I’ll bite. I own a lot of Sony devices, in all of which form follows function. I’ve seen some “stylish” Sony products that are just too cute for words, and I don’t own ‘em.

In fact my biggest complaint about the TR styling is the big silver VAIO. But, then, I don’t wear advertising either.

IMHO there IS something inherently sexy about a sleek black titanium case with a discrete little logo.

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In fact my biggest complaint about the TR styling is the big silver VAIO. But, then, I don’t wear advertising either.

I totally don’t get that.  Just like some peoples complaint about the PCG-CK5T. having VAIO written across it… BE PROUD! SHOW OFF YOUR SONY!  My one complaint with the S’s slipcase is that it just has some stupid little 1 inch label reading VAIO… I want it BIG and NOTICEABLE…  8)

Different strokes. I prefer understatement and feel no need to impress casual passersby. Truth is, only a small percentage of people can really appreciate what the TR represents. Many consumers don’t see much difference between Sony and Sanyo. Except for price.

In some circles you’ll get more respect by wearing the latest Budweiser t-shirt.

what does the tr represent?  :ph34r:

To ordinary mortals it’s just a cute little computer.

To anyone who follows and understands the technology it’s an impressive machine. Ergonomically useable in a small form-factor, light, powerful enough to comfortably run most applications, optical drive, wide range of connectivity options and even the silly little camera.

IMHO, What it represents is the first generation of no-compromise notebooks in the smallest usable package.

Before the nit-pickers chime in, no-compromise refers to the range of included features. All notebooks make some concessions in the name of battery life.

[quote author=“dbs”]Different strokes. I prefer understatement and feel no need to impress casual passersby. Truth is, only a small percentage of people can really appreciate what the TR represents. Many consumers don’t see much difference between Sony and Sanyo. Except for price.

In some circles you’ll get more respect by wearing the latest Budweiser t-shirt.

Who needs to impress passerbyers?  I like that my laptop and case say VAIO.  I love my Sony products.

To ordinary mortals it’s just a cute little computer.

To anyone who follows and understands the technology it’s an impressive machine. Ergonomically useable in a small form-factor, light, powerful enough to comfortably run most applications, optical drive, wide range of connectivity options and even the silly little camera.

IMHO, What it represents is the first generation of no-compromise notebooks in the smallest usable package.

Before the nit-pickers chime in, no-compromise refers to the range of included features. All notebooks make some concessions in the name of battery life.

agreed. 

We need more emoticons. This needs a little heart.   :ph34r:

I’m happy for you. If it meets my needs despite the logo and yours because of it, Sony should continue to do well.