$53 for a pocket radio? Is it really worth so much? This may seem like the Macbook Pro of pocket radios. I do believe Sangean probably makes good radio, but at the same time, many pocket radios are $10, or $15, or $19... so this one at $53 I really wonder if it is worth it. Will they earn a lot of money from it that way? What are the reasons for that high price?But maybe if it is durable, then people may buy this radio and use it for 10 years and 15 years. So it is not like the company can make too much sales from it. And maybe it uses the best material to build it, and hire the engineers who otherwise can work for Apple or Facebook like company in Taiwan. $53 for a pocket radio? Is it really worth so much? This may seem like the Macbook Pro of pocket radios. I do believe Sangean probably makes good radio, but at the same time, many pocket radios... » Read More $53 for a pocket radio? Is it really worth so much? This may seem like the Macbook Pro of pocket radios. I do believe Sangean probably makes good radio, but at the same time, many pocket radios are $10, or $15, or $19... so this one at $53 I really wonder if it is worth it. Will they earn a lot of money from it that way? What are the reasons for that high price?But maybe if it is durable, then people may buy this radio and use it for 10 years and 15 years. So it is not like the company can make too much sales from it. And maybe it uses the best material to build it, and hire the engineers who otherwise can work for Apple or Facebook like company in Taiwan. « Show Less
1494412
I love this radio. It is my 4th. It is worth the price. It is long lasting. The only weak part is the plug for the headset which after a number of years becomes unreliable. One can attempt a repair, but the access and works space is a problem. This radio has the features I demand: power off after 90 minutes; long battery life; easy station selection; and, good sound (buy Phillips ACTION Fit earbuds).
1494413
This portable,handheld radio is very nice.I understand what your asking in your question and this is true it is pricey,however its worth it.This radio can't compete with most am/fm handheld radios alone,plus you have NOAA weather on this with an alert system.The other big plus is the reception,this lil yellow radio can pull in some real weak stations as well. I am very impressed with the AM stations @ night time that it brings in.FM is also good and if your outside or by a window your going to be happy with the reception.True its higher priced however you get what you pay for ,and in my opinion this this one nice radio to own. This portable,handheld radio is very nice.I understand what your asking in your question and this is true it is pricey,however its worth it.This radio can't compete with most am/fm handheld radios alone,plus you have NOAA weather on this with an alert system.The other big plus is the reception,this lil yellow radio can pull in some real weak stations as well. I am very impressed with the AM stations @ night time that it brings in.FM is also good and if your outside or by a window your going to be happy with the reception.True its higher priced however you get what you pay for ,and in my... » Read More This portable,handheld radio is very nice.I understand what your asking in your question and this is true it is pricey,however its worth it.This radio can't compete with most am/fm handheld radios alone,plus you have NOAA weather on this with an alert system.The other big plus is the reception,this lil yellow radio can pull in some real weak stations as well. I am very impressed with the AM stations @ night time that it brings in.FM is also good and if your outside or by a window your going to be happy with the reception.True its higher priced however you get what you pay for ,and in my opinion this this one nice radio to own. « Show Less
196666
Too much for me. I've never used mine. I intend to sell it because I've had it too long to return to amazon. If you would like to make me an offer for something under the posted amazon price, I'll consider it. Reply to quonnie@mac.com.
1720748
I own that computer, buy it! If you don't like it you can sell it for about double that. It's pretty cool though, and nice and small if you travel.
1777064
I also wanted to find out about the same seller as he was selling Apple MacBook Pro MB985LL/A 15.4-Inch Laptop for only $1000. Which is unbelievable. Please let me know if anyone knows anything about this seller whether its just a scam or not?
347023
Well, it's an issue of supply and demand. The product is no longer manufactured, and New Old Stock - which this is - is in limited supply. Most of us who want or need this device will settle for a used or 'refurbished' one for a fraction of that $489.99 price, but sellers of the NOS item are asking the highest price they think they can get - and if you check around, you'll find that this inflated figure (roughly ten times its original retail price just several years ago) is in fact in the ballpark.
139782
Even with a 1 year warranty, you'll need better luck than me. I bought mine for $300, 3 years ago and it began dying this month. First would not work without the power connected. Then would not connect to some devices. Now will not pair with any new devices. I guess should not have tried re-pairing my Mac because it's useless now. At least I have a $300 wireless speaker I can connect to one mobile phone, and not move it away from the wall socket. What a bargain.
