Does anyone recommend this over the first version without the extra 2 in extension or vice versa? And why?
325912
I do, because of the way my dashboard is configured. The only place for me to mount a cellphone cradle is on the top of the dashboard, in the center and a few inches back. The arm extension brings the cradle out over the edge of the dashboard so I can reach it easily, to take the device in and out of the cradle or to touch the screen. Even with the added length to the arm, all of the mount's joints lock down tight, with no wobble.
325913
I have no experience with the first version, but I will say the 2" extension is critical to me. I have these in two cars. In both I need the extension to position the phone so I don't have to lean forward to reach it when mounted.
325914
I recommend the newer version with the 2" extension because it provides more flexibility in positioning. Because of the design of the extension, the newer version is stiffer than the original when retracted, and appears to be equally stiff when extended. Increased mounting arm stiffness reduces cellphone movement.
325915
I absolutely recommend this one over the first one. The reason why is that 2 inch extension allows you better placement on the dash. It was crucial for me and my larger vehicle to have that extension. That way, I do not have to reach as far and the device is easily accessible.
1475148
No, I believe this is just the add on. You're better off finding an all inclusive edition if you dont have the originals already.
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!
826142
Yeah, those seem to be the major differences. The non-user-replaceable battery on the new View sucks though...that was one nice feature about the e200 series (as oposed to iPods) and seemed to make complete sense. I have had to use firmware update on my V1 e260 to recover from a crash and it was pretty seamless and I lost no data. V2, I believe, does not support the "recovery mode" firmware update. I have no idea what the parameters of the View are regarding this. Maybe it just never crashes! (not likely...) Other thing is the better stats on the microSD expansion slot...now up to 8 gigs (wow!) and using microSCHC. That's 16 gigs total without a hard-drive. Awesome! I have found, after some initial frustration and confusion with the expansion slot on my e260, that I just never put it in MSC (Mass Storage Class) mode and ALWAYS use it in MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) mode. I found moving files with Windows Explorer pretty glitchy in MSC mode. (Windows iExplorer would freeze up or get very strange-acting) Now, I just pull the microSD card, stick in into card reader on my computer (with the full-SD-size adapter) and add files like it was a pen drive. Perfect for podcasts which you switch in and out frequently and perfect for loading stuff for a trip. You could have a second card for you wife's/gf's music or podcasts as well and just swap it out without a Windows session. It DOES mean a much longer boot-up (really "refresh data" after the initial normal bootup...) but I think it's worth it for the flexibility of adding and deleting files so easily. You can always just remove the microSD and not deal with the "refresh-data" wait if you get sick of it. 8 gb of microSD would be nice though! Also, I'd like to hear some objective feedback regarding the sound quality of normal audio with the View as compared to the e280. Is is MUCH better? The e280 has become so inexpensive I may just go for that and wait out the View for another year or two.
1376642
I have both versions available. Sorry for the confusion on the description I will change it as soon as possible.
1066687
I can't really answer that. because I never used the extension But I would say you have just a little room.try it you can return it
1805821
Yes,l this was the full version, not an upgrade. This is now several versions old. You may want to look for version 4 or 5.
1199213
Yes. My box contained 2 and it had both size extensions. I used the 4" ones.
1769138
2 size extensions come with it, but if you need additional, just call the company.
983835
Oh, no. There are no piggybacks. I would like to take this opportunity to assure you that there are check boxes that you need to be careful for when installing or updating. I can't tell you the times that I had to retry an update because there were three things being installed instead of just the one. I had two boxes to uncheck. I wish I could know what file extensions you were converting. I only used this to convert from one type and could find no use after that.
1141158
This only extends the 2.4 band. If you want both you will need to get the one that is meant for both bands. This is double the price of this one to extend the 5. This one woluld be used if you had multiple floors or long range that didn't get a great signal. The 5 band is more for large throughput versus the 2.4 that is easier (and cheaper) to extend.
786589
It is my understanding that version 2 is full of bugs still that needs to be worked out and the only place where you could download it is in Japan. So until they work out all the kinks with V2 I'd stay with the original version. If and when it's offered here in the US would be the only time it's safe and worthwhile to install.
483172
3 by a large margin. Only get the 2 if you are space limit. The 3 is much more versatile.
2249884
Yes indeed. Actually I used mine without the extension because of the ceiling height of my Rec. Room where i installed my projector. It was quite simple and easy.
1552305
no, this one worked fine. I also have gotten that with the cheap extensions. This one is not cheap.
692977
Yeah...I went looking for an extension too. Haven't figured it out yet. Sorry.
69158
I don't see any extra content in the download version, but I encourage you to investigate further. Barring that, this one certainly looks like the better value.