Nextar N3-505 - 3.5" Digital Photo Frame (http://www.buy.com/prod/Nextar-N3-505-3-5-Digital-Photo-Frame/q/loc/58207/210404000.html)

Now $22.99 Was $99.99
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Features

3.5 Inch TFT LCD screen
Supports JPEG picture
Picture rotation and review
Support slide show function
Compatible with SD, MMC and MS Card


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Anyone have any thoughts on this????

Here's a review I found -- sounds like a pretty good deal for this!

http://www.digitalpictureframereview.com/review-nextar-n3-505-digital-photo-frame

Bought 4 to give as gifts to my daughter's teachers. Great value, thanks!!!

I went ahead and picked one of these up as well. Will test it out before giving it as gift.
Thanks! :)

thanks! picked up two!

Ordered one for my mom.

Here's a review I found -- sounds like a pretty good deal for this!

http://www.digitalpictureframereview.com/review-nextar-n3-505-digital-photo-frame

Thanks for the review, I picked up 2!

Ordered one for my teen daughter. Still debating on getting another for my 9 year old to look at her pictures she takes with her new camera.

Could be good for the Grandmas! ;)

Ordered one. Thanks!

Thanks. I ordered 3 - 1 for my daughter, one for myself for home and one for the office. Great deal!!

If you are giving this as gifts, I'd look for cheap memory sticks to give as well. Last year I got one of these frames and couldn't wait to use it, but I needed to go buy a memory stick first

If you are giving this as gifts, I'd look for cheap memory sticks to give as well. Last year I got one of these frames and couldn't wait to use it, but I needed to go buy a memory stick first

Are they just regular SD cards like for a camera?

thanks! I also just purchased one! Gotta love Buy.com! :)

If you are giving this as gifts, I'd look for cheap memory sticks to give as well. Last year I got one of these frames and couldn't wait to use it, but I needed to go buy a memory stick first

This digital photo frame brings you all the elegance of a traditional decorative frame, making it ideal for displaying images of special occasions. Photos can be displayed as a slideshow or in a manual control mode. Frame features a 3 1/2" LCD display with a 320 x 240 resolution, allows for picture rotation, has SD, MMC, and memory stick memory card support, and 8 MB of built-in memory and can store up to 50 photos. Supports JPEG format. AC adapter included. UL listed. Model #N3-505.



Good idea, but not necessary as it reads that it can hold up to 50 pics without a memory card.

Thank you I ordered two of them! Great xmas gift for PaPa who lives 12hours away and has only seen his one grandson once :-(

I ordered one and a few other items! Great find!

AWESOME! Glad to have helped so many of you!

Ordered two -- one for my parents and one for my hubby's!

Nice. In for 3 as I was *just* last night thinking these would be great gifts for a few hard to buy for family members. Awesome timing@<hidden>

awesome! bought two, one for my dad and one for FIL :) just the kind of deal I was hoping for :)

I've been looking into getting my first Digital photo frame, was this really $99? So $22 sounds like a great buy, anything in particular that makes this one very good? I've saw them much cheaper but I know you get what you pay for..

so far one of the best deals I have seen for Digital Frames! Wooohooo! Thanks!!!!

I bought two of these too--thanks so much!

thank you!! i bought 4 of them!!!

i bought one too... figured $23 is worth seeing what size is good for a digital pic frame... 3.5 isn't big, but i'm sure it gets the job done :)

Just ordered 2. Thanks

320 x 240 resolution

is that a good resolution? I feel so lost when I look at all the different frames!! I can't figure out what the best bang for my buck is :D

They also have this one: http://www.buy.com/prod/nextar-n3-507-3-5-lcd-picture-frame-with-interchangeable-frames/q/loc/111/210408912.html
Same price - interchangable frames.

This one holds 3,000 pictures in its' internal memory vs. the other one that only holds 50

Awesome - I ordered 3 for gifts! :D

I ordered the interchangable frame one...I hope I did not go with the wrong one. :)

I too am looking at this one, looks to be exactly the same but with interchangable frames..?

I ordered the interchangable frame one...I hope I did not go with the wrong one. :)

I too am looking at this one, looks to be exactly the same but with interchangable frames..?

