Slacker Radio's: What is the difference in between the new one and the old one?
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I think the only difference is the size/shape and perhaps some inside software changes too. The G2 responds pretty quickly to button presses where the G1 is a tad slower. I started with the G2 and now I have the G1 and am completely satisfied. The G2 is smaller and sleeker looking, but with a $200 price tag versus a $50 price tag, it was easy to make my choice. The G1 is about the size of a large ipod video, but it is still lightweight though.
1030545
One is a newer release of the olderversion. I couldn't firgure out the changes. The older was a lot cheaper. I bought it and love it. Of course I've got a great Yamaha receiver.
489857
I feel like it's a little better reception, but with no display, tuning is a little awkward. The one FM station which was difficult to hear on my old one, is significantly better now with the new one.
823474
Sorry, I can't help you. This was a gift for my daughter. I can tell you, she has not complained and she wanted the old version.
1493210
I have no idea but much rather have the old one back. For one thing, the batteries last so much longer. The new one works okay but the older version is so much better.
1234891
If you buy the new model ranger finder it will be the new one.... but i think the old model is better!
1361596
They are generally the same. There are button placement changes and the set up seemed easier on the new model. Both have worked well for us.
2069283
The only difference is which devices app you can use to change the fm station. Once set up the work exactly the same. You can use either model with either phone, you just can only use the app on android for 21 and iphone for 22.
1679436
wow, I am not 100% sure if they use the same frequency, as I only have the one. sorry
278938
This is an improved version. Better recording quality especially for music. Also has 3 mics to improve versatility. It bought mine refurbished. Works perfectly. Dr Ron.
1585668
I don't know but the new HRMs are different. Personally I like the new ones better since they are mostly a cloth like material instead of the big plastic/rubber piece in the front. Not to mention the extra information.
771246
I guess the new version is supposed to be better constructed...I am on my 3rd old version and don't expect it to last more than 6 months...I won't buy the new version until it is out for a while...
596590
Actually very good question. I got two radios, one UV-5R+ and one UV-5R. The UV-5R+ is version BFB293; the UV-5R is version BFB295. Seems like the older radio as the latest firmware...To check the firmware on your radio: turn it off; press 3 and hold while turning it on. Wait 2 seconds and you will see the radio firmware as BFB***.
1266874
The ones I got sound like the old ones. Is there a difference besides the printing?
1621835
Hey Michael, I compared the two but wasn't able to notice any difference. I have the version II and it works great. For the record, I've used the Z finder and this one is on par with it. I'm assuming that the new one has some minor fixes or changes, but I can't really tell the difference. Best of luck!
1656026
I believe they just run on different radio frequencies. Otherwise no difference.
2119739
The one I have was the 2011 version. I'm not sure about what improvements have been made but this one is still going strong.