Huh? 4.5” thats it. whats happened to the 7” everyone was talking about.
As far as it being ‘portable enough’ to carry around and surf, store pictures, and whatnot, How many of us will actually use this to the fullest extent?? I agree with the Dude who was deciding to get a macbook pro. Ive been considering the same and hes right, It IS confisuing. Damn You Sony!!! just kidding

I am really surprised about the price, even from sony. I Knew the price would be high and considering the price range of tablets like the nokia 770 or even the HP T1100, a $1000 to $1200 price tag would leave little room for doubt as the next toy in my bin, but $1800 plus tax plus accessories is a serious reaso to think twice.

If the initial model comes out with a 4.5” screen and it sells well, i am a 100% certain sony will release a larger widescreen model in months to follow.  Guess we will have to wait til tomorrow. everything is supposed to be released on the 16th.

KK!

Check out official press release from Sony regarding UX model:
http://news.sel.sony.com/en/press_room/consumer/computer_peripheral/notebooks/release/22130.html

“SONY DELIVERS WORLD’S FIRST FULL-FUNCTION POCKET-SIZED PC

New VAIO UX Model Combines Micro-Portable Design with Smooth Functionality

SAN DIEGO, May 16, 2006 – Sony Electronics today introduced the VAIO® UX Micro PC, placing full-size computer performance in a pocket-sized package.

Weighing just over a pound, the new PC has a Microsoft® XP Professional operating system and an Intel® Core™ Solo Ultra Low Voltage CPU for fast processing and long battery life.

The UX model also features a 4.5-inch wide SVGA screen with XBRITEâ„¢ technology for viewing that slides up to expose an integrated keyboard. This allows you to access familiar applications easily in the same way you would on a full-sized computer.

The pocket-sized PC also comes equipped with a stylus and Sony’s VAIO touch launcher for quick access to functions frequently used such as Internet access, e-mail, various computer applications, games and music. Just push the launcher button located on the side of the unit.

“This model is an achievement in ingenious design,” said Mike Abary, vice president of VAIO product marketing at Sony Electronics in the U.S. “With this pocket PC, you can have the same functionality as your office or home PC in a device that fits in the palm of your hand.”

Keeping travelers connected, the new computer incorporates Sony’s SmartWi™ technology, so you can toggle between wireless WWAN, LAN and Bluetooth® technology for convenient access to the Internet and e-mail.

WLAN is also available for Wi-Fi connections at home, office or hotspots; Bluetooth ® technology for peripherals; or WWAN for access to Cingular’s nationwide EDGE network, which allows you to connect to the Internet virtually anywhere there is cellular coverage.

The UX model also incorporates two built-in cameras—one in front for VoIP communication for on-the-go video conferencing and another located on the back for taking photos. A VGA adapter is included to connect the PC to a projector, making it easy to share presentations and spreadsheets with a group.

Security is also a top priority. The VAIO UX PC comes equipped with an integrated biometrics fingerprint sensor, so you do not have to remember passwords. Incorporated G-Sensor™ shock protection has been added to protect the unit’s hard drive and reduces the risk of data loss should it be dropped.

For added convenience, a docking station with three 2.0 USB ports, Ethernet, VGA, iLink® IEEE-1394 interface and an AV output comes with the unit, making it easy to connect to peripherals like a full-sized keyboard, display and speakers when back in the office or at home.

The VAIO UX Micro PC will be available in July for about $1,800 and can be purchased online at http://www.sonystyle.com, at Sony Style® stores or at select retailers around the country.”

Why a 4.5 inch screen tho ? I mean how small do you guys reckon this thing would be, is it going to be seriously pocketable like the OQO or just a little bit smaller than the U750 ? And it doesnt even have a pcmcia slot ........... Does nobody care about that anymore?

Look the Nokia 770 thingy is just 360 $. Unless you wanna pay for the sony design and the name course, ofcourse having said all that, its very likely im going to pick one up as soon as its out…

well now i’m all over the shop.

The screen is maybe too small. I loved the U101 and was eagerly waiting for the successor but then they brought out the U50 and I was crushed. No keyboard, sort of had the whole over priced PDA feel to me. I know I’m being harsh as it’s a full blown computer but I was dissapointed. Then the promise of a new one sort of combining both the U101 and the U50. But now it’s too small again IMHO.

