Archos 5 60GB Hard Drive Portable Media Player

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Pros

  • Adequate storage (11)
  • Easy to use (10)
  • Fast (10)
  • Good compatibility (10)
  • Compact design (9)
  • Good battery life (6)
  • Durable (5)
  • Great software bundle (5)
  • Lots of storage (5)
  • Simple controls (5)
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Cons

  • Poor battery life (5)
  • Heavy (4)
  • Poor software bundle (3)
  • Bulky (2)
  • Difficult to use (2)
  • Freezes up (2)
  • Poor sound quality (2)
  • Bulky design (1)
  • Freezes from time to time (1)
  • Limited compatibility (1)

Best Uses

  • Multimedia (11)
  • Travel (9)
  • Syncing with computer (8)
  • Good for commuting (6)
  • Mobile communication (5)
  • Organization (5)
  • Home use (4)
  • Work (4)
  • Anywhere (3)
  • Business use (2)
 
 
 

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The ARCHOS 5 brings the customer a new daily way to enjoy Internet, Media and TV...in a handheld device. In 60GB, fitting in the pocket, its 5'' screen will let you navigate effortlessly through the internet, and enjoy videos like never before.*Manufacturer: Archos Technology *Manufacturer Part Number: 501117 *Manufacturer Website Address: www.archos.com *Product Model: 5 *Product Name: 5 60GB Hard Drive Portable Media Player *Product Type: Hard Drive Portable Media Player *Product Features: Photo Viewer *Hard Drive Capacity: 60GB *Screen Size: 4.8", 4.8" *Image Formats: GIF *Display Screen Type: Active Matrix TFT Color LCD *Touchscreen: Yes *Display Resolution: 384000Pixel *Color Support: 16.7 Million Colors *Image Formats: GIF *Audio Formats: AAC *Maximum Number of Songs: 30000 *Video Formats: Motion JPEG *Image Sensor: Not Applicable *Effective Resolution: Not Applicable *Optical Zoom: Not Applicable *Digital Zoom: Not Applicable *Network Technology: Wi-Fi *Network Standard: IEEE 802.11b/g *Interfaces/Ports: 1 x Mini-phone Headphone *Battery Run Time: 22 Hour *Dimensions: 5.02" Height x 3.08" Width x 0.51" Depth *Weight: 8.82 oz *Package Contents: *5 60GB Hard Drive Portable Media Player *Headphones *ARCHOS USB cable *DVR Station adapter *Screen cleaning cloth *Quick Start Guide (QSG) *Legal and safety notice *Platform Support: Mac

Specification Description
Model 501117
UPC 690590511170
Additional features Wi-Fi (802.11g) connection, touchscreen, Web browsing
Additional formats supported PDF
Audio formats supported Stereo MP3 decoding @ 30-320 Kbits/s CBR & VBR, WMA, Protected WMA, WMA pro 5.1, WAV (PCM/ADPCM)
Available for Store Pickup Spec Name: rshStandard Yes
Benefits 60GB of memory lets you store your favorite movies, music and more4.8" color touchscreen lets you see your favorite movies and shows
Built-in memory 60GB
Cables Included USB cable, DVR station adapter
Capacity UOM mAh
Color support Yes
Connections USB (1)
Country Of Origin China
Description Header Your new companion.
Display Catalog Number 55030079
Display size (diagonal) 4.8 inches
Enclosure Color Black
End Product Indicator Yes
Included in the Box Archos 5 60GB IMT playerHeadphonesArchos USB cableDVR station adapterScreen cleaning clothQuick s
Integrated speaker(s) Yes
Mac system requirements MAC OS X and Linux (with Mass Storage Device Support)
Manufacturer Labor Warranty 12
Manufacturer Part Number 501117
Manufacturer Parts Warranty 12
MAP Price 0.0
Max resolution 800x480
Memory type Hard drive
Model 501117
Operating Temperature UOM ° F
PC interface supported USB 2.0
PC system requirements Microsoft® Windows® Vista, XP, ME, 2000 or higher
Photo formats supported JPEG, BMP, PNG, GIF
Player Type Music, photos & videos
Product Depth 0.51
Product Dimensions UOM inches
Product Height 3.08
Product Type Hard drive
Product Weight UOM pounds
Product Width 5.02
Sound output mode Stereo
Supported Languages English
Type Color TFT LCD touchscreen
Video formats supported MPEG-4 (ASP@L5 AVI, up to DVD resolution); WMV (MP@ML, up to DVD resolution); With optional software plug-ins (available for purchase at www.archos.co

