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Unable to get local programs guides.* Company techs say HD plug in not sold out, but glitches prevent release* Video is structured for analog only due to HD plug in's not available.* Video playback in analog only means displays over 32" are very poor* No built in or optional microphone prevents use of all IM voice, memos or VOIP programs* Customer service & tech support listen well and are understanding but they are unwilling to provide resolutions or dates of product fixes.* Home programming keyboard is too small and awkward to hold in both hands and to use thumbs for entry. this is a one finger unit which for a home unit is not necessary. It only takes a few moments for this product to seduce you but within a few hours you are left broken hearted and disappointed. Most frustrating.I hated to return this produce due to the above failures but it is clear to see that the product was rushed out prematurely to meet the holiday product season without proper testing and support. In a few months with some product redesign and consideration it is clear this product will be re-released with a new model # and will be the ultimate way to go.I really am heartbroken. Outstanding picture performance and functioning in all areas except the following:* Faulty pop-up keyboard rejects 100,000 ATT and 45,000 T-Mobile hot spots* All Starbucks & Barnes & Nobel connections prevented, software failure * Built in speaker is useless due to little volume.* Video Recording fails to work. shame on you ARCHOS.
It's sturdy. 7. I can record t.v. If you are using this for mp3's and videos on long trips you will have more than enough space.
If you don't want to invest in, or have the need to go to some of the extremes i've listed, stick with the Zune or iPod. But then I came across the Archos 5 online and did some research. B> Buy the plug-ins, they rock, and it's worth the money to make sure you are using the Archos 5's full potential.6. I can check my mail and surf the web from any wifi. I didn't have much need for such a bulky product. Battery Time is AWESOME. A> The DVR Station is well worth the extra $100. and any other audio/video source I put in to it (with the dvr station or dvr snap-on or course).I have not had any battery or program bugs at all in the month I have owned it.For your $400-$500 for a reliable sturdy, forward thinking touchscreen PMP that's miles above the iPod, the Archos is perfect.
Share my pictures with friends. The Archos website is pretty lame and confusing. I have not had anything crash, bug, or tweak out yet. The numbers are pretty high, I did about 6 hours for video and over 12 for audio with more life remaining.Ok, now the cons:1. Some of the prices can be steep.2. Some plug-ins aren't available yet.3. We drove from San Francisco to L.A. Be careful there, you may end up buying something from th UK store by accident.OVERALL:The Archos 5 is a feat of genius.
My friend had some movies and music on his. It was like meeting that cute girl across the room for the first time.I first was introduced to Archos about 3 years ago. and back and never ran out of media.4. The hard drive is HUGE. It's big enough to watch video on without hurting your eyes.2. You do have to pay for the extra accessories. It was interesting.
You don't feel like you are going to break it while you are using it.5. You also get the handy DC charger so as not to use USB to charge your device. But when I met the Archos family something clicked. I'm also a DJ/VJ so I can record my sets with video in real time from the club. The internet, mail and other appz work just fine. I can watch days of movies, listen to weeks of audio. I'm an iPod fan.
It can use your Archos as a DVR and you can record those TV programs or On Demand Movies for your watching pleasure. Yes, i've owned every version/generation and probably will continue to do so. When you have the right accessories this thing wails on the competition. It was perfect, or so I thought.Let's start with the basic Pros:1. It's recent firmware updates have kept this guy going strong since i've bought it.3. They will play just about anything you want them too, but they aren't as flexible as the Archos 5.
Music quality is dependent upon speakers. I have a PC for business, a MacBook Pro for music, photo sharing, etc. I use noise-canceling headphones-excellent. For lots of travel, I have used my iPod classic 30g, my MacBook, my Kindle and now my Archos.5. Archos support has been responsive and their web site has an informative tutorial. I'm not very good with all of the current technology, so I need help. I've had the Archos 5 250 for several weeks and I'm enjoying all of the main features.
Web experience is quick, clean and flexible-fit width, full or enlarged. Amazing screen-bright, good color quality and resolution. Movies and photos are beautifully reproduced.
Let's just say this: the weight of archos 5 is somewhat similar to an IPod Classic, so be prepared. - Codec support - I bought archos 5 mainly for its broad codec support. In general, I'm quite happy about the archos 5, although I really wish that they support mkv.
However, the lack of support of mkv container is somewhat a disappointment.- Weight - Coming from IPod nano, the archos 5 is comparatively bulkier, althought pocketable. To give a detail score, that would be 85/100. Used Time ~ 3 daysI bought the Archos 5 after I saw multiple updates on the buggy firmware.
Archos 5 only supports the most common secured network, but not the more complicated ones. Pros:-Excellent screen - the screens totally blows me away with crispy color and detailed resolution.-Fairly good Flash 9 support - I tried to play some flash games and youtube- most of them worked, so I'm happy with it.-Better than average codec support - Unlike IPod Touch, you can basically just drag and drop your video and it will work. Cons:-Wifi works at my home, but at my work place.
Go Archos.
AVI support. 250gb HD.3. The fonts look so clear. AAC support (pay extra but worth it).4. Like watching a HD movie.Cons: 1.Battery Life.2.
Kickstand.8. The best web browser on any Mp3, PMP player.If you think the iphone has a good browser then think again. Beautiful and yet simple GUI.7. Amazing detail. Ripped some DVD to AVI at 720x480 at 2.5mbps.
Easy to Navigate and great interface. Pros: 1.4.8 inch touch screen at 800x480.2. Like browsing on a laptop.Flash 8 and 9 support.6. Its not Open source.Summary: This is the best Mp3, PMP player i ever owned and let me tell you, i don't regret spending almost 500 bucks on it.I owned alot of mp3 players (ipod classic, Zune, Cowon D2) and they all had their cons. Great sound.5.
This does have it cons but its not as bad the as the others.Avi movies looks soo good on this, almost feels like watching HD content.
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