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The editors liked
Physical inputs to match Xbox/PS3 controllers
Intuitive and flexible button
Mapping function
Low price
Decent specifications
Interesting concept
MiniHDMI output for gaming on a TV
Good for retrogaming
Archos Mapping Tool is handy for assigning functions to buttons
Mapping buttons feature
HDMI TV output
1080p video playback
Game Mapping Tool
The Archos GamePad may be unusual
But its design is not
Like the Sony PS Vita and Nintendo Wii U’s GamePad controller before it
It slots dual analog thumbsticks on either side of a large screen - and it works.The GamePad seem thinner than it is
With a pleasant if cheap grey plastic design that’s Archos through and through
But all the buttons are in reach
And to make up for the lack of space
Great concept
Reasonably priced
The editors didn't like
Outdated and low
Quality analog control nubs
Lack of standardization across games
Not very pretty
Poor gaming interface
Bad screen
Weak battery life
Incompatible with some big games
Terrible battery life / Some hangs and slowdowns
Analogue sticks haven't been designed very well
Tight viewing angles (TN screen)
Screen resolution is a bit low
Analogue sticks aren't in the most practical position
Lowquality webcam / Audio quality a
Won't work with all games
Poor battery life
Constant freezing and crashes
Lacklustre look and feel
Poor selection of compatible games
Weak screen with temperamental responsiveness
The Archos GamePad’s 1024x600 display is pleasant enough for playing games
But as you’d expect with the low pricetag
It’s far from the best we’ve ever laid eyes on. Viewing angles are poor
And the resolution is far from HD
If you plan to read ebooks as much as play Modern Combat on it
This will definitely start to irritate you.Secondly
The Archos GamePad’s battery life is less than impressi