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BBC iPlayer goes mobile: Which player is best?

By Nate Lanxon on 14 October 2008, 1:03pm

Last on our list is also the largest: the brand-new Archos 5. With up to 250GB of storage and a 122mm (4.8-inch) screen, it's a beast of a portable iPlayer device.

The only issue is the resolution of the iPlayer video files offered by the Beeb. They're only available in 320x240-pixel resolution, meaning the picture is seriously stretched to fit on the Archos 5's display, and it results in the picture being less sharp than it appears on the smaller devices.

It's still a killer offering, and the integrated kick-stand and built-in speakers make it perfect for holidays, bedrooms and camp sites, as well as trains and cars. The old Archos 605 Wi-Fi is also compatible with iPlayer, but we love the refreshed design, the larger screen and the radically improved interface of the new Archos 5, earning it the prestigious title of:

Best choice: Large portable iPlayer player

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