Today Sony showed off a few new VAIOs and finally some of the users prayers were answered – a backlit keyboard is featured in certain VAIO models.
Let’s start with a power-house VAIO F series. This one is great for HD enthusiasts. The F Series brings PC functionality solidly into the multi-media entertainment and gaming arena. The F Series will feature a 16:9 full HD display on select models, Blu-ray Disc playback throughout the line as well as an HDMI™ output for connecting to compatible HDTVs.
• 16.4-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio widescreen display; Up to Full HD (1920×1080)
• Intel® Core2Quad technology for sizzling performance
• Backlit keyboard (select models)
• HD multimedia powerhouse/ gaming notebook
• Blu-ray Disc™ playback and HDMI
Transfer Jet technology will also find its way into Sony’s VAIO notebook line, starting with the F Series. The TransferJet™ feature, a wireless high-speed data transfer technology that allows two TransferJet-enabled devices to communicate and transfer files simply by touching the TransferJet marks on each product together.
Joining the F Series is another new high-performance notebook, the Z Series, weighing in at just three pounds (with standard battery).
• 13.1-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio widescreen display with LED backlight
• Dynamic hybrid graphics—three modes: Auto, Speed, Stamina
• Backlit keyboard
• Noise cancelling headphone supplied for music and video conferencing
• Ultra-portable SSD notebook weighing under 3 lbs with durable carbon-fiber/aluminum chassis
Sony also introduced a new line to its VAIO family – the Y series. This is a very affordable light weight notebook with a nice battery stamina. Sort of a nice contender to the X series, only on the cheaper side:
• 13.3-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio widescreen display with LED backlight
• Less than 1.3 inch thin
• Up to 7 hours of standard battery life
• Both standard and large battery supplied for the total of 17 hours battery life (select models)
• HDMI™ output for enjoying movies, photos and more on a compatible HDTV
An updated VAIO W netbook also is here to grab your attention, as it is eco-friendly if that matters to you:
• 10.1-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio widescreen display with LED backlight (1366 x 768)
• Eco-friendly PC– chassis made from recycled plastic/ comes in carrying case using recyclable materials
• Functional keyboard with springy and responsive isolated keys
• Kidzui and Online Family Norton software to safely manage kids online activities
• Microsoft® Windows® 7 Starter operating system
Stay tuned for more hands on experience and other news in the VAIO world…
