Mahalo Answers is a cool concept and I thought it would be a great way for readers to connect with other readers.
But it requires you to sign up just to post a question. This pretty much kills it for those that don’t want to sign up. (there are a lot of us out there)
I realize that the commenting structure on Widgetslab is somewhat similar with required “name” and “email” fields…but there is no need to verify your info and I surely won’t sell your info. (Not that Mahalo will do this either…I’m positive they won’t) but it just feels too much like “another registration”.
I plan on trying out the Google Friend Connect widget.
I realize that it requires you to have a Google account and in that it is similar to many other “services” but the difference here is…there’s a greater chance that you (the reader) already have some type of Google account.
Please comment and let me know what you think.
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Good call. I can’t tell you how many widgets/sites I haven’t tried because of the need for a separate sign-in. I’m drowning in usernames and passwords.
First time trying Google Friend Connect. I know…I’m behind the times.
I think Google Friend Connect is quite cool and the implementation is easy. Did you think of trying facebook connect? I implemented it on my blog and I like it much better!