Customer Reviews
Excellent 
2008-09-24
It was what I was looking for, but most remarkable is Amazon service, perfect, on time
sony style 2008-08-25
My dad, mom and sister own vaio's (that I use everyday) and i'm next, I love the compatibility sony has through it's electronics with there sony pro duo memory cards, there customer service is great, my dad has had many questions that were answerd fast and he has been happy with them. What I have found is people sometimes blame computer makers for problems with windows ect.. I know alot about computers and windows, sony makes quality computers with fantastic looking designs. tech support is also a must have with a computer purchase and sony makes it easy.
Don't do business with Sony 
2008-08-19
I had heard the rumours too: that once you buy it, they don't care.
It's true. They will say anything that sounds peachy, delivery dates, custom configurations, etc. I had given them another chance recently and it's the same story.
Their TV's are great, but they just don't really care about you, their bread and butter. The bloatware that comes with it is pretty terrible too. It was easier to just buy a new copy of windows Vista and overwrite all their trialware than it was to remove it all (which you never fully will).
I'm done with them, there are plenty of good alternatives..
Great for school. 2008-08-17
I was originally going to give this product 4 stars, but after looking back at my review, I decided to change it to 5.
I am a college student going in to my second year as a Sound Recording Major. I received this laptop before my freshman year, and have found it extremely useful. I am in no way a computer aficionado, but this laptop does everything I need it to do. I have some recording software on my computer that requires a lot of memory, and the 3 GB of RAM makes it easy to have multiple programs running at the same time.
This is a great laptop for casual and home use, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to use it for this purpose.
The computer runs great, and the screen resolution is clear and bright. HOWEVER, here are my two major issues I have with this VAIO:
1. Not enough USB ports!! There are three USB ports on this machine, which could be enough for some people, but I had to buy a USB expansion hub. I prefer using a mouse, so with that plugged in, along with my 500 GB external hard drive, I am left with only one available USB port.
2. Volume and sound are sub-par. As a Sound Recording major, this is my one huge problem with this product. The speakers on this machine do not play loud enough. With the volume set to max on my computer, it is still hard to hear if not within a short distance of the machine. Because of this, I have raised the decibels of my media player, which, in turn, causes the quality of sound to deteriorate. It is nearly impossible to hear low-end bass sounds out of the laptop speakers. Headphones, however, still sound fine. High quality output speakers would be a good investment if you plan to store your music library on this computer.
Other than that, great product!!
don't buy sony 
2008-08-02
I own a Vaio and so does my girlfriend. Unbelievably, her charger does not work on my Vaio, and vice versa. Further, the Vaio does not accept SD cards so you have to carry a converter, plus, most ridiculously, my Sony video camera's memory stick does not fit Sony's memoery stick. Sony has produced different memory sticks for its video cameras, compatible maybe with who knows what, another converter to buy and carry. Meanwhile, no matter whether I turn off the wireless, the Sony feels compelled to keep warning me that my wireless is not connected. I'm through with Sony forever.
Very fast and easy to use, just comes with a lot of extra stuff you don't need 
2008-07-29
Step out and be seen with the portable, powerful and colorful VAIO CR notebook, a notebook with WXGA LCD technology. This thin-and-light mobile masterpiece features an array of entertainment and design extras, including a built-in web cam, AV controls, powerful, cutting-edge technologies and a comfortable, easy-to-clean keyboard.
Vaio blue 2008-07-02
Very smart, cool looking. Works fine out of box. Has 3GB Ram which is needed to run Vista properly. Box said mouse included but did not find one.
LOVE IT! 2008-06-30
I've had this Vaio for a couple weeks and absolutely LOVE it! I had a smaller Vaio but I ran out of space with all my music since I use my laptop to DJ.
Fast, slick, bright and not heavy at all! I Definitely recommend!!
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Fits on my hand easily 2008-06-24
I ordered from Amazon.com so I'm writing this review.
Shipping**
Ordered June 10th 2008, shipped out June 13th 2008 then recived June 17th 2008 with super save shipping which is free shipping. It ariived same day as promised. reasonable waiting time, Thanks Amazon.
Item**
14.1-inch screen and multimedia playback control buttons:
very good size (I'm female 5"4 mid size) I must say. not too big, not too small. it's light 5.5lbs that is fits your lap on sit or laying down.
volume control button is good, handy. you don't need to click on toolbar to control volume, capture camera one button very handy and looks very real on time.
2.10 GHz "Penryn" Intel Core 2 Duo T8100 processor, 250 GB hard drive, 3 GB RAM (4 GB max), 8x multi-format/dual-layer DVD drive :
very fast! it's shows like 1 second with cable 2nd grade internet service.
downloading movies from Neflix very fast as few seconds.
lot of memory capacity.
Stylish: indeed. choose whatever color you want glossy surface helps it's looks nicer but how long it will be..
Price: shop around then Amzon is good price compare with best buy or fry's. (Southern calif)
it is good to spend 1049 dollor without tax! and free shipping. Best buy usually shipping free for lap top but Tax about $150 you can save at Amzon.
Con: Volume! too low. You need speaker for watching movie when children at home. little one ince square in both side isn't enough.
Screen, angle of screen even little bit changed, you cannot see wellwith reflection. you have to change often times when you moved your position that is irritate.
graphic card quality isn't that great but maybe it is because this screen effect. Using at home to do normal things not really effect.
not recommended for gamer.
Over all not bad with this price, good speedy computer and pretty.
Great little laptop 2008-06-23
I'm very happy with my choice of the Sony. It's a fast light little computer. The red is flashy and pretty. My only complaint is the battery seems loose but has never fallen off. You have to keep it locked. It's not really an issue for me. I like the way the cord comes out the back corner and elbows around, very convenient. I also like the fact that there's three USB ports. Another problem with this and all new computers is the BLOATWARE installed. Took me a few hours off and on to get rid of it with PC Decrapifier, which is a great little free program.
Thank you, Sony. I think I'll be happy with this one.
