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Sony NW-MS70D: iPod Killer or Expensive Paper Weight?

Published on November 1, 2003 to Home Theater

Spending that little bit extra on a Sony product usually means the purchase offers a high minimum standard of quality. This is the case for Sony's new NW-MS70D, part of Sony's "Network Walkman" line. While it will not take out the iPod, the NW-MS70D is certainly not just an expensive paperweight, either. Read more

Sony's Sizzling UX180P Micro PC Reviewed

Published on July 25, 2006 to Notebooks and Laptops

Sony's VAIO VGN-UX180P packs a lot of functionality into a very small package. The good news is that almost everything works flawlessly. If you're looking for brilliant design and near perfect execution, this Sony's for you. Sony wins our Editors Choice Award for the UX180P. Read more

Sony's Tiny Mylo Internet Communicator Challenges Nokia 770

Published on August 15, 2006 to Smartphones

Nokia's WiFi powered 770 was the first small Internet based personal communication device. With its Mylo personal communicator Sony stakes out its claim in this newly developing product area. Read more

Sony HDR-FX1: High Definition Video Has Arrived!

Published on February 9, 2005 to Digital Still Cameras

High-definition camcorders are finally here! The Sony HDR-FX1 is the first consumer digital video camera capable of shooting in 1080 lines of resolution with a 16:9 native aspect ratio. We take a look at just how much of a leap image quality has just taken. Read more

Sleek, Black and Storing More: 8 GB Players From LG and Sony

Published on August 17, 2006 to Home Theater

Mary Branscombe looks at two 8 GB players from Sony and LG and finds one a clear winner on sound, the other on versatility. Read more

Sony DSC-R1: Going After SLRs

Published on March 10, 2006 to Digital Still Cameras

Bridge cameras look like SLRs but use a fixed lens and electronic viewfinder. They are popular with many amateurs, but are also often criticized for the small size of their sensors, which makes it hard to control depth of field and results in noise at high sensitivity settings. Sony is the first manufacturer to go beyond those limitations with their R1. Should you rush out to buy one? Read more

Goodbye Sony VAIO T, Hello VAIO TX Part 1

Published on December 12, 2005 to Notebooks and Laptops

Given the iconic status of Sony's Vaio T series, the electronics giant had its work cut out for it in designing a worthy successor. Sony has risen to the challenge, by honing in on the basics with its Vaio TX line of laptops: their light weight, LED backlighting, long battery life and sleek design do not disappoint. Read more

Sony HDR-HC1: A Quantum Leap For Video Buffs

Published on March 30, 2006 to Digital Still Cameras

Sony's smallest HD video camera costs upwards of $1,200, but is the way to go for serious amateur videographers looking to raise the level of their game. Read more

Innovative Sony Laptop Is King of the Lightweight Hill

Published on August 29, 2005 to Notebooks and Laptops

Sony's 3 pound VAIO VGN-T350P is the current lightweight laptop champion, featuring several firsts for a very small mobile computer. Read more

Sony PSP: Frustratingly Beautiful

Published on April 25, 2005 to Video Game Related Topics

At a time when most of the major players in digital leisure are moving towards convergent solutions, Sony has launched the PSP, a portable multimedia console that couldn't be more proprietary. Beautiful to look at and stuffed with the latest technology, it's undeniably attractive - which only makes its flaws and limitations all the more infuriating. Read more

Goodbye Sony VAIO T, Hello VAIO TX Part 2

Published on December 15, 2005 to Notebooks and Laptops

In Part 1 we told you about the technology and impressive features of Sony's new TX line, including a lightweight carbon fiber-based case and an LED backlit screen. Sony claims that LED backlighting and other features provide significantly extended battery life. Here we test these claims and measure other TX performance characteristics. Read more

Sony and JVC Take Different Tacks in the High-End Camcorder Gamut

Published on May 19, 2004 to Digital Still Cameras

Two high-end camcorders from JVC and Sony address the same user market at a pricepoint of more than $4,000, but utilize different sensor technologies. Sony's DCR-VX2100 is based on the DV standard with three primary sensors, while JVC's GR-PD1 utilizes only a single CCD sensor. THG determines which approach reigns supreme. Read more