CNET.com
Reviewed August 24, 2009
Attempting to create a premium-priced version of a Netbook, Sony has added an HD display to the Vaio W. It's an attractive step-up package, but the internal components are the same as are in cheaper models.
| Editor's Rating: | 6.7
Good
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| The good: | High-res display; cool color combos; typical high-quality Sony construction and design. |
| The bad: | Poor battery life; better display adds a $100 premium; smallish keyboard; loud fan. |
| The bottom line: | Attempting to create a premium-priced version of a Netbook, Sony has added an HD display to the Vaio W. It's an attractive step-up package, but the internal components are the same as are in cheaper models. |
