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Great budget buy!! Archos 405 2GB.

Advantages: Good screen size for the price. Easy to use. Good sound quality. Not too heavy or bulky.
Disadvantages: Takes a long time to charge. Battery life could be better.

I bought the Archos 405 as I had used the Archos 605 at college and really enjoyed using it. The 605 was out of my price range so i settled with the archos 405. I was surprised at the screen size,(3.5"), compared to other similar products of the same price,(1.5"-2.5"). Now because i had used an Archos system before i was aware of the instructions and how to use it, nevertheless, it is extremely easy to use. The buttons are clear and easy to use, ...
...a cable that charges the device from the computer/laptop, as this is quite inconvenient for me. Although you can buy adaptors pretty much anywhere from about £5.00. All in all i would recomend this product to anyone who hasn't got a budget for the newer Archos systems or iPod touch. ...

katherinedare222 22.07.2009 · Read full review
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Review of Archos 405 2GB

Archos 605 wifi

Advantages: Screen quality, navigation,
Disadvantages: slight hum from HDD when loding data

i purchased the Archos 605 Wifi 160Gb model last christmas and there is only one word that could describe this player AMAZING, the wide range of features that the palyer offers to the user is unbileavable, the ability to drag and drop files from pc or mac directly o to the player without the need for any third party software makes it quick and easy to to load data, the player supports a wide range of file formats including some HD formats but additional ...
...through a pc from the archos website, the image quality of the display is far supirior to others that are on the market the navigation is simple and easy to follow with the large screen it makes it a dream to use. to use the web browser additional plugins are required to acces the net, but it acts like a personal internet cafe where ever there is a wifi connection, perfect for students at university or business users. the device can also be used ...

Mattrob199 02.10.2008 · Read full review
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Review of Archos 605 WiFi 160 GB

A Gmini miracle

Advantages: Huge memory for photos, music and videos.
Disadvantages: Lack of accessories.

I have had my Gmini for about a year now. In that time I have only been able to listen to songs on it for about 9 months. It is a brilliant product, which is great for listening to music and watching films with. But the main problem is the lack of accessories and the availability of them. It took me ages to find a decent place to buy new headphones and a new usb cable. Apart from that though it is very good. It has a huge amount of memory, which ...
...and lots of movies too. The display is excellent and all of the colours are exquisite. the only other complaint I could have about this is the weight and size. it is a very big player and is really quite heavy, but for the amount of memory it has, it is expected. I would definitely recommend this and would have one over an iPod any day. ...

alexthegreat 14.09.2007 · Read full review
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Review of Archos Gmini 500 40 GB

*Get a WiFi from an Archos PMP*

Advantages: fantastic media features
Disadvantages: requires daily wipe due to fingerprints

...Wifi 40GB** ----------------------------------------------------------------- -- Archos – The portable entertainment manufacturer -- Archos; was established in 1988, it is a global electronic manufacturer leader for portable components in the field of entertainment and digital content storage. They specialise in UI (User Interface) technologies, more known a ‘touch-screen’ technologies. Since 1988, Archos have expanded their technologies facilities ...
...and Europe since April 2007. Archos have released the 704 Media Player, with the help of ‘Mediatechie’ ahead of schedule. It is already been regarded as a pioneering portable media player of it’s time. Archos’s, involvement in the hugely inventive Nintendo Wii; was a big factor in the Wii’s success. Being a global leader in portable technologies Archos are not that well-known. However, anyone has been through an electronic door while on a shopping ...

1st2thebar 25.07.2007 · Read full review
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Review of Archos 704 WiFi 40 GB

The Archos 504 80GB

Advantages: One can take one's favourite videos anywhere, easily.
Disadvantages: It is not the lightest device.

...and television episodes on my Archos 504 along with all my desired music. I also liked to fact that the screen is quite large and one can enjoy films on it, unlike some cheaper, smaller devices. There was also the added bonus of there being an inbuilt sound recorder, and one of good quality, and it can be quite useful when memos need to be recorded. For these reasons, the Archos 504 has been a most agreeable device to own. However, I would also highlight ...
...when watching films does not last a great deal of time- in the region of two hours, or thereabouts. Listening to music, it lasts longer- probably double, but I am not certain, as I constantly top up the battery. Unfortunately, and rather naughtily, the company did not include a mains charger with it, only a USB lead which allows charging. I use the DVR station to charge it. Also, when playing sound out loud, it is not extremely loud, but it is only ...

MasonEsq 21.08.2008 · Read full review
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