Archos SA announced its first line of Google(TM) certified smartphones. Each smartphone will feature a super slim design, IPS screen with amazing viewing angles, a powerful Qualcomm CPU and the flexibility of dual SIM cards which allow the user to manage two providers simultaneously. New Platinum range will allow end-users to experience full access to the Android ecosystem, IPS screens, Quad-core CPUs and 8 Megapixel cameras in a sleek design. The ARCHOS 35 Carbon ($99.99), ARCHOS 50 Platinum ($219.99) and ARCHOS 53 Platinum ($249.99) will be the first in a new line of smartphones to be released and will be available starting in Europe at the end of May 2013. In addition, all smartphones in this new line will include: Pure un-skinned Android OS; Google Certification for access to Google PlayTM and Google Mobile Services including Google NowTM; Dual SIM flexibility to manage two providers simultaneously from one phone; An IPS Screen with amazing viewing angles; Full Black Screen Process; ARCHOS Media Centre Apps for music and videos; Cloud-Based Contacts and Storage; Front and Back Cameras for capturing the perfect picture.

Archos chairman and CEO Henri Crohas will step down as CEO on May 1, 2013 while retaining his role as chairman and co-leader of the strategic committee. The company's new CEO is Loic Poirier, who joined the group as CFO in 2005, was promoted to COO in 2007 and to deputy CEO in January 2013.

Archos SA reported earnings results for the year 2012. The company reported EUR 38.7 million net loss in 2012, compared to a EUR 5.7 million net profit a year earlier. Its gross margin, excluding restructuring charges and inventory depreciation, came to 8.2% in 2012, compared to 18.7% in 2011.