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the Archos Thread
http://armdevices.net/2011/03/18/arc...unced-in-june/
http://liliputing.com/2011/03/archos...p-tablets.html Things that are essentially confirmed
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Re: Archos Generation 9 Rumors
I'm glad that they finally implemented a wwan option...
This could make a very compelling buy. |
Re: Archos Generation 9 Rumors
yes, I want one that is 5", I hope they would loss embedded battery.
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Re: Archos Generation 9 Rumors
I think a 1024x600 display would be a good choice for the 5 and 7 inch tablets and 1366x768 display for the 10 inch tablet
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Re: Archos Generation 9 Rumors
Me too. I was about to buy an Archos 5 until I realized it had no removable battery. That lead me to the N900. ;)
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Archos don't forget your trademark thing kickstand!
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Something I would really like from the Archos devices is for them to be not so glossy please matte finish!!!!!
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I'm just glad they proved me right. Even BEFORE the N900 came out, I had ranted and raved all over the forums that I think it would be a STUPID mistake to embed a cellular radio in the tablet and FORCE you to have to buy an expensive piece of electronics AND that it would limit your options by forcing ONLY GSM or ONLY CDMA or anything else. I suggested that I preferred the idea of a plug-in module or, better still, an internal USB compartment for a radio "modem" like the ones that carriers have been selling.
I feel VERY satisfied that Archos has taken the step to NOT include a cellular radio and instead opt for a USB module for whatever carrier or technology you want... PLUS it makes it FAR FAR more future-proof (i.e. EDGE -> 3G -> 4G, etc.). I might just have to seriously consider an Archos, now. It seems like they're trolling the forums and listening to pissy customers like me. I'll gladly pay them for that. :) |
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A usb 3g modem can be obtained for $20US, so I imagine the unit cost of the 3G module itself is far lower. So it adds an insignificant cost or bulk to a tablet even when you factor in the antenna. There is nothing expensive about a 3G module. All it does is provide extra connectivity options that no-one is forced to use. Though as I have said before, an idea that was not put there by logic cannot be removed by logic. But having a swappable solution would be great. Though Dan, I would suggest that given they are likely adding the expense of an antenna and bay for a 3G/4G module to be inserted, you should steer clear of them. Though I gather you are saying you are perfectly happy for there to be a slot for a cellular modem as long as there isn't a $10 module sitting in the slot? |
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