HP ScanJet 7450c Scanner
Average customer rating: 2.5 out of 5 stars
  • A Great Scanner That Does A Lot Of Things
  • Expected better from HP
  • A very poor scanner; Very noisy and Poor photo scan quality
  • A very poor scanner; Very noisy and Poor photo scan quality
  • great scanner
HP ScanJet 7450c Scanner

Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

FlatbedFlatbed | Scanners | Office Electronics | Categories | Electronics
Flatbed ScannersFlatbed Scanners | Printers & Scanners | Camera & Photo | Categories | Electronics
ScannersScanners | Printers & Scanners | Apple | Custom Brands | Custom Stores | Specialty Stores | Electronics Features | Electronics
Office ElectronicsOffice Electronics | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
Digital ImagingDigital Imaging | Hewlett-Packard | Camera & Photo Brands | Camera & Photo Features | Electronics
Image ScannersImage Scanners | Hewlett-Packard | Camera & Photo Brands | Camera & Photo Features | Electronics
Printers & ScannersPrinters & Scanners | Used Photo & Camera | Specialty Stores | Camera & Photo Features | Electronics
All Hewlett-PackardAll Hewlett-Packard | Hewlett-Packard | Computers Brands | Computers Features | Electronics
Digital ImagingDigital Imaging | Other HP Products | Hewlett-Packard | Computers Brands | Computers Features | Electronics
Image ScannersImage Scanners | Other HP Products | Hewlett-Packard | Computers Brands | Computers Features | Electronics
Accessories:
  1. Belkin F3U134-10 USB Extension Cable (10-Feet) Belkin F3U134-10 USB Extension Cable (10-Feet)
  2. Monster Cable MP AV600 Power Protector Monster Cable MP AV600 Power Protector
  3. Monster PC700 Computer PowerCenter¿ with Surge Protection Monster PC700 Computer PowerCenter¿ with Surge Protection
  4. Canon 1029A004 Photo Paper Pro for BJC-8200 (8.5"x11", 15 Sheets ) Canon 1029A004 Photo Paper Pro for BJC-8200 (8.5"x11", 15 Sheets )
  5. Acoustic Research AR-8V 8-Outlet, 1284 Joule, $50,000 CEW Surge Protector Acoustic Research AR-8V 8-Outlet, 1284 Joule, $50,000 CEW Surge Protector

Product Features:
  • Professional color scanner
  • 2,400 x 2,400 optical resolution
  • 7 preconfigured control buttons for the most commonly used tasks
  • Top-lit transparency adapter included
  • Integrated OCR software

ASIN: B00005AAJQ

Product Description

HP Scanjet 7400c series scanners deliver high speeds and uncompromising quality with HP's exclusive scanning technology. You'll get up to 2400 dpi with a preview scan in as little as four seconds. With office-ready features like a legal-size scanning bed, top-lit transparency adapter, optional automatic document feeder, and robust image-editing software, creating impressive communication projects and documents will be a breeze.HP Scanjet 7450c includes all features of the 7400c plus automatic document feeder and Iris Readiris Pro 6.0 OCR software for converting text to electronic files.

Amazon.com Product Description

The Hewlett-Packard ScanJet 7450c is designed for businesses requiring high-speed scanning, with a larger scan bed suited for a broad range oforiginals. Seven front-panel buttons e-mail, fax, copy, file, and edit yourimages, plus provide access to even more features. The software for doingall of this is furnished with the unit, plus you can edit scanned documentswith the fully automated optical character recognition (OCR). With 2,400-dpioptical resolution, unlimited enhanced resolution, and 48-bit colorprocessing, you'll get consistent colors and crisp, black text.

The 7450c is shipped with a top-lit transparency adapter to scan multiple35mm slides, negatives, and up to 5-by-5-inch transparencies, plus a50-page automatic document feeder to expand your scanning up to 15 pages per minute. TheHP 7450c scanner also includes a 16-character display front panel foreasier operations. The 7450c offers fast and easy installation througheither USB or SCSI ports (kit included), offering both Macs and PCs plug-and-playefficiencyfor peripheral devices. Hewlett-Packard offers a one-year warranty onhardware.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars A Great Scanner That Does A Lot Of Things.......2003-05-18

I love this scanner! I got it over a year ago and it is still working strong. I got it for the ADF feature. I use the ADF with Acrobat Writer. Very rarely does the ADF jam and when it does its due mostly to user error. When it does jam it does not eat the paper and itýs easy to correct. The software that comes with it is simple to use. Make sure your computer has loads of memory if you plan on scanning anything over 600dpi. Iýve also used this to archive photos taken on the job and it does a great job at that. I donýt suggest buying this scanner if your main requirement is film or slides. For that you should get a dedicated machine. Iýve used with USB and SCSI. SCSI is faster but usually I donýt notice the difference unless Iým scanning over 600 dpi. The only bad thing I can say about this machine is that it can be noise. Good luck.

