I have this MP3 Player and with a simple .apk you will be able to fully use the android market. So for the people still not sure wether to buy which one, you can use the android market on this device perfectly.
THIS IS AN AMAZING DEVICE BUT DONT BUY IT CAUSE SAMSUNG HAS JUST RELEASED A BETTER ONE BUT THIS DEVICE HAs and is still serving me well btw u can get the normal market by downloading Google tools OR JUST GO DOWNLOAD IT FROM THE WEB
i heard it's possible to install all the other android apps that aren't on the appslib market, right? are they working properly? does the archos 32 have a lock screen?
I got this, and I LOVED it. Dropped it in the toilet, still worked. Had it for about a month, then the screen cracked! I'm very scared to get another one because of all my bad luck. They could have made the durability a little stronger. But if you are very careful I would recomend this.
im guessing theres a workaround to get the market on here? Just like the archos 101? If so then you can probably use Arc Tools from apps lib to install google market.
@SanzioSan Yeah, the ArcTools method works for all Gen8 devices (28, 32, 43, 70, 101). Tap on AppsLib and search for it. Download, and you get the full Marketplace :)
Ok so i got this at kmart about 3 weeks ago. When i opened it there was no charge to the battery. so i was like ok cool ill charge it. after that it didnt sync up to my cpu and then I have a question, CAN THIS PLAY YOUTUBE! I was using the 28 and.......... nothing. I returned it and now currently saving up for the ipod touch. Im not trolling, just seeing if it was a product defect.
@lilcooljeff123 dude listen mine didnt either!!! you have to update it to android 2.2 froyo i think and then it gets 5 times better and plays youtube video im serious i had that problem too..
@MrVagag Yea.. see i returned mine becuz its sed it was running android 2.2.1 which is froyo, so i think that it was a defect on the archos 28. so ur sure that it plays youtube? How? maybe ill pick one up again. plz reply
@lilcooljeff123 ya im sure i just check normally it has to play youtube if you did the froyo update and if you wach youtube its like in hq and shit (: its really awesome so go pick it up again its worth it
@MrVagag ok cool but how do you go to youtube. do you go to the website or download an app? Also, should i buy this or ipod touch 4g (or 5g b/c im still in the baby stages or saving up)?
@Killiek45 you can install the android market and download almost any app including the facebook app. besides that you can always use facebook via the built in browser
Have had mine for ~5 months. Love it. Plays many audio and video formats, camcorder is subpar but I can live with that, and once you get google market your options are unlimited
I was leery of the resistive touch screen at first, but I have realllly gotten used to it. even to the point where I can type on the keyboard without using landscape mode.
Its not ideal for browsing the web, but for listening to music and playing games? Amazing.
Be careful though, it is mostly plastic and fragile.
i finally realize how stupid it was to buy the new ipod nano. this is the same price and has too much over the ipod nano 6th gen. i think I may try and return it, now
@Boxterr17 ya I know that, I'm just wondering how large in your hand the 43 is, I'm trying to choose between the 32 and 43 the only difference between them that matter to me is how large they are, is the 43 small enough so that it fits in your pocket well and isn't too bulky? thanks
@Flightkid9 yeah, it fits like a glove in any pants ive worn since i got it, and i custom cut a zagg screen protector, and now my scrren is pretectted too! i have a electronics bag i carry it around in sometimes... but it doesnt really need it.
@clubberer100able the iTouch has a forward facing camera, bigger screen, probably better screen quality, multitouch and speakers. This gives you the freedom that Android gives you (mini-USB, no iTunes, no BS Apple App requirements, etc.). Also, $150 (Archos) vs $230-300-400 (iTouch).
Oh, and you can now get the Google Market on the Archos 32. Very easy to do it. Just install and reboot. I think the Archos 32 can be a serious alternative to the iTouch. Very cheap, and gets the job done.
@korwinblue The only real negative I can think of this device is the screen size. It makes it difficult for text input for people with big hands. I'm sure there are alternative keyboards in the Market that would work well.
how is the audio on this with a good pair of headphones? I'm deciding on this and the iPod touch 4g. I mainly want a good handheld with a big screen great picture and awesome sound, not as big on the apps.
I don't understand why you pay so much attention to the E-book reader functionality, seriously...who wants to read a real book that size, let alone on an LCD screen with a low resolution, you gotta be realistic here.
How good is the SQ, and does it have an EQ? I own the Droid 2, and even though the phone has a preset EQ the SQ is pretty good. Not Sony or Cowon good, but good enough IMO.
I don't mind the apps part that much. I'm not willing to pay, even if it's only 2 USD for a game or something that I will only use to showcase an Ipod to friends.
