I was about to click BUY on this item until I saw so many reviews about its short life. Any good alternative?
1167663
I don't seem to have a problem with it. The price is right and it gives me the light I need. Last a long time as far as i'm concerned. hope this helps.
1167664
Define short life? I had mine for 6 years before I had to replace it. Seems like a good deal to me. More important to me, its significantly brighter (more lumens) than anything else I have... so a little extra $$ is OK for me. Solved my low lighting problem... the only thing is it runs "hot", so be mindful of that.
1167665
There's not a lot of alternative if you are looking for maximum brightness in a candelabra base. I was worried about the short lifespan as well, but so far I've been using the same bulbs for about 2 years and they're still going strong. I think if you're very careful not to touch the bulb with your fingers, the bulbs seem to last quite a while.
1167666
Hi, to be honest with you, this is the best brand on the market for these :)
971563
I did search out your post (Ryuji Suzuki), and think it adds to the discussion; http://www.amazon.com/gp/cdp/member-reviews/AYCAIHABPYWVJ?ie=UTF8&display;=public&sort;_by=MostRecentReview&page;=5 . Since my grocery outlet no name model lasted a month of daily use, I'm ready to search out a long lasting model. Cheers
1401357
Depending on the quality of the one you purchase you should get good service. The first ones I bought were very good and lasted a few years. The last one I bought was from a company I had not done business with and it was a poor substitute and lasted only a few months.
2060613
I found it on amazon. Never heard of it before, read the ingridients and looked like a good deal, it lasted me for about 6+months
792499
Although I was VERY careful using and cleaning it, it did not last long. I didn't even recycle it to a thrift shop. I saw it in a retail store this week.....for MUCH less than I paid for it through Amazon. It was exactly the same......not really a bargain since it would be thrown away too. I agree with Sasha: I would be interested in a QUALITY version.
1238035
That stinks! For $225 you would think that this piece of garbage would last longer than that. You made up my mind on buying one of these things. Thanks for saving me from getting ripped off by Vitapur!
1385265
I was great, but it only lasted about a year sadly. But it outlasted others I've had but a long shot, maybe I over charged it I don't really know. I've have switched to a plantonic corded one since then. I believe some of these wireless ear phones just have not reached the tech age yet, lol. Anyway, I'd get it if I were you it really worked great and the issue might have been I charged it for too long since I only used it when I drove back and forth to and from work. Work driving for me was only about 20mins each way so must of the device was kept on the charger.
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I went in through my Amazon account and went to "Your Account" where there was an option to "Return or Replace Items". It seems like I had at least 30 days in which to return it for a refund. I just sent mine back yesterday because the side blew out. A friend of mine has the "green" one by a different company and she hasn't had any problems as of yet. It may be made better. She's going to let me know if it fails on her.
939299
Hootie, I like my coby but look to see of cobyusa is still on business or you may be buying a product that has no manufactures warranty or updates. I went to update mine and the website has been dead now for 45days.
590634
I'm not sure about this particular company offering a longer warranty, but search "squaretrade" in amazon. They offer a bunch of different warranties for different products. I haven't bought a warranty from them so I can't vouch for it personally, I just know that they offer them.
1339357
An iPod would be great if they lasted more than 18 mths (after your warranty conveniently expires). My second just died, and something about buying a device I know will die and can only be fixed for >/= to replacement cost leaves a sour taste in my mouth. Thus, I just bought the Ceative Zen V, my Creative Labs Rio may not be compatible with any computer but 8 years later its still running.
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I just noticed the inflated price. I bought mine a month ago, found it as effective as a whole new adapter, but then lost it when my granddaughters were here for the week. At $10 I wouldn't have 2nd thoughts. But at over 15 (price hike, tax and shipping) you may wish to look into the MagSafe 2 adapter knock-offs. They'll probably work just as well and last longer (because they're much harder to lose).
897009
How frustrating is that? Hi, I am Plant Lover. You can see my post above. Exactly 14 months and mine died also. NOBODY can tell me this is a coincidence! I loved that dictionary too but it is not worth the price if it is going to break in 14 months, and I won't give in to them and pay 49.00 to service it OR buy another for that cost!
1709459
Nope...mine lasted about the same amount of time...ending up tossing it. Inferior product IMO.
2193045
Same here. Purchased (for $180) in 2009. It's been in storage for 2 years. Used it to make soup today. It worked fine at first. Then we heard a loud clicking noise coming from the kitchen. The display was flashing and it wouldn't respond to any buttons. Unplugged/replugged with same result. It's not been used more than 10 times at most. Someone posted a video on YouTube of this device with this problem. Lots of commenters with same issue.
419861
I'm not sure why it died. I've used it almost everyday but never faced any issue. May be u got a faulty item. If u want anything else let me know.
383357
Amazon customer service should be able to put you in touch with the company. I've had mine since Aug, and it works well. Had to change the batteries after two months, but I use it a lot.