Sony Lifestyle PC (VGN-588EQ)

It was more than four years ago that Mike Abary, senior vice president at Sony, reached into his inner suit pocket and pulled out the Sony VAIO VGN-UX180P. At the time, he called this handheld PC, which ran a full-blown version of Windows XP, "an achievement in ingenious design." Little did he know he'd be pulling the same stunt again at a quaint hotel in Manhattan, where I was one of a handful of

Sony VAIO VGN-FW390

The Sony VAIO VGN-FW198UH was one of the first laptops to showcase a 16:9 aspect ratio display, a beautiful 16-inch widescreen that fit the lines of the 1080p format to a T. (It's a format that's commonly paired with high-end LCD panels.) But as the field of 16-inch laptops grew, so did the bargains that reflected a new shopping trend in this troubled economy. That said, the latest in Sony's

Sony VAIO VGN-NW120J (Staples)

Sony's VAIO notebooks have long been at the cutting edge of style, and the VGN-NW120J continues the trend. This sleek mainstream laptop features a cool textured finish and a nice, colorful 15.5-inch widescreen display, but at $799.98 (list), it is a bit more expensive than competing systems that offer similar components and features.

Sony VAIO VPC-W11XX

Despite all the tell-tale signs that point to one—an Atom processor, small screen, and an undersized keyboard—Sony refused to call the LifeStyle PC a netbook. So officially, the company never launched one. But after watching this diminutive category seduce one laptop manufacturer after another, Sony couldn't help but fall weak at the knees, too. This time, it admits that the VAIO VPC-W11XX ($500 direct) is a netbook, and although the beautifully done design and a 1,366-by-768 resolution are admirable netbook qualities, it fails to address all the other things that have made netbooks like the Toshiba mini NB205 and Asus EeePC 1000HE (both Editors' Choices) so successful. A severely undersized keyboard and a bloated price—that merely nets you a 3-cell battery—make this netbook hard to recommend.

Sony VAIO VGN-NW270F/S

Sony has always placed an emphasis on design, so it's no surprise that the Sony VAIO VGN-NW270F/S ($799 from Staples) stands out from the mainstream laptop crowd with its unique, textured plastic chassis. The VAIO NW270F/S features an extra-wide 15.5-inch widescreen display that's a beauty for both movie watching and Excel spreadsheeting. Also helping separate the VAIO NW270F/S from the sub-$1,000 laptop pack is its ability to play Blu-ray discs. Aside from its funky design and BD-ROM drive, however, the Windows 7-equipped VAIO NW270 is a fairly typical mainstream laptop, delivering a configuration and performance that are in line with the competition.

Sony VAIO VPC-Z116GXS

Design
There's no need to redesign an ultraportable that's this good looking, which is why Sony left the chassis alone in the new Z116GXS. It's the same reason why the well-crafted Lenovo ThinkPad X200 ($1,199 direct) had left its design untouched. The Z116GXS is wrapped in carbon fiber and magnesium metals, though its incredibly scant, 3-pound frame belies its surprising sturdiness. The 4.6-pound Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch ($1,199 direct) and 3.8-pound HP ProBook 5310m ($899 direct) have a similar footprint but weigh a whole lot more than the Sony Z116GXS. Even the cracker-thin ASUS UL30A-A1 (3.9 lbs) isn't as easy on the scales.

Sony VAIO VPC-EB13FXBI

Sony laptops have always been a good-looking bunch, but they have typically carried a price premium. Not anymore: The Sony's VAIO VPC-EB13FXBI (known hereafter as the EB Series), available at Costco for $799.99 (list) fuses solid construction and quality components with Sony's style. This multimedia computer will turn heads, but it's not just about what's on the outside. The Sony VAIO EB Series has an outstanding complement of components that includes an Intel 2.26GHz Core i5 processor, 4GB of DDR3 RAM, and a roomy 500GB hard drive. Its 15.5-inch LCD is big enough for multitasking and watching video, yet it's not so large that the laptop is ungainly to carry. As with many value laptops, you'll have to settle for integrated graphics. Our only serious complaint is that the small 39Wh battery delivers lackluster away-from-AC power.

Sony VAIO VPC-EA36FMW

The Sony VAIO VPC-EA36FMW ($799.99 list, at Best Buy) is a well-designed, well-rounded laptop that nearly stands up to the Asus U45Jc-A1 ($867 street, 4.5 stars), the Editors' Choice in the mainstream laptop category. Both models feature the same Core i3 processor, 4GB of memory, 500GB hard drive, and 14-inch display, but, otherwise, they serve up different designs and feature sets. The Asus U45Jc-A1 earns points for its sleek and solid metal frame, switchable graphics, and long-lasting battery. The VPC-EA36FMW's uses a plastic chassis, but it supplies a number of useful features you won't find on the Asus, including Intel Wireless Display (WiDi), WiMax, and Blu-ray drive. Depending on what you need or desire from your next laptop, we enthusiastically recommend either the Sony VAIO VPC-EA36FMW or Asus U45Jc-A1 among mainstream laptops, with a slight edge given to the Asus for its superior design and battery life.

