Published: 2008-11-27, Author: Donald , review by: asia.cnet.com
Large, high-resolution touch-screen display; Wi-Fi; music playback, photos, Flash video and game compatibility; PDF reader; Mac and PC compatibility; built-in speaker; integrated kickstand; optional DVR, GPS, and 3G capabilities.
Requires a proprietary USB cable for charging and transferring content; glossy design is quickly marred with fingerprints; older Archos accessories are incompatible; some applications are still in beta, and youll need to pay extra to activate many of the...
The Archos 5 boasts an improved screen size, image resolution, and sound quality over its predecessor, but its Web browser and Flash media playback are disappointing for a product marketed on the strength of its Internet media capabilities.
Archos devices are always desirable - the question is: how much would you use it? But if you have room in your life for a portable video player and web browser, the Archos 5 Internet Tablet is a slick product to which Google Android has added extra fu...
Abstract: If youll get enough use from the massive array of features on offer from the Archos5 then theres no doubt that its the most effective and versatile device of its type on the market. Image quality is outstanding, the touchscreen is beautifully respo...
The Archos 5 is a beautifully designed portable video player with a stunning screen and very good audio and video playback. But do factor in the cost of accessories and plug-ins. Ginny Mies Lowest online price: ££193.00 Buy it now: click here...
Amazing screen; design; decent capacity options; revised interface; video subtitle support; accessories; optional PVR functionality; Flash 9 support
Additional-but-essential codecs cost more money; no 720p H.264 support; can't output to TV without costly adaptor
If you can afford it and want the best combination of Web access and outstanding video performance, this is one of the only players in the world you need to consider, despite its flaws ...
