Gadget Roundup

Sony Vaio w Serles Announced


After insisting we stop referring to their tiny but nice Vaio P as a netbook, Sony is now prepared to call its new W range 'the new real-wide netbook'. The W series, to be on UAE shop shelves later this year, will feature a 10.1-in LED backlit display, weigh 1.19kg and will be available in brown, white and pink.

The keyboard of the W-series has been designed for comfort and control, Sony Gulf says, to allow convenient typing with both hands and that the touch-pad and mouse keys are made for easy, functional use. After the mouse nub and no-trackpad Vaio P, we certainly hope so.

Price not announced.


Sony Ericsson's new handsfree

This UK-based mobile phone company has just announced its Clip-on Bluetooth Handsfree set called the VH300. Small, light and easy to wear, this little gadget is designed to be clipped on your shirt and be as discreet as possible. Featuring a one-touch call handling and a handy volume-control, the device's promoters say it's ideal for business people for whom staying connected is essential even on the move.

Price not announced.

Ultrasone Headphones arrive

The guys at audissey, the newly-opened ultra high-end audio and video store in Wafi have just announced the arrival of the new Ultrasone headphones. For the unitiated, Ultrasone is a German company which makes specialist headphones, mostly for professonal use.

The PRO900 and Edition 8 headphones are serious pieces of workmanship, say promoters, and the ultimate sound person's special indulgence.

Find out for yourself, call 04 324 5913.

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