1 out of 5 stars Expected better from HP.......2003-03-18

Very noisy & slow scanner.
ADF unit stopped working after 6 months.
Scans not the best, would not reccomend.

1 out of 5 stars A very poor scanner; Very noisy and Poor photo scan quality.......2003-01-29

When using the automatic document feeder, it produces document scans that are skewed slightly. HP technical support says this is normal. I find this completely unsatisfactory. You will not be able to produce accurate document scans.

Do not purchase this scanner if you intend to scan photographs. The scan quality if very poor. Scans appear with no contrast and overly pixelated in dark areas of photo scans. The colors do not appear correct.

The performance is also unsatisfactory. It is very slow and extremely noisy.

1 out of 5 stars A very poor scanner; Very noisy and Poor photo scan quality.......2003-01-29

When using the automatic document feeder, it produces document scans that are skewed slightly. HP technical support says this is normal. I find this completely unsatisfactory. You will not be able to produce accurate document scans.

Do not purchase this scanner if you intend to scan photographs. The scan quality if very poor. Scans appear with no contrast and overly pixelated in dark areas of photo scans. The colors do not appear correct.

The performance is also unsatisfactory. It is very slow and extremely noisy.

4 out of 5 stars great scanner.......2002-10-08

i especially like being able to do 8.4 x 14! very nice indeed!
HP ScanJet 7450C - Flatbed scanner - Legal - 2400 dpi x 2400 dpi - ADF ( 50 sheets ) - USB / SCSI
Average customer rating: Not rated
    HP ScanJet 7450C - Flatbed scanner - Legal - 2400 dpi x 2400 dpi - ADF ( 50 sheets ) - USB / SCSI

    Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard
    ProductGroup: CE
    Binding: Electronics

    ScannersScanners | Office Electronics | Categories | Electronics | Flatbed | Handheld | Sheet-Fed | Slide & Photo
    All Hewlett-PackardAll Hewlett-Packard | Hewlett-Packard | Computers Brands | Computers Features | Electronics
    Digital ImagingDigital Imaging | Other HP Products | Hewlett-Packard | Computers Brands | Computers Features | Electronics
    Image ScannersImage Scanners | Other HP Products | Hewlett-Packard | Computers Brands | Computers Features | Electronics
    ASIN: B00066GYBW

    Product Description

    HP Scanjet 7400c series scanners deliver high speeds and uncompromising quality with HP's exclusive scanning technology. You'll get up to 2400 dpi with a preview scan in as little as four seconds. With office-ready features like a legal-size scanning bed, top-lit transparency adapter, optional automatic document feeder, and robust image-editing software, creating impressive communication projects and documents will be a breeze.HP Scanjet 7450c includes all features of the 7400c plus automatic document feeder and Iris Readiris Pro 6.0 OCR software for converting text to electronic files.
    HP ScanJet 7450C - Flatbed scanner - A4 - 2400 dpi x 2400 dpi - ADF ( 50 sheets ) - USB / SCSI
    Average customer rating: Not rated
      HP ScanJet 7450C - Flatbed scanner - A4 - 2400 dpi x 2400 dpi - ADF ( 50 sheets ) - USB / SCSI

      Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard
      ProductGroup: CE
      Binding: Electronics

      ScannersScanners | Office Electronics | Categories | Electronics | Flatbed | Handheld | Sheet-Fed | Slide & Photo
      All Hewlett-PackardAll Hewlett-Packard | Hewlett-Packard | Computers Brands | Computers Features | Electronics
      Digital ImagingDigital Imaging | Other HP Products | Hewlett-Packard | Computers Brands | Computers Features | Electronics
      Image ScannersImage Scanners | Other HP Products | Hewlett-Packard | Computers Brands | Computers Features | Electronics
      ASIN: B000H80C7Q

      Product Description

      HP Scanjet 7400c series scanners deliver high speeds and uncompromising quality with HP's exclusive scanning technology. You'll get up to 2400 dpi with a preview scan in as little as four seconds. With office-ready features like a legal-size scanning bed, top-lit transparency adapter, optional automatic document feeder, and robust image-editing software, creating impressive communication projects and documents will be a breeze.HP Scanjet 7450c includes all features of the 7400c plus automatic document feeder and Iris Readiris Pro 6.0 OCR software for converting text to electronic files.
      HP ScanJet 7450C - Flatbed scanner - Legal - 2400 dpi x 2400 dpi - ADF ( 50 sheets ) - USB / SCSI
      Average customer rating: Not rated
        HP ScanJet 7450C - Flatbed scanner - Legal - 2400 dpi x 2400 dpi - ADF ( 50 sheets ) - USB / SCSI

        Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard
        ProductGroup: CE
        Binding: Electronics

