Sony VAIO VGN-P530H/W 8.0" Lifestyle PC - Crystal White

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★★★★☆
4.3

 

Pros

  • Lightweight (2)
  • Both windows and linux op (1)
  • Comfortable keyboard (1)
  • Easy to carry (1)
  • Quality display (1)
  • Sharp looking (1)
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Cons

  • A bit sluggish (1)
  • Gps not user friendly (1)
  • Lack of written manual (1)
  • Small font (1)

Best Uses

  • Internet (1)
  • Internetemail access (1)
  • Skype (1)
  • Video (1)
  • Web browsing (1)
  • Word processing (1)
 
 
 

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Make A Statement - Fashionable and flashy, this ultra-portable Lifestyle PC makes a statement wherever you go. Truly Mobile - About as thin as most cell phones, the 1.5 lb. (with battery) VAIO Lifestyle PC is a cinch to tote. The Latest Operating System - Enjoy a full-featured PC experience with Genuine Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium 32-bit. On-The-Go Storage - Store your documents and media files on the go with the Lifestyle PC's 60GB hard drive, powered by an Intel (1.33GHz) processor with 2GB installed system memory. Dynamic Display - Get the web browsing experience you've always wanted on this 8 in. (diagonal) LED backlit XBRITE-ECO ultra-wide display. User-Friendly - Designed to be as functional as it is gorgeous, the keyboard offers a user-friendly touch and feel that makes for easy typing. Wireless Freedom - Browse the web in more places with integrated 3G mobile broadband connectivity. Built-In Navigation - Built-in real-time GPS lets you navigate even the most unfamiliar places with ease - no internet connection required. Bluetooth Compatible - Extend the reach of your PC with A2DP Bluetooth technology, ideal for streaming uncompromised CD-quality stereo music to Bluetooth -enabled speakers or headphones. Stay connected on America's largest and most reliable 3G network with Verizon Wireless Mobile Broadband Built-In. (Disclaimer: Verizon Wireless Mobile Broadband Coverage not available everywhere; network details & coverage maps at verizonwireless.com. For other questions, call 888-558-8246 or visit www.sony.com/vaio3g.). Includes:Standard Capacity Lithium-Ion Battery; AC Adapter; Power Cable; (2) Spare Pointing Stick Caps; Display/LAN Adapter

Specification Description
Model VGN-P530H/W, VGNP530H/W
UPC 027242760516
Connection - For External Display Analog 1
Connection - Media Card Reader Yes
Connection - RJ45 Yes
Connection - Sound Out
Connection - USB 2
Connection - Video Out
Connection - Wireless Bluetooth Yes
Connection - Wireless Network 802.11 802.11n
Hard Drive (GB) 60
Manufacturer’s Warranty - Hardware 1 Year
Memory - Processing RAM included 2GB
Memory - Processing RAM Maximum 2GB
Operating System Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic
Processor Intel Atom
Screen Resolution - Maximum 1600x768
Screen Size (Inches/Diagonal) 8
Software Pre-Installed by Manufacturer
Unit Weight - Approximate with Battery 1.5
Wireless Capability Built-in

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Last update: May 18, 2009

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Sony VAIO VGN-P530H/W 8.0" Lifestyle PC - Crystal White Review

Hope your eyesight is good.

★★★☆☆
3.0

    Pros

  • Both Windows and Linux Op
  • Easy to carry
  • Lightweight
  • Sharp looking

    Cons

  • GPS not user friendly
  • Lack of written manual
  • Small font

    Best Uses

  • Internet
  • Skype
 

"The computer is beautiful and the size and weight are great. The problem is that unlike other netbooks, the screen is wide and narrow causing even the use of 120 DPI font to be hard to read. The Instant On function seems to have no way to increase the font size. I use reading glasses and even with …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Feb 11 2009
Karate Mom
Asheville, NC
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Sony VAIO VGN-P530H/W 8.0" Lifestyle PC - Crystal White Review

Small form factor, terrible performance

★★☆☆☆
2.0

"Someone purchased this same "not a netbook" netbook for me about two months ago (I don't care what Sony says, this is a netbook). This is by far the best looking netbook on the market and one of the smallest. It is also compatible with WWAN, has GPS, built-in bluetooth, a high resolution screen that …"  Read Full Review »

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Sony VAIO VGN-P530H/W 8.0" Lifestyle PC - Crystal White Review

Ultra-portable but limited long-timeuse

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable Keyboard
  • Lightweight
  • Quality Display

    Cons

  • A bit sluggish

    Best Uses

  • Internetemail access
  • Video
  • Web Browsing
  • Word Processing
 

"very handy for having easy very portable

access to internet/email/skype. Very stylish and full size keyboard buttons great. Would have liked a larger HHD and slightly more speed for the price. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Apr 28 2009
Nicky
South Africa
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Sony VAIO VGN-P530H/W 8.0" Lifestyle PC - Crystal White Review

Slow

★★☆☆☆
2.0

"Slow slow slow, did I say slow, enough said. "

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Apr 5 2009
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Sony VAIO VGN-P530H/W 8.0" Lifestyle PC - Crystal White Review

Don't listen to the previous reviewer

★★★★★
5.0

"Don't listen to the previous reviewer, with Vista tuned right(stopping services that don't need to run, aero off, readyboost enabled) this thing is very speedy.

If you need MORE speed, just install XP on it. It's not hard and the drivers are out there. I've put Windows 7 Beta on it and LOVE IT.



WIF …"  Read Full Review »

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Apr 7 2009
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