Archos officially announces 80 Xenon tablet, set for June launch at $199 asking price

by Harrison Kaminsky on May 17th 2013, 9:33am
tagged 80 Xenon, ARCHOS, elements, tablet

Archos introduced another tablet to their Elements series, called the 80 Xenon. The 8-inch device will come with both 3G and WiFi capabilities, Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, a quad-core Snapdragon S4 1.2GHz processor, and a 1024 by 768 resolution IPS display.

This is shaping up to be a very affordable, mid-range tablet running Jelly Bean and with complete Google Play Store access.

The device will also come with 1GB of RAM and only 4GB of internal storage. The memory will be expandable, however, with a microSD card. The cameras are a little disappointing, as the 80 Xenon’s rear is only 2MP, and comes with a front facing “webcam.” The tablet will launch sometime in June for $199.99.

Source: Archos

Archos ChefPad appeals to the cook in us all

by Spencer McClendon on May 13th 2013, 4:45pm
tagged ARCHOS, Archos ChefPad, ChefPad, Kitchen, tablet

How many times have we all been cooking something in the kitchen, using either your tablet or phone for the directions? Do you remember that on-edge feeling that something could spill on it? Well we can rest easier now, because Archos has got the answer for us in the way of their new tablet, the Archos ChefPad.

It doesn’t look like they are playing around either, as this thing comes with Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, and has an A9 dual-core processor clocked at 1.6 GHz, as well as a Quad-core GPU Mali 400 MP4 to go with it. It also has 1 GB RAM, and 8 GB internal memory, but that can be expanded up to 64 GB via a micro SD slot.

Even though they are selling this thing as a kitchen tablet, the hardware can still get down on some of the more processor heavy games as well. The tablet also comes pre-loaded with Chef Apps, OfficeSuite Viewer 6, and the Archos Media Center, and more. A protective case and stand also come with the tablet out-of-the-box.

No word on price for the device yet but that could change. We will keep an eye on this one and let you know as soon as we hear something worth sharing.

Source: Archos

ARCHOS launches 4 new devices for European markets

by Roy Alugbue on Apr 18th 2013, 11:10am
tagged ARCHOS, carbon 35, ice cream sandwich, platinum 48, titanium 4, titanium 52

Widely known as an up-and-coming tablet maker, ARCHOS is officially dabbling in the smartphone game by introducing a quartet of new handsets that will be headed for Europe in the near-future. The devices— the Carbon 35, Titanium 4, Titanium 52 and Platinum 48— all range from modest budget-level devices to premium flagships. Additionally, each device will feature an IPS display, dual-SIM capabilities and at least Ice Cream Sandwich on board (the Platinum 48 will arrive with Jelly Bean).

Expect each device to arrive sometime soon with an affordable price tag off-contract.

source: Phone Arena

Archos Releases GamePad, 97 and 80 Titanium Tablets in US

by Jack Holt on Mar 22nd 2013, 11:12pm
tagged 80 Titanium, 97 Titanium, Android Tablets, ARCHOS, gamepad

For those of you in the US that are itching to get your hands on the newest tablets from Archos; you’re in luck. The GamePad, 97 Titanium and 80 Titanium tablets are breaking US soil through various retailers. The tablets that made their debut at CES this year will be available through Adorama, Amazon, B&H Photo, Brandsmart, Beach Camera, Hastings, and J&R.

Both the 97 Titanium and 80 Titanium tablets will house a 1.6GHz processor, 1 GB of RAM, dual cameras, 8GB of storage and both will run Android 4.1. The differences between the two are what display each will have and pricing. The 97 will run a 2048×1536 9.7-inch display where the 80 will come with an 8-inch 1024×768 display. They’ll both come in under $300 with the 97 coming in at $249 and the 80 at $169. » Read the rest

Archos officially announces Platinum line of tablets that will go on sale this February

by Macky Evangelista on Feb 14th 2013, 1:20pm
tagged ARCHOS, platinum, tablets

We first saw this line of tablets back in CES. Now Archos has officially announced that the line should be available this February to consumers. There will be 3 different tablets, the 80, 97 and 116 all ranging from 8 to 11.6 inches in screen size. While different in screen size, the specs should be relatively the same with all powered by a quad-core 1.2Ghz processor with an 8-core GPU and 2GB’s of total RAM. The screens will also be powered by IPS type technology that Archos claims will have a resolution that rivals Apple’s recent iPad.

