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1.0 stars
"Useless if you have OEM installed Windows"
January 26, 2013 |
Version: Magical Jelly Bean Keyfinder 2.0.8
Pros
It did find my Office Product Key.
Cons
If you have a computer from a large company like Dell, Sony, Gateway, etc., then you will probably get THEIR generic Product Key instead of the Key on your sticker. I re-installed Windows with Dell's OEM Windows DVD, and I used my sticker Product Key. Yet this program still comes up with Dell's Key. Also, beware: the program will give you other programs that you may not want.
Summary
You can try it, but be sure to compare the Key to your sticker!
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4.0 stars
"Not sure yet"
November 21, 2012 | By ptsnapp
Version: Magical Jelly Bean Keyfinder 2.0.8
Pros
Appears to do what it says, but I would like to see if it can expand beyond some of the obvious programs. It took a bit to get past the "multiple connections" issue running it remotely on my laptop from my desktop. When running into that problem, once trying some of the suggestions on the FAQ page that addresses this, it is best to reboot both computers and it should work.
Cons
I bought the basic Recover Keys program, which is supposed to recover the keys for 3600+ programs and am perusing the list. I have Adobe Acrobat XI and it did not pick that up, so I do not know what it is missing yet.
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5.0 stars
"Exceeded Expectations"
November 7, 2012 | By Walkabowt
Version: Magical Jelly Bean Keyfinder 2.0.8
Pros
I rarely review things online, but -- I bought a computer on Craig's List this weekend. I wanted to wipe the drive and reinstall Windows (the seller has done a fresh install, but I'm too paranoid to hook a strange system into my network), but the license sticker wan't on the case and the seller wasn't responding to my attempts to contact him. I could have bought a new Windows license, but then the computer would no longer be a bargain. I did a web search to see if there was a way to extract the key, and found this program.
I downloaded it from the creator's website (not CNET, since I've been burned one too many times by the adware that manages to sneak onto my system even when I think I've declined everything), installed it, and then ran the program. I expected to wait a few minutes while it scrubbed my registry, but - and here's why I'm reviewing it with 5 stars - it INSTANTLY showed me my Windows key. I'm reinstalling on that other computer as I type this!
Cons
None if you have simple needs, like getting a Windows license key. I think you have to buy an upgraded version if you want to extract things like Photoshop keys.
Major con: if you get it from CNET, you'll be forced to use their download manager and its pernicious attempts to stick adware on your computer.
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5.0 stars
"Small, Quick, Does what it's supposed to"
October 16, 2012 | By Franknva
Version: Magical Jelly Bean Keyfinder 2.0.8
Pros
Small and fast with a reasonable pitch to buy the full version. Not crippled unless you want app serial numbers then you buy full version. No problems uninstalling. Found an accurate Windows 7 CD key that worked for a reinstall.
Cons
Careful during the install. You need to uncheck the install adware check box if you don't want to install it. It's checked by default so watch what you are doing during install.
Summary
This is as good as shareware is in this day and age.
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5.0 stars
"It Worked for me"
March 23, 2012 | By odin56
Version: Magical Jelly Bean Keyfinder 2.0.8
Pros
so quick so easy
Cons
Haven't found any yet.
Summary
Download, Install, Run, Record your keys. Simple
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3.0 stars
"I was not impressed."
March 11, 2012 | By BIGEMANN
Version: Magical Jelly Bean Keyfinder 2.0.8
Pros
Installed ok.
Cons
I have a lot of software installed and it Did not show much of anything.How do you know if the full version works any better.
Summary
I would not reccomend !
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1.0 stars
"Would not recommend"
February 23, 2012 | By gnett221
Version: Magical Jelly Bean Keyfinder 2.0.8
Pros
None. They say its free, but to get more code #'s you have to pay for premium version npothing is ever free....Don't waste your time!!!
Cons
Doesn't work!! They gave a generic product key code #.
Summary
Nothing is free!!!
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5.0 stars
"works for me"
January 22, 2012 | By bcnet
Version: Magical Jelly Bean Keyfinder 2.0.8
Pros
key found matches my records - I was not sure which key I had used. It also found the correct version, unlike another program I tried.
Save to file works.
Cons
none found
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5.0 stars
"This retrieved all of the product keys that I needed."
December 27, 2011 | By Eksevics
Version: Magical Jelly Bean Keyfinder 2.0.8
Pros
Successfully retrieved the information that I needed for Windows and for Microsoft Office.
Cons
I didn't notice any cons from what I needed it for.
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5.0 stars
"I have tried the Magical jelly bean and it is the best"
August 13, 2011 | By Rstgo007
Version: Magical Jelly Bean Keyfinder 2.0.8
Pros
It has worked ten out of ten times,has not failed once i have recommended it to all my friends and they agree it works, and it's free you can't beat that and CNET you are the best keep up the good work you have helped me out of alot of jams thanx.
Cons
Absolutly none
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