        ScannersScanners | Office Electronics | Categories | Electronics | Flatbed | Handheld | Sheet-Fed | Slide & Photo
        Digital ImagingDigital Imaging | Hewlett-Packard | Camera & Photo Brands | Camera & Photo Features | Electronics
        Image ScannersImage Scanners | Hewlett-Packard | Camera & Photo Brands | Camera & Photo Features | Electronics
        All Hewlett-PackardAll Hewlett-Packard | Hewlett-Packard | Computers Brands | Computers Features | Electronics
        Digital ImagingDigital Imaging | Other HP Products | Hewlett-Packard | Computers Brands | Computers Features | Electronics
        Image ScannersImage Scanners | Other HP Products | Hewlett-Packard | Computers Brands | Computers Features | Electronics
        Office ElectronicsOffice Electronics | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
        ASIN: B0009MJ93I

        Product Description

        HP Scanjet 7400c series scanners deliver high speeds and uncompromising quality with HP's exclusive scanning technology. You'll get up to 2400 dpi with a preview scan in as little as four seconds. With office-ready features like a legal-size scanning bed, top-lit transparency adapter, optional automatic document feeder, and robust image-editing software, creating impressive communication projects and documents will be a breeze.HP Scanjet 7450c includes all features of the 7400c plus automatic document feeder and Iris Readiris Pro 6.0 OCR software for converting text to electronic files.

        MD7151 2 5.8GHZ 2 Handsets Digital Phone Cordless Base Station
        Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
        • Motorola wireless telephone
        • Very slick phone
        MD7151 2 5.8GHZ 2 Handsets Digital Phone Cordless Base Station

        Manufacturer: Motorola
        ProductGroup: CE
        Binding: Electronics

        Cordless TelephonesCordless Telephones | Telephones | Office Electronics | Categories | Electronics | 900 MHz - Analog | 900 MHz - Digital | 900 MHz - DSS | Corded-Cordless Combos | Expandable Multi-Handset | Extra Handset Included | Kids' | Multi-Line | Speakerphones | With Answering Device | With Caller ID
        Office ElectronicsOffice Electronics | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
        PhonesPhones | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
        MotorolaMotorola | Brands | Electronics Features | Electronics
        ClearanceClearance | Categories | Target
        Similar Items:
        1. SD7504 5.8GHZ Digital Sytem Cordless Handset for MD7100 Series SD7504 5.8GHZ Digital Sytem Cordless Handset for MD7100 Series
        2. MD7151 3 5.8GHZ 3 Handsets Digital Phone Cordless Base Station MD7151 3 5.8GHZ 3 Handsets Digital Phone Cordless Base Station
        3. Panasonic KX-TCA60 Hands-free headset Panasonic KX-TCA60 Hands-free headset
        4. Sling Media Slingbox PRO ( SB200-100 ) Sling Media Slingbox PRO ( SB200-100 )

        Accessories:
        1. APC PH8VT3 8-outlet SurgeArrest with Tel2/Splitter and Coax Protection APC PH8VT3 8-outlet SurgeArrest with Tel2/Splitter and Coax Protection
        2. PhotoShare 2.4-Inch Digital Photo Album PhotoShare 2.4-Inch Digital Photo Album
        3. 3-Year Extended Service Plan - Covers Electronic Items $0-$200 - Replacement 3-Year Extended Service Plan - Covers Electronic Items $0-$200 - Replacement

        Product Features:
        • 50-name and number caller ID memory (activation required), Hands-free intercom between rooms , Backlit keypad with voicemail indicator , Personlize handset with 10 selectable ring tones , Includes rechargeable NiMH battery

        ASIN: B000F9WFKO

        Product Description

        Motorola is a global leader in providing integrated communications and embedded electronic solutions. Today, Motorola is harnessing the power of wireless, broadband and the Internet to deliver embedded chip system level and end-to-end network communication solutions for the individual, work team, vehicle and home.

        Customer Reviews:

        4 out of 5 stars Motorola wireless telephone.......2007-05-23

        Functions well. Phone book setup is straightforward but arduous. Good value portable phone.

        5 out of 5 stars Very slick phone.......2007-01-10

        This phone works very well and was easy to set up. We have two on our second floor. Both work off of the same phone book and phone connection. Sound and quality are excellent.
        MD7151 3 5.8GHZ 3 Handsets Digital Phone Cordless Base Station
        Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
        • Not worth it
        • Where's the bleepin battery indicator?!
        • Decent phone system, but not the best
        • Good Phones With Nice Features
        • Works in a difficult environment
        MD7151 3 5.8GHZ 3 Handsets Digital Phone Cordless Base Station