The one with interchangable frames holds up to 3,000 pictures on its internal memory whereas the regular one that Patti posted holds 50 pictures on its internal memory

Other than that, everything is the same spec wise, correct? At the same price, this one seems the better of the two..but what do I know :)

The one with interchangable frames holds up to 3,000 pictures on its internal memory whereas the regular one that Patti posted holds 50 pictures on its internal memory

well i ordered two of the first one, and just went back and ordered the second one. Got one for our babysitter. :D

I ordered the 2nd one for my husband for his office.

This link should give you 5% off your order as well...

http://www.buy.com/retail/coupon.asp?prid=84773074

Thanks I ordered one!

Ordered one for Grandma....Thank you.

Well, I also just ordered some with the interchangeable frames. I hope that these are good enough quality for gifts.

Hate to bring this thread back up, but one question I never did ask. At only 3.5", most photo digital frames are 7-8" it seems, I know this must be a great deal as several have bought this item. Does anything in particular make this one better with only a 3.5" screen while others have a much bigger screen? Thanks..

I ordered the first one w/ the 5% OFF link for my mother for Christmas. I got it for $23.75 shipped w/ tax included. I hope it's decent.

THANKS for posting this, bought 5 of them for xmas, nice gift at a great price!! They will think I spent SO much more!!;)

So dumb question...You don't have to keep your SD card in the frame, right. It transfers over?

You can transfer pics from the card to the frame - it says about 50 of them. If that works for you, you're set.

Personally, I plan to pick up an SD card for each frame I buy. I have seen 2GB SD cards for $7 in BF ads (Walmart). The real deal pros might have a better deal.

You guys need to also watch the Online Hot Deals forum here. Pretty sure you can find a SD card that will work perfect for around $5-$7. Hth

They also have this one: http://www.buy.com/prod/nextar-n3-507-3-5-lcd-picture-frame-with-interchangeable-frames/q/loc/111/210408912.html
Same price - interchangable frames.

This one holds 3,000 pictures in its' internal memory vs. the other one that only holds 50

Thanks a bunch to you and OP! Ordered the one with the interchangable frames and used the 5% off. Total was $21.84 with free budget shipping! (plus tax in Calif)

Does your camera have to take that kind of card to use this frame or can you dave your pics to that card from your computer?

My family is doing a $25.00 gift exchange this yearr, I think this is perfect for that. Thanks!

I ordered two then had to go back for another...this is a great deal!

I ordered two then had to go back for another...this is a great deal!

ditto! i ordered 6 then decided to order 4 more!

I ordered 2 of the interchangeable frames ones. I cant wait to get them.

I am still waiting for confirmation on the 6 (3 Nextar and 3 with interchangeable plates) that I ordered. Is anybody else having to wait this long?

got mine today. Have to point out the frame is tiny. It's still a great gift for under $25, but the screen is more like a wallet pic size - 3.5 WIDE. I was thinking a 3 x 5 picture size screen, not frame. I didn't check all specs, my fault, but it's still a perfect gift for me- co-worker and babysitter. we are going to load some pics on before giving.

Thanks a bunch to you and OP! Ordered the one with the interchangable frames and used the 5% off. Total was $21.84 with free budget shipping! (plus tax in Calif)

No problem at all! Glad to help!

Thanks, just picked a couple up for teachers.

Question I was asking, since the frame is so small, what makes this such a good deal? I see 7-8" frames. I have yet to buy my first digital photo frame and looking at getting one for a gift but just do not understand why this one is getting great reviews since it is so small. Ok I know nothing about these so enlighten me please..

got mine today. Have to point out the frame is tiny. It's still a great gift for under $25, but the screen is more like a wallet pic size - 3.5 WIDE. I was thinking a 3 x 5 picture size screen, not frame. I didn't check all specs, my fault, but it's still a perfect gift for me- co-worker and babysitter. we are going to load some pics on before giving.

FYI everyone.. You WILL need a sd card :-( You cannot load any pics even for the memory without one.

