Sony Announces New VAIO S Series for U.S. Release

Last month we speculated that the Japanese released newSony VAIO S Series would become available in the U.S. and thankfully that speculation is true. Introducing a widescreen display, generous keyboard and an integrated optical drive comprise Sony's next big thing in ultra-portable computing. VAIO® S series notebooks, announced today, sports all that and more within a thin, black case that weighs just about 4 pounds. The VAIO S Series will be available in July.

The VAIO S Series became available in Japan last month, here's a link to the Japanese Sony website where the VAIO S is currently selling and you can see product pictures: http://www.jp.sonystyle.com/Style-a/Product/S/index.html

Sony VAIO S Series

The latest addition to Sony's summer PC line, the S series breaks with convention by offering a 13.3-inch wide format display with XBRITE™ technology, Sony's exclusive high contrast display technology, for maximum viewing real estate in a minimal package. The full-sized keyboard offers room to work even in cramped quarters.

Powered by Intel® Centrino™ mobile technology, the VAIO S series is prepared to go the distance, delivering up to five hours of work time on a single charge. And integrated wireless access ensures mobile professionals are plugged in even when far from the office. The onboard combination CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive allows for the creation and playback of multimedia

"The S series is the ultimate survival tool for the mobile professional," said Mike Abary, general manager of VAIO product marketing for Sony Electronics. "Power, performance and a beautiful chassis about the size of a legal pad portfolio, this machine makes work a pleasure."

All S series notebooks come with a wealth of connectivity options, including two USB 2.0 ports, a Memory Stick® media slot, and an i.LINK® (IEEE 1394) digital interface for speedy, no-hassle transfer of digital content among a universe of compatible products. An optional port replicator is also available for easy cable management whether the machine is on a desk or out on the road.

Full Specifications Sheet: Sony VAIO S Series spec sheet

Availability and Pricing: The VAIO S series notebooks will be available next month at select retail outlets for about $2,000 and can also be purchased online at www.sonystyle.com in a variety of configurations.

 

YES! I'm waiting anxiously for this one and I'm glad its being released sooner than I thought.

 

I was also awaiting this but..
didn't earlier reviews mention 64 MB Video RAM ?
And doesn't this say 32 MB?

if it's 32, then i call this v505 the sequel and it not worth any enthusiasm.

 

<blockquote id='quote'> quote:<hr height='1' noshade id='quote'>Originally posted by sdnotebook

 

I looked over the spec sheet and noticed that there is NO BLUETOOTH- or did I miss it? I too am anxious to order one of these asap.[ !]

 

I don't see bluetooth either

I hope you are right an this is the low end model. Probly is since it's only $2000.