        Manufacturer: Motorola
        ProductGroup: CE
        Binding: Electronics

        Cordless TelephonesCordless Telephones | Telephones | Office Electronics | Categories | Electronics | 900 MHz - Analog | 900 MHz - Digital | 900 MHz - DSS | Corded-Cordless Combos | Expandable Multi-Handset | Extra Handset Included | Kids' | Multi-Line | Speakerphones | With Answering Device | With Caller ID
        Office ElectronicsOffice Electronics | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
        PhonesPhones | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
        MotorolaMotorola | Brands | Electronics Features | Electronics
        TelephonesTelephones | Electronics | Categories | Target
        Similar Items:
        1. SD7504 5.8GHZ Digital Sytem Cordless Handset for MD7100 Series SD7504 5.8GHZ Digital Sytem Cordless Handset for MD7100 Series
        2. Plantronics Cordless Headset Plantronics Cordless Headset
        3. MD7151 2 5.8GHZ 2 Handsets Digital Phone Cordless Base Station MD7151 2 5.8GHZ 2 Handsets Digital Phone Cordless Base Station
        4. Acer AL2216Wbd 22" LCD Monitor - Black Acer AL2216Wbd 22" LCD Monitor - Black
        5. Bear Naked All-Natural Granola, Fruit and Nut, 12-Ounce Bags (Pack of 6) Bear Naked All-Natural Granola, Fruit and Nut, 12-Ounce Bags (Pack of 6)

        Accessories:
        1. Plantronics Cordless Headset Plantronics Cordless Headset
        2. Monster Mobile Itip for Motorola Phone Monster Mobile Itip for Motorola Phone
        3. 3-Year Extended Service Plan - Covers Electronic Items $0-$200 - Replacement 3-Year Extended Service Plan - Covers Electronic Items $0-$200 - Replacement

        Product Features:
        • Great range and audio performance with 5.8GHz FHSS Digital Technology
        • Phone book holds up to 50 names of family and friends and is accessible from any handset; personalize each handset with 1 of 10 selectable ringtones
        • No need to worry about additional phone jacks; expandable up to 4 total handsets
        • Enjoy long battery life with the rechargeable NiMH battery; find your lost handset easily with the page feature

        ASIN: B000FJUAS8

        Product Description

        Motorola is a global leader in providing integrated communications and embedded electronic solutions. Today, Motorola is harnessing the power of wireless, broadband and the Internet to deliver embedded chip system level and end-to-end network communication solutions for the individual, work team, vehicle and home.

        Customer Reviews:

        1 out of 5 stars Not worth it.......2007-08-28

        As mentioned in previous reviews, this phone does not have a battery indicator. It also does not tell you how low your battery is. So in the middle of the conversation, it just goes dead without warning. I had Motorola replaced the battery, because I was only getting a talk time of 30 minutes max... which is due to the phone always continuously being charged. But how is a consumer suppose to know when to charge the phone if there is no battery indicator. Stay away from this phone.

        1 out of 5 stars Where's the bleepin battery indicator?!.......2007-08-20

        The phone sounds great. I don't have a problem with the sound. The size, great. It's light, great. Not too thrilled with its menus, but that I could live with.

        My major beef is that there's NO REASON the battery indicator can not indicate what the battery status is when the phone is not on the base. What the heck's the point of knowing the battery status only when it's on the base?? And even then, it doesn't give you a battery life status, it gives you a battery charging status. OF COURSE I KNOW THE THING'S CHARGING IN THE BASE if the light's green.

        So, the point is if you're like me and leave your phone off of the base for a few days at a time (because I still do not trust that keeping them on the charger will not kill the battery), expect to be in the middle of a conversation and hear a beep, or simply come back to pick up a dead phone.

        This one, small, inconvenience is sending me searching for a new phone. After a couple of frustrating hours on the phone with various customer service reps today, the beep came at the wrong time. Of course, had I known that battery life was at less than 1/3rd, I would have run to get a new handset before starting the last call.

        It's like Ford selling a car without a fuel gauge - or worst yet, Ford selling a car that tells you the fuel state only when there's a gas pump in the tank (because you always need to know how much gas you have while the pump is in the tank). Seems too simple to miss, therefore inexcusable.

        3 out of 5 stars Decent phone system, but not the best.......2007-07-26

        These phones were a replacemenbt for an older (6 year old?) cordless system which was nothing special b ut batteries started dieing. The range on these Motorola phones is lower than the older system, even though the base station is in the same place. It's in a house, so the signal only needs to travel through walls, wood, wiring, and the occasional appliance. On the plus side, the base-station-based address book is a nice touch. Also lots of bells and whistles for transferring calls, etc., but nothing we would ever use.

        My biggest disappointment with the phone is the battery indicator. One of my pet peeves is batter-powered electronic devices that don't show current battery charge level. I hate not knowing if the phone has a full battery or not. I searched high and wide on Amazon.com to find a cordless phone system with a battery indicator. The promotional pictures for this product on the web site (and even the box) showed a battery symbol on the LCD screen, so I thought it would be fine. However, the battery indicator ONLY comes on when the phone is actually charging! It has a little animation showing the battery filling up, but take the phone off the charger and you're just guessing how much juice it has. I know it's a nit, but I think it is false advertising to put a picture like that on the web or on the product box.

        All in all a decent phone, but nothing to write home about.