Sony VAIO VPC-F136FM/B

Design

Perhaps the biggest flaw with the VAIO VPC-F136FM/B is its plain design. Its cover is basic matte black, bearing a metallic VAIO logo, and the inside is all gray, all the time, except for the black chiclet keys comprising both the main keyboard and the 10-key numpad that is also included. There are also five grey media-control buttons above the top row of the keyboard. Of course, media center laptops intend for you to focus on what's on the screen rather than what the body looks like, and the VPC-F136FM/B doesn't fail on that score. The 16.4-inch display is bright, and its 1,600 by 900 resolution is more than sufficient for viewing high-resolution photos or watching movies in up to 720p HD. The system as a whole is on the modest side, measuring 1.6 by 15.3 by 10.4 inches (HWD) and weighs 6.5 pounds, so the display and what you can do with it will really stand out.

Sony VAIO VPC-F1190X

Sony has given up on its 18.4-inch media center—the AW series—as demand for it has weakened and customers are having a tough time find room such a colossal laptop. But a successor has already been chosen: the Sony VAIO VPC-F1190X ($1,645 direct). This laptop isn't nearly as large as its predecessor, but it's just as powerful, if not more. Indeed, the sum of all its parts—a quad-core Core i7 processor, 4GB of DDR3 memory (upgradeable to 8GB), and discrete Nvidia graphics—is more powerful than any current or past Sony laptop. It even features a new wireless technology developed by Sony, called TransferJet.

Sony VAIO VGN-CS190

I've seen my share of pink laptops, but nothing epitomizes "pretty in pink" like the Sony VAIO VGN-CS190 that I reviewed. Clearly it's aimed at those who can't get enough of the color. (Luckily, it also comes in red, white, and black versions.) Although its drop-dead-gorgeous design is its focal point, the CS190 is also highly configurable. You can dress it up with the best parts and pay a hefty price, or budget yourself and still get a Blu-ray-equipped laptop for around $1,200, as is the case with this review unit.

There are other nifty design elements in the interior as well. The touch-sensitive buttons—the playback and volume controls—simulate white scanning lights when pressed. For some reason, it calls to mind the scanning lights on the front grille of KITT, the artificially intelligent car from the Knight Rider series.

Sony VAIO VGN-AW190

Plenty of laptops offer a vibrant, saturated picture that's pleasing to the eye, but if your livelihood depends on color accuracy above all else, most of these systems just won't cut it. Most photographers and graphic designers use external monitors to achieve color accuracy, but Sony is hoping to change that with the high-priced VAIO VGN-AW190 ($3,219 direct). Professionals won't mind emptying their wallets, however, when they find out that the color reproduction on this laptop's high-definition, Adobe RGB-compatible display is unparalleled. For the average user, though, the fully loaded HP HDX18t, priced at $2,000, may be a more well-rounded media center option.

Sony Vaio YB Series gets AMD E-450 Dual-Core Processor

Sony has announced a new updated version of VAIO YB Series laptop, the Sony Vaio YBVPCYB35KX/B. This updated version is powered by a 1.65GHz AMD E-450 dual-core processor, 4GB DDR3-1333 memory, 500GB hard drive (5400rpm), and a Radeon HD 6310 graphics.

Sony unveiled VAIO SE and SA Series laptops

Sony officially announced two new VAIO S Series lineup, the VAIO SE and VAIO SA. They are comes in 15.5-inch LED backlit Full HD display display with 1920 x 1080 resolution and 13.3-inch LED backlit display with resolution of 1600×900 pixels display, respectively.

Sony VAIO S Series 15.5-inch Laptop

The newly VAIO S series laptop has brings an 15.5-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080) LED-backlit display that features a casing made out of magnesium and aluminum, and with  two colors option including ่et black and platinum silver.

The 15.5-inch VAIO S Series laptop is boast up to Intel Core i7 processor, up to 1TB of storage space (HDD and SSD options), and integrated Intel HD 3000 graphics

Sony VAIO Z Series 13.1-inch Ultra-Thin Laptop

The ultra-thin Sony VAIO Z Series laptop has a aluminum and carbon fiber body, and included the Power Media Dock. It’s just 0.66 inches thickness and weight 2.5 lbs. The Sony Vaio Z laptop is powered by an Intel Core i5-2410M/2540M or i7-2620M processor, Intel HD 3000 graphics, 4/6/8GB of RAM, up to dual 256GB (512GB) solid state drive, and a 13.1-inch display with a resolution of 1600 x 900 or 1920 x 1080 pixels.

