usually gives the buyer a better idea. So maybe by making expanding the audience and then dishing out ads to a greater audience with only people that pass through the review process can actually contribute, could help keeping your passion project alive? Edit: the quizzes are a fun idea, but as you said, just takes a lot of time. Keep the review and upcoming database side. Whatever you choose, we’ll support you!

I loved your intro from march 2019. To me it blended the best with the intro.

Thank you for the Patch Notes. Excited for the balance changes. I keep staring at your tshirt's face instead of your face haha.

I'm sad but also happy to see how you're doing and excited to see more KZread content from you. Take care of your mental state as that's the most important thing being self-employed.

Marton - I very much respect and appreciate your work, particularly your insight into tech business and trends. It is refreshing to have content beyond the standard and repetitive device reviews. Your disappointment in shutting down Crrowd is obvious, but I expect it to be a springboard to a more balanced life that continues to both challenge and fulfill you. I look forward to watching your content. Take care.

@TechAltar

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate it!

You should make a video of how you started the app and all the difficulties and tasks associated with it. It should make an entertaining video and quite educational for anyone who wants to do a startup.

loved the live session. Want to see more live videos on your channels.

Fully understandable, best of luck with upgrading your remaining endeavours.

Thanks for your content and channels.

Good for you. Although it’s sad to see Crrowd go, as I never even got to try it, your health is way more important and if it’s not meant to be, then that’s OK. Also with you experimenting, I got to say, I really like the concept you have with Charter: short, dense, informative, sleek.

Good luck with all the future plans

Goodluck on everything!

I do hope you get some much deserved rest and care and all you need for your mental health. Looking forward to bigger things from you.

I saw your video half way and I could feel your sadness in your voice! I’m sorry that you have to shut crowd down, I’ve been in a similar position before, I know how hard it is :(

@TechAltar

2 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated!

Hi, congrats on TechAltar3.0 maybe a Nebula class on research methods could be an interesting one

Was it really 2018! Man time flies too fast. I have been long following your channel, wish you all the best in your choices

thank You forcontinuing to provide Tech insights. Also, try to take an actual summer vacation !!!

While its sad to hear about crrowd shutting down, I wish you all the best for your future ideas and projects! You really put a lot of effort in and got amazing results PLUS you learned a lot, so I think it's still a huge net positive, even if crrowd is no more. :) Also, its a huge W to see you taking care of yourself and listening to your gut about what's healthy for you and what isn't! Can't stress it enough! I'm very excited for the future!

This is even more sad than the ipod news yesterday. Keep doing what you do best! ❤

I’m very happy and proud of you man. Very looking forward to TechAltar 3.0

please more charter videos - loved the last/first one!

@TechAltar

2 жыл бұрын

Happy to hear!

You're damn good at making videos, so while it's sad to see Crrowd gone, I think you're good. Godspeed.

It sounds to me like you grew IMMENSELY from your experience running Crrowd. I unfortunately was never able to participate as I don't own a current Android device but it sounded so fun and I was so envious of those who could join in! It's a valuable experience and sometimes failure leads us to greater things! Don't beat yourself up, it was a good project and you can now say you built an app on your CV! Do you have any idea how incredibly hard that is? Only 1% of earth's population is even in this sphere in a building/coding/managing capacity. That's a big deal, man. Give yourself more credit

i'm somewhat curious if open sourcing is beneficial if at all feasible for the crrowd app, but i also know that is that not a simple task. looking forward to techaltar 3.0

Looking forward to what 3.0 will bring!

Hey, sorry to hear about your difficult decisions but sounds like a good path and I'm happy for you. When you previously asked if people would like to see you build your new PC, I was one of the many who replied 'yes' - but I have been very busy over the past few months and haven't see the PC Build Livestream. I've searched here and Nebula but can't find it. Can you point me in the right direction? Good luck with 3.0 ;o)

Congratulations Marton, wishing you the best going forward.

I never really got into Crowd so I'm not disappointed in its loss. I think you are moving in the right direction. Best of luck with all of it.

Good luck! You are easily one of the best content creators in the tech industry.

I built up a schedule around doing the weekly quizzes every Friday and I'm sad to see them go, but it's understandable.

i really like your 2 channels keep up bro !

@TheRaph290

2 жыл бұрын

its just a bot sad that the app dies before i heve time to get an android phone

You are one of the only reasons I have nebula. I'm looking forward to more there