VAIO® Active Pen

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Write and draw on your VAIO® | Flip PC, Duo 13 or Tap 11 touchscreen display with the pressure sensitive Active Pen. Jot down key points during lectures and sketch ideas at meetings using this pen-like stylus. From basic note taking to creating your digital masterpiece, Active Pen is the perfect PC companion.

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Product Specifications

Power
- Battery Type : LR8D425 (SIZE AAAA) alkaline battery
- Battery Life : Approx. 18 months (alkaline batteries)¹
Weights and Measurements
- Dimensions (Approx.) : Approx. 138.5 x 9.5 mm (5.5 x 0.4 in) (length x diameter)(excluding projections)
- Weight (Approx.) : Approx. 20 g (0.8 oz) (including battery)

Features

:: Natural writing; The Active Pen delivers precise performance allowing you to write, draw, and tap the touchscreen effortlessly. With every stroke, the Active Pen captures even the most subtle nuances of pressure, allowing you to adjust line weight, brush size, and more by pressing harder or softer with the pen. When the pen is near the screen, the touch sensors are turned off so you can maintain a comfortable writing position, even laying your palm on the PC. Two tips are included, allowing you to simulate working with a variety of traditional art and design materials.
:: Just like paper; Jot down key points during lectures and sketch ideas at meetings using the pen-like stylus. Feel how fluid and accurate it is on screen, just like writing on paper. Take a photo of a textbook or report and slip it into your favorite note taking application to edit your content.
:: Software; From basic note taking to creating your digital masterpiece there are a variety of applications included on compatible VAIO® computers that take advantage of the Active Pen technology. ArtRage® Studio is a stylish, intuitive painting and drawing package that makes it easy to produce natural looking artwork on your computer. Its wide range of artistic tools lets you get right down to the creative process without forcing you to learn complex or technical controls.
:: More Control; Included left/right click buttons trigger specific actions on-screen (erase, etc., note: application dependent)
:: Compatibility; For use with: VAIO® | Flip PC, VAIO® Duo 13, VAIO® Tap 11 PCs

Rated 2.5 out of 5 by 11 reviewers.

Rated 3 out of 5 by Reikenan Love it and Hate it I love this pen in many ways, as it works well with a photoshop-like program called Clip Studio. Though I have my main problem, the durability. The Pen that came with my Duo 13's nib had cracked. The Metal internal would scratch my screen so I decided to get another one, because I lost the other Nib that came with package (Family threw it out without my consent; looks like a chipped piece of plastic to them). The new pen flawlessly connected to my Computer. However, the clip became loose, and while using it the entire piece above the clip came off. I can glue it, but it shows you the durability issue again. Then because the clip was gone, it rolled easily off the table, once again chipping the nib. Without noticing, I scratched my screen quite badly, though I was fortunate that I had a screen protector. I'm getting it replaced for the third time in the year, though I did apply for Sony care when I bought the second pen. I really do suggest, Sony, sell the individual nibs. It will save people the hassle of paying $40 for a tiny plastic NIB. Other than that even though it's way below Par from Wacom, it gets the job done quite efficiently for the price compare to Wacom. June 12, 2014

Rated 4 out of 5 by MattJohnson Great Pen! I love this pen, it is a great weight and size, and very good for digital artwork on a Vaio Flip 15A. I would like to see a smoother performing nib, as this one is a little bit rough on the screen it seems. I plan to experiement with some other nibs and see what kind of results I get. Otherwise, I love it! January 7, 2014

Rated 1 out of 5 by WillSann Poor quality I have gone through 3 of these pens. The first one i lost it, which i guess is my foul, however, the lack of proper storage for the pen in the ultrabook will inevitable makes this happen. The second one simply die, then I got another and this one die only after a month. Try changing the battery, the tip, nothing work. It's also death. Sony seems to be out of stock on this one, and there is not sign of them bringing it back. This amount other issues makes me regret buying the Duo 13 October 25, 2014

Rated 5 out of 5 by Sony4 Absolute companion to Duo 11 and 13 I can't imagine trying to use my PC without this pen. Unlike most stylus, this stylus pen is extremely accurate (not big round rubber tip like most stylus out there). If you want the accuracy of a pen/pencil on your screen, there is nothing like it out there! February 11, 2014

Rated 5 out of 5 by Kaos4267 Well worth the Money I do a lot of drawing and this is the best pen I've ever Used, hands down!!! January 30, 2014

Rated 2 out of 5 by BestNickEver Almost Best Ever The feel of the pen is great and I love the pen. The only problem is the lack of support for the pen. There is barley any pressure sensitivity and you don't have any control over the buttons. This could be an awesome pen if there was more personalization with the buttons and more pressure sensitive apps like photoshop and zbrush and other art programs January 31, 2014

Rated 2 out of 5 by 9271 Not accurate Got this for the Vaio Flip 14, it is not as accurate as I expected it to be. Also, no way to attach this overpriced pen to the computer. April 16, 2014

Rated 1 out of 5 by nedwards worst stylus in the world? totally unergonomic almost impossible to find the buttons totally unprogrammable one button calls up a useless Sony program does not even do a right-click in all circumstances -ne January 24, 2014

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:: 1. This estimate is based on four hours of use per day. This may vary depending on usage environment.

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