Archos 101 G9 review

Our main complaint about the G9 is its build quality. The tablet's plastic case creaks if you flex it, and there's a small gap in the join between the two halves of the case. We also noticed a bug with the touchscreen; if you touch the very left or right edge of the screen, it activates the button o...

- Barry de la Rosa, Expert Reviews

In sum, Archos did a fair job of balancing features over cost. The awkward arrangement of the buttons and ports is our biggest complaint, most likely a consequence of rushing to market. The smooth interaction, decent screen, and strong performance, combined with the sub-$400 price, make this a real...

- William Harrel, Computer Shopper

The G9 101 is not without some niggling annoyances but it still represents decent value if you want a tablet that plays HD video in any format. The stand and 3G dongle are simple ideas that make the G9 rather versatile too. The only reason I can’t give it more of a recommendation is the Flash...

- Alun Taylor, The Register

Android tablets are something of a minefield. The unique proposition of the Archos tablet is that it delivers the Honeycomb experience at a price that's hard to beat. It also, undoubtedly, offers the widest diversity of format support in any tablet we've seen so far. It is indeed a capable video pla...

- Chris Hall, Pocket-lint

The Archos 101 G9 has undeniable media playing credentials, especially when it comes to video. We love how the Remote Control app works, allowing you to control the tablet’s media features from an Android phone. The optional 3G stick is a great idea as well, and the fact it can be used as a mobile b...

- Thomas Newton, Recombu