Typical price: £199
What is it: Hard-disk-based portable media centre and PVR
What we think: Truly excellent media player, but optional and costly plugins should be in the box
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 8 August 2007
Tags: Archos, Archos 605 WiFi, Adobe PDF, France, portable
We like:
Sound quality; easy-to-use Web browser and interface; screen quality; virtual keyboard; PDF support; runs on Linux
We don't like:
Many features require additional payment; no FM radio; no slot for stylus
You might also need:
DVR docking station; headphones; various software plugins
CNET UK judgement:
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 we've seen makes this an absolute killer gadget and a media hoarder's dream
Full review:
The Archos 605 WiFi is the flagship model of the fifth generation of portable media players from French manufacturer Archos. Available in 30GB and 160GB hard disk and 4GB flash versions, the 605 runs on a modified version of Linux and supports an optional Opera Web browser for full Web access. Archos' latest PMP can even support 5.1 surround sound if you buy an additional dock. Continue Reading...
Archos 605 WiFi History
5 Sep 2008 in Reviews
If you don't want to be bound by the iPod/iTunes ecosystem, but still want the benefits of touch-controlled navigation and portable music and video, we've got four killers for you to consider
28 Apr 2008 in Crave
Archos announces GPS, Flash 9, Paramount movie downloads
Archos has announced a GPS add-on for its flagship 605 WiFi PMP, along with support for Adobe's Flash 9, and a deal with Paramount for on-demand movie downloads
2 Nov 2007 in Reviews
Better than iPod: Four killer alternatives
While Apple continues to innovate in the MP3 player market, competitors are getting better at beating them to the post. We round up four players we consider not just as good as the iPods, but better
19 Oct 2007 in Crave
CNET.co.uk Editors' Choice Awards 2007
It's that time of year again, when the badinage flows as smoothly as the champagne -- yes, it's the impossibly glamorous CNET.co.uk Editors' Choice Awards
15 Jun 2007 in Crave
Hands-on with the Archos 605 fifth-gen PVP
Archos has unveiled its fifth generation of PVP -- the 605 being the flagship model. This lovely Wi-fi enabled device boasts a metric tonne of features and won't completely empty your bank account
Latest user reviews
June 8, 2008
Posted by: jmt29
"Perfect for me"
March 4, 2008
Posted by: mh_007
"Pricey but worth every penny"
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