Sony VAIO Lifestyle VGN-P688E/Q 8-Inch Laptop Latest Review
October 19, 2009 by Han Dingchao
Filed under Computer, Sony
Sony VAIO VGN-P688E/Q is our topic today, why? Because it is a very cool mini laptop, more and more people are talking about it, and what’s more important is it has been a bestselling Sony laptop on Amazon, so I feel I should share it with you guys today. Well, let’s find out what’s really cool in this mini laptop.
The Sony VAIO Lifestyle VGN-P688E/Q is a 8-inch laptop with an Intel Processor (1.33GHz), 2GB of RAM & built-in Bluetooth technology, 64GB Serial ATA Solid State Drive & Integrated Mobile Broadband and Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium 32-bit OS. This is terrific for a mini laptop, we are satisfied with such a cool configuration.
The Sony VAIO VGN-P688E/Q is about the size of a business envelope and roughly as thin as a cell phone, it weighs just 1.4 pounds and is small enough to slip into a jacket pocket or handbag. But more than just offering easy mobility, the Sony VAIO Lifestyle VGN-P688E/Q is packed full of advanced computing, communication, and location capabilties. This version of the Lifestyle PC (model P688E/Q) comes in onyx black, but it’s also available emerald green, garnet red, crystal white, and gold. Now you see how good it is.
The Sony VAIO VGN-P688E/Q laptop incorporates built-in wireless WAN 3G Mobile Broadband, 802.11n Wi-Fi and Bluetooth technologies. You can toggle among various wireless options for the most efficient connection–Wi-Fi for working at a coffee shop; Bluetooth for peripherals; and Mobile Broadband service on the Verizon Wireless nationwide network when traveling outside the reach of hotspots.
As a popular Sony laptop, the Sony VAIO VGN-P688E/Q comes with loads of impressive features, let’s have a look.
Features & Specs:
- 8-inch XBRITE-ECO LED-backlit screen with 1600 x 768-pixel high-def resolution
- 1.33 GHz Intel processor with 512 KB L2 cache and 533 MHz front-side bus (FSB)
- 64 GB solid state drive is free of moving parts and designed to last longer than a conventional spinning hard drive. Plus, solid state drives are almost two times faster than conventional drives.
- 2 GB of RAM (533 MHz) maximizes capacity
- Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 500 with up to 760 MB of shared video memory
- Built-in real-time GPS lets you navigate even the most unfamiliar places with ease–no internet connection required.
- MOTION EYE webcam and microphone lets you quickly snap photos and video chat with friends and family.
- Verizon Wireless Mobile Broadband Built-In for constant connection on the go and no additional wireless card needed (broadband internet service required).
- Draft-N Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g/n) for greater speed and range
- Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity enables you to communicate and synchronize with Bluetooth-enabled peripherals such as PDAs and cell phones as well as enjoy wireless stereo music streaming (thanks to its embedded A2DP profile).
- Intel High Definition Audio with headphone output
- Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (32-bit) operating system
- Up to 4 hours of battery life
- Dimensions: 9.7 x 4.8 x 0.8 inches (WxDxH)
- Weight: 1.4 pounds
Of course, these are just the main features this mini laptop offers, you’ll find out more cool features when you get the laptop.
Price as Reviewed: As low as $880.72 from CostCentral.com
This is a reasonable price for such a Sony laptop, people are glad to accept it, but I think it could be a little bit lower, so more people can afford it.
So what’s your opinion on the Sony VAIO Lifestyle VGN-P688E/Q 8-Inch Laptop?
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