But on the other hand for android there will be an explosion of new apps the following months including useful utilities (e.g. XBMC remote) and best of it a lot will be free and open source.
@TestifytoRedemtion You're comparing it to the 32 GB version, though. Though the 8 GB one isn't much cheaper, it's still not entirely fair to compare those two.
i wish they had a speaker :(
ddamian44 6 days ago
you need wifi to connect to internet or does it come with internet accses please answer thank you
freshkidluis1998 6 days ago
i like the 7 inch tabets better
mindlessbehavior7luv 1 month ago
I have this MP3 Player and with a simple .apk you will be able to fully use the android market. So for the people still not sure wether to buy which one, you can use the android market on this device perfectly.
Corrosiv902 1 month ago
E book reader for this screen?Really?I didnt buy my Archos 43 for book reading.
LeonNikkidude 2 months ago
Thanks you' ve really helped me. and if you want this device for a good price it cost $100 at sears .
briz563 2 months ago
Nicee vid man!!
TechHigh24 2 months ago
THIS IS AN AMAZING DEVICE BUT DONT BUY IT CAUSE SAMSUNG HAS JUST RELEASED A BETTER ONE BUT THIS DEVICE HAs and is still serving me well btw u can get the normal market by downloading Google tools OR JUST GO DOWNLOAD IT FROM THE WEB
OLYMPIANAVI 2 months ago
this is the bestest review i have seen!!!!!
16437457 2 months ago
Is this a phone?? And do u have to pay the internet??
OoBrendaOo1 2 months ago
@OoBrendaOo1 no this is not a phone ... internet is free as long you already have wifi ...
Aymeric182 2 months ago
Is this Device Good For MSN and Facebook
xXGAMERVIDZXx 4 months ago
how good is the sound quality?
punkchic48 4 months ago
This is a lot cheaper though
samsungcaptivate 4 months ago
i wish they would switch out the camera with a speaker :\
even9773 6 months ago 4
hi can anyone tell me if how could i restore the third party application
kyoazakura 6 months ago
i heard it's possible to install all the other android apps that aren't on the appslib market, right? are they working properly? does the archos 32 have a lock screen?
buster12012 7 months ago
@buster12012 You can download apps not on appslib. Google how.
platinumglaredark 7 months ago
@platinumglaredark is it possible to upgrade to gingerbread?
buster12012 7 months ago
@buster12012 Up to archos. But don't ask me, I don't own one.
platinumglaredark 7 months ago
How do you get music on in????
can it with a Micro SD card??
pleas tell me
Mopshond000 7 months ago
@Mopshond000 You transfer music via the included USB cable. No microSD card slot though, that can be found on the 43.
jlDrakko3546 7 months ago
Wich one is better ?
The Archos 32 - The Ipod Touch 4g
Mopshond000 7 months ago
@Mopshond000 the ipod touch is better but if your in a budget you should get the archos
16437457 2 months ago
I got this, and I LOVED it. Dropped it in the toilet, still worked. Had it for about a month, then the screen cracked! I'm very scared to get another one because of all my bad luck. They could have made the durability a little stronger. But if you are very careful I would recomend this.
KWEEZYKiNX 7 months ago
im guessing theres a workaround to get the market on here? Just like the archos 101? If so then you can probably use Arc Tools from apps lib to install google market.
SanzioSan 8 months ago
@SanzioSan Yeah, the ArcTools method works for all Gen8 devices (28, 32, 43, 70, 101). Tap on AppsLib and search for it. Download, and you get the full Marketplace :)
jlDrakko3546 7 months ago
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african22kiskis 8 months ago
Your voice is really annoying
EpiclyAwsomeDude 8 months ago
can skype run on it?
omgit5shawnxd 8 months ago
@omgit5shawnxd you can use skype, but you can't use video call on Skype :) because it hasn't the camera like iPod touch gen 4 ^^"
duy3105 7 months ago
how do you get music on your archos?
Does it has a plug for a Micro Card?
