Archos 605 WiFi

The Archos 605 WiFi is the flagship model of the French manufacturer's fifth generation of portable media players. It boasts a great big 109mm touchscreen that's perfect for movies, and it supports an optional Opera browser for full Web access via wireles...

Sound quality; HD video support; easy-to-use Web browser and interface; screen quality; virtual keyboard; PDF support; runs on Linux

Many features require additional payment; no FM radio; no slot for stylus

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

The touchscreen allows you to scroll through media without having to use the rocker switches on the side

Excellent battery life; Great screen; User-friendly menus

Gets dirty quite easily

The white plastic side buttons get grubby quickly, and it's not exactly a pocket-sized PMP. The contrast could be better

There are two 605 models, the 30GB version I saw and a 20GB version that comes with several Harry Potter films pre installed.

Doing my Internet searches I found it at a best price of £173.24 including free delivery from the first link below

Some like navigation buttons while others prefer a touch screen approach; with a new product from Archos you get both options.

Archos has a long establish presence within the area of PMP (Personal Media Player) devices that have the capacity to provide a range of entertainment features.  Forming part of the company's latest range of PMPs is the Archos 605 WIFI.  As its

Here's a cool offer. Archos is introducing a special-edition 20GB 605 Wi-Fi portable media player pre-loaded with the first four Harry Potter films. The fifth film, The Order of the Phoenix, will be downloadable via the Archos portal when the DVD release...

Superficially resembling a pocket-sized version of the titanic Archos 704, this is in fact a full generational leap on. You wouldn't know it from casual browsing because the interface is so similar.

Much improved screen, Well thought out interface, Wireless functionality

Web browser a paid-for addition

A brilliantly realised portable video player

We were impressed with the 605 WiFi's predecessor, the 604 WiFi (web ID: 102297), and Archos has made a few tweaks to make the new version more desirable. The resolution has been increased to 800 x 480; the 30GB hard disk is ample for long journeys with s...

Ahead of its publication in our January issue - out December 13th - here is our First Test of the Archos 605 WiFi portable media player....

French manufacturer Archos has been a supporter of PMP since it was first introduced and is now on its fifth generation of devices with this, the 605 WiFi. Archos's experience certainly shows in this device

Excellent AV performance, Improved value for money, Excellent design and build quality, Impressive screen resolution, Easy to use and versatile

Extra HD DVD drive isn't black, Average CD playback, Full functionality costs extra

Archos continues to lead the way in the world of PMPs. A high-quality device that's a pleasure to use

wireless portable media player

There's no doubt this is a very fine portable media player, built to a high standard. From its high-quality LCD display to its easy-to use interface and even the little kick-back stand which hinges from its back so you can rest the player for easy viewing...