Archos 604 (30GB) Video
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Archos 604 (30GB) Review
The good: The Archos 604 has an excellent base price with a decent choice of accessory options; sharp and vibrant display; can record audio and video with the optional kit; has a removable battery, a built-in speaker, and a built-in kickstand; nice tactile controls and well-designed interface; can view photos and listen to music simultaneously; compatible with subscription services; it's durable and compact for its screen size; excellent photo viewer.
The bad: The Archos 604 is limited to 30GB; must purchase separate kit to record audio/video; must purchase separate kit to get a power adapter; must download plug-ins for certain types of video files; weak bundled accessories; proprietary USB cable; not easy to operate blindly.
The bottom line: The do-it-all Archos 604 with its improved design and a low base price is an amazing PVP. Just make sure to figure in the cost of some essential extras.
Archos 604 (30GB) Specs
Manufacturer: Archos
Part number: 500860
- Product Specifications
Archos 604 (30GB) Prices
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