The most intriguing of the 3 is most likely the 9.7 inch Platinum tablet. The screen size is in that “sweet spot” and offers a 2048×1536 resolution display. While it’s still less than the Nexus 10, it’s still a very high resolution. Seems like Archos is certainly stepping things up int heir tablet department. Will you be interested in giving them a shot?

Hit the break for the full press release!

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Archos shows off new Titanium line of tablets at CES

by Jared Peters on Jan 10th 2013, 11:45am
tagged ARCHOS, CES 2013, tablets, titanium

Archos is pumping out new tablets pretty quickly at CES, and today they’ve got a new lineup of four more tablets for us. The new Titanium family sports a high-def IPS screen and a 1.6 GHz CPU, as well as Android 4.1 Jelly Bean. The Titanium tablet comes in four different sizes, starting at 7 inches and going up to a beefy 10.1 inch screen. The 7 inch tablet starts at an attractive $199, and 8 inch tab runs $169, the 10 inch will cost $199, and in an odd change of pace, the slightly smaller 9.7 inch will be a little more expensive at $249. The 9.7 inch tablet will also apparently feature a 2048 x 1536 screen and claims to be an alternative to the new iPad at half the cost. We’ll just have to wait and see if consumers think these tablets make decent alternatives. For the rest of our CES coverage, click here.

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Hands on with the ARCHOS Gen10 XS tablets [Video]

by Roy Alugbue on Jan 9th 2013, 10:02am
tagged Android 4.1, ARCHOS, CES 2013, Coverboard Keyboard, Gen10 XS Series, Jelly Bean, tablets

ARCHOS recently announced its new Gen10 XS tablets, so you know we had to get some hands-on time with the tablets. As you can see, both the 80 XS (the 8-inch model) and 101 XS (10.1-inch model) are displayed with the most noteworthy accessory available for the device– the Coverboard Keyboard. The Coverboard Keyboard features a combination of magnetic and latching mechanisms in order to keep the tablet covered or standing upright if needed. In addition, the keyboard does feature full Android controls— so there’s no need to necessarily rely on the tablet’s touchscreen in order to execute any given Android function. Oh and both Jelly Bean-powered tablet models have a host of intriguing goodies inside including a 1.6GHz quad-core chip inside– so things will be super snappy and responsive for users.

The 10-inch model with the keyboard is set to be priced at $299, while the 8-inch model is set to be priced at $199, so users can get a cool tablet and awesome accessory for a price that won’t break the bank too much.

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Hands on with the 13-inch ARCHOS FamilyPad

by Alexon Enfiedjian on Jan 9th 2013, 9:59am
tagged ARCHOS, Arnova FamilyPad, CES 2013

Small tablets have been all the rage lately, (especially since Google released the Nexus 7), but that hasn’t stopped ARCHOS from going in the other direction. Today at CES we got some hands on time with their behemoth 13.3-inch FamilyPad. The tablet obviously isn’t made for portability, rather ARCHOS is marketing this for use at home with the family (thus the name). A quick group game, or TV and movie time as a family are the intended purposes. Specs-wise, you’ll find Android 4.1 running on a 1280 x 800 display, a 1GHz processor, 1GB of RAM, and 8GB of storage. It’ll also include a microSD slot for storage expansion as well as HDMI output. Check out the video to see it in action.

For more CES related articles, click here.

Hands on with the ARCHOS Element Series Tablets

by Alexon Enfiedjian on Jan 9th 2013, 9:42am
tagged ARCHOS, Archos Elements, CES 2013

Remember that ARCHOS tablet we reported on last week? You know, the one that looks unquestionably like that “other” i-tablet? Well, we got some hands on time with it (them) today; there are actually five different tablets in the ARCHOS’ Element Series, each one boasting different specs and screen sizes, but retaining the same look and high quality finish. Check out the video below to see what each one offers up and which one might suit your anti-Apple needs.

For more CES coverage from Talk Android, click here.

Hands on with the ARCHOS GamePad

by Alexon Enfiedjian on Jan 9th 2013, 9:29am
tagged Android Gaming, ARCHOS, CES 2013, gamepad, hands on

It was only last month that we reported on ARCHOS’ innovative GamePad, a tablet with built in gaming controls (which is an increasingly popular trend this year at CES). The GamePad originally released only in Europe, but ARCHOS promised us it’d come to the states by early 2013. Well, we got some hands on time with the gaming tablet here at CES. Check out the video for our impressions.

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