BBC News Aston, Gradient edit.

Not really a mock, I have gradiented the BBC News astons.
http://img7.imageshack.us/img7/1505/ideap.jpg

It's a bit 'Meh' but still its nicer than the first mock of the new TVF (That Invite thing)

Look's rather nice.

Well...

It's not too shabby, but as was said, it's a bit 'meh'. I can't think of anything else to say about it.

I have done one for Breakfast.
http://img22.imageshack.us/img22/1249/breafastastons.png
Any Ideas or Improvments?

First mock: the gradient is hardly noticeable and doesn't really add much to the basic design. Maybe try something more substantial?

Second mock: really nice! It's perfect for Breakfast, don't change a thing.

Thanks for your kind words for my second one!

I will add some stuff to the first.

http://img14.imageshack.us/img14/770/bbcnewsaston2.png
That is my new generic one for the News Channel

Not sure about the logo. Making it darker would be better.

Funny you should mention that, I thought it was too bright.

It can be great for breaking news though.

I love the breakfast one! Nice and bright, just how it should be!

For the new generic one, the globe seems a bit blurry and washed-out, but it is a major improvement over what the Beeb is currently using.