Product Description
Whether in homes, factories, offices, airports, or on the street, it's hard to imagine a place where Philips is absent. What Philips wants is to make your life and work easier - and more fun! And Philips continuously explores new ways to improve products and to offer innovative products to its consumers. Philips. "Let's Make Things Better".
Customer Reviews:
Hesitated to Buy It - Now I want 3 more!!!.......2007-12-26
I purchased this product for a family member and they absolutely loved it. I hesitated at first because of the price but when they opened it and when we saw the quality, I have wanted 3 more since!! AMAZING JOB
Picture quality is great, software is not.......2007-12-24
Very happy with the picture resolution. Even our old, scanned photos look really good. In fact, we like it so much, we purchased the 7" version as a gift for another relative.
I do have to say the software aspect of this product is not good. It definitely is not intuitive and there are no detailed directions on how to transfer pictures from various formats. This particular model held approximately 60 pictures of varying resolutions (half were 5 megapixel, half were old scanned photos). We needed more memory so we purchased a 1GB memory card. We found we had to transfer the photos on our PC to the camera which contained the new memory card. We thought we could do this via Windows Media Player but it wouldn't recognize the camera as an external source. Therefore, we had to use the Canon camera software to do the transfer. Problem is the scanned photos had to have their resolutions changed before the software would allow uploading from the PC to the memory card in the camera. This was a very convoluted way to load a memory card.
I would highly recommend this product if you only need enough space for 50 pictures. That way, you can load them directly from your PC to the photo frame although that's not even intuitive. You have to create a new folder within the photo frame program, then copy and paste pictures instead of click and drag. Once you get this all figured out it's not bad. I would not give this product to an older person who has to figure out how to set it up. We're giving it as a gift to an older person but since we did all the setting up, it should be fine.
Wonderful hardware, terrible software.......2007-12-18
The Philips 9FF2M4 Photo Frame that is the object of this review (and I presume most of the 162 other reviews posted here) is a simply gorgeous hunk of hardware. Its sleek but hefty chrome and acrylic construction and its packaging almost make you think it was made by Apple. And once (if?) you get pictures loaded into the darn thing, it performs equally well (at least mine has... so far -- but read other reviews for more caveats).
That's the good news. Nearly all the rest is bad, or at least frustrating. Indeed, I finally found the clues I needed to get started overcoming Philips' astonishingly bad software by Googling "Philips Photo Frame" + "FRUSTRATION." Philips' poorly written documentation tells you to load photos from your computer using its Photo Manager software. Wrong. That may load a few photos, sometimes, but if your system is like mine (Windows XP with all the security and other patches installed) the process will either fail immediately or stall after loading a few. And once you discover how to work around that bug, your work has just begun.
If you accept the challenge of making it work despite all the obstacles Philips throws in your path, however, you'll find that part of the consumer experience with the Frame is actually kind of fun -- in between my curses and tantrums were any number of moments of wild exhilaration when I found that yet another work-around had overcome the lastest impasse. But if you can't spend the two days consumed by my effort to get the Frame working in time to be a Christmas gift, and you still want to buy the thing, the following notes that I made during my ordeal may be helpful.
Oh, one more caveat: from reading reviews of lots of other digital picture frames it seems clear that Philips has no monopoly on bugginess and frustration. And the most important factor in determining which one to take a chance on buying would appear to be confidence that you can return it when it doesn't work right!
How to make the Philips 9FF2M4 Photo Frame work:
1. Do NOT use it's Photo Manager software to load photos! It may load a few, or it may not. Work-arounds for this and most of Frame's various bugs:
2. Use Windows Explorer to copy the JPG files from your PC to the root directory of the Photo Frame ("Removable Disk I:" or whatever the lowest drive letter of the several ones belonging to the Frame that Windows will see plugged into the computer).
3. When loading has been completed disconnect Frame USB cable from computer. Frame will then say it is "uploading" the images you loaded into its root directory, counting as it goes along, resizing them when necessary, and automatically moving them to the default Photo Frame album.
4. Use Frame's firmware to move photos from the default album to another album on a memory card.
5. Use Frame's firmware to set up the Photo Slideshow options, rename or create new albums, etc. It works OK.
6. If a photo gives the Frame indigestion and it freezes when you hit [Photos][Photo Frame][Default album] and try to "navigate to the right to view your album thumbnail photos" here is what to do:
a. Stick a toothpick in the tiny reset hole (next to Power button). Frame will go black and then reboot itself.
b. Connect frame to computer, fire up Philips Photo Manager software (this much of it will work flawlessly), and delete the offending photo(s) from the Frame's Default album.
c. Load offending photo(s) into PhotoShop, [Save for web & devices...], uncheck the "Optimized" box, and [Save] as JPEG.
d. Now you can upload the "webbed" versions of the files that that froze the Frame into the root directory again and Frame will behave properly this time.
