Why is this older model more expensive then the newer model by and through Ooma. Is it better?
518429
this is wireless it is 50.00 more because of wireless device if you a have room to wire directly to router then get the cheaper one i have 1 wire to router for my other winter home and wireless for router to Ooma one for 5yrs i hope i helped they work great
610550
This is the latest residential model. You'll need to check their website, www.ooma.com, for the business model.
12490
Each model is different, and there are multiple traffic services. The ClearChannel traffic service that comes with this model by default (with the integrated FM receiver) is $60 for a *LIFETIME UPGRADE* according to this page on the Garmin website. https://shop.garmin.com/fmtraffic/select_service_plan.asp?L=EN&CR=1&PR=1 Just keep in mind that you may want to consider the 265WT which sells for about $250, or perhaps just hold out a little longer for the 765T to drop in price, if the traffic feature is a deal-breaker for you. Note that there are many trade-offs between the entry level (200 series) and mid-range (700 series) models that I listed above. Then again, you may just want to buy this and add traffic, but keep all this in mind. ***************************** There is another option for this unit. The MSN service, which has their own traffic, is a little more expensive but actually includes more for the money (such as gas prices, weather, movie times, news, etc). You get the first year free when you buy the optional receiver. Then you can choose to pay by year or pay once for lifetime service (about twice as much as the ClearChannel Traffic service). Garmin GDB 50 MSN Direct Receiver http://www.amazon.com/Garmin-Direct-Replacement-Receiver-StreetPilot/dp/B000MFINWA/ With the purchase of a separate Garmin GDB50 receiver, you'll get a full 12 months of free service from MSN Direct. Free Trial 12 months Annual Payment Plan $49.95/yr One-Time Payment Plan $129.95 Here was the link where I got the info on the second plan option from the MSN service. http://www.msndirect.com/devices.aspx?DeviceDetailsfromServices=Garmin Note this special offer (which would add 6 months to the initial year that is included). " Limited time offer Extend your service within the first 30 days from free trial activation and get an additional 6 months of MSN Direct for only $19.95 (20% savings off the annual price)." http://www.msndirect.com/pricing.aspx
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one owners say they only use the ooma linx and still get phone service..so is some saying using the oom telo is a way to get us customers to spend mo money?
1515356
wtf is right. why is this going for almost 3x it's regular price? surely there is a new and improved version out there (which normally makes the price of the older model go DOWN). does anyone know?
1035399
The old model can be jail broken which places this in high demand. Because it's in high demand but short supply (when they're all gone, there won't be anymore), sellers can charge a premium price.
1535897
I just don't understand when basic connectivity became such a premium feature that it's worth more than a third the cost of the original device. I guess I can just vote with my dollars and not buy one =\
1444907
I brought referbished and its just like new but an older model. Honestly, I could find no difference from a newer model and saved a lot of money.
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I want to know the difference between the following models,F5915905 silver ( sold at Walmart) $139.83F5912900 ( Amazon) $168.82F5918900 (Amazon) $181.92C3820 Commercial ( ABC VAC) $199.99Do any of these machines have a attachment hose that is permently hooked up, so you can change on the fly to the upolstrey hose . I had 2 of these machines a few years ago that the hose was hooked up all the time but have not seen them made like that much anymore.The F5912900 on Amazon shows in the description as coming with a 1 yr warranty ( twice it says 1 year) and then it is also written once that it is a two year warranty.rhth@comcast.net I want to know the difference between the following models,F5915905 silver ( sold at Walmart) $139.83F5912900 ( Amazon) $168.82F5918900 (Amazon) $181.92C3820 Commercial ( ABC VAC) $199.99Do any of these machines have a attachment hose that is permently hooked up, so you can change on the fly to the upolstrey hose . I had 2 of these machines a few years ago that the hose was hooked up all the time but have not seen them made like that much anymore.The F5912900 on Amazon shows in the description as coming with a 1 yr warranty ( twice it... » Read More I want to know the difference between the following models,F5915905 silver ( sold at Walmart) $139.83F5912900 ( Amazon) $168.82F5918900 (Amazon) $181.92C3820 Commercial ( ABC VAC) $199.99Do any of these machines have a attachment hose that is permently hooked up, so you can change on the fly to the upolstrey hose . I had 2 of these machines a few years ago that the hose was hooked up all the time but have not seen them made like that much anymore.The F5912900 on Amazon shows in the description as coming with a 1 yr warranty ( twice it says 1 year) and then it is also written once that it is a two year warranty.rhth@comcast.net « Show Less
610549
As far as I know it is the latest and greatest. It was when I bought it last month. I know they're older models that aren't compatible with all Ooma's features. This one is however compatible with all the latest features.
53173
Yeah it's pretty sad. Old out dated model's price increasing. Seems like counter intuitive of how things work.
952431
Yes, I was reviewing it and was thinking to buy the more expensive one as I thought it must be better in some way, then I discovered that the cheaper one was newer and had more zoom options. Rare instance where going cheaper is getting the better product.
475392
There are working models available that are more expensive. The $35 offering seems to be a non-working model.
1482597
Hi, I really don't know why apparently a newer model costs less than the older one. As I wrote in my review, this product turned out to be a useless device, it could be because of a defect, I'm not sure. Maybe I should have bought an "EDIMAX" model instead. Hope you have a better luck. Regards,Agron
99987
It was recently purchased as new from a third party seller on Amazon. Verizon is now selling the newer model (the SCH-1915) for $140 more.
2024571
Most likely the one with the higher price has the newest update, but if you connect it to WiFi it will automatically update for free.
350632
I have no idea why it's priced so high. I bought mine at Walmart at a much lower price. This is actually now an older version, too.