Archos 5 Internet Tablet--photos

Yep, the Archos 5 Internet Tablet is running Android. But since Android is not ideal for media playback, Archos kept some Linux love aside for that functionality.

Android means apps, and Archos has been kind enough to include more than a handful on the device out of the box. There's even one on there that would normally go for about $20--score!

The Archos 5 has a built-in kickstand on the back as well as a removable stylus, if that's how you prefer to navigate a touch screen.

The player is available in either a flash or hard drive-based model. The flash version is exceptionally thin, especially considering all the receivers and transmitters going on inside: FM tuner and transmitter, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS--how did they fit all those?!

A side view with a Mini-USB connection--similar to those found on cell phones rather than MP3 players--and a standard headphone jack.

The top edge of the device includes a dedicated volume rocker and power button.

Yes, the back plate of the Archos 5 is a total fingerprint magnet. Shiny!

Here, you see the video overlay menu. You can dive further in for various navigation options. There are still mini previews for video.

Next up is music. A thumbnail of the album art for the currently-playing song pops up in the first level of navigation.

And now games. The Archos 5 supports flash games.

The GPS offers a real 3D map option. You can only download one city at a time because each one takes up about 2GB. Basically, it gives you a bird's-eye view of the city along with directions. And there's an adventure mode with a compass, for just wandering around a new city.

The two versions of the Archos 5 with the various portable accessories. There's a battery pack and a portable DVR attachment.

Here's the Archos 5 plugged into the next-generation DVR base station.

Here's a shot of the connections on the back.

The Archos 5 looks great when you output it to a TV. You can control it via an optional Bluetooth keyboard or a remote control accessory. This is where the HD video really comes in handy.