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HollyD
02-14-2021, 03:58 PM
Is there a problem with sm connect? I keep getting disconnected
BunnyDarko
02-14-2021, 04:07 PM
Does anyone use the Logitech BCC950 on SM? I have a 9c20 and not sure if it's an upgrade or if SM even supports it..
kamiliam
02-14-2021, 04:35 PM
Is anyone else find that it's taking ages for SM to verify member comments? I know it normally takes a little while (though sometimes almost instantaneously) - but this time I've been waiting for over a month for comments to show up at all despite confirmation from the members who posted them. I asked SM and they gave me quite a snappy reply.... so I'm wondering if anyone else is having the same issue or I've been put in the naughty corner for asking too many questions!
yeah it seems they are really behind or are getting rid of them all together. I’m used to getting at a good amount and now, barely any other then batches at once.
I imagine with the rising amount of internet creatures as well as models it has become a much more laborious feature. They have to scan for hate speech, personal information, etc and obviously they don’t catch it all.
I really like seeing the comments so I hope they get a new software or system in place to make it efficient
nyxandvixen
02-14-2021, 05:43 PM
yeah it seems they are really behind or are getting rid of them all together. I’m used to getting at a good amount and now, barely any other then batches at once.
I imagine with the rising amount of internet creatures as well as models it has become a much more laborious feature. They have to scan for hate speech, personal information, etc and obviously they don’t catch it all.
I really like seeing the comments so I hope they get a new software or system in place to make it efficient
Thanks for the clarification and commiseration, kamiliam! I agree that there must almost certainly be some correlation with the surge in online play from performers and consumers. Let's hope it sorts out soon :heartbeat
bigbum
02-15-2021, 02:59 AM
had a great day on SM today. the regs were back, they were lonely , and very aggressive, almost angry, but tipping $$$
damn, angry men are paying HARD CASH.
ChristieX
02-15-2021, 08:33 AM
Does anyone use the Logitech BCC950 on SM? I have a 9c20 and not sure if it's an upgrade or if SM even supports it..
I use it and think it's the best of the webcams. The facility to pan and tilt is worth its weight in gold. I run it through manycams so I can adjust some of the settings. But it's very expensive.
MissAdriana
02-15-2021, 09:47 AM
I changed my biopic about a month ago, did a nice photoshoot high quality in pretty lingerie, noticed the earnings went down, went back to my last biopic which was just a typical shitty looking boring ass selfie, earnings back up to were they were. Has anyone else noticed less success with higher quality professional photos on here? I'm wondering if these guys think nice pix = 'fake model' or 'bot' Or maybe they just prefer the general realness of a selfie? Interesting to hear so many of you find face pix are the best $ maker
BunnyDarko
02-15-2021, 10:25 AM
I use it and think it's the best of the webcams. The facility to pan and tilt is worth its weight in gold. I run it through manycams so I can adjust some of the settings. But it's very expensive.
Do you think it has better quality than the c920? I'm thinking about either getting the BCC950 or the BRIO.
minibagel
02-15-2021, 10:44 AM
^I just upgraded to the Brio after years of using the c920, I was too cheap to upgrade but has been so worth it for me. The Brio cable is thicker and detachable and that’s what makes it a real winner. I’ve gone through so many c920 & c930e webcams because eventually the cable connection would mess up to the point that the video would go in and out and then eventually stop turning on. Now if anything happens you just need to replace the cable.
kamiliam
02-15-2021, 11:26 AM
^I just upgraded to the Brio after years of using the c920, I was too cheap to upgrade but has been so worth it for me. The Brio cable is thicker and detachable and that’s what makes it a real winner. I’ve gone through so many c920 & c930e webcams because eventually the cable connection would mess up to the point that the video would go in and out and then eventually stop turning on. Now if anything happens you just need to replace the cable.
I also switched to the brio, quality is way better. Side note I will be replacing that cable on my Brio after 5 months, if you move your cam a lot like I do(I have multiple mounts) that thickness may hurt you since it is thicker then the insert. Still highly recommend.
ChristieX
02-15-2021, 12:37 PM
Do you think it has better quality than the c920? I'm thinking about either getting the BCC950 or the BRIO.
I bought a C920 because I heard good things about it. Sent it back after only hooking it up and looking at the quality compared to the 950. Not in the same league.
