Manufacturer's Description
Archos 605 WiFi 30GB Portable Media Player - Silver
Featuring the highest quality screen resolution, highest quality video, touch screen, WiFi capabilities for streaming content to the device or a TV, the ARCHOS 605 WiFi is the top product in the line-up for flexibility, portability, features and price.
Product Specifications for
Archos 605 WiFi 30GB Portable Media Player - Silver
| Capacity and Display |
| Hard Drive Capacity |
30 GB |
| LCD Screen Size |
4.3 in |
| More Info |
| URL |
http://www.archos.com/products/gen_5/archos_605wifi/index.html?country=global&lang=en |
| Battery |
| Battery Life (Video) |
5.5 hour(s) |
| Battery Life (Audio) |
17 hour(s) |
| Battery Type |
Lithium-ion Polymer |
| Warranty |
| Warranty Information |
1 Year Limited Warranty |
| Dimensions |
| Depth |
0.6 in |
| Weight |
6.7 oz |
| Width |
4.8 in |
| Height |
3.2 in |
| Other Features |
| General Features |
Touch Screen|TV Recording Scheduler|Web Browser |
| Included Components |
Carrying Case|Headphones|USB Cable |
| Wireless Connectivity |
Wireless Ethernet - 11 Mbps IEEE802.11b|Wireless Ethernet - 54 Mbps IEEE802.11g |
| Interface |
| Slots |
microSD Card|miniSD Card|SD Memory Card |
| Output |
Headphone Out (1/8" Mini) |
| Input |
USB 2.0 |
| Media Formats Supported |
| Image Format |
JPEG |
| Audio Format |
AAC|MP3|WMA|WMA DRM |
| Video Format |
AVI|MPEG-2|MPEG-4|WMV |
Most recent User Reviews for
Archos 605 WiFi 30GB Portable Media Player - Silver
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Reviewed by: supaspecial
03-03-08
Duration of ownership:
Strengths: Large screen size, nice LCD, playback for a wide range of video formats, touch screen
Weaknesses:Cheap headphones, USB charging only, plug-ins cost extra
Overall Evaluation: I purchased the Archos 605 Wi-Fi Portable Media Player mainly for watching video on long flights (I do a lot of traveling). I choose this over the iTouch as the screen is much, much larger - 800x480 vs. 480x320. It's also a 4.3 versus a 3.5. It's much thicker and heavier than the iTouch but I think the trade-off is worth it for the larger LCD. Another big selling point, was the price. I purchased my Archos 605 30GB from Amazon for $225.97 (the price has since gone up). The 32BG iTouch is $499 which is double the price of the Archos. In hindsight, I do wish that I bought the 160GB version as I've had to remove movies and tv shows to make room for new ones. As for the device itself, it works great as a compact video player and photo viewer. I still prefer my iPod for playing MP3s but the Archos can do this as well, just not as nicely as the iPod does. I haven't used the WiFi features as you have to pay extra for the Web browser plug-in. This doesn't bother me much as I didn't purchase this device for that purpose.
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Reviewed by: SomDestiny81
02-01-08
Duration of ownership:
11
Months
Strengths: perfect sound, perfect picture, so portable, easy to use
Weaknesses:bulky if we compare it with ipod
Overall Evaluation: I bought this zigmo 1 year back, still using it in fullest. Would like to recommend it to others too. Will advice to buy a better headphone. Wifi works well.

Review:
Archos 605 WiFi
Wireless connectivity and a gorgeous touch screen make the Archos 605 WiFi a great video-viewing handheld.
For watching video on the go, the Archos 605 WiFi media player offers a near-perfect combination of usability and portability. The 4.6-inch, 800-by-400-pixel wide-screen LCD is just the right size for close-up viewing on a train or plane, yet it slips easily into your bag or coat pocket. The touch screen makes it a cinch to operate, and wireless connectivity lets you easily stock up with media.
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