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I’m overseas and have no posts and no ratings so I’m just gonna have to patiently wait for the 2 1/4” ball.
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I'll give it a shot.
You’re in
Sorry but you don’t meet the requirements I’m afraid
Thank you.
This sounds fascinating!!
Appreciate it.
If you haven’t sent me your address info yet please do so. I’ll be compiling the list and getting the order figured out in the first half of this week I’m hoping, will probably plan to get the DigiBall sent out to the first spot on 2/3 or 2/4 once I’ve had a few days to try it out myself.
The box will contain pre printed shipping labels for everyone with your return address and the next persons shipping address to make it easy.
More details to follow for participants as I get all the details and order figured out.
Thanks all!
The box will contain pre printed shipping labels for everyone with your return address and the next persons shipping address to make it easy.
More details to follow for participants as I get all the details and order figured out.
Thanks all!
I’d gladly join in testing the new DigiBall but not much reason to when you already have a full array of Az participants that seem very well suited to evaluating it and presenting their opinions for all other interested persons to review. I can understand everyone’s enthusiasm for volunteering to test but the qualification requirements set forth for participating really make sense.
Besides, the people chosen are all known to be active participants on Az so let’s just congratulate them for being picked. At the same time, not overlook the imminent hard work involved and let these 10 testers know we appreciate their time & effort to make this a successful beta test. I’ve posted for awhile that DigiBall could be the most fantastic thing to happen for pool.
Besides, the people chosen are all known to be active participants on Az so let’s just congratulate them for being picked. At the same time, not overlook the imminent hard work involved and let these 10 testers know we appreciate their time & effort to make this a successful beta test. I’ve posted for awhile that DigiBall could be the most fantastic thing to happen for pool.
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Just wanted to update everyone. I have the DigiBall and am getting everything in order to start the passaround next week. I will be taking it out for my own demo over the weekend and then I plan to get this on the way to the first participant on Tuesday.
I have roughed out the order based on geographic location to keep this from crisscrossing the country unnecessarily. With a 7 day demo period and a 2-4 day shipping time, I figured roughly 11 days from 1 participant to the next. This is rough and doesn't account for weekends, holidays etc, but should provide an idea of roughly when you'll receive the DigiBall.
If anyone has issues with this timing please shoot me a message and I'll see if we can adjust things.
I have roughed out the order based on geographic location to keep this from crisscrossing the country unnecessarily. With a 7 day demo period and a 2-4 day shipping time, I figured roughly 11 days from 1 participant to the next. This is rough and doesn't account for weekends, holidays etc, but should provide an idea of roughly when you'll receive the DigiBall.
If anyone has issues with this timing please shoot me a message and I'll see if we can adjust things.
| Forum Name | Estimated Arrival Date |
| fastone371 | 2/7/2025 |
| boogieman | 2/18/2025 |
| mikeiniowa | 3/1/2025 |
| Mensabum | 3/12/2025 |
| kling&allen | 3/23/2025 |
| Sheldon | 4/3/2025 |
| JusticeNJ | 4/14/2025 |
| bbb | 4/25/2025 |
| SlateMan | 5/6/2025 |
| iusedtoberich | 5/17/2025 |
I’d like to suggest that the participants get at least two (2)weeks to beta test the new DigiBall.
However, I think they should really have at least three (3) weekends to test it which could involve
them having others test it so they can see a variety of different sets of data for different skill levels.
It would allow them to compare and contrast the results, as well as evaluate any discernible patterns
or trends a player might find helpful. After the 3rd weekend, the evaluator should ship the ball to the
next scheduled recipient the next day (Monday). There isn’t any reason to accelerate completing
a beta test sooner. Additionally, besides posting their remarks on Az, the participants need to offer
their most earnest critique of the new DigiBall to its inventor.
Yes, their critique is what is more important than praise. Telling the inventor it’s a great product is less
important than reporting back what tweaks would help, especially with data retrieval and display. A
summary of the information, especially in pie chart format, would be helpful and by clicking on any of
the chart sections, it would display the details of that information. Too much information burdens the
viewer with finding what they are most interested in initially seeing. Start with a bigger picture that can
zoom in with more information gradually based on what the viewer wants to see. Don’t overwhelm them.
The way the data is communicated and displayed will go a long way on DigiBall being as popular and
genuinely beneficial as I always thought it could become. So testers should look at the data and see if
it can be arranged and displayed better and faster. The notion of shoot and go look at the information
becomes somewhat disconnected from learning unless you were performing the same shot multiple times
to allow you to see a pattern or what you averaged for that particular shot. The testers need to offer criticism
that opens the door for improvement but it goes without saying, do not nit pick or dwell on the mundane.
Anyway, I believe this beta test should allow each participant ample opportunity to thoroughly evaluate the
new DigiBall. I think the next step after this is to get a few of the Master PBIA Instructors to test the DigiBall.
