tablet pc review : Archos 43 4.3-Inch 8 GB Internet Tablet


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Rating: 3.6

List Price : $199.99 Price : $168.99
Archos 43 4.3-Inch 8 GB Internet Tablet

Product Description

Experience HD video playback and full Android connectivity with the Archos 43 Internet Tablet. Thin, light, and strong, the Archos 43 showcases a 4.3-inch high resolution touchscreen with a built-in HD camcorder for exceptionally sharp video capture and playback. Featuring an HDMI-out port for full connectivity with HDTVs, OpenGL 3D graphic acceleration for the latest 3D games, and an Android 2.2 operating system completely open to programmers, this Wi-Fi and Bluetooth-enabled tablet puts the full power of a computer in the palm of your hand.

Amazon.com Product Description

Experience HD video playback and full Android connectivity with the Archos 43 Internet Tablet. Thin, light, and strong, the Archos 43 showcases a 4.3-inch high resolution touchscreen with a built-in HD camcorder for exceptionally sharp video capture and playback. Featuring an HDMI-out port for full connectivity with HDTVs, OpenGL 3D graphic acceleration for the latest 3D games, and an Android 2.2 operating system completely open to programmers, this Wi-Fi and Bluetooth-enabled tablet puts the full power of a computer in the palm of your hand.

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43 Internet Tablet 8 GB
At a Glance:
  • 4.3-inch HD touchscreen with g-sensor displays high-quality video

  • Stainless steel and injected plastic for a light but strong body

  • Built-in HD camera and camcorder

  • Fully customizable Android tablet with app setup options and home screen widgets

  • Wi-Fi, PC, and HDTV connectivity for versatile use with other equipment

  • Open interface lets you install alternative operating systems and create applications

  • Limited one-year warranty
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Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and 3G tethering makes it easy to stay connected while on the go.
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Enjoy all your favorite media on a high-resolution 4.3-inch touchscreen.
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Convenient leg stand props device up on a table or your lap for comfortable viewing. View larger.
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Features a stainless steel and injected plastic body construction that is light yet strong.
Strong, Light Body with Convenient Leg Stand
Thanks to a patented plastic overmolding process developed by Archos, which binds high-tensile strength stainless steel inside an injected plastic enclosure, the Archos 43 has a sleek look that doesn't compromise on weight or strength. Measuring 5-3/10 by 2-3/5 by 2/5 inches (H x W x D) and weighing 4-3/5 ounces, this tablet fits perfectly in the palm of your hand and can easily slip into your pocket.

A leg stand on the back of the device allows you to conveniently prop the Archos 43 on a table or your lap for comfortable viewing.

HD Touchscreen for Excellent Viewing Quality
Showcasing a large 4.3-inch touchscreen with 854-by-480-pixel display, the Archos 43 offers portable HD video playback. This high-resolution screen lets you enjoy your pictures' smallest details, while the 16:9 format is ideal for rendering videos in the best quality. A g-sensor accelerometer senses how you're holding the tablet and adjusts the screen view accordingly. And, you have plenty of storage space for photos and videos with 8 GB of flash memory.

Built-In HD Camera and Camcorder
With the Archos 43 Internet Tablet, you can film or take pictures of your friends and family in HD quality at 720p resolution (maximum). Once you've got your photos and videos, you can create a slideshow with the Photoframe application or watch your videos directly on the device. Better yet, upload your videos to YouTube or Facebook to show them to the world.

Connected Android Tablet Allows Personalization
Android is the application framework developed by Google for connected mobile devices. It comes with a full pack of connected apps such as a web browser and email application. The five home screens of the Android user interface allow advanced personalization: icons can be placed, moved, or erased with the flick of a finger. Thanks to the home screen widgets, users can instantly access their favorite applications. Get the latest news, send emails, and chat with your friends with ease.

The Android browser is intuitive and complete thanks to Flash 10 compatibility and a 1 GHz high-speed processor. Enjoy the web in its full glory--no need for pared-down mobile sites.

Full Wi-Fi, PC, and HDTV Connectivity
Stay connected anywhere by tethering the Archos 43 to your 3.5G cell phone. Using your phone's portable Wi-Fi hotspot, Bluetooth, or even a USB cable, the Archos 43 can use your smartphone as a modem, giving you easy access to the Internet on your tablet using the data service plan of your cell phone.

The Archos 43 also features Samba and UPnP protocols, allowing you to access videos and movies located on your computer directly on your tablet via Wi-Fi. This means that you can use your Archos 43 as a convenient computer around the house even without keeping your media stored on the device.

An HDMI-out port on the Archos 43 allows you to connect your tablet to your HDTV, letting you enjoy the features of your tablet on a much bigger screen. Watch videos from your tablet, browse your files or the Internet from your couch, and play 3D games using the Archos 43 as the controller--OpenGL 3D graphic acceleration supports the latest 3D gaming technology. You can also connect your tablet to a computer screen.

