Archos Gmini 220

User Reviews for Archos Gmini 220

• Reviewed by: nowlin20atm

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  Strengths: Nice interface, easy to connect to PC, CompactFlash media slot is cool, good media information while playing.

  Weaknesses: Bulky and not easily carried around, MP3 data tags are a pain to get correct, battery life seems short (never indicates a full charge), poor earbuds, buttons don't always work properly.

  Overall Evaluation: All in all, the Gmini 120 is a decent product. It's no slouch with 20GB of storeage and the sound quality is good. The fact that it can be used as a portable hard-drive is great; you can store any type of data on it. The menus for selecting music and changing settings is neat and simple. Recording is fully supported with included AV adapters and software. The main issue that I have with the Gmini is that in order to have the correct information for each track you MUST use the MUSICMATCH Jukebox software. MMJ in itself is not a bad program, but the interaction between the software and the Gmini is cumbersome, slow, and counter-intuitive. Also, the earbuds that are included have a neat volume in-line control, but they are too uncomfortable to use for more than about 5 minutes. A way to carry the MP3 player would be nice, too. For the money, the Gmini 120 isn't bad, it just doesn't follow through on several well-intended ideas.
• Reviewed by: konktorymowi

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  Strengths: I like it

  Weaknesses: Full specifications is not true

  Overall Evaluation: Full specifications suggest that player contains an FM Tuner, it is not true. To use a radio you have to buy it additional for another $50. It definitely changes his market position