I have a close friend, Tommy Hill, who is a Master PBIA Instructor and former professional pool player. I would
eagerly nominate as someone highly qualified and interested in evaluating the new DigiBall. Any tool that helps
aspiring pool players to improve their skills by seeing what they are not doing correctly or consistently is great.
However, I think they should really have at least three (3) weekends to test it which could involve
them having others test it so they can see a variety of different sets of data for different skill levels.
It would allow them to compare and contrast the results, as well as evaluate any discernible patterns
or trends a player might find helpful. After the 3rd weekend, the evaluator should ship the ball to the
next scheduled recipient the next day (Monday). There isn’t any reason to accelerate completing
a beta test sooner. Additionally, besides posting their remarks on Az, the participants need to offer
their most earnest critique of the new DigiBall to its inventor.
Yes, their critique is what is more important than praise. Telling the inventor it’s a great product is less
important than reporting back what tweaks would help, especially with data retrieval and display. A
summary of the information, especially in pie chart format, would be helpful and by clicking on any of
the chart sections, it would display the details of that information. Too much information burdens the
viewer with finding what they are most interested in initially seeing. Start with a bigger picture that can
zoom in with more information gradually based on what the viewer wants to see. Don’t overwhelm them.
The way the data is communicated and displayed will go a long way on DigiBall being as popular and
genuinely beneficial as I always thought it could become. So testers should look at the data and see if
it can be arranged and displayed better and faster. The notion of shoot and go look at the information
becomes somewhat disconnected from learning unless you were performing the same shot multiple times
to allow you to see a pattern or what you averaged for that particular shot. The testers need to offer criticism
that opens the door for improvement but it goes without saying, do not nit pick or dwell on the mundane.
Anyway, I believe this beta test should allow each participant ample opportunity to thoroughly evaluate the
new DigiBall. I think the next step after this is to get a few of the Master PBIA Instructors to test the DigiBall.
I have a close friend, Tommy Hill, who is a Master PBIA Instructor and former professional pool player. I would
eagerly nominate as someone highly qualified and interested in evaluating the new DigiBall. Any tool that helps
aspiring pool players to improve their skills by seeing what they are not doing correctly or consistently is great.
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All right DigiBall pass around crew, we are getting things rolling today. I will dropping this off at the post office this afternoon.
@fastone371 @boogieman @mikeiniowa @Mensabum @kling&allen @Sheldon @JusticeNJ @bbb @SlateMan @iusedtoberich
The package includes the DigCast TV kit, the AC adapter, and phone stand (each in one of the small white boxes). The black pouch contains the DigiBall itself as well as the charging dock.
I have included an envelope taped to the inside of the box lid that contains all the address labels that will be needed. They are lightly numbered in the top right corner, just make sure when you go to send it off your name is in the return address spot and that should be all that is needed (they are also in order currently in the envelope). Behind that there is another folded envelope with the full excel spreadsheet of contact names, address, phones, and emails. Just in case I fall off the face of the earth or any other unforeseen issues happen, I wanted the passaround members to have a way to get in touch with each other directly. Hoepfully this will not be needed.
It is my hope this box will survive the full trip, please note how it opens, ideally we should be able to just tape it down across that front lid edge which should make it easy to cut open and keep in good shape from user to user.
Please message the tracking number to the next recipient and myself once on the way so everyone will know to expect it's arrival. @fastone371 this will be heading to you today, so tracking number will be sent later this afternoon after my post office run.
As Nate has outlined in his comments, please charge the DigiBall for 4 hours before sending on to the next person.
I will be starting the "DigiBall Passaround Feedback and Reviews" post tomorrow probably. Please use that thread to post all reviews and feedback from this process. I will link to that thread here once it is live.
There is an FAQ available here:
And streaming instructions here:
You will need to download the app onto your phone for this process, I found it easily in the iPhone app store by searching "DigiBall". Setup was super smooth and easy, very intuitive. There are some great tips within the app if you run into questions, just the "?" and "!" icons in-app for guidance.
Finally, a huge thank you to @nataddrho for giving us this opportunity!! DigiBall is really cool and my brief time with it was quite informative. I'll put my detailed thoughts into the reviews post tomorrow but I'm impressed with it and can really see it becoming a useful training tool but also a standard of quality instruction and coaching. It's really amazing to see exactly where you strike the cue ball in real time.
@fastone371 @boogieman @mikeiniowa @Mensabum @kling&allen @Sheldon @JusticeNJ @bbb @SlateMan @iusedtoberich
The package includes the DigCast TV kit, the AC adapter, and phone stand (each in one of the small white boxes). The black pouch contains the DigiBall itself as well as the charging dock.
I have included an envelope taped to the inside of the box lid that contains all the address labels that will be needed. They are lightly numbered in the top right corner, just make sure when you go to send it off your name is in the return address spot and that should be all that is needed (they are also in order currently in the envelope). Behind that there is another folded envelope with the full excel spreadsheet of contact names, address, phones, and emails. Just in case I fall off the face of the earth or any other unforeseen issues happen, I wanted the passaround members to have a way to get in touch with each other directly. Hoepfully this will not be needed.
