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Archos TV+ is a set-top box capable of media streaming across your network, recording TV, downloading Web content, and Web surfing. It has similar functionality as the Vudu, and Apple TV, such as local and Web media streaming but it also adds significant DVR functionality, and Web browsing with an optional Opera browser. For its DVR functionality, it has an infrared emitter for controlling your cable/satellite box and includes a built-in electronic program guide. It is currently available in two capacities: 80 GB retailing for $249 and 250 GB retailing for $349.
MSRP $249.00
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Features
- DVR functionality with EPG, infrared emitter
- Web-content downloads through Archos content portal and CinenaNow
- LAN streaming of audio, video and photos
- WiFi and Ethernet connectivity
- Optional Flash-enabled Opera browser
- Two capacities: 80 GB ($249) or 250 GB ($349)
- inputs: component video, RCA, S-Video
- outputs: HDMI, component video, RCA, S-Video, Digital Coaxial SPDIF
- dimensions: 250x164x37mm
- weight: 1294g
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Buy It
Archos TV+ | 80GB
• Archos TV+ 80 GB (Silver)
• 80GB TV+ Digital Video Recorder
UPC: 690590509702
EAN: 690590509702
MPN: 500970
Archos TV+ | 250GB
• Archos TV+ 250 GB (Silver)
• 250GB TV+ Digital Video Recorder
UPC: 690590509733
EAN: 690590509733
MPN: 500973
Competitors
Archos TV+ is ranked 5th among it's competitors.
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Pros
- Streams audio, video, photo content from your networked computer
- Amazing file-format support. Will play just about any file you throw at it.
- Open-source and free
Cons
- Xbox version requires a modded Xbox
- The Xbox version can't play HD video content (hardware limitation)
- Not officially licensed for the Xbox
Archos TV+
0%
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XBMC Media Center
100%
MSRP $215.00
Released September, 2008
Pros
- Modular hard drive design means you can upgrade to whatever size you like
- Excellent I/O connectivity (Component, HDMI, RCA, S-Video, S/PDIF, Ethernet, USB)
- HDMI 1.3 means it can theoretically pass bitstream HD Audio in a firmware upgrade
Cons
- Not a true SATA interface, just a bridge, so don't get the speed boost
- No real cooling solutions provided
- Cannot use it without the remote control, apart formaUSB HDD, don't foget to take it with you!
Archos TV+
0%
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Popcorn Hour A-110
100%
MSRP $229.00
Released March, 2006
Pros
- Integrated wireless
- Plays high-definition content
- Small footprint and sleek styling
Cons
- Limited to iTunes
- 24 hour movie rental time window
- Xbox with XBMC is cheaper and is more flexible
Archos TV+
33%
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Apple TV
67%
MSRP $295.00
Released September, 2007
Pros
- Internet streaming of movies on your TV
- Supports 1080p/24 fps with HDMI output
- Innovate remote with scroll wheel
Cons
- No PC streaming support
- Doesn't work with universal infrared remotes
- No built-in WiFi
Archos TV+
100%
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Vudu Box
0%
MSRP $149.99
Released July, 2009
Pros
- affordable price
- support for the vast majority of popular file formats
- HDMI output
Cons
- no open source audio format support (FLAC or OGG)
- standard definition only
- not good value compared to similarly priced devices that can output 720p high definition
Archos TV+
vs.
Netgear EVA2000 Digital Entertainer Live
MSRP $289.99
Released September, 2009
Pros
- digital video and optical outputs - including HDMI
- 1080p high definition output
- optional USB-WiFi adapter
Cons
- no built-in WiFi, expensive add-on adapter
- no internal storage
- expensive compared to direct competitors
Archos TV+
vs.
Seagate FreeAgent Theater Plus HD
MSRP $300.00
Released June, 2009
Pros
- includes RF remote
- HDMI output
- optional Blu-ray disc drive
Cons
- WiFi is not built in
- not as versatile as a full media PC
- HDDs not included
Archos TV+
vs.
Popcorn Hour C-200
MSRP $250.00
Released September, 2008
Pros
- good format support
- HDMI output
- large 1TB internal storage capacity
Cons
- unattractive user interface
- slow network connection
- remote requires direct line of sight
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Reviews
January 8, 2009
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Pros
- Both WiFi and Ethernet connectivity
- Compact
Cons
- Doesn't support HD video
- Can't pause or rewind live TV
- Limited content from Archos portal and CinemaNow
- Internet browsing is an addon for $30
- H.264 playback is an addon
- No .mkv support
- Very slow web browsing
- Doesn'
t play joost videos among many others
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March 4, 2008
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Pros
- Both WiFi and Ethernet connectivity
- Fully functional Opera Web browser
- DVR functionality
- Includes IR emitter for controlling cable/satellite box
- Includes an electronic program guide
Cons
- Doesn't support HD video
- Can't pause or rewind live TV
- Limited content from Archos portal and CinemaNow
- Picture quality is better on the Apple TV
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March 4, 2008
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Pros
- Both WiFi and Ethernet connectivity
- Fully functional Opera Web browser
- DVR functionality
- Includes IR emitter for controlling cable/satellite box
- Includes an electronic program guide
Cons
- Doesn't support HD video
- Can't pause or rewind live TV
- Picture quality is better on the Apple TV
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September 16, 2009
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Cons
- Internet browsing is an addon for $30
- H.264 playback is an addon
- No .mkv support
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April 1, 2008
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Pros
- Fully functional Opera Web browser
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March 17, 2008
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