Premier consumer
device manufacturer Archos and its subsidiary Arnova are setting out to make
huge waves in the Philippines’ personal device market with the introduction of
several new gadgets aimed at further establishing their brands in the country.
Powered by
Google’s latest operating system Android version 4.1 “Jelly Bean,” the new
Archos and Arnova devices provide leading-edge consumer market devices at a
fraction of the cost.
Archos, is also
entering the smartphone business while Arnova is lining up new Wi-Fi-enabled
models of 7”, 9.7” and 10.1” tablets for the entry-to-mid and high-level users.
Archos GamePad,
80 Titanium, and 80XS
With years of research
and development and proven market track record under its belt, Archos is well-established
in the tablet industry. Archos is also proud to get a Google Certification,
ensuring that its devices will come with Android’s applications, such as Google
Play Store, Gmail, YouTube, Maps among others.
Archos starts off
with the 80 Titanium, which features an 8-inch IPS (in-plane switching) panel
that offers the best color contrast among tablets of its class. The 80 Titanium
boasts a 1.6 Gigahertz (GHz) Cortex-A9 dual-core processor and a built-in
quad-core graphics processor for smooth operation of graphics heavy
applications, games and even high definition videos at 1080p.
The Archos 80
Titanium has a 1 Gigabyte (Gb) RAM, a front and a rear camera, 8 Gb internal
flash memory (expandable to 64 Gb via micro SD slot), Wifi and Bluetooth wireless
connectivity and a mini-HDMI port.
Another new
tablet is the 80XS, which has a keyboard that doubles as a magnetic cover board.
This 8-inch wonder features a 1.6 GHz dual-core Cortex-A9 processor, 1 Gb of
RAM and 8 Gb of internal flash memory (expandable to 64 Gb via micro SD slot),
as well as WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity. It can also connect to a TV to
become a media player via mini-HDMI.
The company is
also delving into the mobile gaming scene as it introduces a one-of-a-kind
Archos GamePad. Designed to cater to gamers, this Android gaming device
features dedicated dual analog sticks, a dual four-way directional buttons and
shoulder buttons. This design enables the Archos GamePad to convert typical
touch controls of hundreds of Android games into physical, button-based
controls.
Archos 50
Platinum and 53 Platinum smartphones
Archos has
finally broken into the smartphone market with the introduction of its Archos
50 Platinum and 53 Platinum 3G smartphone devices.
Starting with the
50 Platinum, Archos is offering tablet-like features into mobile phones. The 50
Platinum has a bright 5-inch IPS panel, a powerful quad-core Qualcomm processor
running a 1.2 GHz, a 1 Gb RAM, 4 Gb internal flash memory and a dual-SIM slot.
It has a 2,000 milliampere (mAh) battery life, providing a 161 hour standby
time, and a whopping 9.8 hours of talk time.
Its big brother,
the 53 Platinum, has a 5.3-inch IPS panel and also features the same powerhouse
components. But the 53 Platinum has a much bigger battery life at 2,800
milliampere (mAh), giving it an even longer standby time at 264 hours and 15
hours of talk time.
Arnova ChildPad
Expanding its
offering to younger generation of users, Arnova has introduced Arnova Childpad,
a 7-inch tablet specially designed for school children. Not only does its
colourful shell make the Arnova Childpad look unique, it is also pre-installed
with a 6-month license of Mobile Parental Filter of Editions Profil, ensuring
that its young users are protected from inappropriate content.
Arnova 7-inch G3
These new Arnova
G3 tablets are sure to captivate a wide variety of users, from school learners,
entertainment users, home owners, business executives to power users.
Starting the new
line of tablets is the ultra-thin Arnova 7h G3 tablet. Experience crisp 16
million colors with this tablet’s 7” capacitive multi-touch screen at 800x480
pixels. It features an ARM Cortex A8 processor running at 1 GHz, with 512
megabytes (Mb) of RAM, and a 4 Gb flash memory.
Next is the
Arnova 7i G3, at Php4,995 is an upgraded version of the Arnova 7h that
incorporates a 1 Gb RAM. It also has two speakers instead of one, producing
more powerful sound that works even in open spaces.
Arnova 10-inch
G3
Completing
Arnova’s new tablet line are its two Arnova 10.1” powerhouses; the Arnova 10c
G3 and the 10d G3.
Arnova 10c G3,
uses ARM A8 processor running at 1 GHz, with 1 Gb of memory and a 4 Gb internal
flash drive. Integrated into the Arnova 10c G3 is a micro SD slot (up to 32 Gb
capacity) and a micro USB 2.0 slave port that enables users to plug in USB
devices, such as external drives.
Even more
powerful is its twin brother, the Arnova 10d G3, which has a dual-core ARM A9
processor running at 1.2 GHz, also a 1 Gb RAM and a 4 Gb internal flash memory.
It also features a front-facing camera, built-in speakers, microphones and
micro SD and micro USB ports.
Arnova 97 G4
Arnova also
introduces the Arnova 97 G4, a 9.7-inch tablet that is made for the power user.
It has a powerful dual-core ARM A9 process running at 1.6 GHz and a 1 Gb RAM.
Its integrated graphics is a quad-core Mali-400 processor that provides optimum
power for graphics-intensive applications.
All Archos and Arnova products are available at The Electronics Boutique, Ace Hardware, Anson Emporium, Automatic Centre, DIY Shop, Office Warehouse, Office 1 Superstore and Robinsons Appliances.
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