Is it worth it after the two firmware updates ? Anyone has any insight on this ? The price has been very attractive currently but I am not sure if the two firmware updates have all the dreadful bugs fixed or if there are still some that still break the deal ... ? Is it worth it after the two firmware updates ? Anyone has any insight on this ? The price has been very attractive currently but I am not sure if the two firmware updates have all the dreadful... » Read More Is it worth it after the two firmware updates ? Anyone has any insight on this ? The price has been very attractive currently but I am not sure if the two firmware updates have all the dreadful bugs fixed or if there are still some that still break the deal ... ? « Show Less
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I'm certain that both above mentioned cameras produce excellent images. They both have high resolution 3 inch screens, but to say P7000's images are better because they look better on the camera's LCD screen is akin to saying one blonde looks better than the other one from 100 yards out. You can't really make a meaningful comparison until you've uploaded the files to the computer and view them under magnification.
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I recently purchased this camera. I fully agree with the success of the firmware updates. I tried a P7000 from a local retailer when it was first introduced but returned it. I can attest to the improvements being REAL and VERY EFFECTIVE. I would like to add I recently shot some comparison photos with my P7000 and my D300 with the 18-200 VR Nikkor zoom. I haven't downloaded to my computer at this point but the on camera screen appearance of the photos on the backs of each camera gives the edge to the P7000!!! If you find that hard to believe...so do I. I'll do more shots, download to my computer and report the results. I recently purchased this camera. I fully agree with the success of the firmware updates. I tried a P7000 from a local retailer when it was first introduced but returned it. I can attest to the improvements being REAL and VERY EFFECTIVE. I would like to add I recently shot some comparison photos with my P7000 and my D300 with the 18-200 VR Nikkor zoom. I haven't downloaded to my computer at this point but the on camera screen appearance of the photos on the backs of each camera gives the edge to the P7000!!! If you find that hard to believe...so do I. I'll do more shots, download to my... » Read More I recently purchased this camera. I fully agree with the success of the firmware updates. I tried a P7000 from a local retailer when it was first introduced but returned it. I can attest to the improvements being REAL and VERY EFFECTIVE. I would like to add I recently shot some comparison photos with my P7000 and my D300 with the 18-200 VR Nikkor zoom. I haven't downloaded to my computer at this point but the on camera screen appearance of the photos on the backs of each camera gives the edge to the P7000!!! If you find that hard to believe...so do I. I'll do more shots, download to my computer and report the results. « Show Less
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The firmware have solved pretty much any complaints one could have about this camera. It operates faster (especially in RAW, which was a serious weak point before), and the software bugs have been dealt with effectively.
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Ditto to J. Kim, photos always look good on the tiny (well compared with an LCD monitor of course) screen, you can at least ZOOM in on the photos to check out the noise factor, check it against what ISO the shot was taken in. Under the law of physics, there is really no way a 1/1.7" sensor can produce images that are on par or better than an APS-C sensor. Although they may look close. Thanks Grandpa Bill, for your comment. With that said, I almost laughed out loud when someone told me he could take a picture from the 8-megapixel iPhone just as good as a DSLR ! !!! LOL! I am still laughing ! ; ) Ditto to J. Kim, photos always look good on the tiny (well compared with an LCD monitor of course) screen, you can at least ZOOM in on the photos to check out the noise factor, check it against what ISO the shot was taken in. Under the law of physics, there is really no way a 1/1.7" sensor can produce images that are on par or better than an APS-C sensor. Although they may look close. Thanks Grandpa Bill, for your comment. With that said, I almost laughed out loud when someone told me he could take a picture from the 8-megapixel iPhone just as good as a DSLR ! !!! LOL! I am... » Read More Ditto to J. Kim, photos always look good on the tiny (well compared with an LCD monitor of course) screen, you can at least ZOOM in on the photos to check out the noise factor, check it against what ISO the shot was taken in. Under the law of physics, there is really no way a 1/1.7" sensor can produce images that are on par or better than an APS-C sensor. Although they may look close. Thanks Grandpa Bill, for your comment. With that said, I almost laughed out loud when someone told me he could take a picture from the 8-megapixel iPhone just as good as a DSLR ! !!! LOL! I am still laughing ! ; ) « Show Less
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Amazon raised the price 50 bucks and I missed the best deal- note Target sells it for $249.99 (w free shipping).