Whoo Hoo... I took the one out of my digital camera and it's working... (I must be REALLY tired to not have done that first )

Thanks, just took care of two grandmas. :)

Did you order the multi frame one? The way it read is that you could load the pictures right onto the memory and wouldnt need a card??

Did you read the review? For $22, its a great deal and good quality.

Did you order the multi frame one? The way it read is that you could load the pictures right onto the memory and wouldnt need a card??


I bought the one in the op post. (without the extra frames) You still need a card. The memory WILL hold 50 pictures but you need the card to put the pics on the frame, then you can take the card out.

Ok. Thanks I guess the holidays has me brain dead too. Happy Thanksgiving!

The only thing I don't like is that the screen is really small and I'm a little worried that my 78yr old father and 85 yr old grandmother won't be able to see it very good. When I downloaded the pics the quality of the pics deteriorated. If anyone else has experienced this, let me know maybe I did something wrong. (then again since they are older and their eyesight isn't what it used to be they won't notice..hahahahaaaa)

Ok. Thanks I guess the holidays has me brain dead too. Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving to you toooooo :)

Got mine in yesterday...they are smaller than I thought they would be (yes I have a problem with the whole visualizing things...for some reason 3.5 inches was much larger in my head) but they are great to put on desks. Quality looks pretty good for the price.

I actually went to Walmart just to see what a 3.5" display would look like. It looked too small for the Grandparents. I decided then I would have to wait for a deal on a 7".

I think I have actually found several of them. The best, IMHO, being the 7" from Walmart's Thanksgivng Day only sale. It comes with a 2G memory card. http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=10759814#Features+%26+Specifications

However, I still have a general question that one of you might could answer. I have looked at a few that say they have an internal battery, some say AC adapter, and other don't specify.

Do most of these frames just take standard batteries ?

I actually went to Walmart just to see what a 3.5" display would look like. It looked too small for the Grandparents. I decided then I would have to wait for a deal on a 7".

I think I have actually found several of them. The best, IMHO, being the 7" from Walmart's Thanksgivng Day only sale. It comes with a 2G memory card. http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=10759814#Features+%26+Specifications

However, I still have a general question that one of you might could answer. I have looked at a few that say they have an internal battery, some say AC adapter, and other don't specify.

Do most of these frames just take standard batteries ?

The one i have comes with a usb cord that plugs either into the computer or it plugs into a (wall plug) that then plugs into the wall.

The one i have comes with a usb cord that plugs either into the computer or it plugs into a (wall plug) that then plugs into the wall.

So basically, if I want this to sit on the Grandparent's counter or the bookshelf (no power outlet available) I'll need to find one that is battery operated ... wonder what it operates on if it doesn't state ?

So basically, if I want this to sit on the Grandparent's counter or the bookshelf (no power outlet available) I'll need to find one that is battery operated ... wonder what it operates on if it doesn't state ?

Had to get the book out :-)
Ok
It says that it comes with a 5v adapter. (further in the book) It says that the unit has to be plugged into a power source.

I may be sending these back... OR keep them for myself for work.... I'll have to find bigger ones for GParents.. did someone say walmart had 7inch ones on bf can i get them online?

. http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=10759814#Features+%26+Specifications

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Did you look at this one in particular? what was your opinion on it???

Picked up about 7 of these for small gifts to teachers. Thanks to poster who explained about SD card, just picked up 7 SD cards to toss in with the frames at CC online $4.99 each for 2GB!

Did you look at this one in particular? what was your opinion on it???

At the time I was there I had no clue what would be on sale. I had seen the 3.5 listed here and it seemed small. I basically just wanted to see just how small it was. I never really looked at brands. But, I knew thy would need the7".

I did notice this particluar one says it is not sold in stores, so I bet I didn't see it.

I really debated on one I saw that Kohl's will have tomorrow. It has a remote, etc. I decided, for the Grandparents, the "plug and play" option would be best. They'd never figure out a remote anyway.

I might regret it, but this is the one I bought:
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=10759814 for $47.05 shipped.

Sad ... but I have just purchased the FIRST gift of the season.

Does anyone who tried theirs, like it?

