Arnova 7 G2 review part 1: Introduction

The Arnova 7 G2 tablet is an awaited upgrade of the long running Archos 7 HT (Home Tablet). This new release brings a Rockchip RK2918 processor (single core) running at 1 GHz, Android 2.3 Gingerbread, capacitive screen and a front (web)camera.

The Arnova 7 G2 should not be confused with the Arnova 7c G2, which support 3G, has a slower CPU (Qualcomm MSM7627), less memory (350 Mb) and a casing a little different.

Arnova 7 G2 specifications

Operating System	Android 2.3.1 (Gingerbread) Linux Kernel Version: 2.6.32.37
CPU	single core Rockchip 2918 CPU running at 1 Ghz Integrated GPU: Vivante Corporation GC800
Flash Storage Memory	Capacity 8 GB Speed: Class 2 range (tested Read kB/s, Write kB/s)
System Memory	512 Mb (DDR2 ?)
Additional storage	Micro SD slot (SDHC compatible)
Display	800×480 TFT LCD 7 inches capacitive 2 points screen
Bluetooth	No
Wifi	802.11 b/g
Gravity Sensor	Yes
Camera	0.3Mp (front facing)
GPS	No
HDMI	No
Interfaces	micro USB Slave Mass Storage Class (MSC) MicroSD slot
Battery life	Video playing test: TBD hours check our Archos and Arnova battery tests page
Android Market	No (Appslib application Marketplace)
Kickstand	Yes
Dimensions	203 mm x 107 mm x 12 mm (8” x 4.2” x 0.5”)
Weight	370 g / 13 oz
Price	TBD

Packaging

Packaging is very similar to other Archos and Arnova 7 inches products, you will find in the box:
- an Arnova 7 G2 tablet
- a power charger with 3 power sockets (American, English and French type)
This is the classic power charger from Archos/Arnova, input 100-240V, outputs 5V 2A
- an USB cable (micro USB format)
- 3 papers that includes: Arnova 7 G2 User Guide, Legal and Safety Notices (finally under the Arnova brand ;)) and a $10 music credit coupon at emusic.com

Arnova 7 G2 pictures

This short collection of pictures highlights the connections on the device: micro USB, power supply, and headphone connector on the right side, micro SDcard, tiny microphone hole and power switch on the top, kickstand and reset pinhole in the back, and camera on the front left of the device.

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Please check back soon for the rest of this review, analyzing the device performance and applications.
You can also refer the our Arnova 10 G2 review for further info on this 10 inches model very similar to the Arnova 7 G2.

Arnova 7 G2 8 GB 7 inches capacitive screen, Rockchip 2918 CPU, 512 MB RAM, Android 2.3, 8 GB Storage		AMAZON UK		£ 50
		AMAZON DE	Versandfertig in 1 – 2 Werktagen	122.48 EUR
		AMAZON FR		100 EUR