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  5. Archos 605 WiFi (160GB)
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THE GOOD
The Archos 705 WiFi is a portable video player with a gigantic screen, killer audio, video, and photo format support, an attractive user interface, Flash games, wireless movie rentals, and one of the best Web browsers on a mobile device. Unlike other Archos models, the 705 WiFi includes a QWERTY keypad remote control, built-in AV output, and USB device hosting.

THE BAD
The Archos 705 WiFi is just too big for daily use. It's also heavy, the screen resolution could be sharper, there's no tactile control for volume, and the Web browser costs extra.

THE BOTTOM LINE
Archos 705 WiFi is the biggest, baddest PVP on the market. What you get in screen size, however, you pay for in portability and picture quality.

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Average CNET Reader Rating: 6.0 out of 10

CNET Reader Reviews

  1. January 3, 2008 06:17

    4.0/5
    This PVP is everything I wanted in a PVP. I have waited years to buy one unit that does all that this unit does. That said there are a few things I think Archos could have done better. This is a touch screen which requires a stylus. One is provi...  read more »

    - shanemike

  2. January 7, 2008 08:59

    4.5/5
    This is just simply an awesome device. From the time I turned it on, I was hooked. Once I got the [optional] plug-ins installed, everything worked like a charm. With the [optional] DVR Dock, can record almost anything. I love this machine!!!

    - ashlewis2

  3. November 7, 2007 07:54

    4.5/5
    I have been waiting for this size PVP - expecting Apple to be the one who identified the demand for and adult size product. I expect to see these on every flight I take from now on. BTW note to Archos - please get more content.

    - bill2403


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