1763878
Because the seller is price gouging. My advice: don't buy it. No one pays MORE for old technology.
497158
I bought it about 3 yrs ago and still use it. What you can't expect it to do is run anything that needs os10.6 or above. I use it basically as an internet machine although I still record music with garageband which is the main reason I bought it in the first place. If I were looking for an inexpensive mac right now I would get a later model macbook pro, like my wife has. I've seen them on Amazon used for.about 700 bucks and that is a lot of computer for that money She bought hers new from Amazon about 2 years ago for about 2300. If you could find one for 7 or 8 hundred bucks, that would be a good deal. It is, in fact, what I going to do in a couple of months. I bought it about 3 yrs ago and still use it. What you can't expect it to do is run anything that needs os10.6 or above. I use it basically as an internet machine although I still record music with garageband which is the main reason I bought it in the first place. If I were looking for an inexpensive mac right now I would get a later model macbook pro, like my wife has. I've seen them on Amazon used for.about 700 bucks and that is a lot of computer for that money She bought hers new from Amazon about 2 years ago for about 2300. If you could find one for 7 or 8 hundred bucks, that... » Read More I bought it about 3 yrs ago and still use it. What you can't expect it to do is run anything that needs os10.6 or above. I use it basically as an internet machine although I still record music with garageband which is the main reason I bought it in the first place. If I were looking for an inexpensive mac right now I would get a later model macbook pro, like my wife has. I've seen them on Amazon used for.about 700 bucks and that is a lot of computer for that money She bought hers new from Amazon about 2 years ago for about 2300. If you could find one for 7 or 8 hundred bucks, that would be a good deal. It is, in fact, what I going to do in a couple of months. « Show Less
1810519
After carefully comparing the two, I think a China manufacturer designed and built such a fine radio they allowed another company to but their logo on it. I have a very rare SYMPHONIC MINI-MAX 300 that I researched thoroughly and the only other one I have a photo of has a different chrome logo attached across the front speaker. If you buy one, you'll like, it no matter who's name is on it. May I suggest that if you purchase one, a nice case to protect it and the ear buds you may have to get the rich sound it can produce........ SwissGear Swiss Gear Wenger Jasper GPS Case Black GA-6350... Hope this helps, Keith L. After carefully comparing the two, I think a China manufacturer designed and built such a fine radio they allowed another company to but their logo on it. I have a very rare SYMPHONIC MINI-MAX 300 that I researched thoroughly and the only other one I have a photo of has a different chrome logo attached across the front speaker. If you buy one, you'll like, it no matter who's name is on it. May I suggest that if you purchase one, a nice case to protect it and the ear buds you may have to get the rich sound it can produce........ SwissGear Swiss Gear Wenger Jasper GPS Case Black... » Read More After carefully comparing the two, I think a China manufacturer designed and built such a fine radio they allowed another company to but their logo on it. I have a very rare SYMPHONIC MINI-MAX 300 that I researched thoroughly and the only other one I have a photo of has a different chrome logo attached across the front speaker. If you buy one, you'll like, it no matter who's name is on it. May I suggest that if you purchase one, a nice case to protect it and the ear buds you may have to get the rich sound it can produce........ SwissGear Swiss Gear Wenger Jasper GPS Case Black GA-6350... Hope this helps, Keith L. « Show Less
1990920
Yes, there is value for money. It is manufactured well and the sound is excellent. You can play all sorts of things like songs and audio books. It even has a FM radio that works well in my area. I paid $29.95 for a new one from Amazon. That is a a great deal.
2078081
Made in China. They clearly pay someone to respond to every review complaining that they charge $150 for a radio made by $1/hr labor in a country with poor labor and environmental standards. It's inexcusable. If they start making them in the US, Canada, EU, Japan or somewhere with proper labor and environmental standards I'd buy another one. This radio is good. But whether it's good enough to be a decent value, particularly considering its Chinese origin, is doubtful.
