Archos 605 WiFi (30GB, Silver) - Expert Reviews

Review summary: Archos 605 gets a screen upgrade and a price cut, along with access to CinemaNow's movies. Will the improvements break the PMP into the mainstream?

Pros: Great screen with polished new interface. Good video playback, with some interesting content options. Best-in-class Web browser.

Cons: No transfer software, still. Wi-Fi can get sluggish. Buttons seemed wobbly, and we weren't fond of the button layout.

Pros: With top-notch video resolution, incredible viewing angles, and integrated support for wireless movie downloads, the Archos 605 WiFi is the best of its breed.

Cons: Battery life is only average. Many users will need to shell out extra for software and hardware accessories they'll wish were included.

Verdict: The Archos 605 WiFi portable video player is one of the best mobile distractions money can buy.

Review summary: The evolution of portable media players in recent years has been a joy to observe. Players generally get smaller, yet offer better screens and abilities (the Apple iPhone comes to mindeven though it is not technically a pure entertainment device). The ...

Pros: Great-looking screen. Programmable video recording. Downloadable cable guide. Content Portal offers movie rentals. Sturdy kickstand for optimal viewing. Streams from networked PCs

Cons: Not terribly user-friendly. Not many major improvements over previous model. Wi-Fi no longer includedcosts extra. Internet browsing blown away by iPhone. Mysterious organization of music files

Verdict: The 605 behaves more like a mini PC than a portable gadgetless fun than useful. It's a versatile performer, but the manual's a must-read.

Pros: With top-notch video resolution, incredible viewing angles, and integrated support for wireless movie downloads, the Archos 605 WiFi is the best of its breed.

Cons: Battery life is only average. Many users will need to shell out extra for software and hardware accessories they'll wish were included.

Verdict: The Archos 605 WiFi portable video player is one of the best mobile distractions money can buy.

Review summary: Archos' latest wireless PMP lets you download movies over the air, but you'll have to shell out more to get the most of this device.

Pros: gt ; Slim design with brilliant display, • Content Portal provides wireless access to media, • Excellent sound and video quality

Cons: gt ; Many features require additional cost, • Short Wi-Fi range, • CinemaNow offers sluggish content browsing, Music Formats: MP3, WMA, protected WMA, WAV, Storage: 30GB, , , , By Tom, , , , , ., , , At $299 for the 30GB model (not including optional ...