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
Great-looking screen. Programmable video recording. Downloadable cable guide. Content Portal offers movie rentals. Sturdy kickstand for optimal viewing. Streams from networked PCs.
Lots of storage
Touchscreen
Lots of features
Slim design with brilliant display
Content Portal provides wireless access to media
Excellent sound and video quality
Can wirelessly stream content from PC
Good screen
Easy to use
Wireless networking
Touchscreen works great
Better screen res than old version.
Gorgeous wide-screen display
Supports wireless file transfer and content downloads
Works with PCs and Macs
Excellent Web browser supports Flash
Nice price
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.
Big
Highquality touchscreen
Wireless Internet access
Great screen with polished new interface. Good video playback
With some interesting content options. Best-in-class Web browser.
An exciting storage solution combined with full multimedia player functionality
The editors didn't like
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.
Bulky design
Built-in speaker
Complicated on-screen menu system
Many features require additional cost
Short Wi-Fi range
CinemaNow offers sluggish content browsing
No stylus slot
Some software and hardware features cost extra
Lousy battery life
10% surcharge for Opera
Hazylooking screen.
No built-in stylus storage
Support for certain file types costs extra
Web browser Flash support or online video streaming requires extra-cost plug-in
Nonstandard USB connector
Mediocre battery life
No AC charger
Battery life is only average. Many users will need to shell out extra for software and hardware accessories theyll wish were included.
Only 30GB of storage
TV hookup requires $100 extra
No transfer software
Still. Wi-Fi can get sluggish. Buttons seemed wobbly
Abstract: We were impressed with the 605 WiFis predecessor, the 604 WiFi (web ID: 102297), and Archos has made a few tweaks to make the new version more desirable. The resolution has been increased to 800 x 480; the 30GB hard disk is ample for long journeys ...
The Archos is attractive, good value for money and well-designed, with an intuitive layout and high-quality screen. Charging is a hassle, however. David Price Lowest online price: £N/A ...
Abstract: Carry your music and movies with wireless convenience. Great screen and interface, but an MPEG-2 decoder and web browser should be included. The 605 is the latest portable media player (PMP) from Archos, one of the best known brands in this area. Whi...
Abstract: The 605 WiFi is Archoss latest Portable Media Player (PMP). Although many modern MP3 players can play video, theyre often picky about the file formats they support, and its hard to immerse yourself in a film when its playing on a 2in screen. A d...
The Archos 605 represents the cream of the current PMP crop, and no mistake. It looks, feels and performs like a professional, with an intuitive and even fun UI, great features and the capability to bring the PMP into the mainstream the way no other d...
Sound quality; easy-to-use Web browser and interface; screen quality; virtual keyboard; PDF support; runs on Linux
Many features require additional payment; no FM radio; no slot for stylus
A terrific media player and a delight to use. The optional plugins should be included as standard, though. That aside, full video support, a fully functioning Web browser and the sharpest screen weve seen makes this an absolute killer gadget and a me...
Large screen size, Tactile screen, Good autonomy, Screen resolution of 800 x 480 pixels
Some functions are featured twice on side and screen buttons, Many (optional) plugins that have to be purchased, Small viewing angles, Long recharging time via USB
Great audio quality, Support for quite a few video codecs
Slightly heavy, Most features need to be bought, Battery life is not good, Battery heats with continuous playback
MusicAudio quality is very impressive with very clear tones and a bass line that won’t quit. Clarity was impeccable with plenty of audio settings provided to help you adjust the sound to your preference. Included are EQ presets, a Bass Boost level c...