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For the price of middle of the road P&S; price, you get a fantastically capable high-end P&S; camera. The image quality of this camera was never in question, just check with various photo gear sites. It was the slow RAW write time and focusing inconsistency that caused this camera to get bad reviews. The firmware update effectively corrects these problems. Only thing lacking about this camera is 1080HD video capability that some of the newer and even cheaper P&S; cameras have.
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They raised the price because people realized this being a little photography gem after the two firmware fixes and started buying.
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I have only had my Coby for a little over a week and decided that doing the firmware upgrade was probably a good idea. I noticed mine wasn't on the most recent release. I figure that they have probably had a few of these machine instock for a while so the firmware wouldn't be up to date.
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I read that this was an issue related to an earlier version of the software in the AP. Go to their website, download the new firmware and follow the directions to install it. This is supposed to correct the issue. I got updated firmware as soon as I installed the AP and I have not had any problems.
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I do not have an update as of this time, but I am told the Pioneer will be capable. They seem to be the one on the cutting edge. So I would check for a Firmware update for your unit. I am not in desperate need of triple or four layer Blu-ray, but will probably update just the same. Usually, they have more than one item or capability in each update. That generally means improvement on several fronts.
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There's no information from Sabrent that identifies anything about a firmware update or an answer to your second question. I will get in touch with a Sabrent PR Representative to seek information.
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Haven't heard of a newer version but I know that some other xl's coming out are supposed to be having upgraded firmware. I would just read all the specs to make sure you are paying for what you want.
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They just came out with 1.0.0.3 Build 9 firmware... try it and see if there's any improvement
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I bought mine only 2 weeks ago and the firmware I have now is dated 8/24/07 and xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx-1036. I have not tweaked my settings yet. The defaults are looking very good with free over the air HD channels. Put in HD channels or blueray player or Hd-dvd player, if all look good then just be happy with it.I can't say for sure about the refurbished unit.
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I have found that to be the case (I submitted the review) and submitted a support case. Tech support said that this is a known problem and they are expecting a firmware update "soon". I am trying to get clarification of what "soon" means and, once it's updated, if that means it will be unlimited or if that's just going to up the 280 to another limit. I'll post again when I hear back. Jan
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The company has been out of business since December of 2010, and I would highly doubt that anyone still has files from back then. I've scoured the internet for anything related to firmware upgrades and I don't see any publications or even announcements for a firmware update. I just figured that was one of the downfalls of this frame. About your only option is to manually change the names of the files on your memory card and shuffle them that way.
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How can you tell which firmware you currently have? I bought my A3 on ebay, used.No problems. I did some tentative poking around in the menus, but can find no obvious way to see the current firmware version. Thanks
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Don't know about any firmware updates as mine has been working just fine for 4 months. It was not easy to understand the menu structure at first as there are 2 modes for the menu that offer different settings. It does excellent video quality although the sound is weak. This is a good buy for the money.
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The only time I was able to upgrade the firmware was during the initial setup, since then, I think it checks on it's on and "alerts" you an upgrade is available. Mine updated once on its own after I said it was allowed. Hope this may help you.
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The latest firmware is V1.05. I hope all of the old stock is gone and only the latest firmware version is being sold.
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I remember reading somewhere that you need to get a firmware update after you take it out of the box and that will fix all the glitches.......I would google it.
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There are no firmware updates that I am aware of. AND I would not expect to see one. These devices are priced to be a nearly disposable item. I would test thoroughly, quickly, and return it it it doesn't measure up.
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I bought my projector about 6 months ago and have done nothing to upgrade the firmware. The projector has run beautifully since I've had it with no firmware updates. You can see my review of the product on Amazon. I think the firmware concerns were with the models produced late 2011 and early 2012. You should be good now unless you get an older model or unless some new problem has cropped since I last checked.