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New ARCHOS 7 Internet Media Tablet, the Travel Companion, Now Available -- Featuring 320GB of Capacity on a Portable Device
(Marketwire Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) DENVER, CO, November 19 / MARKET WIRE/ --
ARCHOS announced today the availability of the
highly-anticipated ARCHOS 7 Internet Media Tablet (IMT), featuring a sleek
new design, high resolution touch-screen, and the ultra-fast speeds of a PC
for an unparalleled Internet browsing and media experience on a handheld
device.
With two different capacity options -- 160GB and 320GB -- the ARCHOS 7
offers the largest hard drives of any handheld player and enough space to
hold up to 300 full-length movies, thousands of songs, or millions of
photos. The ARCHOS 7 is the only 7-inch handheld tablet equipped with
PC-like performance and the world's first implementation of the ARM?
Cortex(TM) superscalar microprocessor. Additional new features include a
new email application, redesigned user interface, high-definition (HD)
video playback, and an integrated multimedia platform that uses a WiFi for
extremely fast Web access anytime, anywhere. The ARCHOS 7 will boost up to
39 hours of battery life.
"When designing the ARCHOS 7 we wanted to develop the ultimate travel
companion for commuters, on-the-go families and savvy travelers who need
immediate and uncompromised access to the Internet, email, their digital
media and favorite TV shows to stay connected and entertained anywhere and
everywhere," said Henri Crohas, ARCHOS founder and CEO. "With impressive
hard drive capacities and multiple ways to access and enjoy content, the
ARCHOS 7 is sure to be your portable media travel companion of choice."
Uncompromised Web Browsing
-- Fastest Web Experience: New processing power, free Web browser, and
full-page viewing without scrolling left to right make the ARCHOS 7 the
best Web viewing portable.
-- Integrated Flash? 9 video support: Provides access to favorite TV
shows, online video sites, popular Web TV and radio stations, and thousands
of widgets like weather, sports scores or a calculator.
-- Email Application: Consumers can manage multiple accounts, easily
view, send and receive their email, synchronize contacts, and store
attachments, all using a wide touch-screen QWERTY keyboard.
-- MSN Web Messenger: Consumers can stay connected with their friends at
all times.
Easiest Access to Content
-- Streaming Web TV and Radio: Free plug-in lets users stream thousands
of Web TV channels and more than 10,000 radio stations directly to the
ARCHOS 7.
-- Anywhere Entertainment: Consumers can enjoy favorite videos, music and
photos directly on the IMT, listen to tunes while surfing the Web or
checking email, transfer photos from digital camera, and make customized
slideshows to share with friends.
-- The ARCHOS Media Club: Offers the latest online content such as
movies, TV shows, music, and games from a range of providers. With one-
touch access from the home screen, users can download content for rent or
purchase directly onto the Tablet.
True TV Experience at Home or Anywhere
-- TV Recording & Program Guide: With the optional DVR station accessory
and integrated TV Program Guide, the ARCHOS 7 offers a fast and easy way to
schedule, record and playback favorite TV programs and movies directly on
the Tablet or TV. With the optional HD plug-in, users can also enjoy HD
playback of movies.
-- Internet on TV: When connected to the DVR station, the ARCHOS 7 give
users access to the Internet, music collections, photos, and their PC
through wireless streaming from the PC to the comfort of their couch.
Personalize with Exclusive Plug-Ins and Accessories
The ARCHOS 7 provides personalization through optional plug-ins and
accessories:
-- Plug-Ins: The web browser and Web TV and radio come free upon
registration of the device. More optional plug-ins will be available: 3.5G
connectivity, high-definition video (720p resolution), Cinema and Video
Podcast.
-- Accessories: DVR Station, Mini-Dock, Removable Battery, Helmet Cam,
and more.
All accessories and plug-ins can be purchased or downloaded from the Archos
store on the device and at www.archos.com.
Pricing and Availability
The ARCHOS 7 IMTs are available now at Dell, Amazon.com, Circuit City, and
Archos.com. Pricing is $449.99 for the 160GB model and $549.99 for the
320GB model. Order information and customer support details are available
at www.archos.com.
About ARCHOS
ARCHOS introduced the hard-drive-based MP3 player with the Jukebox 6000 in
2000, and since that time has revolutionized consumer electronics devices.
The company introduced the portable video player in 2003 and was the first
to bring TV recording, wireless and touch screens to the portable media
player. Now, ARCHOS introduces Internet Media Tablets, offering consumers
uncompromised access to the Internet, movies, photos, video, music and
television anytime, anywhere. Established in 1988, ARCHOS has offices in
the United States, Europe and Asia, and is quoted on Compartment B of
Euronext Paris, ISIN Code FR0000182479. More information is available
online at www.archos.com.
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Media Contact:
Frederic Balay
ARCHOS, Inc.
303-962-3358Email Contact
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