As you can tell by now, here at TI we're pretty excited about the promise of Android community, as well as the great traction that our OMAP 3 platform is receiving.  Today we get to celebrate milestones with both as ARCHOS today unveiled their Android-based ARCHOS 5 Internet tablet, which takes the personal multimedia experience to a whole new level. The ARCHOS 5 is built with a solid collection of TI technologies - including an OMAPTM 3 processor, NaviLinkTM solution, WiLinkTM solution and analog components - that together enable awesome device capabilities, like:    

  • Uncompromised, full web browsing experience that leverages the ARM® CortexTM-A8 core, with performance up to 800Mhz
  • 720p (HD) video playback all formats up to H.264 HP
  • A compelling, intuitive user interface
  • Stunning performance at low, smartphone-like power budgets  
  • "Always-on" connectivity in all user environments for seamless data connections (WLAN/BT/FM and GPS)

Besides sporting these eye-catching features, the ARCHOS 5 is another proof point as to why we stand committed to Android. Our engineers work diligently with the Android platform during OMAP 3 processor development and validation, which helps customers bring cool new devices to consumers' hands quickly in an open environment. In fact, the ARCHOS team noted in a Feb. 9, 2009 press release that they selected TI's products not only for their low-power and high performance, but to leverage the company's experience in developing compelling, highly-competitive Android-based products: "The level of software investment made by TI on the Android platform allows ARCHOS to quickly and cost effectively deliver an Android-based device that supports advanced features such as the newly integrated voice capabilities."

ARCHOS team: We're thrilled for you, and can't wait to get our hands on our very own ARCHOS 5! Congrats.