Check out these photos of the Archos 80 G9, which is just a smaller version of the 101 G9.
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Aside from their size differences, the 80 G9 and 101 G9 are physically identical.
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Archos 80 G9 (photos)
Aside from their size differences, the 80 G9 and 101 G9 are physically identical.
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Archos 80 G9 (photos)
Here you can see the speaker, 3G adapter slot (upper right corner), and kickstand in dry dock.
Aside from their size differences, the 80 G9 and 101 G9 are physically identical.
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Archos 80 G9 (photos)
Two edges on each end of the tablet's bottom edge make it uncomfortable to hold.
Aside from their size differences, the 80 G9 and 101 G9 are physically identical.
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Archos 80 G9 (photos)
The kickstand in action! Very useful when watching video.
Aside from their size differences, the 80 G9 and 101 G9 are physically identical.
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Archos 80 G9 (photos)
The 3G slot opened. The $50 3G adapter plugs right in and provides "anywhere" Internet access.
Aside from their size differences, the 80 G9 and 101 G9 are physically identical.
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Archos 80 G9 (photos)
The Archos 80 G9's single camera provides low-quality video and still photos.
Aside from their size differences, the 80 G9 and 101 G9 are physically identical.