But the killer is the price. The TX in any language is a whole lot more, I mean carbon fibre, equipment, and it’s close to the same price.

In Japan the U50’s and 70’s effectively flopped. The price plummeted soon after release while the U101’s price kept going up. 12 months after the U101 was released it sold second hand for more than it did new, the U50 sold for 1/2. That says something.

Hmmmm, OK,I’m thinking again. I think I may have to get one.

Official site now up:
http://www.jp.sonystyle.com/Style-a/Product/U/index.html

lots of video of it in action, and one shot shows it’s model number as UX50, it’s 144,800 yen.

US Sony Site

http://www.sonystyle.com/is-bin/INTERSHOP.enfinity/eCS/Store/en/-/USD/SY_BrowseCatalog-Start;sid=LXaCnqT4EX6D1-CRyi6Ilevo00EeWYLPmNs=?CategoryName=cpu_VAIONotebookComputers_UX_Series&Dept=computers

$1799 for Preorder
Available Jul 05, 2006.

[quote author=“hsony”]US Sony Site

http://www.sonystyle.com/is-bin/INTERSHOP.enfinity/eCS/Store/en/-/USD/SY_BrowseCatalog-Start;sid=LXaCnqT4EX6D1-CRyi6Ilevo00EeWYLPmNs=?CategoryName=cpu_VAIONotebookComputers_UX_Series&Dept=computers

$1799 for Preorder
Available Jul 05, 2006.

$2350 Aussie! Who’s going to take delivery for me in the US and send it on to me?  8)

Do you guys realise the TX costs $3600 over here? I can sell the TX 2nd hand and pocket $500!

Interestingly enough…the new UX is likely going to destroy OQO. A funny post about it at Jkontherun.

http://jkontherun.blogs.com/jkontherun/2006/05/sony_ux_micro_p.html

It’s funny, they had 3 years to get their product right with no real competition from other “UMPCs” and now all of a sudden they have the least attractive product on the market.

Some of you seem to have misunderstood. I think that this is just like a biggish pda. THis is sony’s attempt at a pda with all the functions of a full size notebook. this could wipe out windows mobile

[quote author=“fmc159”]Some of you seem to have misunderstood. I think that this is just like a biggish pda. THis is sony’s attempt at a pda with all the functions of a full size notebook. this could wipe out windows mobile

Nope. Windows Mobile devices are safe, at least from this class of device. There are a whole bunch of ergonomic and OS/software issues, but I think the whole thing can be distilled down to this: Nobody will pay $1800 for a PDA. Most won’t even pay that for a laptop. The really sad part is that if this thing was around $1000, I might actually consider taking some money out the old “geek OCD fund”.

[quote author=“gr00vy0ne”]Interestingly enough…the new UX is likely going to destroy OQO.

I ... I can’t. Every joke and comment that could be made has been made a thousand times before. Even I have my limits. :(

[quote author=“writetovarun”]it doesnt even have a pcmcia slot ........... Does nobody care about that anymore?

Nope. I haven’t used a PC card since around the time laptops started coming with onboard ethernet cards. I guess if you want EV-DO you’re SOL.

japaneseimportscomau: Does that pouch come with a big red “GEEK” stamp for the user’s forhead?

Wow my dream come true. Great specs. Almost identical to the U71/P except for boost up in speed. This is my next device i plan to use it for at least 4 years. New style i like similar to psp look which i love. Sony actually made boost up in style unlike TR series. Also the U is alot cheaper then it used to be. I’m assuming there will be other specs to come hopefully 1G that would set me up but if they don’t im cool with 512. I’m happy.

[quote author=“gr00vy0ne”]Interestingly enough…the new UX is likely going to destroy OQO. A funny post about it at Jkontherun.

http://jkontherun.blogs.com/jkontherun/2006/05/sony_ux_micro_p.html

It’s funny, they had 3 years to get their product right with no real competition from other “UMPCs” and now all of a sudden they have the least attractive product on the market.

The OQO had competition with the original U and descision was either split between people and depends what people needed. Now with the U step ups all the old downsides are gone and it will own over the OQO. The style is a great winover since old style was old school. But now its more modern with sleek look and glare thing like psp. This is great and i actually wished they would of made a U and now it came true. Now we wait for more better news on this product.