Whistler DE-1655 Radar Detector
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Newest First | Highest Ratings First | + ShareA good start, but too many false alarms and design flaws to be functional.
(2.00 out of 5) by makowals on Aug 20, 2005Pros: Solidly-made, compact size, pleasant voice announcements and bright LED's
Cons: Annoying self-test, excessive false alarms, problems with button functions
The Bottom Line: Too many false alarms leave you guessing over the location, proximity, and type of radar being used. Detection is average, at best--and just in time, if not too late.
After getting a speeding ticket while I was using a Cobra radar detector, I promptly purchased a Whi ...
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Not for Mr. Leadfoot, but a decent warning device
(3.00 out of 5) by rainmayker on Sep 24, 2003Pros: Display visible in sunlight, decent detection range, loud audio when needed in a high-noise environment
Cons: Limited information on display, falsing from local alarm systems
The Bottom Line: A decent detector at a good price for the average commuter who may stray a few MPH above the limit each day. Not for the hardcore speed demon.
In the quest for a new radar detector to replace my fiance's aging Escort Passport 6800, I have deve ...
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Not Very Impressed...
(3.00 out of 5) by Reekola on Jan 6, 2001Pros: Voice alert, VG2
Cons: As mentioned above
A buddy of mine bought a whistler 1655 a month ago and seemed to be pretty thrilled with it. M ...
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A possible bug with the CITY mode
(3.00 out of 5) by navin2000 on Oct 15, 2000Pros: Good value for price
Cons: Possible bugs
Hi, I brought the Whistler 1655 recently and used it for a week, before returning it at B ...
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Really Works... Good Price...
(4.00 out of 5) by WillisB on Jul 27, 2000Pros: picks up X,K,KA and laser very well
Cons: nothing...
I bought this product because a friend at work recommended it to me. He also uses the same one. I wa ...
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