As part of its growth in the U.S., VAIO today announced the arrival of its new flagship notebook line, VAIO Z, which comes in flip (a two-in-one convertible) and clamshell models, and its subsequent standard model, VAIO S. The VAIO Z notebooks are lightweight (2.96 lb. for flip model and 2.58 lb. for clamshell model) notebooks for business professionals

They are equipped with Intel’s 6th generation 28W Skylake processor and offer battery life of up to 11 hours 30 minutes for flip model and 15 hours and 30 minutes for clamshell model.

The VAIO Z’s chassis utilizes aluminum and UD carbon. Its keyboard eliminates high frequency typing noises by fine-tuning the keycap tooling. The touchpad uses mica, a type of stone, and there is a special coating on the keyboard that eliminates unwanted smudges. The VAIO Z flip model comes with a 13.3" WQHD display, while the VAIO Z clamshell model comes with a 13.3" WQHD display or a 13.3" full HD display.

The VAIO Z flip model contains a rotating screen mechanism so users can adjust the notebook from a standard clamshell position to a tablet for digital notetaking. Moreover, the VAIO Z flip model has an eight megapixel high-resolution camera and CamScanner application. Finally, the VAIO Z flip model comes with a pressure sensitive digitizer stylus.

The VAIO S with a 13.3" full HD display is equipped with a molded magnesium alloy casing for durability. The casing is further reinforced by adding ribs to the designated points, which also brings improvement to the feel of keyboard and touch pad.

Standard analog RGB Output, HDMI Output, LAN Connector, USB 3.0 (x 3) means no lugging around a number of adapters while traveling. Plus, the portable AC adapter comes equipped with a USB port to charge your smartphone.

When the laptop is opened, the keyboard is automatically tilted, making it easier to type. The keyboard is equipped with the same keys as the VAIO Z for quiet typing. The touch pad comes with separate left and right buttons to avoid mistouch and it is aligned with the center of the keyboard for more natural typing. The VAIO S also comes with Microsoft's Signature Edition software which eliminates pre-installed bloatware.

Pricing for the VAIO Z clamshell model starts at $1,499, pricing for the VAIO Z flip model starts at $1,799, and the VAIO S starts at $1,099.

The VAIO Z flip model will be available for order starting February 8, 2016. The VAIO S and VAIO Z clamshell model will be available for order starting early March 2016.