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Simple Review 
Version
2.1.0 Alpha 2 (last update on Jun 14, 2009)
Rating
Compatibility
Votes
20
Favoured
36
License
GPL
Non-Commercial
Type
Views
25689
Date Added
27 April 2008
Simple Review is a free review component for Joomla and Mambo. It can be used for reviewing books, music, dvds, etc.
Simple Review contains many features including:
*Star ratings
*User comments and ratings
*A powerful templating system
*Multiple categories
*Top reviews
*Free
*and more...
bybelarus on June 7, 2009
A nice component! Thank you! Very easy to use!
bybaijianpeng on May 17, 2009
I had visited the Demo site of this component. It looks no different from the Joomla content (com_content) system. So, why bother to develop/use such a new component which even has a wrong design of language file system?
When I check the language files, I noticed that the author used php format for language files, NOT ini format, which should be respected as the J1.5 standard. This is the first fault.
The second fault is, there are two duplicate language files respectively in folder languages and Language_Module. I made a Chinese language translation and uploaded it to the languages folder, but it can't be detected. This component can ONLY detect the language file in Language_Module folder. So, why you created the languages folder?
The third fault is, even after I put my translation language file into Language_Module folder, it can't pick up my translation automatically. I had to choose the language manually at backend settings page of this component. You know, J1.5 has parameter to allow extensions pick up correct php format language files, why didn't you use it?
The fourth and the largest fault is, I can't find the advantage of this component. Imagine this: I create a new section in the Joomla com_content and title it as Reviews, then I can create Categories inside this section. Next, I can write reviews just like new article(content). And the visitors can rating and comment my article(review) via my commenting component. You know, there are many commenting component which can also offer the rating stars feature.
So, what is the advantage of installing a new component to write reviews?
When I check the language files, I noticed that the author used php format for language files, NOT ini format, which should be respected as the J1.5 standard. This is the first fault.
The second fault is, there are two duplicate language files respectively in folder languages and Language_Module. I made a Chinese language translation and uploaded it to the languages folder, but it can't be detected. This component can ONLY detect the language file in Language_Module folder. So, why you created the languages folder?
The third fault is, even after I put my translation language file into Language_Module folder, it can't pick up my translation automatically. I had to choose the language manually at backend settings page of this component. You know, J1.5 has parameter to allow extensions pick up correct php format language files, why didn't you use it?
The fourth and the largest fault is, I can't find the advantage of this component. Imagine this: I create a new section in the Joomla com_content and title it as Reviews, then I can create Categories inside this section. Next, I can write reviews just like new article(content). And the visitors can rating and comment my article(review) via my commenting component. You know, there are many commenting component which can also offer the rating stars feature.
So, what is the advantage of installing a new component to write reviews?
Owner's reply
You are reviewing an alpha version i.e. very early build for Joomla 1.5. As you noticed the language is currently incomplete and in two parts which makes it far from ideal. In it's current state it is only there as a place holder while the component is being fully converted from Joomla 1.0 -> Joomla 1.5. The ini format will most likely not be used while compatibility is maintained with 1.0. Myself and others find the component useful, if you don't then that is fine.
byAblesentry on May 1, 2009
Initially, I thought it looked ok in the back end. It appeared simple, it appeard well layed out. When I got to the front end it was not what I expected at all, which was ok. I was willing to work with it. Then I began making catagories and sub catagories. I didnt care for the lay out, it was to simple for me. Once I attempted to make a couple of reviews, I had some issues where I kept getting page errors and the page did not load propperly. I thought mabye a fluke the first three times... After trying to create my third review and experience the problem three times in a row, I gave up...
Thing I do not like, only the admin can create reviews. I suppose members could reply on a review you create, but its not what my member will want. Nice program, and it is simple.
Thing I do not like, only the admin can create reviews. I suppose members could reply on a review you create, but its not what my member will want. Nice program, and it is simple.
bygoldie on March 28, 2009
I am using this component for my site with cosmetic products reviews and I never had big problem with it. I had little issue with UTF, but now its ok.
I like option to make my on template for display-ing reviews. This meen you have full control over layout. This component have own SEF system and works realy good. I am yust waiting now for 1.5 Native. :)
Thanks for this great and FREE component!
I like option to make my on template for display-ing reviews. This meen you have full control over layout. This component have own SEF system and works realy good. I am yust waiting now for 1.5 Native. :)
Thanks for this great and FREE component!
I have been using this component for a year now and I've never had any problems with it. Nor me, nor my users.
It can be fully customized, it is easy to install and configure and it works flawlessly!
It also can be used for a lot of things. I for one have been using it to review new metal albums on my webzine.
The only bugs you're going to find in this component will be the ones that you create yourself.
Cheers! .. and thanks for this marvelous piece of software!
It can be fully customized, it is easy to install and configure and it works flawlessly!
It also can be used for a lot of things. I for one have been using it to review new metal albums on my webzine.
The only bugs you're going to find in this component will be the ones that you create yourself.
Cheers! .. and thanks for this marvelous piece of software!
byfoesl on December 11, 2008
Simple Review does exectly what it says, and it does it great. For Example I use it for TV-Ratings, which is absolutly amazing with this component, because the Template, and categorie-system is nearly perfect for this.
And there is also a great support, because the creator really helps you to customize the component. Definitely a component to watch...
And there is also a great support, because the creator really helps you to customize the component. Definitely a component to watch...
bycoskel on December 4, 2008
I agree with rodvold - this is a developer to keep an eye on! Easy to install/configure, works very well for my Radio/Music/DVD site.
Works well with my template, my only wish is that it was 1.5 native instead of legacy.
Please upgrade this extension, because it makes me happy.
:)
Works well with my template, my only wish is that it was 1.5 native instead of legacy.
Please upgrade this extension, because it makes me happy.
:)
byrodvold on November 28, 2008
This component is really helpful with getting user feedback on my reviews- its simplicity to the user makes it easier for them to participate in my reviews. Not too mention it is completely free!
The developer says he is currently developing the component so registered users can leave reviews from the frontend of the site, I can't wait.
This is one to keep an eye on!
The developer says he is currently developing the component so registered users can leave reviews from the frontend of the site, I can't wait.
This is one to keep an eye on!