Other feature of VAIO Z include a 1.3 megapixel webcam, 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1, Intel Wireless Display 2.0 , optional 3G, fingerprint reader, USB 3.0 and HDMI ports, up to 8 hours of battery life, and Windows 7 64bit pre-installed.

The Power Media Dock for Sony VAIO Z packs an AMD Radeon HD 6650M graphics card with 1GB memory, optical drive (DVD or Blu-ray), two USB 2.0 ports, one 3.0 port, D-Sub and HDMI outputs.

Specifications Processor Intel Core i5-2410M processor (2.30GHz / 2.90GHz3 with Turbo Boost) Intel Core i5-2540M processor (2.60GHz / 3.30GHz3 with Turbo Boost) Intel Core i7-2620M processor (2.70GHz / 3.40GHz3 with Turbo Boost) Main Memory 4GB (2GB x2 fixed onboard) DDR3-SDRAM-1333 6GB (4GB x1 + 2GB x1 fixed onboard) DDR3-SDRAM-1333 8GB (4GB x2 fixed onboard) DDR3-SDRAM-1333 Hard Disk 128GB (64GB x2) solid state drive with RAID 0 256GB (128GB x2) solid state drive with RAID 0 512GB (256GB x2) solid state drive with RAID 0 Graphic system Intel HD Graphics 3000 (internal) AMD Radeon HD 6650M (1GB) in Power Media Dock (included) Display 13.1" LED backlit display (1600 x 900) 13.1" LED backlit Full HD display (1920 x 1080) Webcamera 1.3 MegaPixel Optical Disc Drive Slot-load optical drives available in Power Media Dock (included) CD/DVD player / burner Blu-ray Disc player (CD/DVD player / burner capable) Blu-ray Disc player / burner (CD/DVD player / burner capable) Sound Intel High Definition Audio with Dolby Home Theater Technology v4 Wireles 802.11b/g/n Intel Wireless Display 2.0 technology Bluetooth Bluetooth Integrated Stereo A2DP (2.1 + EDR) 3G optional Input/Output Port Gigabit Ethernet port (RJ45) HDMI output Headphone output Docking station port (supports USB 2.0/3.0 compatible devices) USB 2.0 x1 VGA output Expansion Slots Memory Stick PRO Duo media slot SD memory card slot Security fingerprint reader Operating System Genuine Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit Genuine Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64-bit Genuine Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit Battery Estimated battery life with internal battery (4000mAh, included) Default Settings: Up to 8 hours Max. Brightness: Up to 7 hours Estimated combined battery life with sheet battery (4400mAh, sold separately) Default Settings: Up to 16 hours Max. Brightness: Up to 14 hours Dimensions 13.0" (W) x 0.66" (H) x 8.27" (D) Weight 2.5 lbs. (with standard battery, 4000mAh) Warranty 1 year limited warranty Price start at $1969.99 at the Sony Online Store

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Sony Vaio Z Series Ultrathin Laptop with Power Media Dock

Sony has official announced its Vaio Z Series laptop, the new VAIO Z Series is created for mobile professionals, ultra-desirable styling, premium carbon fibre with no-compromise specifications and innovative productivity features.

At just below 1.2kg and 16.65mm slim, the new Sony VAIO Z laptop is powered by a 2.7GHz Intel Core i7-2620M processor, 8GB of DDR3 RAM, 256GB of solid state drive, and Intel HD 3000 graphics.

The VAIO Z Series equipped with a 13.1-inch display with a resolution of 1600 x 900 or 1920 x 1080 pixels, 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1, 3G, fingerprint reader, USB 3.0 port, HDMI port and a 1.3 megapixel webcam. It is pre-loaded with Windows 7 Professional 64bit SP1 OS.

The Power Media Dock of Sony VAIO Z has a DVD or Blu-ray optical drive, a Radeon HD 6650M discrete graphics with 1GB of memory, USB 2.0/3.0 port, VGA and HDMI outputs.

The laptop’s internal lithium polymer battery provides power for up to 7 hours on-the-go computing, while the optional sheet battery boosting stamina to up to 14 hours for day-and-night working.

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Sony VAIO E and C Series Laptops with new colors

Sony VAIO E Series and VAIO C Series. The new VAIO E Series laptops delivers both, plus entertainment and connectivity options, at a price the everyday user can afford. The VAIO C Series laptops get portability, performance and multimedia entertainment.