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Product Reviews

Last update: Nov 3, 2009

Archos 5 60GB Hard Drive Portable Media Player Reviews

 
 
 

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★★★★☆
4.0
The I-pod Touch killer

"Since I have had my arhos 5 it hasn't left my side. Everyone around me owns an ipod touch but when I pull my archos out they are at an awe. The archos 5 is the ultimate media tablet. If I'm bored and I'm stuck somewhere I don't want to be (Shopping) I just find a free wi-fi and bam I'm surfing the internet. if I want to listen to some tunes bam its right there at my finger tips. My favorite feature about the arc..." Read Full Review »

Nov 03, 2009 by Ant

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★☆☆☆☆
1.0
Do not buy - Too many quality issues!

"1. Extremely buggy software with constant crashes, freezes, wifi connection dropping, music stutters, etc.2. Paint peels/oxidates after one week of ownership.3. Promised TV snap on accessory and FM remote accessory will never be released.4. Archos customer support is the worst I have ever experienced.I sold it at half price to a co-worker for Archos did not want to give me a refund for their delay in responding ..." Read Full Review »

Oct 21, 2008 by David

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Archos 5 60GB Hard Drive Portable Media Player Review

The I-pod Touch killer

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Adequate Storage
  • Easy To Use
  • Fast
  • Good Compatibility
  • Speaker and Mic

    Cons

  • Freezes from time to time
  • Not many apps

    Best Uses

  • Multimedia
  • Organization
  • Syncing With Computer
 

"Since I have had my arhos 5 it hasn't left my side. Everyone around me owns an ipod touch but when I pull my archos out they are at an awe. The archos 5 is the ultimate media tablet. If I'm bored and I'm stuck somewhere I don't want to be (Shopping) I just find a free wi-fi and bam I'm surfing the i …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 3 2009
Ant
Binghamton, NY
I am:
  • Avid Gamer
  • Music Junkie
  • Tech Savvy
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Price: $209.95
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Archos 5 60GB Hard Drive Portable Media Player Review

ARCHOS 5-plain and simple-the best

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Set Up
  • Great Sound
  • Long Battery Life
  • Lots of Storage
  • Reliable Performance
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Anywhere
  • At Work
  • Commuting
  • Travel
 

"First impressions: beautiful sleek design, love the rubbery backside and the enlarged screen! I find that the touch screen UI interface is quite improved over the 605, the buttons all flash when you press them so that is a nice confirmation that you hit it. Also, play buttons and such seem to be big …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Feb 12 2009
Versace Man
New York
I am:
  • Audiophile
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Price: $209.95
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Archos 5 60GB Hard Drive Portable Media Player Review

Great Player-Not so great C/S

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Adequate Storage
  • Compact Design
  • Easy To Use
  • Fast
  • Good Compatibility
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Mobile Communication
  • Multimedia
  • Organization
  • Syncing With Computer
 

"This is a great player. I got a really great price from J&R. They were easy to shop with. The only negative side about this player(if there is one)is updating the firmware. Updating the firmware wiped out all of my album art and I had to re-sync my music all over again in order to have my album art. …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Aug 19 2009
Lakers Fan
Chicago, IL
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[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Archos 5 60GB Hard Drive Portable Media Player Review

STUNNING, AMAZING, FLAWLESS

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Adequate Storage
  • Compact Design
  • Easy To Use
  • Fast
  • Good Compatibility
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Business Use
  • Mobile Communication
  • Multimedia
  • Organization
  • Syncing With Computer
 

"Best multi-media player the world has ever witnessed! the screen is phenomenal, surfing the web is more then a breeze it is loads of fun with the Archos 5. Honestly the best media device money can buy! And as for the pleople who don't like it.... well i honestly don't know how you couldn't adore thi …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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May 5 2009
H0M3AL0N3
NB, Canada
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Archos 5 60GB Hard Drive Portable Media Player Review

Great - with firmware update

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Durable
  • Good Sound
  • Powerful

    Cons

  • Bulky

    Best Uses

  • Commuting
  • Home Use
  • Travel
 

"Great with videos and also a good web browser. Large screen makes it a joy to use. A bit heavy compared to the ipod touch, but it has a much larger screen. Archos tends to launch new models with beta firmware but does a good job of providing fixes. So upgrade the firmware as soon as you purchase. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Oct 17 2008
larry
Denver
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