Posted to Notebooks 2010-02-08
The Sony VAIO Z Series VGN-Z820G/B is a 13.1" widescreen LCD business class laptop from Sony. The unit features a 2.53GHz Intel Core 2 Duo P8700 processor, 4GB of RAM and a 320GB hard drive. Other features include a true widescreen 1600 x 900 display with hybrid graphics, which lets you select your graphics performance on the fly, a durable carbon fiber case, and G-Sensor Shock Protection, which senses movement and locks the hard disk to prevent scratches to its surface. The VAIO Z Series notebook also includes a biometric fingerprint scanner for security, a GPS unit, and a built-in microphone and webcam with face tracking technology. Other features include Bluetooth wireless, built-in Verizon mobile broadband, and an HDMI output. Connectivity options include a built-in multimedia card reader compatible with Memory Stick DUO/DUO Pro, ExpressCard /34 and SD/SDHC memory cards, WiFi 802.11n wireless, wired Ethernet and an integrated V.92 modem.
QualityThe Sony VAIO Z Series notebook PC is built to take a beating. There's the high quality carbon fiber case, the G-Sensor Shock protection, and a spillproof keyboard. The build quality is excellent throughout. It costs a good bit more than the competition, but is built to stand up to heavy, on the road business use. Other quality features include a scratch-resistant LCD screen, long lasting battery, and streamlined styling. All of this and the unit weighs only 3.3 pounds. FeaturesThe Sony VAIO Z Series is packed with features. From the built-in GPS unit, to the biometric fingerprint scanner, this device means business. If you're a true road warrior, the unit has all the connectivity options you're likely to need, and is built to stand up to the heavy use your job demands. With wired and wireless Ethernet, modem, Bluetooth, GPS and mobile broadband, you can stay connected no matter where your job takes you. The unit comes with Windows 7 Professional 64-bit with Windows XP Professional downgrade disk. SummaryIf you're in the market for a true mobile workstation, the Sony VAIO Z Series notebook PC VGN-Z820G/B makes an excellent choice. The true widescreen display can help improve your productivity, as can the abundance of connectivity options. Couple this with the build quality of the unit, and the Sony VAIO's reputation for lasting dependability, and the unit is well worth the price. Pros
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