        4 out of 5 stars Good Phones With Nice Features.......2007-07-20

        The phones work well and are easy to use. I like the small design, voicemail indicator and the speakerphone on each handset. I don't find the ringtones to be as annoying as others. The only problem is that there is a slight echo when you first make or receive a call. It stops after a few seconds, but it is still a small nuisance.

        5 out of 5 stars Works in a difficult environment.......2007-05-14

        Our previous 5.8ghz phones from VTech had a problem with our house, although the house itself isn't large at all. The phones would buzz or not have a signal at all if in the garage, master bedroom, patio, etc.
        These from Motorola work very nicely. The clarity and cleaness of reception isn't like a land-line, but it's close.
        It has the usual features you'd expect: caller-id, message waiting, etc.

        Creative Zen Micro 5 GB MP3 Player Green
        Average customer rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
        • Not that great...
        • Good until...
        • Don't buy! Fine product with bad hardware problems.
        • Good Initially but Won't Work Now
        • Unusable ... but good while it lasted.
        Creative Zen Micro 5 GB MP3 Player Green

        Manufacturer: Creative Labs
        ProductGroup: CE
        Binding: Electronics

        MP3 Players & AccessoriesMP3 Players & Accessories | Creative Labs | Custom Brands | Custom Stores | Specialty Stores | Electronics Features | Electronics
        MP3 PlayersMP3 Players | Portable Audio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
        Audio & VideoAudio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
        MP3 PlayersMP3 Players | by Type | Gifts | Specialty Stores | Computers Features | Electronics
        5 GB5 GB | Hard Drive-Based | MP3 Players | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics
        Similar Items:
        1. Creative Zen Micro 6 GB MP3 Player Black Creative Zen Micro 6 GB MP3 Player Black
        2. Creative TravelDock Speakers for Zen Micro Creative TravelDock Speakers for Zen Micro
        3. iRiver AFT 100 Mobile FM Transmitter iRiver AFT 100 Mobile FM Transmitter
        4. Creative Zen Micro Photo 8 GB MP3 Player Dark Blue Creative Zen Micro Photo 8 GB MP3 Player Dark Blue
        5. CREATIVE LABS SBS Vivid 60 Speakers (Green) CREATIVE LABS SBS Vivid 60 Speakers (Green)

        Accessories:
        1. iRiver AFT 100 Mobile FM Transmitter iRiver AFT 100 Mobile FM Transmitter
        2. Creative Zen Micro Wired Remote Control  (White) Creative Zen Micro Wired Remote Control (White)
        3. Clip-on/earbud Hybrid Headphones Clip-on/earbud Hybrid Headphones
        4. Denon AHD2000 High Performance Over-Ear Headphones Denon AHD2000 High Performance Over-Ear Headphones
        5. Jabra BT8010 Stereo/Mono Bluetooth Headset Jabra BT8010 Stereo/Mono Bluetooth Headset

        Product Features:
        • Micro-sized 5 GB digital-music player stores up to 1,250 songs at 128 kbps or 2,500 songs at 64 kbps (MP3/WMA)
        • Vertical touch pad simplifies navigation; body is curved to fit your hand
        • FM radio with 32 station presets for listening and recording; 10-hour voice recording through built-in microphone
        • 12 hours continuous playtime using the supplied rechargeable lithium-ion battery; extend your listening using multiple batteries (sold separately)
        • Includes headphones, a belt clip, a stand, and an AC/DC power adapter

        ASIN: B00067TTYK

        Product Description

        Introducing the most imaginative and eye-catching MP3 player to date! The exciting new Zen Micro carries 2,500 songs in a micro sized player and treats you to 10 electrifying colors to choose from, all with a captivating luminescent blue glow that will set you apart from the crowd.The size of your player shouldn't compromise the thousands of songs you want to listen to. Zen Micro's incredibly tiny size holds up to 2,500 songs, that's a whole weeks worth of music to enjoy and never hear the same song twice.And, with USB 2.0, you'll be able to transfer songs in a flash, spending less time at your computer and more time enraptured in your music.Only 3.3" high, this micro sized player stands tall against any other player. In such a tiny space Creative Technology has filled it with everything you'd want in an MP3 player and more!Zen Micro's contoured shape feels great when you hold it in your hand, scrolling through thousands of your favorite songs. The smooth round edges also let it slip effortlessly into your pocket. However, its stunning looks will probably make you want to keep it out where everyone can see it.Zen Micro, trimmed with a luminescent blue glow and back-lit buttons, boasts the most imaginative design of an MP3 player to date.

        Customer Reviews:

        3 out of 5 stars Not that great..........2007-09-13

        We bought one of these for my daughter and within a month the thing would freeze up. She sent it back for repairs and left the battery in. They fixed it and sent it back without the battery and told her it would cost $40 dollars for a new battery. I was mad and wrote the head of their public relations department a letter and Creative called me the next morning and had a battery overnighted to my daughter. (hint: go to the public relations for fastest results). Then it happened again and they would send a new one (didn't have to call their PR after the first one). This happend 3 more times till my daughter quit using her sony sport headphones. Then after about 3 months the headphone jack started having problems, so she brought it to me and I fixed it. And it has worked fine since then. The same thing happened to my video zen:m using the sony headphones. Evidently there something with sony headphones and creatives MP3 players. Now my daughter has a ipod nano and seems really happy with it.

