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The Archos 5g is a new MID from Archos, introduced in late August 2008. While having only one option for drive size, the 5g distinguishes itself from its brothers due to its included 3.5G HSDPA module, delivering a high speed internet connections without the limitations of having to be tethered to a wifi hotspot. To date there are many applications and accessories that have been announced for the device, allowing users access to e-mail, Web TV/radio, and the world wide web as well as extended functionality such as GPS or digital over-the-air TV.

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MSRP $550.00
Release date August, 2008
Brand Archos
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Pros:
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Includes Opera web browser with full Flash support
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3G connectivity means Internet is accessible almost anywhere
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Very strong format support (as with all Archos players)
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Good screen size
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Wi-Fi enabled makes it the perfect Home Media Player and on the go
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No microphone input
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Features

  • Screen: 4.8", 800 x 480px
  • Connection options: 3.5G HSDPA, WiFi
  • Storage: 30GB HDD
  • Battery life: 4h video, 12h audio
  • Supported formats: AVI, H.264, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, WMV, JPEG, BMP, GIF, PNG, AAC, MP3, WMA, WAV
  • Dimensions: Approx 127.5 x 78.3 x 12.9 mm – 250gr

 

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Archos 5g

• Archos 5 60 GB Internet Media Tablet

• 5 60GB Portable Media Player - Black

UPC: 690590511170

EAN: 690590511170

MPN: 501117

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Omar

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August 29, 2008
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Pros

  • 3G connectivity means Internet is accessible almost anywhere
  • Very strong format support (as with all Archos players)
  • Good screen size

Cons

  • No microphone input

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Yale

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August 27, 2008
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Pros

  • Includes Opera web browser with full Flash support

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boulton

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July 9, 2009
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Pros

  • Includes Opera web browser with full Flash support
  • 3G connectivity means Internet is accessible almost anywhere
  • Very strong format support (as with all Archos players)
  • Good screen size
  • Wi-Fi enabled makes it the perfect Home Media Player and on the go

Cons

  • No microphone input

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jese.gallardo

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February 14, 2009
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Pros

  • Includes Opera web browser with full Flash support
  • 3G connectivity means Internet is accessible almost anywhere
  • Very strong format support (as with all Archos players)
  • Good screen size
  • Wi-Fi enabled makes it the perfect Home Media Player and on the go

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