7. When you get through loading photos, even though you did everything right and all the photos seemed to load OK, some may show up as blanks when you view them in magnified form in the thumbnail window. They won't show up in a slideshow either. Not to worry; delete them and reload them into the root directory again. Chances are the second time will be the charm. If not, try "webbing" them (6.c above).
8. To get photos in the sequence you want them, create one or two work albums and shuffle photos from one to another using Frame's firmware "copy to" or "move to" functions.
Mechanical problems - didn't even get to load photos.......2007-12-15
I've read so many positive reviews of this frame, I thought it would be a no-brainer to select it. As soon as I charged it up and began to use it, I noticed the 4-way toggle was dead when pressing to the left. This makes it nearly impossible to access certain menus. Lifting it a particular way with my thumbnail managed to engage it sporadically.
Then the metal stand shocked me - it's either a part from a different (larger) frame or was defectively formed. The frame stands perfectly vertical on the surface it's placed on (i.e., on the verge of tipping over forward). That renders it essentially useless as a table-top display.
I didn't even bother trying to load photos, so have no comment on its overall electronic performance. It's going straight back to Amazon for a refund, not exchange.
Couldn't be happier.......2007-12-14
I received mine a few days ago and I'm just thrilled with the quality of the picture. I'm a professional video editor and I thought that I would be disappointed with the resolution. Boy was I wrong!
Product Description
Includes:AC adaptor, USB cable, CD-ROM, manual, Packaging: gift box Digital Picture 1.5'' keychain_brush metal , square
Customer Reviews:
A real piece of..........2007-12-26
I should have taken heed to the reviews. This was to be a gift for my husband but it got here after Christmas so I figured that I would load pictures on it and give it to him for his birthday. Well, I'm so glad that it got here late because IT DOES NOT WORK! Pictures are dark, the back button doesn't work and it won't come on without the power source. Thanks to Amazon for easy returns because I have a feeling that I would never see my money again if I bought directly from TAO. And oh another thing, I have a sneaky suspicion that the positive reviews that this junk receives come directly from the TAO marketing team. Look into it Amazon!
Don't bother...multiple failures.......2007-12-25
I purchased four of these for Christmas, and 3 of the 4 tested so far do not work out of the box...the displays are gray and washed out, and the units only work when plugged in. I will be returning all of the units purchased due to this experience...it's a shame to give gifts that don't work! Save your money and get one from an electronics store where you can test the unit before purchasing as problems with many of the digital photo key chains seem to be widespread.
picture key tag.......2007-12-25
very nice picture key bob. Was going to buy three of them but order got messed up. Would recommend it to others.
Battery never worked.......2007-12-24
Tried to buy it for a Christmas gift, but never could get the battery to charge up properly. Did run on AC, but not on the battery. Colors were pretty washed out anyway and lines running through it. I know it's more of a cheap, novelty, but the quality was even poorer than I expected. No phone for a TAO help desk, so I had to e-mail them, but they never responded, so I returned it. Amazon is great about returns though. Appreciate that.
Don't give as a gift!.......2007-12-23
The first one received stopped working after 5 minutes of use. I contacted Tao customer support to see if I was missing something but never received an answer. Returned it through Amazon and quickly received a replacement. The second one works pretty well (at least for the past week). Software has to be downloaded from the company website (OSX) which Google warns contains malware, so be aware. If this is a gift for yourself and its on sale, it may be worth the risk. But, its not worth it if its a gift!
Product Description
8" Interchangeable, Waterproof Search Coil. 3-position Mode Switch. Dual Tone Discrimination. Power & Sensitivity Control. Discrimination Control. Detects Coin-size Objects Up To 7" Deep; Larger Objects Up To 3 Ft. Headphone Jack. 5-year Limited Warranty.