Intuitive Music Application Plays Multiple Formats
The Archos 43 Internet Tablet features a new music application that provides 3D cover animation support and the ability to add a mini music widget to the home screen. This tablet is able to play MP3, WAV, WMA, AAC, OGG, and FLAC music files, keeping your digital music experience as simple as it should be.

Open Interface for Programmers
The Archos 43 Internet Tablet is completely open to programmers, letting you install alternative operating systems, create your own applications, and have complete control over your system environment. Experienced developers and programmers can install Linux Ångström for a dual boot option.

Product and Warranty Information
The Archos 43 tablet includes one built-in speaker, a microphone, and a leg stand. The Android 2.2 Froyo system is compatible with Microsoft Windows XP, Vista, and 7, Mac OS X, and Linux (in mass storage mode) operating systems.

Its battery supports up to 36 hours of music playback, 10 hours of video playback, or 12 hours of web surfing.

The Archos 43 Internet Tablet is backed by a limited one-year warranty.

What's in the Box
Archos 43 Internet Tablet, earphones, USB cable, and quick start guide.



  • Android 2.2 , ARM Cortex-A8 1 GHz
  • 8 GB integrated
  • 4.3-inch TFT LCD touchscreen with 480 x 854 (FWVGA) pixel resolution and 16 million colors
  • WiFi 802.11b/g/n, 2 Megapixel Camera
  • 4.6 oz
  • It has 1gHz + 3D Open GL, built-in cam, HDMI Out, accelerometer and kick stand.
  • It has One-year limited warranty.
  • It has up to 36 hours of audio, 10 hours of video, or 12 hours web surfing on a single charge.
  • It has 8 GB capacity for about 2,000 songs, 10,000 photos, or 10 hours of video and microSD slot for memory expansion.
  • It has 4.3-inch TFT LCD touchscreen with 480 x 854 (FWVGA) pixel resolution and 16 million colors.


Archos 43 4.3-Inch 8 GB Internet Tablet


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142 of 149 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Video demo and review of Archos 43 Internet Tablet, November 13, 2010
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Gadgetman (Saratoga, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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Customer Video Review Length:: 3:25 Mins

This is a video demo and testing of the Archos 43 - 16 GB Internet Tablet. Overall, I am very happy with its improvements over the Archos 5 IT. I have also changed the rating to a 5 stars after updating the OS to Android 2.2 with the Adobe Flash 10 player installed. This gadget rocks !

12/21/10 update

- I have been using this gadget on a daily basis since my original post for checking emails and surfing the web for news in the morning while still lying lazy on my bed. So far so good and it has replaced my iPhone for such use as it is lighter and has a wider display for full web-site surfing. The only issue I have is the short battery life which I have to circumvent by disabling the Wifi when not in use.

Overall feel and handling

The unit is extremely light and fits easily in a shirt pocket. It is much more portable than the Archos 5 IT and even the i-Phone. The single-touch resistive screen works quite nice... Read more
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62 of 64 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Thank you sir, may I have another?, January 23, 2011
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There's a little pain before the reward, but it's worth it!

My Archos 43 was a Christmas gift that my parents chose from my Amazon Wish List. Of course with the supply problems, I didn't actually get it until January 22nd. (It was ordered in November.)

I'll be using it to replace my 8 year old and failing Palm Tungsten C PDA.

You won't need my decades of engineering and programming background to make your Archos work, but you will have a glitch or two during the updating and software installation process. Just hang in there!

Out of the very well packaged box came my Archos, a USB cable, ear buds and the paperwork. My first impression of the unit was the solid construction. It doesn't feel cheap and flimsy like so many products do now days. Turning the unit on, I found the battery at 60% charge. Following the manufacturers instructions, I let the unit charge for several hours to top off the battery.

Once charged, the... Read more
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24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Few tweaks and It's perfect, February 10, 2011
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I freaking love this device but to make it really shine there are a few things you should do...

At first I was disappointed by the resistive touch screen. It was always giving me incorrect key passes and I couldn't figure out why. I had been using the plastic cover it came with for about two weeks and I finally took it off. I was a bit worried that I would scratch the screen but so far I have had no problems and as an added bonus when I took the screen protector off the screen became much more responsive and accurate with key passes. So... (TAKE THE SCREEN PROTECTOR OFF) If you have never used a capacitive touch screen before it will take some time to get used to it especially people with larger fingers (no offense) also as a note I suggest you recalibrate the screen after you take the protective cover off.

Suggestions to improve your android experience:
-First get arctools in appslib so you can get access to the android market + If you want to have... Read more
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