        3 out of 5 stars Good until..........2007-03-16

        I bought my Zen Micro about a year ago. I loved it because it had great features at a great price. The music is pretty good and it holds a lot. The radio is good once you get it to tune. The way it is designed is great and the voice recording is useful.

        A few weeks ago though, my problems with it started. If you charge the battery when it is half-way, it makes the battery last a LOT less. It started dieing very soon. I tried to charge it, but when you take out the battery and turn it on it goes to a recovery screen. You can't get out of it easily. It is helpful but never delete the firmware. It says you can reload it onto the player through a USB plug, but you can't easily at least. Since it was more than 60 days old, they wouldn't let me talk to them over the phone. Also, it was more than a year ago so they wouldn't even help me by e-mail. They left me with a small "knoledge database" that didn't help at all. They did say though that for $12.99 you could get a 30 minute session with a "Creative tutor." I took a search to finally find the phone number. Finally I got in contact with a person and told him my problem. He told me that I could send it in and get it repaired for $60 to $100 plus $12.99 for shipping back and whatever I pay for shipping to get there. Disgusted, I decided not to pay, and just got a new player.

        So I am here to tell you that while the Zen Micro might be good, the service is absolutely terrible. Even Apple which I heard doesn't have great service has better service than Creative.

        [...]

        1 out of 5 stars Don't buy! Fine product with bad hardware problems........2007-01-20

        I got this when it first came out and like everyone else, I had the headphone jack problem. Creative wanted me to pay 90 some dollars to get it fixed. Yeah ight, for a major defect that was THEIR problem and if you weren't under warrent then too bad?!?! Not only that but the software wouldn't let me well do anything. I had to go install a new media center just to sync music. This would have been the Ipod killer if it didn't have crap service and hardware problems. Don't waste your money on Creative.

        3 out of 5 stars Good Initially but Won't Work Now.......2007-01-18

        I loved this little guy when I first bought it (about 18 months ago). Now, it won't connect via USB (maybe one time out of 10) and it freezes up when playing. I've tried everything to clean it up and correct the problem, but it still freezes. Sadly, I'll be buying a replacement from somebody else because I liked the software and easy of use.

        1 out of 5 stars Unusable ... but good while it lasted........2007-01-06

        As with everyone else, I have to wiggle and jiggle my headphone jack to get it even remotely close to working. This makes it not only impossible to use when running, but even when just walking or moving at all. For the same price you could get an iPod or better.
        Creative Zen Micro 5 GB MP3 Player Green
        Average customer rating: Not rated
          Creative Zen Micro 5 GB MP3 Player Green

          Manufacturer: Creative Labs
          ProductGroup: CE
          Binding: Electronics

          Audio & Video AccessoriesAudio & Video Accessories | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics | Antennas | Audio & Video Furniture | Batteries | Blank Media | Cables & Interconnects | Cleaning & Repair | Connectors & Inputs | Crossover Parts | Distribution | Home Audio Crossovers | Media Storage | Microphone Accessories | Plugs & Adapters | Portable Audio & Video Accessories | Remote Controls | Screws & Nuts | Selector Boxes | Sound Dampening Products | Speaker Accessories | Speaker Parts & Components | Speaker Repair | TV Accessories | VCR Rewinders | Video Converters
          5 GB5 GB | Hard Drive-Based | MP3 Players | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics
          MP3 Players & AccessoriesMP3 Players & Accessories | Creative Labs | Custom Brands | Custom Stores | Specialty Stores | Electronics Features | Electronics
          MP3 PlayersMP3 Players | Portable Audio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
          Audio & VideoAudio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
          Accessories:
          1. iTunes $15 Prepaid Card iTunes $15 Prepaid Card
          2. Shure E4c Sound Isolating Earphones Shure E4c Sound Isolating Earphones
          3. Ultimate Ears Super.fi 5 EB Earphones (White) Ultimate Ears Super.fi 5 EB Earphones (White)
          4. Ultimate Ears Super.fi 5 Pro Earphones (White) Ultimate Ears Super.fi 5 Pro Earphones (White)
          5. Belkin F8V3080 TuneCast II Mobile FM Transmitter Belkin F8V3080 TuneCast II Mobile FM Transmitter

          Product Features:
          • 5GB Storage Capacity
          • Song Capacity up to 166 hours or 2500 songs at 64kbps WMA. 83 hours or 1250 songs at 128kbps MP3
          • FM Radio
          • Live voice recorder mode is great for recording personal messages or lectures (that you can transcribe to your Windows PC)
          • Vertical touch pad for easy and intuitive navigation

          ASIN: B0009MUF7M

          Product Description

          Creative's Zen Micro is the digital audio player with attitude. Designed with ergonomics in mind, it's micro-sized and fits naturally into the hand, placing the touch-sensitive control pad in the perfect position for navigation with just one finger. The Zen Micro will store up to 2,500 songs in WMA or 1,250 in MP3 on its 5GB hard disk, and its easy-to-remove rechargeable battery delivers up to 12 hours of high-quality digital audio. FM radio and voice recording further extend its versatility. The Zen Micro is ideal for use with on-line music services and Windows PCs, supporting downloads at up to a song per second via its USB 2.0 port.