Sorry for my bad English
Mopshond000 8 months ago
@Mopshond000 you can't plug fot a micro card, it has 8GB memory only ! and the music, you can get it easily, right?
duy3105 7 months ago
you can get android market.
davidgist 8 months ago
do apps cost money??
dbludogsta 8 months ago
is it multi touch?
bulldogbhd 8 months ago
@bulldogbhd no
d0mthedrummer 7 months ago
could anybody tell me how much MP the camera is ? i cant find it anywhere online. I would appreciate the info ^^
RoyalAlba1 8 months ago
@RoyalAlba1 2 mp
zZthemasterZz 8 months ago
@RoyalAlba1 I think Archos 32 has VGA camera :) [VGA H264 / AAC (.mp4)]
because the Archos 43 (more expensive), it has 2 Megapixels camera ^^" [720p H264 / AAC .MP4]
duy3105 7 months ago
can this run angry birds respond anyone
MegaRockstar56 8 months ago
@MegaRockstar56 Yep if u download it frm Android market it can run but it tends to lag sometimeswhich is suprising
Click4funtunes 8 months ago
@MegaRockstar56 of course, u can see it through the other link: Archos 32 Internet Tablet 3D и 2D games
duy3105 7 months ago
is the archos 32 better tah ipod touch 4g ?
turk9991 9 months ago
how is the sound quality?
catramax 9 months ago
can you play angry birds
idontknowwhy0 10 months ago
can you chat and watch videos on facebook ?? PLS ANSWER
oglan97 10 months ago
@oglan97 it has flash player so yes it can.
24ecko 9 months ago
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does it also reads exel and word files?
henk1jan11 10 months ago
wtf?
nikolathereal 10 months ago
does this have facebook and does any1 know if the crontrol talk from dre beats works for changing the volume and song ect...
kewlbeans10 10 months ago
Ok so i got this at kmart about 3 weeks ago. When i opened it there was no charge to the battery. so i was like ok cool ill charge it. after that it didnt sync up to my cpu and then I have a question, CAN THIS PLAY YOUTUBE! I was using the 28 and.......... nothing. I returned it and now currently saving up for the ipod touch. Im not trolling, just seeing if it was a product defect.
lilcooljeff123 10 months ago
@lilcooljeff123 dude listen mine didnt either!!! you have to update it to android 2.2 froyo i think and then it gets 5 times better and plays youtube video im serious i had that problem too..
MrVagag 10 months ago
@MrVagag Yea.. see i returned mine becuz its sed it was running android 2.2.1 which is froyo, so i think that it was a defect on the archos 28. so ur sure that it plays youtube? How? maybe ill pick one up again. plz reply
lilcooljeff123 10 months ago
@lilcooljeff123 ya im sure i just check normally it has to play youtube if you did the froyo update and if you wach youtube its like in hq and shit (: its really awesome so go pick it up again its worth it
MrVagag 10 months ago
@MrVagag ok cool but how do you go to youtube. do you go to the website or download an app? Also, should i buy this or ipod touch 4g (or 5g b/c im still in the baby stages or saving up)?
lilcooljeff123 10 months ago
@lilcooljeff123 you just go to the website (m.youtube.com) ,defenitly a 4g its mutch better then the 5g
MrVagag 10 months ago
@MrVagag lol there is no 5g yet ok thanks for your time! it was a product defect.
lilcooljeff123 10 months ago
sun tzu!
x0TheJackal0x 10 months ago
does this have a password screen like the itouch?
Killsquad9009 11 months ago
no multi touch ? ... oh that sucks
almor619 11 months ago
I'm thinking on getting this, but can it access Facebook? :P Thanks
Killiek45 11 months ago
@Killiek45 you can install the android market and download almost any app including the facebook app. besides that you can always use facebook via the built in browser
ytxstream 10 months ago
@ytxstream Thanks lol
Killiek45 10 months ago
@Killiek45 yes it can bro
MrVagag 10 months ago
@MrVagag Thanks lol
Killiek45 10 months ago
yea,,, im gonna get an ipod
trwt176 11 months ago
lol why do the peole who do the reviews always sound like butt fucking pedophiles?
jgk724 11 months ago
BIG BUCK BUNNY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! lol
this looks pretty cool. I didnt have time to watch the whole video, though looks like you did a nice job on the review!
will it play youtube videos, cuz i thought youtube used flash?
phlyingpengwyns 11 months ago
@phlyingpengwyns It plays youtube perfectly fine.
DerpingAmericans 11 months ago
you have a mustache :)
famoscat 11 months ago 29
Have had mine for ~5 months. Love it. Plays many audio and video formats, camcorder is subpar but I can live with that, and once you get google market your options are unlimited
I was leery of the resistive touch screen at first, but I have realllly gotten used to it. even to the point where I can type on the keyboard without using landscape mode.
Its not ideal for browsing the web, but for listening to music and playing games? Amazing.
Be careful though, it is mostly plastic and fragile.
bisc06 11 months ago
Wat is da best internet tablet under $150?
TheMrGaMeRdUdE 1 year ago
what is the touch like
benhos12 1 year ago
the archos 32 is not worth your money at all do not buy this piece of crap it is extremely slow at whatever it is doing
TheColton236 1 year ago
@TheColton236 Apple Lover?
