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Archos 32 Internet Tablet review

6.2/10 AVG.
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6.2/10
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The Archos 32 Internet Tablet currently has an Informr score of 6.2 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 10 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.


Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
800 MHz
Processor
Processor
800 MHz
3.2"
Screen Size
Screen Size
3.2"
VGA (640 x 480)+ MP
Camera
Camera
VGA (640 x 480)+ MP
Unknown
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


Electricpig
Electricpig

Archos has released so many slight iterations of the same device now that the Archos 32 Android tablet really struggles to stand out.It’s older brother, the Archos 43, was very nearly better than the iPod touch, save for its irksome resistive touchscreen. For this same reason alone, we can’t endorse...

- Ben Sillis, Electricpig
Computer Shopper
Computer Shopper

Ultimately, though, we don’t love the Archos 32. While it has a few high points, the low points are deal-breakers. For one: You can’t have a touch-screen device that doesn’t have a very good touch screen. It does not offer multi-finger gestures, which is a big strike against it in...

- Sarah E. Anderson , Computer Shopper
Liliputing
Liliputing

The Archos 32 is a pretty good portable media player — if you’re cool with a device that has a 3.2 inch, 400 x 240 pixel display, no speaker, and very few physical buttons.The internet tablet was able to handle most audio and video files I threw at it, and they looked pretty good on the...

- Liliputing Team, Liliputing
Zath
Zath

Now, as Android PMP’s go, this is not bad. I say that because there are those that are better than with news emerging of a Samsung Galaxy Player, the standard is only going to get higher. As a budget Android PMP, though, this is probably one of the best and more than justifies the price tag.Th...

- Rob Nichols, Zath
Tech Advisor
Tech Advisor

As a media player, the Archos 32 Internet Tablet could be a good travelling companion on the cheap if you don't already own an iPod touch or a smartphone, but if you're looking for smartphone-quality web surfing and apps, or if you want to read text material on its small screen, you will be disappoi...

- Robert S Anthony, Tech Advisor


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Screen Size
3.2"

The Archos 32 Internet Tablet's screen size is 3.2 inches with x pixels resolution.

Processor
800 MHz

There is a MediaTek Cortex-A8 800 MHz processor (CPU).

OS

The tablet runs on proprietary operating system firmware.

Camera
VGA (640 x 480)+ MP
You can take photos or capture video with the tablet's onboard VGA (640 x 480)+ MP camera. There's no secondary front camera.
Storage
8 GB

Internal memory is 8 GB. No external card slot is available for expansion.

Battery
Unknown

The tablet is powered by a Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol) battery. Archos's performance ratings are 8 hours Wi-Fi surfing.

32 Internet Tablet Specs

Overview
Release Date December 30, 2010
Regions Available USA, Canada
Operating System No

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Processor MediaTek Cortex-A8 800 MHz
Internal Storage 8 GB
RAM No
Hearing Aid Compatible No
TTY/TDD No
SAR Unknown
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included Data Cable, Headphones, Manual
Cellular
Networks
Mobile / Cellular Data
No (Option available)
Wi-Fi Calling No
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) No
SIM card size
No
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Yes
USB OTG Support No
Infrared No
Bluetooth 2.1
Bluetooth Profiles No
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Memory Expansion Slot No
Expansion Slot Info
NFC No
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
VGA (640 x 480)+ Megapixels
Zoom
Yes
Flash
No
Additional Main Camera Info
Video Recording Formats
H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
VGA (640 x 480 pixels)
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
No
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution x pixels
Pixel density Unknown
Size 3.2 inches
Sensors Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Backlit Illumination Yes
Zoom / Magnification Yes
Screen Orientation Lock No
Multi-Touch No
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features Resistive Touchscreen
Power & Battery
Type Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Battery Capacity No
Removable Battery No
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging No
Battery Charge Time Unknown
Video Playback Time Up to 6 hours
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Up to 8 hours
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Standby Time Unknown
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Material Plastic
Colors Black
Dimensions [H x W x D] 10.4 x 5.3 x 0.8 cm (4.1 x 2.1 x 0.3 in)
Weight 72 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers No
Input / Navigation
Touchscreen Yes
Sleep / Wake Key No
Home Key Yes
Physical keyboard No
Text-to-Speech No
Screen Reader No
Keypad/Screen Lock Yes
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
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Additional Information Graphics: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Zoom / Magnification: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact: Email address, Other fields
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
PC Synchronization: Yes
Audio Formats: MP3, AAC+, AAC, WMA Pro, WMA, OGG
Video Playback Formats: H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4
Streaming Video: Yes
Custom Ringtones: No
Wi-fi Encryption: -
Games: Yes
Apps: Downloadable, Pre-installed
Included Software / Apps: -
Alarm, Voice Memos / Recorder

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View the online manual at http://www.archos.com/manuals/A32_EN_v1.1.htm
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