Erika_Xstacy
02-15-2021, 12:41 PM
I do love the c922 its a middle price between the brio and c920
I hate c920 now that I Have used c922 - they look the same but quality is not the same.
my next upgrade will be brio i am waiting on a price drop
i just use logitech settings to use zoom pan and tilt with my mouse
zoom is sharp on c922.. my setup is usually 5 feet from me unless im on my bed
Angela888
02-15-2021, 01:14 PM
Agree on that, i use a Avaya comes with a remote control for zoom etc made my life lots easier xx
~Carmen~
02-15-2021, 01:36 PM
I do love the c922 its a middle price between the brio and c920
I hate c920 now that I Have used c922 - they look the same but quality is not the same.
my next upgrade will be brio i am waiting on a price drop
i just use logitech settings to use zoom pan and tilt with my mouse
zoom is sharp on c922.. my setup is usually 5 feet from me unless im on my bed
I have used all three. I prefer the c922 over the c920 and Brio. Maybe it was just my camera but I had trouble with lighting and the Brio. Any backlight would make my stream look dark whenever I would zoom out.
The c922 gives me a clear, consistant stream.
AuroraJade
02-15-2021, 01:39 PM
Can you still stream in 720 using the c922? :)
~Carmen~
02-15-2021, 01:42 PM
Can you still stream in 720 using the c922? :)
Yes, you can stream up to 1080 with the c922.
Erika_Xstacy
02-15-2021, 01:53 PM
I have used all three. I prefer the c922 over the c920 and Brio. Maybe it was just my camera but I had trouble with lighting and the Brio. Any backlight would make my stream look dark whenever I would zoom out.
The c922 gives me a clear, consistant stream.
this is why i am not too hype to buy it. I've heard a lot of reviews from camgirls that went back to the C versions of logitech. its 100.00 price difference
i always get compliments how good the stream looks
Can you still stream in 720 using the c922? :)
it goes up to 1080
it is not 4k if you shoot clips in that format.
Erika_Xstacy
02-15-2021, 01:55 PM
Agree on that, i use a Avaya comes with a remote control for zoom etc made my life lots easier xx
never heard of this. is it a program or a cam?
Angela888
02-15-2021, 02:05 PM
never heard of this. is it a program or a cam?
a cam i love it x
SoloDesire
02-15-2021, 02:55 PM
I've had my Brio for over a year and I love it. I don't have any issues with lighting and I only use two softboxes (with normal LED bulbs) in front of me. I also have color lights behind me for effect. Even when I move back it adjusts the lighting fine. The only issue I have is the color controls aren't that great...so if I move out of view of the cam the color adjusts and gets wonky until I'm the focal point again. Not that big of a deal since I'm always in front of the camera anyway, but I wish it didn't auto adjust the color.
BunnyDarko
02-15-2021, 03:17 PM
a cam i love it x
Is this the one? It says it streams in 4k?? https://www.amazon.com/Avaya-700514534-HC020-Web-Camera/dp/B082X1NRR3
BuffyFlame
02-15-2021, 03:32 PM
Shout out to all the Texas Gas I know are on here. We are on day 3 of the deep freeze but for me its been day 8 since my husband was put on hold so Im about 36 hours away from WWE style choke holding him out and posting a photo of me holding him up to the camera in Ture Texas big game catch style.
No internet and no electricity and no water for the past 24 hours D: Our generator has enough left for one more day. Ive got my 4g cheat codes hooked up to wifi the house and am trying to work on back orders/editing clips.
That brings me to my question. What is your going rate for customs right now on SM? Do you have a minimum? Like with the rates, I had no clue what the going price even is and I don't want to drag down the market with under selling.
I'm currently doing about $50 for 10 minuets (minimum) with grace time to go over a bit, super specific things added on at about $10 a pop and I was considering upping it. I dont get a ton of them at that price already but I don't really care if I get less orders as out of all my content they are the hardest turn around per pop after editing/refilming if needed/ learning a script/ lighting if asked for
SuperPookie
02-15-2021, 04:24 PM
^^ stay warm & safe & don't strangle hubby lol
Honestly I'd say that is very low for a custom video on Streamate. Remember you only get 35%
Angela888
02-15-2021, 06:05 PM
Is this the one? It says it streams in 4k?? https://www.amazon.com/Avaya-700514534-HC020-Web-Camera/dp/B082X1NRR3
Yes that’s mine. It’s fab x
Miss_ShaSha
02-15-2021, 06:26 PM
Shout out to all the Texas Gas I know are on here. We are on day 3 of the deep freeze but for me its been day 8 since my husband was put on hold so Im about 36 hours away from WWE style choke holding him out and posting a photo of me holding him up to the camera in Ture Texas big game catch style.
