Did archos make an iPod killer?

[jst0ney]

The only thing that will kill ipods is when ipods become obsolete. A convergence Item like a high capaity storage cell phone could do it Turn a phone into a phone/mp3 player/ and a pda with limited functionability and I"m on board. Until then its Ipod for me.

 

[jman19]

Originally posted by: Gurck
Every DAP maker other than Apple makes an iPod killer. It's not a big deal.

What a clown. Your bias is so blantant that your opinions on DAPs are worthless.

 

[spanky]

When connected to a computer, the Gmini XS200 is seen as an additional drive (PC or Macintosh). Store any computer file using the USB 2.0 high-speed interface (USB 1.1 compatible).

cool.

 

[anxi80]

Topic Title: Did archos make an iPod killer?

no, but carlsbad's (so cal represent!) digital mind company might be on to something...

pcworld.com link

Carlsbad, California-based Digital Mind (DMC) this week announced an update to its Xclef 500, a Mac- and PC-compatible digital music player that the company claims is the first to offer 100GB of storage capacity.

The Xclef 500 connects using a USB 2.0 interface and also accepts input from a built-in mic, line-in audio connector, and S/PDIF optical mini plug.

It features 20+ hour battery life using a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, and supports built-in MP3 encoding, voice recording, FM radio, recording capability, and more.

It's recognized as a mass storage device by the host Mac or PC, and supports MP3, WMA, Ogg Vorbis, WAV, and ASF audio file formats. AAC--including those Digital Rights Management (DRM)-protected files purchased through the ITunes Music Store--is not supported.

Higher Capacity
The Xclef 500 measures 5 x 3.2 x 0.8 inches and weighs approximately 9 ounces. By comparison, Apple Computer's 40GB IPod measures 4.1 x 2.4 x 0.69 inches and weighs 6.2 ounces, but has less than half the storage capacity.

The secret to the Xclef's comparatively massive storage capacity and the reason for its hefty weight and larger dimensions is that it uses a standard 2.5-inch laptop hard drive mechanism. In fact, DMC sells a do-it-yourself version of the Xclef 500 without a drive for $149.

40, 60, 80, and 100GB versions cost $249, $299, $349, and $449 respectively.

 

[Fritzo]

Watch for Creative's mini coming out shortly. Tiny, FM tuner, built in encoding...oh yeah Creative is known for thier great sound quality too.

 

[MaxDSP]

Just got my iPod mini this week, loving it

 

[konakona]

friends dont let friends buy i-pods... is getting ripped off for a metrosexual looking casing fun?

 

[TuxDave]

I can't wait until Apple makes an Ipod killer.

 

[elektrolokomotive]

Originally posted by: notfred
Everything Archos has ever made has been crap, in my experience.

My JBS20 is still going strong, had it for 3 years.

 

[KeyserSoze]

I still love my Nomad Zen Xtra 40 gig. Good size, easy interface. My only gripe is that I wish I could hook it up to any computer with built in USB Drivers. That's pretty much my only problem. (And let's hope they fixed that headphone issue, and don't charge you for sending it back and paying for possible "non-warranty" charges.) Bastages. I still can't get over that.




KeyserSoze

 

[ironcrotch]

As long as companies are producing "iPod killers" they will never 'kill' the iPod, because in a sense they are just playing catch up and just trying to beat whats already been done.

:thumbsdown:

 

[anxi80]

Originally posted by: ironcrotch
As long as companies are producing "iPod killers" they will never 'kill' the iPod, because in a sense they are just playing catch up and just trying to beat whats already been done.

:thumbsdown:

but the xclef500 is a 100gb model with a removable hard drive, fm radio and 20+ hours of battery life!!

 

[JDub02]

no thanks .. i'll just keep my 50+ hours of battery life on 1 AA in my minidisc player. I can deal with swapping discs every 4 hours. I never listen to music that long anyway.

 

[BooGiMaN]

wasnt there a thread a few days ao about how crappy the archos was?

 

[DanTMWTMP]

Originally posted by: brigden
I'm highly suceptible to slick marketing and advertising. I generally buy the electronics with the flashiest websites and best design. That's why my house is full of Sony.

lol

sony isn't too bad.

*looks around apt, sees monitor, radio, 27in flat screen TV, headphones. etc..*

all say sony

*hangs head in shame*