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January 2008
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The editors liked
Enjoyable OS and streaming video
Excellent design and build quality
Impressive screen resolution
Easy to use and versatile
Drool-inducing video performance. Plays a tune
Too. Slick UI and build ...
Large screen size
Tactile screen
Good autonomy
Screen resolution of 800 x 480 pixels
Zut alors! With up to ten times the memory of an iPod Touch and a larger
Sharper touchscreen
This French beauty is prettier than Jean-Paul Satre and brainier than Charlotte Gainsbourg. And possibly even the other way around. Video playback looks jaw-dro...
Capacious storage
Top-drawer video
Bags of features
Sound quality
Easy-to-use Web browser and interface
Screen quality
Virtual keyboard
PDF support
Runs on Linux
The editors didn't like
Stuttering web browser
Full functionality costs extra
Verdict
Archos continues to lead the way in the world of PMPs. A highquality device thats a pleasure to use
Web browser plug-in costs extra. Chunkier than an iPod. No stylus holder...
Some functions are featured twice on side and screen buttons
Many (optional) plugins that have to be purchased
Small viewing angles
Long recharging time via USB
Merde! Build quality veers between Peugeot and Renault compared to the Cadillac class of Apple’s iPod Touch – the screen isn’t multi-touch
The software’s buggy
The headphones are pants and even the USB cable isn’t standard...
With top-notch video resolution, incredible viewing angles, and integrated support for wireless movie downloads, the Archos 605 WiFi is the best of its breed.
Battery life is only average. Many users will need to shell out extra for software and hardware accessories theyll wish were included.
The Archos 605 WiFi portable video player is one of the best mobile distractions money can buy.
Slim design with brilliant display, Content Portal provides wireless access to media, Excellent sound and video quality, Can wirelessly stream content from PC
Many features require additional cost, Short Wi-Fi range, CinemaNow offers sluggish content browsing, No stylus slot
Archos PMPs have been steadily improving and becoming thinner and easier to use. The latest generation, the 605 WiFi, comes dangerously close to being what Apples iPhone would be without the phone. Unlike the iPhone, the 605 WiFi lets you wirelessly ...
Published: 2007-08-30, Author: Donald , review by: cnet.com
With top-notch video resolution, incredible viewing angles, and integrated support for wireless movie downloads, the Archos 605 WiFi is the best of its breed.
Battery life is only average. Many users will need to shell out extra for software and hardware accessories theyll wish were included.
The Archos 605 WiFi portable video player is one of the best mobile distractions money can buy.
Great screen with polished new interface. Good video playback, with some interesting content options. Best-in-class Web browser.
No transfer software, still. Wi-Fi can get sluggish. Buttons seemed wobbly, and we werent fond of the button layout.
We think that most handheld device manufacturers could learn something from Apples iPhone, and this is true with Archos as well, but this is a rare case where we think Apple could learn something themselves. Archos content portal, which offers over...
Great screen with polished new interface. Good video playback, with some interesting content options. Best-in-class Web browser.
No transfer software, still. Wi-Fi can get sluggish. Buttons seemed wobbly, and we werent fond of the button layout.
We get our hands on Archos new portable media player, the 605 WiFi. WIth a snazzy new interface and internet content portable, is this our new movie player of choice? http://link.brightcove.com/services/link/bcpid1156002488http://www.brightcove.com/c...
Great-looking screen. Programmable video recording. Downloadable cable guide. Content Portal offers movie rentals. Sturdy kickstand for optimal viewing. Streams from networked PCs.
Not terribly user-friendly. Not many major improvements over previous model. Wi-Fi no longer included—costs extra. Internet browsing blown away by iPhone. Mysterious organization of music files.
The 605 behaves more like a mini PC than a portable gadget—less fun than useful. Its a versatile performer, but the manuals a must-read....
Attractive, good value for money, well-designed, intuitive layout, high-quality screen
There is no dedicated power cable, you have to charge via USB The Final Word The Archos is attractive, good value for money and well-designed, with an intuitive layout and high-quality screen. Charging is a hassle, however.
The Archos is attractive, good value for money and well-designed, with an intuitive layout and high-quality screen. Charging is a hassle, however.
Great audio quality, Support for quite a few video codecs
Slightly heavy, Most features need to be bought, Battery life is not good, Battery heats with continuous playback
MusicAudio quality is very impressive with very clear tones and a bass line that won’t quit. Clarity was impeccable with plenty of audio settings provided to help you adjust the sound to your preference. Included are EQ presets, a Bass Boost level c...