1140580
I didn't buy it. I think it totally depends on you. If you know the company is solid in their reputation, then I sure you will be able to make a decision as to whether its worth the purchase. I figure if it's something like a computer or electronic, I be more prone to buying a warranty then any other product...just depends on what it is;)Hope that helps,Mighty Counselor
2001256
I think you're getting a bit too excited. All electronic products phase out for the new.The product is good in all ways. As far as accessories, it comes with an AC adapter. I got a case for it at a sound store for around $5 that works well. I bought some Sony earbuds that blow away the ones that come with it. I also bought a VRFM8 from Walmart that is an FM transmitter, to play the Zen to your car radio.The only thing I can imagine that is left is a car charger. (I just bought one on Ebay for $8. I think that's everything.) Plus, it doubles as an external hard drive for backups and such. I'm a happy camper with it. I think you're getting a bit too excited. All electronic products phase out for the new.The product is good in all ways. As far as accessories, it comes with an AC adapter. I got a case for it at a sound store for around $5 that works well. I bought some Sony earbuds that blow away the ones that come with it. I also bought a VRFM8 from Walmart that is an FM transmitter, to play the Zen to your car radio.The only thing I can imagine that is left is a car charger. (I just bought one on Ebay for $8. I think that's everything.) Plus, it doubles as an external hard drive for backups... » Read More I think you're getting a bit too excited. All electronic products phase out for the new.The product is good in all ways. As far as accessories, it comes with an AC adapter. I got a case for it at a sound store for around $5 that works well. I bought some Sony earbuds that blow away the ones that come with it. I also bought a VRFM8 from Walmart that is an FM transmitter, to play the Zen to your car radio.The only thing I can imagine that is left is a car charger. (I just bought one on Ebay for $8. I think that's everything.) Plus, it doubles as an external hard drive for backups and such. I'm a happy camper with it. « Show Less
294417
Hmm. This seems to get better reception than a basic pocket radio so I think you would be ok. For the money you could give it a try and see. I use mine inside my garage and reception is crystal clear.
1218485
Jean, this turntable is capable of reproduction of full musical spectrum with great realism. To hear it, you need the speakers capable of the same. Pint-sized PC speakers won't do. My suggestion is to look for the used speakers in local for sale ads from the late 1970s or 1980s made by the reputable American or British makers. $200 can buy value comparable to $2000 when buying new. Don't forget, you need an amplifier or receiver to drive the speakers. I'd recommend you set the amount you are comfortable with and ask a friend to help you with the purchase. Music is the great reward, and pays to shop with a plan. Good luck ! Jean, this turntable is capable of reproduction of full musical spectrum with great realism. To hear it, you need the speakers capable of the same. Pint-sized PC speakers won't do. My suggestion is to look for the used speakers in local for sale ads from the late 1970s or 1980s made by the reputable American or British makers. $200 can buy value comparable to $2000 when buying new. Don't forget, you need an amplifier or receiver to drive the speakers. I'd recommend you set the amount you are comfortable with and ask a friend to help you with the purchase. Music is the great reward, and pays... » Read More Jean, this turntable is capable of reproduction of full musical spectrum with great realism. To hear it, you need the speakers capable of the same. Pint-sized PC speakers won't do. My suggestion is to look for the used speakers in local for sale ads from the late 1970s or 1980s made by the reputable American or British makers. $200 can buy value comparable to $2000 when buying new. Don't forget, you need an amplifier or receiver to drive the speakers. I'd recommend you set the amount you are comfortable with and ask a friend to help you with the purchase. Music is the great reward, and pays to shop with a plan. Good luck ! « Show Less
116692
I think it is just a case of Logitech trying to gouge the consumer. Their manufacturing costs did not increase anywhere close to that amount. I manufacture many products in china (these are made on Doungguan) and they are just trying to make a better profit to pay for their acquisition of Lifesize communications (for which they over paid) to explain to wall street. Don't accept it. Buy a closeout receiver and a nice pair of speakers for about the same price until they realize their mistake and lower their retail prices back down to the $270 level which still gives them a good profit and a reasonable valuue for the consumer.
1272305
Depends on what you're looking for. This is a great little radio and I happen to like it a lot. I am an FM Dxer and this radio can receive stations up to 100 miles away on FM or more regularly. As far as shortwave radios go, there are better ones on the market. If you are willing to shell out the cash for Sangean 909x. That is the best shortwave radio out there. I would consider sticking with Grundig, Tecsun, Sangean. They are the best brands for this.