These are a good deal.. It's just that I had older people in mind for gifts and for me that isn't going to work, but to have on my desk or what not it'll be just fine...
thank you op for such a great deal

i think i have actually found several of them. The best, imho, being the 7" from walmart's thanksgivng day only sale. It comes with a 2g memory card. http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=10759814#features+%26+specifications
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out of stock already grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!

Did anyone try using this frame yet? I did... and when I put my memory card in it loaded my pics and I could see them fine but when I put it in slideshow mode all the pictures had lines going thru them. Anyone else? (also mine already had a few pics in the memory I wonder if I received a return or if it was a demo or something?)

Did anyone try using this frame yet? I did... and when I put my memory card in it loaded my pics and I could see them fine but when I put it in slideshow mode all the pictures had lines going thru them. Anyone else? (also mine already had a few pics in the memory I wonder if I received a return or if it was a demo or something?)

I've tried one out so far and I have to send it back. It worked for a few days, then froze on a pic during a slideshow and then shut off and wouldn't come back on. I have the other one on my desk at work to make sure it works, if not then it's going back as well. The only problem is that since its been 10 days, i have to get a replacement, they won't let me get a refund. Buy is also not selling them anymore so I'm hoping that maybe they are out of them and they will just credit me. I've already bought replacements somewhere else.

I used both frames with and without a sd card. The pics seem to be bad without the card inserted. HTH

Did anyone try using this frame yet? I did... and when I put my memory card in it loaded my pics and I could see them fine but when I put it in slideshow mode all the pictures had lines going thru them. Anyone else? (also mine already had a few pics in the memory I wonder if I received a return or if it was a demo or something?)

pics were already loaded on mine, stock photos with babies, wedding, etc.

I put my sd card in and it was super easy. I then copied some to the internal memory and it was also pretty easy and then did the slide show. it ran without any lines or other problems.

Pros:
great under $25 gift
can run by just pluging usb into computer or by plug into wall (this is for a coworker, so works for me)
the sd card doesn't stick out at all from the frame (unlike one I got last year for my parents), it's hidden behind the frame.

Cons:
tiny screen- too small for gparents probably
resolution isn't great, but good enough
doesn't run on batteries

overall I am satisfied with my purchase. It's a toughtful, inexpensive gift for the "others" on my list i.e. cowoker, aunt, and babysitter. That I may not have purchased for, just baked cookies type of thing. I also got one for my hubby as a stocking stuffer to put on his desk.

Hope this helps!

I used both frames with and without a sd card. The pics seem to be bad without the card inserted. HTH

I just checked this as well, and yes, pics are a bit better on mine with the card inserted.

We got ours this past week and YES they are small, but we put our card in and the picture quality was good. My husband is going to put one on his desk and we are giving some to our NOT technically gifted parents. I will also use one or two for a gift trade. So far we haven't had any problems with them. I guess these are o.k. for a first time digital frame user. NOt sure if the computer store MICROCENTER is just specific to Houston, TX, but my husband says they have "dirt cheap" SD cards.

I ordered 3 of these and I have spent all afternoon trying to load 1 of them. I take photos off my computer and put them on a memory stick. Put the memory stick in the frame and all the pictures show they load then I go to copy and choose "copy all" and after a few photos it has process fails and stops copying. I thought maybe it was the memory card so I went through and did another one and the same thing happened. Then I opened another frame and tried it and the same thing. Does anyone have any suggestions or do these frames just don't work. It says it stores up to 3000 pictures on internal memory and I'm only trying to do 50. I bought the Nextar 3.5 with multiple frames item#N3-507. Thanks to anyone that can save my insanity. :cheesy:

Ok, I've got 3 of them. I wasn't going to try any b/c they are teacher gifts but I'm getting nervous about giving them after reading everyone's posts! They are really small (I guess I didn't get it). So, I'm wondering is it ok to just give the frames or should I buy the sd cards??

Ok, I've got 3 of them. I wasn't going to try any b/c they are teacher gifts but I'm getting nervous about giving them after reading everyone's posts! They are really small (I guess I didn't get it). So, I'm wondering is it ok to just give the frames or should I buy the sd cards??

If your going to use them as teacher's gifts, then I would think about getting cards (IMO I wouldn't pay alot for the cards) The pics seem a little clearer with the sd card.

