Vaio U71 Import

[Mr.C]

I'm thinking about getting a U71, which is only available in Japan. I've found an importer, but want to know if anyone else has got one & what they think of it.

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"I used to be indecisive, but now I'm not too sure."

[kee-lo_]

One word of warning, VAIO-Link won't support it here.
It's a very nice machine, and if you don't get stung on import tax (maybe you won't as you're in the Channel Islands); it's a good buy.

[Mr.C]

Good point about the Vaio Link support Kee-lo, something I hadn't thought about.

However, the guys at Dynamism offer a full RTB 12 Warranty from either their US or Tokyo office, with all postage paid, so that's the main concern dealt with. Also, because the unit is a Jap import, Dynamism will replace the Jap install with a US/UK version of XP Pro and supply all drivers & install disks etc.

Starting to sound like on commission here (which I ain't) so I'll leave it there, but check them out if you like you gadgets etc.

Talking of gadgets etc, does anyone know of any decent websites for this type of thing?

[seb21__]

Coool thing:smileycool:

But a little bi expencive for a german moneybag.


In addition I have heard that, that thing in Japan is not no more built.

And all U50s, U70s, and U71 that you can buy are used.(But I don't know, that is correct)

[Akanksha]

If its too good to be true then it isnt true!
I'll err caution, given the price!

[kee-lo_]

Seems good that they do all that, but as Akanksha said I would apply caution.

[Foxhound]

Sweet Toy! I personally don't find it that expansive. I mean you really get something special. Nice specs for something this small! There is even a foldable external keyboard for home use..! Sweet! Okay I wouldn't make it my primiary pc but as a gadget it's sweet.
If you wanna get the cool stuff there's a price to pay but in my opinion it is worth it.
As for the warranty. VAIO-LINK isn't that customer friendly anyways. They actually kinda S..K.
I really think about getting one too. It's excellent for some websurfing on the couch while u watch tv. For instance watching Formula One and then get the realtime laptimes via the FIA website! U can watch movies listen mp3 on business trips. Look cool in front of customers and show presentations. If you have a Cybershot u can play in the card directly and use it to show your foto's on a bigger screen just by using the memory card slot.
I want one too!!
:smileygrin:

[kee-lo_]

Yeah it wouldn't be my primary PC either.

[Foxhound]

Also take in account the Battery-Life. 2,5 hours aren't that long. Maybe an extra battery or the enhanced one is also a must.
Nothing looks dummer then a cool portable pc without power to do anyting. Just like having cigarettes and no lighter. Frustrating!

[kee-lo_]

2 and a half hours is respectable.