Archos 605 Wi-Fi Portable Media Player (30 GB) | List Price: $299.99
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Brand: Archos
Binding: Electronics
Features: - The 30 GB Archos 605 Wi-Fi bridges the gap between the PC and the TV; for the first time, you can stream content from the PC or the Internet to the TV or PMP--all through a wireless home network, the Archos 605, and the DVR Station
- Play all your digital entertainment: movies, TV shows, photos and music
- Record your favorite TV shows
- Stream and watch videos from your PC
- Download movies and music directly on your PMP using the Archos Content Portal
It is THE Video Player Period [Posted on 2008-11-07]
I purchased the 605 WiFi a year ago and I have found that it surpasses any portable electronic device that plays video to include the multitude of video enable phones, mp3 players etc...
What makes this player so great?
Size! The screen size is perfect for watching videos while traveling. The quality of the video depends on how it was compressed, but if you like Amazon Video On Demand, this player works flawlessly with that service and the video quality is great. It's like watching a handheld TV.
I don't think this player was designed to listen to through the speakers even though it has the capability. With an good pair of head phones you get clear loud sound. I have a pair of V-Modas and it sounds fantastic.
I use it exclusively to play video, but of course it has many features to include audio, Internet, wireless sync with your computer, video on demand from other services, games etc...The docking station is a must. You can also hook it up to your TV and use the remote. I watch videos a purchased through my TV. A word on that though. Because the videos are compressed for small screen, the quality is degraded when you watch on TV.
The touch screen is totally responsive. It's my favorite part of the player. The screen is big enough so that you don't have to use a touch device you can easily use your index fingers.
I have not used the DVR capability because you really have to have digital cable for it to work properly. But why would I want to record with this player when I can use a tuner card with my computer and turn it into a DVR? But to scream about this feature is moot. It can be used for a DVR.
If the player has a flaw it's not in its design it is in the price of all the additional plug-ins. I think Archos is low rent for creating a player with all of these great features then making you pay extra for using them. Archos you are scum sucking price gouging leeches! Each Plug-in costs between $19-$29 so you "deal" for this player is quickly eaten up by buying plug-ins and you definitely need the plug-ins!
Otherwise the player is the envy of every wanna be audiophile. Any newbie can get an iPOD but an Archos puts you in a higher class of cool. I know. I watch video with this player on flights and all those POD heads are always leaning over asking me, "what's that?" I say it's the player you were too cheap to buy, stick with squinting and watching video on your iPOD classic. A word about the iPOD touch. The video quality is great, but the largest capacity is 32 GB. This players goes up to 160 GB! That's enough for movies, pictures, and a ton of video.
If you're haggling over the price, don't buy this. It's expensive. If you have to have the best then definitely get this. You will not regret it.
Buy Something Else [Posted on 2008-11-08]
I bought the Archos 605 mainly for the hard drive capacity. I didn't want to be locked into the iTunes format and it seemed like the Archos was a good choice.
My complaints are the following:
They make a lot of claims about what it can do, then they nickel and dime you for those features. It's like 30 bucks if you want to get on the internet, and more if you want to play other types of video format. Before you know it you are paying more than you anticipated.
The battery life is very short.
It freezes up on me when I try to play certain audio files (I don't know why).
The website is not user friendly.
User interface on the device is not as smooth as the iTouch or iPhone.
Finally there are not many manufacturers building accessories for it. For the iPod you can buy various protective cases and speakers that you can plug it into. There is like nothing for the Archos.
It is not worth the money. Buy something else like an iPod.
The best PMP in the market! [Posted on 2008-11-22]
I've had my Archos 605 for two years now and its the best portable electronic gagdet I've ever bought. Surf the net, download movies, show, music, pictures, or your own video in any format. Never have to worry about compatibility. Also, purchase the DVR you will be able to watch your stored movies on the big screen as well as recording your favorite shows and taking them on the road.
still not up to expectation [Posted on 2008-11-22]
I bought this archos after a friend of mine raved aboiut his. It was very difficult to use and tech support was not that helpful but once I got my friend over to help me use it I saw the benefit of this compared to other mp3/media players including ipod. The fact that I can record direct from tv is great. I watch my shows on my long coommute into work everyday. Ive been using it for the past year and I have to say it still has not met my expectation. Cons: difficult to use, sound quality is not great and its a bit big and bulky compared to others.
Great for showing art to galleries [Posted on 2008-11-23]
I bought this as a tool for showing my art and animations to galleries and dealers. It is wonderful and sure is better than a paper based portfolio.
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