OhItsStefan Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 I think I'll hold off on updating until more information about the recent acquisition is made public. An update right the day after the announcement that has everyone worried? No, thanks. appaulmac, JGD, mopperle and 4 others 4 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mopperle Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 49 minutes ago, OhItsStefan said: I think I'll hold off on updating until more information about the recent acquisition is made public. An update right the day after the announcement that has everyone worried? No, thanks. That there will be an update to version 2.4.1 was announced a while ago in combination with various bugs. Should this update have been postponed for a week or a month or a year? So what exactly is your problem? Cealcrest 1 Quote Regards, Otto Affinity Suite v2.4 - Windows 11 Pro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
albertkinng Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 2 hours ago, OhItsStefan said: An update right the day after the announcement that has everyone worried? Clearly, the new boss is paving the way for newcomers. Many Canva users are unfamiliar with Affinity, so they require tutorials to grasp how to use a professional design app. Step by step, my friend—step by step. jmwellborn, Cealcrest, Affinityconfusesme and 2 others 5 Quote See my comics: dearmascomics.com Heard my Radio Show: mimegaradio.com Ask for my services: albertkinng.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B064RT Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 please don't be another adobe I'm gonna stop updating at least till June.... albertkinng 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
albertkinng Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 13 hours ago, B064RT said: please don't be another adobe Affinity has posted a four-point pledge promising that nothing will change. This statement is quite vague and can be interpreted in various ways. For instance, if they claim that Affinity apps will always be offered with a one-time payment, this might give rise to "Affinity Classic" apps that adhere to this business model, while new applications—hypothetically named "Canva Designer," "Canva Photo," and "Canva Publisher"—could adopt a subscription-based model instead. We should approach these promises cautiously. Now that the deal is complete and Affinity has been acquired by Canva, it's inevitable that Canva will eventually advance their corporate strategy through this new acquisition. Even Affinity's executives may be uncertain about the new ownership's intentions. I have witnessed the repercussions of major corporate acquisitions, such as CBS Radio purchasing a communications business in Tampa Bay and Univision acquiring a TV network in Orlando, Florida. In both instances, within six months, over 200 employees were let go, departments dissolved, projects merged, and products streamlined for increased profitability. Ultimately, none retained their original identity; even senior managers were left in the dark about the eventual outcomes. It's reasonable to anticipate that we'll ultimately see three applications inspired by Affinity's original suite, but now enhanced with collaborative and AI features, and offered to us at an annual loyalty price. The choice to stay with Canva's new productivity lineup will be ours to make. Let's savor the final moments of what we once knew. For me, those were ten years filled with exceptional applications and a vibrant community. Now, I must take a deep breath, brace myself, and await what's to come. Quote See my comics: dearmascomics.com Heard my Radio Show: mimegaradio.com Ask for my services: albertkinng.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Staff Patrick Connor Posted March 28 Staff Share Posted March 28 @OhItsStefan, @mopperle, @B064RT & @albertkinng I have split these posts from the announcement so that thread does not go any further off topic, but you are not following this new thread so I am using the @ to tell you so you don't think they were deleted (also @B064RT I love your username) B064RT and albertkinng 1 1 Quote Patrick Connor Serif Europe Ltd Latest V2 releases on each platform Help make our apps better by joining our beta program! "There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow man. True nobility lies in being superior to your previous self." W. L. Sheldon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
albertkinng Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 1 hour ago, Patrick Connor said: so you don't think they were deleted Thank you! I appreciate it. Quote See my comics: dearmascomics.com Heard my Radio Show: mimegaradio.com Ask for my services: albertkinng.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B064RT Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 5 hours ago, Patrick Connor said: @OhItsStefan, @mopperle, @B064RT & @albertkinng I have split these posts from the announcement so that thread does not go any further off topic, but you are not following this new thread so I am using the @ to tell you so you don't think they were deleted (also @B064RT I love your username) Thx a lot... I'm very honoured... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B064RT Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 5 hours ago, albertkinng said: Let's savor the final moments of what we once knew. For me, those were ten years filled with exceptional applications and a vibrant community. Now, I must take a deep breath, brace myself, and await what's to come. Sad but true Hope the best for the affinity team!! albertkinng 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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