No internet and no electricity and no water for the past 24 hours D: Our generator has enough left for one more day. Ive got my 4g cheat codes hooked up to wifi the house and am trying to work on back orders/editing clips.
That brings me to my question. What is your going rate for customs right now on SM? Do you have a minimum? Like with the rates, I had no clue what the going price even is and I don't want to drag down the market with under selling.
I'm currently doing about $50 for 10 minuets (minimum) with grace time to go over a bit, super specific things added on at about $10 a pop and I was considering upping it. I dont get a ton of them at that price already but I don't really care if I get less orders as out of all my content they are the hardest turn around per pop after editing/refilming if needed/ learning a script/ lighting if asked for
100 GOLD for 5 min which is only $35 which is way too cheap, but I do it for regs of level 3 and up.
bigbum
02-15-2021, 09:28 PM
RED feed, toy not working with SM all day, finally got all the clients and traffic and everything failed tech wise. so frusterating.
then it finally was green, toy finally showing, and then the trolls came.. oh damn. well.. such is life i guess.
bigbum
02-16-2021, 12:57 AM
anyone in the top 100 to 200 can you PM me your aprox earnings so far for the contest?
if you need to know earnings for place 300 to 400 just let me know via PM
good luck ladies
Strawberryblonde
02-16-2021, 02:20 AM
So where am I, country rep says payment reversed will be added to account for next payout minus the return fee (which I think is $50). No indication of why the wire failed, and just have to go ahead with same details hoping I'll get paid next week.
Not happy with what seems to be lack of support.
BTW main customer service response is days behind.
Really hope I am not working for nothing!
Missed Sunday because I needed time with someone special.
Yesterday got less than my staple 3 hours continuous, did make enough to get the 30% add on. This week is going to be sporadic and motivation is a little all over the place whilst payment is still up in the air.
HOWEVER do know my feed/bitrate is much better quality now I have the cable to the laptop. Also noticed I am getting more exclusives since I increased my rates.
Shaher
02-16-2021, 04:08 AM
So where am I, country rep says payment reversed will be added to account for next payout minus the return fee (which I think is $50). No indication of why the wire failed, and just have to go ahead with same details hoping I'll get paid next week.
Not happy with what seems to be lack of support.
BTW main customer service response is days behind.
Really hope I am not working for nothing!
Missed Sunday because I needed time with someone special.
Yesterday got less than my staple 3 hours continuous, did make enough to get the 30% add on. This week is going to be sporadic and motivation is a little all over the place whilst payment is still up in the air.
HOWEVER do know my feed/bitrate is much better quality now I have the cable to the laptop. Also noticed I am getting more exclusives since I increased my rates.
Strawberry, Sorry to hear this. When i started i forgot to add payment details and they sent me cheque and i got Liz to cancel it and send me another way and i wasnt charged. Maybe you should contact Liz and she will help, she does post here.
Hope this helps.
Strawberryblonde
02-16-2021, 04:36 AM
Strawberry, Sorry to hear this. When i started i forgot to add payment details and they sent me cheque and i got Liz to cancel it and send me another way and i wasnt charged. Maybe you should contact Liz and she will help, she does post here.
Hope this helps.
Thank you Liz was mentioned by someone else I know uses SM, I have now emailed Liz. I just need reassurance, that is all.
Shaher
02-16-2021, 04:52 AM
Thank you Liz was mentioned by someone else I know uses SM, I have now emailed Liz. I just need reassurance, that is all.
SM are very good regarding payments and you will get it all without the fees. 50 dollars is a lot or anything when we have to pay the 65 percent of every dollar we earn.
On another note i saw you stream love your style and calm demeanour so unlike me!
Shaher
02-16-2021, 04:53 AM
Thank you Liz was mentioned by someone else I know uses SM, I have now emailed Liz. I just need reassurance, that is all.
SM are very good regarding payments and you will get it all without the fees. 50 dollars is a lot or anything when we have to pay the 65 percent of every dollar we earn.
