What is the difference between the New and Old versions?
513918
There's a lot of discussion about the advantages of the old version in the Amazon user reviews of both versions. I bought the (more expensive) old version and am happy with it, but never tried the newer one for comparison.
513919
The older version is great, loved it!! Battery life was phenomenal.. lasted months! I upgraded to the new version only because my old one broke. That said, the newer version is also great, extra buttons are very useful esp. if you use it for 3D modelling, but the battery life is not as good as the older version. Stock up on AA batteries, especially if you never turn the mouse off. Using the mouse daily, you may get a few weeks of battery life. Switching the mouse off at night will extend the life a bit tho.
513920
the two main buttons on top (left and right click) of the old version have a matte finish that feels very high quality, almost metallic like a media-blasted aluminum. The new ones are shiny plastic and feel MUCH cheaper. Yes they may both function the same, and are both incredibly durable (I travel with mine and drop them constantly), but I'd pay double for the old version over the new. It just FEELS so much nicer to me.
1975580
I do not know the difference between old and new. What we have is a great product. IPad fits as well as laptops of similar sizes.
994129
The seller I bought from also shows version 7 and version 8. I bought two one at a time from the same vender. Both times I received version 8
1002285
There is no difference in terms of functionality. The new one has a different battle brain.
844283
I don't know if there is a newer version, but this is an improved version of my 2006 one which I finally wore out. We'll make, very similar, but with some reinforcements in some stress areas, but nearly identical to my original.
606622
The new one is made of fancy plastic and the old one has some metal. The new one is slightly sharper. Another major difference is that the old one has 77mm filter size and the new one had 82mm filter size. You have to be pretty finicky about image quality to notice the difference.
671879
I don't know what they mean by "old version"...pictured is the same V2 we purchased about six years ago and also the same unit currently being sold at B&H.; Unless there's been some software or firmware update that I'm not aware, I think it's the same beast it's always been.
2053557
I would like to know the answer to this also. I know it's a product update but I would like to know exactly what is the difference.
742413
I don't know about the old version. The new one I Purchased broke In two days. The removeable base latches broke and plastic cracked.
1485488
If your asking about the newer version that just came out don't know. Don't have that yet. Sorry couldn't be of more help
2211592
This one came with a newer one... I personally like the older one a little better. But I'm not sure of the compatibility...
384883
I would get the latest version that you can get. It probably not wort the hassle for the few dollars difference between the ʻOld Version" and newer versions. Any way, itʻs an excellent product and has saved my sanity several times and actually saved me money on repairs, without any hassles.
953659
Judith, there really is no difference. I bought the one marked "1996" version first, because that's how I remembered the box. It also costs more than the newer version. The only outward difference is the external look, one is white and the newer is blue and red. I then bought the newer version, thinking it was different. The ONLY difference concerning contents is the new version has an additional rules sheet in Spanish. Otherwise they're identical. The size of the box, the game cards, pieces, and board are all the same. Buy the one sold by Miles Kimball, it's the cheapest and has free shipping. Hope this helps. Judith, there really is no difference. I bought the one marked "1996" version first, because that's how I remembered the box. It also costs more than the newer version. The only outward difference is the external look, one is white and the newer is blue and red. I then bought the newer version, thinking it was different. The ONLY difference concerning contents is the new version has an additional rules sheet in Spanish. Otherwise they're identical. The size of the box, the game cards, pieces, and board are all the same. Buy the one sold by Miles Kimball, it's the cheapest and has... » Read More Judith, there really is no difference. I bought the one marked "1996" version first, because that's how I remembered the box. It also costs more than the newer version. The only outward difference is the external look, one is white and the newer is blue and red. I then bought the newer version, thinking it was different. The ONLY difference concerning contents is the new version has an additional rules sheet in Spanish. Otherwise they're identical. The size of the box, the game cards, pieces, and board are all the same. Buy the one sold by Miles Kimball, it's the cheapest and has free shipping. Hope this helps. « Show Less
1766513
I'm sure that there are some differences between the two, but I have the newer version, and my best friend the original, and they are nearly identical. We can't tell the difference between them. Save the money and grab the original...
1930488
Honestly, I cannot tell any difference. I called the Microsoft Store and they don't have different versions. Strange.
1283749
I don't know. Did I refer to a new version? This review was done a long time ago.
194012
I got the old version. Maybe the new version is improved based on past comments?