The Sony VAIO E Series are packing a 14-, 15- and 17.3-inch display, the E Series is powered by a 2nd generation Intel Core i3 or i5 processor with Intel Hyper-Threading and Turbo Boost technology 2.0, while also boasts an AMD E-350 Dual Core Processor with AMD Mobility Radeon HD 6130 graphics for the 15.5-inch model.

The VAIO E Series 14-inch and 15.5-inch models are available in four stunning colors— midnight blue, glacier white, charcoal black and blush pink — while the 17.3-inch model comes in charcoal black and glacier white. The VAIO E Series laptops are available for pre-order starting June 19 and will be priced starting at $550.

The Sony VAIO C Series laptops comes in 14-inch and 15.5-inch model. The VAIO C Series is boasts a second generation Intel Core i5 processor (select models), Blu-ray Disc drive (select models) and AMD Radeon HD 6630M 1GB Hybrid graphics (select models). The C Series are equipped with a HD webcam with an Exmor sensor, a backlit keyboard (on select models), WiDi support, and a battery life of up to nine  (14-inch model) or eight (15.5-inch model) hours.

The VAIO C Series laptops are available in two new colors, Neon Red and Thunder Blue. Pricing for VAIO C Series laptops starts at $550.

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Sony VAIO Z21 13.3-Inch Laptop

This laptop is based on Intel’s Huron River platform.
The Sony Vaio Z21 is powered by Intel Core i5-2410M or the Core i7-2620M processors, a 13.1-inch (1600 x 900) LED-backlit display, 4GB or 8GB of memory, a 128GB or 256GB solid state drive, WLAN, Bluetooth, 3G, a fingerprint reader, one USB 3.0 connector, and a 3D output, an HD webcam, and runs Windows 7 Professional.

The recommended price of Sony VAIO Z21 Series laptop is starting from €1.809, €2.199, €2.449, and €2.839 respectively.

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Sony VAIO S Series 13.3-inch Ultraportable Laptop

The Sony VAIO S Series ultraportable laptop is powered by an Intel Core i5-2410M/2520M or Core i7-2620M CPU, up to 8GB of DDR3 SDRAM, up to 640GB HDD or 512GB/1TB SSD, a 512MB Radeon HD 6470M or 1GB Radeon HD 6630M graphics card.

Sony VAIO S Series packs a 13.3-inch display with 1366 x 768 or 1600 x 900 resolution, DVD or Blu-ray drive, a HD webcam, Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11 b/g/n WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1, an USB 3.0 ports, an SD card slot, and a HDMI output.

Specifications Processor Intel Core i5-2410M processor (2.30GHz / 2.90GHz3 with Turbo Boost) Intel Core i5-2520M processor (2.50GHz / 3.20GHz3 with Turbo Boost) Intel Core i7-2620M processor (2.70GHz / 3.40GHz3 with Turbo Boost) Main Memory Up to 8GB DDR3-SDRAM-1333 Hard Disk 320/500/750GB (5400rpm) hard drive 500GB (7200rpm) hard drive 128GB (128GB x1) solid state drive 256GB (128GB x2) solid state drive with RAID 0 512GB (256GB x2) solid state drive with RAID 0 1TB (512GB x2) solid state drive with RAID 0 Graphic system AMD Radeon HD 6470M GPU (512MB VRAM) hybrid graphics AMD Radeon HD 6630M (1GB VRAM) hybrid graphics Display 13.3″ display with LED backlight (1366 x 768) 13.3″ display with LED backlight (1600 x 900) Webcamera Built-in HD camera powered by Exmor sensor and microphone Optical Disc Drive CD/DVD player / burner Blu-ray Disc player (CD/DVD player / burner capable) Blu-ray Disc player / burner (CD/DVD player / burner capable) Sound Intel High Definition Audio with Dolby Home Theater Technology v3 Wireles 802.11b/g/n Intel Wireless Display 2.0 Bluetooth Bluetooth Integrated Stereo A2DP (2.1 + EDR) Input/Output Port 1 x USB 3.0 2 x USB 2.0 1 x Gigabit Ethernet port (RJ-45) 1 x HDMI output 1 x VGA output 1 x Headphone output Expansion Slots Memory Stick PRO Duo media slot SD memory card slot Operating System Genuine Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit Genuine Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64-bit Genuine Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit Battery Estimated Battery Life with Standard Battery (included) Estimated combined Battery Life with Extended Sheet Battery (sold separately) Dimensions 13.04″ (W) x 0.92″ (H) x 8.84″ (D) (with standard battery) Weight 3.6 lbs. (with standard battery) 4.8 lbs. (with extended sheet battery, sold separately) Warranty 1 year limited warranty Price start at $1,000 at the Sony Online Store

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