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THE GOOD
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.

THE BAD
Battery life is only average. Many users will need to shell out extra for software and hardware accessories they'll wish were included.

THE BOTTOM LINE
The Archos 605 WiFi portable video player is one of the best mobile distractions money can buy.

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Average CNET Reader Rating: 6.6 out of 10

CNET Reader Reviews

  1. September 9, 2007 02:39

    4.5/5
    I have owned and or used multiple mp3 players over the years (Creative, Archos, Irvier, Ipod, Sansa...) and I have never been so pleased with a purchase. The Archos 605 has it all. I have owned the Archos 605 for a little over a week.
    Screen ...  read more »

    - cjohnbrown

  2. November 28, 2007 02:42

    5.0/5
    I'd like to address all the misconceptions from other reviewers first. Yes it has a place for the styli inside the protective case supplied with the unit. Yes it has Wifi you don't have to buy a antenna plugin for it. The plugin is for the opera web...  read more »

    - Jay Halase

  3. June 26, 2007 10:33

    4.5/5
    The usual complaint is that Archos charges for everything. We'll guess what, if it all came free, this unit wouldn't cost an amazing $300. What they charge for is what Archos would have to pay other companies for, for example Opera for the web browe...  read more »

    - JonTitor


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