Warpurlgis 11 months ago
@funother nope..
kevster3000 1 year ago
i have marked.
mdameida 1 year ago
i finally realize how stupid it was to buy the new ipod nano. this is the same price and has too much over the ipod nano 6th gen. i think I may try and return it, now
deutschmasta1693 1 year ago
is there a micro sd slot?
Chandhar 1 year ago
@Chandhar yes. i have the 43 and its great!
Boxterr17 1 year ago
@Boxterr17 how big is the 43 compared to something like the ipod touch?
Flightkid9 1 year ago
@Flightkid9 the 32 is .3 inches smaller (diagonally) than the itouch. i have a 43, and i love it. id take an archos over an itouch anyday!
Boxterr17 1 year ago
@Boxterr17 ya I know that, I'm just wondering how large in your hand the 43 is, I'm trying to choose between the 32 and 43 the only difference between them that matter to me is how large they are, is the 43 small enough so that it fits in your pocket well and isn't too bulky? thanks
Flightkid9 1 year ago
@Flightkid9 yeah, it fits like a glove in any pants ive worn since i got it, and i custom cut a zagg screen protector, and now my scrren is pretectted too! i have a electronics bag i carry it around in sometimes... but it doesnt really need it.
Boxterr17 1 year ago
@Chandhar not on the 32
Flightkid9 1 year ago
anybody know, how i can use skype on it?
SHADYaKaManu 1 year ago
it looks like ur touching the screen alot but not
igotfish1 1 year ago
one of the better reviews i have seen on this product. thanks!
urfictionfallacy 1 year ago
Can you use a stylus on this?
divagirl1234567890 1 year ago
my will I get off the AppsLib and do not know how to put it back can you tell me?
151chandy 1 year ago
has it multitouch ?
and do you need to convert video's ?
christiaandm 1 year ago
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nelsona96 1 year ago
you can sideload the full android market so you can have all the apps
nelsona96 1 year ago
@nelsona96 how?
kershley7 1 year ago
i love my archos 32
quarry22 1 year ago 25
@quarry22
does it also reads exel and word files?
henk1jan11 10 months ago
@henk1jan11 yes you can get an app for that but you need to pay for it.
search torrentz.eu or some other torrent sites for it.
quarry22 10 months ago
@quarry22 ME 2! but I'd like to know how the heck you get out of recovery mode!??
JK17831 9 months ago
Can you call with it?
xVIPiProLegend 1 year ago
@xVIPiProLegend
you can call with skype to normal phones.
TheMarcsander 1 year ago
Are all the apps on the Archos store free?
weGandGM 1 year ago
is it better then the i pod touch 4g?
clubberer100able 1 year ago
@clubberer100able the iTouch has a forward facing camera, bigger screen, probably better screen quality, multitouch and speakers. This gives you the freedom that Android gives you (mini-USB, no iTunes, no BS Apple App requirements, etc.). Also, $150 (Archos) vs $230-300-400 (iTouch).
Oh, and you can now get the Google Market on the Archos 32. Very easy to do it. Just install and reboot. I think the Archos 32 can be a serious alternative to the iTouch. Very cheap, and gets the job done.
korwinblue 1 year ago
@korwinblue The only real negative I can think of this device is the screen size. It makes it difficult for text input for people with big hands. I'm sure there are alternative keyboards in the Market that would work well.
korwinblue 1 year ago
@korwinblue how is the play with what you have to pay as or like the i pod touch, there are app store and i tunes
clubberer100able 1 year ago
your voice is fucking annoying!
300joel300 1 year ago
@300joel300 dont watch it?
phantomhockeyzero 10 months ago
The archos looks great..i think the archos is better than a ipod touch XD
LCompactB88 1 year ago
Does this thing have an EQ for the music player?
Nato2152 1 year ago
@Nato2152 yup
thegun857 1 year ago
this is just too small to be called a tablet
Toyeboy89 1 year ago
i know i tried to correct myself and i amy get this and a pair of hesh skullcandy
UDLrazor 1 year ago
I am going to buy that after I get my christmas money
FEvanson 1 year ago
You can add the android market to this!!
gdevilpt 1 year ago
can you install skype, fring or gizmo on it?
vlad1000 1 year ago
@vlad1000
It is Skype compatible. Overall it's a really cool device for only $150.
beanio12 1 year ago
can u add an extra memmory card???
murtk0 1 year ago
u can put an extra memory card????
murtk0 1 year ago
facebook, youtube, change backround to your own picture?
t90nik 1 year ago
Does it have the FM Transmitter that the Archos 3 vision and 3Cam Vision have??