On another note i saw you stream love your style and calm demeanour so unlike me;D
Strawberryblonde
02-16-2021, 05:17 AM
SM are very good regarding payments and you will get it all without the fees. 50 dollars is a lot or anything when we have to pay the 65 percent of every dollar we earn.
On another note i saw you stream love your style and calm demeanour so unlike me;D
Thanks a few guys have said the same, didn't know if it's the wrong approach but I want to be me. Have had to be stern with a couple of users who were out of order, but really enjoying the site and the technology leaves AW standing.
BunnyDarko
02-16-2021, 08:25 AM
How long does the new tag last on SM? Does being outside of US/UK influence my placement at all? I speak english fluently, but I'm in the west europe
Strawberryblonde
02-16-2021, 11:07 AM
Can guys tip without sending gold, how does this work please?
Angela888
02-16-2021, 11:19 AM
Thanks a few guys have said the same, didn't know if it's the wrong approach but I want to be me. Have had to be stern with a couple of users who were out of order, but really enjoying the site and the technology leaves AW standing.
agreed. Adultwork is utter shite.
Angela888
02-16-2021, 11:22 AM
Can guys tip without sending gold, how does this work please?
No only gold I think, unless they use the gold menu. When you are new some will try and con you by sending fake tips. If you don’t hear the sound or see the yellow gold writing it’s not real. Lots of jerks out there who try this when you are new. Hope that helps x
Angela888
02-16-2021, 11:23 AM
How long does the new tag last on SM? Does being outside of US/UK influence my placement at all? I speak english fluently, but I'm in the west europe
I think tags last on your profile forever, unless you want to remove them. Don’t think where you are located affects placement, only hard work does to my knowledge xx
Seductive_Brit
02-16-2021, 12:13 PM
anyone in the top 100 to 200 can you PM me your aprox earnings so far for the contest?
if you need to know earnings for place 300 to 400 just let me know via PM
good luck ladies
Hey hun I PMed you but not sure if you received it as I couldn't see it in my sent items?
fetishqueen
02-16-2021, 03:16 PM
Someone mentioned this earlier but why does it tell you if you are in the top 500 when the prizes go down to 1000 this time? Yes I KNOW I'm not in the top 500 but I have no idea what I'd need to earn to be in the top 1000 or even if I am in it?
anonamiss
02-16-2021, 08:02 PM
Someone mentioned this earlier but why does it tell you if you are in the top 500 when the prizes go down to 1000 this time? Yes I KNOW I'm not in the top 500 but I have no idea what I'd need to earn to be in the top 1000 or even if I am in it?
the contest leaderboard for the current contest actually shows the top 1200 models, even though they only award the top 1000. you should be able to see your ranking as long as you are within #1200. at least that's what is showing up when i click on the leaderboard. i'm in the mid 600s with about $700 in earnings though this isn't the most accurate representation of "what you need to earn to rank" because i know at least $120+ of that is because of extra cammodel earnings from custies spending on other models, which don't count toward your rank.
during contests they generally seem to show the ranks for about ~250 spots higher than what they award a prize for. (like when it's a top 500 contest, they show the top 750 on the leaderboard. currently they show top 1200 even though they only award the top 1k.) i assume they do this to incentivize the models on the lower end ranks (>1001 in this case) to keep working and try to make it into the lowest tier to earn a prize.
pre-2020, SM used to only award the top 200 models during contests, if i remember correctly. this was extremely competitive and frankly discouraging sometimes, because you'd sometimes have to make pretty ridiculous amounts just to get a small prize. but during 2020, top 500 became the norm and they also started doing the occasional (uncommon) top 1000 contests. you have a higher chance of placing in the ranks and earning a prize now in general, although there are more models to compete with, which i can only assume is why they have moved away from only rewarding the top 200.
not sure if i fully understood your post/question but there's my take on it.
AriaSunset
02-16-2021, 09:07 PM
How long does the new tag last on SM? Does being outside of US/UK influence my placement at all? I speak english fluently, but I'm in the west europe
New tag lasts 30 days from the first minute you stream. I lived outside of the US for a portion of my time as a model, and experienced no problems with placement. My placement isn't the best on the main page, but I typically have great placement in my specific niche category, so that is the one I go by.
AriaSunset
02-16-2021, 09:11 PM
Does anyone use the Logitech BCC950 on SM? I have a 9c20 and not sure if it's an upgrade or if SM even supports it..
