Sony to bundle Chrome with VAIOs

Google on Tuesday announced that Sony will supply the Google Chrome browser with it’s new Sony Vaio laptops. This is the first OEM deal that Google has signed with a PC maker and it is hoped that it will help in improving Chrome’s market share. Right now the Sony VAIOs will carry Chrome browser only in the U.S.
“Users’ response to Google Chrome has been outstanding, and we’re continuing to explore ways to make Chrome accessible to even more people,” Google said in a statement….

Sony introduces three new DSLR Cameras

Sony on Monday introduced three new digital SLR cameras for those buyers who wants to step up from their point-and-shoot digital still cameras. The new cameras (DSLR-A380, DSLR-A330 and DSLR-A230) are designed to overcome challenges faced by many customers taking their first steps in DSLR photography. Without compromising performance and versatility, the new models are smaller, lighter, easier to use and offer innovative expansion options not found in other systems.

First of all the cameras are more compact and lighter than previous models. The 10.2 …

Sony unveils HDR-TG5V Camcorder

Sony on Thursday announced a new high-definition camcorder that is equipped with a GPS receiver and can geotag recorded videos and still photos. The HDR-TG5V Handycam camcorder comes with a compact design, 16GB of flash memory, embedded GPS, minimal buttons and a new intuitive user interface for the touch-panel LCD.

According to Sony the sleek and portable body of the HDR-TG5V is just perfect for those travelers who are looking for high-quality products without compromising with performance and portability. It can capture 1920×1080 high-definition video and four-megapixel …

Sony launches World’s Lightest 8-inch Notebook

Sony on Wednesday unveiled “the world’s lightest 8-inch notebook” – the VAIO P Series Lifestyle PC. It weighs just 1.4 pounds and is roughly as thin as a cell phone. The 8″ notebook comes with a resolution of 1600 x 768 pixels and LED backlit. Featuring a convenient, one-button quick-boot option, the P offers fast access to the web, email, photos and more.
The Lifestyle PC also comes with built-in WAN 3G mobile broadband on the Verizon network, 802.11n WiFi, Bluetooth, a built-in MOTION EYE® webcam, four hours of battery life with the standard battery, and an …

HP, Toshiba and Dell recalls Sony Laptop Batteries

Hewlett-Packard (HP), Toshiba and Dell, the three major laptop computer manufacturers today announced a recall of about 35,000 notebook batteries (an additional 65,000 batteries sold worldwide). The lithium-ion batteries, manufactured by Sony can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission urged consumers to stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

According to Sony, the batteries in question were manufactured between October 2004 and June 2005 and to date there have been about 40 different incidents of overheating …