My goal with the frames (in the op) was for grandparents gifts, but these will not work as they are too small. I have one on my desk at work and it's fine for my needs. I did buy one from walmart and I love it as it has slots for ALL different sd cards and you can add them all at the same time and the frame will read each card one at a time!!!

http://www.gottadeal.com/goto.php?http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=10759814#features+%26+specifications

These are perfect for the grandparents, right now walmart is out of stock, but I'm checking everyday so that I may purchase another one. The nextar frames were a Great deal, but just not for my original purpose.

I haven't tried mine yet, but I really like the way they look. I got the ones with changable frames. I need to load pics soon. I am giving them for gifts to my mom for her desk, my aunt at her work and possibly my boss for his desk. They are definitely not as good as my 7 inch, but I knew that when I ordered it. Great deal, I will post later about quality.

For anyone that has loaded pictures onto the memory of these frames. Please let me know how you did beings I am still have difficulties. Thanks

Checkout the 7" Kodak DPF at BestBuy, its for $69.99 (Plus a free Kidak 2GB thumb drive).
[Goto bestbuy and search for item #8954946]

My friend bought it at 89.99 a few days back. It has a good resolution and displays clear and crisp pictures.

I sent the Nextar frame back since there were lines running across my pictures. The only option for my refund was to send a replacement frame to me. It doesn't look like they offer these anymore. So if I don't end up getting the replacement I picked this one up at Sams Club for $34.88 same size, comes with a carrying case, has a rechargeable battery and holds 45 pics.
Best Buy is selling the same frame for $49.99 (HP - 3.5" LCD Portable Digital Photo Frame)

Can anyone that had success loading pictures onto the frames let me know how they did it. I even had my son try that's really good at this kind of stuff and still can't get more than 3 pictures to play. I've tried memory cards and also tried loading the pictures onto the memory of the frame both times I get "process failed". These are really cute frames and before I send them back just want to make sure I'm not doing something wrong.

Did anyone try using this frame yet? I did... and when I put my memory card in it loaded my pics and I could see them fine but when I put it in slideshow mode all the pictures had lines going thru them. Anyone else? (also mine already had a few pics in the memory I wonder if I received a return or if it was a demo or something?)


Mine also looked fine while loading the pics. Once I put them into slide show mode, there were lines running thru the pics (to where you could barely see the actual pic because of the lines). I'll have to try the other frame and see if it is the same way.

Has anyone who sent this frame back received a replacement or credit yet? It is taking forever!!!

I sent them back already and they received them on December 12/16. Then in the fine print it says that it takes 7-10 business days for processing which would have been the 26th. So here we are still waiting!

I haven't sent mine back yet. How much did it cost to send them back? I'm wondering if it's worth it....

I haven't sent mine back yet. How much did it cost to send them back? I'm wondering if it's worth it....


I didn't pay anything because I labeled them as defective, however I have to get a replacement. But, they are not selling them anymore so I'm hoping that they will just refund my account. Not sure what will happen. I do know that you only have I think 10 days from purchase to request an RMA... so that's something to consider.

I sent them back already and they received them on December 12/16. Then in the fine print it says that it takes 7-10 business days for processing which would have been the 26th. So here we are still waiting!

They received mine on 12/10/08. I did request a replacement, but Christmas is over I don't need it now!!! :(


Update...received an email that my replacement has been shipped.

They received mine on 12/10/08. I did request a replacement, but Christmas is over I don't need it now!!! :(


Update...received an email that my replacement has been shipped.


Yea I don't need these either.... Maybe I can save them for birthday's or keep one on my desk... who knows.... I did NOT get an email yet, but I'll keep an eye out for it thank you for the update.

FYI..... I finally received my replacement (it took forever!) and this one appears to be working. :) Good luck on yours.

FYI..... I finally received my replacement (it took forever!) and this one appears to be working. :) Good luck on yours.

I just got an email that said "thank you for your order" is that the same one you received before they sent the replacements?

I just got an email that said "thank you for your order" is that the same one you received before they sent the replacements?



Yep...then another that said "Your Buy.com order is on its way"