Engineering:Archos GamePad
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.jpg) An Archos Gamepad | |
| Developer | Archos |
|---|---|
| Type | Tablet |
| Release date | |
| Introductory price | €150, £130, US$170[1] |
| Operating system | Android 4.1 Jelly Bean |
| CPU | Dual-core Rockchip RK3066 @ 1.6 GHz |
| Memory | 1024 MB |
| Storage | 8 GB internal, with expandable microSD up to 64GB |
| Display | 7" capacitive touchscreen @ 1024x600 px |
| Graphics | Mali-400 quad-core |
| Controller input | Built-in |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Mini-HDMI, USB 2.0 |
| Online services | Google Play |
| Dimensions | 229.8mm x 118.7mm x 15.4mm[2] |
| Successor | Archos GamePad 2 |
The Archos GamePad is a video gaming tablet developed and marketed by Archos.[3] It runs on the Android operating system. It was announced on August 29, 2012, and was first released on 6 December 2012 in Europe, with a US release projected for February 2013.[4][5] The tablet is aimed at gaming, and features dedicated dual analog sticks along with regular gaming keys and shoulder buttons - a similar design as the PlayStation Vita.[6] Archos have designed a technology which 'converts' the touch controls (of Android games) into physical controls from the buttons.[7] It is able to get over a thousand games from the Google Play library.
Archos GamePad features a 7-inch screen, 8GB of internal storage, 16 physical buttons, a 0.3 MP front camera, and stereo speakers.[8] It is 10mm thick and weights 300 grams. Archos have developed a special mapping software for developers to officially make their game(s) compatible with the GamePad's physical buttons.
Release
Archos retailed GamePad in the UK for £130, although Archos originally had said that the tablet will sell for "under £130"[7] The GamePad has a 7" screen.[9]
Reception
The Archos GamePad received largely negative reviews. Poor battery life, low screen quality and uncomfortable controls were among the most frequently mentioned complaints.[10][11][12][2]
Gamepad 2
In August 2013, it was revealed that Archos is working on a successor, called Archos GamePad 2.
See also
- Wii U GamePad
- JXD S7300
- Wikipad
References
- ↑ Broida, Rick (2013-03-22). "Review: Archos GamePad". https://www.wired.com/2013/03/archos-gamepad/.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 McFerran, Damien (2013-01-06). "Archos GamePad review" (in en). https://www.eurogamer.net/df-hardware-archos-gamepad-review.
- ↑ "Archos GamePad is £130 Android-packing 7-inch gaming tablet | CNET UK". http://crave.cnet.co.uk/gamesgear/archos-gamepad-is-130-android-packing-7-inch-gaming-tablet-50009020/.
- ↑ "ARCHOS GamePad specs". 29 August 2012. http://www.phonearena.com/phones/ARCHOS-GamePad_id7460.
- ↑ Stacy Warden. "Archos GamePad hits the states in February ". Know Your Cell, 2013-01-17. Accessed 2013-01-17.
- ↑ "Archos GamePad for Android Gamers Tired of Touchscreens". 29 August 2012. https://gizmodo.com/5938793/archos-gamepad-for-android-gamers-tired-of-touchscreens.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 "Archos unveils 7-inch GamePad with physical controls, Ice Cream Sandwich for 'less than 150 euros'". 19 July 2019. https://www.engadget.com/2012/08/29/archos-gamepad-with-physical-controls/.
- ↑ Archos GamePad Android portable console review GamePad review Part 1
- ↑ "Archos GamePad: An Android gaming tablet that looks like PlayStation Vita". 29 August 2012. http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2012-08-29-archos-gamepad-an-android-gaming-tablet-that-looks-like-playstation-vita.
- ↑ Rougeau, Michael (2013-01-10). "Hands on: Archos GamePad review" (in en). https://www.techradar.com/reviews/pc-mac/tablets/archos-gamepad-review-1124142/review.
- ↑ Williams, Andrew (2013-01-10). "Archos GamePad Review" (in en). https://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/archos-gamepad.
- ↑ McFerran, Damien (2013-01-09). "Archos GamePad review: Archos GamePad" (in en). https://www.cnet.com/reviews/archos-gamepad-tablet-android-4-1-jelly-bean-8-gb-7-review/.
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