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I have only been playing with this software for a few days but already I am hooked. The layout is easy to understand and navigate through, it is suitable for all levels of students, and the methods are solid. Highly recommended.

[UPDATE 2009.10.27 - Fluenz just released f2, charging purchasers of v1 a $7.00 upgrade fee. I am happy to report that f2 cures most of the problems I first noted in my review. The DVD can be installed to your hard drive, and thus is usable on netbooks and other portable devices. It now remembers where you left off, so you can pick up there again without any wasted effort. The program can be minimized (though still only displayed on the default monitor as far as I can tell). The license is the most flexible of any program you will buy and I can use it on my laptop and netbook. All in all, a worthy upgrade that leaves some nits for f3, but takes care of the most pressing issues. As noted in my earlier review, the method is proving to be very good. Upgraded from 2 to 4-star]

[ORIGINAL REVIEW: The method makes sense and seems to be quite good. The software program itself, however, is laughable for this day and age. The company surely must be planning a real version and they should certainly give a complementary upgrade to those of us who bought this "beta" version. From many examples . . . there are on real instructions on how to use the software. The software does not allow you to view it on any screen except your default screen, so if you have multiple monitors (or use a laptop with a larger monitor that for many reasons you don't want to make your default) you cannot do what every other DVD or program allows you to do. Worse, the program window cannot, ever, be minimized so you can work on other tasks while you take a break (or even email). To take a break, you have to exit the program. And, unlike a normal DVD, the program does NOT remember where you were so you have start from scratch by rebooting the DVD, finding your lesson, and then spend 5-10 minutes finding your place in that lesson. That is every time you want to take a break. The program cannot be loaded in any form onto the computer, so you cannot use this on netbooks or mobile notebooks without a DVD player actually running. Thus, to use it, your DVD must be running which will kill your battery if you are using this on a plane or away from a plug. You cannot navigate backwards/forwards between items within a lesson workout (rather, you can only navigate between workouts) . . . In sum, if you are used to modern computer software and basic functionality, you will be sorely dissapointed. 2 star]

I sincerely appreciate how quickly Fluenz User Support responded to my concern about the delay in international delivery by sending another package right away via Fedex service. They were prompt, concerned, courteous, and I am looking forward to learning from this language program.

Thank you.

I had to learn french for professional reasons, and surfed the web looking for self-teaching software. Fluenz french was the best product I found. I liked the pace at which it proceeds, I like the simulation of classroom instruction, and I like the structure of the drills. I found it a bit slow at first, but now that I am into it, I’m starting to get a grasp on the structure of french.

I should say, too, that the software is very well organized, and very easy to use. When I had a problem at one point, the user support group was very responsive and very helpful.

This is my first choice for a self-teaching language program. I am starting to supplement it with reading, in particular the easy french reader, and am thinking of doing something else to add to my vocabulary, but this is my core program.

This video was perfect for my French kids who have forgotten a lot of their language. It helped stimulate their memory and they really enjoy the characters.

unfortunately, kasey the kinderbot is a rip off. this particular cartridge is defective, but i don’t think it’s the seller’s fault. since i bought the toy last year, i have no outlet for buying additional cartridges.

My 6 year old received this for Christmas last year and she and her sister play with it all the time. We have 4 cartridges (blue,green,yellow and purple) for Kasey and they never get bored with it! I wish there was something other than French for it. Other than that we are happy.

First I’d like to say this is a great product. Many reviewers say it’s the best language program currently available – that might be true (I’ve only tried 3 or 4 programs). I agree with just about every positive thing said about the Rosetta Stone in the customer reviews.

That being said, I would never order it again. First, the price is just too high. My $10 “Instant Immersion” CD box set is definitely not as good as Rosetta Stone… but is it work $400 more?? I definitely don’t think so.

The Instant Immersion is good enough, especially when paired with other resources, such as a pocket dictionary, &/or the Pimsleur system (which is also inexpensive, and very efficient). Many people tell me that Fluenz is very good as well. So for me, Rosetta Stone loses one star for price.

Second (the much bigger issue), the licensing issues are a deal breaker for me. I will never again order any Rosetta Stone product.

You can only load the program twice … the intent (I believe) is to have a copy at home and at work. But if the first install is bad, or if your computer crashes, that’s it! You have to buy another copy. I replace my computers (or hard drives) every 2 years on average. This severely limits my use of this product. This is pure greed on the part of Rosetta Stone, and unforgivable in my opinion. If I have a serial number, I should be able to have unrestricted personal use of the product.

Also, you can never, ever transfer ownership or sell it. Again, an unforgivable offense in my opinion. If you fork out $400-500 for this software, and end up not liking the full immersion style, then your stuck with it. (And hey, let’s face it – all of our brains aren’t wired the same.) This really, REALLY bothers me to think that this company doesn’t mind ripping people off just because you learn differently. I love this learning style…but again, some people learn differently.

Finally, you have to have the original CD in place to use it – which means, you CAN’T use it at work & home unless you carry the darn disc around. For travel I use a portable netbook, which doesn’t have a CD drive, so I absolutely can’t travel with it. So the product loses another star for stupid licensing & other user restrictions.

So simply based on the merits of the product, I give it 5 stars. But based on licensing issues, greed, and limited user rights, I give is 0 stars. So if the price (& risks associated with product) don’t bother you, by all means, get it & enjoy it. But if any of the problems I’ve mentioned give you pause, try one or more of the alternatives I mentioned.

!Bonne chance à vous!