Sony today introduced two notebookswith Blu-ray Disc(TM) technology the VAIO(R) NS and CS models. The newly announced notebooks are part of the company's NS and CS series, and have been designed to provide an impressive high-definition quality.
"With these new units, Sony is now offering consumers a host ofmulti-media PC options to choose from," said Mike Abary, senior vice presidentof VAIO product marketing at Sony Electronics. "And with a starting price ofaround $1,000 for the NS model, we're expecting a new audience to experienceHD entertainment on their computers."
The VAIO NS notebook features an optional Blu-ray Disc-ROM drive that isideal for viewing HD content. It also has the added convenience of DVD and CDread/write functionalities. The PC is equipped with a 15.4-inch (measured diagonally) widescreendisplay, and Sony's own XBRITE-ECO(TM) LCD technology for sharp details andvivid colors.
The NS model easily accesses your music, movies and the Internet. Itsintegrated A/V mode features a dedicated menu, putting entertainment withineasy reach by letting you select up to nine programs, such as a favorite website, from one location.
Equipped with an Intel Core 2 Duo T5800 processor, it can support a maximum of 4GB of DDR2 memory. The notebook weighs approximately 6.4lbs with standard battery, and comes with a Microsoft Windows Vista Home OS. It will be available for prices ranging from $650 for the basic model, and $1,000 for the Blu-Ray-equipped versions.
The VAIO CS notebook is available in four glossy colors sangria,cosmopolitan, dove and black. A standard black matte finish is also available. The unit is equipped with a 14.1-inch widescreen display andXBRITE-ECO(TM) LCD technology for sharp images. Matched with an optionalBlu-ray Disc-ROM drive, the CS model is ideal for watching HD entertainmenton-the-go.
Its instant A/V mode lets you kick off your entertainment with ease. Gostraight to watching a movie, playing music, or viewing photos with the touchof a button. A built-in A/V slide control also lets you control all functions(play, pause, rewind, fast-forward, stop, eject, etc.) all with one-touch ease.
The CS model will start at about $920, while the BD model will go foraround $1,070.