          Centrios Active Camcorder Bag (CS50BBGRY) (CS50BBGRY)
          Average customer rating: Not rated
            Centrios Active Camcorder Bag (CS50BBGRY) (CS50BBGRY)

            ProductGroup: Photography
            Binding: Electronics

            CamcorderCamcorder | Accessories | Camera & Photo | Categories | Electronics | Batteries | Battery Chargers | Blank Media | Camcorder Cables | Cases & Bags | Cleaners | Lenses | Other Camcorder Accessories | Professional Camcorder Accessories | Stabilizers | Tripods | VTR Decks
            Digital CameraDigital Camera | Accessories | Camera & Photo | Categories | Electronics | Batteries | Battery Chargers | Docking Stations | Lenses | Other Digital Camera Accessories
            All AccessoriesAll Accessories | Accessories | Camera & Photo | Categories | Electronics | Batteries, Chargers & Power Supplies | Blank Media | Cables & Cords | Cases & Bags | Cleaners | Darkroom Supplies | Film | Filters | Flashes | Lenses | Light Meters | Lighting | Other Accessories | Photo Studio | Tripods | Underwater Photography
            Product Features:
            • Gray with orange trim
            • Adjustable, removable shoulder strap
            • Padded interior and water-resistant exterior
            • Interior lid pocket and exterior front pocket
            • Weighs 1.25 pounds

            ASIN: B0006I0VM8
            Centrios Active Camcorder Bag (CS40GRY) (CS40GRY)
            Average customer rating: Not rated
              Centrios Active Camcorder Bag (CS40GRY) (CS40GRY)

              ProductGroup: Photography
              Binding: Electronics

              CategoriesCategories | Electronics | Accessories & Supplies | Audio & Video | Camera & Photo | Car Electronics | Computers & Add-Ons | GPS & Navigation | Home Automation & Security | Office Electronics
              ASIN: B0006GCE84
              Centrios Active Camcorder Bag (CS40BLK) (CS40BLK)
              Average customer rating: Not rated
                Centrios Active Camcorder Bag (CS40BLK) (CS40BLK)

                ProductGroup: Photography
                Binding: Electronics

                CategoriesCategories | Electronics | Accessories & Supplies | Audio & Video | Camera & Photo | Car Electronics | Computers & Add-Ons | GPS & Navigation | Home Automation & Security | Office Electronics
                ASIN: B0006GCF0G

                Cobra FRS 130VP 2-Way Radio and Desktop Charger (Pair)
                Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
                • Good Overall
                Cobra FRS 130VP 2-Way Radio and Desktop Charger (Pair)

                Manufacturer: Cobra
                ProductGroup: CE
                Binding: Electronics

                Audio & Video AccessoriesAudio & Video Accessories | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics | Antennas | Audio & Video Furniture | Batteries | Blank Media | Cables & Interconnects | Cleaning & Repair | Connectors & Inputs | Crossover Parts | Distribution | Home Audio Crossovers | Media Storage | Microphone Accessories | Plugs & Adapters | Portable Audio & Video Accessories | Remote Controls | Screws & Nuts | Selector Boxes | Sound Dampening Products | Speaker Accessories | Speaker Parts & Components | Speaker Repair | TV Accessories | VCR Rewinders | Video Converters
                Two-Way Radio AccessoriesTwo-Way Radio Accessories | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics | Antenna | Batteries & Chargers | Cases | Faceplates | Headsets & Microphones
                Two-Way RadioTwo-Way Radio | Battery Chargers | Batteries, Chargers & Power Supplies | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics
                All Two-Way RadiosAll Two-Way Radios | Two-Way Radios & Accessories | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics
                FRS Two-Way RadiosFRS Two-Way Radios | Two-Way Radios & Accessories | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics
                Audio & VideoAudio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
                CobraCobra | Custom Brands | Custom Stores | Specialty Stores | Electronics Features | Electronics | GPS
                Two-Way RadiosTwo-Way Radios | Radios & Communication | Emergency Preparedness | Custom Stores | Specialty Stores | Home Improvement | Home & Garden
                Accessories:
                1. Cobra MAVOX Voice-Activated Headset Cobra MAVOX Voice-Activated Headset
                2. Cobra MAEBM Ear Bud and Compact Microphone with PTT Cobra MAEBM Ear Bud and Compact Microphone with PTT

