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Expert reviews (9) |
| Based on 9 expert reviews, the average rating for Archos 404 30GB is 3.7/5. Expert Reviews for MP3 Players are gathered from magazines and web sites around the world. Read summaries of the English reviews below. |
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Title: Review summary of Archos 404(14/07/08)Summary: Read the full review Verdict: Experts rate this product 77/100 and users 79/100. Comparing these reviews to 170799 other MP3 & Media Players reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 92/100 = Excellent. Country:
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Title: Archos 404(16/05/08)Summary: 13 experts have reviewed this product and the average expert score is 78 of 100. Read the full review Country:
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78.0 / 100.0 |
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Title: Archos 404 30GB(20/11/07)Summary: 4 experts have reviewed the Archos 404 30GB, giving it an average score of 69 out of 100... Read the full review Country:
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69.0 / 100.0 |
| Home Cinema Choice |
Title: Archos 404(01/11/07)Summary: Read the full review Country:
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8.0 / 10.0 |
| Computer Shopper |
Title: Archos 404 Camcorder Review(06/06/07)Summary: Read the full review Verdict: Ignore its low-quality video camera: The Archos 404's nice price, beautiful screen, and excellent feature set make it a compelling portable media player. Pros: ; Bright, clear screen; compact, durable body; loads of features; supports PlaysForSure audio and video; excellent video-playback quality Cons: ; Control buttons can be confusing; additional A/V codecs cost extra; buttons beep audibly during video recording; recorded video looks grainy; takes mediocre still photos Country:
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7.0 / 10.0 |
| PC Magazine |
Title: Archos 404(19/09/06)Summary: The Archos 404 is a very good pocket-size media player, and it can record video via the optional docking station, but I wish the battery were removable. Read the full review Pros: ; Screen looks very bright and clear. Good video format support. Video playback is smooth. Video recording quality (with optional dock) is excellent. Can load content via drag-and-drop or WMP. Cons: ; Battery is not removable. Battery life is shorter than expected. Hold button doesn't lock the volume buttons. Video recording requires optional dock. Country:
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4.0 / 5.0 |
| CNET.co.uk |
Title: Archos 404 camcorder (30GB) reviewSummary: : It's extremely versatile, but it makes a far better video player than camcorder... Read the full review Verdict: The uberversatile Archos 404 camcorder is a good option for anyone looking to buy a compact portable video player with a nice screen. It's an okay convergence device, but it makes a far better video player than camcorder Pros: ; Great design; plethora of features; top-notch photo, video and audio quality; good value Cons: ; No FM radio; interface can be confusing at times; recording accessories cost extra Country:
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7.7 / 10.0 |
| CNET.co.uk |
Title: Archos 404 reviewSummary: : It's an attractively priced PVP in an MP3 player's body -- if you want a better screen and a removable battery, spend £80 more for the wider 604... Read the full review Verdict: The attractively priced Archos 404 is a PVP in an MP3 player's body -- if you want a better screen and a removable battery, spend £80 more for the wider 604 Pros: ; Aggressively priced; 89mm screen with a supercompact body; video, music and photo player with the ability to record line-in audio and video with optional adaptors; good voice recorder; improved GUI; excellent video controls and photo playback features Cons: ; Lacks the kickstand and removable battery of the 604; proprietary USB cable; no recording line-in video or audio out of the box; few bundled accessories; no FM tuner; weak equaliser Country:
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8.0 / 10.0 |
| T3 |
Title: Archos 404Summary: What do you get if you cross a PMP with a camcorder?... Read the full review Verdict: Neat design, and quirky idea, but the execution leaves a lot to be desired. Pros: ; Big hard disk.; Great screen and sound. Cons: ; Poor photos/video footage.; 4:3 screen. Country:
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2.0 / 5.0 |
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