Problem is, when I put the new shaver into the old cleaning station, it beeps constantly once the battery is fully charged – Every 0.5-2 seconds, the battery display (showing all bars) will blink and the unit will beep. I’ve tried every combination of power cables, outlets, etc, between the old and new devices – always the same issue with new shaver in old cleaning station, no issues with any other combination of parts. Does the CC automatically charge the shaver? I like to go until the battery is low before charging it. Other than looking different (and it’s at home so who cares), are the 92S and 92B heads interchangeable?

Is the old charging station (still Series 9, just earlier version) simply not compatible with the newer version of the shaver? Unfortunately I can’t tell if the cleaning works since the cleaning solution has just run out… If the cleaning works, I could keep the station around and not keep the shaver in it other than to charge and clean, but if the cleaning won’t work then I may as well just use the charging stand and return to manual cleaning. Would be good to know before buying more cleaning solution. Thanks! In fact, there’s also a recently launched Arc 6 with SIX blades, which is in practice a more comfortable Arc 5 with pretty much the same performance. It’s basically a matte grey, very similar to the Graphite color option found on the 9385cc. There are a few specific models that come in this finish (as you’ll see next). For this reason, along with the potential problems of the original shaving heads (we’ll get into that as well), the original Series 9 models don’t really represent a viable option in 2023 anymore. 2. The 2016 Series 9 (92xx)It basically selects between a short, normal, and intensive cleaning mode (indicated by one, two, or three droplet symbols on the station). Men with wiry, curly hairs will also benefit from the Series 9’s specially designed cutting elements. I did however notice that the S9 Pro is a bit louder and feels somewhat faster when shaving (the motor is still a 10000 oscillations per minute unit though).

Due to its versatility, durability and affordability stainless steel production continues to increase around the world year after year. The price varies tremendously even for very similar models (in terms of specs and accessories), so I highly recommend doing a bit of research before buying a particular shaver. In May 2017 I bought a 9290cc, I really liked it, it gave a comfortable and close wet shave. I eventually gave up on it in May this year after having had to return it for repair three times which resulted in the replacement of the complete shaver unit twice. So when what was my third razor ceased to function in May this year two days before going on an extended holiday and with no time to get it repaired for the fourth time I gave up and bought a Panasonic ES-RF31.

If you can’t get a Series 5 or you can bump your budget a bit, then the older Series 7 (pre-2020) is a really good shaver. I also posted a comprehensive review of all the different models here. But to summarize, the 7865cc is probably the one that is the easiest to get right now no matter where you live. Alternatively, the 7893s is identical performance-wise, but doesn’t come with a cleaning station and it’s usually cheaper. This Series 9 station supposedly analyses the hygiene status of the shaver and chooses accordingly between three programs: Short (economical), Normal, and Intensive. A pre-shave lotion can be viable alternative to shaving cream and can improve your dry shave results. I actually wrote an article on this topic, you can access it here.

Shaving shouldn’t inflict significant discomfort provided that we take care of the basics (a suitable razor and good technique). If that’s not enough, we can assume that we’re dealing with sensitive skin. The severity can vary from some razor burn and redness to more serious issues like ingrown hairs and razor bumps. There’s also a new color option available with the Series 9 Pro that roughly translates from German to Precious Metal. The second real novelty brought by the 9385cc/9390cc and all the other new Series 9 models is a slightly larger battery.From ornamental structures to rugged industrial use, stainless steel offers a range of utility. Understanding the unique characteristics of different stainless steel alloys is essential to not only ensuring long-lasting and safe performance, but optimizing costs as well. Finally, there’s the new Philips Norelco 9500 if you know from previous experience that rotary razors work better for you. A bigger battery, with a 20% larger capacity compared to the previous generation. That should provide up to 60 minutes of cordless shaving time.