CRAKPOUT 1 year ago
how is the audio on this with a good pair of headphones? I'm deciding on this and the iPod touch 4g. I mainly want a good handheld with a big screen great picture and awesome sound, not as big on the apps.
GodsWarrior2012 1 year ago
@GodsWarrior2012 then get a 43 .4.3 inch screen 16 gigs for just 50 dollars more
UDLrazor 1 year ago
@UDLrazor its actually 250 but almost impossible to buy because all stores are sold out online
eddiev1995 1 year ago
@UDLrazor sorry 250
UDLrazor 1 year ago
does it it support flash?
PhillipR34 1 year ago
@PhillipR34 Yes the new android OS 2.2 supports flash
Trevman1011 1 year ago
@PhillipR34 it does with the new froyo update
yaifibar 1 year ago
I don't understand why you pay so much attention to the E-book reader functionality, seriously...who wants to read a real book that size, let alone on an LCD screen with a low resolution, you gotta be realistic here.
steprl 1 year ago
@steprl dude it can support hd res its not low not even close
upperbluedragon 1 year ago
This device is just too small with its 3.2" display, too small for internet browsing, too small for the keyboard. It's also lacking a speaker.
1cicc 1 year ago
@1cicc 150 dollars.nuff said
UDLrazor 1 year ago
can u download apps by plugging it into a computer and saving files onto the archos 32?
musicplusvids 1 year ago
u can download android market. search market4archos.apk
longluvedrappers 1 year ago
where can i get an app to watch youtube vids. i cant find on mine. thanks
wingpeilingreptiles 1 year ago
can you do a video test for the 32 and are you gonna review the 43?
dvsskater000 1 year ago
Is there a texting app?
Y00tube1 1 year ago
@Y00tube1 its not a phone.....
maybe theres ping in the android market
hidjedewitje 1 year ago
now
OLYMPIANAVI 1 year ago
WOuld you reccomend this over an itouch?
f0615388 1 year ago
4 lower price yes
OLYMPIANAVI 1 year ago
with the plugin you can play pretty much every format even mkv
burningkittycat 1 year ago
oh for the love of god download the apk for archos!!!! then u can access the marketplace.....jesus some people are sooo dumb!
belthazormn1 1 year ago
full google market now fully works
look at charbax vids
Filipinoidol 1 year ago
Is this with multitouch screen ?
FFinVN 1 year ago
@FFinVN
It's resistive, so no.
hamtotem 1 year ago
How good is the SQ, and does it have an EQ? I own the Droid 2, and even though the phone has a preset EQ the SQ is pretty good. Not Sony or Cowon good, but good enough IMO.
Thanks in advance, and great video.
nywytboy68 1 year ago
I don't mind the apps part that much. I'm not willing to pay, even if it's only 2 USD for a game or something that I will only use to showcase an Ipod to friends.
But on the other hand for android there will be an explosion of new apps the following months including useful utilities (e.g. XBMC remote) and best of it a lot will be free and open source.
grimlock047 1 year ago
archos 42 is better and its coming out in October
kzepedag 1 year ago
Can you watch youtube video's on the archos 32? And is there a speaker inside?
raoulkroes 1 year ago
@raoulkroes There is no speaker, but yeah, you can
dasupasin 1 year ago
Archos=$150 Ipod=300 archos wins.
TestifytoRedemtion 1 year ago
@TestifytoRedemtion You're comparing it to the 32 GB version, though. Though the 8 GB one isn't much cheaper, it's still not entirely fair to compare those two.
KingGoofy1 1 year ago
do you know when the archos 43 is coming out?
slSeanLynchsl 1 year ago 11
@slSeanLynchsl it comes out in oktober
killa00playit 1 year ago
@slSeanLynchsl mid or near the end of october
hehassan 1 year ago
@slSeanLynchsl sometime in november bro... idk the exact date...
KidArco27 1 year ago
@slSeanLynchsl it is out
johnnysanderstvtech 1 year ago
@slSeanLynchsl In the uk i think it is the 12/12/10
choudu1234 1 year ago
@slSeanLynchsl Genuary in Europe.
Bbogio12 1 year ago
@slSeanLynchsl january 2011
lekotar 1 year ago
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iPhone eats Archos for lunch, NOM NOM NOMM!!:D
goldboyjr 1 year ago
@goldboyjr this is not a phone.
AndreaFranchitti 1 year ago 23
@goldboyjr Thats how ur momma sounds while eating...
ankitpasi1 1 year ago
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@ankitpasi1 Har Har Har.....
goldboyjr 1 year ago