Archos 605 Wi-Fi Portable Media Player (80 GB) by Archos
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Digital camera reviews of Archos 605 Wi-Fi Portable Media Player (80 GB)
Digital camera Review: Archos 605 Review
Summary: 5 Stars
I rather like my Archos. While haven't played with the WiFi yet, I am enthused about the music, video, and file storage. The picture quality is brilliant even when watching battle scenes in .avi. I wish the menus were a little easier to navigate, but that's hardly an issue. Even the battery holds up well enough. All in all, I have no major gripes.Digital camera Review: Archos 605 WiFi reviewed!
Summary: 1 Stars
I was highly anticipating the arrival of my Archos 605! But after using the device for 1 week, I returned it. Here's why:
1. It is PAINFUL to charge this unit. It took me a whomping 6-9hrs via USB cable to PC to fully charge this thing. (BTW, no battery level indicator when charging) :(
2. Poor battery life. At max charge, I got only 4hrs 20 minutes worth of Video usuage. Way below what they advertise.
3. I can deal with #1 & #2 but the real kicker as to why I returned it: You CAN NOT view video content and charge this unit at the same time. Reason is, USB limits power to 5vt, 500mA. Simply stated, 500mA is not enough juice for the Archos 605.
So you're left with having to buy an external power supply for a poorly designed PMP. Archos should have supplied one! More money out of your pocket...
4. A la cart plugins? After spending $330 on this thing, it seems like every button you press on the Archos directs you to buy a plugin; $20 or $30 here and there really starts to add up! The sad thing is that all these plugins are already loaded on the unit! You are just paying to get the key to unlock them.
5. Poor technical support. They outsource!
On to the Pros, this thing does have some.
1. An AWESOME screen. The resolution was great! I was very happy watching videos and viewing photos.
2. Touchscreen! Very nice and I found it very easy to navigate.
3. Supported video formats like AVI!
The Archos 605 WiFi had sooooo much potential but it fell short. Battery charge time, battery life, a la cart plugins really start to outweigh all the benefits. It did for me.
If you really want to MAX the capabilities of this unit, be ready to pay an additional $100-$200 for plugins, external power, DVR. Too steep for me!
Digital camera Review: Archos 605WiFi
Summary: 5 Stars
Archos 605WiFi
Great product maybe too pricey to be called a Gadget but when you grab one up on Amazons "Deal of The Day" you can't not just beat the price or help but to buy one,but at that low price you can call it a Gadget or anything else you want for that matter. First of all this baby has WiFi, an 80g drive and has a touch screen. It isn't just a media player like all the others out there. This little fella can also work as a portable hard drive and even a back-up drive. It's terrific, it not only records movies direct from your T.V.,satelite network or cable box but you can rip/copy dvd movies direct to the Archos ( even if they are copy protected, although if they are copy protected they will not playback on your T.V./monitor. However you can still watch them on the Archos screen itself.) You can copy music, video, photos and text files from your computor to the Archos. And because of the virtual keyboard you can work on documents downloaded from your computor. You can listen to your favorite music or take a break and watch a movie or play games. With the web availability you can surf the web, watch internet T.V. or listen to internet radio,access your email and you can even access your Dish Network DVR recordings without having to wait until you get back home or if you just can't wait to watch that episode of your favorite show.now I dont have to carry my laptop around,i just drop it into my pocket and go. The only down-side i found is that in order for some features to work you have to purchase the plug-in's. Also the dvr is sold seperate unless you buy the bundle. But as an overall.. this really is a great product which by the way, my second Archos. Not because the first broke or died on me, but because of the great quallities, features and that infamouse "Deal of the day"
Digital camera Review: Archos 605WiFi
Summary: 5 Stars
I just love this media player. I have the DVR addition and have recorded so many shows that I would have missed. I keep it in my purse for traveling and waiting around in Dr. offices and such. So easy to use.Digital camera Review: Archos has the worst customer service
Summary: 1 Stars
This was a great product for the first day I owned it. Accidentally dropped it while in the case on the second day and cracked the screen rendering it useless.
That's when I learned that ARCHOS HAS THE WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE OF ANY COMPANY I HAVE EVER DEALT WITH. Each step was an arduous task. Took several calls and emails to get a return authorization for service. Finally got it and sent it in for service. Took over a week for them to give me options. I initially decided to pay for repair ($160) and was told to call their 800 number to give my credit card #. Spent a total of over 3 hours on hold over 2 days. Finally got through to an attendant, who transferred me to "customer service" at which point a 5 second message informed me they were closed and they promptly disconnected. Tried emailing, asking them to call me to get paid and no response for a week now.
I RESOLVE TO NEVER BUY AN ARCHOS PRODUCT AGAIN AND TO SHARE THIS EXPERIENCE WITH AS MANY PEOPLE AS I CAN!!!