Learfield InterAction

Early this fall, Facebook introduced Timeline and  last week they made it public. Typically when Facebook makes an update, there is an overwhelming amount of complaining and tons of freakin’ out.  Surprisingly, I’ve seen minimal complaints. This could be because Facebook users have the option to make the transition themselves or refrain from doing so. For the most part, I don’t think it’s anything too drastic. Below are my thoughts:

Cover- This part is customizable and allows the user to get really creative.

Timeline- I find it a little creepy because it has a record of every Facebook activity the user has ever made. For reminiscing purposes, it’s pretty neat but overall this feature is still creepy… I saw interactions made with ‘friends’ I am not even connected with any longer!

Layout- Still getting used to it—many current users that previously had a Myspace feel the new layout is very simliar. Posts are shifted from one box to another and it’s difficult to see the most recent post.

Activity Log- A positive aspect of this feature I see is more conscious users. Because now Facebook has public record of every activity made, perhaps users will think twice about what information they make public. (wishful thinking)

Timeline is still fresh but soon enough it’ll be the ‘norm’ again. 

If you’ve made the crossover, what are your thoughts?