Amazon.com Review
Bounty Hunter's Tracker IV detector offers the excitement and profit of metal detecting at an accessible price, making it ideal for those just getting started. With a fully submersible, 8-inch Bounty D-Tech search coil, the Tracker IV features three different operating modes to help you hit pay dirt. Motion all-metals mode responds to any metals you sweep over, full discrimination mode rejects iron and other trash items, and tone discrimination alerts you with one or two audio pitches for different types of metals. The Tracker IV does not have the LCD that many of Bounty Hunter's other models boast, featuring instead a large Sensitivity Meter. Ground Trac, a feature that automatically balances the machine to the soil conditions, makes the Tracker IV a tremendous value. Users will also enjoy Bounty Hunter's comprehensive, easy-to-understand online tutorial and downloadable manual at www.detecting.com. The Tracker IV runs off of two 9-volt alkaline batteries and boasts a five-year limited warranty. --Ariel Meadow Stallings
Customer Reviews:
Metal Detector Review.......2007-12-24
Is a nice beginner metal detector. Too cold outside right now to give it a real test in the back yard, but works pretty well inside. Good craftsmanship for the money.
Super!.......2007-12-18
I bought this for my son's birthday. It is easy enough for him to use and is advanced enough for me to use! It is not a toy! Works great!!
Bounty Hunter Tracker IV - a good buy.......2007-08-23
After reading all of the reviews I decided to buy this little metal detector. Since I don't need all of the bells and whistles I figured the IV would fill the bill and it has. It's light, easy to use, and the first time I tried it I found a small nozzle that my husband had lost in the back yard. Hope to try it on the next beach we hit. The reviews I read were right - it's a great buy.
Solid Detector.......2007-08-12
Just wanted a dependable detector to start dabbling here and there, go to parks and see what could be found. This one does the job quite well. It is easy to use and seems quite accurate. Haven't quite mastered the whole discriminator thing yet, but getting there.
No complaints about this detector. It's easy to use, light, and fun. So far found a couple coins, earring, and a whole bunch of bottle caps but I guess that's to be expected.
Nice piece, recommend it highly.
Surprised!.......2007-08-04
It's almost funny - I ordered this Monday (July 31) using "free shipping" then two days later got an email from Amazon saying the item had been shipped and I would receive it on August 13. As I was reading the email my doorbell rang and the detector was delivered! We're still dying laughing!!! Anyway, the thing is well constructed and seems to work well... now on to finding my fortune!
Product Description
Sony's DVM-63HD HD DVC tapes offer the highest quality recording media for the consumer or prosumer making the step-up to an HD camcorder. It is the recommended media for Sony's new Hi-Definition (HD) camcorders. Independent filmmakers, advertising agencies, and other videographers will appreciate the improved image quality, and the professional 63-minute tape duration. Get the good stuff... go for High Definition. Pack contains TWO (2) blank digital cassettes.
Customer Reviews:
Brand new Sony hi-def mini-DV tapes, as advertised.......2007-12-24
Tapes came quickly, and are brand new, as advertised. I ordered 10 tapes in total, so I actually got three 3-packs and a single tape, but no matter.
The Best High definition mini DV.......2007-12-24
this mini DV cassette are the true HD, you can really see the diference color came to real life.
For this price, it should include cassette memory, no?.......2007-12-19
Probably a decent quality tape but I can't speak to the longevity issue, as I only just received them. I thought I was ordering top of the line tapes that include the cassette memory recommended by Sony for my new 3CCD camcorder. These tapes do not have cassette memory.
Turns out I don't need that feature, as I've learned the hard way not to use the camcorder for anything but filming and then offloading the files to hard disk for subsequent editing with Adobe Premier. (Use the tape drives on camcorders to do fancy editing or repeated viewing at your camera's peril. I just tossed out my Canon GL2 because the drive mechanism froze.)
not open yet.......2007-12-15
I have not open this package yet, so it is hard to give any star.
good HD tape.......2007-12-07
Never had any serious drop-out with this tape. It used to be too pricey, but it's a decent value now. I recommend it.
Product Description
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Customer Reviews:
Misleading and Hard to Use.......2007-12-20
Misleading: This product WILL NOT play mp3 files while it displays pictures! Coby tech support says they have only four models that actually can do that. If you want something that plays mp3 files OR displays photos, this is the one for you.
Hard to Use: The remote control has very tiny buttons that only seem to work about half the time. Even using the buttons on the back of the unit does not guarantee that a command will go through on the first button push. Also, there are buttons that are only located on the remote, so DO NOT lose your remote. Hardware issues aside, the software is not user friendly at all, and the users guide is vague at best.
Overall: A very disappointing buy.
