Archos 9 PC Tablet (Black) Review
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When I pull out the Archos, people think I have an iPad, but it doesn't take them long to realize that the Archos is SOOO much BETTER than an iPad! First and foremost, the Archos comes with Windows 7 installed on it, there isn't an app for that on an iPad!br /br /The Archos is small enough and light enough that I keep it in my purse as it is not much bigger than an a paperback book. I can check my emails (an iPad can't do that), I can surf the web (an iPad can't do that), I can use the built in web-cam on a video chat (iPad can't do that), I can watch movies and TV with the built in tuner (iPad can't do that), I can use my blue-tooth with the Archos (iPad can't do that), I can use Microsoft Office (iPad can't). You get the idea...Archos does what iPad only wishes it could do, AND it can do all the things that an iPad can do as well, you just have to download the app you want to the Archos (such as a book reader app)!br /br /The Archos has an incredibly long battery life, and it so light and small it can go anywhere with you.br /br /The only two slight flaws I have found with the Archos are so minor, I even hate to mention them. The Stylus is not as sturdy as I would like to see, it is not much heavier than a cocktail skewer, and it only has one USB port. The USB port can be easily fixed with a USB splitter that costs under to add more ports.br /br /I HIGHLY recommend the Archos over an iPad due to the ease of use, functionality and familiarity of Windows.br /br /The Company is also wonderful! The first Archos I received would not start up, so the Archos company asked that I ship it back to them, and in less than a week they sent me an all new (and improved) Archos! The replacement Archos had a bigger processor than the original!br /br /
Archos 9 PC Tablet (Black) Feature
- Play all your multimedia content including HD videos
- Use all your daily software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, LiveTM Messenger or Skype with Windows 7
- Stay connected to Internet and your emails with the built-in connectivity
- Includes integrated 1.3MP webcam
- Slenderness and low weight have been the two important characteristics in the mobility market. Only 1.7 cm (0.7") thick and weighing only 800 grams. It's the perfect companion to carry along from room to room or train to plane
"Offering breathtaking design, excellent ergonomics and an impressive touch interface, the Archos 9 PC Tablet lets you take all your favorite entertainment with your wherever you roam as well as work in an entirely new way. Powered by Windows 7 Starter Edition operating system, the Archos 9 enables you to do the things you do every day more effortlessly with fewer clicks, faster searching, easier browsing, and simpler ways to connect. ptable align="right" cellpadding="10" width="450"tbodytrtdimg align="top" border="0" height="314" src="http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/archos-9_pctablet-hero-450.jpg" style="vertical-align: top; border: 0;" width="450" /br /br /smallemstrongThe Archos 9 PC Tablet./strong/em/small/td/trtrtdimg align="top" border="0" height="275" src="http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/archos-9_pctablet-schematic-450.jpg" style="vertical-align: top; border: 0;" width="450" /br /br /smallemstrongThe optical trackpoint and integrated mouse buttons make it a breeze to navigate the Archos 9 (see alarger image)./strong/em/small/td/trtrtdimg align="top" border="0" height="350" src="http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/archos-9_pctablet-legstand-450.jpg" style="vertical-align: top; border: 0;" width="450" /br /br /smallemstrongThe adjustable leg stand allows the Archos 9 to be positioned to suit a range of uses./strong/em/small/td/tr/tbody/table Designed for easy portability, the Archos 9 weighs less than 2 pounds and measures 0.67 inches thin. The Archos 9 sports a full touch-sensitive 9-inch resistive touchscreen display with a virtual keyboard as well as an innovative optical trackpoint (virtual mouse) for easy navigation. An adjustable leg stand allows the Archos 9 to be positioned in a number of positions--upright for watching videos or photo slideshows, or angled for an optimal typing position./pptable cellpadding="10" width="400"tbodytrtdimg align="top" border="0" height="76" src="http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/archos-9_pctablet-measure-400.jpg" style="vertical-align: top; border: 0;" width="400" //td/tr/tbody/table/ppYou'll also enjoy brilliant video playback on the Archos 9 thanks to the gorgeous widescreen, LED-backlit display, which provides a full HD 1080p resolution. And you can set up video conferences (using the 1.3-megapixel webcam), chat with friends and surf the web on the go via the integrated 54g Wi-Fi networking (or tether to a compatible mobile phone via Bluetooth and surf via cellular connectivity; additional charges applicable). Other features include a 60 GB hard drive, 1 GB of RAM, built-in speakers, and up to 5 hours of battery life./ph3Smart Features for Intuitive Use/h3 The ARCHOS 9's controls are ergonomically placed for comfortable and natural use. ulliOn the right, an optical trackpoint for finger navigation replaces the big touchpad of a laptop to ensure you can precisely point to any position on your screen./liliOn the left, screen brightness, Wi-Fi control, and left/right mouse buttons complement the virtual keyboard, so that your regular mouse controls aren't left aside./li/ul When you want smart info that pops-up under web links or need to right click on something, it's just as easy as on a PC. That's just one of the many differences from earlier tablet computers. h3Designed for Portability/h3 The Archos 9's form and design breaks the rules of the conventional laptop design. Its edges fan out from an already thin structure (0.67 inches or 17 mm at its thickest). And since it weighs less than 29 ounces, you can easily carry it with you in your handbag or backpack and use it any time. It also features a two-position leg-stand that best