We’re in the final stretch to being ready to launch a brand new design for PCMech.com. I wanted to give you guys an update on what’s in store.
This is going to be a lot more than a re-design. While the entire scope of the project is a bit large, it is actually going to be a shift in how the site conducts itself. There will be editorial changes as well. Mind you, the PCMech that our long-time readers have known will remain, however we’re adding to it through some new directions in our content.
But, for now, let me show you a few things with the new design we’re working on. First, here is a chunk of our new header, complete with a new version of our logo…
Another issue we found with the site was that we had TONS of great stuff back in our article archives that people just don’t see unless they happen into it from the search engines. So, we’re devising a way to re-feature some of our past stuff and let you guys check it out again. Here is what that will look like:
Our premium membership program is going to be getting the 5-star treatment as well. Here is a partial shot of our new feature list for our members of PCMech Premium:
To go along with the new site, the forums will also be following suit. We are going to switch to a fixed-width layout, but one that makes much better use of space and should prove a welcome change to our members. Here’s a partial shot:
As I said, we’re in the final stretch on this. Still got some things to finish before we can start to implement this new design. Even once we begin, it will be a process. There is no instant-switch we can push to flip a site this big over to a new layout, so it will come in stages, with some follow-up fixes and content re-formatting to be done after the fact.
But, when it is complete, it’ll be nice. 
In the meantime, I invite you to connect with PCMech by commenting on our posts, subscribing to our newsletter, and getting involved in some conversations in our huge forum community.
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Hi David, thanks for informing us, your fans of PCMech of the new design on the way. Keep up with the good work! Pls. go ahead with the re-designing, personally if i have any suggestion, sure i will post it.
Thanks.
Tola, Nigeria
Hi
I like the new look, this is the best tech forum on the net.
Lot more than just a forum here, though.
Hi. Looking at the new features they look great keep up the great work. Terry.
Your plan looks good and should give you much more flexibility.
Hi Dave,
Congrats on the re-do. I have always loved your site and will now love it even more.
The “professional touch” combined with the personal intimacy is what convinced me to become a premium subscriber.
The only thing that bothers me here is those annoying ads that pop up when you hover over underlined words. Yes, I realize it's an income source for you, but a less-irritating alternative would be greatly appreciated.
Sam,
Israel
I like the the look. I am a visual person and like the colors and interface.
I really love computers in all ways so this phage really helped me a lot. I was a newbie maybe still am but I learned some interested and helpfull things. yeah Dont ever leave.
how cool you really are MR david thanks by all info you had sent me
i really appreciatte regards yours jose flores