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Great Yet Pricy Netbook
This beautiful netbook is THE BEST LAPTOP I HAVE EVER HAD! (emphasis on the never) This is my first Sony netbook that I purchased nearly a month ago, and so far, the only problems I have faced are unreliability at times when you are running pretty heavy applications. Also, the biggest con is the fact that this netbook comes with Windows 7 Starter edition. This edition is almost the same as the home premium but the only difference is the fact that you can't change the wallpaper in any way whatsoever (the default one is blue and pretty boring) as well as run the Media Center (which personally aren't big enough reasons to not buy this laptop). In addition to that, this laptop also is on the high end when it comes to price. After all the accessories and service plans, this netbook ended up costing me near $600 dollars. But then again, for Sony quality, that is NOTHING! I have always had hp or compaq laptops and they are horrid machines that look good, but on the inside, have absolutely NO quality. I have made the mistake of buying more than 9 compaq and hp laptops and have learned my lesson. Hewlett Packard is a company that deliberately makes laptops that get problems so you can buy more from them. Anyways, back to this netbook. The design is flawless, however, if you want to be picky, some light does seep through the VAIO logo on the front of the netbook. That is pretty much it. Take my advice and BUY this netbook. You will be the happiest Sony customer EVER!
April 8, 2010
*** STYLISH, RESPONSIVE, AND PORTABLE ***
This is the newest model (W211AX) of Sony's Netbooks and has a extended battery life. While others may complain of the battery- I like the fact that it elevates the netbook up towards you. Depending on the surfing you do- you may have a bit less battery life than advertised. I ordered the pink Vaio and couldn't be more pleased. It was everything I expected it to be and then some. The Track pad is reasonably sized and much larger than most. The screen clarity is amazing. My only complaint is where the speakers are situated for the volume. I simply resolved this issue on my own and use my ipod head phones when listening to sound. To the lower right of screen you may also adjust zoom level. Your options are 100, 125, and 150. If you do increase the zoom level- You do loose a bit of viewing and must scroll from side to side. The keyboard buttons are a bit elevated and makes it easier for typing. The only other downfall that I could say would be that the netbook only comes with Windows 7 Starter. With this program starter version you are unable to change desktop background. Bummer... I love that I can install my SD card and download my photos too. Perfect for web surfing, downloading pics, typing, emails, etc.
AMAZING LITTLE NETBOOK!!!!!!!!
SONY CONTINUES TO IMPROVE THEIR APPEARANCE, MODELS INTERIOR, AND STAND BY THE SONY NAME WITH EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE!!!!!!!!
March 1, 2010
Keyboard shortcomings, no 5GHz wifi, sound poor
Love Sony products, but on this one they screwed a few things up. For a touch typist, the right shift key is almost useless it is so small. Second issue on many of the newer Sony notebooks is that they went cheap on the WiFi and used a chipset which doesn't support 5GHz which means 2.4GHz devices like cordless phones interfere (mine ironically is a Sony!). My older Sony had both 2.4GHz and 5GHz. Sony spend another $2 on a mini WiFi board that supports both. Sound quality is poor, with completely inadequate volume. Sure, you can put your ear up to the keyboard, but come on ! Sony are you listening ? Considered returning 2 Sony laptops just bought because of WiFi issues.
February 21, 2010
PERFECT MINI
This is my third laptop within 3 years but it is my first Sony, and my first Mini. It works great and is the perfect laptop for any college students. Long enough battery life to last you the whole school day...even if you're a high school students it'll last you all of your classes with probably some life to spare. Very quite processor, fan on side which prevents it from heating up as quickly. Bigger battery helps it stand so even if fan was on bottom it would be elevated. Very sleek, fast, and every college students best friend...if you have one.
P.S. If you're debating between this and an HP Mini 210 or a Compaq, or an Acer, or even a Toshiba. Newsflash! This is WAY better!
February 18, 2010
