Sony Expands VAIO Ultrabook Line With Larger Model
Sony is expanding its VAIO T Series Ultrabook line with a new touch-enabled 39.5cm (15.5") model with Full HD.
The Windows 8 ultrabook is packed into a slim aluminium and magnesium design and is available with an optical drive and full backlit keyboard with numerical keypad.
It also incorporates a wealth of connections and features such as Rapid Wake for fast power-up, a hybrid 500GB HDD +24SSD, long battery life of up to 6 hours and full set of interfaces including USB3.0, HDMI, VGA, Ethernet and SD Card. The T Series 15 also integrates Sony?s digital imaging and audio technologies.
The new model weighs 2.34kg and is available now with 3rd generation Intel Core i3-3227U, i5-3337U and i7-3537U processors starting at $770, $950 and $1,150, respectively.
It also incorporates a wealth of connections and features such as Rapid Wake for fast power-up, a hybrid 500GB HDD +24SSD, long battery life of up to 6 hours and full set of interfaces including USB3.0, HDMI, VGA, Ethernet and SD Card. The T Series 15 also integrates Sony?s digital imaging and audio technologies.
The new model weighs 2.34kg and is available now with 3rd generation Intel Core i3-3227U, i5-3337U and i7-3537U processors starting at $770, $950 and $1,150, respectively.
Configuration
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Processor
- 3rd gen Intel Core i3-3227U processor (1.90GHz)
- 3rd gen Intel Core i5-3337U (1.80GHz / 2.70GHz with Turbo Boost)
- 3rd gen Intel Core i7-3537U (2.00GHz / 3.10GHz with Turbo Boost)
Operating System
- Windows 8 64-bit
- Windows 8 Pro 64-bit
Color Options
- Silver Mist
Memory
- 4GB (4GB fixed onboard + 1 open slot) DDR3-1600MHz
- 6GB (4GB fixed onboard + 2GB removable) DDR3-1600MHz
- 8GB (4GB fixed onboard + 4GB removable) DDR3-1600MHz
Hard Drive
- 500GB (5400rpm) + 24GB hybrid hard drive
- 750GB (5400rpm) + 24GB hybrid hard drive
- 1TB (5400rpm) + 24GB hybrid hard drive
- 128GB (128GB x1) solid state drive
- 256GB (256GB x1) solid state drive
- 512GB (512GB x1) solid state drive
Power
- Estimated battery life with internal battery (4050mAh, included)
- Up to 4 hours 15 minutes
- Memory Stick PRO Duo media slot
- SD memory card slot
Expansion Slots
Communications
- Wi-Fi wireless networking (802.11b/g/n)
- 1000 BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet LAN
- Bluetooth (4.0 + HS)
Security
- SymantecValidation and ID Protection service (VIP)
- Intel Identity Protection Technology
- Intel Anti-Theft Technology
Hardware
- QWERTY keyboard, 103 keys with 1.2mm stroke and 19.05mm pitch
- 10-key numeric pad
- Clickable touchpad (gesture supported)
- Built-in 1.3MP HD web camera powered by Exmorfor PC and microphone
- VAIO, WEB, and ASSIST buttons
Ports
- Gigabit Ethernet port (RJ-45)
- HDMIoutput
- Headphone output
- USB 2.0 x1
- USB 3.0 x1 (charging)
- VGA output
Multimedia
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Display
- 15" LED backlit touch display (1920 x 1080)
Graphics
- Intel HD Graphics 4000
Optical Drive
- CD/DVD player / burner
- Blu-ray Discplayer (CD/DVD player / burner capable)
- Blu-ray Disc player/burner (CD/DVD player / burner capable)
Audio
- Intel High Definition Audio with xLOUD and Clear Phase technology
Software & Support
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Software
- Kaspersky Internet Security (30-day trial
- Microsoft Office 2013 trial
- VegasMovie Studio HD Platinum
- ACID Music Studio
- Sound ForgeAudio Studio
- ArtRage Studio
Sony Original Software
- PlayMemories Home
- VAIO Care
Service & Warranty Information
- 1 year limited warranty with onsite/in-home servic
- 1 year toll-free 24/7 technical telephone assistance
- 1 year international service plan available
Weights and Measurements
- 5.18 lbs. (with internal battery, 3760mAh)
- 14.92" (W) x 0.90" (H) x 10.04" (D)