Testseek.com have collected 63 expert reviews of the Archos 605-WiFi and the average rating is 82%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Archos 605-WiFi.
January 2008
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The editors liked
Attractive
Good value for money
Well-designed
Intuitive layout
High-quality screen
Top-notch video resolution
Incredible viewing angles
Integrated support for wireless movie downloads
The editors didn't like
There is no dedicated power cable
You have to charge via USB The Final Word The Archos is attractive
Good value for money and well-designed
With an intuitive layout and high-quality screen. Charging is a hassle
However.
Battery life is only average
Software and hardware accessories should be included
Abstract: Not everyones in love with the Apple and the iPod, and thats what Archos, Microsoft with their Zune and Creative count on. Archos 5th generation portable music and video player, the 605 WiFi improved on the Archos 604 and give the iPod Touch a run ...
Abstract: Last summer, I had the opportunity to review the Archos 604 Wifi, a very nice portable media player. Since that time, Archos has released their fifth generation players, and I now have the opportunity to check out the successor to the 604, the Archos...
The 605 is Archos’ new fifth generation flagship PMP that crams nearly every feature one could want into a PMP. They have even offered a few different capacities including a flash version with expandable SDHC memory that can add up to 32GB of flash ...
The fact that you get 30GB of storage, a touch-sensitive 800 x 480 4.3in widescreen and Wi-Fi in a product costing less than £200 is amazing. Add in its wireless streaming, TV recording ability, good looks and ease of use and you've got a product that's n...
Big, highquality touchscreen, Wireless Internet access
Only 30GB of storage, TV hookup requires $100 extra
Wireless connectivity and a gorgeous touch screen make the Archos 605 WiFi a great video-viewing handheld.
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Published: 2007-09-04, Author: John , review by: techcrunch.com
Abstract: Archos’s bad-ass PMPs are constantly evolving towards the ultimate do-it-all gadget. The 605 WiFi actually comes close — all it needs is a phone, GPS, and espresso maker. Over-the-air downloads, Web surfing, and AV recording are certainly tant...
Great-looking screen. Programmable video recording. Downloadable cable guide. Content Portal offers movie rentals. Sturdy kickstand for optimal viewing. Streams from networked PCs.
Not terribly user-friendly. Not many major improvements over previous model. Wi-Fi no longer included—costs extra. Internet browsing blown away by iPhone. Mysterious organization of music files.
The 605 behaves more like a mini PC than a portable gadget—less fun than useful. Its a versatile performer, but the manuals a must-read....
Slim design with brilliant display, Content Portal provides wireless access to media, Excellent sound and video quality, Can wirelessly stream content from PC
Many features require additional cost, Short Wi-Fi range, CinemaNow offers sluggish content browsing, No stylus slot
Archos PMPs have been steadily improving and becoming thinner and easier to use. The latest generation, the 605 WiFi, comes dangerously close to being what Apples iPhone would be without the phone. Unlike the iPhone, the 605 WiFi lets you wirelessly ...
