Not as good as the old one...
936770
I have been using Norton Antivirus for the Mac for a couple of years and I loved the level of detail in terms of what and who may computer was connecting too.  I had the firewall set to a level that any connection that I had not approved of previously was presented in a pop-up window that allowed me to allow or deny the connection.  This is essential the same, but seems far less robust in terms of allowing new connections.  I used to get several pop-ups a day asking for my approval - which I prefer.  With this one set to the same degree of protection I get fewer than one a day.  I doubt that fewer connections are attempting to be made, so I can only assume that this version is allowing them without asking for my permission.

Personally, I prefer a much more vigorous firewall.  Even with the previous version I was hit with a virus once and malware twice and Nortons did nothing to stop it...  Norton's not only did nothing to protect me from any of these attacks, it didn't even alert me to them.  I discovered each of them myself only because I had the firewall up all the way so that I had to approve almost every single instance of an application attempting to connect with a server from my machine.  In a nutshell, I spotted an irregular patterns of requests, researched them, sourced them, then took action to correct the problem... I did all the work.  With the new version apparently allowing more connections in the background I may have to buy Little Snitch to serve as a firewall and relegate Norton's to system scanning only.
3240480
I bought this to replace the same model that stopped working after many years of use. The new one doesn't heat as evenly as the old one -- the center is obviously a lot hotter than the outer edges. The grill looks the same as the old one but seems to be lighter and cheaper made. Still, if you want old fashioned waffles and not Belgian style, this might be the best option available.
4849262
have to keep adjusting brush head so it will keep running. not as good as my old one.
3266915
Built with much lower quality than the previous model it replaced. Still works fine just cheaper design than older one. Don't think this one will last as long.
4907725
The previous model in my opinion was much better.  I don't like the side vent, things don't seem to cook near as well as the old unit.  I also don't like that I can't use it without the bottom plastic piece like on the previous model.
2726275
I bought this pen to replace a similar one I'd had for years and recently lost...and boy I'm even more sorry about losing my old one than before. The new isn't bad, but it's definitely not on the same quality level as they used to be as several others review note. I wish they'd spent less money on the overdone packaging and invested that in maintaining the high quality Cross for which Cross used to be known. Don't get me wrong, it's a nice been, it's just not nearly as nice and impressive as it used to be.
2210641
Bought one for a vacation home, as had been using for at home for many years.  It seems the current version is cheap - glass is thinner, metal is not as good, and the plunger seems cheap.  The glass container slips too easily in and out of the metal, making cleaning harder...I worry about it slipping out unexpectedly and breaking.  I love my old one, i don't like the new one.  If I knew it was going to feel this "cheap:, I would have bought an equivalent of a different brand at a lower price.
2061022
I have an another Original California Car Duster that's about six or so years old that I keep in the trunck of my Jaguar.  I recently bought another car, and decided I wanted a duster to keep in the trunk of that car too.  I ordered this one thinking it would be the same as the older one I have.  It's not.  The number of fiber strands has been significantly reduced when compared to the old one.  While it still does the job, it's not as good as the old one.  I was expecting it to be the same quality, given they are calling it the "Original" California Car Duster.
2162849
Puchased this to replace a Circulon 2 12-Inch Open French Skillet that we got in November 2006.  The non-stick surface was starting to wear on the original.  This Contempo pan is not the same quality as the one from 2006 and is much lighter.  We hope it lasts at least as long as the original (5 years).
4454879
Just replaced the same exact model Acroprint time clock that we had for over 10 years. But this new one doesn't print as clearly as the old one. When it prints a 4 it is very difficult to tell if it's a 1 or a 4. The old one was crystal clear but this one is not. Once again, another new product not being built as good as they once were.
2394733
We bought this same set up several years ago - which we still have and works wonderfully.  The plunger is the same.  However, the canister has changed and not in good ways.  This new model has thin "springs" that open and close the canister which seem like they will loose their spring if they don't rust and break first.  The plastic walls of the container are much thinner.  The drain holes are much small now too.  Why can't good things just stay the same?  I still think it looks good and do not regret the purchase...I just don't the cheapening of the product.
3460375
Not sure if the quality changed, but I'm re-ordering after having my old one for years.

It looks like the new version of these aren't as good as the old ones. The old material used to keep tight around my cards for years, but this new wallet had my cards sliding out within days.
660646
Not as good as the older version, but can't afford the price of that unit. This one is harder to use.
971998
Have to admit this product does not measure up to the one I bought in the 80s and still have. Much lighter and thinner. No handles so difficult to move when hot. It does heat up much faster and hotter than older model so don't need to set as high. I noticed that the Teflon surface is beginning to wear on the edges after only a few uses. Don't think I will be using this one forca few decades  too bad that westbend did not maintain their product quality.
1778134
I had an old unit from the same manufacturer that last many many years. The new one is fine, but I doubt it will last that long. The telescopic handle looks better but the new design made the bottom of it not as strong as it used to be and the wheels bend to the side when the bag is loaded; a big bummer. Don't you try the stuff before you bring it to the market?! It is still a good option for those who like a carry on garment bag with a huge amount of space.
440457
Little disappointed.... and will be returning this item. Not due to function. I think it is a great design and am excited to use it, but this is the OLD version.
PLEASE NOTE- there has been a newer model released, more comfort and better functionality.
To be honest I feel that the Seller, SPIDER should have it listed as OLD model.
I will try and find the new model on Amazon.
4525213
Not as good as older model but cheap. Bought to replace ten plus year old model, and this is not the same. Non stick surface is not holding up and it tends to have hot spots that create uneven cooking.