Sony Merges HDTV With Blu-ray PC
Sony debuted its first combination HDTV/PC including Blu-ray technology on Monday, although the price tag still remains rather high.
The Vaio LT HD PC/TV is a 22-inch widescreen "all-in-one" display. The system supports CableCARD technology that allows the user to view digital cable channels without the need for a separate cable box.
An Intel Core 2 Duo processor powers the LT HD PC/TV, with 2GB of RAM and a DVD burner. Users may also connect to their home networks wirelessly via built in 802.11b/g. Windows Vista Ultimate comes factory installed.
Other features include a digital video recorder, built in 1.3-megapixel camera and echo-canceling microphone, VESA-compatible mounting, and fast switching between the PC and TV functions.
"The LT model has everything you need- it's a PC and HDTV set in one breathtaking device," VAIO product marketing chief Mike Abary said in a statement.
Two major product models would be available; one without the Blu-ray drive starting at $1,900 USD, while models including the drive would start at $2,900 USD.