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    Default 8500 X50 or 9500i

    I've been reading the reviews and have seen the negative responses about problems with the GPS blocking feature etc.

    Is it worth sticking with a brand new x50 blue, or updating to a brand new 9500i?

    Looking for everyones opinions..especially those 9500i owners!

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    stick with the x50

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    can you elaborate on that statement?
    I appreciate the opinion, I just would like reasons for feeling the way you do.

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    Quote Originally Posted by RadarKid
    can you elaborate on that statement?
    I appreciate the opinion, I just would like reasons for feeling the way you do.
    Because he owns one...

    It depends where you live, if you live in a busy city then the 9500i
    would be appropriate, but if you live In a more unincorporated area where certain bands are not used, the 8500 is sensible. Where I live, there's only Ka band and laser, therfor I have K band turned off and no need for the 9500i (although I own 2 :twisted

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    yea, I get crazy Xband alerts from the automatic doors around the small town areas that I live (mostly shopping centers) and can't shut Xband off due to the fact that they frequently use it in my state and surrounding states.

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    Quote Originally Posted by RadarKid
    yea, I get crazy Xband alerts from the automatic doors around the small town areas that I live (mostly shopping centers) and can't shut Xband off due to the fact that they frequently use it in my state and surrounding states.
    Where do you live? New Jersey?

    Edit: you made two of the same topics :?:
    Edit #2: Hell, you made two of the EXACT same topics :?:

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    no, Rhode Island

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    Order a 9500i at Escort and take it for a test drive. Personally I wouldn't use an x50 any more.

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    Quote Originally Posted by thestaton
    Order a 9500i at Escort and take it for a test drive. Personally I wouldn't use an x50 any more.
    because of the ability to block out the false alerts? or another reason(s)?

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    Quote Originally Posted by RadarKid
    Quote Originally Posted by thestaton
    Order a 9500i at Escort and take it for a test drive. Personally I wouldn't use an x50 any more.
    because of the ability to block out the false alerts? or another reason(s)?
    9500i is just a well rounded superior upgrade to the x50. It has higher sensitivity, and some really nice features. I love the heads up display it offers for your current speed. When mounted correctly your eyes never have to leave the road.

 

 

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