Review (3/5): New Technology is a step back
My old Norelco was better, more sturdy. This one is lighter - a plus - but being lighter seems to make it somewhat flimsier. Worse, despite the "improved" shaving heads with 50% more shaving surface, the shaving time takes much longer, which took me by surprise. I'm not sure why the longer shaving time, but I sense that the shavers spin slower than my old Norelco. It is quiet, which was important to me, and, ultimately, I do get a fairly close shave. The pop-up trimmer works fine and the recharging stand is convenient. I like the form-fitted case. The head opens too easily, so I'm forever cleaning up shaving stubble due to accidental openings. I cannot comment on the battery life, as it is still too new to see how economical the shaver is, however I can say that a full charge lasts me about a week (five shaves). Overall, I'm fairly satisfied, notwithstanding the above disappointments, but I cannot say I'm "wowed" by this new model over my older model.