jleidel

All, I realize this is a bit off topic, but its still applicable to our Porsche fanaticism. As a fellow owner [928], I decided to start a new web venture specifically geared towards all things Porsche.

Given the recent explosion of rich media [eg, Web 2.0], we've entered an age where web/media space is becoming a serious commodity. As such, I decided to start a rich media site dedicated to videos, pictures and audio surrounding the Porsche habit.

Quite simple, RennTube is the 'YouTube' for Porsche fanatics. Its a free website dedicated to posting your videos, pictures and audio about your Porsche automobile. Users have modest limitations on how many pictures and videos they are permitted to post. As of now, I do not currently limit video uploads and picture uploads are limited to 50 albums of 100 pictures each [5000 images per user].

Its not solely geared toward any specific model's enthusiasts, so I figured I would post in the other forums to get the word out. I've setup groups based on model, Porsche racing-centric and tech-centric content. In the future, I hope to find individuals posting simple "How-To" videos for various technical items. Just like YouTube, RennTube has built-in functionality to post and/or embed your pictures and videos on other sites. [eg, Rennlist]

At the end of the day, the website is 100% free. I fully intend to keep it that way. I'm selling three ad spaces, but only to recoup what can be fairly pricey hosting fees [I have unlimited bandwidth and storage space].

The site graphics are not 100% complete. I'm a systems-programmer, not a Photoshop wiz.... so please be kind in critiquing the banners.

Without further adieu, I give you RennTube
www.renntube.com

Dougs951

Very cool!

JohnKoaWood

Registration is confirmed...

jleidel

Glad you like it. Its getting there.... Enjoy! :-)

theykallmekem

just signed up !! my username is theykallmekem, same as my rennlist name and other forums im part of lol.

thanks for the link to the site, wait till it gets going and more and more people join !!

JohnKoaWood

It called me a hacker..damn it... OH and is the image size restricted to 600x600? or just the avatars?

jleidel

The initial restriction was 600x600. I just increased it 1280x1024. Once I get the scripts hardened in production, I'll probably increase to 2K [1400x1200].

When you upload videos, the site will automatically convert it to 560x420 flash. Eventually, I'd like to push this up to 620x480, but I'd like to ensure things function correctly first.

I'm always open for suggestions, so tell me what you'd like to see

JohnKoaWood

Thanks again... I have a bunch of pics, I believe a few videos, I'll give it a go and see what shakes out...

Cass944

i cant seem to get any videos to actually play.... technical problems?

JohnKoaWood

Also, file size is still limited to 200K... that is an awful low res 1280x1024 pic...

jleidel

Cass944, I haven't heard of any other playback issues. What operating system and browser are you using?

John, just updated the max picture size to 6MB. We'll see how that flies. I have a code drop ready for later today. It should fix several bugs I'm aware of.

Thanks again all!

Darwantae951

Hey, just joined and must've tried to upload before your change to the max size!

jleidel

Just tested a 1280x1024 image and it worked. I also completed my code updates. Should fix a few minor bugs.

ModdedEverything... if you're bored next weekend, head over to the Arlington Convention Center. The 928 club is holding our International 928 Convention. We have cars coming in from all over the US and Canada. Folks coming in from as far away as Australia. Should be a real hoot.

Darwantae951

I would absolutely LOVE to!...but if I did, I'd definately get the "Farthest distance award" for traveling all the way from Iraq!

loxner

Looks cool, I'll register tomorrow