I use the BCC950 and love it. I splitcam Chaturbate with SM and other sites, it works just fine. I tried the Brio but it doesn't have the zoom features like I wanted.
AriaSunset
02-16-2021, 09:20 PM
Having the worst time with gold shows tonight. I raised enough money two different time but when I try to start the show everything just freezes! Anyone else having this?
AriaSunset
02-16-2021, 09:58 PM
I've heard a lot of reviews from camgirls that went back to the C versions of logitech. its 100.00 price difference
Because Brio is junk. You are paying 100 more for a 922 in a different case enclosure. Logitech could have done better with Brio but they didn't. The history isn't too good. The 9000 was the best of it's time. 910 to 922 has had minimal improvements, and the Brio was overhyped for nothing. I hope the next release is better and improved. For now I love the BCC950
fetishqueen
02-17-2021, 01:14 AM
the contest leaderboard for the current contest actually shows the top 1200 models, even though they only award the top 1000. you should be able to see your ranking as long as you are within #1200. at least that's what is showing up when i click on the leaderboard. i'm in the mid 600s with about $700 in earnings though this isn't the most accurate representation of "what you need to earn to rank" because i know at least $120+ of that is because of extra cammodel earnings from custies spending on other models, which don't count toward your rank.
during contests they generally seem to show the ranks for about ~250 spots higher than what they award a prize for. (like when it's a top 500 contest, they show the top 750 on the leaderboard. currently they show top 1200 even though they only award the top 1k.) i assume they do this to incentivize the models on the lower end ranks (>1001 in this case) to keep working and try to make it into the lowest tier to earn a prize.
pre-2020, SM used to only award the top 200 models during contests, if i remember correctly. this was extremely competitive and frankly discouraging sometimes, because you'd sometimes have to make pretty ridiculous amounts just to get a small prize. but during 2020, top 500 became the norm and they also started doing the occasional (uncommon) top 1000 contests. you have a higher chance of placing in the ranks and earning a prize now in general, although there are more models to compete with, which i can only assume is why they have moved away from only rewarding the top 200.
not sure if i fully understood your post/question but there's my take on it.
Thank you yes, that's great and a lot more info than I expected! :)
fetishqueen
02-17-2021, 02:59 AM
Here's an odd one, I can't see the wishlist on my profie anywhere, but a customer just bought me a drink off it! I guess as long as they can see it that's all that matters!
Strawberryblonde
02-17-2021, 03:44 AM
Strawberry, Sorry to hear this. When i started i forgot to add payment details and they sent me cheque and i got Liz to cancel it and send me another way and i wasnt charged. Maybe you should contact Liz and she will help, she does post here.
Hope this helps.
Have not yet had a reply from Liz, I have received various emails from SM and they decided to put a hold on payments. They keep telling me to check with my bank that the account can receive the wire. I have checked at least 5 times, bank are probably fed up of me calling.
Anyway have changed the account for it to be paid to, then I was asked to reverify my address (there was a sort of double line in it which I took out). I have uploaded a document and now awaiting that to be approved.
So next payment won't happen.
Strawberryblonde
02-17-2021, 10:11 AM
No only gold I think, unless they use the gold menu. When you are new some will try and con you by sending fake tips. If you don’t hear the sound or see the yellow gold writing it’s not real. Lots of jerks out there who try this when you are new. Hope that helps x
Helps a lot there were a few jerks trying this yesterday, very plausible. Now reported.
Still trying with the bank thing, had to reverify my address and all sorts of things.
Phoned the bank twice a day some days to ask questions.
Are there any banks in the UK which refuse international 'associated with adult services' transfers? Mine say there's no blocks on my account(s), no reason why it should not arrive and it did arrive the first time they sent it.
Miss_ShaSha
02-17-2021, 11:42 AM
Last week I did 36 hrs and it was slow as shit. I wanted to smash shit often lololll. Even tho I meditate and I'm pretty patient plus usually compassionate...the deadness just ate me up.
This week is even SLOWER and I'm just like holy shit...crazy to even do hours upon hours for less than low goal. I'm at 18 hrs for the week so far and it's taken so much out of me. I still have 4 more hours to do today to try to pull in something.
This contest during this month is hard AF. For those of you placing: right on!!! That shit is awesome!!!