CAVEAT EMPTOR
Product Description
Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops boasts ground-breaking online play that lets gamers recruit comrades to form a unique fighting force. The game follows the events of Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater, as Naked Snake establishes FOXHOUND in an attempt to hunt down the treacherous FOX unit, which has started a bloody revolt in South America. Set in 1970, the game will be the missing link in the ongoing Metal Gear saga, as players will learn more about returning characters such as Para-Medic, Major Zero and Sigint and also witness Naked Snake's greatest tragedy -- a loss that sets into motion the events of later games in the Metal Gear Solid timeline. Full voiceovers for cinematics, performed by returning cast from MGS3 - Snake Eater
Customer Reviews:
Slow Game.......2007-11-24
The graphic is good, but for me it is a slow game, I don't recommend this game for persons like shooting and actions....
Metal Gear Portable Ops.......2007-11-13
It's worth the buy. It's difficult to get used to the PSP controls vs the ps console hand helds, but otherwise it's worth the money and is entertaining.
Best PSP game to date.......2007-09-13
This game has it all. Everything that you could want about a MGS in a portable is here at last. It does a good job continuing the story from snake eater. Must have for the PSP.
If you are a mgs fan, you must play this!!.......2007-08-14
This is a good game for a portable system. But if you are follow the mgs story line, you must play this!!
Another great addition to the MGS saga.......2007-07-01
This game follows on the heels of MGS3: Snake Eater, and adds on to that story in some ways. I never got very far in Snake Eater, but this game refers back to many of the events I do know about, namely The Boss and the introduction of Revolver Ocelot. The graphics are near what MGS2 was, and though the camera was a lil cumbersome at times, it was a minor flaw. The greatest change in this game was the ability to capture & recruit enemies to fight on your side. This is essential in the game, as it's much easier to use double agents to move around in the open in many parts rather than having to carefully sneak everywhere. There are soldiers with different abilities and a particular focus that keep the gameplay much more interesting. For example, the "Scout" skill enables a soldier to sneak at a faster rate, and the "Rescuer" can carry bodies away faster and medical items have a greater effect when used.
All in all, this was an excellent game, and recieved the "Editor's Choice" award from [...]. I think it was well-deserved. A must-buy for fans of the series and the genre.
Product Description
8" TFT LCD Color Display
Displays JPEG and BMP Image Files
Plays MP3 and WMA Audio Files
Plays AVI and MP4 Video Files
AV Output for use with Home Theater Systems
SD, MMC, MS, xD, and CF Card Slots
Full-Size USB Port for use with Flash Memory Drives
USB Port for Fast File Transfers
Integrated Stereo Speakers
Two Interchangeable Metal Frames
Wall Mountable Design with Detachable Stand
Unit Dimensions: 9.37" x 7.59" x 2.24" (WHD)
Display Type: 8" TFT LCD @ 800 x 600
Contrast Ratio: 500:1
Brightness: 350 cd/m2
Pixel Response: 10ms
Removable Memory Support: SD, MMC, MS, xD, CF, Full-Size USB (Host)
File Format Support: Photo - JPG/BMP, Audio - MP3/WMA, Video - MPG, AVI
Plug-and-Play OS Support: Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP or newer, Macintosh OS X or newer
PC Interface: USB
AV Output: Composite Video, 3.5mm Headphone / RCA Stereo Audio, Integrated Stereo Speakers
Power: 100-240V UL AC Adapter
100-240V AC Adapter
Detachable Stand
Two Interchangeable Metal Frames
Remote Control
Customer Reviews:
Simple, easy to use and gorgeous 800x600 frame - not widescreen, no stretching!.......2007-12-19
Shopping for a photo frame has proven to be a difficult task. There are so many brands out there and prices vary by a ton. The last thing I wanted to do was get suckered in by a less expensive frame that ended up stretching my photos and making them all look grainy.
I knew I wanted a frame with a high resolution so the photos came out clear and crisp. I wanted the 4:3 aspect-ratio instead of "widescreen" because I did not want my photos to stretch, have black bars on the sides or get cropped. I didn't want clear, black or wood because it was going to be displayed in my parent's home and those styles don't match up well with their decor.
After some long nights of research and took a gamble and bought this frame. Despite this page saying "widescreen" I knew it wasn't right because of the 800x600 resolution. When I opened the box, my hunch was right. 4:3 aspect-ratio. Yeehaw!
The interchangeable frames are beautiful. The silver metal resembles stainless steel or satin nickel and looks stunning. The gold frame (which comes pre-installed) is more of a pale brass color. Each frame is backed with a velvet-like cloth. The quality is better than expected.