It is my hope this box will survive the full trip, please note how it opens, ideally we should be able to just tape it down across that front lid edge which should make it easy to cut open and keep in good shape from user to user.
Please message the tracking number to the next recipient and myself once on the way so everyone will know to expect it's arrival. @fastone371 this will be heading to you today, so tracking number will be sent later this afternoon after my post office run.
As Nate has outlined in his comments, please charge the DigiBall for 4 hours before sending on to the next person.
I will be starting the "DigiBall Passaround Feedback and Reviews" post tomorrow probably. Please use that thread to post all reviews and feedback from this process. I will link to that thread here once it is live.
There is an FAQ available here:
And streaming instructions here:
You will need to download the app onto your phone for this process, I found it easily in the iPhone app store by searching "DigiBall". Setup was super smooth and easy, very intuitive. There are some great tips within the app if you run into questions, just the "?" and "!" icons in-app for guidance.
Finally, a huge thank you to @nataddrho for giving us this opportunity!! DigiBall is really cool and my brief time with it was quite informative. I'll put my detailed thoughts into the reviews post tomorrow but I'm impressed with it and can really see it becoming a useful training tool but also a standard of quality instruction and coaching. It's really amazing to see exactly where you strike the cue ball in real time.
sudocrushms
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Guess i'll just have to wait for production... 
Really good looking product though, can't wait to read the reviews from everyone.
Really good looking product though, can't wait to read the reviews from everyone.
Let's rock n roll!! Thanks @nataddrho !!All right DigiBall pass around crew, we are getting things rolling today. I will dropping this off at the post office this afternoon.
@fastone371 @boogieman @mikeiniowa @Mensabum @kling&allen @Sheldon @JusticeNJ @bbb @SlateMan @iusedtoberich
The package includes the DigCast TV kit, the AC adapter, and phone stand (each in one of the small white boxes). The black pouch contains the DigiBall itself as well as the charging dock.
I have included an envelope taped to the inside of the box lid that contains all the address labels that will be needed. They are lightly numbered in the top right corner, just make sure when you go to send it off your name is in the return address spot and that should be all that is needed (they are also in order currently in the envelope). Behind that there is another folded envelope with the full excel spreadsheet of contact names, address, phones, and emails. Just in case I fall off the face of the earth or any other unforeseen issues happen, I wanted the passaround members to have a way to get in touch with each other directly. Hoepfully this will not be needed.
It is my hope this box will survive the full trip, please note how it opens, ideally we should be able to just tape it down across that front lid edge which should make it easy to cut open and keep in good shape from user to user.
Please message the tracking number to the next recipient and myself once on the way so everyone will know to expect it's arrival. @fastone371 this will be heading to you today, so tracking number will be sent later this afternoon after my post office run.
As Nate has outlined in his comments, please charge the DigiBall for 4 hours before sending on to the next person.
I will be starting the "DigiBall Passaround Feedback and Reviews" post tomorrow probably. Please use that thread to post all reviews and feedback from this process. I will link to that thread here once it is live.
There is an FAQ available here:
And streaming instructions here:
You will need to download the app onto your phone for this process, I found it easily in the iPhone app store by searching "DigiBall". Setup was super smooth and easy, very intuitive. There are some great tips within the app if you run into questions, just the "?" and "!" icons in-app for guidance.
Finally, a huge thank you to @nataddrho for giving us this opportunity!! DigiBall is really cool and my brief time with it was quite informative. I'll put my detailed thoughts into the reviews post tomorrow but I'm impressed with it and can really see it becoming a useful training tool but also a standard of quality instruction and coaching. It's really amazing to see exactly where you strike the cue ball in real time.
The DigiBall Passaround Reviews thread is now live! Please post all reviews, thoughts and feedback on the DigiBall here:
DigiBall Passaround Reviews
Okay, apologies to anyone who was waiting for me to start this, had intentions of getting it done middle of last week and then work and illness got the better of me. Please post all passaround reviews in this thread, thanks! Before sending the DigiBall out to the first passaround...
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Digiball is on its way to boogieman, shipped 2/12/2025, he should receive it around 2/15-2/17
USPS tracking number is 9588 8710 9529 0036 7690 06
for tracking go to USPS.com or call 800-222-1811
Review will be up in a day or 2, thank you!!!!!
boogieman
It don't mean a thing if it ain't got that ping.
I received it today.
Go get em!!
To all testers,
If you own an Apple Watch and would like to also test the DigiBall using your watch, please PM me your email so that I can add you to the testers distribution list. It is a lightweight stand alone app with no features other than the ball display.
Nate
If you own an Apple Watch and would like to also test the DigiBall using your watch, please PM me your email so that I can add you to the testers distribution list. It is a lightweight stand alone app with no features other than the ball display.
Nate