Newer is Not Always Better
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Before you consider purchasing this book, I strongly suggest you try to find the second edition, which, while less comprehensive, is better organized.  In addition, a comparison of the two finds that some of the best images in the second edition were not carried over to the third.

The worst shortcoming of both editions is the lack of images of fully grown trees.  It's nice to know what the leaves look like but, if you are trying to identify a particular plant or select one for your garden, you need much more than is provided here.  Of course, with the incredible number of Acer Palmatum cultivars, it is unlikely any one book can do more than scratch the surface.

Nevertheless, the second edition is the first book on Japanese Maples I would buy - as a matter of fact, I just bought one after mine wandered.
4848704
Not as good as it used to be.  The install process is getting more complicated and the product is slower than in past versions.  Next upgrade I will do some serious searching to see if another program will work better for me.
1021493
I enjoyed using prior versions of this software, but the 2010 update falls short.  In this "new and improved version" you are forced to use Advanced File Management, which means you must create draw layer files for each use which is fine if you need to do that.  Older versions (as well as the non-Plus version) permit you to use both Advanced and Simplified File Management; this one only lets you use Advanced which is absurd.  Customer service was not helpful in rectifying my issue, I will be using another company's products from now on.
4295779
In December 2009, Samuel Johnson reviewed these Pentel Client pens, comparing them to the originals that he purchased in 2004.  He was very disappointed with the newer version.  I too purchased the Pentel Client in the summer of 2004, and after reading Mr. Johnson's comments I ordered the 3 pack from Amazon, with reservations.  Mr. Johnson is right, the newer pens don't write as well as the originals and the weight is different.  If you never used that original pen, you don't know what you're missing.  I probably paid about three dollars for the original Pentel Client at Staples, but the pen felt and wrote like an old Parker pen that I once owned.  The weight was perfect and it wrote smoothly and boldly.  What's more surprising, probably because I don't write much, is that it still has the original refill that it came with.  I used it to draw an eight by ten picture of an otter a few weeks ago, which involved numerous lines of ink because an otter has plenty of dark fur, and the pen still writes.

So, back to the newer Pentel version.  It's May 2012, almost three years after Mr. Johnson posted his review.  The pens I received are mostly metal, but not the same type of metal.  The old metal has a coppery appearance along the inner treads of the upper barrel and a steel-like look on the lower barrel's treads. On the new model, the upper barrel is metal and the treads perhaps zinc. The lower barrel, which is about half the size of the upper barrel, thereby representing about 1/3 of the pen's body is plastic until it reaches the tip, which is metal.  If I hold each pen, old and new, by the clicker, between my middle and index finger, the older model hangs lower because of its fuller weight.  They each contain a similar looking metal cartridge, but the older model had a wider, smoother tip.  The newer model produces a thinner line with a scratchy-feeling motion.  So, because of the inferior writing quality, I agree with Mr. Johnson, but the Pentel Client still has a nice look.  If you're not looking for appearance, you'll probably do better with the inexpensive Bic Atlantis or other plastic click pen.  I'm still looking for a smooth writing pen that produces bold lines.  If anyone out there knows if the Parker Sonnet or other well known brand of ball point or roller ball pen clicks instead of twists, please leave a comment.
1302378
Lacks a clear instruction for upgrading software to enable analysis of newer models.
4812091
I've owned the lower model (STVG-1008) black and white CRT screen model and surprisingly this newer color LCD version isn't as good in some areas. I mean the color screen helps alot to see the words better. The iPod dock is great for improve Karaoke via YouTube using an iPhone.

But the speakers are a cheaper quality and rattle when you move them. The microphones are cheaper and cutout if you sing loudly.

The only reason I kept this unit was to replace the older and lower model unit I had where CD player part died. I then reused the older units speakers and microphones on this newer model and had the best unit overall. If it weren't for the fact I had better quality parts from the older unit I wouldn't have kept this newer model.
3500415
I've had a Garmin 405 for 3+ years, and have run more than 2000 miles with it over the last three years. I upgraded to this newer version because I wanted to add more capabilities for swim and bike tracking. However, I didn't expect to lose functionality that I had before.

The functionality issues are strangely erratic. Very often, the data is simply not available for upload to Garmin Connect or Runkeeper. I suspect that this has something to do with the USB pen which wirelessly receives the updates. Sometimes this lacunae is temporary, and I can actually upload data a few days or days later. But not always: right now I am awaiting ability to upload data from Friday, which has not hit the system even though data from yesterday and today is available.

Another problem is the heart rate monitor. While the soft strap is slightly nicer against the skin, I have three times been unable to make any consistent connection with the watch. Today I used the hard strap I had from my earlier Garmin watch, and it could only update for abut 1 mile out of the half marathon I ran. I also don't like that the soft strap doesn't have a nice key-and-lock connector like the old version; often it is easier simply to slip over my body than actually clasp/unclasp.

A third problem seems to be the pace indicator. The pace per lap is fairly good and consistent, but the current pace is generally quite too fast. I understand of course that the current pace jumps up and down (I have had a garmin for thousands of miles of running, after all), but the data is generally a minute per mile faster than the overall lap indicator and not at all consistent with how things actually seem to be going.

I wonder whether all this reflects a defective watch, but of course I can't tell. All I can say right now is that the $499 spent on the triathlon bundle was a great disappointment.
1525404
This version does not transmit as clearly as older models, and also has a larger footprint in the outlet which depending on the layout of your car's dash, can get in the way of some things.  On the plus side, it charges iPhones now.  Auto-station ID does not always work correctly.
369734
apps up there don't really have the quality you find on iphone. It may change since new one is coming out with new os
1193825
I have an older single-bay version of this unit that I like a lot but is no longer available. I wasn't expecting that this slightly newer version would have a completely different UI. I think that Zyxel was shooting for something that looks like the ones on Synology and Qnap boxes. But I much prefer the older version and I wish I could downgrade. And I miss the colorful LEDs on the older design.

Both of the Zyxels are rock-solid. But so are LG, Synology, and Qnap NASes that I have. If I had it to do over, I'd probably get another Qnap.
1807947
Upgrading from a NUVI660 and some of the new features are nice, but some of the changes are not so nice. If I could I would trade it in for a 3590LMT.  The letters are too small when trying to enter the searches.  I do like the lane features.  I do not understand why the mount has a separate speaker from the GPS.  It is more cumbersome to get to my Saved (or Favorite) locations.  There are extra steps.
2308746
It's effective for what it is, though now it's a bit outdated. Nothing is wrong with it in any regard, it has simply been outclassed
3355855
I like the previous model way better than this new one if I were you I'd buy the older style if its availble. I know I will be.
3312212
I was happier with the old version. This version my have good features, but the easy things are harder to do.
4610950
I bought this but its so hard to update but this is why the used model i bought no one had updated it. So when i updated it worked so much better as there are so many updates upto 2013.  Touch screen is not capasitive you must push in better with nails.
Pros it tells you what side your address is in and a sound alert to tell you to turn.
4360270
An older version I picked up that was a bit better than the latest Writer's Digest edition.  The newer edition is basically an update but its beginning to sag.
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Overall, I'm very happy with its performance, but I was expecting it to be more user friendly in terms of changing its bitsetting or book type.  It can only be done with certain software and is not always reliable.