Archos 5 (60GB)
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CNET editors' rating:
3.5 stars
Very good
THE GOOD
The Archos 5 portable video player offers a large, high-resolution touch-screen display, Wi-Fi, music playback, photos, Flash video and game compatibility, a PDF reader, Mac and PC compatibility, built-in speaker, integrated kickstand, and optional DVR, GPS, and 3G capabilities.
THE BAD
The Archos 5 requires a proprietary USB cable for charging and transferring content, the glossy design is quickly marred with fingerprints, older Archos accessories are incompatible, some applications are still in beta, and you'll need to pay extra to activate many of the player's more desirable features.
THE BOTTOM LINE
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.
CNET Reader Reviews
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October 7, 2008 07:15
5.0/5
OK, what the heck are the reviewers talking about? Did they take it with them everywhere, sleep with it, eat with it like I did. First off, the battery life is like way better than 4 hours on video. I put the screen brightness down to the middle le... read more » -
September 25, 2008 02:18
5.0/5
Donald Bell posts several errors in his review. Video resolution support is 720x576 without the HD 1280x720 plugin installed, not 640x480. The Archos 5 has several advantages over the iPod Touch and the Archos 605 WiFi, not the other way around. Arc... read more » -
September 30, 2008 09:58
4.0/5
I think my pros and cons pretty much said it all...now for a reality check for the no brainers (they must have NONE!) who try to write an (AHEM!) knowledgeable review of a product that they have never even held in their hands...RIDICULOUS!
Ple... read more »
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