Review: The Archos 5 Internet Media Tablet

Posted by: dgoldring on Oct 31 2008 - 421 views

It is always interesting when you can watch the evolution of a device firsthand over a period of time.  I was lucky enough to have that experience with Archos.  I first reviewed the Archos 604 media player.  Shortly thereafter, I got a first-hand look at its successor, the aptly named 605.  With their latest generation of player, however, this is no longer just a media player.  Now, although it features much the same functionality, it is called an Internet Media Tablet.  Media player, Internet tablet, will the this name change bring about a true change in identity, or is this just a new face on an old package.  Read on for a closer look.

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Archos Announces New Line of “Internet Media Tablets”

Posted by: dgoldring on Aug 19 2008 - 18 views

Just as I am getting ready to wrap up my multi-part overview of the iPod Touch, Archos drops a bombshell with their new seventh generation media players, which they refer to as, “Internet Media Tablets.”  As you can see in the image above, these are aimed straight at the iPod Touch, and I have to say they look like they could give the iPod some serious competition.  The new Archos comes in three models, the Archos 7, Archos 5, and Archos 5g. 

According to SlashGear, the differences between the three are pretty obvious:

The Archos 5 is available in 60GB, 120GB and 250GB capacities, with a 4.8-inch 800 x 480 touchscreen and 0.5-inch thickness, while somewhat curiously the Archos 5g only comes in one 30GB variety.  The bigger Archos 7, meanwhile, has a 7-inch touchscreen (still at 800 x 480), either 160GB or 320GB capacity and is 0.63-inches thick.

All three offer Wifi connectivity.  The 5g also offers HSDPA cellular broadband.

I have reviewed the previous two generations of Archos media players, and have always been extremely impressed by their offerings.  I can’t wait to check these out and watch video or read an ebook on that gorgeous seven inch high resolution screen.

The Archos store currently has a big “Coming Soon…” sign on it, but rumor is that these new players should be available in September, with prices starting at $350.

[via Archos and SlashGear]

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