positions the device depending on how you are using it: ulliThe upper position is best for viewing videos on the go, surfing the web, or reading/liliThe lower position is ideal when you need to type memos or web addresses, send an email, or chat with your friends./li/ulh3Windows 7 Starter Edition/h3 With Windows 7 on Archos 9 PC Tablet, accessing files regardless of where you are in the interface is easier than ever. Windows Search will transform the way you search and find your documents. It's simpler and much quicker than previous versions of Windows. Handy widgets can now be placed anywhere on the desktop. Whether you are looking for the weather forecast in your hometown, or a stock value in your financial portfolio, or the latest movie theater program, it's right at your fingertips. ptable align="left" cellpadding="10" width="350"tbodytrtdimg align="top" border="0" height="235" src="http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/archos-9_pctablet-windows7-300.jpg" style="vertical-align: top; border: 0;" width="300" //td/tr/tbody/table The included Internet Explorer 8 will enhance your web experience. It is the fastest, easiest, and safest browser ever released by Microsoft. Discover the hot new features of the world's number one web browser with the Windows 7 dedicated pages. For example, with Web Slices, you can follow your bid on auction sites or view live sports scores directly in the toolbar of the new Internet Explorer 8./ph2Key Specifications/h2ullistrong8.9-inch LED-backlit resistive touchscreen display/strong (1024 x 600 pixels) /lilistrongOptical finger navigation system (trackpoint)/strong as well as integrated left and right mouse buttons /lilistrong1.2 GHz Intel Atom Z515 processor/strong (400 MHz front-side bus speed, 512 KB L2 cache, 2W maximum power consumption) /lilistrong60 GB hard drive/strong/lilistrong1 GB of installed DDR2 RAM/strong (400 MHz) /lilistrongIntegrated Intel GMA 500 graphics/strong/lilistrong1.3-megapixel webcam/strong with built-in microphone for easy video chats /lilistrongBuilt-in stereo speakers/strong/lilistrong54g Wi-Fi networking/strong (802.11b/g) /lilistrongBluetooth 2.0+EDR connectivity/strong enables you to connect to peripherals such as mice as well as tether wirelessly to a compatible mobile phone's cellular connection (additional charges applicable). /lilistrongFast Ethernet/strong (10/100) via optional port replicator /lilistrongOne USB 2.0 port/strong with additional two USB ports via optional port replicator /lilistrongVGA video output/strong via optional port replicator /lilistrongUp to 5 hours of battery life/strong via removable Lithium Polymer battery /lilistrongDimensions:/strong 10.07 x 5.28 x 0.67 inches (WxDxH) /lilistrongWeight:/strong 29 ounces (1 pound, 13 ounces) /li/ulpstrongPre-loaded Software/strongbr //pulliMicrosoft Security Essentials (antivirus/antispyware) provides real-time protection that guards against viruses, spyware, and other malicious software. /liliLotus Symphony (office productivity) lets you easily create and edit all your documents, spreadsheets and presentations. /lilivTuner (Web TV and radio player) provides access to over 11,000 radio and TV stations broadcasting over the Internet. /li/ulpstrongWhat's in the Box/strongbr / Archos 9, removable battery, stylus, AC adapter with power cord, user guide, legal and safety notice "/p
ARCHOS once again is leading the way in innovation with the introduction of the Netbook of the future, the ARCHOS 9 PCtablet. The new ARCHOS 9 PCtablet combines the performance of a high end netbook with breathtaking aesthetics, excellent ergonomics and a tactile interface on a superb screen.Pure lines, extreme thinness (0.67"), 800g and a stunning black finish, the ARCHOS 9 PC tablet pushes the boundaries of elegance and simplicity on a Netbook, fulfilling the expectations of the most mobile users. It provides all the power and comfort needed for daily usage. With this ultra-light and thin PCtablet, you can watch you videos (including Full HD format), browse the web, "video chat", or write your mails or documents. Play all your multimedia content including HD videos Use all your daily software such as Windows Live Messenger or Skype with Windows 7, or Lotus Symphony as a productivity suite . Stay connected to Internet and your emails with the built-in connectivity.
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Slow Has A New Name...The Archos 9 - Scott Sherman - Maryland, USA
The Archos 9 looks slick and feels good in your hand. br /br /Thus endeth the positive parts of this review.br /br /Imagine a turtle racing through a pool of peanut butter, slow it down by half, and then freeze the frame - that's about how fast this PC runs. You can practically feel it straining as it labors to open programs, switch windows or accept input from the touchscreen. Even low-resolution You Tube videos stuttered on it - Hulu was like a flipbook.br /br /The good news is Archos knows there's a problem. While the original Archos 9, which I have, featured a paltry 1.1 GHz Intel Atom Z515 processor, CNET reported on April 21, 2010 that a new version uses 1.2 version of the chip that supports hyperthreading. CNET found that "while that might not seem like a big upgrade in theory, the new CPU actually made a fairly significant difference in our tests."br /br /However, they still couldn't recommend this tablet, and neither can I. Apple's iPad offers a much better, although more restricted, experience. If you must have a Windows Tablet, HP's upcoming "Slate" looks promising, although early word is that it doesn't solve the problem of trying to run Windows 7 on an underpowered netbook-based processor. br /br /It's really a shame. Windows 7 has a lot going for it and the openness of the platform is great. Hopefully, the success of the iPad will make manufacturers realize people want handheld computers that offer a satisfying user experience. Based on the quality of the Archos 9's materials and design, maybe they'll be the ones to figure it out. But they haven't yet.
May 25, 2010 22:26:08
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