Setup couldn't have been easier. I copied a bunch of photos from my computer onto the blank 1GB memory card I purchased. I plugged it into the memory slot on the frame, selected memory card from the menu, and instantly got the first page of thumbnails on the screen. I selected the first photo and pressed the "Slide Show" button on the remote. That was it. Photos began to cycle every few seconds with random transitioning effects. The quality of the photos was awesome. So much better then some of the cheap 7" widescreen frames I've seen in just about every store nowadays. My parents are going to be thrilled on Christmas.
I haven't tinkered with the MP3, video or additional features and capabilities just yet. I'll be sure to once my parents open up their gift, preloaded with 100+ family photos. :)
For those looking for a frame with great resolution, modern looks and top notch construction . . . look no further, this is the frame for you.
Product Description
For Use With Bounty Hunter Metal Detectors. True Stereo Headphones. Individual Volume Controls For Right & Left Sides: 25" Stereo Plug Compatible With All Bounty Hunter Models With.25" Headphone Jacks.
Amazon.com Review
Whether prospecting for gold or seeking rare coins on the beach, the avid treasure hunter can make good use of these full-stereo headphones. Compatible with all Bounty Hunter metal detector models, the headphones utilize a 1/4-inch stereo plug, feature individual volume controls for left and right sides, and can help extend metal detector battery life. Padded for comfort, the headphones measure 8 by 8 by 4 inches. --Ann Bieri
Customer Reviews:
Order Cancelled without any explanation........2007-12-22
I ordered these in combination with a metal detector for Christmas and now that Christmas is here, the order cancelled without an explanation. I have no idea as to the quality of the headphones, but there appears to be a problem with supply and distribution which will make me look elsewhere!
Recommended.......2007-07-14
Ordered this product to go with the Bounty Hunter Fast Tracker Metal Detector. If you don't want to disturb the neighbors when searching for treasures in your back yard, this is the product for you.
Find something else!.......2007-02-09
UGH! I agree, this thing is NEVER going to ship!! I am now looking at similar products. Not happy about this AT ALL!
Will it ever arrive???.......2007-02-06
Shipping in 4 to 6 weeks? Try 4 MONTHS (maybe)! after waiting 6 weeks for it to be shipped, I am now told it will be another month or two before it ships. A Christmas present is turning out to be more of an Easter present. And no explanation given for the delay. I can't love the headphones if I never see them.
outstanding.......2006-04-03
I recieved the headphones this week and hooked them up to my fast tracker and went out into the yard looking for treasure. They work great and I was very pleased with the quality of the product and the sound.If you have a fast track metal detector you need to purchase this accessory it is made to adapt to all bounty fast track models. The Vinman
Product Description
Bring a young explorer into the world of metal detecting with this Bounty Hunter Jr. Metal Detector. The junior-size device identifies coin-size objects up to 5" underground and senses larger items up to 3' deep. Features sensitivity control and maximum depth detection to hone in on precious metals. A discrimination control prevents the machine from detecting undesirable items like nails or cans. Includes speaker, low-battery indicator, 6" weather-resistant coil and a lightweight, ergonomic design for easy handling. Made in USA. 21 32" adjustable lengths.
Customer Reviews:
Metal Detector Junior from AMAZON.......2007-12-05
Don't order Bounty Hunter Junior Metal Detector - Model-BHJSfrom amazon! They tell you it is in stock, charge you and then show an estimated delivery of more than 3 weeks. They say you can't cancel the order, but no promise of delivery before Christmas. If I do get it, I'll review again and let you know how my 6-year old grandson likes the product.
My grandson the Treasure Hunter .......2007-11-03
It looks great. Perfect for an 8 year old. Haven't used it yet. It's a Christmas gift. Wouldn't be right to review until he starts treasure hunting. It was on his LIST.
Cheap but works moderately well.......2007-07-22
I purchased this model metal detector because it is cheap and I figured it would be adequate for the job I had in mind - finding locations of pipes that indicated property lines. It did that just fine. I wouldn't recommend it for anyone who is serious about finding things. It would be OK for kids, which is who it is designed/advertised for.
nails nails nails.......2007-04-14
I bought it to clean up my yard after a roofing job. I found a ton of nails and a few other things that I have lost over the years. Great for the kids to treasure hunt too!
Good for starters but don't get your hopes up.......2007-03-29
I bought this for my 7-year old because he was begging for a metal detector for his birthday. We received the BH Junior Metal Detector, slapped in the batteries, and went prospecting in our backyard. The sensitivity knob is not linear at all. It's either extremely sensitive or doesn't pick up much of anything. We were able to dig up a buried strand of barbed wire and a few nails, but I think it was more luck than a direct result of the device helping us.
I would say this is good as a novelty but if you want something serious, consider a better detector.
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