The Pros:Both WiFi and Ethernet connectivity. Fully functional Opera Web browser. DVR functionality.
The Cons:Doesn't support HD video. Can't pause or rewind live TV. Limited content from Archos portal and CinemaNow.
Archos TV+ is a set-top box capable of media streaming across your network, recording TV, downloading Web content, and Web surfing. It has similar functionality as the Vudu, and Apple TV, such as local and Web media streaming but it also adds significant DVR functionality, and Web browsing with an optional Opera browser.
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For its DVR functionality, it has an infrared emitter for controlling your cable/satellite box and includes a built-in electronic program guide. It is currently available in two capacities: 80 GB retailing for $249 and 250 GB retailing for $349.
Features
- DVR functionality with EPG, infrared emitter
- Web-content downloads through Archos content portal and CinenaNow
- LAN streaming of audio, video and photos
- WiFi and Ethernet connectivity
- Optional Flash-enabled Opera browser
- Two capacities: 80 GB ($249) or 250 GB ($349)
- inputs: component video, RCA, S-Video
- outputs: HDMI, component video, RCA, S-Video, Digital Coaxial SPDIF
- dimensions: 250x164x37mm
- weight: 1294g
User Reviews (6)
Pros & Cons
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Both WiFi and Ethernet connectivity
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Fully functional Opera Web browser
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Includes IR emitter for controlling cable/satellite box
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Includes an electronic program guide
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Can't pause or rewind live TV
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Limited content from Archos portal and CinemaNow
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Picture quality is better on the Apple TV
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Internet browsing is an addon for $30
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H.264 playback is an addon
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Doesn'
t play joost videos among many others
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