Windows 7 Vaio P reborn at Netbook prices?
Sony's Vaio P: Getting a new lease on life?
(Credit: CNET)One of the smallest, most pocketable ultraportables still remains the Sony Vaio P. We always liked its slim design and high-resolution screen...the problem was that it was far too expensive. That problem may be in the process of being rectified, according to reports that Verizon could be adding the Vaio P to its subsidized Netbook offerings this week. The cost? A mere $299, according to Gadgetmix and Phonearena. While that would require a 2-year contract, the original Vaio P cost around $1,000 at the beginning of 2009, making the subsidized price very appealing.
Even better, the P seems like it will be outfitted with a 160GB hard drive, 2GB of RAM, and Windows 7 Home Premium. While it will have to compete with other high-quality Verizon Netbook offerings like the HP Mini 311, the Vaio P is another high-design Netbook we wouldn't mind owning at the right price, especially with 3G built in.
If this is true, it seems like a nice move for both Sony and Verizon.
(Via Engadget)
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The Vaio P is truly the handheld, portable computer. Built-in data service makes it much better. I would prefer to carry this than a 10 or 12in Netbook to compliment my job-issued laptop. I won't need much space to use it (great for in-flight use).
Or, if they've discovered that the 1st generation vaio P was a complete and utter failure on account of being WAY overpriced AND unpowered, and are looking to dump these on poor suckers...
Well Frak Verizon and Sony then!
If this ends up with the 1.3GHz Intel Atom Intel Z520 or even the 1.6, NO ONE should get conned into getting this machine.
No if it were 2.0Hz....then we might be interested.
- by bigxav November 20, 2009 2:34 PM PST
- I would sure love a P for its portability, but yes, a better price, processor speed, and decent software wouls make the difference, at least for me.
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