                Product Features:
                • 14 channels
                • 2-mile range
                • Dual Charger
                • NiCD rechargeable batteries included
                • Backlit LCD screen

                ASIN: B000069116

                Amazon.com Product Description

                Radio packages like this are the quickest way to get up to speed on the 2-way communications highway. The Cobra 130VP gives you everything you'll need to get up and running. As with most FRS radios, these give you a two mile range. Fourteen channels give you and your partner some flexibility in choosing an open channel. The backlit LCD screen, auto squelch, maximum range extender and beep confirmation are also key highlights you'll find on the radios. Finally, the included ear bud mics give you hands free communication, perfect for when you need both hands. But the key parts of this package are the recharging unit and included NiCD battery packs. Forget the endless trips to the store to stock up on AAA batteries. This system will recharge both unit at once via the wall adaptor. This is the package to buy if you want to get set-up and operating quickly.

                What's in the Box
                Two FRS 130 2-way radios, dual desktop charger, wall adaptor, two NiCD rechargeable batteries, two ear bud mics, belt clip, a user's manual, and a two year limited warranty.

                Customer Reviews:

                4 out of 5 stars Good Overall.......2003-07-07

                The rechargeable batteries are extrememly hard to install. Eventually (after breaking one of them) we figured out that the back clip needs to be removed before the battery plate can slide off easily. No directions whatsoever regarding this.

                The units float around a bit in the rechargable units - you have to tinker with them a bit before they make contact and start to charge.

                Lastly, the plastic packaging is that industrial strength variety -- very difficult to open -- and the plastic is not recycleable.

                Overall though, good. They've been a great solution to keeping track of our kids in the neighborhood and keeping them from screaming through the house.
                Cobra FRS 130VP 2-Way Radio and Desktop Charger (Pair)
                Average customer rating: Not rated
                  Cobra FRS 130VP 2-Way Radio and Desktop Charger (Pair)

                  Manufacturer: Cobra
                  ProductGroup: CE
                  Binding: Electronics

                  Audio & Video AccessoriesAudio & Video Accessories | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics | Antennas | Audio & Video Furniture | Batteries | Blank Media | Cables & Interconnects | Cleaning & Repair | Connectors & Inputs | Crossover Parts | Distribution | Home Audio Crossovers | Media Storage | Microphone Accessories | Plugs & Adapters | Portable Audio & Video Accessories | Remote Controls | Screws & Nuts | Selector Boxes | Sound Dampening Products | Speaker Accessories | Speaker Parts & Components | Speaker Repair | TV Accessories | VCR Rewinders | Video Converters
                  Two-Way Radio AccessoriesTwo-Way Radio Accessories | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics | Antenna | Batteries & Chargers | Cases | Faceplates | Headsets & Microphones
                  Two-Way RadioTwo-Way Radio | Battery Chargers | Batteries, Chargers & Power Supplies | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics
                  Two-Way Radios & AccessoriesTwo-Way Radios & Accessories | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics | All Two-Way Radios | CB Radios | FRS Two-Way Radios | GMRS-FRS Two-Way Radios
                  CobraCobra | Custom Brands | Custom Stores | Specialty Stores | Electronics Features | Electronics | GPS
                  Two-Way RadiosTwo-Way Radios | Radios & Communication | Emergency Preparedness | Custom Stores | Specialty Stores | Home Improvement | Home & Garden
                  ASIN: B000BK60UI

                  Product Description

                  Cobra Electronics is a leading global manufacturer of innovative mobile communications products for consumers, having attained a leadership position in every market in which it currently does business. Cobra maintains its market dominance by maximizing its competitive advantages of being a product innovator and applying cutting-edge technologies.PRODUCT FEATURES: Includes 2 FRS Radios, 2 NiCD Rechargeable Battery Packs, Desktop Charger, 2 Ear Bud Microphones; Up to 2 Mile Range; 14 Channels; Back Lit Display; Call Feature.

                  Electronics:

                  1. HP Toner for the LJ4600 (Black)
                  2. HP USB Printer Cable 6 Ft. Cable
                  3. IBM 5GB Native 3570C Fast Linear Data Cart 10-Pack
                  4. IBM 5GB Native 3570C Fast Linear Data Cart 10-Pack
                  5. IBM 900 MHz Black Ultra-Compact Cordless Headset Telephone
                  6. IBM - Hard drive - 36.4 GB - hot-swap - 3.5" - Ultra2 Wide SCSI - 80 pin Centronics (SCA-2) - 10000 rpm
                  7. IBM ThinkPad BackPack Carrying Case
                  8. IBM Toner Cartridge for Infoprint 20 (Black)
                  9. Ilford Galerie Smooth Glossy Inkjet Photo Paper (8.5x11, 100 Sheets)
                  10. Ilford Premium Glossy Photo Paper 5x7/50 sheets

                  Electronics

                  Electronics